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Hitachi CP-A100

XGA classroom projector with ultra-short-throw optics

Hitachi specifies a 3LCD XGA projector rated at 2,500 ANSI lumens, with ultra-short-throw optics and VGA, component, composite, S-Video, USB, and network connections. Its older 4:3 panel and legacy inputs favor a fixed teaching room.

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CAIWEI A8AB-NEW

Exact A8AB-NEW identity; technical profile unverified

A model-specific manual mirror names CAIWEI A8AB-NEW as a projector. The available packet does not support its technical table as primary evidence, and similarly named A8+AB material is not assumed to describe the same revision.

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ALVAR RV400A

Exact ALVAR RV400A identity; specifications unverified

A third-party listing matching the candidate title names ALVAR RV400A and uses E2816 as a listing code. It establishes an identity lead only; no technical value transfers from the distinct ALVAR D502/RV500W or from the listing’s performance claims.

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Sainyer X8

Native Full HD smart projector with electric setup controls

The FCC-filed X8 manual lists native 1920 × 1080, Android OS, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, electric focus, 4D+4P keystone, and LED illumination. It does not establish native 4K, ANSI brightness, or support for specific streaming services.

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Mitsubishi HC5500

Full HD home-theater projector with optical lens shift

Mitsubishi specifies native 1920 × 1080, a 160 W lamp, 1.2× motorized zoom, and lens shift for the HC5500. Its fixed-room optical flexibility is useful, while output rating, exact throw, and the condition of a used lamp need separate checks.

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Sony VPL-BW120S

Short-throw WXGA home-theater projector with built-in speaker

Sony identifies the VPL-BW120S as a 16:10 WXGA 3LCD short-throw home-theater model with a 2 W speaker, HDMI, and legacy inputs. Its listed 2,600-lumen output is not labeled ANSI in the saved packet.

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PVO YG300 Pro

Compact projector identity; native resolution unresolved

PVO names the YG300Pro mini projector and describes 1080p HD support, but the reviewed sources do not resolve its native panel pixels. Brightness, exact wireless services, and placement remain unverified.

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WiMiUS T7

Exact WiMiUS T7 identity; technical table not corroborated

A T7-specific manual mirror names a WiMiUS projector, supporting the identity. The saved packet does not accept the mirror’s specification table without stronger corroboration, so native pixels, ANSI output, inputs, power, and throw stay unknown.

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BenQ W710ST

720p short-throw home projector with 2,500 ANSI lumens

BenQ identifies the W710ST as a 720p DLP home projector with 2,500 ANSI lumens, a 0.72–0.79:1 short-throw ratio, 1.1× manual zoom, and two HDMI inputs. Its short throw is not ultra-short-throw.

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Epson BrightLink 685Wi

WXGA interactive classroom projector with ultra-short throw

Epson identifies BrightLink 685Wi as a WXGA 3LCD ultra-short-throw interactive classroom projector with pens and classroom connections. Epson’s 8G7263 candidate hint is not used as its model code; ANSI output remains unverified.

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TMY V08

Exact projector identity verified; model capabilities unresolved

Model-specific manual pages identify the TMY V08 projector, but the reviewed technical claims are not corroborated well enough to assign panel resolution, ANSI brightness, power, streaming, or throw attributes. Treat it as a research-first identity, not a capability match.

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LG CineBeam HU915QE

Native 4K UST laser home cinema with webOS

LG identifies HU915QE as a native 4K UHD triple-laser ultra-short-throw projector with webOS apps and a 0.19:1 ratio. Its regional brightness material conflicts, so this profile does not treat an ANSI figure as settled.

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Casio XJ-F210WN

WXGA lamp-free presentation projector with optical zoom

Casio documents a 1280 × 800 WXGA hybrid laser-and-LED projector rated at 3,500 lumens, 1.5× manual zoom, USB media playback, and a 1.32–1.93:1 throw range. Casio does not label the output ANSI.

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Optoma DS216

SVGA presentation projector with 2,600 ANSI lumens

Optoma documents native SVGA 800 × 600 DLP imaging, 2,600 ANSI lumens, a 1.95–2.15:1 throw, and VGA, S-Video, composite, and RS-232 connections. Its lamp and legacy input set suit a measured presentation room, not high-detail home cinema.

