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Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
Just noticed on the Optoma UK web site of this model home cinema projector.
Are there any reviews or prices for this projector available and is this HD65 the future replacement model for the HD70 ?
I have downloaded the HD65 product brochure from Optoma web site and the specs looks favorable against the HD70  .
Might be tempted on this machine if the price is competitive.
Click here for details http://www.optoma.co.uk/projectordet...Cinema&PC=HD65
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05-12-2007, 11:02 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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05-12-2007, 11:35 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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Thanks for the feedback.
The reviews and screen shots on the AVS site seems pretty good.
For £499 at PC World,might be tempted to pick up one at the weekend has a temporary stop gap for a year or so until 1080p projectors are more affordable.
Cheers
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06-12-2007, 11:18 AM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
There is a HD71 coming up.
This will be a light canon and more of a crossover projector.
http://www.optomausa.com/PressReleas...sp?Press_id=42
HD71 Features
Native 720p resolution. Possibly DC2
2400 lumens
4000:1 contrast ratio (in ImageAI mode)
HDMI 1.3, DVI, component, composite, s-video and VGA
Built-in 2-watt speaker 
estimated Street Price of $1299 UK £ 700-800??
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07-12-2007, 11:27 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
Hello, I'm thinking of buying an HD65 tomorrow. I've considered the Panasonic AX100 but its £200 more and I cannot see what extra you get for your money - Any thoughts? Also, the bulbs for the Panasonic are £250+.
Does anybody know if anywhere else in the UK sells the HD65 apart from PCWorld? Also, what are the cost of the bulbs?
Thanks.
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08-12-2007, 10:37 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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Thanks.
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09-12-2007, 10:52 AM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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Originally Posted by anibap
There is a HD71 coming up.
This will be a light canon and more of a crossover projector.
http://www.optomausa.com/PressReleas...sp?Press_id=42
HD71 Features
Native 720p resolution. Possibly DC2
2400 lumens
4000:1 contrast ratio (in ImageAI mode)
HDMI 1.3, DVI, component, composite, s-video and VGA
Built-in 2-watt speaker
estimated Street Price of $1299 UK £ 700-800?? |
The HD71 Really is a light cannon. 2400 Lumens is really going for it. Can't image it will be 23db or less though.
Overall all though looks like some good new contenders in the 720P market.
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09-12-2007, 7:32 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
Thinking of getting a HD65 or HD70 may wait and see if there any cheaper prices in sales.
Can anyone advise a suitable screen for these projector.
I would prefer something which I could put up and take down as I dont think a permanent screen arrangement would please the other half.
thanks for any advice
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09-12-2007, 8:05 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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Can anyone advise a suitable screen for these projector.
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Use the living room wall (magnolia works fine).
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09-12-2007, 10:11 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
Thanks for advice I had thought of painting the walls.
The room is 23' by 13' with each long end being a 10' window.
Therefore if I used a painted wall the most I could come back from the screen width ways would be 13' not sure how big the screen size could then be?
I thought it would be better to use the length of the room, which then brings in the issue of the windows and the need for a screen
Open to advice though
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09-12-2007, 10:16 PM
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09-12-2007, 10:20 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
Is there a slight bowing effect being seen here?
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09-12-2007, 10:31 PM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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Is there a slight bowing effect being seen here?
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I haven't had chance yet to level and set up the projector properly,the image on the screen needs further adjustment.
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10-12-2007, 7:05 AM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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They look great to me
what is the projected screen size and how far away is the projector from the screen to achieve these results
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10-12-2007, 7:52 AM
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Re: Optoma Hd65 Hc Projector
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They look great to me
what is the projected screen size and how far away is the projector from the screen to achieve these results
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The Screen is 80" 16:9 white with a gain of 1.0 and the projector is approx 8ft away on a temporary table top stand approx 500mm high off the floor, center of the screen.
If possible, i would suggest that if anybody is interested in the HD65, please arrange a demo with any dealers that are going to stock this projector ,to find out if it meets your needs and you are happy with the picture quality it displays.
Do not use these screenshots to make you decide on your future purchase,the photo's are just some informative fun.
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