Sony Debuts New SRX-R515 4K Digital Projector

Sony recently debuted its brand new line of next-gen 4K digital projectors. What makes these projectors special, however, is that they are currently the very first 4K projectors in the industry to utilize high-pressure mercury lamps.

Known as the Sony SRX-R515 4K Digital Cinema Projection System, the physical device is currently being showcased at the CineEurope trade event currently in progress in Barcelona this entire week. Sony has specifically designed the SRX-R515 to be used in small or medium-sized screen auditoriums or for use in smaller cinemas that are working on a limited budget.

In addition to that, the SRX-R515 has been designed to offer brand new capabilities for purposes that are not too common in current projectors. This includes places like sports theaters and multi-user big-screen gaming, like tournaments or events.

According to Sony Digital Cinema's David McIntosh, this new compact projector comes with an increased flexibility with installation in smaller projection booths, which creates more operating space for smaller locations. McIntosh went on to say, "Blacks are incredibly detailed and we believe the picture quality with this projector, although it's lower cost and although it's aimed at a different market, the actual picture quality is astonishingly good, literally incredible."

McIntosh also added, "The smaller or medium-sized screen venues will be able to ensure that their customers are literally seeing the best possible picture on screen of any film that they're playing." The SRX-R515 comes with six high-pressure mercury lamps as opposed to the more traditional xenon lamps, which allows for quick and easy lamp replacement and a lower total cost of ownership for an estimated 10 years.

Source: Projector Point - Next generation 4K digital projector launched by Sony

Sharp XV-Z30000 Control4 Certified

Sharp Electronics Marketing Company of America has just reported that its XV-Z30000 home theater projector is now Control4 certified. The XV-Z30000 has already passed interoperabillity tests to ensure that it is able to easily integrate with Control4 home-automation systems.

In addition to that, the XV-Z30000 is Sharp's latest 2D/3D capable high definition DLP home theater projector to hit the market. This device provides 3D visuals and also features a 50,000:1 contrast ratio as well as 1,600 ANSI lumens, according to Sharp.

The XV-Z30000 attributes some of its great picture quality to the use of DLP technology. In addition to that, Sharp's proprietary digital image ICs allow the XV-Z30000 to reproduce high quality 3D pictures with low cross talk and flicker, according to a recent statement from the company.

According to Strategic Product Marketing Vice President for Sharp Electronics Marketing Company of America Jim Sanduski, "No matter what the content, the XV-Z30000 offers a compelling entertainment projection solution. Now the XV-Z30000 integrates seamlessly with Control4 to provide consumers with easy-to-use, intelligent automation control for a completely enjoyable home entertainment experience."

Control4 allows third party manufacturers to design products that are able to easily integrate with the Control4 platform. Control4 promotes interoperabillity through the easy assimilation of leading consumer electronics within a Control4 system with more than 6,500 drivers from 150 different companies.

Source: Twice - Sharp Projector Gets Control4 Certification

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