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Name: Sony - Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 5368900
Price: 1999.98 USD
Rating: 4.7 (122 reviews)

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

Model:: VPLHW45ES; |
SKU:: 5368900

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QuestionI 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.
Asked 8 years ago by josegaucinoffcialyoutube.
- Answer 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
  Answered 8 years ago by Kris
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QuestionDescription states 6,000 hour lamp life. That is less than a year of viewing. Is there a replacement bulb for these? Hard to change?
Asked 9 years ago by Interestedbuyer.
- Answer 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.
  Answered 9 years ago by MathLiterate
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QuestionDoes 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!
Asked 8 years ago by ChrisV.
- Answer 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.
  Answered 8 years ago by Rick152
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QuestionDoes this VPL-HW45ES model accept 4K content? The output display may not be 4K ( still be 1080p) but if a 4K content is played, will it work?
Asked 8 years ago by Lucky.
- Answer yes it does,just like john says.The ones that say no,mustn't have actually tried it.
  Answered 6 years ago by badiggio
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QuestionWhy 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.
Asked 9 years ago by Madcustomer.
- Answer 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.
  Answered 9 years ago by MovieMan
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QuestionCan you recommend the model and make of the OEM lamp that comes with the projector or compatible replacement? I’ve gotten a lot of use out of the original Bob. I would like to replace it with the same.
Asked 11 months ago by Tex.
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QuestionI connected the sony projector thru sony receiver. When i connect roku to receiver port the sound and video plays flawlessly. When i switch to amazon firestick, it displays only video but no sound. Tried factory reset firestick still no go. Pls help.
Asked 3 years ago by Dosanjh.
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QuestionIn which country is this manufactured?
Asked 4 years ago by 123Isabella.
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QuestionWill this projector throw up to 18 feet. Any issues with quality of picture at that throw distance?
Asked 4 years ago by Darkknight.
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QuestionI’ve had mine for 3 years and have 3500 hours on the oem bulb. Always in high. Can’t complain. It’s just starting to show a little too much white where you can start to notice. But easily get another 500 hours or more on it.
Asked 5 years ago by Terry.
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QuestionCan I use this projector with just a white wall? Or do I need a ceiling mount obligatory in order to work?
Asked 5 years ago by Joane.
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QuestionHow can I connect to WiFi from this unit? Is it build in speaker? Can I stream my fire stick with this projector? I use a lot of Netflix and YouTube.
Asked 5 years ago by Joane.
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Questioncan i hook up this projector to an outdoor Antenna
Asked 5 years ago by Jose.
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QuestionContrast ratio?
Asked 5 years ago by MovieCraze.
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QuestionIs a white screen or black screen better for this projector?
Asked 6 years ago by Coach1167.
- Answer Actually a gray with black back. The picture is sharper and the colors stay true, they dont saturate and blacks can stay true.
  Answered 6 years ago by Gary
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QuestionWe purchased a Sony VPL-HW45ES projector. Is this compatible with a cable?
Asked 6 years ago by Andrea.
- Answer Hi, Andrea! The VPLHW45ES supports 2 HDMI input. Which means if the cable box from your cable provider can connect via HDMI, then it should be compatible. -Sam
  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes this projector have the capability to mirror phone
Asked 6 years ago by Ad.
- Answer Hi, Ad! Unfortunately, it doesn't have screen mirroring capability. ~Ralph
  Answered 6 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionHow much weight can it have on top of it
Asked 6 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer None.... hang it if u can.
  Answered 6 years ago by Gary
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QuestionIs there any way to attach a cat 5 cord to run a drop-down screen automatically?
Asked 6 years ago by Quijote.
- Answer The specs say it has ethernet and HDMI - is it true it does not?
  Answered 6 years ago by Bogue
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QuestionMy PS4 is hooked up in my theater room HDMI cable to my Onkyo receiver than to my Sony HW45ES projector. I turn on the PS4 it will show blue screen than shut off flashing HDMI 1. Not on long enough to allow me to adjust the resolution settings ps4. Ideas?
Asked 6 years ago by PHX6984.
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Sony - Home Cinema VPL 1080p HD SXRD Projector - Black

Q: QuestionI 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.

