Product Description
The ViewSonic® Pro8500 is an advanced high brightness DLP® installation projector which includes BrilliantColor™ technology to produce more vibrant colors. The Pro8500 delivers 5000 lumens, 4900:1 contrast ratio with a 1024x768 XGA native resolution, allowing it to shine in virtually any lighting situation. The Pro8500 provides maximum mounting flexibility with a wide 1.5X optical zoom adjustment and a multitude of connectivity options including Network Display, USB, and WiFi. The filter-less design and long lamp life provide for easy maintenance and low total cost of ownership.
How to enable Wi-Fi
Install the WPD-100 Wi-Fi Dongle - Learn More
Features
Bright in virtually any setting with 5,000 lumens
Ultra-bright 5,000 lumen output makes this the perfect choice for large boardrooms, conference halls and auditoriums.
BrilliantColor™ technology
Latest BrilliantColor™ technology delivers stunning all-digital clarity with life-like color, sharp graphics and outstanding video. The sophisticated 5-segment color (RGBWY) wheel provides greater color accuracy than standard DLP projectors with a 4-segment color wheel
Closed captioning
Integrated closed captioning decoder for the hearing impaired.
Give Greener presentations and save
Use the Eco-mode to achieve lower power consumption, reduce overall noise and extend lamp life. Filter less design saves costs and maintenance.
Network control through RJ-45
Schedule, manage and monitor the projector remotely and receive e-mail alerts of projector lamp status
Network Display
With its advanced management software, you can project up to 4 PCs at the same time with the ability to broadcast up to 8 projectors.
PC-Less Slide Show Presentation
Project your pictures or images directly from a USB flash drive without a PC.
Stay connected
Supports multiple video timing formats from SD (NTSC, PAL, SECAM) to HD 720p, 1080i/p
USB Display
Project your presentations through any USB connection without the hassle of running a bulky VGA cable.
Wireless Capability
Allow the projector to be WiFi enabled with an optional USB wireless adapter (WPD-100)
Projector Comparison Chart
| Model | Pro8200 | Pro8300 | Pro8400 | Pro8450w | Pro8500 | Pro8520HD | Pro8600 | Pro9000 |
Resolution | 1080p 1920x1080 | 1080p 1920x1080 | 1080p 1920x1080 | WXGA 1280x800 | XGA 1024x768 | 1080p 1920x1080 | XGA 1024x768 | 1080p 1920x1080 |
Brightness (Lumens) | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 | 4500 | 5000 | 5000 | 6000 | 1600
Laser LED
Hybrid |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:10 | 4:3 | 16:9 | 4:3 | 16:9 |
VGA In/Out | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 |
HDMI | ✔ (x2) | ✔ (x2) | ✔ (x2) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (x2) | ✔ | ✔(x2) |
LAN Control | | | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
Wired LAN and Wireless Display * | | | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
USB Display | | | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
PC-less JPG Slideshows | | | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
*Optional wireless adapter - WPD-100, is required for wireless display.
