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Panasonic White Home Theater Projector - PT-AX200U

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Panasonic PT-AX200U White Home Theater Projector - PTAX200/ 2,000-Lumen Brightness/ Pure Color Filter/ Dynamic Iris/ Smooth Screen Technology/ Advanced Dynamic Sharpness Control/ 6,000:1 Contrast Ratio/ 1280 x 720 Pixels (1920 x 1080 Pixels With Compression)/ White Finish

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Panasonic PT-AX200U White Home Theater Projector, Model PTAX200

The PT-AX200 is ideal for watching sports events or playing video games in daylight conditions and surely for viewing movies in a dark room. Powerful 2,000-lumen brightness and new Light Harmonizer 2 technology make it easy for people to enjoy vibrant, dynamic images even if they don't have a special theater room. Panasonic's advanced technologies improve color reproduction accuracy in movies, to deliver images with a refined "Hollywood picture quality," making this projector ideal as the heart of a home cinema system.

Features:

2,000-Lumen Brightness -- Brightest in its Class
Panasonic developed an extremely powerful lamp to realize an outstanding brightness of 2,000 lumens, brightest in its class
Light Harmonizer 2 Brings Crisp Picture in Various Lightings
Together with the 2,000-lumens brightness, Panasonic's Light Harmonizer 2 technology produces vivid and easy to see images even in the kind of bright lighting that makes images from other projectors look whitish, faded or lacking in detail. In addition, it has a built-in ambient light sensor (ALS) that measures the amount of light in your room to optimize the picture quality at different lighting conditions. Light Harmonizer 2 circuit not only adjusts the gamma curve, but also controls iris setting, lamp power, and picture sharpness to maintain easy, comfortable viewing at all times
Game Mode for Stress-Free Playing
The PT-AX200 features a "Game" mode that improves signal processing for better response, allowing you to play games with minimal stress. It also reveals gradation in saturated areas to show detail that are otherwise lost in very dark areas
Cinema 1 Mode Offers Hollywood Picture Quality
Panasonic worked with experts in Hollywood -- the movie capital of the world -- to create the ideal image reproduction for viewing movies. This allows the PT-AX200 to deliver true Hollywood picture quality, with images that faithfully express the director's artistic intent
Pure Color Filter
The Pure Color Filter was born from Panasonic's pursuit of optical technology that delivers true Hollywood picture quality. The light spectrum is adjusted to produce a level of light that maximizes the performance of the LCD panels, which expands the color range and produces truer blacks
Smooth Screen Technology
Developed exclusively by Panasonic, this effectively reduces the black lines between pixels that mar picture quality. The high definition picture of the PT-AX200 is remarkably smooth and film-like, while remaining amazingly sharp and detailed
Dynamic Iris
Dynamic Iris has been refined to provide deeper, richer blacks needed for true image reproduction with stunning smoothness. This technology adjusts the lamp power, iris, and gamma curve according to data obtained from frame-by-frame histogram analysis of the image brightness level
Advanced Dynamic Sharpness Control
The new Advanced Dynamic Sharpness Control determines image areas that need to be sharpened at varying degrees by examining small changes in brightness levels within the image. This greatly reduces noise amplification and delivers clear and natural looking images

Specifications:

Power supply: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 290 W (Approx. 0.08 W in standby mode with fan stopped)
LCD panel
- Panel size: 0.7-1/2" (17.78 mm) diagonally
- Aspect ratio: 16:9 aspect ratio
- Display method: Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B)
- Pixels: 921,600 (1280 x 720) x 3, total of 2,764,800 pixels
Lens: Manual zoom (2x)/Manual focus, F 1.9 - 3.1, f 21.7 mm - 43.1 mm
Lamp: 220 W UHM™ lamp
Brightness: 2,000 lumens
Contrast: 6,000:1 (full on/full off)
Resolution: RGB: 1280 x 720 pixels (1920 x 1080 pixels with compression)
YPBPR signal compatibility
- 480i (525i), 480p (525p), 576i (625i), 576p (625p), 720 (750)/50p, 720 (750)/60p, 1,080 (1,125)/24p, 1,080 (1,125)/50i, 1,080 (1,125)/50p, 1,080 (1,125)/60i, 1,080 (1,125)/60p
Color system: NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL 60, SECAM
Optical axis shift: Horizontal ±25% and vertical ±63%
Keystone correction range: Vertical: approx. ±30°
Terminals
- HDMI In: HDMI connector x 2
- Computer In: D-sub HD 15-pin (female) x 1
- Component In: RCA pin (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) x 1
- S-Video In: Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
- Video In: RCA pin x 1
- Serial: Mini DIN 8-pin x 1 (RS-232C based)

