Here is a look at the HC3800's information display menu. This menu gives you a status overview of its current operation.
1. Lamp Time: Displays lamp use in both graphical and hourly terms.
2. Input: Displays the current input selected and operating.
3. Resolution: Display input resolution of the source in pixel terms - ie: 720x480, 1280x720, 1920x1080.
4. Vertical Frequency: Displayed in Hz - corresponds to frame rate (for example: 23.97 for 1080p/24 sources)
5. Horizontal Frequency: Displayed in Hz
6. Synch Type: Indicates input synch type (horizontal/vertical synch)
Final Take
Setting up and using the Mitsubishi HC3800 was fairly easy for this review. The input connections are clearly labeled and spaced out, and the on-unit control buttons and remote control easy to use. The HC3800 turns on quickly and also has fast cool down turn-off time.
The HC3800 offers several types of connections (HDMI, Component, S-Video, Composite, and VGA), but there is only one of each type, including only one HDMI input. Also, there is no dedicated DVI-HDCP input.
The HC3800 does not offer power zoom/focus controls, but its lens mounted manual controls are straightforward. Also, there is no Lens Shift function, which can make physical projector-to-screen placement more difficult in some cases, especially with ceiling mounting, but I did not have a problem placing the projector on a table-cart, sliding to the best horizontal position in relation to the screen, and then using the front-mounted adjustable feet to get the right height angle to the screen.
The Mitsubishi HC3800 projects a bright image, with very good color accuracy, detail, and contrast for high-def sources that is suitable for small, medium, and large size rooms in most homes.
The HC3800 also did a very good job of upscaling lower resolution 480i DVD material to 1080p as measured by the Silicon Optix HQV Benchmark DVD, as well as passing direct 1080p Blu-ray resolution, including accurate reproduction of 1080p/24 signals.
The included wireless remote has a good layout and well-spaced buttons, and is also backlit, which makes it easier to use in the dark. Also, the onscreen menu system, although very detailed, was easy to navigate. In addition, the user manual is very well laid out, with easy-to-understand explanations and good illustrations.
For additional perspective on the Mitsubishi HC3800, check out my Review and Video Performance Test Results.
1. Lamp Time: Displays lamp use in both graphical and hourly terms.
2. Input: Displays the current input selected and operating.
3. Resolution: Display input resolution of the source in pixel terms - ie: 720x480, 1280x720, 1920x1080.
4. Vertical Frequency: Displayed in Hz - corresponds to frame rate (for example: 23.97 for 1080p/24 sources)
5. Horizontal Frequency: Displayed in Hz
6. Synch Type: Indicates input synch type (horizontal/vertical synch)
Final Take
Setting up and using the Mitsubishi HC3800 was fairly easy for this review. The input connections are clearly labeled and spaced out, and the on-unit control buttons and remote control easy to use. The HC3800 turns on quickly and also has fast cool down turn-off time.
The HC3800 offers several types of connections (HDMI, Component, S-Video, Composite, and VGA), but there is only one of each type, including only one HDMI input. Also, there is no dedicated DVI-HDCP input.
The HC3800 does not offer power zoom/focus controls, but its lens mounted manual controls are straightforward. Also, there is no Lens Shift function, which can make physical projector-to-screen placement more difficult in some cases, especially with ceiling mounting, but I did not have a problem placing the projector on a table-cart, sliding to the best horizontal position in relation to the screen, and then using the front-mounted adjustable feet to get the right height angle to the screen.
The Mitsubishi HC3800 projects a bright image, with very good color accuracy, detail, and contrast for high-def sources that is suitable for small, medium, and large size rooms in most homes.
The HC3800 also did a very good job of upscaling lower resolution 480i DVD material to 1080p as measured by the Silicon Optix HQV Benchmark DVD, as well as passing direct 1080p Blu-ray resolution, including accurate reproduction of 1080p/24 signals.
The included wireless remote has a good layout and well-spaced buttons, and is also backlit, which makes it easier to use in the dark. Also, the onscreen menu system, although very detailed, was easy to navigate. In addition, the user manual is very well laid out, with easy-to-understand explanations and good illustrations.
For additional perspective on the Mitsubishi HC3800, check out my Review and Video Performance Test Results.