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Optoma HD72 DLP Projector Review

by Ray Adkins last modified March 28, 2007 06:27
Optoma HD72 DLP Projector Review

Optoma HD72 DLP Projector

Summary

  • Product Name: HD72 DLP Projector
  • Manufacturer: Optoma
  • Distributor: ProjectorPeople
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStarhalf-star
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStarhalf-star
  • Review Date: March 08, 2006
  • MSRP: $1999
Specifications

Display Technology: Single 0.65-inch DarkChip2™ DLP™ technology from Texas Instruments

Resolution: 1280x768

Brightness: 1300 Lumens

Contrast Ratio: 3500:1 Full On/Off (5000:1 In AI Mode)

Noise Level: 27dB typical

Lamp Life: 3000 Hours standard

Horizontal Scan Rate: 15-75 kHz

Vertical Scan Rate: 43-85 Hz

Image Size: 28-inches to 304-inches

Throw Ratio: 1.5 to 1.9 (Distance/Width)

Uniformity: 90% Or Better

Keystone Correction: Horizontal and Vertical

Video Compatibility: NTSC, PAL, SEACAM, EDTV, HDTV

Computer Compatibility: UXGA, SXGA, WXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA

Input Connectors: HDMI, HDCP-DVI, Component Video, S-Video, Composite Video, RS-232

I/R Pickup Receivers: Front and Rear

12-Volt Trigger

Dimensions: 13.56” W x 3.65” H x 9.67” D (344 x 94 x 246 mm)

Weight: 7 Pounds (3.2kg)

Power Supply: 100-240 Volts 50-60Hz

Projection Methods: Front, Rear, Ceiling Mount, Table Top

Warranty: 2-Year Limited With Zero Dead Pixel Policy
90-Day Lamp Warranty


Pros

  • Price
  • Excellent detail, black level and color
  • Very good internal video processor
  • Every input you would need
  • Quiet
  • Modern styling
  • Excellent warranty including a no dead pixel policy

Cons

  • Remote has sporadic operation
  • Standby light blinks on/off until hard shut down
  • Excessive offset may not be suitable for some installations
  • Small amount of light leakage from side of projector

Introduction

We were first introduced to the new Optoma HD72 in January at the 2006 Consumer Electronic Show. We were very interested in conducting a review of this projector based on what we viewed at the Optoma booth. The new Optoma HD72 breaks the price barrier for 1280x768p DLP projectors, selling at just $1999 MSRP. Our friends at Projector People were kind enough to lend us a demo unit for the purpose of this review.
  1. Optoma HD72 Features
  2. Optoma HD72 Build Quality, Remote & Setup
  3. Optoma HD72 Menu System & Calibration
  4. Optoma HD72 Viewing Tests and Conclusion