InFocus IN1014 vs NEC ME331X
 MSRP $629 |  MSRP $1,079 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| White light output | — | 3,300 lm ISO (Max power, Bright mode) · 3,300 lm ANSI |
| Throw ratio | 1.48–1.78:1 | 1.3–2.2:1 |
| Fan noise | Normal 32 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A) | Normal 36 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $629 | MSRP $1,079 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 3.0–3.6 m | 2.6–4.5 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | — | 3,300 lmDerived |
| White light output | — | 3,300 lm ISO (Max power, Bright mode) · 3,300 lm ANSI |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 3,400 lm | — |
| Brightness uniformity | 85% | — |
| Brightness by mode | — | Max 3,300 lm · Normal 2,475 lm · Eco 1,980 lm |
| Eco brightness | — | 60%Derived |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.63 in | 0.63 in |
| On-screen resolution | 1024 × 768Derived | 1024 × 768Derived |
| Native resolution | 1024 × 768 | 1024 × 768 |
| Native aspect | 4:3Derived | 4:3Derived |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 12,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast method | — | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | — | 10 bit |
| Calibration | ||
| Picture mode memories | — | 7 |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 225 W | 235 W |
| Replacement lamp | SP-LAMP-106 | NP43LP |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h max | 4,000 h max · 5,000 h normal · 9,000 h eco |
| Warm-up time | — | 6 s |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.48–1.78:1 | 1.3–2.2:1 |
| Image size | — | 30–300 in |
| Projection offset | 14% | 116%Derived |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2×Derived | 1.69×Derived |
| Focal length | 19.11–22.94 mm | 17.5–29 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.1–2.25 | 1.7–2.1 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Autofocus | — | No |
| Vertical lens shift | — | None |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | None |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | 30° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | 30° |
| Auto keystone | — | Yes |
| Corner correction | — | 4-corner |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | HDMI 1.4 | 2 × HDMI |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 1Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 1.4Derived | — |
| Other video inputs | VGA, + Composite | VGA |
| Max input resolution | 4K UHD | WUXGA |
| Audio inputs | — | 3.5 mm, RCA |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| PJLink | — | Class 1 |
| Control-system drivers | — | Crestron |
| Horizontal scan | 15–100 kHz | 15–100 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 48–85 Hz | 50–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | — | 20 W |
| Speakers | — | 1 |
| Layout | — | Mono |
| Audio outputs | — | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | — | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 345 × 261 × 99 mm | 339 × 259 × 109 mm |
| Weight | 3,100 g | 2,900 g |
| Orientations | — | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Ceiling mount | M4, 10 mm deep | — |
| Dust filter | — | Replaceable |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude | 3,000 m | 2,600 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Max 300 W · Eco 150 W | Max 309 W · Normal 230 W · Eco 193 W |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | 0.45 W |
| Networked standby | — | 2.3 W |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 32 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A) | Normal 36 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Marks | + CE, + UKCA, FCC, + CCC | FCC, + UL |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr (light source 6 mo or 1,000 h) · 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11680.pdf | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/me361w/ME361W_manual_ENG_v3.pdf |
| Spare parts | Lamp SP-LAMP-106 | — |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | + Power cord, Remote, Quick start guide, VGA cable | Remote, Quick start guide, + User manual, VGA cable |
| Remote | IR | IR |