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JVC Announces Five New 3D Projectors
Tue Sep 13, 2011 at 01:30 PM ETTags: JVC, 3D Projectors, 4K Projectors (all tags)
They range from the affordable on up to a 3D capable 4K projector with a ridiculous (as in ridiculously awesome) contrast ratio.
JVC's new line of projectors runs the gamut, starting with the affordable DLA-X30, which offers a pretty solid 50,000:1 contrast ratio and 3D capabilities for $3,499. For $4,995 you can get your hands on the DLA-RS4800 which boasts similar stats with the ability to convert 2D to 3D.
Unlike the others, the DLA-F110E is made for situations where ambient light can be a problem. Its 1700 lumens brightness mean that it can be used either in the home or in a conference room. You'll be able to pick it up later this month for $7,495.
The DLA-RS55 is where things really start to ramp up. It's the more affordable of JVC's high end projectors, and was designed to deliver great quality at a lower price. It's both THX and ISF certified and is capable of displaying 4K video.
JVC's flagship DLA-RS65 does just about everything you could want from a projector. It upscales from SD to 4K and can handle conversion of 2D content to 3D. The RS65 and RS55 will be available in November at prices of $11,999 and $7,999 respectively.
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JVC TVs Back on the Market With Vizio Manufacturer Amtran
Mon Jul 11, 2011 at 12:00 PM ETTags: JVC, LED TVs (all tags)
The company boasts improved quality for its August sets.
JVC TVs are going to be back on the market this August when the company launches a new television line with a brand new manufacturer behind them. That manufacturer is Amtran, who already make sets for the folks at Vizio.
The new line is called Black Crystal which, at the very least, is a pretty cool name. At the lower end of the spectrum are a few LCD TVs. They're pretty standard as far as these things go. You get a 1080p resolution, simulated surround, and four different HDMI inputs for the 42 and 47 inch sets.
JVC's LED backlit line offers similar stats, and like the standard LCD models, they up the refresh rate to 120Hz for the 42 and 47 inch televisions.
The new line of Black Crystal JVC televisions will be hitting stores later this month.
Source: TWICE
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JVC Announces a 3D 1080p Consumer Camcorder
Tue Feb 08, 2011 at 10:00 AM ETTags: JVC, High-Def Retailing, Industry Trends (all tags)
The GS-TD1 is slated to hit stores at just under $2,000.
Some are enthralled by the way 3D movies change the viewing experience and some love the heightened feeling of realism from 3D sporting events. Others are less satisfied with simply watching and are looking to create 3D video of their own.
JVC says that the GS-TD1 is the first camcorder that can capture 1080p 3D video, and boasts that the new camera can even recreate 3D-like surround thanks to the company's Biophonic technology. It offers a 5x optical zoom, dual back-illuminated CMOS sensors and a 3D glasses-free touchscreen LCD monitor.
The camera also comes with a full editing suite that will allow you to capture, record, edit, archive and share your movies.
You'll be able to pick up the GS-TD1 for yourself in March for a price of under $2,000.
Source: TWICE
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JVC's New Projectors Get THX 3D Certified
Mon Nov 15, 2010 at 12:00 PM ETTags: JVC, 3D, THX (all tags)
After a lengthy testing process, they get the stamp of approval.
3D certification from THX is still relatively new, but it's impressive nonetheless that JVC's projectors – the DLA-RS60, DLA-X9, DLA-RS50 and DLA-X7 - are the first to earn it.
The process involves over 400 laboratory tests to determine a projector's worth. THX deals with color accuracy, viewing angles, video processing and perhaps the most important thing of all – cross-talk. After these tests, if the projectors are up to snuff, THX gives it the go-ahead.
In addition to rooting out the best of the best, THX certification gives you the option of THX Cinema Mode, a setting designed to bring out the best in your projector without you having to root around in the video menus. THX Cinema Mode can even be tuned further by THX professional calibrators.
The DLA-RS60 and DLA-X9 projectors will hit pro and consumer markets later this month at a price of $11,996 while the DLA-RS50 and DLA-X7 come in at $7,995.
Source: Audio Video Revolution
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JVC Intros Six New 3D Projectors
Mon Sep 27, 2010 at 02:00 PM ETTags: JVC, 3D Projectors (all tags)
Three pro models and three consumer models make up the company's latest offerings.
If you're looking for 3D, look no farther than JVC. They've got new solutions for both consumer and professional environments, and they boast some downright impressive specs.
At the very top of the line is the DLA-X9, which shares the spotlight with the professional counterpart, the DLA-RS60. Gary Klasmeier, the engineering manager at JVC boasts that you won't find anything like it. " No other three-chip projectors in the home theater market can match the amazing 100,000:1 native contrast ratio of the DLA-RS60 or DLA-X9."
These two higher end models are the only ones that come packed with two pairs of glasses and an external emitter.
The DLA-RS50 and DLA-X7 sport a 70,000:1 contrast ratio and, like the X9 and RS60, are currently being tested by THX. JVC fully expects certification, since the projectors were designed around the THX requirements.
The DLA-RS40 and DLA-X3 are at the low end of the 3D projector lineup, but still boast a 50,000:1 contrast ratio. They're also the cheapest, at $4,495.
You'll be able to pick up all of JVC's new projectors this November. The X7 and RS40 will sell for $7,795 while the RS60 and X9 will run $11,995.
Source: eCoustics
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JVC Announces an Entry Level D-ILA Projector
Mon Sep 27, 2010 at 10:00 AM ETTags: JVC, Projectors (all tags)
It's the first projector of its kind to fall under the $3,000 mark.
