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Panasonic PT-AE7000U HD 3D Home Cinema Projector
Panasonic PT-AE7000U HD 3D Home Cinema Projector
B&H # PAPTAE7000U MFR # PT-AE7000U
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- 2000 Lumens
- Red Rich Lamp
- Full HD Optimized Lens
- Pure Contrast Plate Technology
- Dynamic Iris
- Detail Clarity Processor 3
- Frame Creation2
- HDMI x 3
- 2x Optical Power Zoom/Focus
- VIERA Link
Panasonic PT-AE7000U overview
- 1Description
The PT-AE7000U HD 3D Home Cinema Projector from Panasonic maximizes the image quality of the full-HD content in Blu-ray discs and HD broadcasts for large screen viewing, and adds a newly engineered red rich lamp and optical system that achieves a 300,000:1 contrast ratio and 2000 lumens of brightness.
The incorporation of the red rich lamp increases the luminance efficiency of the projector, to achieve 150% brighter cinema picture modes compared to its predecessor. Prior to the development of the red rich lamp, much brightness was lost to attain the desired color purity/balance for the rich color reproduction of cinema picture modes due to the lack of red luminance.
A variety of advanced signal-processing technologies, beginning with Detail Clarity Processor 3 and Frame Creation2, push the performance level of the LCD projector to an entirely new level of picture quality and provide viewers with the true beauty of full-HD images. Detail Clarity Processor 3 brings greater clarity and sharpness to details, by reproducing fine nuances that were lost due to image compression. After a two dimensional analysis of the video signal's frequency in each scene, the new circuit optimizes the sharpness of each image portion based on the extracted information. The resulting images have a more natural, lifelike expression than those of previous image-processing methods.
Frame Creation2 offers a double-speed display (120Hz or 100Hz) greatly improves the clarity of motion images. Frame Creation2 interpolates one new frame for each existing frame by analyzing the characteristics of the adjacent frames to reproduce sharp and clear images for fast moving.
Finally, Panasonic works from every angle to minimize environmental impact in the product design, production and delivery processes, and in the performance of the product itself over its life cycle.
- Red Rich Lamp
- The incorporation of the new red rich lamp increases the luminance efficiency of the projector, to achieve 150% brighter cinema picture modes compared to its predecessor. Prior to the development of the red rich lamp, much brightness was lost to attain the desired color purity/balance for the rich color reproduction of cinema picture modes due to the lack of red luminance. The newly engineered lamp successfully adds red luminance, and enables the projector to produce brighter images with excellent colors. With the ability to produce a stunning brightness of 2000 lumens, the PT-AE7000U unleashes the beauty of full HD expression for viewing on various screen sizes
- Full HD Optimized Optical System
- To assure maximum clarity and sharpness in full HD images, this advanced optical system employs a full-HD-optimized lens unit comprising of 16 lens elements in 12 groups, including two large diameter aspherical lenses and two high-performance ED (extra low dispersion) lenses. Each lens is carefully aligned to assure a uniform focusing balance from the centre to the edges of the screen. As a result, the PT-AE7000U produces stunningly clear and beautiful images
- Pure Contrast Plates Deliver High 300,000:1 Contrast Ratio
- The pure contrast plates in the PT-AE7000U use a newly engineered crystalline material that is carefully matched to the characteristics of the LCD panels to effectively correct the passage of light exiting the panels. This enables the projector to block unwanted light leakage and successfully increases the dynamic range. It works together with the dynamic iris to achieve an astounding contrast ratio of 300,000:1
- 480Hz Compatible LCD Panels
- The PT-AE7000's full-HD LCD panels provide more brightness with higher aperture ratio. The panels are also designed for 480Hz processing capability for brighter 3D image. These high-precision panels use vertically aligned liquid crystal molecules with inorganic alignment layers. When no voltage is applied, the molecules are aligned perpendicular to the glass substrate, so there is minimal light leakage, providing higher contrast
- Pure Color Filter Pro for Rich, Vibrant Colors
- The optical filter optimizes the light spectrum from the UHM projector lamp, helping to produce deeper blacks while improving purity levels in the three primary colors (red, green and blue). This advanced filter system improves color purity to cover a range that extends from the HDTV standard (Rec. 709 mode) to the color gamut used in digital cinema. This gives images the deep, rich coloring that distinguishes movie images
- Smooth Screen Technology Creates Film-Like Texture
