JVC announces that its latest products are the most compact [abc]Ultra HD[/abc] [abc]4K[/abc] native projectors on the market, with a volume reduction of approximately 35% compared to the NZ800/NZ900. This feat was made possible by a complete overhaul of the optical unit, from the lens to the electronics. It should be noted that the cooling system on these models evacuates heat to the back of the projector.
JVC DLA-NZ700, BLU-Escent laser££££
Like many of the brand's home cinema projectors, the 2024 JVC DLA-NZ700 is equipped with a third-generation 0.69'' (1.75 cm) D-ILA native [abc]4K[/abc] matrix (unlike the DLA-NZ500) and a BLU-Escent laser light source, a blue laser capable of a peak brightness of 2,300 lumens. The use of DML (Max Display Mastering Luminance) metadata is required for HDR signals, in addition to MaxFALL and MaxCCL data. These correspond to the settings of the professional monitor used to calibrate the film in post-production according to the director's wishes.
JVC DLA-NZ700, Frame Adapt HDR Gen 2 function ££££
For its part, the Frame Adapt HDR Gen 2 algorithm analyzes a video signal [abc]HDR10[/abc] frame by frame using a proprietary algorithm to ensure optimal tone mapping, guaranteeing a more precise result and increased relief. It had been revised in 2023 (see our news JVC DLA-NZ7/NZ8/NZ9 and JVC DLA-NP5, new Frame Adapt HDR Firmware) in order to eliminate peak white information in high brightness areas of the image, in order to restore texture without loss of color. The Frame Adapt HDR Gen 2 process integrates the new Deep Black Tone Control function to further attenuate tones in dark areas in order to obtain a more realistic darkness. This feature maximizes the dynamic range of next-generation 4K D-ILA devices and delivers images with greater contrast than ever before. As a result, chiaroscuro scenes, such as nightscapes, are projected with greater realism.
There is also a new Vivid mode to give SDR content some punch with more saturated colors. This mode is ideal for animated works or video games. Finally, on the video processing side, the Clear Motion Drive process, with an improved motion compensation algorithm, handles signals up to [abc]2 160p[/abc]/60.
JVC DLA-NZ700, the main specifications££££
The lens is therefore new, an 80 mm model with 15 elements assembled in 11 groups in order to always offer an extremely precise image, even on the edges of the screen. Precision, the maximum size of the displayed image is 200'' (508 cm).
JVC DLA-NZ700, the rest of the main technical specifications££££
An automatic Tone Mapping function is integrated to perfectly display the image of a 4K [abc]Ultra HD Blu-Ray[/abc] disc in accordance with its mastering information (1,000 nits or 4,000 nits). HDR and WCG (Wide Color Gamut for 100% of the DCI-P3 color space) functions are on the program with the management of an [abc]HDR10[/abc], [abc]HDR10+[/abc] or HDR [abc]HLG[/abc] signal. The JVC DLA-NZ700 automatically switches to the correct mode.
The native contrast ratio of this new model is 80,000:1. The low latency mode for reduced Input [abc]Lag[/abc] is still in place, as is the [abc]ISF[/abc] certification and the settings that appeared on the previous range via a [abc]Firmware[/abc] update in 2020, namely the Theater Optimizer parameter allowing the user to enter various environmental factors that influence image quality. Thus, the size of the screen and its nature (its gain for example), associated with the position of the motorized zoom of the lens (2x optical), will be as many elements considered by the video processing of the video projector to display an image with optimized tone mapping and brightness. We can also mention the Frame Adapt HDR function offering five levels of brightness.
JVC DLA-NZ700, the connectivity££££
The connectivity includes two [abc]HDMI[/abc] [abc]CEC[/abc] 2.0 32 Gbps inputs compatible with 4K/60 certified [abc]HDCP[/abc] 2.3 already mentioned and compatible with [abc]Deep Color[/abc], an [abc]Ethernet[/abc] port and a USB-A port for Firmware updates or maintenance.
Availability, in black or white finish, announced for the month of November. Indicative prices: 8,999 euros.
Reminder of the key characteristics of the JVC DLA-NZ700:
• D-ILA type
• [abc]Ultra HD[/abc] [abc]4K[/abc] resolution
• Native resolution: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels
• D-ILA matrix: 0.69''
• Contrast: 80,000:1
• Light source: BLU-Escent laser
• Brightness: 2,300 lumens
• Input Lag: Low Latency
• Clear Motion Drive functions
• Motion Enhance functions
• Theater Optimizer functions
• [abc]HDR10[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]HDR10+[/abc] compatibility
• [abc]HDCP[/abc] 2.3 Compatibility
• Gamut: 100% DCI-P3
• Connectivity: 2 [abc]HDMI[/abc] 2.0 inputs certified [abc]HDCP[/abc] 2.3, 1 [abc]Ethernet[/abc] port
• Zoom: 1.6x optical
• Certification: [abc]ISF[/abc]
• Lamp life: 20,000 h
• Lens Shift: yes (vertical 28%, horizontal 70%)
• Weight: 15.2 kg
• Consumption: 280 W (0.25 W in standby)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 450 x 180 x 479 mm