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Epson Introduces Three High-Bright Professional Installation Projectors

New PowerLite Pro G-Series Offers More Than 4,500 Lumens, Enhanced Image Quality and Advanced Features for Collaboration and Networking

ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 12 — (PRNewswire) — (EDUCAUSE, Booth 1808) -- Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide(1), today announced the PowerLite Pro G-series installation projectors designed for medium to large meeting spaces in corporations, higher-education, K-12, and houses of worship. The PowerLite Pro G5550NL, G5650WNL and G5950NL are full-featured models for custom installations that include a wide range of "future proofing" technologies and collaboration features.

"Epson remains committed to providing high-end installers and integrators with projectors that deliver the features, flexibility and easy set-up required for seamless integration," said Sean Gunduz, product manager, Projectors, Epson America. "The new PowerLite Pro G-series projectors provide enhanced image quality by incorporating C2Fine® technology previously only found in our high-end Home Cinema and premium large venue installation projectors. Plus, through networking advancements, they bring new presentation and collaboration tools like Multi-PC Projection to end-users, while still delivering the low total cost of ownership that customers expect from Epson."

The new PowerLite Pro G models offer lumen and resolution combinations to meet any installation need. The PowerLite Pro G5550NL and G5650WNL offer 4,500 lumens of color and white light output(2) and the PowerLite Pro G5950NL offers 5,200 lumens of color and white light output. The PowerLite Pro G5550NL and G5950NL feature XGA resolution, while the PowerLite Pro G5650WNL features WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution to accommodate widescreen content.

Improved Image Quality Features

The PowerLite Pro G-series offer several new features to meet the needs of today's installers, including high reliability, durability and color performance. Additional benefits include:


Other Advanced Features on the PowerLite Pro G Series:

The PowerLite Pro G-series also offers advanced features and functionality for high-end custom installation scenarios, including:


These three new projector models replace the current PowerLite Pro G5150NL, Pro G5200WNL and Pro G5350NL. The PowerLite Pro G-series projectors offer the same advanced features as their predecessors, including 3LCD, 3-chip technology, closed captioning, functional design elements including simple lamp and air filter replacement, optional wireless, digital connectivity with HDMI, centered lens design, an impressive range of horizontal and vertical lens shift, Quick Corner® for easy image positioning, off-axis tilt function for installation flexibility, and five optional lenses including a rear-projection lens.

Availability and Support

The PowerLite Pro G5650WNL ($3599*) and Pro G5950NL ($3599*) will be available in November 2010, and the PowerLite Pro G5550NL ($3149*) will be available in January 2011 through pro audio/visual dealers. Epson's PowerLite Pro projectors come with a three-year limited warranty that includes two elite technical support services – Epson PrivateLine® phone support where projector owners can directly access an expedited support telephone line by using a phone card that is included with the product, and a Road Service projector replacement program that includes projector exchange in one business day. For additional information about the new PowerLite Pro projectors, visit www.epson.com/projectors.

About Epson America

Epson America, Inc. is a leading provider of an extensive range of printers, 3LCD projectors, scanners and point-of-service printers that are renowned for their high quality, functionality, innovation and energy efficiency. Epson America is a U.S. affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, which employs more than 70,000 people in 106 countries around the world. To learn more about Epson America, please visit: www.Epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook ( http://www.facebook.com/EpsonAmerica), Twitter ( http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica) and YouTube ( http://www.youtube.com/EpsonTV).

* Estimated street price

(1) Based upon Q2 2010 worldwide front projection market share estimates from Pacific Media Associates

(2) Light output varies depending upon modes (color and white light output). White light output measured using ISO 21118 standard

Note: Epson, EasyMP, C2Fine, Easy Management, and Quick Corner are registered trademarks and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.

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