- While many LCD projectors suffer from a chicken wire effect, Panasonic's pursuit of the highest possible image quality has successfully overcome this device limitation through the incorporation of smooth screen technology. This uses the double refraction property of crystals to arrange pixels on a screen with no gaps between them. Smooth screen technology is designed to give you the kind of smooth, vivid, and three dimensional images you see in movie theaters
- Dynamic Iris Adds Beauty to Both Dark and Bright Scenes
- The fifth generation intelligent iris system works by analyzing the brightness level of each image using a histogram, then adjusting the lamp power, iris and gamma curve accordingly to create the ideal image. The adjustments are made virtually frame by frame. This helps the projector achieve a wide dynamic range with swift smoothness for added beauty in both dark and bright scenes
- Full-HD LCD Panels Enhance Motion Response
- The PT-AE7000U's full-HD LCD panels have a double speed drive capability that improves the projection clarity of moving images. These high-precision panels use vertically aligned liquid crystal molecules with inorganic alignment layers. When no voltage is applied, the molecules are aligned perpendicular to the glass substrate, so there is minimal light leakage and the substrate remains black (called normally black operation), providing higher contrast
- Smooth Screen Technology Creates Film-Like Texture
- While many LCD projectors suffer from a chicken wire effect, Panasonic's pursuit of the highest possible image quality has successfully overcome this device limitation through the incorporation of smooth screen technology. This uses the double refraction property of crystals to arrange pixels on a screen with no gaps between them
- Frame Creation2 Featuring Motion Blur Reduction
- A double speed display (120Hz or 100Hz) greatly improves the clarity of motion images. Frame Creation2 interpolates one new frame for each existing frame by analyzing the characteristics of the adjacent frames to reproduce sharp and clear images for fast moving scenes in sports and action movies. For 24p signal input, three frames are calculated and interpolated for each existing frame, to enable 4x speed (96Hz) display. There are four modes (mode 1, mode 2, mode 3, and off) to choose from. The effect is more pronounced as you ascend through the modes, to provide crisp, clear images to your liking
- Waveform Monitor for Precise Calibration
- When the output level of the source device fluctuates due to the performance of the device or its cable connections, the original black and white levels of the image content cannot be reproduced. With the PT-AE7000U you can view the waveforms on the screen and adjust the settings both automatically and manually as you prefer
- 16-Bit Gamma Correction for Natural Gradations
- The PT-AE7000U handles up to 16-bit (full 12-bit) digital image processing. It faithfully reproduces even subtle hues and brightness variations
- Advanced Gamma Adjustment Function
- The gamma curve can be flexibly controlled, allowing precise calibration according to the signal source and environment. Brightness Y, R, G and B can each be adjusted at any nine points. Adjustment point positions can be shifted both horizontally and vertically to bring out the desired gradation level
- New Cinema Color Management Premium Enables Flexible Color Control
- This color correction system enables free color control in two different modes. The Point Color Correction mode lets you pick a point in the image and adjust that color without affecting the neighboring colors, so it is easy to get just the right color equalization in hue, luminance and saturation. The six color correction mode enables independent adjustment of red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow
- Split Adjust Mode for Easy Picture Adjustment
- You can freeze any scene you wish, and then make adjustments while easily comparing the original image and the adjusted image side-by-side
- Intelligent Lens Memory with Auto Detection
- Up to six settings can be stored in the lens memory, including zoom and focus positions for projecting in the normal 16:9 or 4:3 image ratio, and wide cinema projection settings. These memories can be recalled manually or can be set for automatic switching. The projector is able to detect 2.35:1 and 16:9 sources and retrieve the stored setting automatically. This lens memory function lets you easily enjoy images with different image ratios on a wide 2.35:1 screen for an immersive movie theatre-like experience
- 2x Optical Power Zoom/Focus and Wide Lens Shift Range
- A 2x optical power zoom/focus lens and a lens shift function together make it possible to project a 120-inch picture from as close as 11´10. (3.6 m) to the screen or as far as 23´7. (7.2 m) away. In addition, the image can be shifted ±100% vertically, and ±40% horizontally. This gives you outstanding setup flexibility. If you choose to ceiling-mount the projector, you can zoom and focus by remote control
- VIERA Link for Easy Operation
