Innovations in Projector Technology

A notable mention goes to Nigel Archer and Ross Taylor from Absolute Ultimate AV, who showcased their Christie Griffyn Trilaser DLP projector with AS modifications at CEDIA. My initial skepticism was born from experiences with low-contrast DLP projectors of the past and, at the other end of the spectrum, with a Christie Eclipse in a Dolby Cinema. This skepticism faded away after witnessing Nigel’s demonstration.

The Griffyn projector displayed remarkable BT.2020 color accuracy, covering approximately 98% of the spectrum, delivering vibrant and rich colors beyond my expectations. Witnessing true BT.2020 color in action was a revelation, far surpassing the appeal of DCI P3 color.

What astounded me was the Griffyn’s dynamic range, a feature often lacking in most DLP projectors. While it didn’t quite match the JVC in on/off contrast, it came remarkably close, outperforming other high brightness projectors by a significant margin.

The contrast I observed was impressive, generating a lifelike visual experience with real content. My enthusiasm led me to urge Nigel and Ross to bring one of these projectors to my home for an extended stay in my theater. Although 35,000-lumen projectors might be excessive for most users, Nigel informed me about Christie’s latest exclusive model, the M 4K15 AS, boasting around

9000 lumens (closer to 7500 when fully optimized), while retaining all the benefits of the Griffyn. Although it wasn’t available during the show, I eagerly anticipated its arrival.

This experience reinforced a clear takeaway: the future of projected images is promising, marked by ongoing advancements and cost reductions in light sources and overall projector design.