EPSON ASSERTS LEADERSHIP IN 3D AND INTERACTIVE PROJECTOR PERFORMANCE WITH NEW MODELS FOR BUSINESS & EDUCATION SEGMENTS.

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1 NEWS RELEASE / IMMEDIATE EPSON ASSERTS LEADERSHIP IN 3D AND INTERACTIVE PROJECTOR PERFORMANCE WITH NEW MODELS FOR BUSINESS & EDUCATION SEGMENTS. Bangalore, 22 nd January 2013 Epson, the world(1)and India s(2)no. 1 projector makerannounced the launch of 5 new projectors targeted at the education and business segments. New short throw, interactive and 3D projectors were introduced, each with its own set of market-leading capabilities and features thatare engineered to fulfill the needs of a diverse range of both educational and business users.epson says there has been demand for a 3D projector from both business as well as education segments and has extended its fantastic and well received 3D technology to suit these environments. In addition with increasing adoption of short throw and interactive projectors for use in board rooms Epson has introduced affordable solutions which it says are ideal for business meetings and collaborative planning. The Projectors launched are: The EB-W16 and EB-W16SK: Epson s first 3Dprojectors for educational and business users The EB-W16 is an active 3D model, and the EB-W16SK is a passive 3D model composed of two stacked projectors. The new EB-400 series: An upgrade of Epson s EP-400 short throwprojector series to include integrated interactive functionality. The EB-1400wi/1410wi: Epson s first ultra-short throw, integrated interactive projector for business users. We are the world s and India s largest projector brand, because we constantly improve and introduce new and useful technologies that give our projectors an edge over their competitors, says Mr. Samba Moorthy, Director, Sales& Marketing at Epson India. As you can see, the 3D and interactive projector models launched today set very high new standards in performance, innovation and functionality for a wide range of customers.

2 NEWS RELEASE / IMMEDIATE All the new Epson projectors launched are designed for user convenience and are compliant with industry standards: The 3D models are able to support all 3D formats without the need for additional hardware, unlike 3D Ready projectors that require a separate format converter to play content in 3D formats used by Blu-Ray players or 3D TV broadcasts. In addition, Epson s new active 3D models use radio frequency based 3D glasses that comply with the new Full HD 3D Glasses industry standard. ( Product Details: 3D Education / Business Projectors Epson EB-W16 Epson EB-W16SK The Epson EB-W16 and EB-W16SK are the company s first 3D projectors meant for education or business users, and offer them a choice of either active or passive 3D technologies,along with their related advantages. The EB-W16 is an active 3D model that offers an easier setup and lower hardware requirements to deliver a 3D experience, whereas the EB-W16SK is apassive 3D setup using two stacked projectors that offers brighter 3D images, and uses affordable, non-powered, polarised 3D glasses that do not need batteries. The EB-W16 is better suited for users that need to set up a 3D projection system on a tighter budget for smaller audiences and darker rooms. The EB-W16SK is more ideal for larger venues as it presents brighter 3D images; and because of its more affordable 3D glasses, it is better for large audiences.

3 NEWS RELEASE / IMMEDIATE Interactive Projectors New Epson EB-400 series EB-1400wi/1410wi The new Epson EP-400 series and EB-1400wi/1410wi are new models that extend Epson s market leading range of projectors with integrated interactive technology. The new EB-400 series short throw projectors are an upgrade of the existing EB-400 short throw projector series to integrated interactive capabilities. This projector offers users who want integrated interactive capabilities a more affordable solution as compared to Epson s ultra-short throw models. The Epson EB-1400wi (2600 lumens) /1410wi(3100 lumens) are the company s first ultra-short throw projectors that are targeted for business users. Ideal for business meetings and collaborative planning, these new models offer very bright images that allow their images to be seen clearly even in the brightest environments, so users need not darken rooms to use them. The EpsonEB-1400/1410wi are also packed with many features that are engineered specially for businesses: Ability to be used as an interactive whiteboard without the need of an attached PC. Ability to project content from a diverse range of input devices including Wi-Fiand network reception from PCs, smartphones and tablet devices, PC-free projection from USB memory devices, and PCfree projection of images from the scanners of wireless printers. Dual-pen capability that allows two users to write / draw on the projection simultaneously. Multiple output options for annotated projections direct saving of screens into common formats like JPG and PDF to USB memory devices, or to or specific network folders all without the need for a PC. Direct printing of screens to a wireless or network connected Epson printer. Compatibility with Microsoft Office Ink that allows users to write on Microsoft documents and save them back into their native format (PPTx, XLXx, DOCx). Ability to facilitate interactive collaboration for up to four locations across the internet where users can see each other s writing / drawing s on the same screen.

4 NEWS RELEASE / IMMEDIATE References: 1. FutureSource research findings based on volume brand shares for projectors in the 500 lumens and above brightness categories in the period of January - December Cyber Media Research (CMR) findings based on value brand share for projectors in the period January- June ### About Epson Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader whose product lineup ranges from inkjet printers and 3LCD projectors to sensors and other micro devices. Dedicated to exceeding the vision of its customers worldwide, Epson delivers customer value based on compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies in markets spanning enterprise and the home to commerce and industry. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 81,000 employees in 97 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. About Epson India Epson India Pvt. Ltd. was incorporated in the year Present in every major city in the country, Epson products address the needs of the entire computer peripheral market as also those of consumers with specialized needs. Headquartered in Bangalore, Epson India today has an enviable reputation for quality and value. The company markets and supports Epson Dot- Matrix Printers, Inkjet Printers, Inkjet All-in-Ones, Laser Printers, Point of Sale Printers & Systems, Scanners and LCD Projectors. In most of these categories Epson is either the No.1 or No.2 brand or growing fast.

5 NEWS RELEASE / IMMEDIATE Media Enquiries: Saranya Ardhanari/ PallabiPatra Perfect Relations Ph: / Premjith Assist Manager Brand & Communication Epson India Pvt. Limited [email protected] Ph: Tushad Talati General Manager Brand & Communication Epson India Pvt. Limited [email protected] Ph: