Sony’s next-generation projection technology is based on a laser light source and its first model to use it is the 3LCD VPL-FHZ55 — a lamp-less projector specified at 4,000 lumens at WUXGA resolution (1920×1200).
The projector’s light engine uses blue laser as its light source, which excites a phosphorous material that in turn creates white light. The white light is delivered to the 3LCD optical system, which generates RGB color through a color splitting process. The projector offers virtually maintenance-free operation for an expected 20,000 hours of light source, display device and filter life. The HG (mercury) free projector is packed with energy-saving features, including: Auto Light Dimming, which dims the light output down to 5 percent when left powered on without use; and Auto Brightness adjustment, which eliminates unnecessary illumination when a dark picture is projected. The use of a laser light source also gives the projector instant “on/off” capability and “tilt- free” capability for seamless installation in nearly any setting or position.
Key VPL-FHZ55 projector features include:
• A blue laser light source excites a phosphorous material that in turn creates white light.
• It offers 20,000 hours of light source life.
• This first generation is specified at 4,000 ANSI lumens.