LCD Projector Reviews

This latest LCD projector from Epson is a great balance of performance and flexibility at a very reasonable price point. Its rated at up to 2000 ANSI lumens with a native XGA resolution (1024 x 768) packed into a very neat 5.7 pound package. The PowerLite 76c also features Epson’s 3 LCD projector technology, delivering sharp, bright images. This LCD projector is ideal for portable presentation applications as it can handle a wide variety of environments with ease.

The 3 LCD technology means images have excellent, continuous colour rendering with high contrast and great depth of shadow, as well as good edge-to-edge consistency. To help keep the image bright this LCD projector uses Epson’s new E-TORL lamp technology (Epson - Twin Optimized Reflection Lamp). This projector bulb is designed to gather and project more of the light by reducing light leakage and diffraction.

“The PowerLite 76c represents a milestone in the evolution of value projectors,” said Aaron Marinari, senior product manager, Epson America. “Beyond the fact that it gives customers XGA resolution and 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness for $1,099, it stands apart with outstanding 3 LCD image quality and a wide range of unique, user-friendly features, like Instant Off, that make presenting a hassle-free, productive and more enjoyable experience.”

Quick and Easy Setup

Epson have obviously designed the PowerLite 76c with the needs of the presenter in mind. Start-up takes just four seconds from switching on power to the start-up screen appearing. The Epson exclusive Instant Off feature means no cool down time is needed when you come to pack up. Just power down and unplug and you’re ready to go. The supplied remote control gives easy access to the setup features and also allows you to advance and manipulate PowerPoint and Keynote presentations without using the PC.

If you have a number of sources for your presentation the PowerLite 76c will automatically identify and display all your connected inputs with the ‘Source Search’ button. The same button allows you to swap easily between sources. For small rooms the 1.2x optical zoom lens can produce a large image at a relatively short distance. And up to 30 degrees of keystone correction means this LCD projector can handle even the most demanding presentation room. The thrifty corporate presenter will be glad to see a 1500 ANSI lumens ‘Low Brightness’ mode that will increase lamp life when the presenting environment permits.

Security Features

An LCD projector is an expensive and desirable object that can be an easy target when you’re on the road and prsenting in public places. The security features built into the PowerLite 76c should give you added confidence about taking it along. There is a 4 digit pass code to be entered via the remote. If an incorrect password is entered a number of times the unit simply powers down, making it unusable if stolen. There is also a button lock feature that prevents unwanted tampering during use.

Conclusion

The Epson PowerLite 76c is a lightweight, full featured LCD projector ideal for taking on the road. It is easy to use, quick to set up and produces very good quality images from just about any source. The PowerLite 76c LCD projector will be available in store through Epson authorized dealers in October 2005.

Epson Powerlite 76c LCD Projector Product Information

The Sony VPL-CS20A LCD projector is designed for a range of installed and portable presentation uses, primarily in corporate, rental, education and healthcare settings. This new LCD projector is both light and compact, making it an ideal choice for mobile applications. “Users need flexibility in their projection options, and that’s exactly the need the new model addresses,” said Tom Mykietyn, general manager of display systems for Sony Electronics. “In the office, on the road, or wherever a presentation needs to happen, mobility, wireless speed and network connectivity rank high on professionals’ wish lists.”

Truely Portable

The Sony VPL-CS20A offers SVGA resolution, excellent for either video content or presentations. With a brightness of 2000 ANSI lumens, you don’t have to dim the lights too far to get a good image. This is a highly portable projector with a weight of just under 2 kg and a height of about 60mm. This puts it among the lightest LCD projectors currently available and among the brightest in its weight category. The Sony VPL-CS20A projector also features an advanced intelligent auto setup with auto-focus system, together with a short focal length lens so you can set up quickly and achieve large image sizes even in the most cramped of meeting rooms.

