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Panasonic PT-AX200U LCD Projector Review

by Clint DeBoer last modified March 31, 2008 09:55
Panasonic PT-AX200U LCD Projector Review

Panasonic PT-AX200U LCD Projector

Summary

  • Product Name: PT-AX200U LCD Projector
  • Manufacturer: Panasonic
  • Distributor: ProjectorPeople
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStarStar
  • Review Date: November 04, 2007
  • MSRP: $1999
Specifications

Brightness: 2000 ANSI lumens (high power mode)
Contrast: Up to 6000:1 (full on/off)
Resolution: 1280 x 720 native HD resolution (1920 x 1080 maximum)
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen native 16:9 aspect ratio (4:3 compatible)
Supported Screen Size: 40-200 inches diagonal
LCD Panel: D-5; 3 x 0.7” polysilicon active matrix
Optical System: Dichroic mirror separation/prism synthesis system
Iris: Dynamic Iris optical system constantly adjusts the brightness and gamma characteristics in real time
Video Features: Dynamic Sharpness Control adjusts video signal waveforms based on the difference in brightness of adjacent pixels, Intelligent Light Harmonizer 2 dynamically varies gamma according to the ambient room light, Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 pulldown) and HD IP, Cinema Color Management technology for faithful and accurate color representation, 10-bit full digital processing and 10-bit gamma correction, 7 picture modes for customizing color adjustments, Smooth Screen technology for smooth, film-like images
Scanning Formats: 480i/576i/1080i and 480p/576p/720p/1080p/24/60 (PAL equivalents supported)
Video Inputs: 2xHDMI-HDCP, component, composite, S-video, and PC/RGB (HD15)

Projection Lens: 2x optical zoom; f = 21.7 – 43.1 mm. F/1.9 – 3.1, manual focus & zoom
Lens Shift: Vertical and horizontal (65% vertical, 24% horizontal)
Keystone Correction: +/- 30 degrees (vertical)
Lamp: 220 W UHM lamp
Mounting: ceiling, desk, front/rear (menu configurable)
Power Supply: 100-240 volts, 50-60Hz
Power Consumption: 290 watts (maximum), 0.8 watts (standby mode with fan stopped)
Operating Temperature: 32 – 104 degrees F (0 – 40 degrees C); 20-80% humidity (no condensation)
Fan: Whisper quiet 26dB operation (in low mode)
Projection Method: Front/rear/ceiling mount/table-top

Uniformity Ratio: 85% (center-to-corner)

Remote Control: Learning remote; 7m range on axis, 3 VDC power supply, AAA x 3 batteries
Standard Accessories
: Power cord, Wireless remote control unit, batteries for remote control (UM-3 x 2)
Optional Accessories: Serial adapter for RS-232 control
Dimensions: 15.5” x 4.4” x 11.8” in (395 x 112 x 300 mm)

Weight: 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg)


Pros

  • No screen door effect
  • Excellent contrast
  • Game mode for fast response and more visible shadow detail
  • Great "out of the box" colors
  • Backlit remote
  • Light Harmonizer 2 automatic picture adjustment
  • 1080p/24/60 support

Cons

  • Potential HDCP compatibility issues
  • Non-standard power cable
  • No 12V trigger

Introduction

The budget-priced 720p PT-AX200U projector has several new features of Panasonic's incremental but impressive projector update – not the least of which involved a tantalizing gaming-centric mode which decreases lag and speeds up gameplay.
  1. PT-AX200U Features & Comparisons
  2. PT-AX200U Basic Setup and Installation
  3. PT-AX200U Calibration and Benchmark Tests
  4. PT-AX200U Viewing Evaluation HDTV Movies