Singapore, 6 April, 2015 – Panasonic Asia Pacific Pte Ltd (hereinafter Panasonic) will release a new portable LCD projector “PT-VW350 Series” to support Intel^® Pro WiDi, in May 2015.

The range comprises the PT-VW355N (WXGA, 4,000 lm) and PT-VX425N (XGA, 4,500 lm) and two non-network variants, the PT-VW350 (WXGA, 4,000 lm) and PT-VX420 (XGA, 4,500 lm), both with similar base specification.

PT-VW355N and PT-VX425N are the world’s first^*1 projectors to support Intel^® Pro WiDi in addition to supporting Miracast, which provides easy projection of the screen of a PC or Android™ device (tablet, smartphone, etc.) via wireless LAN. The new projectors allow wireless transmission and quick projection of documents, videos, websites and other content from Intel^® Pro WiDi supporting PCs,^*3 etc.

Basic performance, such as connection stability, security and response speed, has also been significantly improved.

Furthermore, by using an original Panasonic iOS, Android™, and PC wireless application software, screen projection from multiple PCs (up to 16 units^*4) and simultaneous wireless transmission from one PC to multiple projectors are possible. These screen sharing functions promote efficiency in participatory meetings and group study.

Also, with the optimized temperature design inside the projector body, both brightness and quietness are maintained, and the smallest and lightest^*2 (approximately 3.4-kg) design in the 4,000-lm brightness class is realized. Basic performance, which ensures durability in business use, with a lamp replacement cycle of 5,000 hours (7,000 hours in eco-mode) and a filter replacement cycle of 7,000 hours,^*7 contributes to a reduction in maintenance costs.

[Features]
1. World’s first^*1 Intel^® Pro WiDi supporting liquid crystal projector
Allows wireless transmission and quick projection of documents, videos, websites, and other content from Intel^® Pro WiDi supporting PCs,^*3 etc.

2. The smallest and lightest in the 4,000-lm brightness class^*2
Ensures industry-leading brightness and realizes the smallest size (W 352 x H 98^*5 x D 279 mm) and lightest weight (3.4 kg) in its class, by optimizing the temperature design inside the projector body

・The best contrast ratio of 12,000: 1^*6 in its class due to adoption of a newly designed iris

3. Basic performance with durability for long use, contributing to a reduction in maintenance costs
Allows long-term use with a lamp replacement cycle of 5,000 hours (7,000 hours in eco-mode) and a filter replacement cycle of 7,000 hours^*7

*1: As a display device for commercial use and a receiver supporting Intel^® Pro WiDi. As of April 6, 2015.
*2: As a portable liquid crystal projector of the 4,000-lm (Lumen) brightness class.
As of April 6, 2015, according to a Panasonic survey.
*3: Playback of 1080p, Blu-ray* and other content under copyright protection by using the Intel^® Pro WiDi function is possible only when the PC used is equipped with the fifth-generation Intel^® Core™ vProTM processor whose built-in visual is active, a compatible receiver device and media player are used, and a compatible Intel^® wireless display software and graphics driver are installed.
*4: Up to 10 units according to the wireless connection settings.
*5: With the shortest leg condition.
*6: When the “Lamp Power” setting is “Normal” and the “Iris” setting is “ON.”
*7: This time is intended only for reference, and the replacement timing may be sooner depending on the usage environment.

*Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
*Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S.A. and/or other countries.

*The specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Panasonic Corporation is a worldwide leader in the development and engineering of electronic technologies and solutions for customers in residential, non-residential, mobility and personal applications. Since its founding in 1918, the company has expanded globally and now operates around 500 consolidated companies worldwide, recording consolidated net sales of 7.74 trillion yen for the year ended March 31, 2014. Committed to pursuing new value through innovation across divisional lines, the company strives to create a better life and a better world for its customers.
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Panasonic Asia Pacific provides the whole range of the brand’s products and solutions across the South East Asia and Pacific (APAC) region. The company focuses on promoting its Business-to-Business portfolio, such as in the field of energy solutions, whilst maintaining solid Business-to-Consumer growth, in line with the group’s global direction.
The region has 45 manufacturing sites, which hold as a key hub for Panasonic’s global production activities supporting the consumer, solutions and components and devices business. Based in Singapore, Panasonic Asia Pacific regional headquarter encourages locally-initiated energy solutions partnerships and businesses. Panasonic Asia Pacific will continue to promote green innovation and reduce its regional carbon dioxide emissions footprint in support of Panasonic’s global eco initiatives.