Hitachi CP-TW2503 Projector Review - 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