1080UB Conclusion
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
Get a Great Price on the Home Cinema 1080UB!
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.
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Recent Forum Posts:
Biggiesized;414238
What's D7 technology?
Check this out:
http://www.audioholics.com/education/display-formats-technology/epsons-d7-panel-c2-fine [audioholics.com]
AcuDefTechGuy;413529
I have not heard any negative about the Epson 1080UB.
Are you sure it's the same exact model?
Yes. It definitely is. I've also seen only good reviews for this until I read the What HIFI one. I must be honest. I absolutely love the Infocus IN82. They're priced similarly here is South Africa. Which would you go for if it was your money? (Yes I know you can't compare them directly DLP vs LCD, but still. If you had to choose.)
AcuDefTechGuy;413529
I have not heard any negative about the Epson 1080UB.
Are you sure it's the same exact model?
The Epson Pro Cinema 1080UB is marketed as the TW2000 outside of the USA, only 1 model is available, that is, no Home Cinema 1080UB...... I can't post links yet try projectorsreviews-dot-com
Is it like DarkChip in DLP?
