LG Debuts First 2022 Cinebeam Laser Projectors

[TheLostSwede]

LG Electronics USA announced the debut of its 2022 LG CineBeam 4K laser projector (models HU715Q and HU710P), the company's most advanced projectors to date. The new LG HU715Q Ultra Short Throw (UST) features sophisticated technologies including auto brightness and the ability to create a 100-inch image when placed only 21.7 centimeters from the wall, delivering stellar picture quality in a flexible, space-conscious design. The LG HU710P, a notable upgrade to its predecessor, delivers brighter images and deeper blacks courtesy of a wheel-less hybrid laser. The HU710P (SRP $2,499) and HU715Q (SRP $2,999) are available now.

The new CineBeam projectors are excellent choices for consumers looking to create their very own private cinemas with immersive, large-scale images that can be projected directly onto the wall or a dedicated screen. Compact and easy to set up, both models are suitable for most indoor spaces and also look great in backyards after the sun has set. Perfect for film buffs looking to add something special to their décor, the LG HU715Q has been thoughtfully designed with a premium fabric cover courtesy of Danish textile company, Kvadrat to harmonize with home furnishings and interiors.




With both units delivering 4K resolution with 3,840 x 2,160 vibrant pixels, the advanced laser technology in the new projectors delivers an impressive 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio and high peak brightness, elevating content by revealing more details in dark and bright scenes. Thanks to keystone correction with 4-, 9- and 15-point warping, the projectors provide easy horizontal and vertical alignment which allows for flexible placement without distortion. The LG HU715Q generates 2,500 ANSI lumens with a laser light source while the LG HU710P delivers 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness via laser-LED hybrid technology. Both are rated for 20,000 hours of use which translated to a lifespan four times longer than conventional projector lamps.

The new CineBeam projectors feature a number of advanced image-enhancing technologies for the optimal viewing experience:

• Brightness Optimizer makes adjustments according to ambient light conditions.
• Dynamic Tone Mapping analyzes and fine tunes each frame to support superior HDR performance for stunningly real, incredibly vivid images regardless of the content or light level of the room
• Filmmaker Mode displays movies the way their directors intended them to be seen, replicating the exact look and feel of a theatrical release by preserving the original aspect ratio, frame rate and colors.
• LG's webOS smart platform offers intuitive controls and navigation with easy access to a wide range of popular streaming services including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube and Apple TV.
• [LG HU715Q only] Built-in quad woofers and 2.2-channel stereo heighten the sense of immersion, addition of surround sound when connected to one or two Bluetooth speakers.

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[medi01]

LG's webOS smart platform offers intuitive controls and navigation with easy access

It used to, yes.

The LG HU715Q generates 2,500 ANSI lumens with a laser light source while the LG HU710P delivers 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness via laser-LED hybrid technology

So, beats most of even brightest TVs that we have?
On a screen of which size though? 100 inches?

 

[bug]

Idk about film buffs, I think these will suck at HDR support. They're bright, but they can't project blacks.

 

[DrCR]

they can't project blacks.

B-but look at the press photo! Clearly light absorbing technology.

 

[Arcdar]

Idk about film buffs, I think these will suck at HDR support. They're bright, but they can't project blacks.

No, but with the new ALR screens they come very close to "extremely good black levels". Also, "OLED" can't display black, too, if we'd go into that part of the discussion. OLED's "exclude" black areas and don't trigger the elements in those areas. The same with a good projector. A laser-Projector doesn't work like old-school LED-screens lighting the whole area but more like back-projector-TV's. If the sw/hw of the projector is done well the "black areas" are just not "being shot at" in a way. It just depends on the triggering of what is considered a "black area" versus a "grey area" and here, as the light intensity especially of the lasers, can be very finely tuned we're back to the point of "how good the sw/hw" is and the calibration of both to get a nice grey and no over-bright areas in "dark spots".

