Sony 4K Home Theater ES Projector

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VPL-VW1000ES

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Experience Sony's most immersive, awe-inspiring home theater with greater than four times 1080p resolution, anamorphic 3D, and HD to 4K upscaling. Nothing else even comes close.

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Top shelf cinema.

The highest quality picture. The most immersive experience. This is Sony 4K. Sony's SXRD^™ 4K movie theater projector technology delivers greater than four times 1080p resolution, anamorphic 3D, and 1080p to 4K upscaling. Nothing else comes close.

"I am pleased to announce that I have found this year's 'Holy Grail' of a home theater projector...Best overall picture ever to grace my current, or previous home theater...4K is an obvious next step for projectors in the home." – Art Feierman, Projector Reviews

The 4K difference.

With 4096 x 2160 resolution and pixels one quarter the size of traditional 1080p projectors, 4K delivers smooth, lifelike images with fewer artifacts, even on the largest home theater screens (up to 180"). So sit closer to the action – jagged edges and revealed pixels are a thing of the past.

One million served.

A 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 2,000 ANSI lumen brightness, and wide color gamut, the VPL-VW1000ES projects brilliance, no matter where you point it.

Upgrade your HD.

Thought HD was the best? Think again. The VPL-VW1000ES will upscale your favorite HD movies and television shows in 4K with Sony's Reality Creation processing, a proprietary algorithm that makes your best video content look even better than before.

Bye-bye black bars.

Recreate a more authentic cinematic experience with the ability to eliminate black bars during movies. Compatible with external anamorphic lens solutions, the VPL-VW100ES also features Picture Position which allows for anamorphic viewing without the need for an external lens and five customizable presets to choose from.

3D – better and brighter.

Both of the included rechargable 3D glasses (TDG-PJ1) work in perfect harmony with the integrated 3D transmitter and digitally driven panel for bright 3D images almost completely free from crosstalk. The digitally driven panel eliminates crosstalk within the projector before its projected, resulting in clear 3D images with plenty of pop. Plus upscaled 4K, 3D and anamorphic images can all be displayed simultaneously. There's also an optional wired transmitter (TMR-PJ2) that makes it possible to install your projector within an enclosure.

Flexible installation options.

The VPL-VW100ES is designed perform beautifully in almost any home theater or media room. Its throw distance (1.27- 2.73 without picture position and 1.68-2.73 with), 80%V and 31%H shift, plus seamless integration with leading third party control and automation systems, all make the VPL-VW100ES highly adaptable.

Get an astonishingly immersive home theater experience with the same technology and resolution found in high-end, professional 4K movie theaters. 4K resolution is 4096x2160 which is more than 4 times 1080p. Add a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 2,000 ANSI lumen brightness, and wide color gamut and the VPL-VW1000ES pulls you into your favorite movies like no home theater projector you've ever experienced. Thanks to the amazingly high resolution and brightness, you can install a 200" screen and still experience an insanely crisp and bright picture in 2D and all the way up to 150" if you want to watch in 3D. View your favorite HD movies and television shows in 4k with Sony's proprietary upscaling technology. Sony's proprietary Super Resolution algorithm makes your best video content look better than it ever could before. The high contrast and reflectivity panels increase the amount of reflected light providing a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. Seamlessly integrate the VPL-VW1000ES into virtually any major automation system through the bi-directional, industry-standard RS232 or IP connections. Installing the VPL-VW1000ES is easy with its motorized 2.1x zoom, 80(v)/30 (h) motorized shift and flexible throw distance—1.27-2.73 throw distance for 1.78:1 and 1.68-2.73 for 2.35:1 anamorphic zoom using the picture position feature. While the VPLVW1000ES is compatible with external anamorphic lens solutions, it also features "picture position" which allows for anamorphic viewing without the need for an external lens.

An astonishingly immersive home theater experience

Features the same technology and resolution found in high-end, professional 4K movie theaters, providing an astonishingly immersive home theater experience. 4K resolution is 4096x2160. That’s more than 4 times 1080p. Add a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 2,000 ANSI lumen brightness, and wide color gamut and the VPL-VW1000ES pulls you into your favorite movies like no home theater projector you’ve ever experienced.

