NEC PE401H

image quality, price

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Bright. High 1,920-by-1,080 resolution. Nearly rainbow-free for data images. Full 3D support with video sources.

Rainbow artifacts show frequently enough with video to be potentially bothersome to people who see them easily. Zoom lens is only 1.1x.

If you need a 1,920-by-1,080 projector with more convenience features, like a more capable zoom lens or more choices in connectors, be sure to take a look at the BenQ SH940 and the Acer P7505. Similarly, if you have an application where you need to get...

High brightness ; Lush colours ; Reasonably adept with films ; Traditional GUI design ; Sound quality

Lacks Wi-Fi ; Some rainbow effect ; No built-in digital file support ; Intel WiDi via adaptor only

We liked Although it theoretically goes as large as 300 inches, the picture created by the PE401H on our 80-inch test screen looked exceptionally sharp and lusciously coloured. Easy to set up, this is Full HD at its best. The PE401H is simple to use,...

Good brightness and color rendition in all but the brightest mode ; Excellent sharpness with any resolution ; Very usable built-in stereo speakers ; Excellent warranty and service plans ; Quick power up and can be unplugged immediately after powered down

Best color modes only have 25% of the lumen output of the brightest mode ; Projected lamp life is only average ; Has dust filter that must be maintained (unusual for a DLP)

The NEC NP-PE401H is a very capable performer. While not particularly outstanding in any department, it is solid in every aspect. The color quality in the NP-PE401H’s brightest mode is equal or better than much of the competition. More importantly, the...