Panasonic PT-AE4000U Projector: Are you listening Amazon?
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I cannot understand why Amazon itself does not sell this projector. They do sell the "competition" (for example, the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB LCD Projector (V11H337020) [although not at the present time due to some difficulties] and the Epson Powerlite V11H336120 Home Cinema 8100 1080p LCD Home Theater Projector); why not this Panasonic too? If they sold it, Panasonic would sell many more of these projectors as Amazon has demonstrated that it is a trustworthy and consumer-friendly company. That said, if anyone wants one, they could hardly find a better dealer than Visual Apex, from whom I bought mine. They are as good a company as Amazon - and, as you know, that's saying something!
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You might check out epvision's primedtv website. It has more product details than the Amazon website.
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Yup, I just purchased one last week and I just plugged in a blu-ray player via HDMI and powered on the projector and it automatically detected the HDMI connection. All I had to do after that was to adjust the focus. Hope that helps :)
2253093
Yes! Easy to use. We host backyard movie gatherings. This projector set up worked perfectly.
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Dear HL S. It is difficult to provide an accurate and scientific answer based on the given input. Give it a try, buy the product, check it out and see if it meets your quality standards. If yes--Great!. Otherwise return to supplier for full refund and learn from the experience when specifying another projector. Regards. Mr. North East.
1017177
Yes, in fact I have the 4200 and bought the Kodak FHS for that projector. However, the installation was a bit of a challenge.
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Couple of questions.1. Is your projector a short throw or long?2. What is your desired screen size?
654012
My projector only shows 1080i or 720p. I don't see any artifacts in my picture, which looks wonderful.
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Picture quality is awesome. However- not sure about your setup, but a short throw doesn't make much sense for an outdoor projector. Also not sure about brightness for outdoors, since there tends to be a lot of light outside that you can't control. Probably safer to look elsewhere.
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Not sure about Amazon as I haven't researched this---but you can call customer service and they will respond immediately (within an hour). I have found them very helpful and reasonably knowledgeable. Also I have researched all major brands and asked at least 3 techs in my area about reliability of 3 flat panels brands. While this is a loaded question since technology is changing so rapidly, all said Panasonic is very good and so far very reliable. Finally I also went to a few a/v specialty stores and a LOCAL major furn/appliance/ELECTRONICS store and asked who services their products. So I have found someone (or 2) businesses within 50 miles of my medium sized city who have excellent reputations. Not wanting to bash Best Buy, HH Gregg, etc. but the techs I talked with had reservations about buying extended warranties from the big store chains. I have no direct experience so I cannot really say. I have researched this V-10 for my mother and she will be buying from a local dealer. She's willing to pay a little more for correct setup and calibration and to integrate with her high end home theater separates. An extended warranty is optional through the dealer or local technician of my choice. Next to last, a very quality oriented Factory Authorized Service Center PROPRIETOR within 50 miles from my house stated that he is part of a network of technicians and recommended cpscentral.com (Computer Priority Service). I have not visited this site. Last I encourage you to investigate in your area before buying. The reason I'm so diligent is that my mother is replacing a 5 yr old Pioneer Elite plasma which cost $10,000 and now will either be repaired and come to my home or recycled. This should help you--don't let your excitement out weigh good reasoning!!
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Bad idea. Panasonic's customer service sucks. Buy it now. Amazon has it in stock.
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No. You get what you pay for. Look into the Aser H5360 - this is the best projector for the money and can be used for many purposes. I've used it for presentations, and watched 3D movies at home on it (3D requires Optima 3DXL converter.)
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Thanks BlueDemon.I have actually been following the thread on AVSForum since it began. While there are some reports of loose HDMI connectors, muting, etc; it really isn't much (actual content-wise vs. wishing/hoping-wise). Amazon had a yellow note on their HT-CT500 page for a while saying that no orders were being taken because of Amazon customer-reported issues. I was curious to see what the actual issues were (causing a suspension of sales), in case any of those customers returned here.Thanks~Bill
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Sorry, I couldn't use the projector because it didn't work. The mother board was burned when I bought it. I am really deceived with Amazon.
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my opinion on the black series entertainment projector i think its a great product amazon.com is one of the best place to shop one other thing that i will like to see that you can also get replacement parts for the projectors!!! salsakig signing out mery christmas to all !!
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Not sure. Maybe not. U can watch high def though. Maybe their next model will be for blu ray. Contact mfg. we just used projector tonight and the pic quality is awesome!! Good luck.
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I am sorry you are having problems. I also ordered this projector, but promptly sent it back as I was dissatisfied with it. I recommend you do the same. I ordered a different model and am very happy with it. I use it for Keynote presentations as well as showing movies. I could never have done that with this model you have. I then ordered the Optoma W303, yes, more expensive, but IMHO well worth it. As they say, "you get what you pay for, if you don't pay much, you don't get much".