Marantz VP-15S1 DLP Projector Review
Summary
- Product Name: VP-15S1 DLP Projector
- Manufacturer: Marantz
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- Value Rating:




- Review Date: February 19, 2008
- MSRP: $8999.99
- Specifications
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Brightness: 1000 ANSI lumens (Iris = F3.0)
Contrast: Up to 10,000:1 (Iris -1)
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 native HD resolution
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen native 16:9 aspect ratio
DLP Engine: Single 0.95" 1080p Darkchip3 DLP
Color Wheel: 5x 9000 rpm
Iris: 3-position dual-variable auto Iris optical system with manual adjustment
Optics: Custom 13-element Konica-MinoltaVideo Processing: Gennum VXP GF9351 processor
Video Inputs: 2 x HDMI-HDCP (1.3), 2 x component, composite, S-video and PC/RGB (HD15)
Control: RS-232C, IR remote in/out, 2 x DC trigger
Projection Lens: f: 30.7 – 44.5, manual focus & zoom (long throw lens available)
Lens Shift: Vertical only (+165%, -85%)Keystone Correction: vertical only
Lamp: Super High Pressure 200W DC lamp (2000 hours max)
Power Supply: 100-120 volts
Power Consumption: < 350W (high); < 0.3W (standby)
Operating Temperature: 5 – 35 degrees C; 30-85% humidity (no condensation)
Fan: 33dB operation (in low mode)
Remote Control: Backlit w/batteries included
Standard Accessories: Power cord, Wireless remote control unit, batteries for remote controlWarranty: 3 years parts & labor + 90 days lamp
Dimensions: 16” x 18.3” x 6.1” (404 x 498 x 158 mm)
Weight: 28.6 lbs (13 kg)
Pros
- Excellent build quality
- No real-world rainbow effect
- Excellent remote
- Best-of-class Gennum VXP video processing
- Custom optics with long-throw lens option
Cons
- Expensive for single-chip DLP
- No horizontal lens shift
Introduction
- VP-15S1 Build Quality and Features
- VP-15S1 Setup, Overview and Menu System
- VP-15S1 Calibration, Remote Control, and Recommendations
- VP-15S1 Viewing Tests and Conclusion