D-ILA

JVC today introduced an entry-level home theater projector, the DLA-HD250/250Pro. But unlike most entry-level models, this projector features D-ILA technology, delivers 25,000:1 native contrast ratio and 1,000 ANSI lumens brightness – for under $3000. A steal, considering D-ILA projectors (until now) run upwards of $10,000.

The DLA-HD250/250Pro utilizes three 0.7-inch 1920x1080 D-ILA devices, JVC's wire-grid optical engine, and an advanced HQV Reon-VX video processor by Silicon Optix. It also has a 2x motorized zoom lens with auto dust cover, on-screen, customizable gamma control and ultra-quiet (19dB) operation.

"JVC projectors have been widely acclaimed for their performance, but they've remained out of reach for home theater enthusiasts with a limited budget," said Gary Klasmeier, product engineering manager, D-ILA Systems, JVC Professional Products. "With this new projector we bring D-ILA's remarkable film-like image quality and impressive native contrast to an entirely new market segment."

The DLA-HD250/250Pro will be available later this month for $2,995. Get more information at www.jvc.com.