Introduction
Specifications and Design
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MODEL NUMBER
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EH-TW5350
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Projection Technology
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RGB liquid crystal shutter projection system (3LCD)
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Specifications of Main Parts
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LCD
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Size
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0.61”
wide panel with MLA (D9.8, C2Fine, 12Bit) |
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Native Resolution
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1080p (1920 x 1080)
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Projection Lens
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Type
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Optical Zoom (Manual) / Focus (Manual)
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F-Number
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1.58
– 1.72 |
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Focal Length
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16.9 – 20.28 mm
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Zoom Ratio
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1
– 1.2 |
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Throw Ratio
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1.22 – 1.47 (Wide – Tele)
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Lamp
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Type
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200W UHE
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Life (Normal/Eco)*¹
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4,000
hours / 7,500 hours |
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Screen Size (Projected
Distance) |
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Zoom: Wide
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34”
– 332” [0.91 – 9.11 m] |
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Zoom: Tele
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34” – 332” [1.09 – 10.94 m]
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Standard Size
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60″
screen 1.62 – 1.95 m |
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Brightness*²
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White Light Output
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2,200lm
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Colour Light Output
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2,200lm
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Contrast Ratio
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35,000:1
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Video Quality
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Interlace-Progressive Conversion, 3D Y/C Separation, Noise
Reduction |
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Supported Video Signal
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480i
/ 576i / 480p / 576p / 720p / 1080i / 1080p |
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Colour Mode
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Dynamic, Bright Cinema, Natural, 3D Dynamic, 3D Cinema
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Internal Speaker
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5W
(Monaural) |
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Keystone Correction
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Vertical / Horizontal
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±
30° / ± 30° (Slide Bar) |
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Auto Keystone Correction
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Yes (Vertical)
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Connectivity
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Analog Input
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D-sub 15pin
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1
(Blue) |
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Video Input
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Composite
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RCA
x 1 (Yellow) |
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Digital Input
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HDMI
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2
(one of terminal supports MHL) |
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Audio Input
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RCA (White / Red)
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RCA
(White) x 1 (Left ch), RCA (Red) x 1 (Right ch) (in common with Analog RGB Audio terminal) |
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Audio Output
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Stereo Mini Jack x 1
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USB Input
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USB Type A
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1 (for Slideshow, Firmware update)
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USB Type B
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1
mini-USB (for service) |
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Wireless Specifications (Intel WiDi / Miracast)
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Supported Speed For Each Mode
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IEEE
802.11n (2.4GHz): 130 Mbps*3 IEEE 802.11n (5GHz): 130 Mbps*3 |
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Supported Connection Mode
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Wi-Fi Direct
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Adjustment Functions
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Six Axis Colour Adjustment
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Hue / Saturation / Brightness for Each of RGBCMY are
adjustable |
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Frame Interpolation
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Off
/ Low / Normal / High (2D and 3D Mode) |
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Detail Enhancement
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0 to 100
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Split Screen
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Yes
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Aspect Mode
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Auto / Normal / Full / Zoom
(Auto appears only when HDMI is selected.) |
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3D Features
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3D Display
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Auto / 3D / 2D
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2D – 3D Conversion
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Off
/ Weak / Medium / Strong |
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3D Format
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Side by Side / Top and Bottom
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3D Depth
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±10
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Operating Temperature
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5 – 35 °C ( 0m / 0ft – 2,286m / 7,500ft )
5 – 30 °C ( over 2,286m / 7,500ft ) |
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Operating Altitude
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0
– 3,000 m |
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Direct Power On / Off
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Yes / N/A
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Start-Up Period
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Under
15 seconds, Warm-up period: 30 seconds |
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Cool Down Period
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Under 5 seconds
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Power Supply Voltage
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100
– 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz |
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Power Consumption (220 –
240V) |
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Lamp On (Normal / Eco)
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291W
/ 224W |
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Stand By
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0.28W
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Dimension Excluding Feet (D x W x H)
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245
x 297 x 114 mm |
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Weight
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3.1kg
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Fan Noise (Normal / Eco)
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37dB
/ 29dB |
The Epson EH-TW5350 looks like any other projectors out in the market. In order to fit it into a home theatre setup, Epson has made it to be more aesthetically pleasing, giving it a refined and rounded-edge enclosure. It also has standard physical features like a built in lens cover, and extendable front support.
The focus and and zoom of the lens on the projector has to be done manually by rotating the knobs above the lens. To make up for the lack of automatic focus, Epson has integrated automatic keystore correction that make setting up of the projector so much easier.
The printer also features standard buttons for navigation of menus and settings of the projector. An dedicated input source button allows the quick change in input source as well.
The Epson TW5350 is equipped with almost all the connectivity options that one would wish for in a home theatre projector. It has 2 HDMI ports, one of which is MHL compatible and can have the capabilities to mirror a smartphone’s screen. With HDMI, audio can also be transmitted through the same cable. The projector has build in speakers to allow the direct playing of media files with audio. Although the speakers can product seemingly decent and loud sounds, one would look for a more immersive alternative solution for their home theatre setup. This also explains the reason of the audio out jack that is found on the projector. Nonetheless, the built-in speakers are well appreciated feature from the projector.
Of course, the projector also has a more standard VGA(DSUB) connector and even a component jack for older video and audio input devices, such as DVD/VCD/VHS tape players. There is also a USB port for the connection to USB drives for playing of media files directly from the projector.
One of the most significant feature of the Epson EH-TW5350 is that it supports Full-HD resolutions. A higher resolution not only means that pictures will appear clearer, but users will be able to have a larger working space on the screen. This allows productivity applications to also run well on this set of projector. It is rare to see Full HD resolution projectors out in the market that is sold at an entry-level price range.
General thoughts on performance and usability
Conclusion
For the price that we are paying the the entry level Epson EH-TW5350, that boasts high end features such as Full HD resolution, 3D support and even wireless display connection, it would be over demanding if we were to nitpick on the small issues. The Epson EH-TW5350 will be a good investment as a upgrade to your current television based home theatre system, allowing a more immersive and better viewing experience.
However, users must also be reminded on the side effects of a projector before making their purchase. Like any other projectors out in the market, the Epson EH-TW5350 produces significant heat and has a rather loud fan noise. If Epson managed these side effects well, the projector would be one of the most sought after product for consumers.
The Epson EH-TW5350 is priced at $1,499 (GST Included) and is available authorized Epson resellers.
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