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RCA RPJ275 Home Theater Projector

LED home projector with ANSI output and a resolution conflict

RCA identifies RPJ275 as an LED home-theater projector with HDMI, USB, and microSD inputs and 430–450 ANSI lumens. Its page conflicts between a 1920 × 1080 heading and a 1280 × 720 specification table, so native pixels remain unknown.

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BenQ TK800M

4K UHD home projector with 3,000 ANSI lumens and conventional throw

BenQ lists TK800M as a 4K UHD home projector rated at 3,000 ANSI lumens, with a lamp, 1.50–1.65:1 throw, 1.1× zoom, two HDMI inputs, and a 5 W speaker. The checked spec page does not state native imaging-device pixels.

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Optoma PRO150S

SVGA presentation projector with 2,800 ANSI lumens

Optoma specifies native SVGA 800 × 600 DLP imaging, 2,800 ANSI lumens, a 1.95–2.15:1 throw, and VGA, S-Video, composite, and RS-232 connections. This lamp model suits a measured room with legacy sources.

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Crenova XPE500

Home-projector identity verified; technical specifications conflict

A model-specific Crenova manual mirror identifies XPE500 as a multimedia home projector, but accessible manual transcriptions disagree on native resolution and give unqualified output claims. The profile leaves performance and placement unknown.

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EUG SP-05

SP-05 projector identity verified; specifications uncorroborated

A model-specific manual page identifies the EUG SP-05 projector, but its broad resolution, brightness, Android, wireless, and connection claims lack traceable manufacturer specifications. Treat it as an identity reference, not a capability match.

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NEC NP-PA571W

WXGA installation with optical lens shift

A commercial and education installation model with native WXGA, horizontal and vertical lens shift, and a manufacturer-listed 5,700-lumen output. The source does not label that figure ANSI, and the optional lens package must be checked for the exact projector.

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Acer X1261

Legacy XGA DLP with standard-throw optics

Acer's X1261 guide documents a native XGA DLP image, a 1.95–2.15:1 throw ratio, a replaceable 180 W lamp, and a small built-in speaker. It is distinct from the X1261P and does not have verified ANSI brightness in the saved model packet.

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Philips PPX3417

Battery-powered pocket projector with local playback

A DLP/RGB LED pocket projector with native 854 × 480 pixels, up to two hours of battery operation, and 4 GB internal memory. The product sheet's 170-lumen figure is not labeled ANSI, and wireless use requires a separate Wi-Fi dongle.

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JMGO O1

1080p ultra-short-throw with Luna OS

A fixed-room 0.25:1 ultra-short-throw projector with a native 1920 × 1080 image, Luna OS, and two 7 W speakers. JMGO's regional page lists 280 ISO lumens, not ANSI, and says the projector has no internal battery.

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Mitsubishi HC6500

Legacy 1080p LCD home-theater projector

A three-panel 0.74-inch LCD home-theater model with native 1920 × 1080 resolution and a replaceable 160 W lamp. Mitsubishi's manual lists a 50–300-inch image range and 1.5–9.5 m placement range at maximum zoom; brightness remains unverified here.

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NICPOW M6

Native 1080p home model with manual geometry controls

NICPOW identifies the M6 as a home-cinema projector with native 1920 × 1080 pixels, 4D keystone, x/y zoom, and multiple wired inputs. Its 7,200-lux claim is not an ANSI rating, and the manufacturer says external devices are needed for streaming.

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Simplebeam GP70

Portable WVGA projector with local playback

The Simplebeamer Co. listing identifies GP70 as a portable projector with native 800 × 480 pixels, a white LED source, USB/SD playback, and manual focus. Its 1,200-lumen figure is nominal rather than ANSI, and the listed AC power supply means portability does not establish battery operation.

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Optoma GT750E

WXGA short-throw with 3,000 ANSI lumens

Optoma's GT750E datasheet specifies native WXGA, a 0.72:1 short-throw lens, a lamp source, and 3,000 ANSI lumens. Dual HDMI plus VGA and legacy video connections support a range of external sources.

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Miroir L500S

SYNQ TV projector with wireless mirroring

Miroir documents HDMI, USB-C through an adapter, AirPlay/Android display mirroring, manual focus, and AC power for the L500S. Its official support page confirms a built-in operating system and SYNQ TV streaming software. Native resolution, ANSI brightness, and throw ratio remain unestablished.

