Market Focus: Projectors

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PROJECTORS

BARCO UDX SERIES

The models in the UDX range include the flagship UDX-4K32, the UDX-W32 and UDX-U32 in the 32,000-lumen segment and the UDX-4K22 and UDX-W22 each giving 22,000 lumens.

Delivering 4K UHD resolution and up to 32,000 lumens light output, the UDX-4K32 projector ensures flawless shows with accurate colours at all times. The most compact, high-brightness laser projectors with integrated

cooling on the market, the UDX projectors bring reliable and razor-sharp 4K images to every type of event and venue.

The compact chassis and high flexibility of the 3-chip DLP laser phosphor projectors are a strong advantage, and with its Single Step Processing, the new Barco Pulse Processing ensures an even sharper 4K viewing experience with minimal latency.

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Aimed at large venue fixed installs and the rental market, Barco’s UDX Series projectors were 3 years in development.

The UDX series consists of 5 3-chip DLP models - all laserphosphor based projectors - that all are identically spec’d at a 2000:1 contrast ratio but having various aspect ratios and brightness specs - but the minimum brightness is 21,000 lumens:

• UDX-W22: 1920×1200 resolution and spec’d at 22,000 lumens,

• UDX-4K22: 3840×2400 resolution and spec’d at 21,000 lumens.

• UDX-U32: 1600×1200 resolution spec’d at 30,000 lumens.

• UDX-W32: 1920×1200 resolution spec’d at 32,000 lumens.

• UDX-4K32: 3840×2400 resolution spec’d at 31,000 lumens.

All 5 models also share Barco’s Constant Light Output (CLO) functionality, and have warping, blending and image mapping built-in; all making use of Barco’s TLD+ series of lenses, with throws from 1.2:1 to 11.5:1. www.barco.com

Lang has an extensive UDX stock alongside other premium Barco projectors. www.languk.com

CHRISTIE BOXER 4K30

A combination of the most lumens, the highest number of pixels, and 3DLP quality, combined with the smallest, lightest, yet most rugged design available, defines the Christie Boxer 4K30 projector.

The first offering from the Boxer Series, the Boxer 4K30, hits the target every time while setting an industry benchmark for rental staging and fixed installation applications including concerts, amusement parks, projection mapping projects, museums, planetariums and more.

The Boxer 4K30 has 6, 450W mercury lamps delivering 30,000 centre lumens. Weighing less than 68kg, the Boxer 4K30 can be carried by 2 individuals and offers 4K native resolution and awarding winning Christie TruLife image processing. The Christie Boxer delivers undisputed performance and heavyweight presentation capability in a middleweight package, and is already a global hit with 200 units sold worldwide before launch.

Housed in 2, 3-lamp cartridges, the 6 long-life mercury lamp modules are easy to handle, maintain, and change and stock, which means a better return on investment and less consumables. Users can monitor the lamp hours and serial numbers through Near Field Communication (NFC) with each lamp - simplifying the effort required to track lamp-life and the ability to make fast changeovers. Users can even monitor lamp life levels using a smartphone.

Boxer’s Christie TruLife electronics package is equally at home supporting the most demanding high bit depth, high frame rate, native 4K signals as well as seamlessly supporting HD signals with on-board upscaling, making it a simple task to fit it into existing HD workflows. And with the latest evolution of Christie Twist built-in, images can be blended and warped from multiple projectors onto curved or irregular surfaces without requiring an external solution.

The brightness-to-size and brightness-to-weight ratios of the Boxer 4K30 is second-to-none in this lumen level of projector - which translates to not only the lightest projector at 30,000 lumens, but also reduced shipping

costs and on-site handling. With the Boxer 4K30 and the entire Boxer Series, the omnidirectional orientation capability means greater installation and placement flexibility. Whether it points up or down, or at any angle, the image maintains its integrity and uniformity throughout the performance or presentation. It’s optimised to provide an unprecedented user experience and everything from ease of use, to lumens, to durability, to shipping size to weight, has been taken into account.

Christie Boxer Series is equipped with full connectivity including 3G-SDI HDBaseT, Display Port, DVI-I, HDMI, VGA, and 5 BNC, plus a colour LCD

preview panel read out, a complete lens suite and even comes with its own also comes with own built-in toolbox www.christiedigital.com

The Boxer 4K30 is available to rent from Lang. www.languk.com

DIGITAL PROJECTION TITAN LASER SERIES

Digital Projection International has introduced 2 ultra-high lumen projectors to its high-performance 3-chip Laser series. Producing 37,000 and 33,000 lumens respectively, the Titan Laser 37000 WU and Titan Laser 33000 4K-UHD projectors serve applications that require the highest brightness, resolution, and colour performance possible.

To achieve such ultra-high brightness, Digital Projection paired its third generation laser illumination systems with Texas Instruments’ 3-chip DLP technology. With up to 37,000 lumens on tap, even the largest screens and venues can benefit from dynamically vivid and resolute imagery. Suited for both controlled environments and those where ambient light is present, the Titan Laser series is engineered to tackle a broad range of applications,

from huge auditoriums and houses of worship to staging, architectural mapping, and planetarium dome simulation.

The Titan 37000 WU and 33000 4K-UHD are compatible with the same Titan optics that have supported all of Digital Projection’s prior, lampbased Titan projectors. This means that owners of Titan lamp-based projectors upgrading to the new Titan Laser series need only invest in the new projector chassis. In addition to existing lenses, specific legacy lenses from other brands are also compatible with the new Titan Laser platform.

