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Panasonic's TH-AE3000 1080p projector heads to Japan
Funny that Panasonic's TH-AE3000 was actually loosed here in the States first (under the PT-AE3000 label), huh? Nevertheless, those in Japan lookin' for some of that 1080p PJ action can get their desires satisfied this November when it ships for around ¥436,000 ($4,152).[Via AkihabaraNews]
Panasonic's PT-AE3000 1080p projector eyes-on
If you've seen the PT-AE2000 (and yes, you've seen the PT-AE2000), then you've seen the PT-AE3000. Without close inspection with your trusty magnifying glass, you could easily confuse the two, though this year's 1080p beamer boasts a few extra niceties compared to last. At any rate, we got our camera all up on the newcomer and hosted up the results below -- have a look, won'tcha? %Gallery-31218%
Panasonic launches PT-AE3000 1080p home cinema projector
It was this time last year when Panasonic shook up CEDIA with its 1080p PT-AE2000U. Fast forward twelve months, and here we are starting down the lens of the predictably named PT-AE3000. The latest in the company's line of 1080p LCD PJs, this one boasts 1,600 lumens, a 60,000:1 contrast ratio, Frame Creation Technology optimized for large screen viewing and a Lens Memory Load feature which is capable of "memorizing and restoring zoom / focus positions for multiple aspect ratio flexibility." You'll also find the Detail Clarity Processor V2.0 for sharpening up images, and the Split Adjust mode allows users to split the screen into two halves; one to make picture adjustments and one to see those adjustments as a baseline reference. As for ports, there are a trio of HDMI 1.3 sockets and two component terminals. Those anxious to get this one in their home cinema will be asked to hand over $3,499 this October. Full release is after the break.
