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JVC DLA-VS2500ZG

1,200lumens
1920×1080native
1.4–2.8throw ratio
18.2 kgweight

The JVC DLA-VS2500ZG is a 0.70" D-ILA x 3 projector rated at 1,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.4–2.8:1. Released January 2015.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.4–2.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.8–5.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.2–8.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.6–11.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m7.0–14.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.4–16.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m11.2–22.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m14.0–28.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m16.8–33.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m21.0–42.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m28.0–56.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m35.0–70.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m42.0–84.0 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)107 m²13.8 × 7.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)21 m²6.2 × 3.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)7 m²3.6 × 2.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.5 × 1.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.9 × 1.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise48 dB
Best Used ForSimulation
Brightness1,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelHDMI 1.4b x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin
Contrast30,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 3840x2160
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.70" D-ILA x 3
FeaturesFrame Interpolation (MEMC) FCC A
Image Size49.17" - 393.38"
Included Lens2x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-34% & Vertical +/-80%
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours
MSRPn/a
Power290 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.05" x 17.91" x 18.58" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2015
Resolution1920x1080 4K w/pixel shifting
StatusShipping
Throw Distance10.0' - 40.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.40:1 - 2.80:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 576p, 480p
Warranty5 Years
Weight40.1 lbs

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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