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Epson Unveils the EpiqVision Mini EF-12 Laser Projection TV

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Have you ever wanted a seamless home theatre setup at home? Well, Epson is looking to help you get that dream setup with its new Epiqvision Mini laser projection TV. The new offering from Epson is hoping to bring a complete experience from picture to sound with a partnership with Yamaha.

The new Epson Epiqvision Mini EF-12 is powered by the company’s advanced 3LCD technology. This technology splits the incoming white light into red, green and blue spectra and filters it through it’s own LCD. This gives better brightness control as it allows more accurate brightness according to each spectrum. 3LCD also allows better colour reproduction across a wider range of colours.

Source: Epson Malaysia

The Epiqvision Mini EF-12 is able to project images up to 150-inches in size from a distance of about 3.4m. The short throw distance allows the Epiqvisio Mini EF-12 to adapt to any sized room. It is supports inputs from 4K sources but projects in Full HD 1080p resolution and is capable of projecting with to 1000 lumens in brightness.

With Epson’s signature picture quality, the company has opted to partner with Yamaha to bring a more holistic experience. The new Epiqvision Mini EF-12 has a built-in Yamaha speaker which completes the experience with stellar sound. It also allows the projector to act as a standalone speaker for the room it’s in. In addition, it comes built-in with Android TV allowing you to easily access services like Google Play Movies, YouTube and Netflix without the need to plug in. Screen sharing and taking video calls on the Epiqvision Mini shouldn’t be a problem too. All you’ll need to do is mirror over with any device with Google Home installed or miracast for mirroring. Video calls will require an additional webcam.

The compact size of the Epiqvision mini complements its features and makes it more adaptable and portable than most of its competition. To make things even more compelling, the laser projector comes also comes with a maintenance free guarantee for up to 20,000 hours. So you won’t be struggling to find a replacement bulb too soon after setting it up. Setup is breeze with its auto keystone feature which will adjust the shape of the projection to fit any angle.

Pricing & Availability

The Epson Epiqvision Mini EF-12 will be available come mid-April in Malaysia. It will be retailing for MYR5,000 (USD$11,212.80)

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Picture Perfect: Choosing the Best Projector Resolution for Your Needs

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It started with The Magic Lantern in 1895, one of the earliest recorded functional projectors in history, the technology behind projectors today challenges the concept of flexibility, mobility and visual quality. The projector has evolved in so many aspects but one that is particularly significant: the projector resolution.

Projector resolution significantly affects the image quality and our viewing pleasure; it is a measure of clarity & size of the output image. ‘Resolution’ refers to the number of pixels on screen. A pixel is the smallest element on a screen display which produces a complete image when put together. Hence, greater resolution produces greater image quality.

What are the resolution formats available?

Resolution formats vary depending on the intended input/output device and purpose:

Resolution Format
SVGA (800 x 600 pixels)An affordable option for business, large venues and classrooms to project simple data, charts and short clips.
XGA (1024 x 768 pixels)Following the advancement of technology and computers, the XGA format became the native resolution for most desktops and laptops.
WXGA format (1280 x 800 pixels)The widescreen version of the XGA, a common resolution suited to movie-viewing and video gaming.
WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)A standard format for modern desktops and laptops, commonly equipped in large venues due to its bright and high-definition content projection.

Why should we choose a higher resolution at work and schools?

The greater the number of pixels = The higher the resolution = The greater the image quality. When it boils down to image quality, high-resolution formats enrich the quality and detail of charts, graphs, texts and high-definition videos resulting in a sharper, cleaner image[1]. These details are vital for effective classroom learning.

A projector for your home cinema experience

Additionally, high-resolution projectors for home entertainment is an investment for avid moviegoers and film enthusiasts as it allows for an at-home cinematic experience. This allows you to control the quality of your experience to completely immerse yourself in cinematic adventures with more privacy and intimacy.

ResolutionsRecommended Usage
720p (1280 x 720 pixels)An economical choice for movie projection and is compatible with the standard HDTV format
1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels)The standard format for home theatre, commonly used for 1080i/1080p HDTV broadcast and Blu-ray formats
4K UHD (4096 x 2160 pixels)The highest resolution for moving pictures, this means crisp visuals with quality cinematic experience within the comfort of your home

How do we choose the right projector resolution?

It all depends on your content. To guarantee viewing quality and pleasure, the projector’s resolution must be compatible with the content output. For example, the WXGA resolution is best suited with 720p videos and a HD resolution with Blu-ray discs and 1080i HDTV[2]. The projected image quality depends on both the resolution of the content and the projector itself. You may compromise on the content’s quality if the resolution of your input device doesn’t match the resolution of your projector. This happens when your input device (laptop/smartphone), a WUXGA format is projected through XGA formatted projector. The number of pixels will be reduced to fit within the ratio of your projector, reducing the display quality. Hence, making a careful choice in a projector that matches or is higher than the resolution of the input device is necessary to guarantee fine image quality, minimum compression and maximum compatibility[3].

You should opt for solutions that include exceptional image quality with a low total cost of ownership accompanied with excellent reliability and service[4]. Unsurprisingly enough, Epson can provide these and more! Investing in a quality projector, no matter the physical setting and content can improve performance, productivity and ultimately – viewing pleasure.

[1] https://epson.com/projector-guide-how-to-buy-a-projector-resolution

[2] https://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/high-tech-gadgets/video-projector-buying-guide1.htm

[3] https://www.projectorpoint.co.uk/projector-resolution

[4] https://epson.com/projectors-and-displays