Sony VPL-HS51A Cineza Projector Review
Summary
- Product Name: VPL-HS51A Cineza Projector
- Manufacturer: Sony Electronics
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- Review Date: February 03, 2005
- MSRP: $3499
- Specifications
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Brightness: 1200 ANSI lumens (max)
Contrast: Up to 10,000:1 (stated full on/off)
Resolution: 1280 x 720 native HD resolution (1920 x 1080 maximum)
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen native 16:9 aspect ratio (4:3 compatible)
Supported Screen Size: 40-300 inches diagonal
LCD Panel: D-4; 3 x 0.73” TFT LCD
Lens: All Range Crisp Focus Lens (ARC-F Lens)
Iris: Dynamic Iris optical system constantly adjusts the brightness and gamma characteristics in real time
Accepted Video Formats: 480i/575i/1080i and 480p/720p/1080p(24) (PAL equivalents supported)
Accepted Computer Formats: RGB: Horizontal 19 to 72kHz, Vertical: 48 to 92Hz; Max input resolution WXGA (1280 x 768, fV:60Hz)
Video Inputs: HDMI-HDCP, component, composite, S-video, and PC/RGB (HD15)
Color System: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60Projection Lens: 1.6x optical zoom; f = 21.3 - 34.1 mm/F2.4 - 3.16, manual focus & zoom
Lens Shift: Vertical and horizontal (100% vertical, 50% horizontal)
Keystone Correction: +/- 30 degrees
Lamp: 135 W UHP lamp
Mounting: ceiling, desk, front/rear (menu configurable)
Power Supply: 100-240 volts, 50-60Hz
Power Consumption: 195 watts (maximum), 4.5 W (standby), 0.5 watts (ECO mode with fan stopped)
Operating Temperature: 32 - 95 degrees F (0 - 35 degrees C); 35-85% humidity (no condensation)
Projection Method: Front/rear/ceiling mount/table-top
Remote Control: Backlit, AA x 2 batteries
Standard Accessories: Power cord, Wireless remote control unit, batteries for remote control, replacement air filter, CD-ROM application software, owner's manual
Operating Noise: 30dB (minimum)
Dimensions: 13 5/8” x 5 7/8” x 14 5/8” in. (348 x 135 x 360 mm)
Weight: 12.4 lbs (5.7 kg)
Pros
- Excellent black levels
- 1.55x optical zoom
- Deep, rich colors
- Usable picture/color controls for HDMI input
- 3000 hour lamp life
- 12VDC trigger output
Cons
- Requires calibration out of the box
- IR sensor on front only
- Large 5% overscan on component (undefeatable)
Introduction
- VPL-HS51A Features & Favorites
- VPL-HS51A Setup, Installation & Connections
- VPL-HS51A Remote, Menu System & Calibration
- VPL-HS51A Viewing Evaluation & Conclusion