Epson Home Cinema 2045 review

Epson Home Cinema 2045: Wireless Full HD Projector

Epson Home Cinema 2045

The Home Cinema 2045 is a high-end wireless projector by Epson. This device is expected to become their best selling home theater projectors over the last decade. Apart from having advanced technical characteristics, it can boast improved installation flexibility. Among a wide variety of models, the Epson Home Cinema 2045 wireless projector can become your best choice as it delivers Full HD 1080p content with accurate color.

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Setup

Setting the Epson Home Cinema 2045 is typical for all data projectors. The device has 2 HDMI ports so a couple of mobile devices can be connected directly to it. Availability of an audio out port, a RCA port, a VGA port for the laptop or computer, and a USB port for plugging in a flash memory stick make the 2045 attractive for fans of the home comfort. It comes with 1AA battery.

Features

The key Epson Home Cinema 2045 specs effectively ensure vibrant images all the way to 300 inches if necessary. Even in the smallest premises, the sound will create a cozy atmosphere of home comfort.

Specs also include advanced image processing, one dynamic contrast ratio, 2200 lumens of white brightness, and 2200 lumens of color brightness. Two MHL®2 and HDMI® ports allow enjoying games, HD movies, or wirelessly stream content via Intel® and Miracast® WiDi. It means that mobile devices can be connected directly to the unit.

The Epson Home Cinema 2045 projector is compatible with the Blu-ray Disc® player and gaming console. It should be pointed out that images look extremely clear and crisp at night.

Besides, it lacks the DLP “rainbow effect.” Sometimes, the fan of the projector to be loud but placing the projector in ECO mode will reduce the noise by 50% less.

Design

The Epson Home Cinema 2045 LCD is portable, so you will easily transport it anywhere you want – from a friend’s home to your room. The weight of the model is only 6.9 pounds, while its measurements are 11.69 x 9.80 x 4.69 inches. The device is framed by the white plastic that makes it stylish for any apartment. The 2045 projector comes with an IR remote which lacks backlighting. Still, the device is equipped with playback controls, input buttons.

Conclusion

If you are not interested in 3D but want a good projector for home use – the Epson Home Cinema 2045 projector can offer you a great balance of excellent brightness, high-quality images, and low price. The Epson Home Cinema 2045 review shows that this device provides the best balance of pros and cons make it an excellent choice for those who want to purchase a high-quality product at a reasonable price. Apart from its technical characteristics, the projector has a stylish design. While the perfectionists may want to tweak the colors to make the picture extremely clear, we remember that it is just a “take it, plug it in, and enjoy the video” projector. In other words, it is an actual consumer product.

Common

Product

Epson Home Cinema 2045

Model

Home Cinema 2045

Reviews

138

Brand

Epson

Translation properties

Projection system

3LCD

Native resolution

1920 x 1080

Aspect ratio

16:9

Pixel number

2073600

Brightness

2200 lumens

Color reproduction

1.07 billion

Contrast ratio

35000:1

Throw ratio range

1.22 - 1.47

Lamp

Lamp type

200 W

Lamp life

Normal mode

4000

Eco mode

7500

Lens

F-number

1.58 - 1.72

Focal length

16.9 - 20.28 mm

Lens shift

Zoom ratio

1.0 - 1.2

Interface

HDMI

2

D-sub 15pin

1

Composite video (RCA)

1

Audio L/R (RCA)

2

Audio out (Mini Jack)

1

USB (Type A)

1

USB (Type mini-B)

1

RS232 (DB-9pin)

has not

Sound

Integrated speaker

Speaker power

5 W

Sound type

mono

Resolution support

640 x 480

1024 x 768

1280 x 800

1400 x 1050

1920 x 1080

Video compatibility

NTSC

PAL

SECAM

3D

Settings

Keystone correction manual

Horizontal +- 30 degrees

Keystone correction auto

Vertical +- 30 degrees

Operating distance

19.7 ft

Security functions

Audible noise

Normal mode

37 dBA

Eco mode

29 dBA

Operating temperature

Min

5 C

Max

35 C

Features

Color

white

Wireless

Remote control

Mouse functions

Warranty

2 Years

Dimensions

Product size

14.6 x 14.3 x 7.2 inches

Product weight

6.9 pounds