AWOL Vision Aetherion Max vs Samsung The Premiere LPU9D
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 AWOL Vision Aetherion MaxMSRP $4,499 |  Samsung The Premiere LPU9DMSRP $5,999.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.66 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | β |
| Pixel shift | XPR 4-way | XPR 2-way |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 Γ 2160 | 3840 Γ 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.2:1 | 0.19:1 |
| Throw reference point | Rear | β |
| Projection distance table | 80β³: 0.08 m Β· 100β³: 0.16 m Β· 120β³: 0.24 m Β· 130β³: 0.28 m Β· 140β³: 0.32 m Β· 150β³: 0.36 m Β· 180β³: 0.49 m Β· 200β³: 0.57 m | 100β³: 0.11 m Β· 120β³: 0.2 m Β· 130β³: 0.24 m |
| Zoom type | None | None |
| Focus | Motorized | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | β |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | β |
| Lens material | Sapphire glass lens with rare earth coating | β |
| Interchangeable lens | No | β |
| Image size range | 80β200 in | 100β130 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 8pt | β |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | RGB triple laser |
| Light source detail | RGB triple pure laser, no colour wheel | Triple Laser |
| Light source life | Rated: 25,000 h | Rated: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | β |
| Laser wavelengths | R 643 nm, G 525 nm, B 465 nmDerived | β |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,300 lm | 3,450 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | β | 3,200 |
| Claimed brightness unit | β | Peak lumens |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | 6,000:1 | 1,500:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 60,000:1 | 2,000,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Iris + laser dimming | β |
| Manual iris / aperture | Yes | β |
| Colour | ||
| DCI-P3 gamut | β | 154% |
| BT.2020 gamut | 110% | β |
| Gamut metric | β | Area |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | β | 2.2, BT.1886 |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | β | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 20 | 20 |
| ISF certified | Yes | β |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10+, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | β |
| Tone-mapping brand name | Dynamic Tone Mapping (DTM) | β |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920Γ1080: 240 Hz | 3840Γ2160: 60 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920Γ1080 @ 240 Hz: 1 ms Β· 1920Γ1080 @ 120 Hz: 4 ms Β· 3840Γ2160 @ 60 Hz: 2 ms | β |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 90 W | 40 W |
| Speaker count | 4 | β |
| Audio channels | β | Other |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| DTS | Yes | β |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | Optical, HDMI eARC |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | β |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 Γ 2160 | 3840 Γ 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3, eARC; HDMI 3: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 3: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | Yes | β |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | β | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Google Home, HomeKit, Alexa, Control4 | β |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | Tizen |
| OS version | Android TV 14.0 | β |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Miracast | AirPlay 2 |
| RAM | 8 GB | β |
| Storage | 128 GB | β |
| SoC | MediaTek MT9655 | β |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | No |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom | β |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | β |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | β |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 30 dB(A) | Rated: 33 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5β40Β°C | β |
| Operating humidity | 20β80%RH | β |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | β | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | β | Yes |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | β | 410 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 562 mm | 550 mm |
| Depth | 323 mm | 384 mm |
| Height | 140 mm | 141 mm |
| Weight | 8.75 kg | 11.6 kg |
| Colours / finishes | β | Warm white |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M6 Β· Screw length mm: 15 | β |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | β |
| Laser product class | Class 1 (IEC 60825-1); Risk Group 2 under IEC 62471-5 | β |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, CE, IMAX Enhanced, ISF | β |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 2 yr | β |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0554/7445/4576/files/Aetherion_User_Manual_20260209_compressed.pdf | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_12473.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Dust cover, Remote, Batteries, Manual, Cleaning cloth, Power cord, Av input cable, Usb c cable, Micro usb cable | Remote control, User manual, Power cord |
| Remote type | Backlit | Voice |