Do you remember Texas Instruments' interaction technology for projectors we talked about a while ago? Well, it would seem it has already been put to work, since Epson has just announced the development of an interactive module that will turn just about any of the company's projectors into an interactive one, in a very fast and easy manner.

According to Epson, their brand-new IU-01 interactive module connects directly to a Windows or Mac computer via USB and provides an easy solution for integrating interactive capabilities with any new or existing projector while eliminating the need to purchase and install dedicated interactive whiteboards (IWB).

The IU-01 provides up to 96-inch diagonal (WXGA) and 102-inch diagonal (XGA) of usable interactive area and can be used on any existing whiteboard, wall or other smooth, light-colored, hard surface. The device comes with two interactive pens, wall mount hardware for easy installation, and TeamBoard Draw annotation software to create, capture and share lessons.

"Interactivity is a must-have in today's 21st century classroom; however, interactive whiteboard costs can be prohibitive." said Sara Kim, associate product manager, Epson Projection, Epson America. "With the IU-01, school administrators can easily and affordably turn any new or existing projector into an interactive projector, helping to equip more classrooms with interactivity than would otherwise be possible with the same school funds."

Users who're already looking forward to the arrival of the Epson IU-01 ought to know that this thing will hit the shelves at some point in October, the estimated retail price being set at 600 US dollars.


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