Approximate Dimensions:

Width: 15-17/32"
Height: 4-13/32"
Depth: 11-25/32"

Approximate Weight:

Unit: 10.8 lbs
Shipping: 15 lbs

Warranty Information:

Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer): 1 year parts and labor

LED	No
HDMI Input	Yes
PC Connection	Yes
Width	15.53
Height	4.41
Depth	11.78

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Product Review Summary

5.0 (based on 13 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Bright (9)
Quiet (8)
Adjustable (7)
Lightweight (7)
Durable (6)
Easy To Set Up (4)

Cons

Best Uses

Den (6)
Home (4)
Movies (4)

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5.0

Simply Awesome!!!

Reviewed by jloknload (Gearhead) from Deployed ISO of OIF on Jul 16, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I am currently deployed and I use this with my Xbox360 to play games and my Macbook pro to watch movies and webchat in my room. The Gaming mode makes the game look so clear and bright. And watching movie using the projector is awesome. I haven't found any faults with the projector yet. All the guys that see this gwak and they are looking to purchase a projector also.

Pros:	Adjustable, Bright, Quiet
Best Uses:	GAMING and MOVIES

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5.0

AMAZING!!!!!

Reviewed by Mike (Tech Savvy) from Edmond, OK on Feb 19, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I replaced my PT-AE700 with this projector and was blown away. It is absolutely the best deal going. I highly recommend this projector and this company. It was easy to install and picture quality is awesome. I have it in a theater room with a 110" screen. Don't let the price fool you. The ajustable lens is a real plus. Get it!

Pros:

Bright, Durable, Adjustable, Quiet, Long Lasting, Lightweight

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4.0

Excellent home theater projector

Reviewed by nada (Tech Savvy) from Pismo Beach, CA on Feb 15, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Picture is fantastic. Multiple HDMI inputs are a plus. Much quieter than our previous projector.

Pros:	Bright, Quiet
Best Uses:	Home Theater, Den

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4.0

Nice view on 120" screen

Reviewed by BFD fire guys (Tech Savvy) from Bentonville, Arkansas on Jan 28, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Use with a 120" screen in a fire department lounge. Great for the HD football games!

Pros:	Bright, Quiet
Best Uses:	Productivity, Professional, Den

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5.0

No.1 Projector in the price range

Reviewed by Nelson (Tech Savvy) from Dallas, TX on Jan 18, 2010

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I installed more than 10 already Easy setting (Best in the world) Lens shifting just like a joystick Focusing very easy Best contrast ratio for the price Best luminous 2000 I am an installer last 3 years no complaint about this projector. I am really proud of Panasonic making such a awesome projector.

Pros:

Long Lasting, Bright, Adjustable, Lightweight, Durable

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5.0

Awesome projector from a good retailer

Reviewed by asdf (Gearhead) from Phoenix, AZ on Dec 21, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Pros: This projector is the one to get if you are a gamer who lives in hotels like I do. With my PS3 and the projector game mode I am one fraggin dude. This baby is bright and the colors are gorgeous. Cons: The lamp life is a bit shorter than most projectors in its class and more expensive to replace. So far so good but I have heard rumors the quality of the picture goes down very quickly once the lamp is on the backend of its life.

