Optoma HD65 720p DLP Home Theater Projector
by OPTOMA TECHNOLOGY
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Manufacturer: OPTOMA TECHNOLOGYBrand: Optoma
Edition: Electronics
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Model: HD65
Publisher: OPTOMA TECHNOLOGY
Studio: OPTOMA TECHNOLOGY
Music Label: OPTOMA TECHNOLOGY
Product features:
- Solid brightness with 1600 lumens and a 4000:1 contrast ratio (with ImageAI )
- Native 720p High-Definition resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio
- Light and color processing technologies for remarkable picture quality and contrast levels
- Sleek and diminutive form factor at 4 pounds with extensive connectivity options
- Display Technology: 0.62" DarkChip2 DLP Technology by Texas Instruments
- Resolution: Native 720p (1280 x 720) Maximum Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080) Brightness: 1600 Lumens
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Optoma HD65 720p DLP Home Theater Projector
Customer Review: Best value in 720p
Summary: 4 Stars
It's hard to beat this projector without spending at least twice as much. Deep blacks, bright and natural colors, smooth gradients, and sharp 720p: the picture hits all the marks hands-down. It has all the inputs you need, plus a 12v trigger output--a nice touch. The optics do the job, the fan noise is forgettable, and the enclosure is attractive, with minimal light leakage. There's nothing fussy about this thing. It's here to give you a great image, no more and no less.
Rainbow effect is a factor. I see it clearly, although my brain tunes it out eventually. It's not as bad as some projectors, however; my girlfriend doesn't notice it at all. My guess is, if you're someone who sees it, you'll see it with this projector... if it doesn't bother you, don't worry about it.
It isn't noisy by any stretch, but it isn't silent either. In Standard brightness mode, the noise usually blends into the background. In Bright or High-Altitude mode, it whirrs noticeably, albeit at a fairly low pitch with only the thinnest twinge of whine. With action movies, TV, or games, it's perfectly fine. If you watch a lot of Bergman, the fan noise will likely add to the sensation of creeping insanity.
The only glaring problem is the blue-backlit remote. Blue LEDs are no doubt sexy, but I think they used about 12 too many. The light is so bright, you can see the internal structure of the plastic when it's on. Plan on working the crucial IR commands into your universal remote macros and leaving this remote in the drawer. It has direct source selection and even direct aspect ratio selection, two more pro-grade nice touches for an otherwise entry-level unit, so you won't likely spend a lot of time with the remote anyway.
Setup tips: Use Cinema mode, Warm color temperature, and turn down BrilliantColor a bit for smoother tones.
Update - 2011-02-23:
- HDMI sources will sometimes blink out during bright passages, scenes with bright flashes, or when using a computer with a bright background. If you're cruising along and the projector loses video and stops to re-sync, odds are good you're using an HDMI switch or receiver, and the projector is struggling with a degraded signal. Try running the source directly to the projector to see if the problem goes away. If it does, it's time to try a different switch or receiver.
- There is a flickering effect for the first 1,000 hours or so on the lamp. This projector and most others use an arc lamp, which produces light by placing highly-charged electrical elements close enough together that a spark jumps between them continuously, emitting bright light. This arc will slowly burn into the anodes, causing deformations or "pits". Until these pits form, the arc will have a slight tendency to jump around, which causes a bit of flicker. Solution: use it in Bright mode for a few hundred hours to accelerate pit formation, and the arc should stabilize and the flicker should go away.
- On color smoothness: I'm still amazed by how good the color is for such an inexpensive projector, especially if you turn off all the "enhancements." Still, I've come to notice some very rare, very slight color banding, especially in scenes with blue skies or beaches. I'm likely to enjoy this projector for many years more, but if and when I upgrade, it will be my goal to find a projector that has smoother color in the most subtle gradients. In the meantime, it's rarely an issue.
- At first I didn't think there was that much light leakage. Since changing my ceiling mount, however, I realize my previous mount was blocking most of it. There's a small hole on the "bottom" (top if mounted upside down) that just gushes light. I've built a little fence to keep the light from flooding the ceiling, while allowing the hot air to escape. Another small point to keep in mind.
Description of Optoma HD65 720p DLP Home Theater Projector
Powered by DLP technology and featuring a multitude of connections and functionality, the HD65 delivers the vivid and the vibrant in picture performance and image quality. Featuring 1600 lumens, a 4000:1 contrast ratio (with ImageAI), native 720p High-Definition resolution, and a 16:9 aspect ratio in a sleek and diminutive form factor at 4 pounds with extensive connectivity options.Digital Cameras & Photo Categories
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