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JVC DLA-RS1200

JVC DLA-RS1200 front three-quarter view from the right, black projector with large round lens
BrandJVC · D-ILA Reference Series
TypeHome cinema
ReleasedJanuary 2025
ResolutionDCI 4K
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Imaging technologyLCoS
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Brightness2,000 lm ANSI
Native contrast (on/off)40,000:1
Throw ratio1.34–2.14:1

A native 4096x2160 three-chip D-ILA projector with a laser light source rated 2,000 lm and 40,000:1 native contrast. It has an 80 mm motorized 1.6x lens with 70% vertical and 28% horizontal shift, HDR10+ and Frame Adapt HDR, and two 32 Gbps HDMI inputs. It is the entry model of JVC's Reference Series for dedicated home cinemas.

Data sheet

Picture

White light output2,000 lm ANSI
Claimed brightness (non-standard)2,000 lm
Imaging technologyLCoS
Chip / panel diagonal0.69 in
Panel alignmentZone-by-zone
Native resolutionDCI 4K (4096 × 2160)
Native aspect17:9Derived
Native contrast (on/off)40,000:1
Dynamic contrast methodLight-source dimming
Manual irisYes
Colour gamutRec. 709 100%
Colour bit depth (per channel)12 bit
Gamma / EOTF presets2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom
Colour temperature presetsD93, D65, D55, Custom
HDR formatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Tone mappingDynamic
Tone mapping (maker name)Frame Adapt HDR (Gen2) with Deep Black Tone Control
Colour management (CMS)6-axis
Picture mode memories4
Auto-calibrationSensor supported
Picture certificationsISF, Filmmaker Mode

Light source

Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
EmitterBlue laser + phosphor
Light engineBLU-Escent
Light-source life20,000 h
Light output controlSteps
Cool-down timeAbout 10 s

Optics

Throw ratio1.34–2.14:10 m2.5 m5 m7.5 m10 m60″80″100″120″150″200″100″ · 3.01–4.80 m
Image size60–200 in
ZoomOptical
Zoom ratio1.6×Derived
FocusMotorised
Vertical lens shift±70%
Horizontal lens shift±28%
Motorised lens shiftYes
Lens memory slots5
Lens elements15

Motion & gaming

Black frame insertionYes
Max input refresh4K UHD: 60 Hz

Inputs & control

HDMI inputs2 × HDMI (HDCP 2.3, 32 Gbps)
Max input resolutionDCI 4K
Control-system driversControl4

Smart platform

EthernetYes

Audio

Speakers0

Physical & installation

Dimensions (W × D × H)450 × 479 × 181 mm
Weight14,600 g
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, Rear
Ceiling mount4 × M5, 20–25 mm screws, 2 N·m
ExhaustRear

Environment & power

Operating temperature5–35°C
Operating humidity20–80%RH
Altitude2,000 m
Power draw280 W
Standby0.3 W
Networked standby1.5 W
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noise23 dB(A)

Safety & support

Laser classClass 1
Risk groupRG2
MarksFCC
Warranty🇺🇸 US 3 yr
User manualmanuals.jvckenwood.com

In the box

In the boxPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Lens cap
RemoteIR

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Variants & identifiers

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VariantRegionTypeCode
DLA-RS1200K, US🇺🇸 USMPNDLA-RS1200K
DLA-RS1200E, EU🇪🇺 EUMPNDLA-RS1200E

Sources

Also known as

DLA-RS1200E🇪🇺 EURegional model