Pros:	Adjustable, Quiet, Bright, Lightweight
Best Uses:	Den, Hotel Room Gaming
Cons:	Short lamp life

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5.0

Excellent Projector

Reviewed by Nimbus (Tech Savvy) from Dallas, Texas on Sep 29, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I am very satisfied with this Panasonic projector. After much research and deliberation, this system offers the most flexibility, brightness, and resolution for the price. I have enjoyed using the projector on a homemade screen out by my swimming pool. The projector's lamp is bright enough to fill a 6'x10' screen with a bright cinematic picture, even outside with significant ambient landscape lighting. Color accuracy is good and the HD upconversion is absolutely stunning. This is a very flexible system for people who want to place the projector very far or near the screen.

Best Uses:	Den, Outdoor Poolside
Pros:	Long Lasting, Lightweight, Bright, Quiet, Adjustable, Durable

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5.0

Awesome

Reviewed by Tony P. (Tech Savvy) from Norridge, Illinois on Jun 25, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Easy to set up and use. Beautiful picture. Economical price.

Best Uses:	Den
Pros:	Long Lasting, Adjustable, Bright, Lightweight, Quiet, Durable

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5.0

Awesome Picture Even During Daylight [..

Reviewed by LT (Tech Savvy) from Houston, TX on May 05, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I have owned this projector since November of 2008. This is the first projector I have purchased, so needless to say I have did a ton of research since you can't just run down to Best Buy and compare models side by side. I use this projector in a multi-purpose fashion, meaning it is used for everything from the Sunday afternoon Football game, to Wii/Playstation, and Blu Ray movies. Even in the middle of the day in a room with three 3x6 windows with only 2" slat blinds covering them, I can get enjoyment from anything projected. Wait till the evening and pop a movie in and the picture is awesome. The blacks are very good, and the brightness can't be beat. This is paired with a 106" Elite screen and can't be happier. I don't know how much would be gained by spending the extra cash on a Stewart screen or going to 1080p projector. For under a grand you absolutely positively can't go wrong.

Best Uses:	Den
Cons:	None So Far
Pros:	Quiet, Adjustable, Bright, Easy Install

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5.0

panasonic pt-ax200u projector

Reviewed by Jime the Runner (Casual User) from Klamath Falls, OR on Jan 26, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

The picture is great, it isbetter than I imagined it would be. You still get a good picture with all of the lights on. With blue-ray I don't see why anyone would buy a TV. I have an 8 foot by 5 foot screen. Much larger than any tv. and the picture is phenomenal.

Cons:	Is kinda large
Best Uses:	Movies, Home
Pros:	Sharp Picture, Powerful, Good Focus, Easy To Set Up

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5.0

Excellent recommendation from our son

Reviewed by Chicago boy (Casual User) from Chicago, IL. on Jan 20, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We were greatly impressed with the picture when we first saw it with our son. After checking the specification and price with other models we purchased it. It is a very good picture and excellent for its price. I would recommend it for anyone. We found it a great alternative to a TV. A smaller box but with a much bigger picture.

Pros:	Easy To Set Up, Good Focus, Powerful, Sharp Picture, Lightweight
Best Uses:	Large Rooms, Movies, Television, Home

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5.0

A Great Toy...

Reviewed by Farid (Practical) from New York, NY on Apr 20, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

I love it.

Pros:	Good Focus, Lightweight, Easy To Set Up, Powerful, Durable, Sharp Picture
Best Uses:	Home, Movies

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5.0

Amazing performance!

Reviewed by Robek2049 (Tech Savvy, Gearhead, Professional) from Doylestown, PA on Feb 18, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

This projector blows other projectors to shame, and it is comparable to projctors that cost in ten thousands! I took the online professional ratings into consideration before purchasing this umit. It lives up to the crytics. I am very detailed, and tech savvy when it comes to image quality, and a solid, well made, sturdy unit. This projector will show you true HD, and you swear it is as good as watching a film in a movey theater. No pixels seen, supports 1080p, and looks just as good as a true 1080p projector that costs thousands more. Bottom line, you cannot get a better product for that money, not even plasma, lcd will compare to the quality, and picture size, it is the brightest in its class (Believe me you need that)