Optoma HD7100 Projector Review
Summary
- Product Name: HD7100 Projector
- Manufacturer: Optoma
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- Value Rating:




- Review Date: June 12, 2006
- MSRP: $3299
- Specifications
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Display Technology: Single 0.80-inch DarkChip3™ DLP™ technology from Texas Instruments
Resolution: 1280x720
Brightness: 1000 Lumens
Contrast Ratio: 5000: 1
Noise Level: 32dB typical
Lamp Life: 3000 Hours standard
Horizontal Scan Rate: 15-75 kHz
Vertical Scan Rate: 48-85 Hz
Image Size: 30-inches to 300-inches
Throw Ratio: 1.3 to 1.6 (Distance/Width)
Lens Shift: 4-way optical lens shift (vertical & horizontal)
Uniformity: 90% Or Better
Keystone Correction: Horizontal and VerticalVideo Compatibility: NTSC, PAL, SEACAM, EDTV, HDTV
Computer Compatibility: UXGA, SXGA, WXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA
Input Connectors: HDCP-DVI, Component Video X 2, S-Video, Composite Video, VGA mini D-Sub 15-pin), RS-232
I/R Pickup Receivers: Front and Rear
12-Volt Trigger: None
Dimensions: 13.5” W x 5.6” H x 12.5” D (342 x 144 x 320 mm)
Weight: 14 Pounds (6.2kg)
Power Supply: 100-240 Volts 50-60Hz
Projection Methods: Front, Rear, Ceiling Mount, Table Top
Warranty
3-Year Limited With Zero Dead Pixel Policy
90-Day Lamp Warranty
Lamp Replacement Cost: $429 (typical)
Pros
- Horizontal & vertical lens shift
- Excellent black level and color
- Excellent build quality
- Terrific calibration menu
- Modern styling
- 3-year warranty
Cons
- No HDMI input (DVI only)
- Remote has sporadic operation
- No 12 volt trigger
- Louder fan nose than previous model
- Trouble syncing with longer DVI and HDMI cables
- Quirky internal scaler/processor
Introduction
- HD7100 Build Quality and Remote Control
- HD7100 Installation & Menu System
- HD7100 Calibration & Benchmark Tests
- HD7100 Viewing Evaluation & Conclusion