Epson Pro Cinema 1080 Setup, Inputs and Remote
Setting up the Pro Cinema 1080 is a very simple process. You'll select your projection type (front, rear, front ceiling, rear ceiling.) Input selection can be done easily via the remote control and the on-board video processing will take care of scaling your incoming video to the proper resolution. The Aspect button on the remote can also help you to correctly scale the picture within the frame. We recommend using the HDMI input - you will benefit from true 1080p video potential with many Blu-ray or HD DVD discs - including Deep Color support. The component video inputs can also be utilized if needed for legacy DVD players or cable TV boxes.
Throw Chart for Distancing the Projector from a 16:9 Projection Screen
The Epson's amazing zoom lens is on this model as well and allows for a very flexible placement. In our room we had the unit positioned at around 11 feet and projecting onto a Studiotek 130 screen.
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Screen Size |
Size (Inches) |
Distance (Feet) |
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width |
height |
wide |
tele |
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70 |
61.0 |
34.3 |
6.2 |
14.7 |
|
80 |
69.7 |
39.2 |
7.8 |
16.7 |
|
90 |
78.4 |
44.1 |
8.3 |
19.0 |
|
100 |
87.2 |
49.0 |
9.8 |
20.9 |
|
110 |
95.9 |
53.9 |
10.4 |
23.3 |
|
120 |
104.6 |
58.8 |
11.8 |
25.1 |
|
130 |
113.3 |
63.7 |
13.1 |
26.6 |
|
150 |
130.7 |
73.5 |
14.7 |
31.4 |
|
170 |
148.2 |
83.3 |
17.2 |
34.9 |
|
200 |
174.3 |
98.1 |
20.3 |
41.1 |
*The info here is approximated due to some inaccuracies in the available distance calculators available to us.
Connections
The connections on the Pro Cinema 1080 deliver standard definition composite and s-video inputs as well as component video, HDMI (1.3) and HD15 (PC) inputs. You probably won't have any trouble connecting your devices to this projector, however the use of an external AV processor or, at the very least, an HDMI switcher is advised.
Epson Pro Cinema 1080 Remote Control
There is nothing new here. The Pro Cinema 1080 uses the exact same remote control as the Pro Cinema 810 and has the same excellent IR reception. Stand on your head, point the remote at the floor, the ceiling, the screen… it doesn't matter - the 1080 will still pick up the signal and get your commands to the projector.
Discrete on/off controls and access to direct input selection makes this a very functional remote. Physically, it's still rather bulky and the backlight feature doesn't come on automatically, but only when the press the backlight button located at the very bottom of the remote control.
Recent Forum Posts:
1) Can I zoom the image fairly small from 10-15'?
2) Is there a supplier that has developed whole wall surfaces for video projection?
Regarding the first question, does the manual focus on the projector give me enough control to crisply project a relatively small display area, say 46" or so?
To put this into context, I have spent time looking at the costs of hiding a tv behind a picture frame and mirror or painting canvas; a high quality installation can cost $15,000.
A custom light fixture with a $5,000 projector seems a much better approach to "not wanting to see the TV when not in use".
If I can zoom the image to a 46" rectangle, the search for suitable paint or wall paper to overcome the lack of a projection screen would begin.
admin;261037
With pricing under $5000 and Epson's proclivity for producing very high quality projectors with excellent features, detail and color, it's bound to be a serious contender in the market.
This is really starting to make me reconsider buying a TV, albeit a very high end one. The projector pricing is starting to come down into high-end tv range, and the thought of having a billy badass-sized screen make it even more alluring! And with the power of Santa growing stronger in the coming months, I would bet prices will drop considerably.
Owners: More details on performance please.
cleaner450;263470
Here is a question ..primarly using it for 360 and HD DVD... How does the image overall compare to ..ummm lets say a 50 inch rear projection. besides the size; does it or could it look as good, clear and bright a rp TV.
Sorry if I am being very broad but you own it and I just want to get your thoughts on quality of picture compared to a rp. This will be set up in a very dark room...
thanks
I game and now am more into HT but games are what maed me want a big TV. I got a front projector. I will never ever ever o back to anything else for the main HT/"viewing room. I have aCRT for the news etc, but untill projectors cost more as a box that has a set screan I won't even think about the RP plasma LCD even DLP.
I hop emine never dies, if it did today it would be epson for sure and if they make a DLP in my price point that would be it. Hands down.
