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Vivitek H1085FD review

Vivitek H1085FD
 
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Verdict:

This budget 1080p DLP projector is a good all-rounder with good colour and contrast, but its overall image quality isn't quite up to that of similarly-priced rivals. <br>

Review Date: 10 Jan 2010

Price when reviewed: £971

Supplier: http://www.projectorpoint.co.uk

Reviewed By: Kat Orphanides

Our Rating 3 stars out of 5

Details

Part Code H1085FD
Review Date 10 Jan 2010
Price £971
Details www.vivitekcorp.com
Rating *** stars out of 5

Specifications

Projector technology DLP
Lamp brightness 2,000 ANSI lumens
Lamp life 2,000
Lamp life in economy mode 3,000
Contrast ratio 5,000:1

Picture

Native resolution 1,920x1,080
Max compressed resolution 1,920x1,080
Aspect ratio 16:9
Other aspect ratios 4:3
Max diagonal at 7ft 53in
Throw ratio 1.6:1 to 1.92:1
Optical zoom 1.2x
Projection distance 0.7m to 11.3m
Mirror image yes
Invert image yes
Lens shift horizontal N/A
Lens shift vertical N/A
HD Ready yes
Special view modes Movie, normal, bright

Inputs/Outputs

VGA input yes
DVI input No
Sound inputs 3.5mm, phono
Composite input yes
S-video input yes
HDMI input yes
PAL support yes
SECAM support yes
NTSC support yes
Audio output 3.5mm
Video output none
Others inputs/outputs second HDMI input, USB service port, RS232, DC 12V trigger

Other

Noise (in normal use) 26dB(A)
Size 102x335x256mm
Weight 3.5kg
Internal speakers yes (5W mono)
Extras remote, cables (power, HDMI, VGA, component), carrying case
Remote special features none
Power consumption standby 0W
Power consumption on 234W

Lamp

Lamp cost (inc VAT) £213
Lamp supplier www.projectorpoint.co.uk
Lamp cost per hour of use £0.11
Lamp cost per hour of use (economy) £0.07

Buying Information

Price £971
Supplier http://www.projectorpoint.co.uk
Details www.vivitekcorp.com
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