Epson's Newest PowerLite K-12 Classroom Projectors Deliver Extended Lamp Life

	Epson's 965h XGA 3LCD projector

Epson today announces eight new cost-effective PowerLite projector models giving teachers even more lamp life with up to 10,000 hours of use to engage with students and deliver dynamic lessons. In addition to extended lamp life, the new models offer a range of brightness, resolution, connectivity, and budget options to meet the need of any K-12 classroom. The new affordable and easy to use projectors include the PowerLite S27, X27, and W29 models. For advanced connectivity with premium audio features, the new series also includes the PowerLite 97H, 98H, 99WH, 955WH, and 965H networkable models.

"We pride ourselves on delivering a variety of projection solutions for K-12 classrooms," said Jason Meyer, senior product manager, projectors, Epson America, Inc. "For schools looking for bright, budget-friendly projectors, advanced connectivity, and flexible installation features, the new PowerLite projectors offer several options that allow educators to deliver vivid lessons in any learning environment."

All but one of the new Epson PowerLite models offer multi PC projection with moderator device management software enabling teachers to wirelessly connect up to 50 devices and share students' work from up to four device screens simultaneously, including computers and iOS and Android tablets and phones. All models also offer HDMI support for projecting high-quality audio and video content with one cable.

The PowerLite 90- and 900-series offer advanced connectivity and premium audio features, including:
• Dual HDMI Connectivity: Features two HDMI ports, one with MHL for connecting multiple digital devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and other portable devices, for enriched high definition viewing capabilities
• Powerful Sound: Built-in 16W speaker and microphone input fills a classroom with sound and saves on equipment costs

The company says Epson 3LCD projectors deliver three times higher color brightness than leading competitive projectors. The new PowerLite models offer the following convenient and advanced features for educators:
• Extended Lamp Life: The lamp can last up to 10,000 hours in economy mode, helping to maximize presentation time
• BYOD Collaboration: Moderator device management software allows teachers to wirelessly share and compare students' work from multiple devices, simultaneously
• Split Screen: Allows inputs from two separate sources to be displayed side by side on the same screen
• Advanced Network Control: RJ-45 and optional wireless connectivity allow for remote projector management and presentations over the network
• Epson iProjection: Leveraging the Epson iProjection app, teachers can present from most iOS Apple devices running iOS 4.2 or later, including the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, and most Android devices running Android 2.3 or later; wireless module sold separately
• QR Code Connection: New quick connect on-screen QR code provides access to content from smartphones and tablets; simply turn the projector on, use the free Epson iProjection app to scan the on-screen QR code and be instantly connected to share content
• 3LCD Technology: Features the latest three-chip 3LCD technology to deliver amazing, true-to-life color and detail for powerful presentations; 3LCD technology also provides an energy-efficient light engine using available lamp light to create stunning images, and in contrast to one-chip DLP technology, 3LCD requires, on average, 25 percent less electricity per lumen of brightness

The color brightness specification (measuring red, green, and blue) published by the Society of Information Display (SID) allows consumers to compare projector color performance without conducting a side-by-side shootout. With today's high definition content, teachers and students can display content with higher quality in brighter environments. For a truly impressive image, projectors need to offer both high color brightness and high white brightness. High color brightness is important for larger screen sizes and provides flexibility for a variety of screen materials. Without sufficient color brightness, images may be muddy, soft and lose detail, even in a dark room. For more information, visit http://www.colorlightoutput.com.

The new Epson PowerLite models will be available in March 2015 through national resellers, pro audio/visual dealers, mail order, distribution, and Epson.com. Epson's PowerLite projectors come with a two-year limited warranty (three years for Brighter Futures customers).