Sanyo’s Versatile New LCD Projector

For all around use, the PLC-WXE45 is hard to beat. Home theater users will appreciate its 1280 x 800 (16:10) resolution and ability to project high-def images from DVD, cable, and satellite sources. Boardrooms and classrooms will warm up to its instant-on feature— as soon as it’s plugged in, it’s on; no need to press any buttons and no need to let the projector cool down before turning it off (simply unplug it).

The PLC-WXE45 will also project on non-standard surfaces, such as blackboards and color boards; Sanyo’s Color Board Mode allows the hue to be adjusted so that the picture appears to be projected onto a white surface. Its short throw lens and wide aspect ratio are a big part of the secret.

Among its other specs:
•    Contrast ratio: 500:1
•    Brightness: 2000 Lumens
•    Screen size: minimum 50-inch; maximum 100-inch
•    Uniformity: 80 percent
•    Projection lamp: 200W UHP
•    Video inputs: Mini D-sub 15 (RGB or Component on break-out cable), S-video, Composite
•    Monitor out: D-Sub 15

Pricing: Now available at $1,795 MSRP

For more information, go to http://www.sanyoprojectors.com.