Epson Home Cinema 3200 4K PRO-UHD 3-Chip Projector with HDR

1st unit - shuts off automatically when PC is connected (epson 3500 did not do this). No apparent way to stop it. 2nd unit- left side has significant ghosting (see photo), while right is perfect. Cant be adjusted out. I am center with no keystone or geometry adjustments. Not near as bright as my old 3500. Epson said to send for service or return. 3rd unit- Very bright like it should be, but impossible to focus parts of the screen, like the 2nd projector, just in different areas. Debating giving up, trying again, or living with it.

Ive used a number of projectors over the years, getting a new one every 2-3 years as the upgrades come out. This is my first 4k projector, but keep in mind this is not true 4k but uses pixel shifting to create a more detailed image. The true 4k projectors start upwards of $5k and get closer to $10k when you factor in HDR, etc. This bridges the gap between 1080p and 4k projectors, and is a great option for multipurpose rooms (e.g. room with windows, family room, etc). I am using this projector in my finished third floor with windows. I have a 50 HDTV on the wall for the kids, and installed a recessed 120 Elite tab tensioned screen with full tower 5.2.2 Atmos speaker setup for everything else (movies). I bought the Epson ceiling mount, which fits perfectly and is very solid. This PJ is big and heavy, so do NOT cheap out on the mount! Its got lens shift and keystone adjustments, so if you are not dead on center or your screen isnt 100% straight, dont worry. The throw distance can be found on projector central, which has a great calculator when you are trying to figure out what size screen you can get and where to mount the projector. I ran a Ruipro 4k HDMI 2.2 cable to ensure I was getting all features available (not all HDMI cables will transmit 4k, Dolby Atmos, HDR, etc). The picture is very bright, and it has 4 setting profiles to select from. To be honest, all the images looked washed out to me, and the blacks are not remotely close to black - more dark gray. I adjusted the picture quite a bit, added a lot of color and increased contrast. Its much better, but still has terrible blacks and poor contrast. I would honestly recommend the 3800 over this due to the increase in contrast if you are very, very serious about image quality. The PJ is relatively quiet except on high settings, where it gets quite loud. Due to the fact that its mounted directly above my head, there is no way I will ever put it on that setting. Mine is on medium, which is still louder than Id like but tolerable. It comes on quickly and shuts down quickly, which is nice (my BenQ took forever). This is my first LCD PJ, as Ive always had BenQ DLP PJs. BenQ was much better with color and black levels, but this LCD is far brighter and has no rainbow effect. Epson bulbs are much cheaper to replace than BenQ DLP. Pros/cons to each. This PJ is good for the money, and a great option for a bright room. HDR looks good, but keep in mind this will never look as good as a 4k HDR TV. Its simply impossible to get the colors and contrast of a TV set, though you can obviously get a much bigger image with the PJ. My family loves watching movies, and watching them in full Dolby Atmos surround is incredible. This is a good, affordable option in the projector world. Hopefully within the next few years, true 4K projectors become affordable.

Received this on 3/18/21. This is a replacement for an older Epson projector. The difference in quality, clarity, brightness, and overall viewing pleasure is significant. The picture is so crisp and clear, I can see eye brow hairs on the butler in Downton Abby! So glad we purchased this product. We would highly recommend this. The whites are bright and I may adjust them down but would much rather brightness than dark and dull. My only regret is that we didnt upgrade sooner. I have a theater room and this projector is approximately 12-13 feet away from an 8x5 screen.

I bought a brand new item, but the one delivered is refurbished. Its in the original box, but out of the original internal wrapping. Instruction manual missing, batteries missing, projector itself has signs of wear, plus hair and dust everywere. Also image is all blurry. So item is defective.

Great projector. Works very well with an awesome picture. Mounting holes are non-standard so was a little difficult finding a mount that would work with it. Everything else with it is great.

For the price this is amazing product. I bought this primarily to watch movies and sports during day time in family room. With a light curtain I can watch anything like watching a huge TV. Best part is Epson support. Ive been using epson projector since 2010 (HC 8350). Epson support answer your questions within hours if not in minutes. For ever epson user here.

I tried many others but finally settled on this, little pricey but thats worth spending. Picture quality is much better than DLP ones like ViewSoinc or Optoma.

Family loves this projector. We are enjoying the warm evenings with movie nights almost daily. It plays action shows without a hitch and volume/fan is fine. No need to get extra speakers I highly recommend this item.

Anyone who is interested in the HC3800 should purchase one. I bought this projector at the start of Covid. It was an upgrade to a Mitsubishi 3800 1080p. Ironically the model number was the same. The 3800 was chosen at the time because the 5050UB was out of range price wise. The 3800 also got good reviews which helped in the decision. It was used for 2 years in my dedicated light controlled theater. Great picture. I upgraded to a 6050UB that a friend sold me for half price. The HC 3800 was moved to the living room where there is limited light control. The picture is phenomenal as far as a projected image in daylight can be. We are using a 100” Akia Cinewhite 1.1 gain screen. The Epson cuts through the ambient light producing a vibrant and colorful image. We run in ECO mode because the projector is used 14 hours / day. Even so my wife complains the image is too bright sometimes.

Works quite well right out of the box. There are some issues getting focus perfect in all areas of the screen, but installation went really quick to replace older 720p DLP ceiling mount unit in the same spot. The flexibility of the throw distance made this the right choice. Wide range on optics for zoom and lens shift allow it to go right up. However, as discussed in some forums, it obviously wants a perfectly perpendicular lens geometry for accurate focus. Any down tilt for ceiling throw off keystone and thus requires minor compromise on perfection. I may have to lower the mount to get this right. However, that said for the money this does seem to a sweet spot right now. I wish I waited a few more days because it looks like it is about to break some more on the price, making it even sweeter. I expect that trend to continue over the next few weeks.