Hitachi PJ-TX100 Projector Review
Summary
- Product Name: PJ-TX100 Projector
- Manufacturer: Hitachi
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- Value Rating:





- Review Date: October 12, 2006
- MSRP: $1099
- Specifications
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Key Features
– 1280 x 720 Resolution
– HD 3-Panel Light Engine
– Exclusive Super-Focus Quattro ED
Glass Lens with 1.6 Zoom
– Horizontal and Vertical Lens Shift
– Motorized Iris for High Contrast
– 1200:1 Contrast Ratio (Iris On)
– 1200 ANSI Lumen Light Output
– Motion-Adaptive Progressive Scan
– 3:2 Film ProcessingInputs/Outputs
– DVI-HDTV Input: 1
– D-Sub 15 RGB Input: 1
– Wideband Component Video: 1
– S-Video Input: 1
– Composite Video Input: 1
– RS-232C Control Interface: 1
Specifications
– Resolution: 1280 x 720
– Consumer Replaceable 150 Watt UHP LampConvenience Features
– Illuminated Remote Control
– 5 Picture Preset Modes
– 4 Customizable Picture
Memory Modes
– Lens Shift and 1.6x Zoom for
Flexible Installation
– Whisper Quiet 25db Operation
with Front Exhaust
– VGA-UXGA Input Compatible
– Projection Sizes:
Up to a 300” Screen Size
60" 16:9: 5' 7" - 8' 10"
Throw Distance (1.7m - 2.7m)
80" 16:9: 7' - 11' 10"
Throw Distance (2.2m - 3.6m)
100" 16:9: 9' 2" - 14' 9"
Throw Distance (2.8m - 4.5m)Dimensions
– Height: 5 9/16" H x 13 7/16" W x 11 1/16" D
– Weight: 9 lbs.
Pros
- Very clear picture – excellent optics
- Basic horizontal & vertical lens shift
- Motorized Iris control
- Backlit remote control
- Versatile inputs (including DVI-HDCP)
- 1080p compatible
- Sleek, high-tech looking chassis
- Bright
Cons
- Intrusive fan noise
- Somewhat confusing menu system
- Poor (240p) deinterlacing via DVI-D at 480i
Introduction
- PJ-TX100 Features and Basic Setup
- PJ-TX100 Connections, Remote, Menu System & Calibration
- PJ-TX100 Benchtesting, Viewing Tests and Conclusion