New 4K SXRD™ Panel Technology

The high contrast and reflectivity panels, increase the amount of reflected light providing a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1.

Multiple anamorphic solutions

While the VPLVW1000ES is compatible with external anamorphic lens solutions, it also features "picture position" which allows for anamorphic viewing without the need for an external lens.

Whisper-quiet fan

Forget that the projector is even in the room. Due to the VPL-VW1000ES’s advanced air discharge system.

Integrated IR 3D Sync Transmitter

No need to wire an external transmitter. The built in IR transmitter can adequately cover most home theaters.

3-year limited warranty

Rest assured that Sony has you covered. All Sony Elevated Standard (ES) projectors enjoy 3-year limited warranties, including a special tech support hotline in case you run into any problems.

Enjoy your favorite High Definition movies and shows in 4K

Watch your favorite HD movies and television shows in 4k with Sony's proprietary upscaling technology. Sony’s proprietary Super Resolution algorithm makes your best video content look better than ever before.

Simple installation

Installing the VPL-VW1000ES is easy with its motorized 2.1x zoom, 80(v)/30 (h) motorized shift and flexible throw distance—1.27-2.73 throw distance for 1.78:1 and 1.68-2.73 for 2.35:1 anamorphic zoom using the picture position feature.

Watch 2D high-definition content in 3D

Add a new dimension to your favorite movies, shows or videos with Sony’s unique 2D to 3D upconversion algorithm, allowing high definition 2D content connected via HDMI to be viewed in immersive Sony 3D.²For the ultimate immersion experience, the VW1000ES can support 3D, upscaled 4K, and anamorphic simultaneously.

Automatic motorized lens protector

The lens cover of the VPL-VW1000ES opens automatically when the projector powers on, then closes when the projector is turned off to prevent dust build-up on the lens.

Smoother, sharper motion

Enjoy smooth, sharp motion with Sony’s Motionflow™ technology with Dark Frame Insertion and 24p True Cinema technologies.

Recommended for up to a 200" screen

Because the VPL-VW1000ES has such high resolution and brightness, you can install a 200" screen and still experience an astonishingly crisp and bright picture in 2D. (Up to 150" if you want to use 3D.)

Integrate into virtually any home automation system

Seamlessly integrate the VPL-VW1000ES into virtually any major automation system through the bi-directional, industry-standard RS232 or IP connections.

Immersive, vibrant picture for any environment

By simply choosing the appropriate preset, the VPL-VW1000ES’s 2,000 ANSI lm brightness and color gamut can be adjusted for the ideal picture quality in any environment—whether gaming or watching sports in a lit room, or enjoying movies in a dark theater.

Powerful picture calibration features

Quickly calibrate your picture to the type of content you’re enjoying with nine unique modes including a variety of cinema, gaming, photo and user customizable pre-sets.

153 Zone Panel Alignment

153 zone, 1/10th pixel step, panel alignment ensures a sharp image.

Product Specifications

Display

Native Resolution : 4K - 4096 x 2160
Screen Size : 60"-200" recommended
Aspect Ratio : 17:9
Display Resolution : 4096 � 2160 (Full 4K)

General Features

Acceptable Computer Signals : fH: 19 to 72 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz, fV: 60 Hz
Information Menu : Horizontal and Vertical frequency display
Input A : D-sub 15 Pin, Analog RGB/Component
Lens Control : Motorized focus, shift and zoom with servo/memory
Standby Mode : Yes
Vertical Keystone : Yes

TV System

Color System : Auto, NTSC, PAL, SECAM

3D Features

2D to 3D Conversion : Yes
3D Glasses Brightness Adjustment : 2 Modes, Standard and High
Digitally Driven Panel : Yes
Effect Adjustment(s) : Yes
Format(s) : Frame Packing/ Side by Side/ Over-Under/Simulated 3D/ESPN 3D format/ 720p / 60 SBS
Signal : (HDMI inputs only) 1080:24p/60p/50p/60i/50i ; 720:60p/50p
Simulated 3D : Yes
Transmitter : Built-in with the option for external

