Sony VPL-HW10 Review
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September 12th, 2008
Summary
Upgrade your movie viewing experience with the VPL-HW10 BRAVIA® SXRD™ 1080p home theater front projector. Featuring a 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 1000 ANSI lumens and all-digital video signal processing via the BRAVIA Engine 2, you?ll enjoy incredibly sharp, vibrant images. And with three SXRD micro-display panels that provide Full 1080p resolution, it's easy to recreate the theater experience at home without breaking the bank. There are also two HDMI™ inputs with x.v.Color™ technology, which are perfect for getting brilliant results from your compatible HD camcorder. This entry-level front projector is brimming with features including BRAVIA Engine™ full digital video processor which enhances contrast and dynamically improves color performance and an ARC-F (All Range Crisp Focus) lens that takes full advantage of the full 1920 x 1080 HD resolution of the SXRD panel. It's also equipped with an ultra-quiet fan, improved lamp life and easy-to-use features.
Specs
Video
Brightness : 1,000 Lumens
Contrast Ratio : Up to 30,000:1
Display Resolution : 1920 x 1080
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) : 16 1/8 x 6 3/4 x 18 1/2 inches
Weight (Approx.) : 22 lbs
Power
Power Consumption (in Operation) : 300W max
Power Consumption (in Standby) : :8W; :0.5W (low mode)
Power Requirements : AC 100 to 240V, 3.0-1.3A, 50/60H z
General
Lens : 1.6 times zoom lens (manual), f=18.5 to 29.6 mm / F2.50 to F3.40
Projection Picture Size : 40 to 300 inches (1,016mm to 7,620mm) (measured diagonally)
Convenience Features
BRAVIA® Theatre Sync™ : Yes (One-Button Home Theater Control (HDMI-CEC))
Video Features
Acceptable Video Signals : 15kHz RGB/component 50/60Hz, Progressive component 50/60Hz, 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i,1080/48i; 1080/60p (HDMI only), 1080/50p (HDMI only), 1080/24p(HDMI only); Composite video, Y/C video
Color System : NTSC3.58 / PAL / SECAM / NTSC4.43 / PAL-M / PAL-N / PAL60
Deep Color : Yes
Display Technology : SXRD™ Technology
Micro Display Type : 0.61-inch (15.4mm) SXRD panel, 6,220,800 pixels (2,073,600 pixels x3)
Picture Shift Function : Yes
Video Processing : Yes (BRAVIA Engine2)
Wide Mode : Wide Zoom, Normal, Full, Zoom, Full1, Full2
x.v.Color™ Technology : Yes
Operating Conditions
Operating Humidity : 35 to 85% (no condensation)
Operating Temperature : 41 to 95 F degrees (5 to 35 C degrees)
Inputs and Outputs
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s) : Phono type / HD D-sub 15-pin
Component/Progressive : Phono type / HD D-sub 15-pin
Composite Video Input(s) : Phono Type
HDMI™ Connection(s) : Yes
HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 2
PC Input Format Support : Yes (see instruction manual for timings supported)
RS-232C Input(s) : D-sub 9-pin
RS232 Control : 1
S-Video Input(s) : Y/C mini DIN 4-pin type
General Features
Acceptable Computer Signals : fH: 19 to 72kHz, fV : 48 to 92Hz, Maximum resolution 1920x1080 fV 60Hz
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term : Product Warranty - 1 Years Parts and Labor except the lamp. Lamp Warranty - 90 Days from date of purchase.