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The Mitsubishi HC5500 is a fully High Definition LCD Projector, capable of projecting an image of 1920x1080 resolution. Replacing the HC4900 as Mitsubishi's entry-level 1080p projector, the HC5500 features a bevy of notable improvements. Nearly all specifications have been upgraded, with the lens shift and zoom featuring downgrades. This LCD Projector was designed with the home theatre in mind, and is 24P compatible and also features a 15000:1 contrast ratio. The HC5500 also boasts a 1200 ANSI lumen brightness and a lamp life of 5000 hours. This projector features Mini D-Sub 15pin, HDMI, Component, Composite, and S-video connections, as well as a D-Sub 9pin input for RS-232C support. Available June 2008, the Mitsubishi HC5500 retails at $2500.
MSRP $2,500.00
Release date June, 2008
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Features
- Full HD LCD Projector
- 1920x1080 Display Resolution
- 15000:1 Contrast Ratio
- 1200 ANSI Lumen Brightness
- 5000 Operating Hour Battery Life
- Mini D-Sub 15pin, HDMI, Component, Composite, and S-video Inputs
- RS-232C Compatibility (D-Sub 9pin)
- 1.2x zoom
Differences between HC4900 and HC5500
- Contrast ratio boosted from 7,500:1 -> 15,000:1
- Brightness boosted from 1000->1200
- Auto Iris is significantly faster
- Video processor upgraded from Pixelworks to Silicon Optics HQV
- Zoom reduced from 1.6x to 1.2x
- Veritical lens shift reduced from 2.5 picture heights to 2
- Horizontal shift eliminated
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Mitsubishi HC5500
• Mitsubishi HC5500 1080p LCD Home Theater Projector
• HC5500 LCD Projector
UPC: 082400027153
EAN: 082400027153
MPN: HC5500
Competitors
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.
Mitsubishi HC5500
vs.
Optoma HD806
MSRP $2,999.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- full 1080p
- good contrast and brightness values
Mitsubishi HC5500
vs.
Sharp XV-Z15000
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
Mitsubishi HC5500
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Mitsubishi HC4900
Reviews
October 4, 2008
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Pros
- Fantastic price/performance ratio
- Good brightness
- Good static contrast ratio
- Supports 2.35 lens (uncommon in this price range)
- Good sharpness
Cons
- Reduced placement flexibility
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August 8, 2008
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Pros
- Fantastic price/performance ratio
- Good brightness
- Good static contrast ratio
- Supports 2.35 lens (uncommon in this price range)
Cons
- Reduced placement flexibility
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