Johannesburg, 25 Mar 2014
Offering more movie fans high-end cinematic technology, Epson announces two new top-of-the-range 3D home cinema projectors, including a stripped-down version for movie lovers who want to enjoy immersive, big screen experiences on a budget.
With almost twice the contrast ratio of previous models and with the new Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) technology, users [1] can display content or movies onto a larger screen straight from their smartphones and tablets. This range also includes Frame Interpolation - video processing in which intermediate animation frames are generated between existing ones, in both 2D and 3D mode [2].
The range features the EH-TW9200, a full HD model that allows users to connect their full HD devices to the projector, without having to install them in the same room. The EH-TW7200 offers features usually found in high-end models, such as a wide lens shift and very high contrast ratio, but with a much lower price tag.
The EH-TW5200 is ideal for gamers looking for big screen entertainment to complement their console, as it delivers bright, full HD 2D and 3D gaming graphics. It is intuitive, lightweight, and easy to set up and use.
All three models are ideal for watching the latest blockbuster movies with dark, shadowy scenes, thanks to a high contrast ratio, which ensures deeper, crisper blacks. The EH-TW9200 features a very high contrast ratio of 600 000:1, while the EH-TW7200 is a very respectable 120 000:1.
Dean Jules, product manager at Epson South Africa, says: "As the number one projector manufacturer across the globe for over a decade [3], we're always pushing our technology further to offer home users the best possible movie experience.
In addition to all the great features in these projectors, all three are compatible with USB-rechargeable, radio frequency (RF) active shutter 3D glasses[4]. The EH-TW7200 and EH-TW9200 each come with one pair, while the 3D glasses are sold separately for the EH-TW5200. These lightweight glasses can be used up to 10 metres from the projector and offer fantastic, immersive 3D entertainment."
The EH-TW5200, EH-TW7200 and EH-TW9200 have a recommended retail price of R19 800, R37 000 and R47 000, including VAT, respectively.
Features | EH-TW9200 | EH-TW5200 | EH-TW7200 |
Full HD 1 080p big-screen experience with bright 3D technology | * | * | |
Enjoy exceptional image quality with Epson's 3LCD technology and C2fine panels | * | * | |
Wireless connection offers full HD 3D cinematic viewing [3] | - | - | - |
Play smartphone and tablet content with MHL compatibility | - | - | - |
Very high 600 000:1 contrast ratio for deeper blacks | * | 15.000 : 1 | 120 000:1 |
Enhanced detail with Super Resolution | * | * | |
Fluid action with frame interpolation in both 2D and 3D modes | * | - | - |
Anamorphic aspect ratio in both 2D and 3D mode | * | - | - |
2.1 zoom and wide lens shift range V:96.3% / H:47.1% | * | * | |
Fujinon centred lens | * | * | |
Manual vertical keystone correction +/-30 degrees | * | * | |
Low fan noise of just 32db / 22db (normal / eco mode) | * | * | |
Picture-in-picture viewing | * | * | |
Equally high white and colour light output of 2 400 lumens | * | 2 000lm | 2 000lm |
Convert high-definition 2D films and video games into 3D content | * | * | |
Two pairs of rechargeable RF 3D glasses [4] | 1 pair | 1 pair | |
Four colour modes in 2D mode and 2 in 3D mode | * | * | |
Set-up and control projector over network | * | * | |
ISF certified colour management | * | - | - |
Powered lens shutter | * | * | |
Update firmware with micro USB | * | * | |
Three years lamp warranty | * | * | |
Chassis colour | Black | White |
[1] EH-TW9200 models only
[2] EH-TW9200 model only
[3] Survey conducted by Futuresource Consulting for the period from 2001 to 2012
[4] Epson RF active shutter 3D glasses are part of the full HD 3D Glasses Initiative, www.fullhd3dglasses.com
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