DV10 and DV11
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Description
- The DV10 is an All-In-One projection system by Optoma – projector, DVD player, and amplified speakers all in one neat, 7.5 lb. package. It also has RCA inputs, S-Video connection, and RGB connector, so that external units may be attached. It has 1/8” stereo out for use of external speakers; though the built-in speakers seem to serve well in our training room which is about 700 square feet.
- The projector has a T.I. DarkChip DLP display, which is very bright and clear, even though it lists only 1,000 lumens. The lamp is listed for 3,000 hours at standard brightness (2000 hours in "BriteMode"); however, replacements cost around $350.00 .
- The unit is billed as home theater use, and especially for coffee table placement. Therefore, the normal screen position is above table level, but can be raised or lowered. At three feet it displayed at 2.5 x 3 feet and very sharp and clear, with good color, even with lights on in the room. At 15 feet it displayed at about eight by 5 feet, and room lighting had more affect on the picture. The specifications indicate that the projection distance is from 4.9 to 32.8 feet.
- With power requirements of 100 – 240 v 50/60 Hz, it is plug in and play for most circumstances, including generator use. It lists 285 watts as power consumption, and 10 watts on standby.
- As for ease of use, it is a breeze. The DVD player is on the top, and there is instant recognition to the projector. Controls are also on the top, or the remote can be used. All of this, and it only weighs 7.8 pounds (3.5 kg), 11 pounds in the sturdy carry case (including cables and control). Even with the light weight, it is well built.
- The DV10 has been replaced by the DV11 – though at the present, both are still available. I see very little difference in the two, the principal one being that the DV11 is 1600 lumens instead of 1000 for the DV10. It uses a different lamp that is 180 watt instead of the 200 watt; and is a bit heavier (not quite a pound more). The DVD is inserted at the back of the unit, instead of on top. The display uses DDR DLP technology. Power consumption for the DV11 is also slightly less, probably because of the difference in lamp wattage. Unlike DV10, the unit can be ceiling-mounted, if desired. Because of the slight differences, you may wish to compare the two on the Optoma website, if you have a very specific use in mind.
Considerations
- Advantages
- • Ease of use. No extra wires or equipment are needed. However, a limited number of connectors are provided for various input/output options.
- • Useable with a wide range of voltages.
- Disadvantages
- • Like many types of electronic equipment, there is a temperature range in which it can be used. Extremely hot or cold, or very high humidity conditions are detrimental to the unit.
Evaluation
- Advantages
- • A portable stand-alone system.
- • Ease of use – set it on a table, plug it in and turn it on.
- Disadvantages
- • Since it isn't designed for being a central display device for a multisource system, the connection panel has only a limited number of input-output options. (If you don't have multiple pieces of equipment, this wouldn't be an issue.)
Where to Obtain
Order From
- • Many sources can be found on the Internet. At present (summer 2007), cost for the DV11 varies from $850.00 to $1,000.00, depending on availability and source. The DV10 is still available at some sources, but scarce. Information from the website: Optoma website.
By: SPARK Volunteer 1; based on evaluation by VMS personnel & Internet sources.
Date entered: 17 August 2007
