JVC Projector Dla Hd1 Specifications

							 
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For the Japanese Market Only: 
November 14, 2006 
 
Industry Highest1 15,000:1 Native Contrast Delivers True Black Reproduction   
Without Losing Brightness 
JVC Introduces D-ILA High-Definition Home Theatre Projection System DLA-HD1 
Features New 0.7-in. Full High-Definition D-ILA Device and a New Optical Engine 
 
Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC) announces the upcoming release of the DLA-HD1, a new D-ILA 
High-Definition Home Theatre Projection System. Thanks to a native contrast ratio of 15,000:1, the 
highest
1 in the industry without an iris mechanism, the DLA-HD1 realizes true black reproduction 
without losing any picture brightness — the key to really bringing out the feeling of presence 
high-definition content is meant to have. The high native contrast was achieved through the combined 
use of a newly-developed 0.7-in. full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) D-ILA device and a new optical engine. 
 
*1  Native contrast of 15,000:1 for home theatre projector class (JVC survey as of 14 November 2006). 
Product Name  Product Code MSRP (Tax Included)  Release Date 
D-ILA Home Theatre Projection System  DLA-HD1  ¥798,000 Late January 
2007 
 
 
Main Features 
 
1.  Thanks to the industrys highest
1 native contrast ratio of 15,000:1, true black reproduction 
without an iris mechanism   
 
This new home theatre projection system features a newly-developed 0.7-inch full HD D-ILA 
device with a device contrast ratio of 20,000:1. Combined with a new optical engine, the projector 
achieves the industry’s highest
1 native contrast ratio — 15,000:1. 
 
(1)  Newly-developed 0.7-in. full HD D-ILA device 
  The device exhibits a significant reduction in stray light caused, among others, by the 
dispersion and diffraction of reflected light. JVC decreased orientation irregularities through 
flattening the gaps between pixels, adopted improved liquid crystals and used new orientation 
technologies. This enabled the device to achieve a device contrast ratio of 20,000:1. 
  
						

							 
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(2)  New optical engine uses wire grid polarizers 
  The new optical engine dramatically improves the precision of light polarization, preventing 
light leakage into the projection lens; thus allowing the closest to true black reproduction. 
 
2. Flexible setup enabled by high performance 2x zoom lens and front fan intake and exhaust 
 
(1)  The projection lens features a large diameter, all-glass lens with 16 elements in 13 groups 
made by Fujinon Corporation. The lens significantly reduces chromatic aberration and 
ensures a high resolution picture, with every point on the screen perfectly in focus. Also, the 
high performance 2x zoom lens enables users to enjoy a powerful, large image even in 
smaller rooms that do not permit typical recommended distances to the screen.   
 
(2)  The projection system features an 80% vertical and 34% horizontal lens shift function, details 
shown in figure 1. 
 
(3)  Using front fan intake and exhaust for the cooling system does not limit choices for projector 
location. The simple and clean design leaves only interface connections on the back panel 
giving users flexibility in deciding where to put the projector. For example, the DLA-HD1 can 
be placed next to a wall if ceiling mounting is not possible. Furthermore, the lamp is easy to 
access and replace from the side panel where ever the projector is located — ceiling mount or 
tabletop. 
 
3. Gennum Corporation video processor in image processing circuit reproduces high quality 
images faithfully.   
 
At the core of the video processing, the projection system features the GF9351, a video processor 
by Gennum Corporation. The video processor ensures the faithful reproduction of high-quality 
images thanks to a high-precision scaling function and four VXP™ technologies that are detailed 
in figure 2. 
 
4. Improved user friendliness through convenient and detailed video adjustment menu and 
illuminated remote control 
 
(1)  The projection system features a convenient video adjustment menu that allows users to 
adjust the picture according to the source video and their own preferences. 
 
(2)  The buttons of the remote control light up, making it easy to operate even in a dark room. The 
remote control includes direct keys to adjust frequently used functions such as contrast and 
brightness, in addition to video input selection. 
 
5.  Luxurious and stylish design 
 
The projector’s body comes in a luxurious shiny white color and features a sleek, symmetric form 
that smoothly matches any room’s interior decoration.   
  