3-LCD projector technology

Natural and bright images are produced by the Sony VPL-CS20A using 3 LCD panels, common now on higher specification projectors. This produces an image that is easy on the eyes and avoids color break-up, or the “rainbow effect”. The full light processing capability of the 3-LCD technology gives high light efficiency meaning brighter, clearer images. It also renders intermediate colors very well so you will enjoy life-like reproduction of dark and shadow sections.

Remote Commander and other Features

The Sony VPL-CS20A has a new card-type Remote Commander unit avaialble, the RM-PJ3, for convenient control of the projector’s functions. Other features include a password-authentication system, control panel key lock, security lock, and multi-scan converter for accepting a variety of inputs. This converter allows the projector to take a wide selection of input signals including computer images and video. You will also have selectable lamp wattage to match brightness to the room and increase bulb life, an on-screen multi-language set-up menu, and freeze and digital zoom functions. The Sony VPL-CS20A LCD projector is a very capable, highly portable machine at home in virtually any environment.

Sony VPL-CS20A Portable LCD Projector Product Information

You already have a top class playback and sound system selected for your home theater. All you need now is the right projector for a stunning cinema experience. You’re going to want high contrast ratio, enough brightness and highly reliable projection technology. But for the ultimate system, what about a special cinema filter? Real 16:9 format? Flawless resolution? Future-proof connectivity? Lense shift functions for perfect alignment? If you think this is all too much for one projector, think again! The new Epson EMP-TW600 LCD Projector provides the highest quality viewing experience in a solid and well priced package.

Epson LCD Projector - Outstanding

“The Epson EMP-TW600 is currently Epson’s best home cinema projector”, says Rainer van de Weyer, from Epson Deutschland GmbH. “Outstanding features ensure that the state-of-the-art device is optimal for all striving for the best”. You really do need to see a demonstration of this outstanding LCD projector to appreciate the crystal clear images and the vibrant bright colours. You get an excellent big screen cinema experience, and with the realism of the images you might be tempted to approach the star for an autograph.

Future Proof - HDTV ready

A fully digital HDMI input and native resolution of 720 pixels ensures true “High Definition” reproduction. The digital future is already available in this high performance top-of-the-range LCD projector. The Epson EMP-TW600 is also very flexible without compromise. There are 7 pre-defined colour modes to match any environment. “Dynamic Mode” gives the right image in bright conditions and “Theatre Black” in dark rooms. An Auto Iris Optical System controls the light intensity of the lamp giving contrast ratios of 5,000:1. This means clear colours and detailed grey scale gradation. The new 135W E-TORL lamp, with a brightness of up to 1,600 ANSI lumens, allows some real optical treats.

3LCD Projector technology

The dual lens shift functions offer full control over picture correction, even in the most variable of installations. You’ll have a wide choice of locations considering the 100% height and 50% side correction. If you are a bit short on space, but still want a true cinema experience this lcd projector can deliver a image of 160 cm diagonal from a distance of just 2.5 m. The EMP TW600 also features the proven 3LCD technology of Epson’s new D5 series. This ensures a broad colour range, with a consistent, flicker-free image that is very easy on the eye.

Epson TW600 - Features

• High End projector for home cinema enthusiasts
• 3LCD technology for better images, colour accuracy and better grey reproduction
• Brightness of 1,600 ANSI
• 135 W E-TORL lamp (Epson Twin Optimized Reflection Lamp)
• High image quality with a resolution of 1,280 x 720 pixels
• Auto Iris function enables contrast ratio of 5,000:1
• HDMI, video, YUV S video, RGB and Scart interface
• Exclusive Cinema Filter technology for improved image quality
• Seven colour modes ensure perfect reproduction irrespective of light conditions
  (Dynamic, Living Room, sRGB, Natural, Theatre, Theatre Black 1,)
• Horizontal as well as vertical lens shift function
• 10 bit colour processor for greater definition and softer transition
• Realistic 16:9 reproduction for genuine home cinema feeling
• Automatic format settings
• Backlit remote
• 1-1.5 optical zoom

Epson EMP 600 LCD Projector details