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Sony VPL-HW15

Full HD SXRD home projector with optical lens shift

Sony's VPL-HW15 manual documents three native 1920 × 1080 SXRD panels, two HDMI inputs, lens-shift dials, and zoom/focus controls. It is a lamp-based home-cinema model; the reviewed sources do not establish ANSI brightness or current lamp availability.

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Optoma GT1080HDR Short-Throw Full HD Projector

Native 1080p from a short throw

A lamp-based DLP home projector with native 1920 × 1080 and a 0.49:1 short-throw lens. Optoma's 3,800-lumen figure is not labeled ANSI; the model accepts 4K and HDR signals but projects Full HD.

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BenQ Joybee GP1 Portable LED Projector

Lightweight local-media projector

A 640 g BenQ LED projector with native 858 × 600 resolution and a USB Reader for photo and movie files. The manual specifies an external power supply, not battery operation, and does not establish an ANSI brightness figure.

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BenQ PE7700 Home Theater Projector

720p home cinema with optical zoom

A legacy BenQ home-theater model with native 1280 × 720 DLP imaging, 1.37× optical zoom, and HDMI plus analog video inputs. BenQ Korea's 2006 announcement lists 1,100 ANSI lumens; current lamp output and service availability remain unknown.

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Vivitek D837 XGA DLP Projector

XGA presentation connections with long throw

A legacy DLP projector for presentation use with native 1024 × 768 XGA, a 1.93–2.16:1 throw ratio, and HDMI, VGA, and analog inputs. Vivitek lists 3,500 lumens without an ANSI label in the reviewed datasheet.

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Crenova YG600 WXGA LED Projector

WXGA LED for a dark-room home setup

A Crenova home projector with native 1280 × 800 resolution, LED illumination, and 1080p input support. Its listed 44–200 inch range is manufacturer guidance; the upgraded-brightness wording is not an ANSI rating.

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ViewSonic PA505W WXGA Business Projector

WXGA presentation with an ANSI rating

A lamp-based DLP projector for meetings and classrooms with native WXGA 1280 × 800, a stated 3,500 ANSI lumens, and 1.1× optical zoom. Its 1.54–1.71:1 throw calls for conventional room depth.

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I Digital Galaxy DG-737 Projector

Exact model identified; specifications unverified

A supplier-platform listing supports the I Digital Galaxy DG-737 model identity, but no primary technical document was found. Native resolution, brightness, lens, connections, and power remain unknown, so this entry makes no feature-based recommendation.

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JVC LX-WX50 Professional WXGA DLP Projector

Bright WXGA installation with lens shift

A professional DLP projector with native WXGA 1280 × 800, a typical 5,000 ANSI-lumen rating, and manual vertical lens shift. Its mercury lamp, conventional throw, network control, and dual HDMI suit measured fixed installations.

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BenQ MP610 SVGA Presentation Projector

ANSI-rated SVGA with legacy inputs

A legacy BenQ presentation projector with native 800 × 600 SVGA, a 2,000 ANSI-lumen rating, and 1.15× manual zoom. Its VGA and analog video connections need checking against a current HDMI-only source.

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InFocus InFocus IN3104 XGA Projector

XGA presentation projector with 3500 ANSI lumens

The InFocus IN3100-series sheet identifies the IN3104 with native XGA 1024 × 768 and up to 3500 ANSI lumens. It also documents HDMI, VGA, composite video, RS-232 and DisplayLink over mini-USB. Its lamp, conventional throw and legacy input mix make room measurement and unit condition more important than the headline rating.

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YABER YABER Pro Y9 Native 1080P Projector

Native Full HD with 4D keystone and dual-band Wi-Fi

YABER's Pro Y9 page identifies native 1920 × 1080 resolution, 4D/4P keystone adjustment, dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. The checked page does not establish an ANSI brightness figure, optical lens shift, throw ratio, battery operation or built-in streaming apps. The decision therefore turns on its documented native pixels and wireless setup claims, with room fit and light output left unresolved.

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GPX GPX PJ300B Mini Projector

Compact external-source projector with HDMI and audio Bluetooth

GPX specifies native 800 × 480, dual HDMI, VGA, USB, microSD and composite AV, plus manual focus and keystone adjustment. Bluetooth sends audio to a speaker; it does not carry projected video. GPX lists LED illumination and an external power adapter, but no ANSI-labeled brightness value. Its small native image and broad wired input set define a low-detail, source-dependent use.