I've seen some ultra-short-range-laser-PJ at work with (and "own" a xgimi aura in a way ^^ ) a high quality ALR "fabric" as screen (the structure of those is actually amazing and a small marvel of technology on its own) and it's a "totally different feeling". Of course, comparing it to the latest from sony (75x90J and 75a90j) especially the A90J is a different breed, but for that the xgimi aura for instance that I could compare it too still has AMAZING color accuracy, decent blacks (with a 550€ 120" ALR screen) and, again, does it on 120" compared to 75". In total this setup was about 3k€ and you can't compare the feel. It is a lot more like being in the cinema than watching TV .... even with the "slightly worse black levels" which I'll accept for now.


And that coming from a "hardcore sony fanboy" who was blown away by their XR series last year, as the image processing is still by far the best I've seen in any application. I really love the new A90J's, but for a slightly higher price than the 75" A90J I got the 120" setup with an incredible immersive feeling..... so it's hard to say " I chose wrong " here even though I still would love to own one of the A90J's for my PC setup

 

[bug]

@Arcdar Thanks, that makes sense.

For the record, I also cringe when review automatically give OLED "infinite contrast ratio" label. For the same reasons you gave.

 

[CyberCT]

Although it has its shortcomings ... I really like my 120hz 1080p projector for gaming.

Wake me once they have a 2160p 120hz projector (or Gsync to either one).

 

[Punkenjoy]

One of the key thing with these new type of projector are the screen ALR that are designed for this purpose.

This make those screen incredibly better in normal light scenario than traditional projector that suffer huge loss of contrast. It can rival good TV but at a much larger scale

 

[Awwwyeahhhbaby]

Pertaining to the laser technology, I bought a new UHZ65 4K Laser projector in 2018 and have almost 3,000 hours on it and I have to admit, I will never go back to a bulb-based system ever again, LED perhaps as 8k matures but laser tech has been amazing and stable. The UHZ65 is almost inaudible, perfectly bright image and crisp 4K video, then again it was $3500 when I bought it so the value was hard to resist, now it's $5-6K and has been replaced with the newer 5K lumen LV version that isn't really winning anyone over. If you are in upgrade mode I highly recommend LED or Laser technology, it's pretty awesome despite the cost.

 

[bug]

One of the key thing with these new type of projector are the screen ALR that are designed for this purpose.

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This make those screen incredibly better in normal light scenario than traditional projector that suffer huge loss of contrast. It can rival good TV but at a much larger scale

If that's exactly how it works, I see a weakness wrt lateral light sources (e.g. windows). I'm mostly nitpicking, anyone willing to enjoy a movie won't do that in a bright room.

 

[Punkenjoy]

If that's exactly how it works, I see a weakness wrt lateral light sources (e.g. windows). I'm mostly nitpicking, anyone willing to enjoy a movie won't do that in a bright room.

Depending on the height of the windows, yes, but Windows can also be a pain for standard TV

 

[Arcdar]

If that's exactly how it works, I see a weakness wrt lateral light sources (e.g. windows). I'm mostly nitpicking, anyone willing to enjoy a movie won't do that in a bright room.

This is a VERY simplified view of it. But hey, google is your friend

Just check out a video of how ALR screens work, you'll be amazed about how much engineering actually went into this "little bit of fabric". And it makes a massive difference.

Yes, window light can still impact image quality a bit if it hits it in just the wrong angle --- but hey, how many TV's are still sold with bad or even none-existing anti-reflective coating and which TV is "completely fine" with window-light coming in at any angle at all? And in general, compared to light reflecting off your OLED/etc. TV the impact of random light coming onto an ALR-Screen impacting the image it's by far less annoying than it ever was with my TV reflecting the sun directly at me (which happened more often then I'd like to admit).

 

[rhqq]

Now... is there one without "smarts" that try to connect to every single wireless device in the neiborhood? You know... a plain good old projector that does just that and nothing else?

 

[Arcdar]

Now... is there one without "smarts" that try to connect to every single wireless device in the neiborhood? You know... a plain good old projector that does just that and nothing else?

how about just getting an awesome one and using the option to disable it in the menu? I mean, all options (wifi, smart options, etc.).'

I mean, yes, it would be nice to get one without it IF it would be cheaper because of it, but lets be honest - even if they leave it out you won't get the savings 1:1 handed through.