Sony VPL-XW5000ES
4K laser-source projector with SXRD panel from Sony, designed for a home cinema installation with manual zoom and lens shift.
Description
The VPL-XW5000ES is a 4K projector from Sony intended for the installation of a dedicated home cinema. It relies on LCOS SXRD panel technology combined with a laser light source, and projects an image with a diagonal ranging from 80 to 200 inches depending on the room configuration.
The projection ratio ranges from 1.38:1 to 2.21:1, allowing a degree of flexibility in the distance between the unit and the screen. The x1.6 manual zoom and lens shift, reaching ±71% vertically and ±25% horizontally, allow the image position to be adjusted without necessarily centring the projector in front of the screen, which makes integration easier in a room with particular installation constraints.
In terms of connectivity, the unit has two HDMI inputs for connecting video sources, as well as an RJ45 Ethernet port, a USB port and an RS-232 port allowing integration into a centralised control system.
With a weight of 13 kg and dimensions of 460 x 200 x 472 mm, this projector is aimed at users wishing to equip a projection room or a lounge dedicated to watching films and large-format content, with a fixed and carefully arranged installation.
Technical specifications
| Projection ratio | 1.38:1 to 2.21:1 |
| Zoom | x1.6 (manual) |
| Lens shift (vertical/horizontal) | ±71% / ±25% |
| Image diagonal (min / max) | 80" / 200" |
| Video inputs | 2x HDMI |
| Computer connectivity | Ethernet port (RJ45), USB port, RS-232 port (Sub-D9, DE-9M) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 460 x 200 x 472 mm |
| Weight | 13 Kg |
What to check before buying used
On a laser projector such as the VPL-XW5000ES, the main point to check remains the proper functioning of the manual zoom and lens shift: verify that the adjustment wheels or rings slide without any stiff points and that the image remains sharp throughout the entire adjustment range. Also inspect the optics for signs of internal dust or haloing, which can sometimes indicate wear of the laser module. Finally, testing the HDMI inputs and the RS-232 port ensures that the connectivity responds correctly, particularly if the unit was controlled by a home automation system.
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