September 2023 – Optoma, the No.1 4K UHD and DLP® brand worldwide and in EMEA in projection technology,¹ today launched the Optoma ML1080 and the ML1080ST, first-of-their-kind portable, premium RGB triple laser projectors with a wide BT2020 colour gamut normally only available in larger, more costly home cinema projectors. The ML1080 was awarded multiple awards including the InfoComm 2023 Best of Show Award by ProjectorCentral
These portable and compact projectors deliver sharp colour, incredible brightness and flexible set-up features for various immersive installations and on-the-go professional environments.
Built with RGB triple laser light source technology and Full HD 1080p native resolution, the ML1080 and ML1080ST feature 1200 lumens of brightness and produce accurate, cinema-grade colours to deliver an unrivalled image performance compared with similarly sized projectors. Available in an impressive 0.78:1 short throw ratio, the ML1080ST delivers an up to 100-inch image from just over 1.5 metres away from display surfaces, perfect for smaller meeting spaces and entertainment set ups.
Weighing just 1kg for ultra-portability, both projectors provide easy setup virtually anywhere, from conference rooms to immersive art exhibits. The Optoma ML1080 and ML1080ST are equipped with innovative Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology to deliver an unrivalled level of convenience with automatic geometric and focus correction to create a perfectly projected image within an instant. Plus, with four-corner correction for instant place-and-play, these projectors are the perfect solution for challenging installation environments or traveling professionals who require convenient set-up on-the-go. Home entertainment enthusiasts can take advantage of the convenient USB-C power input port, enabling them to use PD 3.0 portable charging batteries,² to enjoy video content on-the-go for backyard movies, camping, vacation, and more.
| Bearing the Optoma Green Promise commitment to design innovative products with sustainability in mind, the ML1080 and ML1080ST possess the lowest carbon footprint of any product within the Optoma portfolio and utilise 58% less electricity as compared to Optoma’s lamp-based projectors.³ A beautifully crafted sleek and modern design utilises 50% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) material to ensure environmental sustainability.
| Recognised by three prestigious international design award programs, including the iF Design, Red Dot Design and Green Good Design awards,⁴ these projectors were designed with hidden assembly screws within the exhaust vent holes for seamless curved edges and feature a translucent top cover, made from nanoimprint lithography for improved durability and a lower environmental impact.
| With built-in smart functions, wirelessly sharing content is easy with Optoma’s Creative Cast feature, allowing for simultaneous image, document, and screen sharing from up to four devices on one network. The projectors’ signage mode enables instant slideshow functionality for images and videos. The ML1080 and ML1080ST also come with an adaptor for RS-232 control for all the benefits of remote-control capabilities, unlike similar compact models on the market.
“Compact projectors often excel in portability but under deliver on the accurate colour and high brightness needed for professional environments and entertainment installations,” said Billy Harrison, Product Manager, Optoma. “With the addition Optoma’s ML1080 and ML1080ST, we’ve introduced two options that shine when it comes to stunning colours and impressive brightness normally only found in their more costly and larger home cinema projector counterparts.”
Optoma ML1080 and ML1080ST Key Features:
• Resolution: 1080p Full HD (1920x1080)
• Brightness: 1200 lumens
• Contrast ratio: 3,000,000:1
• Throw ratio: 1.2:1 (ML1080) / 0.78:1 (ML1080ST)
• Light source: RGB Triple Laser light source with up to 30,000 hours of operation
• Image size: Up to 100”
• Easy setup with 4 corner correction and Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology
• I/Os: Inputs 1 x USB-C power, 1 x USB-A power 1.5A / Outputs:1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x USB-C, 1 x Audio 3.5mm
• Control: 1 x USB-A power 0.5A, 1 x RS-232 via Mini USB connector – adaptor provided
For more information, please visit:
ML1080: www.optoma.co.uk/product-details/ml1080
ML1080ST: www.optoma.co.uk/product-details/ml1080st
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¹No.1 4K UHD Brand Worldwide
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census, Y2022.
No.1 4K UHD Brand in EMEA
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census 2022.
No.1 DLP Brand Worldwide
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census Y2022, for projectors +1000 lumens.
No.1 DLP Brand in EMEA
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census 2022.
²Compatible external battery required for outdoor use and sold separately. Weatherproof case recommended for outdoor use and sold separately.
³Based on the comparison with Optoma lamp-based projectors at the same brightness and DCI-P3 colour gamut levels.
⁴The Optoma ML1080 was awarded ProjectorCentral Best of Show InfoComm 2023 and the iF Design, Red Dot Design and Green Good Design awards in 2023.
About Optoma
Optoma delivers engaging visual experiences for a connected world.
With customer needs and the user experience at the centre of everything we do, Optoma’s projection, LED, interactive flat panel and professional display products combine superior image processing technologies with exceptional engineering and innovation to deliver stunning crystal-clear images with ultimate reliability. Designed for professional AV and home entertainment, our award-winning projectors use DLP® technology, pioneered by Texas Instruments.
| The Optoma Group has continental headquarters in Europe, the USA and Asia Pacific. Optoma Europe, based in London, covers Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Local services are delivered from multiple offices across this region. www.optoma.co.uk
About Optoma
Optoma is a world leading designer and manufacturer of projection and sound products for business, education, professional audio/video and home entertainment.
Optoma’s projection products combine superior image processing technologies with exceptional engineering and innovation to deliver stunning crystal clear images with ultimate reliability.
Optoma projectors use DLP® technology, pioneered by Texas Instruments. This uses millions of mirrors to produce high quality imagery which does not suffer colour degradation over time, as sometimes experienced in other projector technologies.
The Optoma NuForce sound range is designed for people that care about audio. They are built from premium quality components to deliver sleek design and exceptional sound.
The Optoma Group has continental headquarters in Europe, the USA and Asia; whilst Optoma Europe, based in London, covers Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Local services are delivered from regional offices in France, Germany, Norway, Spain and the Netherlands and sales representatives in the Czech Republic, Dubai, Italy, Poland, Russia, Romania and Saudi Arabia. www.optoma.com
