Epson Pro Series Now Includes World’s Lightest and Smallest 20,000-Lumen Projectors April 26, 2022

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – April 27, 2022 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide,¹ today announced it is now shipping the new EB-PU 2100 and 2200 Pro Series interchangeable lens projectors for live event and large venue installations. Offering 13,000, 16,000 and 20,000 lumen² options, the new lineup includes the world’s smallest and lightest 20,000 lumen projectors³ – EB-PU2220B and EB-PU2120W – which are 60% smaller and 50% lighter than their predecessors. Representing a new era in large venue and live event projection, the new compact, ultra-lightweight, 3LCD projectors join Epson’s existing Pro Series interchangeable lens line-up offering high-powered projection ranging from 6,000 to 30,000 lumens of equal color and white brightness.²

The new Pro Series models are packed with an advanced tool set and 3-chip 3LCD technology along with WUXGA resolution with 4K Enhancement Technology⁴ to deliver crystal-clear, lifelike images. Powered by a 20,000-hour virtually maintenance-free laser light source,⁵ the new line boasts convenient features ideal for live events, including liquid cooling for enhanced longevity and reliability, 3G-SDI input and output to accommodate daisy-chaining and long cable runs, along with a mechanical shutter to help protect the projectors during laser light shows. The projectors also feature a hermetically sealed optical engine for high dust resistance and a filter-less cabinet for low-maintenance operation.

“Epson is thrilled to offer this new series of high-performance projectors. The engineering team listened and incorporated feedback from Epson customers around the world, leaving no aspect of the new design untouched,” said Gavin Downey, group product manager, large venue projectors, Epson America, Inc. “We’ve already received incredible excitement around the new models, particularly the tremendous size and weight reduction of the 20,000-lumen models, which can translate into real-world savings on delivery, labor and warehouse storage costs while providing world class 3-chip image quality.”

Additionally, Epson’s new optional PixAlign^TM camera attaches to the projector and adds another layer of convenience with access to powerful installation tools such as projector stacking assist function,⁶ tiling assist⁶ for edge blends, color calibration,⁷ and screen matching.⁷ With the PixAlign camera,⁷ users also have access to the Simple Stacking function to quickly stack two projectors using just the remote controller. The new projectors also pair with Epson’s extensive lens family, including an ultra short-throw .35 lens with a unique zero offset design, for added flexibility during installation and when projecting in tight spaces. Offering substantial advantages for rental and staging markets, this new line of projectors simplifies setup and maintenance for an efficient and less intensive installation process.

The six new projectors also come equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality⁸ and the easy-to-use Epson Projector Configuration Tool (EPCT)⁹ Android™ and iOS^® mobile app, to streamline multi-projector installations. Users can also control and monitor multiple projectors in a single, large space with Epson Projector Professional Tool (EPPT)¹⁰ and easily manage installed inventory with Epson Projector Management.¹¹

Availability and Additional Details

The black EB-PU2213B (13,000 lumens), EB-PU2216B (16,000 lumens) and EB-PU2220B (20,000 lumens) and white EB-PU2113W (13,000 lumens), EB-PU2116W (16,000 lumens), and EB-PU2120W (20,000 lumens) are available now and can be purchased through authorized resellers. For additional information on Epson large venue solutions, visit www.epson.com/liveevents.

	EB-PU2113W	EB-PU2213B	EB-PU2116W	EB-PU2216B	EB-PU2120W	EB-PU2220B
Color & White Brightness2	13,000 lumens	13,000 lumens	16,000 lumens	16,000 lumens	20,000 lumens	20,000 lumens
Resolution	WUXGA	WUXGA	WUXGA	WUXGA	WUXGA	WUXGA
4K Enhancement4	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Optional Powered Lenses	9	9	9	9	9	9
Color	White	Black	White	Black	White	Black
SDI in/out	No	Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes
Mechanical Shutter	No	Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to co-creating sustainability and enriching communities by leveraging its efficient, compact, and precision technologies and digital technologies to connect people, things, and information. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson’s goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of around JPY 1 trillion. global.epson.com/

Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson’s regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/epsonamerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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1 Epson is the #1 projector brand worldwide and in the U.S. according to most recent quarterly data from PMA, a leading high-tech market research and publishing firm specializing in the display market.

2 Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118.

3 Comparison based on projectors rated at 20,000 lumens. Lumens, size and weight based on the manufacturers’ online specifications and industry-available data as of December, 2021.

4 4K Enhancement Technology shifts each pixel to surpass Full HD resolution on screen.