						

							 
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Development Concept 
The ever expanding range of terrestrial and satellite digital broadcasts and the arrival of the 
next-generation DVDs resulted in increasing popularity of HD content. This led to growing market 
needs for systems that allow the whole family to enjoy this HD content on large screens of over 80 to 
100 inch sizes. 
Meanwhile the JVC series of D-ILA home theatre projection systems, including the HD11K / 
HD11KL / HD12K / HD12KL models released at the end of last year, are widely acclaimed for the 
smooth, film-like, high-resolution image of full high-definition D-ILA devices. 
JVC designed and developed the DLA-HD1 as a full HD projection system providing true black 
reproduction without losing any picture brightness — the key to really bringing out the feeling of 
presence high-definition content is meant to have. 
The DLA-HD1 features a newly-developed 0.7-in. full HD D-ILA device, which combined with a 
new optical engine, realizes the industry’s highest
1 native contrast ratio — 15,000:1 without using any 
iris mechanism. Furthermore, the inclusion of a lens shift mechanism and front fan intake and exhaust 
really add to user options for positioning the projector. Users are not limited to installing the projection 
system in a dedicated home theatre room; they can just as easily enjoy a large-screen, high-definition 
theatre in a wide range of locations. 
 
Figure 1. 80% vertical, 34% horizontal lens shift function 
 
 
FineEdge™ 
Edge correction technology that gets rid of the jaggy artifacts so common to diagonal lines, creating instead 
smooth outlines. 
 
FidelityEngine™ 
Imaging technology that improves detail while reducing noise. This technology ensures a clear, detailed 
playback picture even for video sources with lower resolutions. 
 
TruMotionHD™ 
De-interlacing technology that supports HD signals (1080i), converting them to high-quality 1080p signals for 
playback. 
 
RealityExpansion™ 
10-bit image processing technology. This technology can upsample 4:2:2 (Y:Cb:Cr) video signals to 4:4:4 
format, and delivers outstanding image processing at a level comparable to that of broadcast masters. 
 
 
 
*The vertical and horizontal lens shifts cannot be set to maximum values at the same time.
Figure 2. Four VXP™ Technologies 
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Center
of the
screen
Vertical shift rangeCan use the
projector
without
tuning over.
Can use the
projector from
a tabletop.
 
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Horizontal shift range
  
						

							 
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Specifications 
Display device  Full HD D-ILA device 
Panel size  0.7 inch x 3 (16:9) 
Resolution  1,920 x 1,080 pixels   
Lens X2 manual zoom/focus lens   
f=21.3-42.6mm 
F=3.2-4.3 
Projection size  60 inch – 200 inch 
Lens shift function  80% vertical and 34% horizontal   
Light source lamp  200-watt ultra high pressure mercury lamp   
Light output  700 lm 
Contrast ratio  15,000:1 
HDMI x 2   
Component x 1 (3RCA) can also be used as a RGB terminal. 
S Video terminal (mini DIN4 pin) x 1 Video Input Terminals 
Composite x 1 (1RCA terminal) 
Control Terminals  RS-232 (D-sub9 pin)   
Video Input Signals 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p60/50, 1080i60/50, 1080p60/50/24, 
NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM 
Noise level  25dB (in normal mode) 
Power Consumption  280-watt (2.7-watt while in stand-by) 
Dimensions (W x H x D)  455 x 172 x 418mm (without extrusions) 
Mass 11.6kg 
Provided accessories   Power source cable x 1, self-lightening remote-control x 1, AAA size batteries, 
and lens cap 
 
Projection Distance Chart   
Display size  
Projection distance 
inch  W (mm)  H (mm)  Wide (m)  Tele (m) 
60  1,328  747  1.78   3.63  
70  1,549  872  2.09   4.24  
80  1,771  996  2.40   4.86  
90  1,992  1,121  2.71   5.47  
100  2,214  1,245  3.01   6.08  
110  2,435  1,370  3.32   6.70  
120  2,656  1,494  3.63   7.31  
130  2,878  1,619  3.93   7.93  
140  3,099  1,743  4.24   8.54  
150  3,320  1,868  4.55   9.16  
160  3,542  1,992  4.86   9.77  
170 3,763  2,117  5.16   10.38  
180 3,984  2,241  5.47   11.00  
190 4,206  2,366  5.78   11.61  
200 4,427  2,490  6.08   12.23  
※Projection distances are design specifications, so there is ±5% variation.     
  
						

							 
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For further information, please contact: 
Toshiya Ogata, Senior Staff Manager, or 
Akiko Sakakibara, Manager 
Public Relations Office 
Corporate Communications Department 
Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC) 
Tel:   +81-(0)45-450-2951, 2952        
Fax:    +81-(0)45-450-2959 
E-mail:   [email protected] 
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URL:    http://www.jvc.co.jp/english