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Brookstone Brookstone 200-Lumen Wireless Mobile Smart Projector

Battery-powered portable projector with native 720p

Brookstone's 318023P manual lists native 1280 × 720, up to 200 lumens, a 7,800 mAh battery rated for up to 1.5 hours, autofocus and vertical auto keystone. Those are model specifications, not a current used battery or ANSI brightness measurement. The manual also lists 5 GB of internal memory, but does not establish streaming-app support.

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ViewSonic ViewSonic PJ588D XGA Projector

XGA meeting projector with 3000 ANSI lumens and optical zoom

ViewSonic's exact PJ588D sheet lists native XGA 1024 × 768, 3000 ANSI lumens, a 1.15× manual zoom and a 1.8–2.1:1 throw ratio. The lamp-based unit includes wired presentation inputs and a 1 W speaker. It is suited to a measured conventional installation, while the older panel and current lamp condition should be weighed against modern widescreen sources.

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SKYWORTH SKYWORTH T1 Projector

Exact T1 identity; core specifications need confirmation

SKYWORTH Digital's official page identifies a T1 projector, supporting the exact model identity. The retrieved page material does not expose readable technical parameters for native resolution, brightness method, throw, power, inputs or light source. Those values remain unknown here; do not infer them from the candidate title or from another product also called T1.

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JVC JVC DLA-RS45 D-ILA Home Theater Projector

Full HD D-ILA home projector with motorized lens shift

JVC documents three native 1920 × 1080 D-ILA devices, motorized 2× zoom and focus, and motorized vertical and horizontal lens shift. The 1300-lumen model figure is not ANSI-labeled. Its 220 W lamp and two HDMI inputs suit a fixed home-theater installation, with 3D glasses and emitter sold as optional equipment.

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Optoma Optoma PlayTime PT110 LED Gaming Projector

Pocket gaming projector with native WVGA and RGB LED

Optoma's PT110 sheet lists native WVGA 854 × 480, 100 LED lumens, RGB LED illumination, a 2.1:1 throw ratio and a 3 W speaker. The source explicitly labels the output LED lumens, not ANSI, and lists external power. It is a small-image casual gaming option, not a substitute for a bright home-theater panel.

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Vivitek Vivitek Qumi Q7 WXGA LED Projector

Native WXGA portable projector with 800 ANSI lumens

Vivitek identifies the original Qumi Q7 with native WXGA 1280 × 800, up to 800 ANSI lumens, LED illumination, 4 GB memory and a 1.30–1.43:1 throw ratio. It offers local-file playback and multiple wired inputs; wireless projection needs an optional USB Wi-Fi dongle. AC power is specified, and file playback does not establish current streaming apps.

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Panasonic Panasonic PT-AE700U Home Cinema Projector

Legacy 720p home cinema projector with optical lens shift

Panasonic's PT-AE700U file lists native 1280 × 720 3LCD panels, 1000 lumens without an ANSI label, a 130 W UHM lamp, 1.2× manual zoom and vertical/horizontal optical shift. It accepts 1080-format signals but displays them at 720p. The older HDMI home-cinema model requires lamp, input and lens checks on the specific unit.

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BenQ BenQ MW523 WXGA Business Projector

WXGA presentation projector with a stated 3,000 ANSI lumens

BenQ specifies native WXGA 1280 × 800, 3,000 ANSI lumens, a 1.2× manual zoom and a 1.49–1.79:1 throw range. The MW523 uses a 190 W lamp and offers HDMI plus VGA and legacy video connections. Its standard-throw placement and lamp condition matter more than the historical listing title; no current offer or included accessories are verified.

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BenQ BenQ MW824ST Short-Throw Classroom Projector

Short-throw WXGA classroom projector; interactive kit is optional

BenQ specifies native WXGA 1280 × 800, 3,200 ANSI lumens, a fixed short-throw lens, a 210 W lamp and a 10 W speaker. The model supports optional PointWrite pen hardware, but a projector-only listing does not prove that the kit or pens are included. HDMI/MHL and LAN control support a wired classroom installation, not built-in streaming.

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Hitachi Hitachi CP-WX8 Portable WXGA Projector

Portable WXGA presentation projector with a stated 2,600 ANSI lumens

Hitachi's CPWX8 brochure specifies a 3LCD WXGA panel, 2,600 ANSI lumens in Normal mode, a 1.2× manual zoom and a 200 W UHP lamp. It lists HDMI, VGA, component, composite and S-Video inputs. This is a conventional-throw portable data projector; inspect the lamp, air filter, lens and analog connectors on any used example.

