Sharp PG-D3750W

Brightness (Lumens) : 3700 ANSIContrast (Full On/Off) :2200:1Variable Iris :NoAudible Noise :35.0 dBEco-Mode:30.0 dBWeight:5.8 kgSize (cm) (HxWxD) :10 x 40 x 34

Std. Lens:

Focus:

ManualZoom:Manual, 1.15:1Throw Dist (m) : 1.5 - 9.6Image Size (cm) :102 - 762Optional Lenses:NoDigital Zoom : **Digital Keystone :NoLens Shift:NoWarranty:3 YearsPerformance: H-Sync Range:15.0 - 110.0kHzV-Sync Range:45 - 85Hz

Panasonic PT-AE4000U

Panasonic PT-AE4000U
1080p Home Theater Projector

Improved contrast. The AE3000 was rated at 60,000:1, and the AE4000 is 100,000:1. Can you see the difference, you may wonder? Absolutely. When viewed in a dark room side by side, the AE4000 is obviously higher in contrast and deeper in black level than its predecessor. And with higher contrast comes the other typical benefits driven by contrast -- deeper color saturation, an improved sense of image depth, and the impression of increased image sharpness.

The improvement in contrast was not achieved by reducing the aperture on the auto iris. Rather, Panasonic has redesigned what they call the Pure Contrast Plate, an optical component located right after the LCD panels to improve the contrast level. This component effectively allows the polarization filters to block the light leakage caused from the panels, for deeper blacks.

As with the AE3000, the AE4000 uses inorganic LCD panels which also contribute to the higher contrast in these models. In inorganic panels, the liquid crystals are vertically aligned, making it easier for polarizers to filter out almost all light for deeper blacks.

Panasonic PT-AX200

Our love of all things full HD has led us in recent times to concentrate predominantly on high-spec, high-cost projectors. So we figured it was high time we got our hands on a more affordable projection solution for a change. And without doubt the most instantly intriguing model around right now is Panasonic's PT-AX200E: an HD Ready LCD projector going for the princely sum of £758.95.

What makes the AX200E so interesting is the fact that it's from Panasonic - a brand with way more home projector experience than most of its rivals, and which has put that experience to great use in the past with some truly outstanding products. So provided Panasonic hasn't had to make too many compromises to keep costs low, the AX200E could be a bit of a star.

Not that it looks particularly star-like, mind. Its off-white colour scheme looks a touch drab, and its design is distinctly lacking in flourishes. It's also surprisingly large for a budget unit, occupying quite a chunk of your coffee table. Here's hoping the extra size has been put to good use with the optical engine and/or some sort of system for reducing cooling fan noiseThe AX200E's connection panel is pretty well stocked for a projector under £800. Two HDMIs dominate proceedings - one more than I might have expected for so little money, even in today's digitally-obsessed climate.

There's also the inevitable component video input for analogue HD content (as required by the HD Ready specification), S-video and composite video options, a D-Sub PC port, and a serial jack. In an ideal world there might have been a 12v trigger jack for driving an electronic screen, but then we guess anyone spending this little on a projector might very well be considering just projecting it onto a white wall.

One excellent Panasonic tradition carried on by the AX200E concerns its ease of use. It's actually one of the simplest projectors to set up you will ever come across, thanks to an inspired front-mounted joystick that allows you to shift the image up, down, left or right. There's further assistance from a very healthy 2x zoom that helps you adapt the image to a wide variety of room sizes; and a remarkably simple, backlit remote control.

NEC NP1250

Get a combination of high performance and portability to deliver a sharp impact during presentations with NP1250 Projector from NEC. Combined with high brightness projection up to 5000 ANSI Lumens the Easy Stacking function maximizes the brightness up to four projectors aligned vertically or horizontally. It supports for windows media connect and shared folder so that files of still pictures and video images stored on a PC connected to the LAN or a server can be played back directly with the pro

Sony VPL MX25

Understanding Front-projection TVs - LCD

LCD and DLP are very close in terms of performance, and even LCD's ability to produce good blacks has improved quite a bit. DLP still enjoys a slight edge in contrast ratio, however, mainly because its projectors can get a bit brighter than those of LCDs. The screen-door effect, which appears as a fine grid of pixels overlaying the screen, is also more noticeable on most LCD projectors. As we mentioned above, however, 720p LCD projectors still enjoy more features than their budget 720p DLP competition, including highly desirable items such as horizontal and vertical lens shift. No consumer-priced 1080p LCD projectors are currently available.

Upside:	Downside:	Forecast:
Can get extremely bright; decent uniformity; generally better black-level performance than LCD.	More expensive than similar-resolution LCD models; rainbow effect.	Already the most popular technology for home-theater projection, new less-expensive 720p versions will make DLP even more desirable.

Sony VPL-VW85

Specs for Sony VPL-VW85

Technology: LCoS (SXRD)

Native Resolution: 1080p (1920x1080)

Brightness: 800 lumens claimed, 725 lumens highest we measured

Contrast: 120,000:1

Zoom Lens ratio: 1.6:1

Lens shift: Vertical and horizontal

Lamp life: Sony does not provide info, we assume 2000 hours at full power, 3000 in low (the industry standard)

Weight: 26 lbs. (11.6 Kg)

Warranty: 2 Years Parts and Labor