Epson has introduced the new Pro Cinema LS12000 4K PRO-UHD 1 laser projector, which offers a 4K viewing experience along with new Laser Array Source, next-generation image enhancement and processing algorithms, expanded HDR10+2, and HDMI 2.1 support.
With real-time scene adaptive correction, the projector produces real-time scene adaptive correction, including great brightness, colour accuracy, and image detail.
“Home theatre enthusiasts have been asking what’s next, and we are proud to deliver our best Pro Cinema projector to date, producing a full 8.3 million pixels on screen with zero compromise in colour and brightness,” says Rodrigo Catalan, Group Product Manager, Projectors, Epson. “Engineered with creators in mind, the Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 sets new technology benchmarks for 4K HDR viewing experiences. It’s truly a ‘must see it to believe it’ home theater experience.”
Driven by a proprietary Epson ZX picture processor and new precision shift glass plate technology, the Pro Cinema LS12000 delivers a sharp and clear 4K picture with 2,700 lumens of both colour and white brightness.
Additionally, it features 4K PRO-UHD1 advanced pixel-shifting technology that works in parallel with three individual high-definition LCD chips to produce a sharp 4K picture without sacrificing picture brightness. The Precision Shift Glass Plate technology refracts pixel-light to display a 3840 x 2160, 8.29-million-pixel image for a sharp and clear 4K picture.
Featuring Epson’s ZX picture processor, the company’s most advanced video processing technology to date, the proprietary 36-bit Epson ZX picture processor handles real-time colour, contrast, HDR, 2 frame interpolation and resolution enhancement to faithfully reproduce the source material the way it was intended to be shown.
The true multi-array laser diodes produce an ideal light source to power the unique 3-Chip 3LCD Projector Engine for quick turn-on, picture brightness, black contrast, and colour accuracy. Get high picture brightness as well with an impressive 2,700 lumens of colour and 2,700 lumens of white brightness.
The projector also features a True 3-Chip 3LCD projector engine with advanced 3LCD technology that uses three individual LCD chips to continuously display 100% of the RGB colour signal for every frame.
With impressive HDR, full 10-bit HDR colour processing accepts 100% of the HDR source information to faithfully reproduce HDR, HDR10+, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) content. Real-time HDR curve adjustment allows for 16 steps of control to fine-tune the HDR performance regardless of the content.
The 120 Hz refresh rates up to 120 Hz allow for smoother motion for supported content while providing the option for impressive Frame Interpolation for content below 120 Hz. Meanwhile, gaming up to 4K at 120 frames per second, along with input lag times below 20 ms allow for serious gamers to take advantage of the latest generation of gaming consoles and even higher-end gaming PCs.
The Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 4K PRO-UHD1 laser projector is available for MSRP US$4,999.
The projector includes ISF-certified calibration tools and Anamorphic lens option. The new projector come with Epson’s world-class warranty and support, including a standard three-year limited warranty with two-business-day full unit replacement, including free shipping, and free lifetime technical phone support.