5 No required maintenance for the light source for up to 20,000 hours. Approximate time until brightness decreases 50% from first usage. Measured by acceleration test assuming use of 0.04 – 0.20 mg/m3 of particulate matter. Time varies depending on usage conditions and environment. Replacement of parts other than the light source may be required in a shorter period

6 Requires Epson external camera or built-in camera for each projector and the Epson Projector Professional Tool app.

7 Using separate camera for each projector.

8 NFC requires use of a device that includes NFC, and may require additional software.

9 Internet connection required for download. Data usage fee may apply.

10Mac® and PC only.

11Windows® only.

EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PixAlign is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2022 Epson America, Inc.

Small Business ᛫ Kelly Kearsley ᛫ Epson ᛫ June 13, 2018

When it comes to cybersecurity, you’ve likely locked down your internal networks, maintained a strict software updating program, warned employees about phishing scams and reviewed protocol for mobile devices. But unless you’ve secured your network printers, you may still be vulnerable to security breaches or attacks.

In an IoT era, unified technology and connected devices provide SMBs with a lot of opportunities. But they can also pose real threats to your SMB’s cybersecurity and printers are no exception. A 2016 IDC survey revealed that unsecured printers and multi-function devices caused 35% of all office security breaches. Those network security breaches cost companies an estimated $133,800 each year, the IDC reports.

Today’s printers are no longer simple paper pushing machines; they’re powerful computers in their own right. As such, they can provide hackers with access to the sensitive information that’s being transmitted and to your organization’s broader networks. Fortunately, there are steps your small business can take to secure your printer network. Here are nine tips to ensure your printers don’t provide an easy entry point for bad actors.

1. Create a printer security point person. You can probably point out who in your organization is in charge of deploying software patches or issuing key cards to new employees. But printers can easily fall into a no-man’s land of responsibility. Maybe each team runs their own network or someone set the printer up and then never thought about it again. Assign someone to be responsible for your printer network security. If that’s too much, then consider a managed printing service and designate a point person in your organization to work with them.

2. Make sure your printers are physically secure. Your printer may be printing sensitive information that could be problematic if it got into the wrong hands. Keep your printer in a secure place such as a locked closet if possible. Also situate the printer near an admin or someone who can monitor the printing activity and ensure that printouts are not left behind. In addition, some printers require users to enter a code on the machine before it will complete the job. Enable those features so that printing only happens when a person is right at the machine.

3. Stay up on the basics. Much like other software and devices, make sure you update your printers’ firmware on a regular basis. Doing so will reduce your vulnerabilities and ensure your printer network benefits from latest patches and security improvements. Set up new admin passwords instead of relying on the default password or worse, having no password at all. Also be sure to update any non-native printer software that may have been installed.

4. Disable any unused services. Your printers provide numerous functions and additional services. Turn off any services that you’re not using so they don’t serve as vectors for hackers. For instance, your printers may offer an FTP function, an old-school way of transferring files that you probably don’t need. When you do update your printers’ firmware, default services may be reactivated. Check afterwards and then disable them again if necessary.

5. Disconnect from the public internet. This is one of the most significant steps you can take toward protecting your printer network. There’s no reason for anyone outside your organization’s network to need your printer and preventing that access keeps hackers out of your business. Create a firewall rule that blocks inbound and outbound communication between the printer and the public internet. You can also configure your network traffic at the router to do the same.

6. Secure your Wi-Fi as well. This falls into the same vein as disconnecting from the public internet. Unsecured Wi-Fi provides another easy way for people outside your SMB to access your printers, your network and then your data. Securing your Wi-Fi, however, can be as simple as making some choices from a dropdown menu. Look for an option labelled WPA2, which allows you to protect your Wi-Fi network with passwords. It also encrypts local network traffic, adding another level of protection for information being handled by your printers.

7. Authenticate printer users. The best way to monitor and control who has access to your printers is with an Identity Access Management (IAM) program. These typically facilitate creating passwords for IT-related tasks. SMBs using Microsoft Office can then tap Microsoft Active Directory to help manage these passwords and regulate printer activity. For example, you can set up roles-based controls so that only people from certain teams can use certain printers. That way your HR employees can print their documents at the HR printer—and nowhere else.

8. Watch for suspicious activity. Even with all the above safeguards, you still want to monitor your printer network for unusual activity. Newer printers may offer auditing, tracking and logging features. These can provide data on usage, costs and the ability to trace when a breach may have happened and where it came from. If the printer itself doesn’t offer these capabilities, explore software add-ons that make print auditing and tracking possible.

9. Consider upgrading your printers. Many new printers are now coming with built-in security features to make it easier to secure your network and protect your SMB from a cyberattack. For instance, new printers may come with an Approved Senders feature, which allows you to denote whether someone can send something from their email to print, or provide a feature that automatically deletes old print jobs.

Connected devices, including printers, make your SMB more efficient and more competitive. Secure your printer network and you’ll ensure that these endpoints remain a business advantage—instead of becoming a business risk.

To learn more considerations and tactics for improving the security of your network, check out the Epson whitepaper on securing printers.