Projectors are in high demand, and brands are working on making these entertainment devices more accessible. While 4K projectors tend to be expensive, Full-HD (FHD) models offer an affordable alternative. Case in point is USA-based Ultimea’s Poseidon E100, which impresses with great image quality-enhancing features and powerful built-in sound, all offered at a competitive price compared to similar options on the market.
This DLP projector offers 1800 ANSI Lumens of brightness and Full HD resolution, making it ideal for home cinema in dark or dimly lit rooms. While its contrast ratio of 400:1 to 500:1 seems low, HDR10 and HLG support should improve color and contrast to a respectable level of quality. You will be surprised to know that this FHD projector offers a remarkable 120% DCI-P3 color range that is not achieved by any other brand to date.
High-end home cinema HD projectors are generally designed to achieve 100% DCI-P3. High color coverage is not assured without accuracy, for which the projector needs to be properly calibrated, else even a wide gamut can deliver overstaurated images with inaccurate colors. If the Ultimea Poseidon E100 FHD projector can pull this off, it would mean that the projector would deliver true-to-life colors, richer contrast, and vivid details, even in a full HD picture. Plus, its active 3D feature may let you enjoy immersive 3D movies right in the comfort of your home.
The projector features USPAA, Ultimea’s smart image optimization system, which ensures smooth, instant focus and picture adjustments without any blurriness. It also includes MEMC technology that reduces blur and jitter for fluid motion in fast scenes. With a 100-percent offset, the lens aligns perfectly with the bottom of the image (or top if ceiling-mounted) to keep the picture sharp and distortion-free.
The projector comes with a built-in Google TV that gives you easy access to popular streaming services like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and HBO Max. Its compact square design measures 19.8 x 18.7 x 15.5 cm and weighs just 2.39 kg. For connectivity, the projector includes one HDMI 2.0 port, two USB ports, Ethernet, a 3.5mm jack, an optical port, and supports dual-band 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3.
For audio, this smart DLP projector features two 10W speakers that deliver clear, lossless audio for an immersive home experience without extra audio equipment. It operates quietly with noise levels below 25dB, perfect for home cinema. It can project images from 20 to 300 inches, with a 100-inch image achieved by placing the projector about 8.7 feet from the screen. Plus, it supports Chromecast, AirPlay, and Miracast, making it easy to cast content from your phone.
One of the key highlights of the projector is its plug-and-play functionality. It features real-time auto focus that keeps images sharp instantly, while the 6D auto keystone correction ensures the picture stays perfectly rectangular without distortion. Using an LED light source, the projector boasts a lifespan of over 10 years, which is a deal-breaker. But that is made up for with its sealed optics design and IPX5-rated protection, which means less maintenance and long-lasting performance.
If you want something easier to set up in different conditions, then Ultimea Poseidon E100 DLP Projector can be of good value. It is now available for $1,150 from the official website.
