InFocus Rolls Out High-Resolution Classroom Projectors

  • By Dan Thompson
  • 12/13/11
The InFocus IN5316HD and IN5318 offer 4,000 lumens of brightness and HD or better resolution.
The InFocus IN5316HD and IN5318 offer 4,000 lumens of brightness and HD or better resolution.

InFocus has started shipping a pair of high-definition DLP-based projectors designed for classrooms and other medium-sized venues.

The new projectors, The IN5316HD and the IN5318, offer a brightness of 4,000 lumens and a contrast ratio of 2,000:1. The IN5316HD has a native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 (1080p), while the IN5318 has a native resolution of 1,920 x 1,200 (WUXGA).

Both projectors support wired LAN connections and include RS-232 control.

Additional features include:

  • 1.25x manual zoom;
  • Assignable audio inputs;
  • An economy mode that increases estimated lamp life from 1,500 hours to 2,000 hours;
  • +5 percent/-35 percent vertical lens shift;
  • 5 percent horizontal lens shift;
  • Horizontal keystone correction of ±20 degrees;
  • A throw ratio of 1.54 to 1.94; and
  • Two integrated 3-watt speakers.

The projectors measure 4.1" (h) x 15.8" (w) x 12.5" (d) and weigh 10.56 pounds.

AV inputs include HDMI, 5BNC, dual analog RGB/component (mini D-sub 15-pin), component, S-video, composite, and a stereo minijack.  AV outputs include analog RGB/component (mini D-sub 15-pin) and a stereo minijack. Networking, control, and peripheral ports include RJ-45 LAN, RS-232, and USB.

A 1.6x zoom lens with a throw ratio of 1.93 to 2.89 and a fixed lens with a throw ratio of 0.77 are available as optional accessories.

The IN5316HD and the IN5318 are currently available and ship covered by a five-year warranty.

Further information can be found at infocus.com.

About the Author

Dan Thompson is a freelance writer based in Brea, CA. He can be reached here.

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