Barco Bragi 16:9 HDR Projector
Bragi takes its name from a historical ninth-century poet. His poems were so outstandingly artful and moving that subsequent generations imagined that, upon his death, Odin had appointed him the court poet of Valhalla. Bragi is also Balder's brother and inherited as such Balder's design language including, optical core and lenses. Bragi has the same PULSE electronic and software platform powered by a revolutionary new high lumens density (HLD) RGB LED light engine.
Professional-Grade Optics: By basing Bragi's optical engine on its bigger brother's architecture, incorporating custom designed aspherical glass elements and enhanced low dispersion glass lenses, image quality is in a class of its own. To top that, Bragi's chassis and core is built in aluminium and magnesium, which offer exceptional robustness and 23kg of pure quality. The result is the best picture quality ever shown at this level.
State-Of-The-Art Electronics: Thanks to Barco's unique single step processing technology, Pulse electronics are designed to process 4K UHD, HDMI 2.0a, HDCP 2.2 and HDR10 signals with extremely low latency. Bragi uses the very latest 0.9" DMD DLP chipset, to display flawless 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160 pixels), 16:9 aspect ratio images on screen.
Colours: Combining HLD LED illumination with regular LED colours which appear more saturated, the human eye is tricked to interpret this as richer, brighter colours. Bragi also includes a motorized DCI/P3 filter for improved HDR colour accuracy.
Additionally, Barco's RealColor processing enables simple and accurate calibration to your desired colour gamut or white point.
Prospector: Barco's web interface, Prospector, provides quick and simple configuration and calibration of Pulse projectors, along with monitoring and diagnostic tools. Pulse Prospector is available in all the Pulse based products.
Illumination: Bragi's Light engine is not using lamps or lasers, it is using LED's, more correctly ColorSpark HLD LED's. These HLD RGB LED's are used in a new engine developed by Barco. This technology emits four times the light of regular LED technology.
Warp & Blend: Warping is the process of digitally manipulating an image to compensate for alignment distortions. Blending allows multiple projectors to be seamlessly combined to create unique digital canvas solutions.
RealColor: RealColor is Barco's proprietary colour management system, enabling simple and accurate calibration to your desired colour gamut or white point.
Latency: Low latency is desirable to achieve that smoother gameplay and user experience we all want, without input lag. If latency is >30ms, your gaming experience will be compromised, Barco's latency is <20ms (including all image processing).
About Barco
Barco, a global technology company, has a rich history dating back to its foundation in 1934 in Belgium. Founder Lucien de Puydt's initial business was to assemble radios from parts imported from the United States-hence the name of his company, the Belgium American Radio Corporation, or "Barco". Barco quickly evolved and diversified its portfolio to become a leading player in visualization and display solutions. In the early years, the company focused on the development of innovative technologies, including the creation of the first European television broadcast receiver. Over the decades, Barco continued to expand its expertise, entering the professional audio-visual market and gaining prominence in sectors such as healthcare, entertainment, and enterprise.
One pivotal moment in Barco's history occurred in the 1980s when the company pioneered the development of high-resolution projection systems. This breakthrough positioned Barco as a key player in the visualization industry, and its cutting-edge technologies became integral to various applications, from large-scale events and digital cinema to medical imaging and command centres. Throughout its history, Barco has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation and quality, earning a reputation for delivering state-of-the-art visual solutions that meet the evolving needs of diverse industries worldwide. Today, Barco stands as a global leader in visualization technology, contributing to the advancement of display solutions that enhance communication, collaboration, and engagement across different sectors.
Our Take On The Barco Bragi Projector
The Barco Bragi Projector is a cinematic marvel named after a ninth-century poet, Bragi, known for his artful and moving poems. Bragi boasts professional-grade optics with custom-designed aspherical glass elements and low dispersion glass lenses. The chassis and core are constructed from robust aluminium and magnesium, ensuring exceptional quality. Powered by the revolutionary high lumens density (HLD) RGB LED light engine, Bragi delivers unparalleled image quality. With a state-of-the-art electronics system, it processes 4K UHD, HDMI 2.0a, HDCP 2.2, and HDR10 signals with extremely low latency, supported by the latest 0.9" DMD DLP chipset. The combination of HLD LED illumination and regular LED colours creates vibrant visuals, enhanced by a motorized DCI/P3 filter for improved HDR colour accuracy. With the Prospector web interface for easy configuration and calibration, Bragi redefines the standard for 16:9 cinema projectors at its price point, offering a captivating viewing experience.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Ultra High Performance 16:9 HDR Projector
- Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160 Pixels @ 60Hz
- Display Technology: DLP - 0.9" Single Chip DMD
- Housing: Sealed DMDs and optical assembly
- Input Compatibility: up to 4K UHD
- Light Output: Up to 2,600 lumens
- Contrast: 450 : 1 ANSI Contrast
- Light Engine: Solid State RGB LED
- LED Life
- 50,000 hours -> 100% to 50% Brightness
- 75,000 hours -> 75% to 50% Brightness
- Lenses (Choose 1 Lens)
- 70 - 2.50 : 1 (EN61) included in RRP
- 21 - 1.70 : 1 (EN63) included in RRP
- 80 - 1.21 : 1 (EN66) extra $2,995
- 90 - 1.30 : 1 (EN76) extra $8,195
- 30 : 1 (EN68) POA
- 41 : 1 (UST 90 degree lens) POA
- 65 : 1 (EN67) POA
- 50 - 4.60 : 1 (EN44) POA
- 50 - 9.10 : 1 (EN69) POA
- Lens Shift Range: Varies depending on lens
- Inputs: HDMI 2.0, 2x DP, 2x dual link DVII, HDBaseT
- Control: RJ 45 Ethernet, DMX in/out, RS232 in, 2x USB, 12V out
- Control Drivers: Control4, Crestron, RTI and Savant
- 3D: Active Stereoscopic 3D Sync 3-pin DIN, BNC
- BTU (British Thermal Units) per Hour: 1,707 BTU/h typical, 1,945 BTU/h max
- Noise Level (typical at 25°C/77°F): 30-33 dB(A)
- Operating Temperature: 10 - 45°C (sea level)
- Operating Humidity: 20 - 80% RH
- Installation: Free Rotation
- Certifications: CE, FCC Class A and cCSAus
- Power Requirements: 110 - 240 V / 50-60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 500 W typical, 570 W maximum
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 450 x 255 x 482mm (including feet / excluding lens)
- Weight: 21.5 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited 3 Years Parts & Labour (extendable up to 5 Years)
Note: All Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.