- The PT-AE7000U supports VIERA Link. If your home theatre system contains VIERA Link-ready equipment, projection can be started by using only the remote control unit of the PT-AE7000U, regardless of whether the source is a Blu-ray Disc or a TV program stored on an HD recorder. This eliminates the need for hassling with several remote controls
- Programmable 12V Trigger for Automated Theater Setup
- Two 12V triggers are provided. Since the input and output can be set independently (menu selectable), they can link with powered screens, room light and powered curtains. When combined with the intelligent lens memory, they let you create a truly classy home theater
- HDMI with x.v.Color Deep Color
- The PT-AE7000U has three HDMI input terminals for digital transmission without image degradation. The HDMI input terminals also support deep color and the x.v.Color space of the HDMI 1.3 standard. Deep color provides 10-bit (over 1.07 billion) and 12-bit (over 68.7 billion) color depths for smooth gradation between colors, while x.v.Color compliance reproduces natural, lifelike images
- Newly Developed Dual Core Processing Engine
- High quality 2D image processing, including Frame Creation2 and detail clarity processor, can now be enjoyed in 3D as well, with the incorporation of the newly developed dual core processing engine
- Detail Clarity Processor 3 Gives Natural Clarity to Even the Finest Details
- This digital image processing circuit brings greater clarity and sharpness to details embedded in the image. After analyzing the video signal frequency in each scene, the circuit optimizes the sharpness of each part of the image based on the extracted information. The resulting images, 3D or 2D, have more natural, lifelike expression than those of previous image-processing methods
- 3D Picture Balance with Waveform Monitor
- The projector is able to show the right and left image side-by-side to check if the two sides have the same colors. The difference may occur due to poor content quality. With the waveform monitor displayed, you can adjust the contrast, brightness, color and tint as desired, and up to three adjustment settings can be stored in memory for instant recall
- Built-in 3D Infrared Transmitter
- The PT-AE7000 comes equipped with a built-in transmitter with maximum transmission distance of 20' (6 m). For more range up to 33' (10 m), an optional infrared transmitter, ET-TRM110 is available for greater installation flexibility
- 3D Viewing Monitor for Adjustment of Depth-of-Field
- The projection size for viewing 3D images can be selected from among nine different sizes, ranging from 40-200" (1-5 m) diagonally. The amount of parallax is optimized according to the projection size, so comfortable, easy-to-view 3D images can be enjoyed at any size. Furthermore, the 3D viewing monitor makes sure the field of depth is within the comfortable zone by a graphical representation and make adjustments accordingly
- Simple Maintenance
- For easy maintenance, you can replace the filter from the side and the lamp from the top of the projector. The dust filter and lamp are easily replaced even after the PTAE7000U is installed on the ceiling
- Intelligent Power Management System for Eco-Friendly Power Consumption
- The PT-AE7000U realizes an extremely low standby power consumption of 0.08W, lowest in its class. In addition, the PT-AE7000U's main power consumption is reduced by as much as 10% when the dynamic iris function is operating because it intelligently determines the necessary power output of the projector by analyzing over 3 billion different image patterns, to optimize and eliminate excessive power consumption. LSI chip integration further lowers the PT-AE7000U's main power consumption, making it an eco-friendly projector
- Other Ecological Considerations
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An off-timer that reduces wasteful power consumption
RoHS compliance
Lead-free solder for mounting components to printed circuit boards
No vinyl chloride in interior wiring
No halogenated flame retardants in the cabinet
Lead-free glass for the lens
- Up to 5000-Hour Lamp Replacement Cycle and Simple Maintenance
- Panasonic's proprietary lamp drive system helps maintain lamp performance, resulting in an up to 5000 hour lamp replacement cycle. For easy maintenance, you can replace the filter from the side and the lamp from the top of the projector. The dust filter and lamp are easily replaced even after the PT-AE7000 is installed on the ceiling
- Ecology-Conscious Design
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Panasonic works from every angle to minimize environmental impact in the product design, production and delivery processes, and in the performance of the product during its life cycle. The PT-AE7000 reflects the following ecological considerations.
No halogenated flame retardants are used in the cabinet.
Lead-free glass for the lens.
Standby power consumption of only 0.08W has been achieved.
A sleep-timer that reduces wasteful power consumption.
