Acer, a multinational hardware and electronics corporation, today announced the release of three new short-throw models to renew its S1 projector series, which are specifically designed for the education sector.

These projectors ensure smooth functionality in lecture halls and classrooms and provide a bright performance that last for longer periods of time. Additionally, the S1 series projectors support the use of Acer SmartPen 2, a device developed for interactive learning and therefore perfectly suited for the educational environment. With the help of the SmartPen, the presentation can be controlled remotely and the presenter can draw, write and sketch on the screen. Moreover, with multi-pen support, members of the audience can join into and contribute to the learning experience at any time.

The new Acer S1 series includes the S1383WHne as well as the S1283Hne and the S1283e. All of these projectors fall into the short-throw category, meaning they can be placed at a very short distance from the projection screen (as little as 1 meter) while still delivering pleasant, large visuals (80 inches at one meter, up to 150 inches). This is especially useful in the classroom or lecture hall, as it enables professors to freely move around the space while they teach without worrying about shadows or distractions from another source of light.

The Acer S1 projector series features WXGA and XGA resolutions with a 16:10 or 4:3 aspect ratio, thus delivering a personal, more enjoyable viewing experience. This, combined to the Acer ColorBoost II+ and Acer ColorSafe II technologies available throughout the series, makes for crystal-clear images, enriched details and high colour fidelity, even after prolonged use.

Additionally, these projectors are DLP 3D Ready, enabling theatre-like 3D experiences in the comfort of the educational facility or a user’s home. The S1383WHne and S1283Hne also allow HDMI input, which opens up a vast spectrum of projection possibilities, enabling easy connectivity to sources of high-definition content, such as for example 3D Blu-ray films, which can be played on S1 series projectors in 144Hz 24p.

The Acer S1 series was developed eco-friendly features on four different fronts. Firstly, the Acer EcoProjection technology reduces standby power consumption by 90 per cent, taking it from 5W to 0.5W. Secondly, Acer ExtremeEco enables up to 70 per cent power consumption saving during periods with no input signal. Additionally, Acer ExtremeEco mode extends the lamp life to up to 8000 hours, saving lamp-replacement costs and ensuring long-term, dependable projector use. Finally, a low noise level of only 31 dBA provides clear audibility and no ambient disturbances.

According to figures from market research firm PMA (Pacific Media Associates) no other brand sold more DLP projectors in EMEA since 2008 as Acer.  – TradeArabia News Service