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Sony - Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector - Black

Model: VPLHW45ES
SKU: 5368900
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Weight: 19.8 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Light Source: Lamp
    • Resolution: Full HD (1080p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
    • Projector Use: Home Theater
    • Smart Capable: false (Smart, or smart-capable devices are able to connect directly to your home network in order to stream content from the Internet, run Internet-based apps, or connect to other smart devices.)
  • General
    • Brand: Sony
    • Model Number: VPLHW45ES
    • Product Name: Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector
    • Color: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 7.1 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 16.1 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 18.4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 19.8 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Display
    • Light Source: Lamp
    • Display Technology: SXRD (Denotes the product’s visual process, sometimes manufacturer specific, used to display an image.)
    • Resolution: Full HD (1080p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
    • Resolution (Native): 1920 x 1080 (Native resolution of a screen refers to its single, fixed resolution. Sometimes screens must scale an image up or down in order to fit the native resolution. This can cause a loss of resolution or detail.)
    • 3-Chip Technology: true (Projectors with this technology are able to display images with optimal brightness, color, and detail. Because of their high-performance design, these projectors are primarily used in large venues and digital cinemas.)
    • Light Source Life (Economy Mode): 6000 hours (The light source's estimated length of operating time when economy mode is enabled.)
    • Light Source Life (Normal Mode): 6000 hours (The light source's estimated length of operating time when normal operating mode is enabled.)
    • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
    • 3D Technology: true
  • Viewing
    • Minimum Viewable Screen Size: 40 inches
    • Maximum Viewable Screen Size: 300 inches
  • Features
    • Projector Use: Home Theater
    • Smart Capable: false (Smart, or smart-capable devices are able to connect directly to your home network in order to stream content from the Internet, run Internet-based apps, or connect to other smart devices.)
    • Remote Control Included: true
    • TV Tuner: false
  • Exposure Control
    • Focus Adjustment: Manual (The method used to focus the device in order to view or display a sharper image.)
    • Optical Zoom: 1.6x (The optical zoom uses a combination of lenses that magnify the image prior to it being registered at high resolution by the imaging sensor.)
  • Connectivity
    • Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 2
  • Audio
    • Speaker(s) Included: false
  • Compatibility
    • Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 027242898288

Create a true home theater experience with this Sony cinema projector. A 215W lamp delivers up to 6,000 hours of viewing time, and the built-in 3-D transmitter lets you watch 3-D movies with beautiful clarity. Featuring nine calibration modes, this Sony cinema projector optimizes images for TV, sporting events and films.

Projectors Buying Guide

  • Advanced Reality Creation super resolution processing: Helps ensure a lifelike picture.
  • Motionflow technology: Offers Combination mode, which uses Sony's Film Projection and Motion Enhancer capabilities to add frames, reduce blur and maintain brightness in fast-moving scenes.
  • 1800 lumens of brightness: Offer a highly visible display with clear on-screen images.
  • Lens shift: Vertical and horizontal lens shift for the ultimate installation flexibility.
  • 1080p (1920 x 1080) native resolution: Creates a sharp, detailed high-definition picture.
  • Dual HDMI inputs: Make it easy to connect to high-definition sources.
  • 40" - 300" viewable screen size: Allows everyone in the room to enjoy a clear view.
  • Supports a variety of signals: Including 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 480/60p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 576/50p and 1080/50p for a wide range of compatibility options.
  • Manual zoom: Offers setting versatility.
  • 22dB fan noise: Ensures quiet operation.
  • Remote: Enables operation from a distance.
  • Advanced Reality Creation super resolution processing: Helps ensure a lifelike picture.
  • Motionflow technology: Offers Combination mode, which uses Sony's Film Projection and Motion Enhancer capabilities to add frames, reduce blur and maintain brightness in fast-moving scenes.
  • 1800 lumens of brightness: Offer a highly visible display with clear on-screen images.
  • Lens shift: Vertical and horizontal lens shift for the ultimate installation flexibility.
  • 1080p (1920 x 1080) native resolution: Creates a sharp, detailed high-definition picture.
  • Dual HDMI inputs: Make it easy to connect to high-definition sources.
  • 40" - 300" viewable screen size: Allows everyone in the room to enjoy a clear view.
  • Supports a variety of signals: Including 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 480/60p, 720/60p, 720/50p, 576/50p and 1080/50p for a wide range of compatibility options.
  • Manual zoom: Offers setting versatility.
  • 22dB fan noise: Ensures quiet operation.
  • Remote: Enables operation from a distance.
Whats Included
  • 2 AA manganese batteries
  • Lens cover
  • Sony Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector
  • Wireless remote control
  • 2 AA manganese batteries
  • Lens cover
  • Sony Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector
  • Wireless remote control
Product Manuals

Q: I have a streaming channel and i stream with projectors at the moment, but my question is what makes this projector special on the price? how does it differ from a benq h2150st ? both 1080P but this one has less lumens and it cost 1k more.

A: The BenQ does have more Lumens (2,200 vs 1,800) and built-in speakers if moving it around is important to you (wasn't to me). But take a look at the below figures and you'll find out why it costs more. There were other things I factored in, but I researched these models heavily along with 3 other brands priced from $675 to $4,000 and bought the Sony HW45ES. Contrast Ratio: Sony HW45ES - 120,000:1 BenQ HT2150ST - 15,000:1 3D: Sony - Yes BenQ - No Lens Shifting: Sony - Yes BenQ - No Audible Noise: Sony - 22.0dB BenQ - 29.0 dB Lamp Life: Sony - 4,000 hrs. Ecomode increased this to 6,000 hrs BenQ - 3,500 hrs Warranty: Sony - 3 yrs BenQ - 1 yr

Q: Description states 6,000 hour lamp life. That is less than a year of viewing. Is there a replacement bulb for these? Hard to change?

A: Interestedbuyer, You would have to watch over 16 hours per day to get to 6,000 hours in one year (16.4 hours X 365 days = 5,986 hours). Even if you watch "only" 8 hours per day, this bulb would still last over 2 years (8 hours X 365 days = 2,920 hours... 6,000 hours total bulb life / 2,920 hours per year = 2.05 total years of bulb life). Now granted, this does assume you use eco mode the whole time, but it does give a good idea of how much you can watch on one bulb.

Q: Does this come with a ceiling mount adapter? If no, how much? Either way, can it be used with the Chief ceiling mount already installed at my house? Thank you!

A: It does not come with a mount. I was able to use my mount from Sony HS10. Depending on your adapter you may be able to use your mount/adapter. I believe Chief adpters are about $100 if your current mount doesn't have the correct screw configuration.

Q: Why does your web page state this is wireless when it is not? This has caused me unending grief as the best buy salesman used this information to sell me this projector when I needed wireless HDMI.

A: This unit is indeed wireless if you want to miror your android phone or media player to it. Only works with android though not IOS unless you have an Apple TV hooked to the hdmi inputs. If you wanted wireless hdmi Sony sells that as optional equipment, but you'd be better off using another model from best buys at a lot less cost. Both options do degrade the quality and I would never suggest using wireless. You have to plug the projector into the wall, so why not run your hdmi cable to your player or cable box on the same path.

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