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PJ258D

MICRO-PORTABLE DLP® VIEWDOCK™ PROJECTOR WITH iPOD® DOCK FOR XXL VIDEOS

Digital lifestyle iPod projector


ViewSonic’s PJ258D ViewDock projector sets the bar for digital lifestyle projectors by converging entertainment excitement with professional practicality. The integrated iPod dock lets you PROJECT CONTENT DIRECTLY FROM YOUR IPOD WITH VIDEO for larger-than-life pictures and videos. The array of projector connectivity options allows you to connect a PC, DVD player, game consoles and more. The PJ258D uses Texas Instruments DLP technology for RAZOR SHARP DIGITAL IMAGES and brilliantly displays 2000 lumens for use in virtually any setting. Its stylishly contoured design is sophisticated enough for the contemporary mobile professional and convenient enough for the entertainment aficionado. Your projector doesn’t have to be lacklustre anymore as ViewSonic's PJ258D ViewDock elevates the status of your digital lifestyle.

Bright in virtually any setting with 2000 lumens

Packs 2000 ANSI lumens in just 1.8kg. It’s the bright choice for multimedia presenters.

DLP™ Technology

Stunning all digital clarity delivers lifelike color, sharp graphics, and outstanding video.

Easy set-up and auto tuning

One-touch set-up button for fast, easy sync and sharp focus.

Life-size your iPod® with video

Dock and charge your iPod with video in the projector's docking station. Share your videos, podcasts, games and presentations in larger-than-life fashion.

Supports HD signals including 720p and 1080i

Capable of displaying HD signals as well as other video and data sources.

Ultimate video source flexibility

Connect two computers simultaneously or add a video source for dynamic meetings. Add another monitor output to view the same projected image on another display.

Unplug and go

Direct off feature lets you unplug the projector and go.

Ultimate video source flexibility

Connect two computers simultaneously or add a video source for dynamic meetings. Add another monitor output to view the same projected image on another display.

COMPATIBILITY
PC Analogue: VGA up to SXGA (scaled), 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz preferred
Mac® Analogue: up to SXGA (scaled), 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz preferred

DIMENSIONS
Physical (mm) 288 x 83 x 190
Packaging (WxHxD) 332 x 315 x 195

REGULATIONS
CE, CB, GS, GOST, UL, CUL, FCC-B, CCC, PSB, NOM, WEEE, RoHS

PACKAGE CONTENTS
DLP Projector, power cables (Europe [Schuko]/UK), VGA CONTENTS cable, composite cable, remote control, batteries, lens cap, soft carrying case, Quick Start Guide (multi-language), ViewSonic Wizard CD (User guide) (multi-language)

AUDIO
Speaker 1 x 1 watt

INPUT SIGNAL
Frequency Fh: 31–79.8Hz; Fv: 56–85Hz
Video RGB analogue, Video NTSC M, NTSC 4.43, PAL (B, D, G, H, I, M, N60), SECAM (B, D, G, K, K1, L), SDTV/EDTV (480i/p, 576i/p) HDTV (720p, 1080i)

CONNECTOR
Composite Video Input 1 x RCA jack
Component Video Input 15-pin mini D-sub to 3 x RCA component video adapter (optional)
USB USB Typ B (for service only)
Audio 1 x 3.5mm stereo mini jack
S-Video 1 x 4-pin mini-DIN
PC-VGA 1 x 15-pin mini D-sub
ViewDock iPod dock (Made for iPod certified)

POWER
Voltage AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz (auto switch)
Consumption 280W (typ.)

CONTROLS
Basic Stand-by, menu, input
OSD Display Menu (mode, brightness, contrast, white intensity, colour temperature, saturation), Management Menu (Eco mode, OSD position, OSD background, projection [rear, front], V keystone, source lock, high altitude mode, reset), Image Menu (frequency, phase, H/V position, degamme, aspect ratio, 16:9 V image position), Language Menu (English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese), colour setting, lamp setting

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature 0°C–40°C
Humidity 10%–90% (non condensation)

WEIGHT
Net 1.8kg
Gross 4.6kg

DISPLAY
Contrast Ratio 2000:1 (max.)
Display size 1.01 m - 7.62 m (40"-300") (Diagonal)
Aspect Ratio 4:3 (native), 16:9
Throw Distance 1.6m–12.0m
Throw Ratio 1.64–1.96:1
Lamp type 200W, 2000 hours (Eco mode 3000 hours²)
Brightness 2000 ANSI lumens (typ.)

NOISE LEVEL
Normal 37dB (typ.)
Eco-mode 34dB (typ.)

OTHER
iPod dock, Eco mode, optical zoom, wireless remote control, soft carrying case, progressive scan, direct off for unplug and go, daylight mode

DLP
Type 1.4 cm / 0.55" DDR XGA DMD DLP
Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA native, (max. 1280 x 1024 SXGA compressed)
Lens Manual zoom, manual focus
Digital Keystone Vertical ± 15º
Zoom Factor 1.2 (F = 2.3–2.75/f = 20.2mm–24.2mm)

User Guides

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Specifications


Drivers

  • 1,8 - Gut
    07/01/07 Macwelt, Germany
  • 1,9 - Gut
    04/01/07 Spiele Filme Technik, Germany
  • 3.5 out of 5 Stars (PC Magazine)
    02/14/07 PC Magazine
  • 4 out of 5 Stars, PJ258D
    06/29/07 About.com
  • 4/5
    06/01/07 PC Advisor, United Kingdom
  • Best of CES
    01/29/07 LAPTOP Magazine
  • Coup de Coeur
    04/01/07 Le Nouvel Observateur, France
  • Editor's Choice: Best of CES
    01/02/07 CRN Magazine
  • iPod Upgrade of the Month
    03/29/07 LAPTOP
  • Readers Choice Top 100
    03/29/08 District Adminsitration
  • T3 Most Wanted
    06/01/07 T3, Greece

  • Soft case with wheels (CASE-006)

    Part Number: CASE-006

  • Replacement lamp (RLC-025)

    Part Number: RLC-025

  • VGA to component video adapter (ADPT-002)

    Part Number: ADPT-002

  • Wireless G Presentation Gateway (WPG-100)

    Part Number:

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