Mitsubishi recently added a third projector to its business and education family of projectors. Like all projectors in the family, the XD435U-G utilizes Texas Instruments’ DLP (Digital Light Processing) microdisplay technology.

As required by their intended market covering high ambient light situations in meeting rooms and classrooms the new XD435U-G, along with its siblings the XD430U and SD430U, project at a healthy 2500 ANSI lumens brightness. The excellent brightness is ably supported by a 2000:1 contrast ratio for ensuring detail is captured. The contrast ratio is a higher result on/off measurement but, still very suitable.

At 6.4 lbs there are lighter projectors around but, the weight does put it within the portable class.

All presenters like a quick setup time with a minimum of fuss and Mitsubishi’s designers have delivered this with an integrated USB flash memory port which removes the need for PC connection and setup. Presenters can also change over quickly – simply plugging in their USB drive and accessing their images or video. Auto source detection also hastens the set up time.

A quick pack up is always appreciated by presenters with tight schedules and a projectors cool down time works against this. In the case of the Mitsubishi XS435U-G however, its quick power-down feature makes “finish and run” a possibility.

Other include features which suit portable projector applications are:

• Manual keystone correction adjustment for squaring up the displayed image,
• Password lockout for preventing unauthorized use,
• Dust and dirt resistance without a filter removes the possibility of clogged filters and associated maintenance,
• A Low Lamp Mode extends lamp life and provides quieter operation,
• Monitor loop-through providing simultaneous monitor output capability allows a presenter to remain facing the audience,
• Quoted 3000 hour lamp life (low mode).

With its weight and dimensions the XS435U-G is ideal for a cart-mounted installation. With this more permanent type of installation in mind, the projector is equipped with a security hook for easy tethering to circumvent thefts in risk exposed environments.

Although it has a USB port, the projector has two PC inputs.

All three projectors in the family have a three-year limited warranty on parts and labor with a 90-day limited warranty on the lamp. They are also covered by Mitsubishi’s Express Replacement Assistance (ERA) Program, a nationwide comprehensive service that offers next-business-day replacement for down units under warranty.

Resources

Projection Screen Selection Guide

Tips for Extending Projector Lamp Life

Guide to Replacement Projector Lamps and Bulbs

User Reviews and Price Comparisons

XD435U-G XGA Projector (2500 Ansi) 6.5# USB Flash Reader

VLT-XD430LP Replacement Lamp for SD430U, XD40U and XD435U-G Projectors

Projector-Gear Projector Ceiling Mount fits Mitsubishi XD435U Projectors

Further Reading

Mitsubishi also have the recently reviewed PK-20 PocketProjector which weighs only one pound. Its weight is delivered by utilization of the latest Phillips Lumileds LUXEON LED illumination.