RoHS compliant
- Other Features
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Seven picture mode includes cinema 1, cinema 2, cinema 3, normal, dynamic, color 1 and color 2
3D noise reduction for high precision noise detection and reduction
Scene adaptive MPEG noise reduction effectively blocks regular noise and minimizes mosquito noise
Scene adaptive resizing LSI improves quality when resizing 480p images or those from other sources with resolution lower than the PT-AE7000E's native resolution
24p compatible
Progressive cinema scan (3/2 pulldown) and HD IP
Selectable frame response
Featuring a wide range of aspect modes, including ones for anamorphic lenses (Just/4:3/16:9/S16:9/14:9/ZOOM1/ZOOM2/H-FIT/V-FIT). The selectable modes vary depending on the input signal
Up to sixteen sets of adjustment settings can be stored in memory with custom names that make them easy to remember
Masking function to match the desired projection area to the screen
User-friendly ergonomic remote control
Built-in test pattern including color bar and gray scale
On-screen input guidance
Auto input search
Normal/Eco lamp power selection
Lens-centered design
In the Box
Panasonic PT-AE7000U HD 3D Home Cinema Projector
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- 1Description
Panasonic PT-AE7000U specs
| Image Display | |
|---|---|
| Projector Display System |
0.74" Diagonal Transparent LCD Panel (x 3, R/G/B) Drive Method: Active Matrix |
| Native Resolution |
1920 x 1080 Uniformity: 85% |
| Number of Pixels | 2,073,600 (1920 x 1080) x 3, Total of 6,220,800 Pixels |
| Lumens Brightness | 2000 Lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 300,000:1 (Full On/Full Off) |
| Aspect Ratio | Native 16:9 |
| RGB |
fH: 15-74kHz, fV: 24-85 Hz Dot Clock: Less than 154MHz |
| S-Video |
fH: 15.75kHz, fV: 60Hz (NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL-M, PAL60) fH: 15.63kHz, fV: 50Hz (PAL, PAL-N, SECAM) |
| System | NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL 60, SECAM |
| HDTV Compatibility | 480i (525i), 480p (525p), 576i (625i), 576p (625p), 720 (750)/50p, 720 (750)/60p, 1080 (1125)/24p, 1080 (1125)/50i, 1080 (1125)/50p, 1080 (1125)/60i, 1080 (1125)/60p |
| Lens System | |
|---|---|
| Lens | F1.9-3.2, f22.4mm-44.8mm |
| Focus/Zoom Adjusting | Powered Zoom/Focus Lens (1.35-2.70:1) |
| Lens Shift | Vertical: ±100%, horizontal: ±26% |
| Projection Size |
2D Projection: 40-300" (1.02-7.62 m) 3D Projection: 40-200" (1.02-5.08 m) |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Keystone Correction | Vertical: +/-30° |
| Ceiling Mountable | Yes |
| Rear Screen Projection | Yes |
| Projection Tilt Option | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | None |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Input Terminals |
HDMI x 3 Computer (D-Sub HD 15-Pin Female) x 1 Component RCA Pin (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) x 1 12 V Trigger (I/O Selectable) M3 x 2 S-Video (Mini DIN 4-Pin) x 1 Video (RCA Pin x 3) RS-232 (D-Sub 9-Pin) x 1 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Lamp (Bulb) | 200W UHM Lamp |
| Fan Noise | 22 dB Eco Mode |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 200W (Approx. 0.08W in Standby Mode with Fan Stopped) |
| Operating Temperature | 32-104°F (0-40°C) |
| Humidity | 20-80% (No Condensation) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 18.5 x 5.9 x 14.3" (470 x 151 x 364mm) |
| Weight | 19.2 lb. (8.7kg) |
| Packaging Info | |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 23.0 x 21.0 x 14.0" |
Panasonic PT-AE7000U reviews
PT-AE7000U HD 3D Home Cinema Projector is rated
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Rated 5 out of
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SnoopRoy from
The best ever!!!!!!
