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TECHNOLOGY SPECIAL | 17
Projecting the future Rebecca Paddick tests the VPL-FHZ55 WUXGA, Sony’s fi rst 3LCD laser projector
ABOVE & BELOW: Sony's VPL-FHZ55 isn't cheap but it is a case of you get what you pay for
WUXGA resolution (1920 x 1200) – higher than Full HD, producing superb image quality. Designed for universities and corporate
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boardrooms, although if you can justify the price, it could be used in just about any environment, the 3LCD BrightEra Technology delivers exceptionally bright, high contrast pictures. Sony claims that, thanks to the laser light source, long life LCD panel and advanced fi lter system, the VPL-FHZ55 off ers up to 20,000 hours operation without maintenance or replacement – far higher than traditional projection lamps. Virtually zero maintenance requirements and a range of energy-saving features also claim to reduce total lifetime ownership costs compared with conventional UHP projectors.
At £4,400 this piece of kit doesn’t come cheap, but it is a case of you get what you pay for. If you’re looking to impress with your content then this projector will instantly engage an audience with stunning visuals.
s the world’s fi rst ‘lamp-free’ 3LCD laser projector, Sony’s VPL- FHZ55 had a lot to live up to, and it didn’t disappoint. The 3LCD imaging technology achieves 4,000 lumens of colour light output at
FUNCTIONALITY ✥ Start-up time is just six seconds. ✥ Wide range of inputs, including HDMI. ✥ Generous zoom, throw and lens shift adjustments give more fl exibility for positioning the projector where you need it: close to ceilings, near the screen or even horizontally off set. ✥ Install the projector at any angle – even on its side or upside down. ✥ Easily correct image geometry for natural-looking projections – even on curved, convex or concave surfaces.
GREEN CREDENTIALS ✥ Auto dimming – projector brightness is gradually reduced automatically if there is no input signal, or after a pre-set time. ✥ Auto brightness – laser output power adjusts automatically depending on picture content, saving energy when dark scenes are being projected. ✥ Power saving picture mute – touch a but on on the projector remote and the pictures are muted instantly, cut ing brightness by 95% and reducing power consumption.
VALUE ✥ The laser light source typically off ers 20,000 hours of operation, when the light dimming function is activated. ✥ The range of energy-saving features mentioned above reduces total lifetime ownership costs compared to conventional UHP projectors. ✥ According to Sony: “virtually no maintenance required.” ✥ Comes supplied with a support pack when sold in the EU, which off ers extra services including a fi ve- year warranty and telephone helpdesk support. iE
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