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InFocus
InFocus IN114x XGA DLP Projector

XGA presentation projector with a documented conventional throw range. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

The InFocus IN114x is a conventional-throw XGA projector for presentations and compatible legacy sources. InFocus's authored IN110x guide names the IN114x and gives native 1024 × 768 resolution, a 1.9–2.09:1 throw range for the IN112x/IN114x group, and a useful mix of HDMI, VGA, composite, S-video, USB-B, and audio connections. The checked guide does not establish ANSI brightness. Keep this exact suffix separate from IN114A and plan around the real throw distance and the equipment already in the room.

Consider it for

A presentation room using XGA-era slides or mixed legacy and HDMI sources with enough distance for a conventional lens..

Look elsewhere if

It is not for native Full HD or 4K detail, close-wall placement, an ANSI brightness minimum, or buyers who need a verified smart platform or recent wireless workflow.

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Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • The manufacturer guide explicitly names IN114x and distinguishes it from similarly named models.
  • Native XGA and the family throw range give useful boundaries for screen content and room planning.
  • HDMI sits alongside VGA, composite, S-video, USB-B, and audio connections for mixed equipment.

What to weigh up

  • The checked InFocus guide does not state an ANSI output figure.
  • XGA is a 4:3 format with much less detail than current Full HD projectors.
  • The connection panel is not a substitute for checking adapters, audio routing, and the exact unit.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredIN114x
Image formatNative XGA 1024 × 768
Rated light outputANSI brightness not established by the exact-family guide
Placement1.9–2.09:1 throw range; HDMI, VGA, composite, S-video, USB-B and audio

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 14, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

Full review: how the features affect your choice

What the features mean for you

Which IN114 model is covered here?

The InFocus-authored IN110x user guide explicitly lists both IN114x and IN114xw. This profile is for the IN114x and should not inherit specifications from IN114A, IN114ST, or a listing that omits the final suffix. The same family guide gives a native XGA 1024 × 768 image. That 4:3 panel is suited to older slide decks and ordinary presentation material but is less detailed and less widescreen than Full HD. Check the model plate and regional configuration before buying, especially where seller titles collapse multiple IN110 variants into one name.

How much room does the lens require?

For the IN112x/IN114x group, the guide gives a throw ratio between 1.9:1 and 2.09:1. Use that range with the planned image width to estimate the lens-to-screen distance, then consult the guide's setup instructions for final dimensions. This is conventional placement, not a close-wall design. Measure the room, shelf or ceiling mount, and screen before committing to a fixed installation. Throw ratio is separate from digital keystone; correcting a poor physical angle can reduce usable image area or introduce distortion. The packet does not establish optical lens shift, so allow for careful height and centerline alignment.

Will its connections suit the source devices?

InFocus lists HDMI, VGA, composite video, S-video, USB-B, and audio connections in the guide. That combination can help bridge a room with both current laptops and older video equipment. USB-B on a projector should not be mistaken for a streaming-app platform or a general-purpose video input; check the manual's function for the exact connector. A modern laptop may need an adapter for VGA, composite, or S-video, and the audio path should be checked independently. Confirm the physical port panel and cable bundle on the exact unit because an old model listing may omit a needed lead.

What can be said about brightness?

The exact-family guide reviewed for this packet does not establish an ANSI-lumen rating for the IN114x. That leaves a meaningful unknown for a room with daylight or a large screen. Do not copy a lumen claim from an IN114A, another IN110x suffix, or a reseller title. If comparable output is a must-have, select a model whose own source states ANSI lumens. For a used IN114x, request a live image at the expected screen size, inspect the lamp and image uniformity, and consider the room's lighting rather than treating a missing model rating as proof that the unit will be bright enough.

How should an older presentation unit be evaluated?

The IN114x is best judged as a source-compatible presentation tool, not as a current smart home projector. Verify that the exact model starts, focuses, accepts the intended HDMI or analog source, and routes sound as expected. Check the manual for the correct USB-B use, confirm remote and power accessories, and inspect lamp hours and fan behavior if the exact unit has an accessible counter. The source packet does not document app support, a battery, or a laser light engine, so those attributes stay unresolved rather than being guessed. This review is based on InFocus documentation and makes no hands-on or availability claim.

Compare for your needs

For native Full HD and an ANSI-labeled output, compare the released ViewSonic PJD7720HD profile; it has a different throw, resolution, and source configuration.

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Before you buy

What is the IN114x native resolution?

InFocus's authored guide identifies the IN114x as native XGA 1024 × 768.

Is the IN114x an ultra-short-throw projector?

No. The family guide gives a conventional 1.9–2.09:1 throw range for IN112x and IN114x.

Does the guide establish ANSI brightness?

The checked INFocus guide does not establish an ANSI-lumen rating for the IN114x.

Can I use IN114A specifications for this model?

No. IN114x and IN114A are distinct suffixes; use the exact model guide and verify the nameplate.

Where can I check the current price?

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Sources and review basis

Sources & review basis

We use the linked product documentation for the features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

Choose IN114x only when its documented XGA format, conventional throw, and connections fit the room and its brightness unknown is acceptable.

Is it the right fit?

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