Hisense unveiled six new Laser TV/Laser Cinema UST projectors at CES 2023 in Las Vegas. This includes first teaser details for an upcoming limited edition model called the 120LX, which is pitched as his world’s first 8K Laser TV.
A laser TV is essentially an ultra-short-throw projector, with a laser light source that can project a huge image from just inches away from a wall or screen.
Details on the new flagship model are few – there weren’t even photos in the press kit – but the 120LX is based on the company’s TriChroma RGB laser light source architecture, which assigns separate lasers to each color and function. Double area micromirror for increased brightness.
In addition to managing 7,680 x 4,320 resolution images, it can throw 120 diagonal inches of visuals at up to 400 nits (which looks on the low side, which translates to about 1,400 lumens), 107 There is % support. It includes BT.2020 color gamut, Dolby Vision and HDR10, IMAX Enhanced certification, and Harman Kardon speakers with Dolby Atmos and Virtual:X technology.
And that’s about it for now. Pricing and availability will undoubtedly follow soon, along with more specs. Also, the 120LX won’t be the only 8K laser projector launching this year, as Samsung has announced that it will be adding 8K to its high-end Premiere line. is also worth noting.
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Other models unveiled at CES 2023 begin with the new L9-series Laser TV built around TriChroma technology for 4K UHD Dolby Vision images thrown onto the included 100- or 120-inch ambient-light-rejecting screen. .
It also supports BT, 107% of the 2020 color space and HDR10, benefits from a dynamic contrast ratio of 2 million:1, manages 3,000 ANSI lumens in lit display and includes motion compensation. With built-in Wi-Fi 6e, Airplay 2 allows screen casting from iOS devices. Google TV is loaded with access to thousands of entertainment apps (including Netflix) and includes an ATSC 3.0 tuner.
Two HDMI ports are capable of 4K content up to 120 Hz (which should appeal to console gamers), and the third port is eARC compatible. The unit also houses a 40-watt Dolby Atmos speaker system. The L9H will be available towards the middle of 2023 and we will keep you informed of the pricing.
The L5 series gets an H upgrade for next model year, and the new 4K UST projector rocks an X-Fusion laser light source that matches the blue laser and phosphor color filter engine. Google TV is also here, with a reported brightness of 2,700 ANSI lumens and a static contrast of 3,000:1. Elsewhere, it shares similar key specs as the L9H, comes in two throw sizes, and has the same availability period.
Hisense has split its new projector launches into Laser TV and Laser Cinema models, with PL1 being the first to be announced in the latter category. This 4K entertainment hub of his features an X-Fusion light source and filters that can put out 2,100 ANSI lumens and comes with an adjustable lens for 80-120 inch visuals.
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Dolby Vision and HDR10 are supported, 86% of the DCI-P3 color space is supported, Google TV is included, and a 30-watt speaker system handles Dolby Atmos sound.
Cinema’s second flavor is the PX2-PRO, which utilizes TriChroma lasers for “impressive color accuracy, vivid images,” and a peak brightness of 2,400 ANSI lumens. Dolby Vision and HDR10 are once again supported, plus a powered digital lens has been installed to sharply focus slow visuals from 90 to 130 inches. Hisense promises a best-in-class home theater experience at an affordable price, but we’re waiting to see exactly how much it will cost.
And finally, the company has packed a TriChroma triple laser light engine into a smart mini projector. This model offers image sizes from 65 to 150 inches, supports Dolby Vision and HDR10, features the benefits of autofocus and keystone correction, includes Wi-Fi 6e and Bluetooth 5.0, and is powered by JBL’s 20-W It has Dolby Atmos speakers.
Google TV is not included, but users can still watch Netflix, Disney Plus and Apple TV thanks to the company’s own VIDAA Smart TV OS platform. A mid-2023 release window has been revealed.
Source: Hisense
