Sanyo Intro Ultra-Small PLC-XC55 & PLC-XC50 Projectors [First Portable Projectors with Active Maintenance Filter System]

Sanyo have announced their new ultra-small PLC-XC55 and PLC-XC50
offering 3100 and 2600 lumens respectively which are the first portable
projectors to feature Sanyo's exclusive Active Maintenance Filter (AMF)
system, allowing '�easy filter changes, and several security features to
prevent theft'.

This is the first time SANYO’s exclusive AMF system has been
integrated into a portable projector. This unique filtration system
consists of a filter cartridge with ten lengths of filter material and
an airflow sensor that detects when the airflow is obstructed by dust
and advances a clean section of filter as needed. When the last section
of filter material becomes obstructed an on-screen graphic appears
telling the user to change the cartridge. Each filter lasts
approximately 3000 hours.

'�Thanks to Sanyo’s AMF these new high brightness projectors
significantly lower a school system’s cost of ownership by
reducing filter maintenance costs by a factor of ten,' says Mark Holt,
Vice President and General Manager for Sanyo’s Presentation
Technologies Division.

General maintenance is kept at a minimum with other features such as the
transparent lens cap that prevents the accumulation of dust on the lens
and the ability to replace the lamp from the top cabinet, which
doesn’t require removal from permanent installations.

To prevent theft of the small projector, Sanyo has integrated several
higher security features. A security bar in the corner of the device
accepts security wires up to 11mm in diameter. Additionally, the
on-board pin number locks the projector when not in use, plus only the
designated administrator is allowed to operate on-board buttons and
logo-controlled settings. These theft- deterrent features allow the
small projector to be left in a classroom with peace of mind.

Portable projectors are commonly used for media-rich presentations,
including audio. To be a truly multi-media device that is loud enough
for the average classroom, the PLC-XC55 and PLC-XC50 were outfitted with
an internal 7-watt speaker, eliminating the need for an external audio
system.

Ease of installation is facilitated with Auto Keystone Correction
(vertical up to +/- 20 degrees), in addition to an Auto Setup function
that automatically seeks signal sources for PC and video use. There is
an abundance of video input terminals including a DVI-I (digital and
analog video), component video and D-Sub15. The input signal
compatibility includes UXGA, SXGA+, SXGA, WXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, and MAC.
It is also compatible with HD resolutions including 1080i 50/60, 1035i,
720p as well as standard definition (480p, 480i, 575p, 575i).

The ultra-small footprint of the PLC-XC55 and PLC-XC50 is a major asset
to educational facilities along with features such as closed captions
and Black Board Mode, which allows projection on any surface, when a
screen is not available.

Sanyo's PLC-XC55 and PLC-XC50 will be available in July 2008 and will
retail for $1,995.00 and $1,495.00 respectively.

Sanyo