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

Q: QuestionDoes 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!

Q: QuestionDoes this VPL-HW45ES model accept 4K content? The output display may not be 4K ( still be 1080p) but if a 4K content is played, will it work?

Q: QuestionWhy 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.

Q: QuestionCan you recommend the model and make of the OEM lamp that comes with the projector or compatible replacement? I’ve gotten a lot of use out of the original Bob. I would like to replace it with the same.

Q: QuestionI connected the sony projector thru sony receiver. When i connect roku to receiver port the sound and video plays flawlessly. When i switch to amazon firestick, it displays only video but no sound. Tried factory reset firestick still no go. Pls help.

Q: QuestionIn which country is this manufactured?

Q: QuestionWill this projector throw up to 18 feet. Any issues with quality of picture at that throw distance?

Q: QuestionI’ve had mine for 3 years and have 3500 hours on the oem bulb. Always in high. Can’t complain. It’s just starting to show a little too much white where you can start to notice. But easily get another 500 hours or more on it.

Q: QuestionCan I use this projector with just a white wall? Or do I need a ceiling mount obligatory in order to work?

Q: QuestionHow can I connect to WiFi from this unit? Is it build in speaker? Can I stream my fire stick with this projector? I use a lot of Netflix and YouTube.

Q: Questioncan i hook up this projector to an outdoor Antenna

Q: QuestionContrast ratio?

Q: QuestionIs a white screen or black screen better for this projector?

Q: QuestionWe purchased a Sony VPL-HW45ES projector. Is this compatible with a cable?

Q: QuestionDoes this projector have the capability to mirror phone

Q: QuestionHow much weight can it have on top of it

Q: QuestionIs there any way to attach a cat 5 cord to run a drop-down screen automatically?

Q: QuestionMy PS4 is hooked up in my theater room HDMI cable to my Onkyo receiver than to my Sony HW45ES projector. I turn on the PS4 it will show blue screen than shut off flashing HDMI 1. Not on long enough to allow me to adjust the resolution settings ps4. Ideas?

QuestionI 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.

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

QuestionDoes 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!

QuestionDoes this VPL-HW45ES model accept 4K content? The output display may not be 4K ( still be 1080p) but if a 4K content is played, will it work?

QuestionWhy 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.

QuestionCan you recommend the model and make of the OEM lamp that comes with the projector or compatible replacement? I’ve gotten a lot of use out of the original Bob. I would like to replace it with the same.

QuestionI connected the sony projector thru sony receiver. When i connect roku to receiver port the sound and video plays flawlessly. When i switch to amazon firestick, it displays only video but no sound. Tried factory reset firestick still no go. Pls help.

QuestionIn which country is this manufactured?

QuestionWill this projector throw up to 18 feet. Any issues with quality of picture at that throw distance?

QuestionI’ve had mine for 3 years and have 3500 hours on the oem bulb. Always in high. Can’t complain. It’s just starting to show a little too much white where you can start to notice. But easily get another 500 hours or more on it.

QuestionCan I use this projector with just a white wall? Or do I need a ceiling mount obligatory in order to work?

QuestionHow can I connect to WiFi from this unit? Is it build in speaker? Can I stream my fire stick with this projector? I use a lot of Netflix and YouTube.

Questioncan i hook up this projector to an outdoor Antenna

QuestionContrast ratio?

QuestionIs a white screen or black screen better for this projector?

QuestionWe purchased a Sony VPL-HW45ES projector. Is this compatible with a cable?

QuestionDoes this projector have the capability to mirror phone

QuestionHow much weight can it have on top of it

QuestionIs there any way to attach a cat 5 cord to run a drop-down screen automatically?

QuestionMy PS4 is hooked up in my theater room HDMI cable to my Onkyo receiver than to my Sony HW45ES projector. I turn on the PS4 it will show blue screen than shut off flashing HDMI 1. Not on long enough to allow me to adjust the resolution settings ps4. Ideas?