Vivitek outs the Qumi Q7 HD LED pocket projector, set to arrive this summer for $1,000
If diminutive, portable projectors catch your eye on the regular, Vivitek's latest may be worth a gander. The outfit has announced the Qumi Q7 HD LED pocket projector at CES, touting up to 800 lumens of brightness and a 30,000:1 contrast ratio. Packing 720p native WXGA resolution at 1,280 x 800, the unit is also 3D-capable thanks to Texas Instrument's DLP Link and sports 2D to 3D content conversion tech. In terms of connections, the Q7 wields HDMI, VGA, composite video, RCA audio-in and USB ports alongside 4GB of built-in storage. All of this is packed into a 3.1-pound (1.4kg) frame that measures 6.3 inches (16cm) x 4.3 inches (10.9cm) and is 1.3 inches (3.3cm) thick. If the list of specs piques your interest, you have until sometime this summer to save up the $999 it'll take to snag one. Looking for a few more details? The full PR lies just beyond the break with just that.
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Vivitek Ships the Qumi HD LED Pocket Projector
The Vivitek Qumi: A Bright, Lightweight, LED-Based Projector with 3D Ready Capabilities
LAS VEGAS, January 8, 2013-Vivitek Corporation, a leading manufacturer of innovative visual presentation products, introduces the latest in its line of Qumi LED-based pocket projectors. The Q7, the company's new Qumi product, increases Vivitek's family of projection devices for a wide range of applications and expands its LED-based projector line.
Weighing in at 3.1pounds, the Qumi Q7 delivers up to 800 lumens of brightness with an LED light source that gives it up to 30,000 hours of operation time. And, not only is it 3D-ready via Texas Instruments' DLP® Link™, but the Q7 integrates 2D-to-3D content conversion technology for standard and Blu-Ray 3D playback. The Q7 features the unique touch sensitive button controls and sleek design that is familiar with the Qumi family of projectors. It is ready to be used with a variety of devices, including, but not limited to digital cameras, laptops, smart phones and tablets.
Qumi Q7 Key Features/Specifications:
• 720p/native WXGA (1280x800) resolution
• Up to 800 lumens of brightness and a 30,000:1 contrast ratio
• 3D-Ready (via DLP Link) and a DLP chipset from Texas Instruments; integrated 2D-to-3D content conversion technology
• 3.1 pounds; Dimensions: 6.3"(w) x 4.3"(h) x 1.3"(d)
• 30,000+ estimated LED hours of operation
• Connectivity options include: HDMI (x2), VGA-In, Composite Video, Audio-In RCA and USB; 4GB of on-board memory
• Built-in Microsoft Office® and Adobe™ PDF document reader
• 2W surround sound speaker
• Available Summer 2013; projected MSRP $999.00(USD)
"With the addition of the Qumi Q7, Vivitek continues its goal of bringing portable and energy-efficient projectors to the market. We want to bring a complete line of projector models to fit just about any need and application," said Tinh Ho, senior product manager at Vivitek. "Hours of operation, brightness and picture quality are key factors for consumers, and the Q7 incorporates LED and other technologies and features, such as 2D-to-3D conversion, into the Qumi line to ensure that this line of products is versatile enough to meet consumer demand."
