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Sanyo PLV-Z5 projector
Sanyo PLV-Z5
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/17/13 11:09:14
 
 
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• LCD projector - High Definition 720p • Max. Resolution 1280 x 720 • 1100 ANSI lumens • 10000:1 Contrast Ratio • 16:9 Native Aspect Ratio • Max. Projection Distance 4 ft - 30 ft
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (16)
 
Published
Nov 10, 2008
Editor Rating
7.0/10
Sanyo PLV-Z5 LCD Projector review - TV - Trusted Reviews
My hope with the Z5 was that I'd stumbled on a true budget gem...In the end, though, the inconsistency of the Z5's brightness/contrast balance distracted me just that bit too much for comfort...Today is one of these ‘bargain bucket' days, as our endless Internet trawling recently uncovered the remarkable sight of Sanyo's PLV-Z5 LCD projector...
Published
Mar 21, 2007
Editor Rating
4.5/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 review | from TechRadar's expert reviews of Projectors
Clear picture performance...Black levels aren't very good Design doesn't impress...The Z5 doesn't look very special, to be honest...As with all of Sanyo's PLV-Z models, the Z5 uses LCD technology, in this instance delivering a native resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels and, thanks to a near-obligatory auto-iris system, a massive claimed contrast ratio of 10000:1...However...
Published
Nov 2, 2006
 
 
Sanyo PLV-Z5 Projector Review - Overview
Extremely sharp image Very good black levels Excellent shadow detail Extensive control of image quality Excellent zoom lens with 2:1 (+) range...Out of the box color accuracy Could be brighter Remote is cluttered, buttons small and closely...Reviewing the PLV-Z5 home theater projector, has been an interesting experience...Overall, there are improvements we will cover,...
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USER REVIEWS (18)
 
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6 user reviews
 
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Average rating
from 2
reviews
5.0/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 Home Entertainment Projector - Compare Prices and Reviews on Sanyo PLVZ5...
"Easy to adjust throw distance and size None so far..."

"I always associated the Sanyo brand with cut-rate electronics but this unit certainly is NOT and just for good measure it has an industry leading 3-year warranty! Highly recommended! sharp picture and good contrast..."

"It has some nice features like capturing your own startup logo, but haven't explored all features so far..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 LCD Projector Product Reviews and Price Comparison - Epinions.com
"great color, whisper quiet, long throw kind of large physically, lens cover door problem Summary: My wife and I purchased this projector about 45 days ago, partially due to the great reviews on the PLV-Z4 and also due to the long throw lens..."

"Aside from a small mechanical problem, we have been really happy with the performance..."

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Average rating
from 1
reviews
5.0/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 Home Theater Projector PLV-Z5 B&H Photo Video
"Clear Display Easy To Use Quality Construction Quiet The lens moves I bought this projector in October..."

"Also the ir sensor for the remote doesn't work 30% of the time when turning on, it always works for everything else (That is probably just my unit I would not, not recommend it just because of that..."

"I have been told that Sanyo has great service and can have this repaired within one week,..."

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Published
Apr 13, 2007
 
 
Sanyo PLV-Z5 - reviews - Projectors - Home Theatre Projectors - Good Gear Guide
This year, in a sublime return to form, Sanyo's PLV-Z5 delivers everything we loved about the Z3 and more...The Sanyo PLV-Z5 is a high definition, 16:9, home theatre projector with a native resolution of 1280x720 (720p...To test the projector's high definition performance when playing video games, we connected the Z5 to an Xbox 360 via one of...
Published
Dec 7, 2007
Editor Rating
5.0/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 LCD Projector Review — Reviews and News from Audioholics
Very detailed image with reduced screen door effect Excellent calibration out of the box Quiet cooling system 3000 hour bulb life (max) Excellent LCD...No 12VDC trigger Only a minor upgrade from the PLV-Z4...HT is in the basement with pretty good, but not perfect, light control...Seems like the Panny gives perhaps a tad more filmlike picture and higher overall performance, but the Sanyo...
ProjectorCentral News - Oct 30 06 - Sanyo Introduces PLV-Z5 Home Theater Projector
Another factor in image quality is the 12-Bit Digital Processing IC...Fine-tuning the image settings enables compensation for specific conditions in every viewing environment...A full complement of input terminals, which includes two digital HDMI interfaces and two sets of component video inputs, together with composite video and S-video connections, provides extensive flexibility...
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Published
Oct 30, 2006
 
