<p>Until now I have only used traditional long throw overhead projectors but I moved into a new house and have a new space, so I needed something I could put up against the wall. I spent a lot of time researching which unit to go with and I am glad that I chose this one. The picture is fantastic and there are so many new features I have to play around with, I'm still trying to figure out what they all mean. </p>

<p>The build quality of this machine is very good and it feels very solid. The built-in speakers are better than expected, obviously if you're spending this kind of money on a projector you probably have some type of sound system, but the built-in speakers weren't half bad. </p>

<p>I think the picture quality of this thing is wonderful. The level of detail I can see is amazing and I've very happy with it. I am using it in a basement that is light controlled and with my old overhead, white screen. I am still researching ALR screens to pair with this projector, but so far with just my old screen I am more than pleased with the picture quality. I have the unit about 18-20" from the wall and projecting onto a screen that is about 106" diagonal and everything looks good to me. I still have some tweaks to do, but out of the box it was really good.</p>

<p>My initial setup was a little wonky, through no fault of the unit. I was interupted while setting up the Google Tv and had an issue where it got hung up on the "setting up your Tv" screen. Powering the machine off and on wouldn't do anything to fix it so I called Hisense for support. They were very responsive but couldn't figure out what the issue was. They finally updated the firmware for this model on their website and I was able to download it onto a USB drive and restart the unit. It has worked perfectly ever since. The process was simple and again, this fault wasn't the machine, it was more than likely mine. They have very detailed instructions how to do this on their support site and it was very helpful. All is fixed and woking like a charm. </p>

<p>My experience with projectorscreen.com was also very, very good. The unit shipped quickly, safely, discretely packaged, and arrived on time. All around a fantastic experience. Thank you to everyone there. </p>

<p>I'm no expert on these things, but I think overall this machine is a great value for the money. Its not super cheap or wildly expensive, it has a great picture, solid build quality, and tons of features. I'm more than happy with my purchase.</p>

 

Variation Reviewed: Hisense PX1-Pro TriChroma Triple Laser Cinema Projector 4K Ultra Short Throw

I've had my PX1- Pro for a couple weeks now. Since I had to wait for my screen to arrive and like probably every first time projector owner, I unpacked it and set it up to project on my not perfect walls to see how it works and what it looks like. And it was impressive... I've always had larger screens, but 75" was the max, and to set this up to match the screen size that I was getting even on a wall that was not a perfect color, it looked great..



Since I've never had a projector before, I cannot make effective comparisons to other projectors, However the color is impressive with the 3 laser and the brightness was adequate even with some lighting as my area is not perfectly dark during the day, though that can be improved with better curtains or blackout curtains.



As I noted, the image is very good even with some lighting and since the installation of my Spectra 120" screen that has improved. However like all projectors and in most reviews I've seen, anytime you can make the room dark, the picture and the colors pop even more..



Being my first projector, 2200 lumens does seem like enough, some scenes are quite bright, dark scenes look good, however without more to compare to, its impossible to know how good it really might be. I can perhaps see if it were brighter, I assume it would overcome any ambient light more easily, but my area is dim, even during the day, and I am planning to improve on that.



I have not had any issues with motion that I can complain about.. I've tried the various settings for it and motion handling seems to work fine.



During the setup, I used the projector's automatic geometric calibration and it works great, once you get things lined up as best you can manually, at least in my opinion, the final tweaks can be done in a minute with this feature. There has always been concern in most every setup or review video I've watched, where manual geometric calibration should be avoided as it can degrade the image, I do not believe I am seeing any such issue using the automatic geometric calibration feature. I find this feature very easy to use, step by step, QR code to connect to the projector, take a pic of the calibration screen and upload it, and in a few seconds you screen is perfectly aligned or so close, any final tweak is a breeze.



Overall I am very satisfied with my initial foray into projection and I think UST is the future, since they solve various issues that I think other long throw versions have inherently, however nothing is every perfect and I am sure that future UST's' will make more advances in setup and performance.

 

Variation Reviewed: Hisense PX1-Pro TriChroma Triple Laser Cinema Projector 4K Ultra Short Throw

The setup wasn't too difficult however I find the measurements for the PX1 to bottom of screen to be off for a 100" screen. It took me quite a while to get the screen and projector to marry where the picture was acceptable within the screen frame border. Still not perfect by about a half inch(black line across the bottom) but my measurements are spot on. Suggest you start your alignment (bottom of screen to bottom of PX1 on the low side and be happy to raise it if needed) I'm literal and built my console to almost exact measurements (within .25 inches) and I ended up having to cut my table legs another inch even though my bottom of screen to bottom of PX1 were within advertised specs. If they made the feet, on the PX1, either removable or with more adjustment throw, this could solve some issues. Just a thought.

