Introduction
With this new projector you will always have rich and brilliant images with both 2000 lumens color and 2000 lumens white brightness.
Hook up your own sound system and the setup and installation of this projector is very simple and easy. Now not only can you enjoy the features of a really good projector, but you can also turn it into a smart display watching countless amounts of moves, playing video games and much more form MHL enabled devices.
Epson 2030 vs Optoma HD131Xe vs BenQ W1070 vs ViewSonic PJD7820HD
Model
|
Epson
2030
|
Optoma
HD131Xe
|
BenQ
W1070
|
ViewSonic
PJD7820HD
|
Brightness
|
Color
& White - 2000 Lumens each
|
2500
Lumens
|
2000
Lumens
|
3000
Lumens
|
Native
Resolution
|
1920
x 1080
|
1920
x 1080
|
1920
x 1080
|
1920
x 1080
|
Contrast
Ratio
|
15000:1
|
18000:1
|
10000:1
|
15000:1
|
Aspect
Ratio
|
Native
– 16:9,
Others
- 16:10 4:3
|
16:9
Native
4:3
compatible
|
Native
16:9 (5 aspect ratio selectable)
|
Native
16:9
|
Weight
|
6.4
pounds
|
6.4
pounds
|
6.06
pounds
|
4.6
pounds
|
Lamp
Life
|
Normal
- 5000 Hrs
ECO
- 6000 Hrs
|
Normal
- 3500 Hrs
ECO
- 6000 Hrs
|
Normal
- 3500 Hrs
ECO
- 5000 Hrs SmartEco - 6000 Hrs
|
Normal
- 4000 Hrs
ECO
- 6000 Hrs
|
Noise
Level
|
29
dB – 37 dB
|
26dB
|
Normal
- 33dBA
ECO
- 30dBA
|
Normal
- 35dB
ECO
- 29dB
|
Technology
|
LCD
|
DLP
|
DLP
|
DLP
|
Image
Size (Diagonal) / Projected Distance
|
Projected
distance -
34-328
inch
|
Image
size -
37.6
– 301.1 inch
|
Image
size -
40-235
inch
|
Image
size -
30–300
inch
|
Connections
|
HDMI(x2),
RS-232c,
VGA, composite, USB(Type-A)
|
HDMI(x2),
VGA, composite, 3D VESA, RS-232C, USB(Type-B)
|
HDMI(x2),
Composite S-Video, VGA, Component , RS232, USB(Type-miniB),
DC
12V Trigger
|
HDMI,
Composite,
S-Video,
VGA In(x2), VGA Out, USB(Type-miniB), RS232
|
Throw
Ratio (distance/width)
|
1.22–1.47
|
1.5–1.8
|
1.15-1.5
|
1.15-1.5
|
Keystone
Correction
|
±30°
Vertical and Horizontal
|
±40°
Vertical
|
±20°
Vertical
|
±40°
Vertical
|
Speakers
|
2-Watt
Mono
|
10-Watt
speaker
|
10-Watt
speaker
|
2-watt
speaker
|
Features - The new Epson 2030 V11H561020 Projector has a wide range of features to include:
PICTURE QUALITY
3
Times brighter colors – For you to achieve and enjoy
great and brilliant image quality it is required to have a great deal
of high color brightness. 3LCD projector from Epson carry’s 3 times
more brightness or color brightness than that of its leading
competitors. This means you will get 2000 lumens of brightness for
color and for white. This Epson 2030 Projector also
features the use of 3LCD and 3 chip technology so as to achieve
excellent quality images with color that is true to life. This is the
best you will get to real life.
3D
picture – You will be caught in the middle of life like
adventures due to the FULL high definition 2D and 3D pictures. RF 3D
glasses are available and sold separately. Now you can enjoy
eye-popping 3D movies as you like.
High
definition – For all your movies TV shows and games you
will experience a full 1080 widescreen high definition experience
with up to 300” on any wall or screen.
CONNECTIONS
HDMI
Connectivity – The projector supports digital HDMI inputs for both
audio and video connections with the use of a single cable. Blu-Ray
players, iPads and much more can be used via HDMI.
