Epson's former iteration of this projector was highly recommended by me last year. I can only recommend it more now that they have added more light output and updated the LCD panels to D7 technology. The reason this projector doesn't get a 5 in value is simple - Epson has cauterized its own product by not making the Pro Cinema enough different from its Home Cinema counterpart. For an extra $2000 retail (which we acknowledge often ends up far less in terms of street value) it's tough to justify the Pro Cinema as a purchase on a consumer level - even with the extra lamp and ceiling mount. For custom installers, however, the additional features are essential (and, ahem, billable) so in the end this becomes a great product for its intended audience. Epson seems to be working out the kinks in its convergence saga, and many retailers are coming up with guarantees to ensure that consumers don't get stuck with a product they won't be happy with.

Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 1080UB LCD Projector

MSRP: $4,999

Epson America, Inc.
One Epson Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
www.epson.com

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About Epson
Epson offers an extensive array of award-winning image capture and image output products for the consumer, business, photography, and graphic arts markets. The company is also a leading supplier of value-added point-of-sale (POS) printers and transaction terminals for the retail market. Founded in 1975, Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. Epson America, Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif.