Product Details
- Brand: Sony
- Dimensions: 13.00" h x
23.00" w x
23.00" l,
Features
- Home-theater LCD front projector compatible with standard- and high-definition (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i) signals
- 1,280 x 720 native pixel resolution; capable of projecting to screen sizes from 40 to 200 inches
- Up to 6,000:1 contrast ratio; 1,200 ANSI Lumen brightness; ARC-F lens improves focus at screen center and screen corners
- Powerful Real Color Processing lets you alter, the blue in a sky without affecting the color of water
- Measures 13.8 x 5.4 x 12.6 inches (W x H x D)
Sony VPL-HS51 Cineza LCD Front Projector
Product Description
Sony's next-generation VPL-HS51 Cineza high-definition front projector is equipped with the latest 3LCD panel. It's packed with features like an advanced iris function, a high contrast ratio of up to 6000:1, and three proprietary 720p LCD panels that provide 2,764,800 pixel resolution (1280x720) optimized for HD video input. The VPL-HS51 also features an all range crisp focus (ARC-F) lens and the Real Color Processor (RCP) further enhances colors and images. Its lightweight design, versatile cabinet and easy-to-use features help create the ultimate home theater experience. Cinema Black Pro (with Advanced Iris Function and Lamp Control) High Contrast Ratio of up to 6000:1 (Advanced Iris Auto Mode ON) Lens Shift Function All Range Crisp Focus Lens (ARC-F Lens) Real Color Processing Function 1.6X Zoom Lens Three WXGA LCD Panels, .73" p-Si TFT Panels Resolution: 1280 x 720 (x 3) or 2,764,800 Total Pixels Lens: 1.6 Times Manual Zoom / Focus Lens (F2.4-3.1 / f21.3-34.1mm) Standard Lens Throwing Distance: 40" - 1.2m-1.8m; 60" - 1.8m-2.7m; 80" - 2.4m-3.7m; 100" - 2.9m-4.6m; 120" - 3.5m-5.5m; 150" 4.4m-6.9m; 180" - 5.3m-8.3m; 200" - 5.8m-9.2m HD/IP Converter Ceiling or Table Mount Capable Improved Lamp Life Up to 3000 Hours HDMI Digital Interface 12 Bit Panel Driver LSI LCD Panel with MicroLens Array (MLS) and Wide View (WV) Film Gamma Control Software (ImageDirector 2) Ethernet Connection Input Channel Switching
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful.
By jpr
I find the previous review strange, because it was the same sort of lamp-replacement runaround from Infocus that prompted me to switch brands from Infocus to Sony nearly a year ago. I guess I must assume that similar problems affect several, possibly even most brands.Note that this unit has a "high altitude" setting. I'm at around 5000ft and I did enable that option during initial set up. It causes the fans to run at a slightly higher speed for more effective cooling at altitude, resulting in just a bit more noise, but nothing compared to my old Infocus. I imagine that high altitude operation without using the setting might lead to premature failure, whereas running the high altitude setting at lower elevations might actually keep things cooler and possibly even improve longevity. Just a thought. Stable power is also important for front projectors. I have my unit on a good quality power conditioner/UPS to protect against any spikes or brownouts.In any case, I've had the unit nearly a year and have been pleased with its performance. Image quality is excellent, especially when using the HDMI input. It's seen extensive use (somewhere over 2000 hours, I haven't checked lately) and I've only had to replace the air filter thus far. The unit came with a spare filter in the box.The VPL-HS51 was a truly exceptional product a year ago, though now there are a few other similar/comparable units on the market, and some people are starting to look at moving to 1080p with the advent of Blueray and HD DVD. Even so, I personally feel no need to upgrade in the short term and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this projector to anyone who will be satisfied with 1280x720. If you run large screen sizes (e.g. larger than 80"), have a short viewing distance, and good eyesight it probably makes sense to go for 1080p even if it means waiting a little longer to make a purchase, but otherwise I think most people would be happy with 720.There are plenty of excellent reviews of the VPL-HS51 on the web already so I won't go into great detail here, but in short, I'm completely satisfied and haven't had any problems whatsoever.
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful.
By J. Tobias
I have to say the same thing as the last review. I purchased the Sony projector 4 months ago. The bulb is only under warantee for 3 months. The first CS person told me it was covered and to take it in to a depot. Then I was told it wasn't covered by the depot but that I could purchase it for $450 plus the labour of $150 to install a bulb that can't take them more then 5 minutes.I have gone back and forth with Sony support for 4 weeks. And they are now saying they'll give me a discount but the discount is based on getting it fixed at the depot and I'll get sony gift certificates back.I have purchased a lot of Sony stuff in my life but I will never buy anything again. I was so disappointed with support on this product that I would never have bought one given the choice.It is very good quality but the cost of ownership is just too ridiculous.I can't stress enough that there are many other great products out there. Go with one that has good support.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By Joe Score
The VPL-HS51 is the best video projector on the market for less than 10k. Far better than any DLP projector, since their is NO rainbow effect and once you see the DLP rainbow you will see this in every show.Back to the HS51, I bought mine from Amazon one year ago and have 1,000 hours on the unit. NO problems, period. I do suggest running the projector in the LOW brightness setting since this will extend the bulb life. Also suggest using a PC UPS so if the power goes off, you can turn off the projector and the fan continues to run.Since my room can be made 100% dark, I do not use a screen for the 9 foot HD picture. My wall is painted with SW extra white paint.The HS51 has all the advanced features and inputs. Few projectors on the market have "lens shift" and the HS51 has two.Thanks,Joe Score[...]
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