EC Display Solutions of America, a  leading provider of commercial LCD  display and projector solutions, today announced  two new laser phosphor projectors to its professional installation lineup.  The technology behind the lamp-less  projectors gives professional installers new applications to target and potential  new revenue streams.

The NEC PH1201QL projector  delivers a native 4K (4096x2160) resolution, while the NEC PH1202HL model  delivers Full HD 1080p as its native resolution. The 3-chip DLP laser projectors  each emit 12,000 lumens of brightness, and maintain 2000:1 and 10,000:1  contrast ratios, respectively.

The lamp-less projectors use blue laser with yellow phosphor as  their light sources and emit consistent light output over their lifetimes. That  means mercury-free components, no more lamp replacements and 20,000 hours of  projector life at maximum brightness.    The eco-friendly projectors are virtually maintenance free, which  translates to lower labor costs and less filter cleaning. The PH1201HL offers NEC's unique heat exchanger, a  patent-pending system designed to cool the engine while creating a sealed  barrier for both the optical and laser engines, thereby minimizing dust and  other particles from entering the laser and optical path. The barrier helps  reduce maintenance requirements, while image quality and brightness stay  pristine.

The projectors can operate  in a 24x7 environment, which opens up a number of new applications in digital  signage, simulation, training facilities, control rooms and high-traffic  environments, giving professional installers new opportunities.

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“Laser is the future light  source for the projector industry,” said Richard McPherson, Senior Product  Manager of Projectors at NEC Display. “Laser phosphor projectors bring the best  possible brightness uniformity and image quality over a longer period of time  compared to lamp-based projectors. The laser technology eliminates the need for  lamp replacement, bringing a significant cost savings over time. It’s exciting  to see the new opportunities NEC’s PH Series laser projectors bring to  professional installations and we’re ready to continue to lead the charge in  laser technology for projectors.”

The self-contained  projection system of the PH1202HL projector includes an OPS (Open Pluggable  Specification) option slot, the first industry-wide standard to simplify  installation, use and maintenance while offering input flexibility for  HD/SD-SDI and OPS accessory cards. The projector’s wide range of installation  features suit any professional environment and minimize installation costs for  digital signage.

NEC Display is the only  visual technologies manufacturer delivering 4K and Ultra-HD resolution products  across its portfolio of projectors, desktop and large-screen displays.

Among the other benefits of  the two laser phosphor projectors:

• Quick       Start capabilities
• Extensive       input panel, including HDMI, DisplayPort and HDBaseT (PH1202HL)
• Tilt-Free       (360°) and Portrait Mode capabilities
• 3D       – HDMI
• Adjustable       Light Source
• Stacking       Correction Tool (PH1202HL)
• Geometric       correction
• Hardware       and Software Edge Blending
• Interchangeable       bayonet lenses
• Power       lens controls

The PH1201QL and PH1202HL projectors ship  with a 3-year limited parts and labor warranty, and will be available in April  2015 at a minimum advertised price of $149,999 and $59,999, respectively. 

To register for NEC  Display’s Star Student Program, educational institutions can visit www.necstarstudent.com for more  information.