ViewSonic PG701WU Projector Review: Is It Worth It for Home and Office Use?

Harry Williams

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First Impressions​

Upon first glance, the projector has a sleek and modern design that fits well in any home theater setup. Its compact size makes it appear unobtrusive, and the finish is smooth and professional. However, I expected a bit more from the aesthetic standpoint; while functional, it lacks any standout features that would make it visually impressive.

Introduce​

Parameter
ViewSonic PG701WU Projector​
Picture​
ViewSonicPG701WUProjector.jpg
Reference Price​
$649.99​
Recommended Uses​
Business​
Built-In Media​
VGA Cable, PG701WU projector, Remote Control, Power Cable, Quick Start Guide​
Highlight
VERSATILE PROJECTOR: High brighness 3500 Lumens WUXGA projector with advanced visual features
EASY SETUP: 1.1x optical zoom, 40 degree vertical keystone
REDUCED INPUT LATENCY: A low 16ms input latency provides faster frame-by-frame action for smooth images without delay
LONG LAMP LIFE: SuperEco Mode allows the lamp to shine bright for up to 20,000 hours
FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY: Supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices with inputs such as HDMI, USB

Display​

Parameter
ViewSonic PG701WU Projector​
Screen Size​
30 Inches Squared - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​
1 Feet - 11 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​
16:9​
Maximum Resolution​
1200 Pixels​
Native Resolution​
1920 x 1200​
Brightness​
3500 Lumen​
Display Type​
DLP​
Viewing Experience
While I was eager to enjoy a high-quality viewing experience, I found myself disappointed due to the projector's inability to fill the screen properly. Even after contacting the second-level helpdesk for assistance, I felt they attributed the issue to my setup rather than acknowledging a potential flaw in the projector itself. This left me feeling unsupported and hindered my enjoyment of the device.

Pros:
- Sleek and modern design.
- Compact size ideal for various setups.

Cons:
- Difficulties in filling the screen as expected.
- Limited to vertical keystone adjustment only.
- Lack of adequate support from customer service.

Features​

Parameter
ViewSonic PG701WU Projector​
LightSource Life​
5000 Hours​
Controller Type​
Remote Control​
Control Method​
Remote​
Lamp Wattage​
203 Watts​
Wattage​
300 watts​
Connectivity Technology​
USB, HDMI
Hardware Connectivity​
HDMI
Compatible Devices​
Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet​
Other Features​
3d-Ready​
L x W x H​
8.7"L x 12.3"W x 4.3"H​
System Experience
Setting up the projector was somewhat straightforward, but I encountered significant challenges when attempting to fill my screen. Despite following the provided specifications, I couldn't achieve the desired size, which was frustrating. The only vertical keystone adjustment limited my placement options, requiring me to reposition the projector to align with the center of the screen. This added a level of hassle to the setup process that I hadn't anticipated.

User Feedback​

Overall Impression:
My experience with this projector has been less than satisfactory. While its design is visually appealing and it has potential, the practical issues I've encountered with screen fitting and adjustment capabilities overshadow the positives. The unhelpful customer support further compounds my frustration. I had high hopes for this product, but unfortunately, it has not lived up to expectations.
 
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