Christie hybrid RGBH projectors are estimated to cut energy costs while delivering 4K cinema-grade projection for Royal Cinemas, at a time when exhibitors are balancing rising operating costs.
The Christie CP4415m-RGBH hybrid phosphor projector replaced a legacy Xenon projector in the flagship screen at Royal Cinemas, UK, which is owned by PDJ Cinemas. The projector delivers 4K resolution, 14.2 lumens per watt. Initial forecasts of the projector’s usage indicated that the installation will achieve payback within 3.5 to four years, however rising energy costs have shortened that timeline to approximately three years.
James Jervis, director, PDJ Cinemas, commented: “Our business model is to create best-in-class picture and best-in-class sound. We have a high-gain, 12m screen in our flagship auditorium. We can now have a brand new 4K laser projector and fantastic pictures without high speckle. The contrast ratio is 5000:1, and when Christie VDR is available for this projector, we’ll add it - it’s an enablement technology that will further enhance the on-screen experience and operational efficiency. That upgrade should increase the contrast ratio to 10,000:1. The colour depth and contrast are very, very good, and it provides a fantastic 4K picture out of what is ultimately quite a small box.”