Optoma DW318 Projector

[daxster]

iv'e been researching for any info on this projector, i'e seen it for sale on a site for £419. im not that much technically in the know about projectors i would appreciate any comments info on this product or similar HD projectors. im hoping to buy a 90" screen with this projector as well.

[WRATH OF BOD]

THIS IS ALL I COULD FIND
its a brand i never come across..
i dont think it does 1080p only 720 1080i
amazon £399
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00337CXV...SIN=B00337CXVQ
Summary

Product DescriptionOptoma DW318 - DLP Projector
Device TypeDLP Projector - High Definition 720p
Built-in DevicesSpeaker
Dimensions (WxDxH)28.6 cm x 19.2 cm x 8.4 cm
Weight2.3 kg
Image Brightness2500 ANSI lumens
Image Contrast Ratio2500:1
ResolutionWXGA (1280 x 800)
Native Aspect RatioWidescreen
Colour Support16.7 million colors
Bulb type185 Watt
Bulb life cycle3000 hour(s) / 4000 hour(s) (economic mode)
Video InputRGB, S-Video, composite video, component video ( PAL-B/G, PAL-N, PAL-M, PAL-I, NTSC 4.43, NTSC 3.58, PAL-D, SECAM L, PAL-H, SECAM K1, SECAM D/K, SECAM B/G, M-NTSC )
Digital Video StandardHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Video Modes480p, 720p, 1080i, 480i, 576i, 576p
Video OutputRGB
Audio OutputSpeaker(s) - integrated
Sound Output ModeMono 2 Watt
Input DeviceRemote control
PowerAC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Power Consumption Operational233 Watt

Detail

General
Device TypeDLP Projector - High Definition 720p
Built-in DevicesSpeaker
Width28.6 cm
Depth19.2 cm
Height8.4 cm
Weight2.3 kg
Projector / Panel
Image Brightness2500 ANSI lumens
Image Contrast Ratio2500:1
Image Size83 cm - 913 cm
Projection Distance1.2 m - 12 m
Throw Ratio1.55 - 1.7:1
Uniformity80 %
ResolutionWXGA (1280 x 800) (native) / 1600 x 1200 (resized)
Native Aspect RatioWidescreen
Colour Support16.7 million colors
Max Sync Rate (V x H)85 Hz x 91.1 kHz
Bulb type185 Watt
Bulb life cycle3000 hour(s) / 4000 hour(s) (economic mode)
FeaturesHigh-bandwidth Digital Content Protection System (HDCP), BrilliantColor
Projector Lens System
Lens ApertureF/2.5-2.67
Zoom TypeManual
Zoom Factor1.1x
Keystone Correction DirectionVertical
Vertical Keystone Correction-40 / +40
Video Input
Analogue Video FormatPAL-B/G, PAL-N, PAL-M, PAL-I, NTSC 4.43, NTSC 3.58, PAL-D, SECAM L, PAL-H, SECAM K1, SECAM D/K, SECAM B/G, M-NTSC
Analogue video SignalRGB, S-Video, composite video, component video
Digital Video StandardHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Video Modes480p, 720p, 1080i, 480i, 576i, 576p
Video Output
Analogue Video SignalRGB
Audio Output
TypeSpeaker(s) - integrated
Sound Output ModeMono
Output Power / Channel2 Watt
Input Device
TypeRemote control - external - wireless
Movement Detection TechnologyInfrared
Expansion / Connectivity
Interfaces1 x component video / RGB / SCART - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) , 1 x S-video input - 4 PIN mini-DIN , 1 x audio line-in - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm , 1 x audio line-out - mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm , 1 x serial RS-232 ( management ) , 1 x VGA output - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) , 1 x composite video input - RCA
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesCarrying case, lens cover
Security FeaturesSecurity lock slot (cable lock sold separately), password protection
Compliant StandardsRoHS
Power
Power DevicePower supply - internal
Voltage RequiredAC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Power Consumption Operational233 Watt
Power Consumption Operational ( Standby )1 Watt
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature5 °C
Max Operating Temperature40 °C
Sound Emission30 dB
Sound Emission (Economic Mode)28 dB
http://projectorshop24.co.uk/optoma-...-dw318-3d.html

[daxster]

can you tell me what Resolution WXGA, means and ive never bought from amazon is it safe on line shopping, and could this projector work with sky 3D.

[gandalf72]

Dont know much about the WXGA other than is that not what resolution it can handle up to? Amazon is very good to deal with I have bought loads from them and had no issues.

Came accross this

Acronym Actual Resolution
VGA 640 x 480
SVGA 800 x 600
XGA 1024 x 768
WXGA 1366 x 768
SXGA 1280 x 1024
UXGA 1600 x 1200
QXGA 2048 x 1536


Best of luck with your purchase.

[reverend]

Mate if you can wait a few days I might be buying a new one and if so I'll have one up for grabs that I bought off here a few months back?

[reverend]

Oh as for the 3D it might be worth waiting as a few companies are using different methods - not sure what will work with the Sky 3D box yet.

They've announced a load of new 3D projectors at IFA - the 1080P ones are crazy money though and there were good and bad reports.