InFocus IN12 Projector - Ultra Portable for Business

InFocus IN12 Projector - Ultra Portable for Business - Review

The InFocus Work Big IN12 at 3.9 lbs (1.77 kg) light with notebook style slimness of 1.7 in (4.32 cm) can be considered an ultra portable projector. The notebook reminiscent form factor will allow mobile business professionals to carry it in their briefcase. InFocus have worked a feat of miniaturization with their projection optics to achieve this result. Actual dimensions are H x L x W: 1.7 x 7.8 x 10.6 in (4.32 x 19.81 cm x 26.92 cm).

InFocus IN12 projector

An impressive form factor and weight have not eaten into the performance of the InFocus IN12. With a brightness of 2,000 ANSI lumens and a 1800:1 contrast ratio the projector will comfortably produce an acceptably bright image in even high ambient light conditions. The XGA resolution matches what the market expect for resolution for a business application projector.

The projector has a DLP projection engine powered by a 0.55” DMD from Texas Instruments. The color wheel is a 4 segment one rotating at 7200 RPM which should minimize the possibility of rainbow effects (separation of color components typically in fast moving video).

Set up Flexibility

InFocus have provided features to make setup easier such as; a wide-angle 1.4X zoom lens to make distance from the screen more flexible (between 1.25 ft (0.38 m) 25 ft (7.62 m) from the screen), motorized micro-adjustable focus, wireless infrared remote and digital vertical keystone correction (+/- 30°). In addition, the Infocus IN12 supports both front and rear projection.

One feature presenters may miss is a monitor output so that they can face the audience and still see what is being projected on the screen behind them. Otherwise, the InFocus has a reasonable range of connection options for a business projector. The specification below contains full details.

The projectors noise level at 38 dB is on the higher side of expectations however, this seems to be common with ultra-portables probably due to the small form factor.

No filter cleaning maintenance is required as the IN12 features a filter-free system.

The warranty on the projector is an industry standard 2 years and for the lamp, 6 months.

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InFocus Work Big IN12 Ultra Portable Business Projector Specifications

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Native Aspect Ratio:	4×3
Supported Aspect Ratio:	4:3, 16:9
Brightness:	(max ANSI lumens) Whisper: 1600 max ANSI lumens High Bright: 2000 max ANSI lumens max ANSI lumens
Contrast Ratio:	1800 : 1 Full On/Full Off
Display Technology:	DLP®: 0.55″ XGA DMD, 4 segment 7200 RPM
Data Compatibility:	640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024
Video Compatibility:	Full NTSC, PAL, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i
Color Wheel (DLP Only):	4-segment
Native Resolution:	XGA
Projector Placement:	Rear Projection, Front Projection
SMPTE Brightness:	Not Available
Lamp Wattage:	Whisper: Not Available High Bright: 200 Watts
Lamp Life: Whisper: Not Available High Bright: 2000 Hours
Minimum Image Size:	1.25 ft (0.38 m)
Maximum Image Size:	25 ft (7.62 m)
Standard Lens Zoom:	1.4 : 1
Standard Lens Throw Ratio:	1.7:1 - 2.4:1 (Distance/Width)
Standard Lens Image Offset Ratio:	100
Standard Lens Projection Distance:	2.8 - 28.5 ft (0.85 - 8.69 m)
Digital Keystone Correction (Vertical):	+/- 30°
Digital Keystone Correction (Horizontal):	Not Available
Lens Shift:	Not Available
Inputs and Outputs
DVI:	Not Available
M1:	Not Available
HDMI:	Not Available
BNC:	Not Available
Component (RCA):	Number of Inputs: 1 Requires VGA to Component adapter.
VESA (HD15):	Number of Inputs: 1
S-Video:	Not Available
Composite (RCA):	Number of Inputs: 1 Video only
Standard Definition TV:	Composite RCA
Enhanced Definition TV:	VGA
High Definition TV:	VGA
Computer:	VGA
HDCP Support:	No
Stereo RCA Jacks Inputs:	No
Stereo 3.5 mm Mini-jack Inputs:	No
12v trigger for motorized screens (3.5 mm mini-jack):	No
Projector Control:	Projector Keypad, Remote
Speakers:	Not Available
Monitor Output:	No
Audio Output:	Not Available
Compatibility
Data Compatibility:	640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024
H-Sync Range:	31 - 69kHz
V-Sync Range:	60 - 85Hz
Video Compatibility:	Full NTSC, PAL, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i
General
Audible Noise:	38 dB
Actual Dimensions:	Height: 1.7 in (4.32 cm) Length: 7.8 in (19.81 cm) Width: 10.6 in (26.92 cm)
Actual Weight:	3.9 lbs (1.77 kg)
Shipping Dimensions:	Height: 7 in (17.78 cm) Length: 11.2 in (28.45 cm) Width: 14.7 in (37.34 cm)
Shipping Weight:	8.8 lbs (3.99 kg)
Projector Warranty:	2 years
Lamp Warranty:	6 months
Accessories Warranty:	90 days
Operating temperature:	(at sea level) 32 - 104° F (0 - 40° C)
Maximum Altitude Supported:	9000 ft (2743.2 m)
Typical Power Consumption:	210 Watts
Maximum Power Consumption:	260 Watts
Power Supply:	100 - 240 Volts at 50 - 60 Hz
Menu Languages:	English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean
Approvals:	FCC A, IRAM, GOST, UL & cUL, NOM, MIC EK, C-Tick, Nemko/GS, CE, (W120)