- The PLV-Z700 is a Full HD LCD projector providing 1080p resolution for today's highest definition sources and a $1995 price for a new benchmark in projector value - The industry's most versatile lens-shifting system allows placement of the projector virtually anywhere
CHATSWORTH, Calif., Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- SANYO, one of the world's
largest manufacturers of LCD and DLP presentation systems introduces a new
Full HD LCD projector for popular residential applications, such as home
theaters and media rooms. While the PLV-Z700 is SANYO's entry-level projector
it is equipped with a state-of-the-art Full 1080p HD 3LCD panel, the most
advanced lens-shifting technology in the industry, a new variable iris, and
SANYO's 3D color management system. The PLV-Z700 will be shipping in October
2008 with a MSRP of only $1,995.00.
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"Our entry-level Full HD projector addresses the increased interest in
projection systems for home-based entertainment systems due to the rapid
growth of high resolution material, from Blu-ray discs, HD game consoles and
digital camcorders," says Mark Holt, the Vice President and General Manager
for SANYO's Presentation Technologies Division. "SANYO recognizes this trend
toward affordable higher quality video and the PLV-Z700 is capable of
projecting large, beautiful images anywhere and now for more Americans."
The PLV-Z700 is one of SANYO's least expensive projectors designed for
residential installations, offering a Full HD panel providing 1920 x 1080
resolution from high definition sources such as Blu-ray discs, HD camcorders,
a wide variety of video on-demand services plus paid TV services from cable
and satellite companies, in addition to terrestrial-based HD broadcasts.
Outfitted with an extremely versatile lens-shifting function, the PLV-Z700
can effectively adjust the equivalent of 3 screens vertically and 2 screens
horizontally. Combined with the 2x zoom, which allows for an extremely long or
short focus, it is possible to create a large screen projection virtually
anywhere, even in small rooms such as dens or bedrooms.
The new variable iris offers rapid adjustments that control the amount of
light projected on the screen every 1/60th of a second. By permitting ultra,
fast-acting lens adjustment, the PLV-Z700 is capable of providing the most
optimal light level at all times. Factor in a high contrast ratio of 10,000:1,
along with the more advanced variable iris; this projector is capable of
creating incredibly rich, and deep black color reproduction. The iris noise
has been reduced to ensure greater enjoyment and cinematic-like immersion in
quiet or silent scenes of a movie.
The PLV-Z700 also incorporates SANYO's 3D color management system that
address changes in color phase and color level to obtain perfect color
reproduction. This new color management system was designed to optimize the
potential of Deep Color via the projectors two HDMI 1.3 inputs. Other features
include an electronic shutter that protects the lens from dust when not in use
and a whisper quiet fan, rated at only 21dB. Five video modes (Brilliant
Cinema/Creative Cinema/Natural/Living/Dynamic) provide pre-calibration for
various genres of video material.
Other Specifications
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Native Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Color range: 1.07 billion (10 bit)
Brightness: 1,200 ANSI lumens (Dynamic Video Mode)
Contrast Ratio: 10,000:1 (Dynamic Video Mode)
Projection Lamp: UHP 165W
Screen Size: Minimum 40", Maximum 300" (with projection distance of
approx 4-60 feet)
Projection Lens: Manual Zoom 1-2.0x (f=22.6-45.3mm, F2.0-F3.0)
Video Modes: 5 (Brilliant Cinema/Creative Cinema/Natural/Living/Dynamic)
Noise output: 21 dBA (Cinema Black Mode)
PC I/O: Mini D-sub 15-pin, analog RGB
Video Input: HDMI x 2 (ver1.3b w/Deep Color), Component (Y/Cb/Cr) x 2,
Composite (RCA) x 1, S-Video x 1
Dimensions: 15.75 (W) x 5.75 (H) x 13.6 (D) inches
Weight: 16.5 lbs
The PLV-Z700 will be shipping in October 2008 with a MSRP of $1995.00 and
SANYO will be premiering it at the IFA 2008 Show in Berlin, Germany from
August 29 to September 3.
About SANYO
SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in
providing solutions for the environment, energy and for lifestyle applications
based on its brand vision 'Think GAIA'. SANYO Fisher Company (a division of
SANYO North America Corporation, a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.),
based in Chatsworth, California, markets digital projectors, digital still
cameras, digital media camcorders, home appliances, security video equipment,
audio systems, portable and mobile electronics and HD televisions. For more
information on SANYO's complete line of projectors please call 888-495-3452 or
visit http://www.sanyoPROJECTORS.com.
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