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InFocus ScreenPlay 5000 LCD Projector Review

by Clint DeBoer last modified September 02, 2005
InFocus ScreenPlay 5000

InFocus ScreenPlay 5000

Summary

  • Product Name: ScreenPlay 5000 LCD Projector
  • Manufacturer: InFocus
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarhalf-star
  • Review Date: September 02, 2005 20:00
  • MSRP: $ 1499
Specifications

Device: Three 0.7" TFT Active Matrix Panels

Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels (16:9)
Projection Lens:
1:9 - 2:2 manual zoom & focus

Throw: 1.65:1 - 1.98:1 (distance/width)
Lamp: 150W UHP (2000 hour life)
Digital Keystone Correction : 9 degrees (+/- horizontal); 20 degrees (+/- vertical)
Brightness: 1100 ANSI Lumens (max)
Contrast Ratio: 1200:1 (full on/off)
Color Temperature: Low/
Mid/High, selectable
Speaker: 1W, monaural

Accessories Included: Power cord, remote, s-video cable, A/V cable, computer cable, User Guide, quick start card

Video Inputs: DVI/M1 (w/HDCP), Component, HD15 (VESA), S-video, composite
Audio Inputs: stereo RCA
Trigger: 12VDC trigger for electric screen control
Component Support: EDTV (progressive), HDTV and SDTV (interlaced)
Composite Support: NTSC/PAL/SECA
M/NTSC4.43
PC Support: Digital and Analogue up to 1280 x 1024 via intelligent resizing

Fan Noise: 58db (measured at source)
Communication: RS-232C
Dimensions: 11.5" (W) x 4" (H) x 10.2" (D)
Weight: 7.5 lbs


Pros

  • Excellent color detail
  • This projector is a TORCH and can play visible content in a fully-lit room
  • Backlit remote control
  • Direct access to inputs from remote
  • Automatic Vertical Keystoning is nifty

Cons

  • Fan noise (~58db at the source)
  • Manual zoom & focus
  • Needs long throw distance or smaller screen for best picture
  • No lens shift
  • Poor deinterlacing

Introduction

The ScreenPlay 5000 is a veritable 'torch'. The amount of light this little projector throws is nothing short of astounding and I believe I have found a nice compromise to the needs of many people interested in adding a front projection system to their home.

 

 

 
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