Acer C250i Projector |
Acer has introduced the C250i portable wireless projector, which is powered by LED technology and has the ability to display content from multiple angles without the need for installation platforms. The device supports the world's first automatic portrait mode, allowing users to easily share smartphone content anywhere, anytime.
Victor Chen, Head of Acer Digital Display, said: “Acer continues its innovations in the field of projectors by introducing the C250i, which is innovative and capable of viewing from multiple angles without the need for pallets or tripods, with a portrait style display. Unique automatic sharing of smartphone content ”.
The C250i is light, multi-angle, high resolution, long battery life and easy to use.
Display feature from multiple angles anywhere, anytime
Unlike other devices that are limited to landscape view, the Acer C250i supports multi-angle viewing without a stand, thanks to its new twisted cylindrical design, which is flexible and can be installed or placed anywhere with ease, users can place the device on one Its sides are then “rotated” in order to find the best viewing angle on the ceiling or wall.
“Portrait orientation supports horizontal wall display and activates automatic portrait mode,” says Acer. This innovative display allows users to view live video chat or live streaming (e.g. Facebook or Instagram) wirelessly using the entire display surface without showing black edges on the sides. The C250's features are designed with full flexibility and everyday usage requirements, which will definitely impress smartphone users. Keystone correction ensures optimal viewing from all angles. ”
High accuracy provided by the C250i with wireless connectivity
Despite its small size, the C250i supports 1080p image playback, with up to five hours of playback after every full charge, meaning it doesn't need to be connected to a long, continuous power and can be used anywhere.
Android and iOS users can also wirelessly connect their phones to the device without having to connect at home or outside.
The LED lighting module provides more than 30,000 working hours, plus a variety of colors that are 100% NTSC compliant.
The ANSI luminous flux is 300 lumens, with a contrast ratio of 1: 5,000. The device also offers reverse charging, which acts as a charger for phones on the go, and built-in speakers - which can be connected wirelessly with Bluetooth - with a capacity of 5 watts to provide high-quality audio when watching movies or TV programs.
Different options for connecting the device
In addition to wireless connectivity, it features a standard HDMI port for connecting and viewing content on your laptop or desktop computer. While USB ports A and B offer video playback from both smartphones and computers, content can be played directly when connected without any additional drivers or software.
The USB-A port allows you to play multimedia directly from the storage for an easy viewing experience without the need for a PC.
PL1 Collection
Acer Projector PL1520i |
In addition to announcing the C250i, Acer also announced the new PL1 series laser projectors (PL1520i / PL1320W / PL1220).
The new PL1 range is designed for medium-sized exhibitions, various events, trade fairs and various meeting rooms.
These devices are designed to run continuously for as long as possible thanks to the energy saving feature of the LED lighting module that operates up to 30,000 hours. PL1 projectors are ideal for wirelessly displaying images in various business areas such as commercials and local billboards, as well as displaying videos in hotel lounges and other uses. This range of projectors is also rated IP6X due to its high durability with a sealed optical engine, 360-degree viewability, portrait mode, and four-angle keystone correction.
Castmaster Touch: Wireless touch control system
The Acer Castmaster Touch Wireless Presentation Control System has been developed with easy-to-replace wires and transmitters, while the device works right after connecting without software and can switch signals between presenters within 0.1 seconds.
Controlled by touch signals, the device has a short response time of less than 100 milliseconds.
Acer Castmaster Touch is compatible with PL1 devices to seamlessly adjust display settings in the meeting room.
Hardware prices and availability
The Acer Projector C250i will be available in Europe, Africa and the Middle East as of January 2020.
Prices will start in Europe from € 539; in North America from $ 489; and in China from 3,299 Yuan .
The Acer PL1520i will be available in Europe, Africa and the Middle East from November 2019.
Prices for PL1520i will start from € 1,499 in Europe; US $ 1,299 in North America; and 12,299 yuan in China.
Devices may vary in detail by geographic area, so more complete details can be found on the company's website.