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Optoma Optoma Pico PK100 Pocket Projector

Battery-powered pocket projector; native pixels and ANSI output unverified

Optoma's PK100 manual documents a removable rechargeable battery, two brightness modes, manual focus, an AV input and a projection chart up to 66 inches at 2.636 metres. It does not establish a native pixel count, ANSI rating or battery runtime. Treat the small image and the current battery as unit-specific, and confirm adapters and cables before buying.

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AAXA AAXA CP3 Holiday Projector

Seasonal-effects projector with looping content and full-size HDMI input

AAXA's CP3 guide describes a holiday-effects projector with a loop function, 16:9 format, manual focus and a 1.4:1 throw ratio. It accepts a full-size HDMI connection and begins its distance chart at about 25 inches. Native pixels and ANSI brightness are not established, so screen size, ambient light and current unit condition need a real check.

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Ricoh Ricoh IPSiO PJ WX5140 WXGA Projector

WXGA business projector with HDMI and legacy office connections

Ricoh specifies the PJ WX5140 as a single-chip DLP WXGA projector with 3,200 lumens under its stated JIS measurement method, not ANSI. It uses a 1.1× manual zoom, a 230 W UHP lamp and a 5 W mono speaker, with HDMI, VGA, S-Video and composite inputs. Its 100-inch image needs roughly 3.0–3.3 metres of throw distance.

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BenQ BenQ HT1085ST Short-Throw Full HD Projector

Short-throw Full HD home projector with HDMI/MHL

BenQ's shared HT1075/HT1085ST manual names the models separately and identifies the HT1085ST's short-throw optics. The model uses a native 1920 × 1080 DLP imager, 240 W lamp, two HDMI-class inputs including MHL and a 10 W speaker. An ANSI-labeled brightness figure and the HT1085ST's used-lamp state are not established in the saved model evidence.

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Nebula Nebula Cosmos D2140 Smart Projector

Full HD smart projector with Android TV 9 and autofocus

Nebula and FCC materials identify the Cosmos D2140 as a native 1920 × 1080 DLP projector rated at 810 ANSI lumens. The official page lists Android TV 9, autofocus, a 1.2:1 throw ratio, two HDMI ports and USB-A. It uses a DC power supply rather than a built-in battery; present app support and a candidate-title Renewed suffix do not verify a current offer's software or condition.

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Toshiba Toshiba TDP-PX10U Portable XGA Projector

Legacy XGA DLP projector with a stated 2,000 ANSI lumens

Toshiba's TDP-PX10U specification sheet identifies native XGA 1024 × 768 DLP, a 2,000 ANSI-lumen rating, a 1.17× manual zoom and a 180 W lamp. VGA, S-Video and composite inputs connect older computers and video equipment; the model accepts higher-format inputs but remains XGA. It uses AC power and a 2 W mono speaker.

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HOPFROG HOPFROG YD10 Mini Projector

YD10 model with documented HDMI and TF-card inputs; imaging specs unknown

FCC records identify YD10 as a projector and name Yingda as the applicant; a separate candidate listing uses the HOPFROG brand. The model manual documents a power-cord setup, manual focus, HDMI and TF-card input. It does not establish native pixels, ANSI brightness, battery operation or the HOPFROG-to-Yingda relationship, so a seller must confirm the exact unit and needed output.

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Brookstone Brookstone Pocket Projector Slim

Rechargeable pocket projector with a documented 640 × 360 image

Brookstone's model 842364 manual documents a native 640 × 360 image, HDMI input, a rechargeable internal battery, and a 25-lumen figure that is not identified as ANSI. It is a very small-image portable option; the manual does not establish runtime, ANSI output, or throw distance, and the condition of an older battery must be checked on the actual unit.

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Epson Epson PowerLite 1263W Wireless HD WXGA 3LCD Projector

WXGA 3LCD presentation projector with separately stated color and white output

Epson's discontinued PowerLite 1263W (V11H654120) uses a native 1280 × 800 3LCD panel, a manual 1.0–1.2× zoom, and a 1.3–1.56:1 throw range. Epson separately lists 3,000 color lumens to IDMS 15.4 and 3,000 white lumens to ISO 21118; neither is labeled ANSI. Its 200 W UHE lamp and mixed legacy/HDMI inputs suit a measured presentation-room replacement, not a current-app projector.

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