New Compaq projectors combine with iPAQ Pocket PC to provide lightweight presentation solutions

Compaq Computer today launched two new microportable projectors that will join the iPAQ product line across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

The iPAQ MP2810 and MP1410 Microportable Projectors can be combined with an iPAQ Pocket PC to provide a lightweight mobile presentation solution.

When combining an iPAQ MP2810 projector with an iPAQ Pocket PC handheld, mobile users can now travel with a high-performance presentation solution that weighs just 1.36kg. iPAQ projectors can be used in a business environment as a presentation tool, but also as a home cinema device.

"This is a dream come true for business travellers or anyone demanding the most mobile, lightweight computing and presentation technology available," said Rory Green, iPAQ and Wireless Product Manager, Access Business Group at Compaq Computer.

"The combination of the iPAQ Microportable Projector and iPAQ Pocket PC to deliver a presentation solution is another example of how Compaq iPAQ products are driving innovation."

By using a Voyager VGA PC card (www.colorgraphic.net) in an iPAQ Pocket PC, combined with iPresentation software from Presenter, Inc, users can display any Pocket PC compatible program on an iPAQ MP2810 or MP1410 projector, in 800x600 resolution. To download the iPresentation Mobile Converter, visit http://special.presenter.com/compaqmcdownload.html.

This includes Microsoft Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, PowerPoint slides and Windows Media Player applications.

Designed for business travellers, including marketing and sales executives, training specialists, professional presenters and consultants, iPAQ Microportable Projectors can also be used as a presentation tool with Compaq`s Evo or Presario line of notebook computers.

The iPAQ MP2810 weighs just 1.36kg and is one of the world`s smallest projectors at 1 937 cubic centimetres. It goes beyond size to deliver stunning, multimedia presentations in even the most space-constrained environments.

Using the latest in Texas Instruments Digital Light Processing(tm) (DLP) and Pixelworks technologies, the iPAQ MP2810 autosynchs with any PC, features plug-and-play ease of use, offers an onscreen menu for easy adjustments and displays 1024x768 XGA resolution, at a brightness of 1100 ANSI lumens. As a multimedia device, the iPAQ MP2810 is compatible with VCR, DVD and HDTV equipment, it features a manual zoom lens, standard 8-watt Premier sound speaker system and multi-function remote control.

Priced at just R53 511, the iPAQ MP2810 is one of the smallest, lightest, and brightest executive projectors in the marketplace. More information on the iPAQ MP2810 is available at www.compaq.com.

The iPAQ MP1410 is suitable for mobile customers who demand portability and high resolution in a projector, at an economical price. Weighing 1.95kg, it features SVGA imaging (800x600 resolution), 800 ANSI lumens of brightness and Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology. It also features an optional Home Theatre Kit to turn the living room into a cinema.

Priced at R27 350, the iPAQ MP1410 is one of the most affordable ultralight projectors available today. Additional information on the iPAQ MP1410 is available at www.compaq.com.

The goal of the iPAQ family of products is to deliver simple, practical devices that complement and extend the functionality of our industry-leading PC products. Many iPAQ products and solutions fall into what Compaq has termed the "convergence" space, where usage spans both personal and professional.

Other Compaq iPAQ products include: iPAQ Pocket PCs and iPAQ Personal Audio Players.