As far as the picture goes, it's more than adequate but not sure it is $3500 worth of awesome. To be fair, inexpensive 1.0 gain screen, gray in color(to increase contrast), but it isn't a $500 or north $$$ quality screen. Regardless I feel it should be a little sharper of an image and I'm not buying a $1000 ALR or CLR screen to find out if that's the issue. If someone wants to send me a top of the line screen to review I'd be happy to upend my setup and try it again at some point, but no way am I going to chance paying and experiencing more disappointment finding out it's not the screen. I'd go ballistic at that point. The focusing procedure for text is lacking and very hard to see(during the testing/focusing process), when you've dialed the words in complete focus. The range (blurry to not so blurry) changes are too slow and need to more definitive. Never do they become crisp to the point I'm left not wondering if I could do better. At some point I gave up and decided just to use the thing. My basement setup is pitch black so there is no ambient light causing any issues with picture. Any light bleed from outside sources and you won't be happy with the picture in my opinion. It's all either the PX1 or the screen that I'm not blown away with. This is my first laser projector so maybe I'm too critical? Reviews and advertisements for the product lead me to believe it's the best and latest tech, so I feel responsibility needs to be taken at Hisense level and whoever markets the product. Overall I'm not returning the product because I built out the basement specifically to add this laser projector and theater sitting area. Its average or above for the price... but not "nutso, I can't believe it awesome."

For the record, I'm extremely critical to the point of borderline perfection insanity. Retired Navy Chief and 100% disabled vet who absolutely has to have the best result when making purchases of this magnitude or spending just a dollar. Stuff just has to be right. It has to be simple so any Joe can do it and it must be as advertised. I feel this missed the mark a bit considering the ticket price for admission at $3500.

However, I'll put in a plug for the Nakamichi 9.2.4 right here on this review. For a soundbar scenario this thing is NUTS! That was money well spent. Sound out of the Hisense PX1 is ok and acceptable but....you're not getting the most out of a theater type experience if you don't have dolby atmos surround going on from an external system. I chose the soundbar system scenario because of a tight space. It doesn't disappoint and feel it's worth the money spent.

Well, there you go, hope everything was clear as mud. There will be no pictures of the inside of my home, so don't ask for them.

One final note. projectorscreen.com customer service chat was very responsive and he tried to help until he couldn't. Sent me the tech information and I'm sure the tech department would have been just as friendly. So I have no issue with this company and would gladly buy from them again. Ultimately I got it to useable and decided not to stress myself out any longer. But don't think that half inch black line doesn't give me nightmares every time I turn it on. Thankfully, Top Gun is in Widescreen, with no other option, so I can't get away from black lines anyway.

Thank you.

Variation Reviewed: Hisense PX1-Pro TriChroma Triple Laser Cinema Projector 4K Ultra Short Throw

Let me start by saying, that this wasn't my first choice projector to get, but definitely is the one that was worth it.
At first, I bought the Formovie projector, which, after watching so many reviews and hearing so many good things about, I thought it'll be the one. But once I had it set up, something was off about it - for me, at least. It is a very good projector indeed, but before I bought it, my brother lended me his Hisense PX1 Pro, and after using it for a week, Formovie just felt different. I got used to how snappy Hisense's OS is, how the menu is broken down, the controls, and especially the motion of the picture. Although Formovie and Hisense use the same motion technology, somehow, Formovie felt a bit more jittery or when set to smooth, fast moving pictures looked a little clipped, you could see pixel shifting. Again, I don't know why, but this was not an issue with Hisense for me. Hisense had more motion options in settings as well and the movements always looked smooth.
So long story short, after using Formovie for about 5 days, ProjectorScreen.com, as amazing as they are, agreed to take it back for full credit, so that I could get Hisense instead.
And oh boy, I've been enjoying the projector for the last month as no other. The picture quality, the sanppiness of OS, the availability options for calibrating and so on, everything was just what I needed and what I liked.
We are currently in the middle of moving to a new place, so for the time being I have it projected onto a dark egg shell colored wall, and even during the day the picture is perfectly vieweable, but come nighttime, it become so much more colorful, with deep shadows, nice blacks (contrast), of course not as good as an oled, but great looking blacks, and stunning 4k/Dolby Vision picture. If I'm enjoying it so much on the wall, I can't even imagine yet, how good it'll look on the actual ALR screen. I have it projected at about 105' of viewable image, and hooked up to my Denon receiver, with 5.2.2 Dolby Atmos sound set up, and it's a great home theater experience I've had so far.
If you're on the edge about this projector, I can 100% assure you, you won't regret it. Everyone's room and set up is different, so you might need to adjust/calibrate it a little, but once it's done, you will surely enjoy it.
This is a 10 out of 10 buy for me, and I hope, for you as well.

Variation Reviewed: Hisense PX1-Pro TriChroma Triple Laser Cinema Projector 4K Ultra Short Throw

I have been up in the air about switching to a projector for quite a few years, but I finally took the dive into the segment and am very glad that I did. After a lot of research the Hisense PX1 Pro ticked all the boxes. I was looking for a home theater in my basement with an emphasis on gaming. The low input lag and color accuracy made the PX1 Pro a great choice. I also preferred the lower brightness of the PX1 Pro since I would be in a light controlled basement. I was under the assumption that an ALR screen was not necessary in a light controlled environment, but I have to say that I really do recommend it in any setting. It really makes the projector as versatile as a TV. Overall I can not recommend this projector more and I also highly recommend projectorscreen.com for their service and fast shipping.