AWOL VISION LTV-2500 vs LTV-3000 Pro vs CASIRIS A6 Ultra: Which is the Best Home Theater Projector for Your Setup?

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Introduce​

Parameter	AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	CASIRIS A6 Ultra​
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Price​	$2999​	$3999​	$1999​
Recommended Uses​	Home Cinema​	Home Cinema​	Home Cinema​
Highlight​	Product Name: AWOL VISION LTV-2500 Technology: Triple Laser without Color Wheel Resolution: 4K UHD HDR Support: HDR10+, Dolby Vision Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos Screen Size: 150" Color Gamut Coverage: 107% BT 2020, 147% DCI-P3 Special Features: Ultra short throw, Whisper quiet operation, Center channel speaker integration 3D Capability: Yes, with active shutter glasses Surround Sound System: ThunderBeat 4.2.2, creating a 5.2.2 experience Ideal Environment: Controlled light environment​	Product Type: UST Projector and Center Channel Speaker Audio Features: Crystal-clear dialogue, immersive audio, 5.2.2 surround sound with ThunderBeat 4.2.2 Visual Quality: 4K resolution, 1+ billion colors, 107% BT 2020 Color Gamut, 147% DCI-P3 Brightness: High brightness suitable for daylight viewing Energy Efficiency: Uses one-tenth the energy of conventional LED TVs 3D Capability: Supports 3D movies with active shutter glasses Technology: Triple Laser (no color wheel), Dolby Vision, HDR10+ Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos for immersive sound Adaptability: Clarity in various lighting conditions, suitable for home cinema setup​	Triple Laser Tech: Advanced triple laser light optical technology, pure RGB lasers, 107% BT.2020 color gamut, 202% Rec.709, 149% DCI-P3. Realistic Images: 1.07 billion color display for immersive cinematic experience, vivid image representation. Detail Display: HDR10 technology, 8.3 million pixels, true 4K UHD resolution, 2200 ANSI Lumen for clear images even in daylight. Immersive Sound: Dolby Atmos and DTS audio technologies, 28 dB noise level, lifelike sound immersion from all directions. Ultra Space Saving: 0.25:1 ultra short throw ratio, 120" image from 11.7 inches away, space-efficient compared to traditional TVs.​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	CASIRIS A6 Ultra​
Screen Size​	80 Inches - 150 Inches​	80 Inches - 150 Inches​	56.25 Inches - 150 Inches​
Throw Distance​	0.5 Feet - 1.68 Feet​	0.5 Feet - 1.68 Feet​	5.9 Inches - 21.25 Inches​
Contrast Ratio​	2500:1 Pixels​	2500:1​	2000000:1​
Display Resolution​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​
Native Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​
Brightness​	1700 ISO​	2000 Lumen​	2200 Lumen​
Display Type​	Laser​	OLED​	DLP​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	Dolby Vision, HDR10+​	Yes​	Triple Laser Tech, HDR10​

Features​

Parameter	AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	CASIRIS A6 Ultra​
Video Encoding​	H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9​	HEVC (H.265)​	H.265 (HEVC)​
Lamp Wattage​	-​	-​	-​
Light Source Life​	25000 Hours​	25000 Hours​	30000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Control4​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Dolby Atmos, HDMI eARC, Triple Laser without Color Wheel, 80”-150” f2.0 glass lens, Dolby Vision, 4K UHD, Active 3D, HDR 10+​	Dolby Vision, 3d-Ready​	Triple Laser Tech, 107% BT.2020, 80”-150” Image Size, Dolby Atmos, 4K UHD, Active 3D, HDR 10, HDMI ARC, Android TV 10.0, MEMC, 8-Point Keystone Correction, Eletric Focus, Ultra Short Throw​

Connectivity​

Parameter	AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	CASIRIS A6 Ultra​
Connectivity Technology​	HDMI​	HDMI​	Wireless (WiFi, Bluetooth) Wired (USB, HDMI)​
Hardware Connectivity​	S/PDIF, HDMI, 802.11 ac/b/g/n, USB 2.0​	HDMI​	HDMI, USB 2.0​
Compatible Devices​	Television, Laptop, Gaming Console​	Television, Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone​	Television, Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet​

Measurements​

Parameter	AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	CASIRIS A6 Ultra​
Dimensions L x W x H​	23.6"L x 13.9"W x 5.7"H​	-​	20.5"L x 13"W x 6"H​
Item Weight​	21 Pounds​	-​	-​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
AWOL VISION LTV-2500​	Pros: • Excellent design and simplicity • Easy setup with clear menus • Adjustable legs for optimal projector placement • Good out-of-the-box color quality • User Mode allows for customizable adjustments • Quick and easy factory reset option • Successful Dolby Vision update significantly improves picture quality • Performs well in daylight ambient light conditions Cons: • Some reviewers find overall brightness lacking in bright environments • Lack of 3D capability without additional equipment (3D DVD player)
AWOL VISION LTV-3000 Pro​	Pros: • Easy setup and fine-tuning • Excellent image quality with calibrated settings • Great performance for HDR, SDR, and Dolby Vision • Stunning picture in dark environments • Good color accuracy, focus, and contrast • Multiple HDMI ports for versatile connectivity • Supports 3D viewing with good performance • Large screen size options available (up to 150 inches) • Strong sound quality after adjustments • Compatibility with various video sources Cons: • Preset settings are not ideal • Internal speakers are of poor quality out of the box • Lacks an over-the-air TV tuner • Issues with UHD 4K playback compatibility • Manual intervention required for 3D mode activation • Cooling fan can become noticeably loud during extended use • High price point compared to large flat-screen TVs
CASIRIS A6 Ultra​	Pros • Super bright image quality, even in daylight • Excellent picture quality with minimal adjustments needed • Great sound quality • Easy setup for UST projectors • Stunning 4K UHD image performance • Affordable price point for the features offered • Good compatibility with various media sources like NVIDIA TV Shield • Effective color calibration options available Cons • Initial unit had issues with red shadows/halos around images • Difficulties with keystone adjustments • Some users may find the setup process challenging without prior knowledge • Quality may vary based on screen positioning and adjustments needed