NEXTAR Z10 LCOS MICRO PROJECTOR COMING SOON

Seems like everyone is getting on the micro projector bandwagon. Nextar has just announced that it will be launching its Z10 LCoS micro projector. The device is being launched along with the PS-001 20-inch screen and will weigh under 2.5 pounds while giving 640x480 pixels.

Brightness is said to be between 7 and 12 lumens, 360-degree shift capability, manual adjust 4:3 aspect ratio and will accept a bunch of file formats via microSD/TF cards, USB port and L/R audio ports. Concerning price, $299.99 for the projector and $39.99 for the screen. Product is said to be released sometime in Spring of this year.

If you're looking for a full release you can find it below.

Affordable Duo Puts Professional Quality Presentations into the Hands of Scores More;
Items to Be Featured at 2009 CES along with Other Advanced Nextar Products

La Verne, CA – Jan 5, 2009 – Nextar™, a designer and marketer of bold and new consumer electronic products with mass appeal, is ready to introduce a LCOS micro projector (Z10), that is small enough to fit in the palm of a hand, and a 20" (diagonal) screen (PS-001). The duo makes it easier and more economical for more people to make quality, professional presentations. Nextar will feature the units at the upcoming 2009 CES in booth South 3 31753.

"With AC/DC operation, the new Nextar micro projector and screen weigh in with a combined weight of under 2.5 pounds and can be used virtually anywhere," said Eddy Zheng, Nextar founder. "They are perfect for small classroom instruction, projecting images at social functions, or in meeting applications – any of which can be indoors or out. With a combined SRP of under $350, they are very economically priced and will fit practically any budget."

The Nextar Z10 LCOS (liquid crystal on silicon) front-projecting micro projector will display images with a resolution up to 640x480. LCOS technology produces much higher resolution images than many other technologies. The unit has a brightness level of between 7 and 12 lumens, a 360-degree lens shift capability with manual adjust, and displays images in 4:3 aspect ratio format. 

This fit-in-the-hand projector uses an LED light source with a life expectancy of 30,000 hours. It accepts Micro SD cards and comes equipped with a built-in speaker. Projected image size is up to 20". 

I/O connectors include Micro SD, TF card, L/R audio, USB, and ear jack. Video compatibility is provided for AVI, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, RM/RMVB, ASF, FLV, and WMV9/VC1. Audio compatibility includes MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC, APE, ALAC, and MPEG1/2/2.5. Picture compatibility is for images in BMP, JPEG, or GIF formats. 

Other features include MP4 functionality, software support for English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian, and either AC or DC low-power-consumption operation. A mini-tripod stand is included to provide stable projecting. 

Provided accessories are: AC power adaptor, battery, audio cable, S-video and USB cables. It meets FCC and UL approval.

The ultra-lightweight PS-001 screen is easy-to-set up and measures 20" diagonally. 

The palm-size Nextar Z10 projector measures 4.13" x 2.32" x 1.0" and weighs approximately one pound. The PS-001 screen measures 18.89" x 1.57" x 15.7" opened and 18.9" x 1.57" x 1.2" folded. It weighs approximately 1.3 pounds. 

Pricing and Availability
The two new Nextar presentation units will be available in Spring 2009 at leading retailers across the country. The Z10 micro projector has an SRP of $299.99, The PS-001 portable screen has an SRP of $39.99.