I was in the market for a new home theatre projector this year. After reviewing the summaries on all the new models this year, I finally decided on the PT-AE7000. Of course, I never believed all the hype written by the trade journals and video/audio magazines. So, I lowered my expectations. Well, I was terribly wrong. This is probably the best home theatre projector on the market under $4000, and more than likely one the best units on the market under $7000. I am extremely satisfied with the unit. If I had to complain about something it would have been nice if Panasonic had included a pair of 3D glasses with the unit. It would have made the cost easier to justify to the Banker...my wife. :-)
Date published: 2011-12-11
Rated 5 out of
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MR.A.T. from
THE BEST PRODUCT,I FOUND BY RESEARCH
BY BEEN AN AV/PRO AND HAVE HAD OWN OTHER PROJECTORS THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST PROJECTOR I EVER HAD,IT IS VERY EASY TO OPERATE.BUD YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS IS LARGE SIZE PROJECTOR NOT THE AVERAGE ONE WITH THAT BEEN SED.A GOOD DISTANCE TO BE USE SHOULD BE NO LESS THAN 15 FEET AWAY FROM THE PROJECTION TO APPRICIATE A COLORFULLY WITH AT LEAST 6'BY 8'SCREEN.HAVE NOT USE THE 3D BUD I'M SURE WILL WORK GREAT
Date published: 2012-07-11
Rated 5 out of
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Omar Lekphet from
Unbeatable Performance and Affordable Pr
Unbeatable Performance and Affordable Price I would like to tell you about this Projector to anyone who are looking for a brand new projector with the Affordable Price in the market, The Panasonic PT-AE7000U 3D Projector, I personally own two projectors. And i was very happy with the performance and quality of the picture that the projector provides, i can now convert the 2D video into 3D video which is the top technology you can get with this projector, it's very easy to set up and it provides the analog to rotate the Lamp and Zoom and Focus with your finger tip. I wish the projector comes with the option where it can detect the size of the video then it can adjust the video to full screen. Thank you
Date published: 2012-02-05
Rated 5 out of
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Salmawy the Kuwaiti from
One Happy Customer from Kuwait
Projector reached my home from New York To Kuwait in 4 days, UPS shipping.I did not even pay any custom duties. B&H shipping and backing was great. The projector was placed in 3 boxes for protection.The PT-AE7000U image quality in 2D 1080p/24 in Blu-ray is stunning. Colors and blacks are life-like. HD TV channels in 1080i looks fantastic. Euro2012 Football in HD in 100 inch screen was as close as been there at the stadiums. Very sharp and crisp details. This projector is very bright and vibrant.3D using TY-EW3D3L glasses was a comfortable and pleasant experience. Settingthe projector to DAYNAMIC mode and the 3D glass eyewear option to LIGHT can produce bright enough 3D picture to enjoy this format. IMAX Under the Sea 3D and The Deep Sea 3D was breathtaking. The Smurfs 3D in this projector made this ok movie as entertaining as Ice Age! (I love the Ice Age movies).With the big HD sound, this projector will make your home movie experience better than that of the cinema.
Date published: 2012-07-08
Rated 5 out of
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GENO! from
Awesome picture
I got this projector and it shoots about 18 feet to a 133 diagonal screen. Like many I do not have a multitude of projectors sitting side-by-side to compare, but the picture is absolutely great. I read others reviews and have not been disappointed. I have it ofset about 30% left of center due to my room arrangement and the whole screen is still in focus and level. No complaints, just great movies. Now if I can just get my wife to leave the phone in the hallway!
Date published: 2011-12-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Buck from
Great performance
I was worried about purchasing a projector on-line without ever having watched it. I also was not sure about B&H. The projector is great. HD is very clear on my 100 screen without any issue for gaming or watching fast action. The projector is very quite as well. I had no problems with B&H, they shipped quickly and kept me in the loop during the entire transaction. Nothing bad to say.
Date published: 2011-12-13
Rated 5 out of
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Rick from
2D viewing a 10, 3D viewing about a 6
I have been waiting for an affordable 3d HD projector and the Panasonic seemed like a good bet. I watched a regular 2D blu-ray first and i was blown away by the picture quality. Now on the other hand I think it will be another generation or two until the home 3D technology catches up.
Date published: 2012-05-17
Rated 5 out of
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Family Guiy from
Excellent first impression
I decided to purchase the AE7000 after reading numerous reviews online. The like priced Epson 5010 looks like a strong product as well, but a few reviewers mentioned an input delay between video game controllers and images. While my personal preference is movies, my kids love video games. They have zero issues with the AE7000 (besides finding the off switch!). I plan to build a new home theater around the AE7000. We've been sizing up the image on our basement wall before choosing a permanent screen. We're projecting a 119 diagonal (104 wide) 16:9 image on poured concrete (painted with gray drylok). The image is amazing. We've used blu-ray DVDs, Netflix, and cable TV - all thru a Yamaha receiver over HDMI. I haven't tested the 3D yet because the glasses are sold separately. The projector has a lens memory feature that supports multiple zoom/focus presets - this should be useful for filling our screen with different formats. Setup was simple. This is my 2nd large purchase from B&H and I'm very satisfied with the experience.
Date published: 2012-02-22
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