MHL
connectivity – Now you can turn your Epson 2030 Projector into a smart display with the latest in connectivity. Get
instant access to movies, games and much more. All tablets, smart
phones and other devices which are MHL enabled can be used and you
will even have remote to control the MHL enabled devices. Full High
definition and 7.1 audio is supported and you can even simultaneously
charge your devices at the same time as along as it is plugged into
the Epson 2030 Projector.
SETTINGS
Image
adjustments – You can position the projector in almost
any location you please. The Epson 2030 Projector will
automatically correct images vertically for you and if you need
horizontal image correction, then the easy-slide control bar can get
it done.
Color
Modes – With the Epson 2030 Projector you can
choose from up to four color modes which are each optimized for a
different stetting or content type. So if you are playing games or
watching TV or movies you will get the best quality for each media
type.
SOUND
Built in speaker – The Epson 2030 Projector features its own built in speaker so if you do not have a sound system as yet you will be good to go anyway.
EPSON 2030 IN ACTION
So the main features include:
- Full 1920x1080p High Definition Resolution
- 2000 lumens white brightness
- 2000 lumens color brightness
- Ports for easy connectivity are available such as HDMI ports and MHL
- Support for MHL enabled devices
- 3 times brighter colors from Epson
- Up to 15,000:1 contrast ratio
- HD with up to 300’ on virtually any screen or wall
- 3LCD, 3 chip technology
- Supports RF glasses for 3D watching
- USB 2,0 ports and HDMI ports
- Up to 6000 hours lamp life in ECO mode
- Built in 2W Speaker
- Video compatibility for NTSC, PAL and SECAM
Pros of The Epson 2030
The
pros of the Epson 2030 Projector includes an easy setup
and installation. The projector interfaces well with TV sets and it
is very energy efficient for its class. The High definition is also
very good. Picture quality is just outstanding. For under $1000 you
won’t get better picture quality.
Connectivity
options are a lot considering you can use HDMI, USB and MHL. You can
connect smart phones and other gadgets so as to play your videos,
movies and play games as well. Performance on walls and screens is
also very good.
When
running in ECO mode the projector is also very quiet.
Being
compatible with NTSC, PAL and SECAM allows you to use devices from
all over the world.
Bulb
lifetime is up to 5000 hours and if running in ECO mode up to 6000
hours which is remarkable for a projector like this.
Overall
the Epson 2030 Projector is great value for money.
Cons of The Epson 2030
The
design is not the best and some may even deem it as very
unattractive. If you are going to be concerned about the look of the
projector then this will be a major drawback for you.
There
is a built-in speaker, but the sound quality of this speaker won’t
be anything near a decent sound system. Sound is not that good. If
you don’t already have a good sound system then you may have to
work with crappy sound until you do.
The
interface isn’t the best. To set up the colors and other settings
aren’t the easiest when compared to other projectors or even other
Epson’s.
Who is The Epson 2030 For?
The
Epson 2030 V11H561020 Projector is for anyone who needs to experience
true life experiences on their screen with High definition and superb
color clarity. This is for the Gamer or even the Movies fans. If you
want to experience real eye-popping 3D with RF glasses then the Epson
2030 Projector is the product that you need.
A complete bundle, which is easily connected to various handheld devices via USB, HDMI and MHL can be yours for under $1000. Home entertainment will never be the same. If you need the best in home entertainment, then this is the projector for you.
A complete bundle, which is easily connected to various handheld devices via USB, HDMI and MHL can be yours for under $1000. Home entertainment will never be the same. If you need the best in home entertainment, then this is the projector for you.
Conclusion and Recommendation
If
you are looking for a newer projector to replace your old one or you
are simply looking for an upgrade the Epson 2030 Projector
would be a very good choice. If you don’t mind the visual appeal of
the projector itself and you want the best in quality for under $1000
then the Epson 2030 Projector is the one for you.
Not only will you be able to Experience true high definition, but you can connect as many of your devices as you want to such as tablets. Overall the Epson 2030 Projector is the best you will get for the quality and price.
Not only will you be able to Experience true high definition, but you can connect as many of your devices as you want to such as tablets. Overall the Epson 2030 Projector is the best you will get for the quality and price.
