front on technabob...

jvc dla-hd100 lcos projector revealed

JVC DLA-HD100 projector

If you’re a regular reader of Technabob, you probably know that I’m a big fan of LCOS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) based projectors. In terms of image quality, contrast and lack of visible pixel structure, they’re second only to good old CRTs.

At this week’s IFA show in Berlin, JVC revealed their latest entry into…

continue reading »

September 2nd, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: home entertainment video

sony vpl-aw10 and vpl-aw15 projectors from $1000

Sony VPL-AW15 Bravia Projector

Sony today announced a new series of agressively-priced LCD front projectors, the Bravia VPL-AW10 ($1000 MSRP) and VPL-AW15 ($1300 MSRP).

Both projectors feature a widescreen 3-LCD panel with 720p native resolution, and a bright 165-watt UHP lamp. They both include versions of Sony’s well-reviewed advanced iris system, providing the AW10 with a 6000:1 contrast ratio…

continue reading »

March 28th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: home entertainment video

runco vx: the first ever thx certified projectors

Runco VX Series Projector

Runco, know for producing high-end home theater gear has announced that they have started shipping the first ever projectors to pass THX certification.

The Runco VX (Video Extreme) series of DLP front projectors come in a number of models designed to handle a variety of different installation needs, but all require a sizeable investment:

VX-2000d:…

continue reading »

February 3rd, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: home entertainment video