Main features for the Sony VPL-VW550 projector with installation – bundle.

• 4K native resolution: over 4x better than Full HD

No compromises: the VPL-VW550ES provides 4096 x 2160 4K resolution (the DCI standard in digital cinemas). Sony have used their professional cinema expertise to develop 4K SXRD panels and produce a 4K native picture with no artificial enhancement of pixels.

• Ultra high contrast ratio and brightness 

Drawing on optical technology developed for the VPL-VW1100ES, both high brightness (1,800 ANSI lumens) and high contrast (350,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio) has been achieved in the VPL-VW550. So, you’ll see crystal-clear, bright, detail-packed images – even in well-lit rooms.

• Advanced SXRD panels 

4K digital drive panels minimise the space between pixels in every frame with an incredible response rate of 2.5-milliseconds. That’s much faster, and more stable, than an LCD TV and produces ultra-smooth, dot-free pictures with natural, fluid movement – whatever the action.

• Triluminos Display

The VPL-VW550 has an optical engine and SXRD panels which incorporate our Triluminous Display technology to produce a much broader colour range, reproducing more tones and textures than a standard projector system. The result is greater purity, depth and realism.

• Motionflow 

Motionflow technology has been enhanced. ‘Combination’ mode uses Sony’s ‘Film Projection’ and ‘Motion Enhancer’, adding frames to reduce blur and maintain brightness in thrilling, fast-moving scenes. Cinema purists can choose ‘True Cinema’ to retain the original 24 frames per second.

• Industry standard RF 3D compatible 

A built-in RF transmitter synchronises with any RF 3D glasses for wider coverage, greater stability, and there’s no need for a cable.

• Reality Creation: upscales your movies to 4K 

As well as native 4K material, you can see your current Full HD Blu-ray™ or DVD movie collection upscaled for a 4K experience. Reality Creation is a Super Resolution technology that radically enhances Full HD content, even upscaling 3D movies for 4K.

• Compatible with ‘Mastered in 4K’ Blu-ray™ discs 

Drawing on the same technology used to downscale 4K material for Full HD, the VPL-VW520ES gives you a near native 4K experience with discs ‘Mastered in 4K’. It’s as close as you can get to the 4K-pixel resolution and expanded colour range of the original.

• New 4K standard: 60 frames per second 

The VPL-VW550 can show up to 60 frames per second in 4K (at colour signal YUV 4:2:0). It’s the new 4K industry standard and is much higher than the earlier 24p. The result is a smoother image with superior colour and realism.

• Compact design 

A smaller optical engine means the VPL-VW550ES is approximately 18cm shorter in length than Sony’s flagship  home cinema projector, the VPL-VW1100ES, so there’s greater flexibility for installation.

• Front-facing fan 

Because the fan is positioned at the front, you don’t need to worry about wall space and room for air inhale/exhaust when you install. This helps maximize the throw distance for bigger projected images.

• Wider zoom and shift lens 

A 2.06 motorised zoom lens and wide lens shift range of 85% vertical and 31% horizontal gives greater installation flexibility – even when the ceiling is very high.

• Suitable for home automation

The VPL-VW550 is compatible with many home automation systems. It has an RS232 interface, RJ45 control, and IR-IN terminal.

• Auto calibration

After extended periods, colour can be automatically calibrated to the original factory condition. There’s no need for extra calibration equipment or cameras; a built-in colour sensor stores all the necessary information.

• Manual HSV Colour Correction

A correction tool allows you to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of each colour to get exactly the picture you want.

• Picture Position Memory

This feature remembers the position of the zoom lens. You can match it to a movie’s aspect ratio (including 16:9 and Cinemascope) and store the settings for a future viewing.

• Electronic panel alignment

Ensures the red and blue elements in each pixel are precisely positioned against green. Adjustments can be made by as little as 0.1 pixels for optimum clarity.

• Wireless option (up to Full HD 60p)

Free yourself from cables and keep things tidy with an optional wireless HDMI emitter/ receiver kit. The VPL-VW550 can wirelessly connect to your games console, Blu-ray Disc™ player and more, and upscales for a 4K experience with Reality Creation.

• USB updates

To get the best from your projector, the VPL-VW550 has a USB port for the latest firmware updates.

Main features of included projector installation by UK Home Cinemas

• Installation for this projector includes up to 10M HDMI 2 cable, surface fixed in rounded mini trunking (if required).
• UK home cinemas will deliver and install a premium quality wall or ceiling mount (type to be agreed with client in advance).
• UK home cinemas will deliver and install the projector.
• UK Home cinemas will recommend (in advance), screen sizes and models.
• Other requirements can be accommodated, please let us know how we can help.
• The Sony optional accessories for this projector are available from UK Home Cinemas.

Assumptions for Sony VPL-VW550 Projector with installation – bundle

• Any structural work to the building is complete before any installations take place
• Our engineering team have access to the site during normal working hours.
• Mains power is provided in all locations required for the equipment
• UK Home Cinemas can provide building services but these are not included in our projector installation bundles.
• supply and fixing of a singe HDMI Cable of up to 5M in rounded mini trunking (if required) is inculded.
• Longer or burried signal cables can be installed by prior arrangement at a separate cost depending upon the complexity.

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