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Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB
The Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB is a value-priced (MSRP $2699) home-theater 3LCD HDTV projector capable of delivering 1080p. Originally due out in December 2007, Epson announced its release at CES 2008 on January 8th, 2008. It offers improved specifications and features compared to its predecessor, the Home Cinema 1080 released in January 2007. This projector has also been referred to as the Epson TW2000. It's suggested retail price is $2999, but there currently is a $200 mail-in rebate.
MSRP $2,999.00
Release date January, 2008
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The 1080 UB offers 1600 ANSI Lumens of brightness, a 4500:1 static contrast ratio (up to 50,000:1 dynamic), and can display images up to 150" across the diagonal. It features 2 HDMI 1.3 inputs accepting a wide range of input signals including 1080p at 24 fps. According to the fact sheet released by Epson, the 1080 UB will not have a VGA input.
There are optional add-ons available as upgrades to the 1080p UB: 1) Reon HQV video processor upgrade, 2) Ceiling mount, 3) Panamorph Anamorphic Lens Kit for improved brightness and the ability to do CIH (Constant Image Height), and 4) replacement lamps.
Specifications
- Display size: 30" - 150"
- Brightness: 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Contrast Ratio: 4500:1 (native), 50000:1 (dynamic)
- Native resolution: 1080p (1920x1080)
- Inputs: 2 x HDMI, 1 x components, 1 x composite, 1 x S-Video, 1 x RS-232
- 2.1X optical zoom with manual focus
- Dimensions: 12.2" (D) x 15.6" (W) x 4.8" (H)
- Weight: 12 lbs
- Price: $2999 ($2799 after mail-in rebate)
- Release date: January 2008 (announced at CES 2008)
Improvements over previous generation
- 1600 Lumens vs. 1200 ANSI Lumens (33% brighter)
- Can display up to images up to 150", up from 100"
- Has 2 HDMI inputs compared to one
- Improved contrast ratio
- Can upgrade the video processor to an Reon HQV
- Available Panamorphic Lens kit for CIH
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Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB
• Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 1080 Home Theater Projector
• PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 LCD Projector
UPC: 010343865082
EAN: 010343865082
MPN: V11H245120
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Released July, 2007
Pros
- Incredible image quality
- Competitively priced
- Plenty of input ports
Cons
- Very restrictive installation requirements
- Fan noise can be distracting especially in Brite mode
- Image AI is a throwaway feature
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MSRP $2,999.00
Released November, 2006
Pros
- Affordabled 1080p projector (price drop to $2999)
- Fantastic picture quality out of the box
- Individual pixels are indistinguishable
Cons
- Can't play Xbox 360 1080p with VGA adapter
- Output lacks brightness
- Image is a bit soft for 1080p sources
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MSRP $2,999.00
Released January, 2007
Pros
- Excellent contrast & color saturation
- Up to 120" screen size
- Native 1080p/24/60 suppport
- Great value price for 1080p project ($2999 price drop)
Cons
- No automatic focus (manual only)
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MSRP $2,599.99
Released December, 2008
Pros
- capable of projecting in full 1080p high definition
- 2-year limited warranty
- HDMI and DVI inputs
Cons
- high fan noise
- no horizontal keystone correction
- Very vertically shifted image.
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Optoma HD806
MSRP $2,999.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- full 1080p
- good contrast and brightness values
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Sharp XV-Z15000
MSRP $3,499.00
Released January, 2009
Introduced at CES 2009, the HD808 is a high end home theater projector from Optoma. Featuring Pixelworks' PW9800 co-processor with DNX MotionEngine, the HD808 presents film-like performance in full 1080p. Rated at 1,200 ANSI lumens with a 15,000:1 contrast ratio the HD808 will be available though mainstream outlets, while an upgraded version, the HD8200...
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MSRP $4,995.00
Released September, 2007
Cons
- Poorly calibrated out of the box
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Sony VPL-VW60
MSRP $2,995.00
Released June, 2007
Pros
- Very quiet, almost silent
- Adjusting image through remote is very convenient
- Long lamp life and easy replacement
- 3-chip technology virtually eliminates the "rainbow effect"
Cons
- Static contrast ratio isn't very good
- Dynamic brightness adjustment can be distracting
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January 29, 2008
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Pros
- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Upgradeable video processor to Reon HQV
- Not that expensive - $2699
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- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Upgradeable video processor to Reon HQV
- Not that expensive - $2699
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May 16, 2008
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- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Upgradeable video processor to Reon HQV
- Not that expensive - $2699
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- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Upgradeable video processor to Reon HQV
- Not that expensive - $2699
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June 3, 2008
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- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Not that expensive - $2699
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March 13, 2008
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- 1080p with 2 HDMI inputs
- Large maximum screen size - 150"
- Great contrast ratio - 4500:1
- Bright - 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Upgradeable video processor to Reon HQV
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