Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Pro and Cons Posted on August 27, 2014 By Ron Jones 1. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Overview - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Highlights2. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Special Features - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Ultra Short Throw - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Wired and Wireless Networking - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Interactivity - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Presentations without a Computer - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - DICOM Simulation - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Extensive Image Options and Adjustments3. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Hardware Tour - Control Panel - Signal Connector Panel - Interactive sensors - Remote Control4. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Hardware Tour 2 - The "Easy Menu" - Advanced Menu - Network Menus - Summary5. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Interative Setup & Use6. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Picture Quality - Picture/Color Modes - Picture Quality - Image Sharpness with Text - Image Contrast - Bottom Line on Picture Quality7. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Performance - Brightness - Audible Noise - Sharpness - Audio Performance8. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Summary - Picture Quality - Feature Set - The Bottom Line9. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Warranty10. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Pro and Cons - Pros - Cons11. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Specifications HITACHI CP-TW2503 – Pro and Cons Pros Bright 2700 lumens – enough to handle most classrooms, training rooms without difficulty Exceptionally sharp image for an ultra short throw projector Very good color in the best picture mode Extensive adjustments available to improve image quality Advanced adjustments offered to correct image geometry Comprehensive built-in interactive controls for use with up to 4 pens (2 supplied) Interactive software supplied for PC and Mac iOS and Android apps available Ultra short throw design, so as not to blind presenter, and reduces installation costs Built-in 16 watt speaker system adequte to cover typical classrooms and smaller conference rooms Audio out to easily interface with a room audio system or external powered speakers Good remote control, in terms of layout, and range Very comprehensive menus with a well laid out structure Extensive, advanced networking, including Crestron compatibility, with support for presentations over the network, push notifications, monitoring, etc. Supports PC-free presentations using photos, videos, audio files and side shows stored on a USB flash drive Easy wireless networking, via optional plug-in module Multiple Eco features – timers, to feel good and reduce operational costs Low lamp replacement cost help to keep overall costs below that of led or laser projectors Extensive collection of inputs and connectors Digital zoom and magnify allows reducing overall image size or zooming in on a small area of the image Electronic Keystone correction and the “Perfect Fit-2” feature make it easy to obtain perfect image geometry Auto and manual calibration for the interactive screen makes quick work of the initial setup and keeping the touch positions accurately aligned with the image Flexible mounting with table mounted, Wall mounted above the projection surface (e.g., whiteboard) or mounted vertically for projecting down onto a table top Software provided to allows any multiple networked projectors to be managed from one centralized computer Long life air filter 3 year parts and labor warranty Cons Ultra short nature requires precise placement of projector to fill the projection surface accurately (no zoom, but no ultra short throws have optical zoom) Remote lacks backlight and the grey lettering on the black remote is difficult to read in low light Contrast and black levels could be improved, although since normally used in not fully darkened rooms where the difference would be significant Sound volume and quality from built-in speaker is only average and cannot be played as loud nor have as much bass as some competing models At almost 10 lbs, not particularly portable, which is too bad considering the great interactive capabilities Filters to change (but not very often), which like replacing lamps, is a factor in overall cost of operation/maintenance Not inexpensive – relatively high list price but street price is competitive withultra short throw interactive projectors from other manufacturers No support for MHL over HDMI input, as offered on some competitive projectors Warranty does not include a quick exchange program as is being offered by some other manufacturers 1. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Overview - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Highlights2. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Special Features - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Ultra Short Throw - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Wired and Wireless Networking - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Interactivity - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Presentations without a Computer - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - DICOM Simulation - Hitachi CP-TW2503 - Extensive Image Options and Adjustments3. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Hardware Tour - Control Panel - Signal Connector Panel - Interactive sensors - Remote Control4. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Hardware Tour 2 - The "Easy Menu" - Advanced Menu - Network Menus - Summary5. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Interative Setup & Use6. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Picture Quality - Picture/Color Modes - Picture Quality - Image Sharpness with Text - Image Contrast - Bottom Line on Picture Quality7. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Performance - Brightness - Audible Noise - Sharpness - Audio Performance8. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Summary - Picture Quality - Feature Set - The Bottom Line9. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Warranty10. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Pro and Cons - Pros - Cons11. Hitachi CP-TW2503 Specifications Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review – Warranty Hitachi CP-TW2503 Specifications
