Front Projectors

Connections
Inputs:
Video: HDMI (2), component video (1), S-video (1), composite video (1)
Audio: None
Outputs:
Video: None
Audio: None
Additional: RS-232 (1)

Features
Type: LCOS (D-ILA)
Native Resolution / Aspect Ratio: 1,920 by 1,080 / 16:9
Lamp Life: 2,000 hours
Different Lenses Available? No
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 6.88 x 17.88 x 16.5
Weight (pounds): 25.5
Price: $6,300

Ratings: JVC DLA-HD1 D-ILA Projector

Build Quality: 87
• Surprising amount of light spill
• Rather loud

Value: 92
• It may be upper-midrange pricewise, but it performs even better

Features: 90
• No motorized controls
• Can have a 96-hertz refresh rate

Performance: 94
• Amazing contrast ratio and black level
• Processing is only OK, and color points are off

Ergonomics: 89
• Backlit remote with lots of useful buttons
• Menus a little annoying to navigate

Overall Rating: 91
The DLA-HD1 performs like it's a lot higher in price, and it has one of the best contrast ratios we've ever seen. It may not be the most accurate, but it is exceedingly—and addictively—watchable.

General Information
DLA-HD1 D-ILA Projector, $6,300
JVC
(800) 252-5722
www.jvc.com