Hitachi is excited to announce our first solid state light source LPWU9750 8,000 lumen 1-chip DLP laser light source projector. The new laser diode light source offers approximately 20,000 hours of operation time and is maintenance free, there is no lamp or filter to replace providing a dramatic reduction in total cost of ownership. It can provide 24/7 use for digital signage applications and is a perfect choice for large auditoriums, conference rooms, museums, and concert or stage productions. Plus, 8,000 ANSI lumens light output and 20000:1 contrast ratio results in a super bright display with outstanding image clarity and uniformity.