3D Adapter

This past week at CEDIA, Optoma unveiled the 3D-XL, a converter box that lets 720p 3D DLP projectors play 1080p 3D Blu-ray movies (active 3D glasses are required). The 3D-XL is expected to be available later this year and will sell for $399.

"The 3D-XL is an important product for the market right now," said Jon Grodem, senior director of product and marketing for Optoma. "It gives a large installed base a way to embrace 3D life without having to make a new, expensive investment."

According to Grodem, the 3D-XL converts the HDMI 1.4A signal found in 1080p 3D players and down converts it to an HDMI 1.3 signal that current 720p 3D DLP projectors – those that operate at 120 Hz. – can understand and display in 3D. Read more

Mitsubishi today announced a new 75-inch 3D TV, adding to the company's 60-, 65-, 73- and 82-inch LaserVue and 3D DLP Home Cinema TV models. The LaserVue L75-A91 has all the features of the 65-inch LaserVue model, but adds a Cinema Color mode and StreamTV internet media. It is eco-friendly as well, measuring over 50 percent better than Energy Star qualifications. The company also introduced a 3D Starter Pack with everything you need to watch 3D at home (except the TV, of course).

"3D at the cinema is large, immersive entertainment, and the optimal way to replicate that experience in the home is with Mitsubishi's mammoth LaserVue and 3D DLP Home Cinema TVs," said Frank DeMartin, vice president of marketing, Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America. "We have one of the largest 3D TVs at 82-inches, and now with the addition of our new 75-inch 3D-ready LaserVue TV with Cinema Color, Mitsubishi 3D TV owners can now feel fully immersed in their favorite 3D movies, 3D games and 3D broadcasts at home."Read more