BenQ Bulbless Handheld Projector Offers WXGA Resolution
The LED-based Joybee GP2 |
BenQ has rolled out a DLP-based handheld projector that displays HD in small, low-light venues without the use of a traditional bulb.
The projector, the Joybee GP2, uses an LED light source and offers a native resolution of 1,280 x 800 (WXGA), a brightness of 200 lumens, and a contrast ratio of 2,400:1.
It also offers 2 GB of internal memory and supports displaying videos, images, PDF files, Microsoft Excel documents, Microsoft Word documents, and PowerPoint presentations without a computer or USB dongle.
Additional features include:
- Automatic vertical keystone correction of ±40 degrees;
- Throw ratio of 1.3-to-1;
- SD card slot that supports an additional 16 GB of memory;
- An estimated LED life of 20,000 hours;
- An economy mode that increases LED life up to 30,000 hours;
- A maximum projected image size of 160 inches (diagonal);
- Touch-sensitive control panel;
- A built in iPhone/iPod dock;
- Instant power on/off; and
- Two 2-watt speakers.
The projector weighs 1.23 pounds and measures 2.06" (h) x 5.52" (w) x 5.11" (d).
AV inputs include HDMI, PDMI (CEA 30-pin), and a stereo minijack. AV outputs and peripheral ports include a stereo minijack and USB.
A detachable battery that can run the projector at 100 lumens of brightness for up to three hours is available as an optional accessory.
The Joybee GP2 is covered by a one-year warranty and currently ships for $599.
Further information can be found at benq.us.
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