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Projectors => Premium Projectors => Topic started by: AVSMike on October 22, 2016, 09:27:36 AM
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Epson has announced a few new models and I find the 5040UB and 6040UB as great options at their price points. The 5040 is the consumer side and the 6040 is sold on the pro side. The specs between the two are nearly identical so i will talk about the 5040. This projector has greatly increased calibrated light output over the previous 5030. Other improvements are DCI P3 color space and the ability to play 4k UHD BD's and display HDR. Pricing on this projector is $2,999.
Manufacturer's link to 5040: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H713020 (http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H713020)
Projector Review's blog on the new 5040 & 6040: Epson HC 5040UB and PC 6040UB Projectors w/4K Support, Announced At CE - Projector Reviews:http://www.projectorreviews.com/the-art-of-home-theater-projectors/epson-hc-5040ub-pc-6040ub-projectors-w4k-support-announced-ce/ (http://www.projectorreviews.com/the-art-of-home-theater-projectors/epson-hc-5040ub-pc-6040ub-projectors-w4k-support-announced-ce/)
Cine4home's review: http://cine4home.de/epsons-neue-eh-tw7300-9300w-im-cine4home-preview-test/ (http://cine4home.de/epsons-neue-eh-tw7300-9300w-im-cine4home-preview-test/)
User manual: http://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_9498.pdf (http://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_9498.pdf)
Both 5040 and 6040 are available from AV Science.
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Epson awards.
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Epson has announced a few new models and I find the 5040UB and 6040UB as great options at their price points. The 5040 is the consumer side and the 6040 is sold on the pro side. The specs between the two are nearly identical so i will talk about the 5040. This projector has greatly increased calibrated light output over the previous 5030. Other improvements are DCI P3 color space and the ability to play 4k UHD BD's and display HDR. Pricing on this projector is $2,999.
Manufacturer's link to 5040: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H713020 (http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H713020)
Projector Review's blog on the new 5040 & 6040: Epson HC 5040UB and PC 6040UB Projectors w/4K Support, Announced At CE - Projector Reviews:http://www.projectorreviews.com/the-art-of-home-theater-projectors/epson-hc-5040ub-pc-6040ub-projectors-w4k-support-announced-ce/ (http://www.projectorreviews.com/the-art-of-home-theater-projectors/epson-hc-5040ub-pc-6040ub-projectors-w4k-support-announced-ce/)
Cine4home's review: http://cine4home.de/epsons-neue-eh-tw7300-9300w-im-cine4home-preview-test/ (http://cine4home.de/epsons-neue-eh-tw7300-9300w-im-cine4home-preview-test/)
User manual: http://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_9498.pdf (http://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_9498.pdf)
Both 5040 and 6040 are available from AV Science.
Subsequent to Art's (Projector Reviews) initial blog on the Epson 5040UB/6040UB that you mention, Art posted a review at the following link:
http://www.projectorreviews.com/epson/epson-home-cinema-5040ub-pro-cinema-6040ub-home-theater-projector-review/ (http://www.projectorreviews.com/epson/epson-home-cinema-5040ub-pro-cinema-6040ub-home-theater-projector-review/)
More recently the HC 5040UB was declared Best in Class in the 2016 Best Home Theater Projectors Report at Projector reviews, at the following link:
http://www.projectorreviews.com/projector-reports/2016-best-home-theater-projectors-report/ (http://www.projectorreviews.com/projector-reports/2016-best-home-theater-projectors-report/)
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Very seriously considering replacing my 6010 with the 6040. I've seen the 6040 locally, and I'm really impressed with the image created by the pixel shifting. My local dealer doesn't have a working UHD setup yet, so I haven't seen any 4K HDR content yet. I've been reading up on the different 4K HDR formats (HDR 10 & Dolby Vision), so I think I understand the advantages of each and realize that the 6040 can play only HDR10. What are the chances that Epson could release an affordable Dolby Vision compatible projector anytime in the near future? Will anybody?
