Sanyo has introduced out a new LCD projector for the masses, and although it might be pretty expensive at first glance, the features and functions offered on paper more than make up for the price. The Sanyo PLV-Z700 might be classified as an entry level projector, but it offers a performance that is a class above. How does full High Definition support sound to you over a projector? This model will make use of a 3LCD panel coupled with one of the most advanced lens-shifting technology in the industry, a variable iris and Sanyo’s very own 3D color management system.

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.

Some of the specifications are :-

• 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

Interested parties will be able to pick up the Sanyo PLV-Z700 this October for $1,995.

Product Page via Press Release