The high brightness, two-lamp PLC-XF1000 projector is the second SANYO model to be equipped with their proprietary QuaDrive optical engine. Unlike conventional 3LCD (red/green/blue) systems, the QuaDrive includes an additional color control device that allows the PLC-XF1000 to automatically control the amount of yellow light in the image, producing higher luminosity with improved color accuracy and clarity.

The demand for even brighter projectors continues to come from the field as systems integrators are asked to install video displays in extremely large venues such as convention halls, conference rooms, auditoriums and houses of worship with high levels of ambient light. It is also especially well suited for the digital signage market where high resolution is in demand. However, as brightness levels increase on traditional 3LCD projectors, there is a reverse effect in color reproduction. Colors become noticeably washed out, lacking vibrancy and realism.

SANYO’s innovative QuaDrive technology provides a solution for these specific cases, providing new projectors capable of extremely high luminosity without the trade off in color accuracy. The PLC-XF1000 is rated at an extraordinary 12,000 lumens, the highest brightness available in 100V AC projectors. Coupled with the impressive high contrast ratio of 4000:1, the PLC-XF1000 is capable of generating clear and color-rich images that are more vivid for cases where brightness and high resolution become primary installation factors.

The PLC-XF1000 is equipped with two high-output 330-watt lamps, improving light efficiency and achieving the industry’s highest brightness of 12,000 lumens. It uses a basic 100V AC electrical outlet for ease of use and installation convenience.

The QuaDrive optical engine uses an inorganic panel for increased reliability contributing to the projector’s outstanding 4000:1 contrast ratio for improved image depth, resulting in a 3D-like appearance. With the incorporation of three mirrors and SANYO’s two-lamp combining technology, the overall color uniformity is significantly improved resulting in richer high definition images. The new design allows the PLC-XF1000 to produce the same brightness with two lamps as previous models did with four.

Specifications
Resolution: 1024 x 768 (WUXGA)
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Brightness: 12,000 lumens
Contrast Ratio: 4000:1
Uniformity: 90%
Projection Lamp: NSHA 330W x2
Screen Size: 40″-600″ distance varies based on lens type used
Input Terminals: DVI-D (HDCP), RGB D-sub 15-pin (input and output),
RGBHV/Y/VIDEO, Pb/Cb,Pr/Cr (BNC x5), S-video
Control: RS232C (in)/ D-sub 9 x 2 (out)
Dimensions: 21 (W) x 10.55 (H) x 30(D) inches
Weight: 60.1 lbs (excluding lens)
Like all new SANYO products, the PLC-XF1000 conforms to the EU RoHS Directive. It will be available from the beginning of December 2009 for an MSRP of $24,995, (excluding lens).

The new SANYO PLC-XF1000 will be available from the beginning of December 2009 for an MSRP of $24,995, (excluding lens).