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| Projector type | SXRD |
|---|
| Design type | Standard throw projector |
|---|---|
| Portable | no |
| Colour of product | Black |
| Steering | Manual |
| Built-in display | no |
| Width | 16.02 in |
|---|---|
| Height | 7.05 in |
| Depth | 18.27 in |
| Weight | 19.84 lb |
| Type of lamp | Mercury lamp |
|---|---|
| Lamp life max (normal) | 5000.0 h |
| Lamp life max (eco) | 6000.0 h |
| Bulb power | 215.0 W |
| Backlit remote control | yes |
|---|---|
| Handheld remote control | yes |
| Memory card reader | no |
| 3D support (3D-Ready) | yes |
|---|---|
| Can convert 2D to 3D | yes |
| Compatible glasses | Active |
| Full HD 3D (1080p) | yes |
| Glasses included | no |
| HD ready | yes |
| Full HD (HD ready 1080p) | yes |
| HDR | no |
| Operational Power Consumption (min-max) | < 310 |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 310.0 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.4 W |
| Power consumption (network standby) | 1.0 W |
| Separate power connector (mains) | Large power inlet connector |
| Power management | Mains |
| Analog 3.5mm output | no |
|---|---|
| Analogue 3.5mm input | no |
| Analogue RCA stereo input | no |
| Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr) | no |
| Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs | 1 |
| Composite input | no |
| Digital coaxial input (S/PDIF) | no |
| Digital coaxial output (S/PDIF) | no |
| Serial interface type | RS-232 |
| DisplayPort | no |
| DVI in | no |
| HDMI | yes |
| HDMI version | 1.4b |
| Number of HDMI inputs | 2 |
| MHL | no |
| Headphone output | no |
| Microphone input | no |
| S-video input | no |
| SCART in | no |
| USB | yes |
| USB (total) | 1 |
| USB 2.0 | 1 |
| USB powered (only mha USB) | no |
| VGA in | no |
| Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports | 1 |
| Noise level | 22.0 dB |
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 35 - 85 |
| Lens shift | yes |
|---|---|
| Horizontal lens shift range | 25 - 25 |
| Type of lens shift |
|
| Lens memory | no |
| Throw ratio | 1.36 - 2.16 |
| Focus | Manual |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6 x |
| Zoom type | Manual |
| Projection distance | 1.016 - 7.624 |
| Screen size | 101.6 - 300 |
|---|---|
| Screen size compatibility | 40 - 300 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 px |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Brightness (max) | 1800.0 lm |
| Contrast ratio | 1300:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 120000:1 |
| Image frequency |
|
| Refresh rate | 92.0 Hz |
| Video formats supported |
|
| Ethernet connection | yes |
|---|---|
| Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | no |
| Built-in speakers | no |
|---|
The mid-range projector market is mostly dominated by three brands: Sony, JVC, and Epson. With JVC starting at $4,000 and Epson moving the 5040UB to $2,700, it leaves the Sony VPL-HW45ES as the onl…
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Sony VPL-HW45ES Projector (Projector): 5 out of 5 stars on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.
Sony has a new 1080p SXRD entry level projector in the shape of the HW45ES and it is an absolute cracker!
Table Of Contents_Why We Like It – Sony HW45ESPerformance/Resolution Etc.Brightness/LumensAdjustability/Viewing AngleDurabilityValueSony HW45ES Wrap-up Reader Rating0 Votes09Expert RatingThe Sony HW45ES (also known as the Sony VPL HW45ES) is a top-of-the-line SXRD projector featuring a really good contrast, full HD resolution, and a feature Sony dubs Reality Creation that adds post-processing to the projected image to enhance overall visual fidelity. It’s a brutally expensive projector, but you get what you pay for: it’s easily one of the best 3D projectors on the […]
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The Sony HW45ES is this year’s Best In Class: Performance, winner in the $1000 to $2000 class. The Epson HC5040UB is this year’s Best In Class: Best Value Proposition $2000 – $4000. The HW45ES is a great projector, the HC5040UB, costs more, but offers more. For some, considering both projectors, it will be a question of: “can I afford the extra for the Epson’s extra capabilities, for others, it will be “if I go Sony and pocket the difference, can I still be happy” Let the games begin! This is an interesting comparison, especially in light of the changes by Epson and [...]Read More...
Sony has a new 1080p SXRD entry level projector in the shape of the HW45ES and it is an absolute cracker!
Sony’s latest projector hopes to set the bar for the mid-priced Full HD projection market Sony's VPL-HW45ES projector arrives on the back of plenty of anticipation.
From the moment you switch it on, you’ll discover a talented projector
Sony delivers another stunning home-cinema projector, and gamers will love it too.
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