InFocus announces two of their latest IN5500 series premium business projectors are now shipping – the IN5534 and IN5504. Common features of the two new projectors include Texas Instruments DLP technology, BrilliantColor technology, native WUXGA (1920  x 1200) resolution, up to 7000 lumens, automatic sensors for ceiling detection and keystone, and a new SplitScreen display option. Here’s the rundown of each of the new models.

IN5504:

• DLP: .67″ WUXGA DarkChip
• BrilliantColor enhancement
• Wired and wireless DisplayLink technology
• 16 x 10 aspect ratio
• 5000 Lumens high brightness and 4000 Lumens on Eco mode
• 2000:1 contrast ratio
• 2000 hour lamp life for high brightness and 2500 hours on eco mode
• Inputs include 2 HDMI, 1 BNC, 1 component, 2 – 15 pin VGA, 1 S-video, and 1 composite, USB
• Audio inputs include stereo RCA, 3.5 mm
• Measures 13 x 39 x 23.4 inches and weighs 44.1 lbs
• Available in Matte Black, Matte White, Glossy Black, or Wood Grain optional skins

IN5534:

• 16 x 9 aspect ratio
• High brightness of 7000 Lumens, and eco mode brightness of 5500 Lumens
• 2000:1 contrast ratio
• Wired and wireless DisplayLink technology
• DLP: .67″ WUXGA DarkChip display technology
• 2000 hour lamp life for high brightness and 2500 hour lamp life for eco mode
• Inputs include 2 HDMI, 1 BNC, 1 Component, 2 VGA, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite, and USB for DisplayLink
• Stereo speakers
• Measures 9.45 x 26.38 x 17 inches and weighs 44.1 lbs

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InFocus announced today that they are entering into a definitive merger agreement with Image Holdings Corporation (IHC) for a price of $0.95 per share or $39 million dollars in total. This represents a 36% premium over the April 9th closing price of $0.70 and a 90% premium over the last 30 day average for the company stock. IHC is an Oregon company controlled by John Hui – the co-founder of eMachines.

John Hui had this to say:

“I am very excited to become involved with InFocus and to assist in further positioning the company for its long term potential. I associate significant value with the InFocus brand and with the company’s extensive network of channel partners. I look forward to working with InFocus management and building on the company’s innovative history and product leadership to return the company to a dominant position in the industry.”

It’s a guessing game whether this sale will ultimately help InFocus’s position in the marketplace. It’s a tough market out there with plenty of competitors all vying for a shrinking pool of buyers.

BTW – anyone else shocked at how low InFocus was worth on paper?? Ouch.

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