Epson PowerLite 685W WXGA 3LCD Ultra Short-Throw Projector for SMART Board

SKU: V11H744620  |  UPC: 10343930926
$1,549.00
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Key Features

  • WXGA (1280 x 800)3500 ANSI LumensContrast ratio up to 14,000:1

Best For

  • K-12 and Higher Education classrooms using SMART Boards
  • Small meeting rooms with limited mounting distance
  • Presenters who frequently interact with the screen surface

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Projector Overview

The Epson PowerLite 685W is one of the best ultra short-throw presentation displays on the market. Specifically engineered for the classroom, it allows for large-scale viewing even in the tightest spaces.

Key Specifications

  • Resolution: WXGA (1280 x 800) for widescreen laptops
  • Brightness: 3,500 Lumens for well-lit rooms
  • Contrast: 14,000:1 for sharp text and deep blacks
  • Audio: Built-in 16W speaker

Integration and Connectivity

This model is the ideal choice for environments using SMART Board M685 and 885 interactive whiteboards. It supports the SMART Extended Control Panel, allowing teachers to manage power and volume directly from the board. Advanced networking allows IT administrators to monitor and control the projector status remotely.

Eco-Friendly Design

With a lamp life of up to 10,000 hours in ECO Mode, maintenance costs are significantly reduced, ensuring your classroom stays operational longer without downtime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Epson PowerLite 685W a good choice for interactive classroom environments?

The Epson PowerLite 685W is one of the best ultra short-throw solutions for educational environments, specifically designed to integrate with SMART Board interactive whiteboards. It stands out because it allows teachers to present high-brightness 87-inch images from just 8 inches away, virtually eliminating shadows and eye glare.

Is This Right For You?


Ideal If

  • You already own or are purchasing SMART Board M685 or 885 models
  • You need to eliminate presenter shadows on the display
  • You require network-based remote projector management

Not Ideal If

  • You are looking for a 4K home theater cinema experience
  • You are on a very tight budget and do not need interactive capabilities
  • You have a very large auditorium requiring high-distanced long throw

Recommendation

Choose this if you need the highest level of integration with SMART Board hardware and want to eliminate shadows during presentations.
Traditional projectors require 8-12 feet of clearance, while this requires only 8 inches
Standard models often cause eye-glare for teachers; this ultra short-throw design directs light away from eyes
Generic projectors lack the direct SMART Extended Control Panel integration found here

This projector is ideal for modern K-12 classrooms, university seminar rooms, corporate training centers using interactive displays, and any space where presenters need to stand directly in front of the screen without blocking the light path.

Optimized specifically for SMART Board interactive displays; individual SMART Boards are sold separately.

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Epson PowerLite 685W WXGA 3LCD Ultra Short-Throw Projector for SMART Board

$1,549.00

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1280 x 800

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Throw Ratio Range: 0.28 - 0.37

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F-number: 1.6 Focal Length: 3.7 mm Zoom Ratio: Digital zoom 1.0 – 1.35

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Microphone: 1x RS-232c: 1x Video: 1x Audio in: 3x Mini Stereo,

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Audio-out: 1x Monitor-out: 1x / Computer 2

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10000 hours

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35 dB

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5000 hours

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