With dependability and low maintenance inherent in their design, all of Digital Projection’s Laser projectors provide a low cost of ownership, benefitting from the laser illumination system’s 20,000+ hour lifespan. With no lamps to replace or expensive maintenance costs to endure, end-users and stagers save significant money over time and never need to worry about the possibility of lamp aging or failure. Beyond their low cost of ownership and superb dependability, Digital Projection’s Laser projectors can be oriented in any position for unsurpassed installation flexibility. This allows customers to place rich, enormous-scale imagery in practically any venue and on any projection surface, without sacrificing projector performance, reliability or image quality.

Input capabilities include; 2 HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 and HDR processing, 2 HDMI 1.4b for both single and dual pipe 3D processing and support of frame sequential 3D formats, 3G SDI and DisplayPort 1.2 to ensure the latest connectivity for high bandwidth 4K content delivery. Other key capabilities include:

• 37,000 ISO lumens & WUXGA native resolution - TITAN 37000 WU

• 33,000 ISO lumens and 4K-UHD screen resolution (8.3 megapixels) - TITAN 33000 4K-UHD

• 18,000:1 contrast ratio with Dynamic Black, 2,000:1 native Contrast Ratio

• Constant Brightness & Multi-Projector Brightness Lock control

• Geometry control with 4 side blend

• Portrait & Landscape capable

• DICOM simulation mode

• HDMI 1.4b and HDMI 2.0b connectivity

• DisplayPort 1.2 connectivity

• HDBaseT, providing up to 100 meter signal connectivity of uncompressed HD video over standard Cat5e/6 LAN cable

• Sealed light engine with no filters

• Unbeatable cost of ownership with no lamps or filters to replace & nearly no maintenance required

• A diverse selection of fixed and zoom lenses providing extensive lens shift ensures integrators installing Titan Laser projectors have complete flexibility with respect to projector placement

• Prior TITAN lamp-based projection lenses are compatible with the new TITAN LASER series projectors www.digitalprojection.com

EPSON EB-L25000U

At 25,000 lumens, Epson has developed its brightest ever 3LCD laser projector. Based on 3LCD technology combined with 4K enhancement and a 4K compatible lens, the EB-L25000U offers both outstanding definition and flexibility. Combined with a sealed optical unit, these features make it ideal for smoky environments such as live events.

The EB-L25000U is not only Epson’s brightest ever projector, it’s also the brightest 3LCD laser projector on the market, offering vivid colours and excellent contrast, even in well-lit environments.

SMALLER AND LIGHTER The projector is also smaller and lighter than competing products in the installation marketplace, making it easier to transport and install, and able to fit into smaller spaces.

PROJECT FROM ANY ANGLE Thanks to a newly optimised cooling system, the versatile EB-L25000U can be rotated through 360 degrees and offers freely adjustable tilt, meaning it can be mounted at any angle and project images in portrait or any other orientation.

4K ENHANCEMENT TECHNOLOGY The EB-L25000U offers Epson’s 4K Enhancement technology, which shifts pixels 0.5mm diagonally to double resolution, as well as a wide range of 4K capable lens options, resulting in crisp, high-definition images even when projecting at a distance.

20,000 HOURS MAINTENANCE-FREE USE A sealed optical unit and inorganic phosphor wheel mean that the EB- L25000U provides 20,000 hours of reliable, maintenance-free use, even coping with environments such as concert halls and theatres. These are twinned with a pipe frame and baseplate structure to ensure a durable, knock-resistant casing. www.epson.co.uk

Lang holds a vast inventory of EB-L25000U within its rental stock. www.languk.com

PANASONIC PT-RZ21K

Panasonic’s groundbreaking PT-RZ21K Series 3-Chip DLP SOLID SHINE Laser projector combines flagship picture quality produced by the PT- DZ21K / DZ21K2 Series projector - current leader in multi-screen events staging - with the compact size and incredible durability of the mid-range PT-RZ970 Series laser projector.

The PT-RZ21K Series is the world’s first 20,000 lumen laser projector to feature a filterless cooling system and shielded optical unit, delivering unassailable reliability in dusty conditions. Handling is effortless with just 2 technicians. With 20,000-hour maintenance-free operation and software for expedited multi-screen mapping calibration, the rugged yet lightweight PT-RZ21K Series delivers class-beating colour reproduction with dramatically reduced running costs, making it the new first choice for event professionals.

ORIGINAL TECHNOLOGY ASSURES ELITE PERFORMANCE

• Combines 3-chip DLP with Panasonic SOLID SHINE Laser Phosphor Technology for bright, natural, and immersive picture quality

• Compatible with latest colour space standard for accurate image reproduction

• Minimal maintenance required under continuous operation

• Dust-resistant design featuring hermetically sealed laser modules

• Efficient cooling system for stable operation and long life

REFERENCE IMAGE QUALITY MAINTAINED LONGER

• High 20,000 lumen brightness in a compact, lightweight and easyto-handle Body

• Dynamic contrast laser light-source modulation achieves high contrast

• Detail clarity processor clarifies and enhances fine details with advanced processing algorithm

• Daylight View Function improves colour perception in bright environments and in mapping applications

VERSATILE INSTALLATION AND SYSTEM FLEXIBILITY

• Free 360-degree installation (vertical and horizontal)

• Shares optional lenses with Panasonic 3-chip DLP projector family including ultra-short throw lens

• DIGITAL LINK supports transmission of uncompressed full HD video and control commands through single LAN cable

• Multi-screen support system seamlessly connects multiple screens

• Multi-unit brightness and colour control

• Free Geometry Manager Pro and optional upgrade kit www.business.panasonic.co.uk/visual-system/products-andaccessories/projectors

Lang is renowned for holding Europe’s largest stock of Panasonic professional projectors. www.languk.com