? Overview
The JVC DLA-NZ9 is a flagship home theater projector engineered for high-end installations where image quality, longevity, and advanced features are paramount. It uses a blue laser light source (instead of a traditional lamp) and native 4K D-ILA panels, combined with an advanced 8K pixel-shifting system, delivering exceptional clarity, contrast, and color.
?️ Core Technologies
1. D-ILA Projection System
D-ILA (Direct-Drive Image Light Amplifier) is JVC’s proprietary take on LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon), combining the sharpness of LCD with the contrast of DLP. It’s known for:
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Deep blacks
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Smooth gradations
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Low pixel visibility (no “screen door” effect)
2. 8K e-shiftX Technology
While the native resolution is 4K (4096 × 2160), the NZ9 utilizes 8K e-shiftX, a four-direction pixel-shifting system that fires the image four times per frame to simulate 8192 × 4320 resolution. This enhances detail perception without the artifacts common in older pixel-shift designs.
3. BLU-Escent Laser Light Engine
This projector replaces the traditional lamp with a blue laser + phosphor system:
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Rated lifespan: ~20,000 hours
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Instant on/off
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Maintains brightness and color consistency far longer than UHP lamps
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Enables dynamic light control for better black levels and highlight clipping in HDR
? Color & Contrast
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Brightness: 3,000 lumens (very high for a D-ILA projector)
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Native contrast ratio: ~100,000:1
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Dynamic contrast: Effectively infinite due to dynamic laser dimming
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Color support: Wide color gamut approaching full DCI-P3 (using internal filter)
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HDR: Supports HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG
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HDR processing: Frame Adapt HDR dynamically adjusts tone mapping scene by scene for more accurate HDR reproduction
? Optics & Lens System
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Lens: 100 mm, all-glass lens with 18 elements in 16 groups
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Zoom: 2x motorized zoom
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Throw ratio: 1.35 – 2.75:1
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Lens shift: ±100% vertical, ±43% horizontal (motorized with memory presets)
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Focus: Motorized with memory
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Image masking and geometry controls: Includes electronic masking, keystone, and installation modes
This premium lens is critical in maintaining edge-to-edge sharpness, especially when using lens shift or large zoom ranges.
? Gaming & Input Support
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HDMI 2.1 (48 Gbps): Handles up to 8K @ 60 Hz and 4K @ 120 Hz
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Low Latency Mode: Reduces input lag for gaming
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Motion handling: Features frame interpolation (Clear Motion Drive) and Motion Enhance to improve fast content clarity
Ideal for high-end gaming setups that demand fluid visuals and minimal delay.
? Processing & Features
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Auto Calibration (with external sensor)
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Color Management System (6-axis)
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Gamma, white balance, grayscale controls
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Installation Modes (up to 10 presets for lens, zoom, shift, mask, etc.)
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ISFccc Certified: Supports ISF day/night calibrations
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3D Ready: Supports active shutter 3D with optional emitter and glasses
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Anamorphic Lens Support: Includes stretch modes for cinemascope screens
? Connectivity
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2 × HDMI 2.1 (48 Gbps)
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LAN (Ethernet)
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USB (for firmware)
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RS-232C
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12V trigger output
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IR and wired remote support
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3D sync port
? Size, Weight, Power
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Dimensions (W × H × D): 500 × 234 × 528 mm (≈19.7" × 9.2" × 20.8")
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Weight: 25.3 kg (~55.8 lbs)
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Shipping weight: ~30.7 kg (~67.7 lbs)
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Power consumption: ~440 W in standard operation
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Fan noise: ~24 dB in quiet mode
This is a large, heavy projector best suited for ceiling or pedestal mounting in dedicated theaters.
✅ Best For
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Premium, dark-room home theaters
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Projection onto large screens (up to 200"+)
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Reference-level HDR movie watching
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High-end 4K/120Hz gaming setups
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Professional installers & enthusiasts
