The new PT-AE3000 maximizes the image quality of the full-HD content in Blu-ray Discs and HD broadcasts for large-screen viewing, and adds a newly designed optical system that achieves a 60,000:1 contrast ratio and 1,600 lumens of brightness. A variety of advanced signal-processing technologies, beginning with the Detail Clarity Processor 2 and Frame-Creation Interpolation, 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.
Experience on-screen reality, complete with crisp, detailed images and lifelike depth, in the new PT-AE3000. Its exceptional performance is further boosted by Panasonics collaboration with leading Hollywood filmmakers to ensure that it produces images that mirror the directors artistic vision and intent, along with an ecology-conscious design that results in ultra-quiet operation and a lower environmental impact.
Specifications:
1600 ANSI Lumens Widescreen 1080p High Definition Home Theater Projector with Smooth Screen Technology and up to 60,000:1 Contrast Ratio
Powered zoom (2x)/powered focus, F 1.9 - 3.2, f 22.4 mm?44.8 mm
Terminals:
HDMI IN, HDMI connector x 3
COMPUTER In:
D-sub HD 15-pin (female) x 1
COMPONENT In:
RCA pin (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR) x 2
S-VIDEO In:
Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
VIDEO In:
RCA pin x 1
Serial:
D-sub 9-pin x 1 (RS-232C based)
Dimensions (H x W x D):
51/8"" x 181/8"" x 1125/32""
Weight:
16.1 lbs
Product Reviews
Great projector for most uses
By Keith Schroeder from Rushville, IL on October 19, 2009
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Comments:
I upgraded to the ae3000u a little over a year ago from my ae1000u. Primary reasons for the upgrade was advertised black levels and the lens memory function. This year I feel no need to upgrade to the ae4000u due to the flawless operation of the 3000. I have it coupled with a Carada BW 136" diagonal 2.35:1 screen in a completely light-controlled room with a black ceiling and dark walls. It's also been ISF-calibrated. The picture it throws is very cinematic; not overly sharp, and the blacks are obviously more gray than my Pioneer Kuro Elite 151, but a pleasure to watch nonetheless. It gets used about 10-15 hours/week on average.
Pros:
Lens memory; decent capability for ISF-calibration
Cons:
black levels are not on a level with other models, but not bad
