SHARP NP-PX1004UL-B-18 Laser DLP Projector Instructions

SHARP NP-PX1004UL-B-18 Laser DLP Projector

Specifications

• Light source: Lamp or Laser
• Brightness: 4,000 to 4,500 lumens
• Warranty: Three years or longer
• Estimated life: Varies based on the type of projector

Product Usage Instructions

Usage Model Considerations
Determine the number of hours per year the projector will be used based on your school’s schedule.

Technology Refresh Cycle
Consider the estimated life of the projector, warranty length, and technology advances to determine the refresh cycle.

Light Source Life
Choose between lamp and laser projectors based on estimated life and cost considerations.

Brightness
Select a projector with 4,000 to 4,500 lumens for optimal brightness in K-12 classrooms.

Warranty
Look for projectors with warranties of three years or longer to avoid unexpected repair costs.

Networking
Consider networking capabilities for remote management, control, scheduling, and reporting for large deployments.

Making Your Decision

• Estimate the refresh cycle and choose projectors with lifetimes that match.
• Select models based on the light source, brightness, networking, and warranty.
• Stay informed about technology advances to plan for timely replacements.

For more information on projectors and display technologies, visit www.sharpnecdisplays.us.

INSTRUCTION

Don’t overlook your usage model and tech refresh cycle

• Projectors are popular in classrooms because they’re an effective, budget-friendly display technology. They enable primary and secondary schools to present multimedia content that engages students and promotes visual learning.
• When assessing which projectors will best fit your school’s needs, K-12 technology leaders have many factors to assess.
• Let’s take a closer look at two primary considerations that can go unnoticed.

What is your usage model?

How much a projector is used depends on how many hours per year it is turned on. Typical usage considerations are:

1,000 hours per year
Average annual state-mandated instructional hours for K-12 schools 1

1,520 hours per year
Yearly usage if operated 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 38 weeks per year

What is your technology refresh cycle?
The technology refresh timeframe for a classroom projector is driven primarily by:

• the model’s estimated life
• the length of its warranty
• technology advances

4-6 years
Common K-12 technology refresh cycles for projectors

9,120 total hours used
Number of hours logged on K-12 projectors at the end of Year 6, even in extreme use case scenarios (8 hours/day, 5 days/week, 38 weeks/year)

Projector considerations

Light source life lamp vs. laser

• Laser projectors have an estimated life of 20,000 hours. They have no filter or bulb to replace, but they can be up to 50% more expensive than equivalent lamp-based classroom projectors under 4500 lumens.
• Some lamp projectors have an estimated life of 10,000 hours or more. With models that offer Eco mode, this lifespan can be lengthened up to 20,000 hours.

Brightness
For most K-12 classrooms, a projector with 4,000 to 4,500 lumens is sufficient. This level of brightness ensures crisp, vivid images while keeping costs lower.

Warranty

Warranty lengths vary among manufacturers. To avoid unexpected repair costs, look for a three-year warranty or longer.

Networking
For large deployments placing a projector on the network can allow remote management, control, scheduling, and reporting capability for administrators.

Making your decision

• Determine your refresh cycle by estimating how long the projectors are likely to be used in your schools before being replaced.
• Find projector models that have an estimated lifetime as least as long as your estimated refresh cycle.
• Find models that fit your needs in terms of light source, brightness, networking, and warranty — as well as other features.

INFO: Keep in mind that technology advances move quickly, so you may end up replacing a projector before it reaches the end of its expected lifetime.
For more information on projectors and other display technologies for your school, visit us at: www.sharpnecdisplays.us

FAQ

• Q: How do I determine the right brightness level for my classroom?
  • A: For most K-12 classrooms, a projector with 4,000 to 4,500 lumens is recommended for crisp and vivid images without overspending on brightness.
• Q: What is the recommended warranty length for classroom projectors?
  • A: Look for projectors with warranties of three years or longer to avoid unexpected repair costs and ensure long-term support.
• Q: How can networking capabilities benefit projector usage in schools?
  • A: Networking allows for remote management, control, scheduling, and reporting, which can be especially useful for large deployments in educational settings.

References

• Table 5.14. Number of instructional days and hours in the school year, by state: 2018
• LCD Displays, Projectors, Desktop Monitors, Digital Signage

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