Panasonic Europe recently announced a new short throw LCD projector range (PT-TW231R and PT-TW230) with a resolution of WXGA (1280x800) and 2.500 lumens of brightness.  The PT-TW231R model is further equipped with a feedback camera for interactive functionality on various projected surfaces.  The short throw distance required for setup and the interactive feature together make the PT-TW230 Series an ideal solution for engaging students in the classroom, or conducting collaborative meetings and presentations.

The TW Series is designed with a short focal lens that allows the device to project a 1.3 m wide image from a mere 65 cm (2.13ft) away from the display surface. This installation flexibility prevents the projector’s light from shining into the presenter’s face and disrupting the class and or meeting.  In addition, using the projector from room to room is extremely easy as the projector can be placed at the end of a table and still project a large image from such proximity. The mobile use of the projector is further enhanced with the built in interactive function, available on the PT-TW231R model, which allows the user to interact with the projected image on multiple surfaces without the need of a specialized board.  A pen and a pointer containing infrared sensors are included with the PT-TW231R that sends the signal back to the camera module on the projector so that the users can write text, graphics or lines on the projected images.

These projectors will be on display at the Panasonic booth (Hall 1 H56) at ISE 2012.