Product comparison · 2 data projectors

Acer PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768) vs Viewsonic PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black

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  • 15specifications compared
  • 11differ
  • 4identical
  • 65known for one product only

Key differences

  • Projector brightness
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):2400 ANSI lumens
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:2500 ANSI lumens
  • Projection technology
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):DLP
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:LCD
  • Contrast ratio (typical)
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):2000:1
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:500:1
  • Projection distance
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):1.2 - 12.16 m
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:0.9 - 10.8 m
  • Horizontal scan range
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):31.5 - 100 kHz
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:31.5 - 105 kHz
  • Vertical scan range
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):56 - 85 Hz
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:56 - 120 Hz
  • Lamp power
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):230 W
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:200 W
  • Noise level
    • PD523PD 2400 ANSI lumens DLP XGA (1024x768):32 dB
    • PJ658 data projector Standard throw projector 2500 ANSI lumens LCD XGA (1024x768) Black:39 dB

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Comparison of PD523PD, PJ658
80 specifications
Projector6 differ
Projector brightnessDiffers2400 ANSI lumens2500 ANSI lumens
Projection technologyDiffersDLPLCD
Contrast ratio (typical)Differs2000:1500:1
Native aspect ratioKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4:3
Supported aspect ratiosKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4:3, 16:9
Screen size compatibilityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source762 - 7620 mm (30 - 300")
Projection distanceDiffers1.2 - 12.16 m0.9 - 10.8 m
Horizontal scan rangeDiffers31.5 - 100 kHz31.5 - 105 kHz
Vertical scan rangeDiffers56 - 85 Hz56 - 120 Hz
Matrix sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.52 cm (0.6")
Matrix typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3-panel (p-Si TFT active)
Number of coloursKnown for one16.78 million coloursUnknown — not stated by the source
UniformityKnown for one90%Unknown — not stated by the source
Light source1 differ
Lamp powerDiffers230 W200 W
Lamp typeKnown for oneP-VIPUnknown — not stated by the source
Lens systemidentical
FocusKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceManual
Zoom capabilityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Zoom typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceManual
Zoom ratioKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.2:1
Videoidentical
Analog signal format systemKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM
Full HDKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
HD-ReadyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
3DKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Supported video modesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1080i, 480i, 480p, 576i, 720p
Ports & interfacesidentical
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3
HDMI ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Composite video inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
DVI portKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
S-Video inputs quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Audio (L/R) inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Serial interface typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceRS-232
PC Audio inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
PC Audio outKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
PC in (D-Sub)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
USB connector typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceUSB Type-B
Networkidentical
Ethernet LANKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Wi-FiKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Storageidentical
Card reader integratedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Features1 differ
Noise levelDiffers32 dB39 dB
Noise level (economic mode)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source34 dB
HDCPKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
On Screen Display (OSD)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Password protectionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceUL 60950, C-UL, FCC-B, TUV/GS, CB, CE, C-TICK, NOM
Multimediaidentical
Built-in speaker(s)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
RMS rated powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1 W
Design1 differ
Product typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceStandard throw projector
Market positioningDiffersPresentationPortable
Product colourKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBlack
PlacementKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceDesktop
Cable lock slotKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Displayidentical
Built-in displayKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Power1 differ
Power sourceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAC
Power consumption (typical)Differs315 W310 W
AC input voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 - 240 V
AC input frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source50 - 60 Hz
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 - 85%
Operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0 - 1829 m
Weight & dimensions1 differ
WeightDiffers2.4 kg3 kg
WidthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source306 mm
DepthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source249 mm
HeightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 mm
Package weightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source7.5 kg
Packaging contentidentical
Remote control includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cables includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceRCA, VGA
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Other featuresidentical
RS-232 portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Aspect ratioKnown for one4:3, 16:9Unknown — not stated by the source
Dimensions (WxDxH)Known for one283 x 256 x 104 mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Lens systemKnown for one"F / 2.5 - 2.8, f = 22.29mm - 26.72mmUnknown — not stated by the source
Digital keystone correctionKnown for one+/-16°Unknown — not stated by the source
I/O portsKnown for one1 x HDB 15-pin D-sub (VGA/component/HDTV) 1 x 3.5 mm audio mini 1 x RS232 1 x 29-pin DVI-I (Digital, HDCP) 1 x Composite video RCA 1 x S-video mini DIN 1 x 15-pin D-sub 1 x USBUnknown — not stated by the source

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