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Optoma hd70

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The HD70 DLP is a projector used for the home theater with a native resolution of 720p, created by Optoma. It uses high definition technologies and the technology of color processing by Brilliant Color. It has the ability to give an excellent projected image without having its performance compromised.

Features

The brightness of the Optoma HD70 Home Theater Projector is 1000 ANSI lumens, with a contrast ratio of 4000 is to 1 using ImageAI technology. This technology enables the intensity of light output to be adjusted to excellent contrast levels. Its native widescreen display has an aspect ratio of 16 is to 9. The noise level of this projector is only at 28 decibels to make sure that it does not cause much noise and disturbance. The dimensions of the projector are at 10.4 inches for its width, 10.1 inches for its depth, and 3.7 inches for its height.

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Display Technology
    Single 0.62" DarkChip2™ DLP® Technology by Texas Instruments
  • Brightness
    1000 ANSI Lumens
  • Resolution
    Native 720p (1280x720)
  • Contrast Ratio
    4000:1 in ImageAI Mode
  • Lamp Type and Life
    200W
  • Dimensions (W x H x D)
    10.4” x 3.7” x 10.1”
  • Image Size
    33.55” to 310”
  • Projection Distance
    4.28’ to 32.8’
  • Throw Ratio
    1.58-1.9:1 (Distance/Width)
  • Aspect Ratio
    Native 16:9, with 4:3, LBX Support

Review Summary

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The Optoma HD70 is a native 720p, high-definition home theater DLP® projector.  By incorporating the finest HD technologies, the Optoma HD70 delivers vivid images and amazing color clarity.  With o…

  1. Reviewer: Projector Central
    04 April 2008
    Overall 9
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    Features 7
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    Ease of use 9
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    Performance 9
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    Every year, projectors get less expensive. And every year, there is a projector that pushes the price/performance envelope, trying to give the consumer more for less. The HD65 is such a projector. This sub-$1000 powerhouse cranks out nearly 1200 ANSI lumens while maintaining good ANSI contrast and color balance. It is a perfect choice for watching HDTV programming, using video game consoles, or simply watching a movie with a few lights on. Placement flexibility is sub... Read more

  2. Reviewer: Wired
    15 April 2007
    Overall 8
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    You’ve got to hand it to Optoma: This compact DLP projector so severely undercuts the competition, it alters the category’s price-performance curve. The HD70 fires an impressively sharp, high-contrast, hi-def image onto your flat surface of choice, and it does so for under a grand. The unit skimps a bit on video inputs, but all in all, this is a superb projector that may make you wish you hadn’t spent twice as much on that 50-inch LCD. Read more

  3. Optoma HD70 DLP Projector

    Reviewer: hometheatermag.com
    16 November 2006
    Overall 9
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    Value for money 9
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    Features 9
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    Performance 9
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    Sure, 1080p is getting all the buzz, but even the cheapest 1080p displays are still really pricey. For example, the lowest-priced 1080p projector is 4.5 times the price of this little Optoma. The HD70, while "only" 720p, has a distinction all its own that makes it one of the coolest products to come out in months: It's the lowest-priced HD projector ever. Read more

  4. Optoma HD70 Home Theater Projector Review - Overview

    Reviewer: Projector reviews
    14 November 2006

    I can easily argue that other projectors can match the HD70's price/performance. The thing is, there is always a projector or two offering great price performance in any given price range. Review continues below this advertisement. document.write('<SCR'+'IPT src="http://projectorreviews.advertserve.com/advertpro/servlet/view/banner/javascript/zone?zid=32&pid=0&random='+Math.floor(89999999*Math.random()+10000000)+'&millis='+new Date().getTime()+'" language="JavaScript"... Read more

  1. Reviewer: Paul, Projector Central
    31 March 2008
    Overall 8
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    Value for money 10
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    Features 8
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    Ease of use 8
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    Picture quality 10
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    Paid 799 on sale for this unit. I love it. I play xbox 360 90% of time, and kicks some serious ass. This is my first projector, and I realized there are some benefits to having a TV. But after you get used to the longer installation process, and having to control light in your room (i.e. buy curtains), there is no going back to TV. I bought a relatively cheap pull down screen, and the image quality is amazing. The only HD source I have is an Xbox 360, and the HD70 tru... Read more

  2. Excellent buy

    Reviewer: BruceS, circuitcity.com
    28 December 2007
    Overall 10
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    Value for money 10
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    Features 10
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    For the faint at heart...I know that there are a lot o 1080p projectors out there, but you do not have to pay that kind of price for a good projector. Here we go....I have a toshiba hd-a20 (1080p) with the optoma hd70. I downscaled the hd-dvd to 1080i (you can also choose 720p , but I prefer 1080i). Results: King Kong is just as sharp as was on my samsung 56' 1080p dlp that I'm now trying to sell. Harry Potter ( the last one on dvd) during the fight seen between the t... Read more

  3. Great Buy for a Movie Projector

    Reviewer: Daniel R. Krattli, Amazon
    09 September 2007
    Overall 10
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    I am very pleased with this projector. I've been waiting for quite a while to purchase a projector for the quality level to reach the right price point. It's pretty bright, works well with my laptop (powerbook g4), and displays beautifully. My needs are pretty simple, I want to watch DVDs in large widescreen, and this projector met those needs with 5 stars! Additionally cool are the adjustable pegs on the bottom of the projector to adjust tilt. This makes it really ea... Read more

  4. Instant home theater on a budget

    Reviewer: PeterA, Dell
    15 May 2007
    Overall 10
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    Ease of use 10
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    I have friends who have spent 3 times more for a screen this half this size or less. I had to wait a bit to get the projector but believe me it was worth the wait. .. Read more

  1. [Other Peripherals] Wall-Sized 3D Displays: The Ultimate Gaming Room

    I am thinking about buying the optoma HD70 beamer. Will it work with the eDimension glasses ?

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  2. Can't figure out how many hours on projector

    Some newer projectors have a countdown of hours used. I just purchased an Optoma HD70 that has a bar graph showing the approximate life of the current bulb. Check through the advanced setup menu for yours and see if there is a bulb life meter or something similar.

    forum.hometheater.com: Read more

  3. Ready to create my home theater -- HELP!!

    I looked at the Optoma HD70 and decided to buy that one with a 100" widescreen projection screen. There is a sale going on right now (rebate on both) so that will cost about $1000, leaving about $800-$1000. Can you recommend some speakers?

    forum.hometheater.com: Read more

  4. Dedicated HT Project-Need advice

    The Optoma HD70 is a great 720p projector and is DLP. At first it took some burn in time but now the colours and picture are incredible. I have a small screen by comparison -- 73". Built it for about $40 in about 2 hours time. good luck

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  5. Official Playstation 3 Blu-Ray player Thread

    Quote: Originally Posted by drobbins Will it work well connected HDMI to an Optoma HD70 projector (720P)? Does it support an IR remote? If not does the controller operate the DVD menus? Is its internet access wireless only? What are the issues playing PS2 games? What id the difference (briefly) between the HDMI audio and the optical?

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