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Very seriously considering replacing my 6010 with the 6040. I've seen the 6040 locally, and I'm really impressed with the image created by the pixel shifting. My local dealer doesn't have a working UHD setup yet, so I haven't seen any 4K HDR content yet. I've been reading up on the different 4K HDR formats (HDR 10 & Dolby Vision), so I think I understand the advantages of each and realize that the 6040 can play only HDR10. What are the chances that Epson could release an affordable Dolby Vision compatible projector anytime in the near future? Will anybody?
Chance of Dolby Vision in the near future for any projector is not very good. Theaters can do this because they can be designed to an exact standard. HT projectors on the other hand have too much variation, due to screen size, screen gain, throw distance, projector used and settings used.
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Had been looking at the RS400 (maybe 500) and this 6040/5040. The latter, mainly, only because of a little gaming, and superb performance from the Epson in that regard. I have been convinced of the "King of Contrast" for ultimate movie quality viewing, but the Epson seems to do it all "great" if not the best.....Price is a factor as well. By the time I get the build done, speakers updated, Oppo 203 purchased (IF I don't win it!!!!), odds and ends electronics, receiver upgraded (for Atmos), purchase a screen, etc....$ makes a difference.
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The ProjectorReviews review talked about a wireless HD version of the 5040, but I didn't see any mention of the 6040. Is there a version of the 6040 with wireless HD capability? I see from discussions on other forums that the wireless chip in the 5040 has higher bandwidth.
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The ProjectorReviews review talked about a wireless HD version of the 5040, but I didn't see any mention of the 6040. Is there a version of the 6040 with wireless HD capability? I see from discussions on other forums that the wireless chip in the 5040 has higher bandwidth.
There is no 6040UBe. Not sure why. I even double checked at Epson's website.
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There is no 6040UBe. Not sure why. I even double checked at Epson's website.
I visited my local dealer today to check out their 6040, but they were having connection problems. Turned out to be a bad HDMI cable, but at one point the projector displayed a message indicating it thought it had a wireless HD signal. This indicates to me that the 6040 has the internal circuitry and firmware for wireless HD. Just need the wireless adapter.
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I visited my local dealer today to check out their 6040, but they were having connection problems. Turned out to be a bad HDMI cable, but at one point the projector displayed a message indicating it thought it had a wireless HD signal. This indicates to me that the 6040 has the internal circuitry and firmware for wireless HD. Just need the wireless adapter.
It might, but you probably can't buy the required transmitter for it.
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As people are starting to notice, Epson is offering a Black Friday special on the 5040, $2,799. :)
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Very happy to say I took full advantage of the Black Friday Special on the 5040 from Mike at AV Science sales. Can't wait to get this unit set up.
Thanks Mike!!!
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At this price point, it is tough to beat. :)
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Very happy to say I took full advantage of the Black Friday Special on the 5040 from Mike at AV Science sales. Can't wait to get this unit set up.
Thanks Mike!!!
congrats looking forward to your review!
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Very happy to say I took full advantage of the Black Friday Special on the 5040 from Mike at AV Science sales. Can't wait to get this unit set up.
Thanks Mike!!!
What will it replace.?
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Wow, what a price!
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Epson 5040 goes back on sale tomorrow for $2,799. Epson sale ends on 12/24.
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What will it replace.?
The 5040 replaced a BenQ W1070 - a nice 1080p pj that is now for sale. I have about 2 weeks with the Epson 5040, and I must say this thing displays an excellent picture!!! OOTB, it was good, but I've been tweaking it, and getting it more dialed in. The blacks, the colors, the clarity and the general pop of the picture is spectacular. Many people on another site are slamming this due to the HDR and other issues, but Epson will work out the bugs. I think it's great and highly recommend!!
Last night we watched The Secret Life of Pets via VUDU in 1080p (can buy in UHD, but rent in only 1080p...). The picture was so good it looked 3D - the colors jumped off the screen, without being saturated. Then we watched Independence Day via UHD Bluray disk - again fantastic clarity and depth to the picture. I used an XB1S, so not using HDR, but SDR was fine with a picture that good. That movie also has some great LFE, so had the HT rumbling..
