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9th April 2012

Acer Canada Announces Availability of LED Projector Notebook Companion

acer canadaAcer, the number two PC provider in Canada according to Gartner’s 2011 Dataquest, has debuted the new Acer C120 ultra-portable pico projector that can be powered by a PC via USB connection. It’s ideal for business people, instructors and anyone who needs an incredibly portable projector to display clear, crisp images.

The ultra-lightweight Acer C120 pico projector is the perfect solution for road warriors who need to be able to present at a moment’s notice. The projector features an LED lamp, so it turns on instantly and is quickly ready to show vibrant images. Presentations can be enjoyed natively in the 16:9 aspect ratio at WVGA resolution (854×480) or at the maximum resolution WXGA (1280×800) in a 16:10 aspect ratio. Plus, USB 3.0 connectivity increases data transfer Acer C120 ultra-portable pico projector speeds up to 10 times faster than traditional USB 2.0 for enhanced image brightness and quality.

Customers have the additional flexibility of powering the Acer C120 projector directly from their notebook’s USB port, so they can leave their power cord at home. This convenient USB 3.0 option allows for faster display of the images at a bright 75 ANSI lumens. Alternatively, when higher brightness matters most, customers can power the projector with the included AC adapter or any Acer notebook PC adapter to enjoy presentations in an even brighter 100 ANSI lumens rating. The new projector is also plug-and-play compatible with notebook PCs, so no drivers need to be installed.

“We’ve designed the Acer C120 projector to be a powerful tool for businesspeople, consultants, real estate agents and anyone who needs an ultra-portable projector that will make their presentations even more effective,” said Chris White, senior director of product marketing, Acer. “It’s very convenient to use and provides a range of usage scenarios, making it the ideal companion for anyone that gives presentations on the go.”

The Acer C120 has a high 1000:1 contrast ratio that results in crisp presentations and photos. The projector also ensures image quality and accuracy with improved colour saturation (60 to 120 percent NTSC) and Acer ColorSafe technology. Colour integrity is protected even after prolonged use of the projector.

The C120 projector is ready to go nearly anywhere. It fits in the palm of a hand and weighs only 180 grams. It is incredibly compact, so it can fit in a purse or briefcase; it measures 120mm (W) by 82mm (D) by 25.7mm (H). In addition, long battery life will ensure the Acer C120 will keep projecting bright images through the very last slide.

The Acer C120 LED projector is an excellent investment thanks to its many features and extended lifespan, which translate into significant cost savings for customers. Maintenance is reduced for the product since there is no lamp to replace. Plus, the long 20,000-hour LED life ensures long-term dependable projector use.The Acer C120 has a wide projection throw range — it can project clearly from as close as 40cm and as far as 3.65 meters away. Note that lamp-life depends on a variety of factors including brightness and can be maximized via Acer EcoProjection Technology, which allows the user to customize power-saving configurations.

The Acer C120 projector is available now for customers in Canada for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $299 CAD. The new Acer C120 projector is backed with a one-year warranty as per Acer’s limited warranty agreement.

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