Epson Home Cinema 1100 vs JVC LX-NZ30
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 Epson Home Cinema 1100MSRP $949.99 |  JVC LX-NZ30MSRP $4,299.95 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.62 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | — | Other |
| Addressable resolution | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1–1.21:1 | 1.36–2.18:1 |
| Projection distance table | — | 80″: 2.4–3.84 m · 90″: 2.7–4.32 m · 95″: 2.85–4.56 m · 100″: 3–4.8 m · 110″: 3.3–5.28 m · 120″: 3.6–5.76 m · 130″: 3.9–6.24 m · 140″: 4.2–6.72 m · 150″: 4.5–7.2 m · 160″: 4.8–7.68 m · 170″: 5.1–8.16 m · 180″: 5.4–8.64 m · 200″: 6–9.6 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | — |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2× | 1.6× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | — | ±60% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±23% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | No |
| Focal length | 14.06–16.82 mm | 14.3–22.9 mm |
| F-number | 1.58–1.7 | 1.81 |
| Image size range | 31–305 in | 60–200 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | — |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | Warp |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | — | Blue laser diode, 105 W x 1, wavelength 449-461 nm, with phosphor |
| Lamp wattage | 210 W | — |
| Light source life | Normal: 6,000 h · Eco: 12,000 h | Normal: 20,000 h |
| Cool-down time | — | 120 s |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,400 lm | — |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 3,400 lm (colour) | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 3,300 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 16,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic light control | — | Laser dimming |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | — | 100% |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| Picture mode memories | — | 2 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone-mapping brand name | — | Auto Tone Mapping |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | — | 1920×1080: 240 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 2 W | — |
| Speaker count | 1 | — |
| Audio channels | Mono | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | — | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.3 |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | — | Yes |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | — | Yes |
| LAN control | — | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | — | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | HomeKit | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Casting | Miracast | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 37 dB(A) · Quiet: 28 dB(A) | Normal: 34 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 10–90%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | 3,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 349 W | 360 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 349 W · Eco: 241 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.3 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | — | 2 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 302 mm | 405 mm |
| Depth | 249 mm | 341 mm |
| Height | 87 mm | 146 mm |
| Weight | 2.8 kg | 5.9 kg |
| Colours / finishes | — | Black, White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 9 · Hole count: 3 | Screw: M4 · Screw length mm: 8 |
| Air filter | Replaceable | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Laser product class | — | Class 1 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | FCC, CE |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr |
| User manual | https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_HomeCinema1100_EN_EAI.pdf | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4412-11.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide | Remote, Batteries, Power cable, Manual |
| Remote type | — | IR |