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CES 2020 | Acer unveils its compact, "Studio Sound"-enabled B250i LED projector

The new Acer B250i LED projector. (Source: Acer)
The new Acer B250i LED projector. (Source: Acer)
The B250i is Acer's latest projector. It uses LEDs to throw a FHD image at a brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens. The OEM has also outfitted it with 5W speakers, passive radiators and in-house TrueHarmony and Waves Maxx Audio technology.

The Acer B250i is a new LED projector being showcased at the 2020 CES. Its maker asserts that, with its 5-watt chamber speakers and passive radiators, it is capable of "Studio Sound" as a standalone media system. This aspect of the projector may be further enhanced with Acer's TrueHarmony and Waves Maxx Audio for "crisp and clear" bass.

Weighing in at just 1.45kg and measuring 205x204x78mm, the B250i may be ideal to throw in a bag and take anywhere. Acer claims that, with its FHD quality, 5,000:1 contrast ratio, and 120% of the Rec. 709 color space, it is suitable for both enterprise- and entertainment-related use cases. This picture is generated via LED, which is paired with rapid auto-focus on the target surface in the B250i.

The new, compact projector can operate using Wi-Fi for screen mirroring with iOS or Android devices, or over wired connections. The user would have a choice of USB type A, USB type C and HDMI when selecting this option. The Acer B250i will start to become available from April 2020, and will cost US$699 in the North American region.

The Acer B250i LED projector. (Source: Acer)
The Acer B250i LED projector. (Source: Acer)
 

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Acer Press Release

News Release

EMBARGOED UNTIL JAN. 5 AT 2PM PST

Acer Announces B250i Portable LED
Projector with Studio Sound

Editor’s Summary

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The Acer B250i is a Full HD portable LED projector with superb A/V quality and a compact
design, enabling it to be conveniently taken on the go
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Its two 5-watt speakers come with passive radiators, Waves Maxx® Audio and Acer
TrueHarmony technology, allowing for superb audio quality despite its portable size
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It supports auto-focus and offers 1,000 ANSI lumens brightness, ensuring a balanced and
well-saturated projection
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100% plug-and-playable with an abundance of wireless and wired connectivity options
LAS VEGAS (January 5, 2020) Acer announced its new B250i portable LED projector with studio
sound, designed to be an all-in-one source of take-and-go entertainment. This compact device
features wireless Full HD 1080p projection, auto-focus and excellent audio fidelity in a portable
chassis that easily slips in a bag. It is ideal for customers looking for an easy-to-setup
entertainment device that provides excellent visual and audio quality without sacrificing
portability.

Portable Entertainment Hub with Excellent Audio Fidelity

Measuring in at only 205 mm x 204 mm x 78 mm and weighing just 1450 g1, the Acer B250i was
designed to be a portable entertainment hub that could be slipped into a backpack or tote bag,
set up quickly and used anywhere. The compact projector has a pair of 5W chamber speakers
with passive radiators featuring Waves Maxx® Audio and Acer TrueHarmony technology, giving it
impressive sound that produces crisp and clear bass notes. Whether preparing for a night of
karaoke with friends, a presentation in the classroom or a business meeting, the B250i’s
performance is sure to impress even the most demanding of users.


High-Quality Full HD Resolution with Brilliant LED and Auto-Focus

The Acer B250i supports a beautiful Full HD 1080p projection that swiftly auto-focuses to the
surface being projected upon at the press of a button. It features up to 1,000 ANSI lumens
brightness, a 5,000:1 contrast ratio, and supports a wide color gamut of 120% of the Rec. 709
color space. The B250i’s LED module offers up to a 30,000-hour lifespan and does away with the
need to replace burnt-out mercury-based lamps, saving costs and the environment.

Connect and Project, Wired or Wireless Projection

The B250i offers an abundance of ways to connect, both wired and wireless. Wireless screen
mirroring is available over Wi-Fi for both Android and iOS users in addition to a standard HDMI
port for connecting to and displaying content from a desktop or laptop computer. USB Type-C
(display and charging) and Type-A ports are also available, supporting video-out for both
smartphones and PCs. The B250i is ready-to-use out of the box with no additional software
needed for screen mirroring or direct multimedia playback.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer B250i projector will be available North America in April, starting at USD 699; in EMEA
in April starting at EUR 699; and in China in March, starting at RMB 5,699.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To find out about availability,
product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or
retailer via www.acer.com.

About Acer

Founded in 1976, today Acer is one of the world’s top ICT companies and has a presence in over 160 countries. As
Acer looks into the future, it is focused on enabling a world where hardware, software and services will infuse with
one another to open up new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike. From service-oriented technologies to
the Internet of Things to gaming and virtual reality, Acer’s 7,000+ employees are dedicated to the research, design,
marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that break barriers between people and technology. Please
visit www.acer.com for more information.

Media Contacts

PanAm -Lisa Emard Tel: +1-949-471-7705 Email: [email protected]
EMEA - Manuel Linnig Tel: +41-91-2610-522 Email: [email protected]
Asia – Amanda Wang Tel: +886-2-86913089 Email: [email protected]
Corporate – Steven Chung Tel: +886-2-86913202 Email: [email protected]

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1 Does not include power adapter



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Deirdre O Donnell, 2020-01- 6 (Update: 2020-01- 6)