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The 5040 replaced a BenQ W1070 - a nice 1080p pj that is now for sale. I have about 2 weeks with the Epson 5040, and I must say this thing displays an excellent picture!!! OOTB, it was good, but I've been tweaking it, and getting it more dialed in. The blacks, the colors, the clarity and the general pop of the picture is spectacular. Many people on another site are slamming this due to the HDR and other issues, but Epson will work out the bugs. I think it's great and highly recommend!!
Last night we watched The Secret Life of Pets via VUDU in 1080p (can buy in UHD, but rent in only 1080p...). The picture was so good it looked 3D - the colors jumped off the screen, without being saturated. Then we watched Independence Day via UHD Bluray disk - again fantastic clarity and depth to the picture. I used an XB1S, so not using HDR, but SDR was fine with a picture that good. That movie also has some great LFE, so had the HT rumbling..
Thanks for the user feed back. I thought it looked quite good at Cedia. I even went back to the demo a couple of times. Good projectors for the money, that's for sure.
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Has anyone used the wireless model ? If so, any feedback on how well the wireless HDMI works ?
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These projectors go on sale from Epson ( $ 500.00 instant rebate ) for anyone that has been on the fence about getting one - starts Feb. 26th through March 11th !
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Epson has extended the sale on the 5040UB and 5040UBe through April 1st, just FYI.
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The price on the 5040UB has been permanently reduced to $ 2699.99, and the 5040UBe to $ 2999.99. Just FYI.
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Epson has provided an Oppo setup guide. See attached.
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Epson 5040 on sale for $2,499 delivered to lower 48 states. Sales ends on 6/3/17.
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How does the 5040 compare to the lowest JVC offering? I'm going to need a projector in the next few months. :)
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How does the 5040 compare to the lowest JVC offering? I'm going to need a projector in the next few months. :)
Calibrated 1080P brightness is pretty even.
The Epson is brighter, not calibrated.
Epson has P3 filter so can do color space of 4K BD, but with filter in place it only has around 700 lumens, so most can not use it.
Native contrast goes to the JVC.
Warranty is the same.
Build quality goes to JVC.
Customer service goes to Epson.
Price goes to Epson.
Epson syncs faster.
JVC has 18Gbps HDMI and Epson has 10.2Gbps HDMI.
Overall image quality, in a good light controlled room goes to JVC. If lots of ambient light, then not much difference in image quality.
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Here's a new review -
http://hdgear.highdefdigest.com/48021/epson_5040ub_0640ub_projectors_4k_enhancement_hdr.html (http://hdgear.highdefdigest.com/48021/epson_5040ub_0640ub_projectors_4k_enhancement_hdr.html)
And the 5040ub ( and ube ) are back on sale until June 24th !
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The 5040 ( and e model) are back on sale from July 18th through the 26th ! $ 200.00 off ! Just FYI.
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Just a remainder for people thinking about getting an Epson 5040ub ( and e ) - they are on sale ( $200.00 off ) until 9 - 9 !
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This coming Wed. the 20th - Epson has a one day sale on the 5040ub and ube projectors - $200.00 off list and Epson will send you a $200.00 gift card to boot ! Just FYI !
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Sweet!
What ceiling mount do you recommend with the Epson 5040?
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Sweet!
What ceiling mount do you recommend with the Epson 5040?
Chief RPMA with custom plate is my first choice.
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Thanks Mike. I'll be ordering tomorrow.
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I recently picked one of these units up and am really enjoying it so far, I have a fair amount of ambient light in my room as its not a dedicated room. The light output has been great on the epson 5040, the image doesnt wash out the way my JVC used to so the loss in contrast is worth it for me to better suit my room. I was wondering what kind of settings people are using for SDR and HDR. I have been reading up a little on it and like anything in this industry once you start investigating the rabbit hole just gets deeper. So if anyone is interested in discussing this would be the place