JVC DLA-RS20 User manual

DLA-RS20
Full HD D-ILA Front Projector
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With the new DLA-RS20, the bigger the screen, the better the picture.
Now every seat in your mini theater is the best in the house!
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The new DLA-RS20 brings THX®certified performance to your
home theater! From its incredible 50,000:1 native contrast ratio to
a new level of color accuracy, brightness and ease of use, this
projector is in a class of its own. JVC has refined its Reference
Series line of projectors by adding a sophisticated color management
system, developing a new high precision 17 element motorized
lens with an upgraded optical path, and by incorporating the
Silicon Optix's HQV Reon-VX processor. Sporting a stylish yet
functional new design and pearl black cabinet, the DLA-RS20 is
simply the finest 1080p home theater projector you can buy.
DLA-RS20
Full HD D-ILA Home Theater Front Projector
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The industry’s highest* native contrast ratio of 50,000:1!
Native Contrast ratio is the intrinsic ability of the projector to
show the complete range of image contrast simultaneously.
In the DLA-RS20, JVC changed the structural design of the
optical section from a conventional L-shape to a straight
configuration which helps to reduce light leakage. The
enhanced wire grid optical engine dramatically improves the
precision of light polarization, helping to prevent light spilling
onto the projection lens. Combined with a highly efficient
lamp, a brightness of 900 lumens has been achieved.
Realizing that increased brightness may not be desired for
all viewing environments and screen sizes, JVC has added
a 16-step Aperture Brightness Control that allows users to
achieve perfect screen brightness and adjust for ambient
lighting conditions. The Aperture Brightness Control also
serves to further enhance native contrast ratio, up to 50,000:1.
50,000:1
3,000:1
~5,000:1
Iris off Iris on
Lamp
beam
Lamp
beam
50,000:1
White
Black
50,000:1 contrast ratio 50,000:1 native contrast ratio
Conventional projector with dynamic iris DLA-RS20
The dynamic iris is opened
for bright scenes to make
peak values brighter while at
the same time, making
black level lighter than it
should be.
The dynamic iris is closed
for dark scenes to make
black level appear darker
while at the same time,
making peak values darker.
Conventional projector
DLA-RS20
Transmitted
polarized
light (P)
Glass substrate
Reflected polarized
light (S)
Aluminum ribs
Non-polarized light
How the wire-grid polarizer works
The 0.7-inch full HD D-ILA device
can display peak whites and deep
blacks on the same field of a
picture. This provides extremely
sharp contrast for more vivid and
natural color reproduction.
High-performance 2x motorized zoom lens
The DLA-RS20 is equipped with a new 17 element lens that
uses ED (extra low dispersion) glass, producing very minimal
chromatic aberration. The lens has a motorized focus and
2x zoom that can be controlled from the wireless remote.
And to display the deepest black possible, this new high-
precision lens is also equipped with a 16-step lens aperture
that allows adjustment of brightness according to user
preferences and usage
environment. What's more,
the high-precision lens also
reduces chromatic
aberration and color
bleeding significantly.
Excellent color rendition
Color Management interpolates
colors individually by R, G, B, C, Y,
or M, in three separate axes of
color phase, chroma saturation,
and brightness. Up to three
customized color settings can be
stored for future use.
Custom color setup per-
formed via on-screen menu
Before adjustment After adjustment
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Advanced video processor
The projector incorporates the HQV
Reon-VX video processor developed
by Silicon Optix. To ensure excellent
image reproduction, this processor
features precision I/P conversion
and scaling with full 10-bit 4:4:4
signal processing as well as an
HQV noise reduction function to
block mosquito noise.
Customized gamma control on-screen
Manual adjustment of gamma curve
is possible via an on-screen display,
allowing the viewer to adjust
projector luminance levels by either
increasing contrast in scenes that
are too dark or dimming washed-out
scenes to ensure precise brightness
levels suited to individual preferences.
Up to three settings can be adjusted
and stored for future use.
Custom gamma setup per-
formed via on-screen menu
THX Certified Display
The DLA-RS20 has passed the THX Certified Display
program, which is a performance benchmark for high
definition (HD) displays that will enable JVC’s original D-ILA
to deliver the sharpest and most detailed images possible.
A number of criteria for home theater display products such
as luminance, gamut and colors, grey scale, contrast, etc.
have been established by THX Certified Display program, to
ensure the exceptional display performance that home
theater fans are looking for.
Flexible and easy set-up
New motor driven lens offsets provide a wide range of
positioning options. An ±80% vertical offset and ±34%
horizontal lens shift combine with the 2x motorized zoom
lens to accommodate a wide range of installation
irregularities. Alignment to the screen can be easily
accomplished using the remote control.
And when positioning the projector outside of the lens
shift coverage area, the Digital Keystone function with ±30°
vertical and ±40° horizontal adjustment helps to make
distorted images look more natural.
Also featured is a unique automatic lens cover that
opens and closes with power on/off to protect against dust,
so even if the projector is installed up on the ceiling, you’re
assured of easy, trouble-free operation via the remote
controller.
80%
50%
0%
50%
80%
Vertical shift range
Horizontal shift range
50% 34% 0% 34% 50%
Center of the screen
The projector
does not have
to be inverted
The projector
can be used
from a tabletop
The vertical and horizontal lens shift function cannot be set to the maximum
values simultaneously.
±80% vertical and ±34% horizontal electric lens shift function
Lens cover closed Lens cover open
Quiet operation
Thanks to the enhanced efficiency of the cooling system,
fan noise has been reduced to 19dB*, enabling the viewer
to better concentrate on what’s being shown on the screen
even in a very quiet room.
* When lamp mode set to standard mode.