Display Features

Display Technology : SXRD™ Technology

Inputs and Outputs

12V Trigger Output(s) : Mini Jack - Power On: DC 12V, output impedance: 4.7 kilohms Power Off: 0V (Two, selectable power / anamorphic zoom.)
3D Sync : 1 (Side) RJ45
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 2 (Side): 1 (RCAx3), 1 (15 Pin HD)
HDMI™ Connection(s) (Total) : 2 (Side) Digital RGB/Y/Cb(Pb)Cr(Pr) with PC timing support¹
IR Input(s) : 1 (Side)
PC Video Input(s) : Yes
RS-232C Input(s) : Yes
RS232 Control : Yes
Remote Network Connection(s) : 1 (Side) RS-232C: D-sub 9-pin (female)

Video

Brightness : 2000 Lumens
Contrast Ratio : 1,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast
Deep Color : Yes
Picture Modes : 9 modes
Video Calibration Settings : 11 Gamma Modes Independent settings for 2D & 3D viewing

Convenience Features

Auto Input Search : Yes
BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
IR Receiver : Front & Rear, Front, Rear
Image Flip : HV, H, V, Off
Multiple Language Display : 15 languages (including English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese)
Power Save Mode : Yes
Remote Control : Yes (RM-PJ22)
Test Pattern : Yes

General

Integration Partner : Yes (Control4 Certified, AMX Device Discovery, Crestron Integrated Partner, Savant Partner in Excellence, RTI & URC)
Lens : 4K All Range Crisp Focus (ARC-F)
Projection Picture Size : 60" to 300" measured diagonally

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term : Product Warranty - Limited 3 Years Parts and Labor except the lamp. Lamp Warranty - 90 Days from date of purchase.

Video Features

Color Space : Supports sRGB (Rec 709), DCI, Adobe RGB
3D Anamorphic : Yes, via picture position or external lens
4K resolution upscaling : Yes - 3840 x 2160 (QFHD)
Acceptable Video Signals : Composite video, Y/C video, 15 kHz (RGB/Component) 50/60Hz; Progressive component 50/60 Hz; DTV (480/60i, 480/60p, 575/50i, 575/50p, 720/50p, 720/60p, 1080P24sF(48i),1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/60i), HDMI inputs only: 1080/60p, 1080/24p
Anamorphic : Yes, lens-less anamorphic via picture position
Deep Color : Yes
Film Mode : Yes
Lens Shift Function : Yes 80(v), 30(h)
Motionflow™ Technology : Yes (120 Hz with Dark Frame Insertion)
Picture Position : Yes, 5 Modes (including lens-less anamorphic)
Pixel Alignment : Yes, 1/10" Pixel increments, 153 zones
Title Area Control : Yes
Vertical Position : Yes
Video Processing : Optional
Wide Mode : Yes
x.v.Color™ Technology : Yes

In the Box

AC Cord

Remote Control (RM-PJ22)
Size AA batteries x 2

Instruction Manual
(2) 3D Glasses: TDG-PJ1

Product Profile

Support

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Product Warranty

Limited Warranty

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VPL-VW1000ES 3.5 5 2 2

Anamorphic Sony doesn't mention that this projector doesn't support external anamorphic lens future. Zooming is not the same as external anamorphic lens. I hope Sony will fix this, otherwise pro users will be disappointed. March 11, 2013

4K HEAVEN So looking beyond the deep blue waters it is hard to imagine the future and just how much better it possibly could get from here. The 1000ES has surpassed all of my expectations. Sure many will say it is expensive but when has being on the cutting edge of technology been cheap? With the 1000ES finding the "sweet spot" is just not necassary. The front row looks just as good as the back row! Now the only "sweet spot" is either by the rest room or the popcorn machine. The term "Screen Door Effect" is now extinct with the 1000ES. The best seat in the house is any seat. The Sony VPL-VW1000ES has proved there definitely is a next level beyond 1080p. At least we will be ready when Blu ray 4K shows up. Until then we can still enjoy the first rate eye candy of the 1000ES. No matter where you sit the 1000ES puts you either in the MOVIE or at the GAME! I was just telling Jaclyn it's been awhile since I've seen a night and day difference. Probably not since 720p to 1080p. Well, here it is... October 26, 2012

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Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Telecommunications Industry Association.

1. Requires 3D content, 3D player, 3D glasses, and HDMI^® cable (at least 10.2 Gbps).

2. Simulated 3D image will vary based on source content.

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