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JVC DLA-VS3000

1,600lumens
4096×2160native
0.94–2.54throw ratio
22.7 kgweight

The JVC DLA-VS3000 is a 0.69" D-ILA x 3 projector rated at 1,600 lumens with a native resolution of 4096×2160. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours. 2 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.94:1 to 2.54:1. Released April 2019.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (1.89:1 (4K HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightGL-MZ4009SZ Short Zoom
0.94–1.3:1
GL-MZ4014SZ Standard Zoom
1.27–2.54:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.05 m1.9–2.6 m2.5–5.1 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.58 m2.8–3.9 m3.8–7.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.11 m3.8–5.2 m5.1–10.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.64 m4.7–6.5 m6.3–12.7 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.16 m5.6–7.8 m7.6–15.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.22 m7.5–10.4 m10.2–20.3 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.27 m9.4–13.0 m12.7–25.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.33 m11.3–15.6 m15.2–30.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)7.91 m14.1–19.5 m19.1–38.1 m
20 m (65.6 ft)10.55 m18.8–26.0 m25.4–50.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)13.18 m23.5–32.5 m31.8–63.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)15.82 m28.2–39.0 m38.1–76.2 m

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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)142 m²16.4 × 8.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)28 m²7.3 × 3.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)9 m²4.2 × 2.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)5 m²3.0 × 1.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)3 m²2.3 × 1.2 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio1.89:1 (4K HD)
Audible Noise35 dB
Best Used ForSimulation
Brightness1,600 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,280 Lumens (Eco)
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelDisplayPort x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A
Contrast15,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 4096x2160
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.69" D-ILA x 3
FeaturesFrame Interpolation (MEMC) HDR FCC A
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours
MSRPn/a
Power500 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size8.46" x 19.70" x 20.40" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2019
Resolution4096x2160
StatusShipping
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60
Warranty5 Years
Weight50.0 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
GL-MZ4009SZ Short Zoom0.94–1.3:19.4–13.0 m
GL-MZ4014SZ Standard Zoom1.27–2.54:112.7–25.4 m

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