The HT2050A switched quickly between 2D and 3D and has a separate image preset for the latter that can be calibrated independently of the other modes. Once they’re synced, they’ll work every time you drop a 3D Blu-ray in the player.
BenQ offers them for $59 or you can use the XPand models that I keep on hand, which can be found online for $40-60. To watch 3D, you’ll need to procure a pair of DLP-Link glasses. I loved its solid feel and positive button clicks. The handset is very powerful and had no trouble bouncing commands from the screen or from side walls. Small size dictates that not all discrete functions will fit but you get access to most projector options including power on and off, image blanking and keystone, calibration controls, and transport keys for HDMI CEC sources. Audio is further supported by RCA and 3.5mm inputs and a 3.5mm output.
#BENQ HT2050A PROJECTOR FULL#
It plays without distortion even at full volume and pumps out a surprising amount of bass. BenQ calls it CineMaster Audio+ 2 and it involves careful equalization and the use of quality materials like magnesium and rubidium. It’s powered by a 10-watt amp and delivers excellent sound for its size thanks to thoughtful tuning. The grills make it appear as if there are two speakers but it’s actually part of a clever chambering system that broadens the soundstage of a single driver. Control is possible through a 12v trigger output and an RS-232 input. Two USBs provide power for accessories and a service interface. In back, you’ll find a packed input panel with two HDMI 1.4a ports, separate component and composite jacks, and a VGA connector. IR sensors are installed here and on the front for easy control. Also up top are buttons for power, source, and menu navigation along with three status lights. Light leakage is minimal and you will want to close the sliding door over the lens controls once installation is complete. Ventilation happens through generous grills in front and on the sides. Auto-keystone is also included though I recommend avoiding it since it reduces resolution. Geometry can be further manipulated with two leveling feet at the rear and a single, spring-loaded leg in front. It isn’t quite a closeup display but it will display a 100” image from just over eight feet away. Zoom range is 1.3x and distance could be called short-throw-ish.
The offset starts at 105% so regardless, you’ll have to mount the HT2050A either above or below the screen’s edge. It’s not much but it can help with tricky installations. The lens features focus and zoom controls along with something unexpected at this price point, 10% vertical shift. Rather than a traditional auto-iris, it throttles brightness in its SmartEco setting for greater contrast. The lamp is a 240-watt UHP lamp with a claimed lifespan of 3500-7000 hours depending on mode.
#BENQ HT2050A PROJECTOR 1080P#
There is no shifting or other trickery here it is a 1080p native display with Rec.709 color (96% according to BenQ and my measurements), capable of 60Hz operation over its HDMI 1.4a inputs. The HT2050A is a single-chip DLP employing TI’s DarkChip3 DMD device at 1920×1080 resolution. It also offers reasonably bright 3D with next to zero crosstalk. For those without an audio system, a built-in 10-watt speaker offers surprisingly good sound. A six-segment color wheel means good saturation throughout the brightness range. Their main feature is accurate Rec.709 color that covers at least 96% of the gamut. They aren’t super-bright but they offer plenty of output if you have some ambient light. These displays are aimed at dedicated theaters and multi-use media rooms. Today, I’ll be looking at the HT2050A from the CineHome line. But all can pretty much nail the Rec.709 color gamut at a D65 white point with 2.2 gamma. A few offer short-throw lenses or low-lag gaming modes. Of course, it isn’t quite as simple as, “pick your favorite.” One must consider throw distance, screen size, and of course, output. For all intents and purposes, their color accuracy is identical. It seems that every new projector I receive from them performs so close to standard that differences in picture quality are microscopic. No longer can I say Model X is better than Model Y. I’m often asked to compare the different BenQ models, and I must say, it has become something of a challenge.
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