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Luminus Devices’ Big-Chip LEDs Power New Aiptek PocketCinema V50 Projector

Date Announced: 07 Jan 2011

Hand-held projector uses high-power red, green and blue LEDs made by the MIT spin-off Luminus Devices.

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Luminus Devices, Inc., developer and manufacturer of high light output, “big-chip” LEDs, today announced that it is powering Aiptek’s new PocketCinema V50 Projector, one of the world’s smallest projectors enabling instant projection anywhere for business presentations, photo sharing with family and friends and gaming.

The PocketCinema V50 Projector combines DLP Optical Technology with Luminus’ SBT-16 LED pico-projection chipset for sharp and rich image quality. The SBT-16 chipset is designed specifically for hand-held projectors that use micro-displays ranging from “0.2 to 0.45” with individual red, green and blue LEDs.

The V50’s 848 x 480 (WVGA) resolution enables image projection up to 85 inches from iPods, digital cameras, camcorders, mobile phones, PCs or notebooks and gaming consoles. The built-in reader is compatible with an extensive list of business and multimedia file formats, including 720p high-definition video, allowing immediate projection of presentations or movies without having to convert files. In addition, the V50 offers a battery life of up to 2 hours.

“The new V50 PocketCinema Projector featuring big-chip Luminus LEDs is the industry’s perfect solution for instant imaging and projection for business and consumer environments,” said Julie Lin, senior manager, marketing and sales, Aiptek. “The improved image resolution and built-in functionality to make the projector compatible with wireless devices improves the viewing experience because they are easy-to-use by consumers and affordable.”

“The V50 is one the world’s most versatile pocket projection systems, making it ideal for business presentations and on-the-go gaming and picture and video sharing,” said Stephane Bellosguardo, director of product marketing, display business group, Luminus Devices. “Luminus’ SBT-16 LEDs are ideally suited for palm-size projectors such as Aiptek’s V50, providing a high brightness level as well as high efficiency to maximize battery life.”

Source: Luminus Devices

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Luminus Devices, Inc.
1100 Technology Park Drive - Unit 2
Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
USA
Phone: +1 (978) 528-8000
Fax: +1 (978) 528-8001

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Web Site: www.luminus.com

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