 
Sanyo Ships PLV-Z5 Projector with 10000:1 Contrast Ratio -- THE Journal
has rolled out the latest model in its line of home entertainment projectors: the PLV-Z5...The PLV-Z5 is a 720p (1,280 x 720) wide LCD-based projector that features a brightness of 1,100 ANSI lumens and offers 12-bit RGB processing, a 2x zoom and lens shifting capabilities...
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Published
Sep 2, 2008
 
 
Sanyo PLV Z5 - PC & Tech Authority
The PLV-Z5 has its benefits, but can’t quite match the all-round ability of the best in its class...The PLV-Z5 takes much from older models in the range, such as 12-bit digital image processing, Sanyo’s proprietary twin-iris lens system and 3D colour management – the ‘TopazReal’ image solution, as the company calls it...Motor racing comedy...
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www.cine4home.de (Projector Tuning: Sanyo PLV-Z5 Sanyo PLVZ5 Sanyo PLV Z5)
In this Tuning Special we will examine to what extent the limits of the Z5 can be increased efficiently, without having to make compromises with regard to color reproduction...In gray tones, the mode shows a good approximation to the 6500K (D65) which is necessary for the adherence to the video standard, as can be seen in the diagram above...Thus the user has the choice between outstanding Black...
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Published
Apr 26, 2007
 
 
Sanyo PLV-Z5 : Comparing 3 HD Ready Video Projectors
The PLV-Z5 adjusts well to different viewing environments...But color accuracy is where the PLV-Z5 really shines, and does even better than its ancestor, the Z4...The Z5 delivered a picture with good sharpness and definition...Overall the image showed very little noise - probably the best performance in this price range in that department...The PLV-Z5...
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Sanyo PLV-Z5 - Home Theatre - Gadget Guy Australia
Sanyo's PLV-Z5 has been around for a year or so, and it remains one of the most highly regarded budget 720p projectors (ie...The lens is contained within the projector's body so it is protected from damage...What the projector does do fairly well, in terms of picture processing, is accept standard definition video (ie...The PLV-Z5 remains a fine low-cost projector...
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Published
Nov 1, 2007
 
 
Sanyo PLV-Z5 Expert Reviews | Projectors Expert ratings - Kelkoo
The Sanyo PLV-Z5 Projector is an ideal choice for both business organisations and homes that need quality projectors...We have a huge listing of deals and offers from the top online retailers and yYou can also find expert reviews and complete product information Sanyo PLV-Z5 Projector andto make your buying choice easy...
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Sanyo PLV-Z5 ceiling projector mount - 1000 series
The actual projector plate will be made specifically for the Sanyo PLV-Z5 projector and will differ from this image...The Perfectmounts 1000 series ceiling projector mount for the Sanyo PLV-Z5...You have made a significant investment in your Sanyp PLV-Z5 projector...
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Sanyo PLV-Z5 Projector Review - Tech News Updates
Recently the writers at Trusted Reviews had the opportunity to review the PLV-Z5...an aging but good mid-range LCD projector made irresistible by having its price reduced to bargain bucket levels...
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Average rating
from 2
reviews
5.0/5
Sanyo PLV-Z5 1100 Lumens 720p 16:9 HDMI Home Theater 11 lbs. LCD Video Projector...
"Purchased this from Tiger for a great price after reading several reviews online about the model..."

"The black levels are great on this device..."

"I compensated by using felt around my screen to break up and darken the area..."

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Sanyo PLV-Z5 LCD Projector - Multimedia Projector Replacement ...
Sanyo PLV-Z5 Overview, Features, and Description. New Replacement Lamp (includes bulb and housing) Compatible for Sanyo plv-z5 Manufacturer Part Number: 610 323 5998 ...
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MANUFACTURERS (1)
 
SANYO :: Discontinued Models :: PLV-Z5
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