Terminal for trigger functions
A dual function trigger terminal can be used to automatically
move a projection screen up and down with power to the
DLA-RS20 is turned on/off. Additionally, the trigger can be
used to control an optional anamorphic lens to stretch the
screen to the 2.35:1 aspect ratio with the projector's
V-stretch mode activated.
Self-illuminating remote control
The buttons on the handy self-
illuminating remote control light up
automatically, making it easy to operate
even in a dark room.
HDMI interface
Two HDMI interfaces with CEC
compatibility are featured.
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x2(v.1.3)
A high-end model achieving the industry’s highest*
50,000:1 native contrast ratio for “exceptional true black”
reproduction
• 16-step lens aperture for brightness adjustment
• Wide electronic lens shift function of ±80% vertical and ±34%
horizontal adjustments
• V-stretch mode together with the anamorphic lens allow for the
display of images without top and bottom black bars
• Digital Keystone enables easy adjustment of distorted images
• A trigger terminal for activating one of two functions
* As of September 2008; Native contrast ratio of 50,000:1 for home theater projector class (JVC internal survey).
• Achieves industry’s highest 50,000:1 native contrast ratio*
• Achieves a brightness of 900 lumens with a highly efficient lamp
• THX Certified Display model, a certification of excellence
• Color Management function to reproduce the color scheme of choice
• User-customizable gamma control for free control of gradation
expression
• High-performance 2x zoom lens with motorized focus featuring a
large diameter all-glass lens system with 17 elements in 15 groups
including 2 ED lenses
DLA-RS20
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Specifications
DLA-RS20
Device 0.7inch D-ILA x3
Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Lens 2x motorized zoom & focus
f=21.4mm – 42.8mm
F=3.2 – 4
Lens shift ±80% Vertical / ±34% Horizontal (motorized)
Projection size 60 - 200 inches
Light source Lamp 200W UHP
Brightness 900lm
Contrast ratio Native: 50,000:1
Terminals HDMI (ver.1.3) x2
Component x1 (RCA)
S-Video x1 (mini DIN)
Composite x1 (RCA)
PC x1 (D-sub 15-pin)
Trigger x1 (mini jack)
RS-232C (D-sub 9-pin)
Video input signal 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p 60/50, 1080i 60/50, 1080p 60/50/24
PC input signal Digital VGA/SVGA/XGA/WXGA/WXGA+/SXGA/WSXGA+/WUXGA
Analog VGA/SVGA/XGA/WXGA/WXGA+/SXGA/SXGA+/WSXGA+
Noise level 19dB (Normal mode)
Power requirement AC 110 - 240V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 280W (Stand-by mode:1W)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 14.37 x 6.58 x 18.82 inches
365 x 167 x 478 mm
Weight 24.25 lbs
11.0kg
Projection Distance Chart
* Projection distances are design specifications, so there is ±5% variation.
User-replaceable Lamp
BHL5010-S
Anamorphic Lens
RSAL1
Advanced Video Processor
RSVP2
Terminals on the side
Optional Accessories
14.37 / 365
18.80 / 477.6
9.29 / 236
3.97 / 100.8
1.89 /
47.9
4.88 / 124
11.69 / 297
8.21 / 208.6
5.77 / 146.6
2.54 / 64.6
3.57 / 90.6
3.07 / 78
1.60 / 40.7
1.69/42.9
3.27 / 83
1.65 / 42
0.47 / 12
6.58 / 167
3.43 / 87 7.40 / 187.9
3.27 / 83
1.63 / 41.5
External dimensions
■ To p
■ Bottom
■ Front
■ Side (left)
■ Side (right)
(Unit: inches/mm)
Display size (16:9) Inches and (mm) Throw distance
Width Height Diagonal Minimum Maximum
Feet-Inch Meters Feet-Inch Meters
52 1/429 3/8(747) 60 (1523) 5-10 1.78 12-0 3.66
60 33 3/4(857) 68 7/8(1749) 6-8 1/42.05 13-9 1/24.20
70 39 3/8(1000) 80 3/8(2040) 7-10 2.39 16-1 1/44.91
80 45 (1143) 91 3/4(2332) 8-11 3/42.74 18-5 5.61
90 50 5/8(1286) 103 1/4(2623) 10-1 1/23.08 20-8 3/46.32
100 56 1/4(1429) 114 3/4(2915) 11-3 1/43.43 23-1/27.02
110 61 7/8(1572) 126 1/4(3206) 12-53.78 25-4 1/47.73
120 67 1/2(1715) 137 3/4(3498) 13-6 3/44.13 27-8 1/48.44
130 73 1/8(1857) 149 1/8(3789) 14-8 1/24.49 30-1/49.15
140 78 3/4(2000) 160 5/8(4081) 15-10 1/24.84 32-4 9.86
150 84 3/8(2143) 172 1/8(4372) 17-1/25.19 34-8 10.57
160 90 (2286) 183 5/8(4663) 18-2 1/25.55 37-1/411.28
170 95 5/8(2429) 195 1/8(4955) 19-4 1/25.91 39-4 1/411.99
174 1/498 (2490) 200 (5079) 19-10 1/26.06 40-4 1/412.30
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DISTRIBUTED BY
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The projector is equipped with a high-pressure mercury lamp, which may break, emitting a loud noise,
when it is subjected to shock or after it has been used for a somelength of time.
Please note that, depending on how the projector is used, there can be considerable difference between individual lamps regarding
how many hours they will operate before requiring replacement. The owner of the projector is responsible for all costs related to the replacement of the lamp.
●The projector lamp requires periodic replacement and is not covered by warranty.
●Please note that, although the D-ILA device is manufactured using highly advanced technologies, 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may be non-performing.
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