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ES Home Theater 3D Projector

Model number: VPL-HW30ES
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Features: 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 1300 ANSI lumen brightness, 240Hz panel drive, dynamic lamp control, independent 2D and 3D calibration, Full HD 1080p, whisper-quiet fan

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A room with a 3D view.

Turn any space into the ultimate home cinema with the versatile Sony VPL-HW30ES. It projects stunning 1080p 2D and 3D performance12 with a bright, vibrant picture, plus a 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, SXRD™ panel technology, 2D to 3D upscaling13, and control system compatibility with a whisper-quiet fan.

"Even without taking price into consideration, it's a great projector. And when you do take price into consideration, it's fantastic." – Geoffrey Morrison, Sound & Vision Magazine

Picture perfect.

Want the perfect picture in your home theater? You'll get rich, deep black levels via 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. And with 1,300 ANSI lumen brightness, you can project brilliantly even when there's ambient light. Nine pre-calibrated picture modes ensure movies, sports and video games always look amazing.

Turn 2D into 3D.

Add a new dimension to any high definition 2D content. Sony's unique 2D to 3D up-conversion algorithm lets you view your favorite HD movies, shows, or videos in immersive Sony 3D12, 13.

3D – better and brighter.

Optional rechargeable 3D glasses and transmitter work in perfect harmony with Sony's dynamic lamp control technology to provide vibrant, cinema-quality brightness levels to 3D entertainment.

Smooth operator.

Keep your motion smooth and sharp. With Sony's Motionflow™ technology with Dark Frame Insertion and 24p True Cinema™ technologies you'll avoid pixilated or blurred motion.

Enjoy a true home cinema experience with the Sony VPL-HW30ES ES (Elevated Standard) 3D projector1. A bright, vibrant picture, plus a 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and whisper-quiet fan make it perfect for the living room. With SXRD® technology, 2D to 3D (with optional accessories) upscaling2, and control system compatibility, this projector provides affordable, cinema-style home entertainment. Three-year limited warranty also included.

Immersive, vibrant picture

Enjoy an immersive picture with deep black levels in just about any home theater environment through the VPLHW30ES’s 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 1,300 ANSI lumen brightness.

Watch standard HD content in 3D

Add a new dimension to your favorite movies, shows or videos with Sony’s unique 2D to 3D up-conversion algorithm, allowing any high definition 2D content connected via HDMI to be viewed in immersive Sony 3D when used with optional glasses and transmitter.2

Controllable over RS232

Seamlessly integrate the VPLHW30ES into virtually any major automation system via the bi-directional, industry-standard RS232 connection

Three-year limited warranty

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

240Hz for a better 3D picture

The 240Hz panel drive, along with dynamic lamp control technology, minimizes 3D crosstalk. This greatly diminishes the possibility of ghosting when watching 3D.

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 standard pre-sets.

Smoother, sharper motion

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

Cinema-like 3D brightness

Sony’s dynamic lamp control technology and rechargeable 3D glasses (not supplied) work together perfectly to establish vibrant, cinema-quality brightness levels on your favorite 3D movies and shows.1

Whisper-quiet fan

Forget that the projector is even in the room. Due to the VPLHW30ES’s advanced air discharge system, Sony’s whisper-quiet fan emits only 22db during show time.

Integrates into challenging rooms

The VPL-HW30ES can be adjusted to fit complex rooms with its 1.6x manual zoom, and horizontal and vertical shift features and 1/10th pixel step panel alignment

Product Specifications

General Features

  • Acceptable Computer Signals : fH: 19 to 72 kHz, fV: 48 to 92 Hz, fV: 60 Hz

Operating Conditions

  • Operating Humidity : 35 to 85% (no condensation)
  • Operating Temperature : 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 16" x 7.1" x 18.3"

3D Features

  • 2D to 3D Conversion : Yes
  • 3D : 3D-Ready
  • Brightness : Dynamic Lamp Control
  • Effect Adjustment(s) : Yes
  • Format(s) : Supports Frame Packing, Side by Side, and Over Under formats ( see Acceptable Video Signals)

Inputs and Outputs

  • 3D Sync : 1 (RJ45)
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s) : 1 In
  • HDMI™ Connection(s) : 2 In
  • IR Input(s) : Yes
  • PC Video Input(s) : Yes
  • RS-232C Input(s) : Yes
  • RS232 Control : 2 Way Control

Video

  • Brightness : 1,300 Lumens
  • Contrast Ratio : 70,000:1 Dynamic Contrast
  • Picture Modes : 9 Modes for 2D and 3D (Dynamic, Standard, Cinema 1-3, Game, Photo, and User 1-2)
  • Picture Settings : Independent 2D and 3D Picture Settings
  • Video Calibration Settings : 9 gamma adjustments, Black and White Level Adjustments, Real Color Processing v2 including Luminance Adjustment

General

  • Integration Partner : Control4 Certified, AMX Device Discovery Beacon/ Crestron Integration Partner
  • Lens : All range Crisp focus (ARC-F) Lens
  • Projection Picture Size : 40 to 300 inches (1,016mm to 7,620mm) (measured diagonally)

Installation Features

  • Focus : Yes- Manual
  • Shift : Yes- Manual
  • Shift Range : V: +/- 0.65V; H: +/- 0.25H
  • Ultra Low Fan Noise : 22dB
  • Zoom : Yes- Manual 1.6X

Video Features

  • Acceptable Video Signals : 2D: 480/60i, 576/50i, 480/60p, 576/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/50i, 1080/24psF (48i), 720/60p, 720/50p, 1080/60p, 1080/50p, 1080/24p, 720/60p (Frame Packing), 720/50p (Frame Packing), 1080/24p (Frame Packing). 3D: 1080/24p FP/O/U, 1080/60p, 50p SBS/O/U, 1080/60i, 50i SBS, 720/60p, 50p FP/SBS O/U
  • Advanced Iris : Yes- Auto
  • Deep Color : Yes
  • Film Mode : 24P Film Mode
  • Lens Shift Function : Yes (Manual)
  • Motionflow™ Technology : Yes with Dark Frame Insertion
  • Panel Driver : 240Hz
  • Video Processing : Yes with Block and Mosquito Noise Reduction 12Bit
  • x.v.Color™ Technology : Yes

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VPL-HW30ES 4 5 1 1
ES 3d projector Very good experience with life like images with full hd resolution but it is not passive 3d like cinemas so you will lost the connection if someone disturb the signal and you also need to buy 3d glasses separately. If someone enjoying the movie with friends and family then he have need lot of expensive 3D active glasses instead of cheaper passive glasses and need to charging these glasses but image quality is superb and like real life. September 8, 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, 3D Transmitter and HDMI® cable (at least 10.2 Gbps)- all not supplied.

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

© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, the Sony make.believe logo, SXRD, and Motionflow are trademarks of Sony. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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 (www.eiae.org).

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