D-ILA technology has, up until now, been something that's outside of the realm of possibility for a lot of folks. JVC's new projector comes in cheaper than any D-ILA projector in the past – just under $3,000.
You'll get a native contrast of 25,000:1 and a brightness of 1,000 ANSI lumens from the DLA-HD250. It's also equipped with Reon-VX processing to make sure that video looks as good as it possibly can.
"JVC projectors have been widely acclaimed for their performance, but they’ve remained out of reach for home theater enthusiasts with a limited budget," says JVC's Gary Klasmeier. "With this new projector we bring D-ILA’s remarkable film-like image quality and impressive native contrast to an entirely new market segment."
Source: eCoustics
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JVC TeleDock LCDs Sport a Built-in iPod Dock
Thu Feb 04, 2010 at 03:00 PM ETTags: JVC, iPod, Classics on High-Def, Industry Trends (all tags)
Looking for a TV with a built in iPod docking station right in the front? Well look no further.
JVC’s TeleDock series of LCDs are a bit different. They’ve got a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1080p screen resolution. They come in sizes from 32” on up to 46”. Oh, and they’ve got an iPod dock built right in.
It’s a solution, admittedly, for those who want to hook their iPods and iPhones up to their new TVs. It’s not the most elegant solution, since it leaves the iPod sitting right in front of the television on a flipped out plastic dock, but for what it is, it works.
You can play music and movies directly from your iPod, and use JVC’s remote to control playback. If you want, you can even play music from the iPod while watching TV. Videos from the iPod can be played back at different aspect ratios, though the lower the quality, the smaller the picture.
The JVC TeleDock series also comes complete with three HDMI inputs as well as two component, two S-video, and a PC input.
Pricing has not yet been determined for the JVC TeleDock, but we’ll see the release of JVC’s new sets this spring.
Source: JVC
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JVC’s Blu-ray/VHS/DVR Hits Japan
Fri Jan 29, 2010 at 11:00 AM ETTags: JVC (all tags)
The JVC SR-HV250 is about as close as you’re going to get to a true universal player.
Sure, there are Blu-ray players out there that handle CD, SACD, and DVD, but how many of them can play VHS tapes and recorded television? JVC’s SR-HV250 is a bit of a Frankenstein’s monster. It’s big and it’s bulky, but there’s a lot it can do that other players can’t.
JVC’s JVC SR-HV250 plays back both Blu-ray and VHS, and it can record on both. Video from the DVR can be recorded on either VHS tapes, Blu-ray disks or DV-Rs, but your milage – and video quality – may vary.
There are a lot of upsides to the SR-HV250, but there’s a big downside too. Sure it’s got two tuners built right in, along with a 250GB hard drive. It’s even got a USB drive and LAN support. It’s not cheap though. It was released in Japan today for the approximate equivalent of $3,000.
Due to the lack of interest that the U.S. has shown for recording on Blu-ray disks, this may or may not hit the states. There’s been no official word from JVC yet, but the JVC SR-HV250 went on sale today in Japan.
Source: JVC (via Google Translate)
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JVC Reveals Wireless Soundbar Systems
Tue Dec 15, 2009 at 02:05 PM ETTags: JVC, Industry Trends (all tags)
Two new soundbar based HTiBs have been announced by JVC. One, the TH-BA3, is more like a traditional home theater in a box. The other, the TH-BS7, is a standalone soundbar and subwoofer.
The less expensive of the two products is the BA3. While the BA3 does feature a soundbar, it acts more as a replacement for the left, right and center channels than as a full surround system. The power amp, surround decoding and system controls are all built directly into the soundbar of the TH-BA3.
The soundbar also houses the wireless transmitter for the included left and right surround speakers and wireless subwoofer. The BA3 sports an analog input as well as two optical inputs. It can decode Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby ProLogic II and will run you around $549 when it hits later this month.
The TH-BS7 is the sort of soundbar setup we’re more used to. The 4.1 channel soundbar – yes, 4.1 channel – has a slim design and measures only 1.4 inches tall. The included amplifier/control unit, which is wall mountable, is a touch smaller than that at only 1.2 inches.
JVC’s BS7 soundbar offers a frequency range of 200Hz to 20kHz. It’s not a particularly impressive range, but a subwoofer is included to pick up the lows. The soundbar itself has four speakers, two for the left and right main channels and two for the left and right surrounds. Each speaker is driven by 20 watts, while the six inch subwoofer is powered by a 100 watt amp. The TH-BS7 ships before the end of the year and can be had for $599.
Source: TWICE
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JVC Introduces $200 Profile 1.1 Blu-ray Player
Thu Oct 29, 2009 at 12:00 PM ETTags: JVC (all tags)
At only $30 less than their BD Live capable XV-BP1, the XV-BP11 leaves a lot to be desired.
JVC’s press release boasts that JVC’s new Blu-ray player is “popularly priced”, indicating that it falls under the $200 mark. It turns out that this may not have been the best choice of words.
Touted as a “highly versatile” Blu-ray player, the XV-BP11 plays back DVDs, Blu-ray discs and the AVCHD format often used for camcorders. It supports 1080p/24 playback and the decoding of Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD. It sports HDMI 1.3 compatibility with support for Deep Color. It’s even got a USB port on the front for playback of JPEGs and MP3s.
What it doesn’t do though, strangely, is BD Live. While this is sometimes seen in high end Blu-ray players created strictly for optimal video reproduction, it seems strange for an entry level product to ship without basic BD Live functionality.
JVC’s XV-BP11 is available now at $199.
Source: JVC
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