LCD PROJECTOR UltraPortable

CP-X380W

2000 ANSI Lumens
Native XGA Resolution Contrast Ratio ( 400:1 ) 7 lbs. 2 RGB Inputs RGB Output Component / Composite / S-video Inputs HDTV Theater Ready FCC class B 34 dB ( Whisper Mode ) Manual Zoom / Manual Focus Digital Keystone Correction Wireless Remote Controller with Laser Pointer

16:9 mode

Forget-me-not Features:
Reverse image function for ceiling mount Color temperature and gamma correction Digital zoom and freeze function Kensington slot

Input Terminal

3 SERIES
CP-X380W Ultra-Portable LCD Projector
Model Performance Specifications
Liquid crystal panel structure Number of Pixels Resolution Lens Lamp power consumption Average lamp life Brightness Contrast ratio Speakers Power supply Power consumption Operating temperature Input signals Component video Noise level
0.9 polysilicon active-matrix TFT x 3 786,432 pixels ( H1024 x V768 ) 1024 x 768 color pixels Manual zoom 1:1.3 ( F1.74 - 2.08 ) 200W UHB 2, 000 hours 2, 000 ANSI lumens ( 1, 600 ANSI lumens in Whisper Mode ) 400 : 1 1W X 2 Stereo AC100-120V / AC220-240V 50 / 60HZ 310W 0 - 35 C ( 32 - 95 F ) VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA ( COMPRESSED ), MAC13, MAC16, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, SECAM PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60, 480i, 575i, 480p, 1080i, 720p 40 dB ( 34 dB in Whisper Mode )

Interface Connectors

RGB input Video input ANALOG RGB AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPOSITE COMPONENT AUDIO ANALOG RGB
15-Pin D-sub shrink x 2 Mini-jack x 2 Mini-jack x 1 RCA jack x 1 RCA jack x 3 RCA jack x 2 3.5 Stereo mini jack 15 Pin D-sub shrink x 1, RS-232C ( serial ) Remote control mouse
Audio output Control terminals USB

Chassis

Dimensions Weight
11.7 x 3.O x 8.98 ( W x H x D ) 7 lbs.

Supplied Accessories

Wireless remote control with Laser Pointer ( AA batteries ), PS / 2 mouse cable, Batteries, Power cord ( U.S., UK, Euro ), RCA Component cable, RGB cable, Multiple language operator / safety manual, Handle strip and Carry case a: Distance from the LCD projector to the screen Screen Size The projection distance shown in the table below are for Max. Min. (inches) full size

Diagonal (a) (a)

Hitachi America, Ltd. Computer Division 2000 Sierra Point Parkway, MS:760 Brisbane, CA 94005-1835 Tel (800) 225-1741 Fax (650) 244-7776
Web Site: http://www.hitachi.com/mmpp For information on other Hitachi products: 1-800-HITACHI (800-448-2244)
Hitachi Canada, Ltd. 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 Tel (905) 821-4545 (800) 906-4482 Fax (905) 814-0848
Web Site: http://www.hitachi.ca Specifications and product offerings are subject to change without notice 2002 Hitachi America, Ltd. All rights reserved. Printed in US CP-X380W DS.01.02

Lights, Camera, Action! Hitachi America, Ltd. Goes Hollywood
Hitachi LCD Projectors Play Role in Two Sci-Fi Blockbusters In todays movie business, the demand for cutting edge display technology continues to accelerate. As the number of futuristic films produced each year climbs, so does the desire of filmmakers to construct the most realistic picture of the future. Hitachi America, Ltd., has partnered with Todd Marks, a Computer/Video Playback Supervisor, to construct a visually captivating view of the future on two of Hollywoods most highly anticipated films of the Holiday 2002 season. The Hitachi CP-X985, CP-X275W, CP-X380W and CPX-370 will be featured in both Star Trek: Nemesis (Paramount Pictures) and Solaris (20th Century Fox), starring George Clooney. From pre-production and throughout the entire production process, the computer/video department is charged with managing all the set imagery. I do extensive research on the latest and most reliable gear, and need to be aware of where the future of screen and projection technology is going in order to build a realistic image, said Todd Marks. My department helped incorporate new technology from Hitachi America, Ltd. into the design of the ships consoles and gadgets, and helped implement some of the latest projection technology using Hitachis high-end micro projectors. On several occasions we were able to playback elements on the set that would have previously required an expensive post-production visual effect. During the Star Trek shoot, the Hitachi CP-X985, CP-X275W and CPX380W models were used to solve unique scene requirements. For example, the bridge of the alien Reman Ship featured several CP-X380s as part of the aliens control consoles. The compact size and bright image provided the power needed to create very unique alien consoles. The consoles were custom designed to mount the projectors in an upright position and the projected images were split into different directions for a very unique effect. The projection beam passed through a 50/50 mirror and the image was split so half the beam passed through onto the alien Reman's standing above the console, and half reflected onto a special piece of rear projection material mounted on the front of the console. The effects we created with Hitachis projectors looked terrific both in person and on film, said Marks. We have a great track record with Hitachi and continue to use their projectors to address the live computer and video playback challenges we face and to help us create the advanced visuals we need for sci-fi and futuristic films like Solaris and Star Trek. The Hitachi CP-X985s super-bright image and flexibility also helped solve some difficult situations with set design. The front consoles on the Reman bridge had long narrow curved pieces of rear projection material-not typical shapes for projection screens. The playback animation was built to help correct the odd projection angle, but it was the projectors extensive reverse keystone correction that made the effect work flawlessly. The final result resembled a futuristic super-thin curved video screen. Marks notes that many people standing next to the screens could not figure out where the image was coming from. Hitachis CP-275 provided Marks and his crew with a small powerful, yet quiet projector. In a scene where Captain Picard climbs into the alien fighter ship, the Scorpion, he fiddles with the controls, and the ship comes to life. The team needed a way to project some of the imagery from the ships screens onto Picards face. The CP-275 was small and powerful enough to fit between Picards feet in the footwell of the tiny ship, giving the crew the ability to easily get the final shot.
Michael Okudas department (at Paramount) provided the graphics and animation. Our job was to make them look the best we could, said Marks. "I believe that we helped push Star Treks playback quality to a new level. Over on the Warner Brothers stages, Marks used Hitachis CP-X985 to address the holographic images needed for Academy Award winning Director, Stephen Soderberghs upcoming 20th Century Fox feature, Solaris. About a week before production started, Stephen decided that he wanted futuristic holographic projection TVs playing back live on the set, instead of as a visual effect as had originally been planned, said Marks. We had to scramble and do some quick research and calculations, but we were able to pull it off with Hitachis CP-X985. The high quality lens and keystone correction allowed us to project onto the holograph screen material from a very low angle, keeping the projector hidden from view of the camera. The holographic TV technique was used in several of the films scenes and was very effective. Hitachis smaller CP-X370 model was used to create imagery for interior shots of a futuristic train and train station by projecting onto special rear projection acrylic materials. The CP-X370s whisper mode was especially helpful in addressing noise considerations on the set. We consider ourselves experts creating and playing back visually interesting imagery, said Marks. Its beneficial for actors and directors to interact with live computer and video imagery as opposed to post-production burn-ins. With todays projector technologies, we can create real-time playback on set, which is cheaper, quicker, and more efficient than doing it in post-production.