About The JVC DLA-NZ900 8K Laser Projector
The DLA-NZ900 is JVC's flagship home theatre projector designed to deliver the ultimate cinematic experience. It combines advanced laser technology, native 4K resolution, and an array of intelligent features to produce stunning 8K visuals, deep contrast, and vibrant colours. Whether you're watching movies, playing high-frame-rate games, or streaming in HDR, the DLA-NZ900 offers superior performance in image quality, brightness, and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for high-end home theatres or professional installations.
Third-Generation, Native 4K D-ILA Device: D-ILA device is the heart of projectors that plays an important role in projecting beautiful images. Device perfection continues to date – the third generation (Gen3) 0.69-inch native 4K D-ILA device has improved its alignment control of liquid crystals and enhanced the flatness of image pixels to offer 1.5-times the native contrast ratio on the DLA-NZ900 compared to the Gen2 device.
Unparalleled Black Level and High Luminance: The DLA-NZ900 boasts the industry's highest native contrast of 150,000:1 with the Gen3 0.69-inch 4K D-ILA device and wire-grid optical engine, however in combination with the dynamic laser light control, which analyses the incoming video signal to automatically control the amount of outgoing laser light, a dynamic contrast level of ∞:1 (infinity to 1) can be achieved in scenes with pitch blackness by completely shutting off the light source.
BLU-Escent Laser Light Source for Exceptional Brightness: Another essential aspect of projectors lies in their light source. The DLA-NZ900 D-ILA projector features a "BLU-Escent Laser" light source to achieve exceptional peak brightness of 3,300 lumens with longevity of 20,000 hours. Power efficiency improvements made on the BLU-Escent Laser also contributes to saving power.
8K Resolution Display with Gen2 8K/e-shiftX: Combining "e-shift technology" – a high-resolution display technology that doubles the resolution by shifting a pixel by 0.5 pixels in four directions up, down, left, and right – and "native 4K D-ILA devices", the second generation 8K/e-shiftX has made significant progress. Featuring the latest scaling engine, the Gen2 8K/e-shiftX drastically improves the projector's sharpness and detail across a wide range of content.
8K60p Input for 8K Content, 4K120p Input for Games and More: This 8K projector support a variety of inputs including full 48Gbps 8K60p. By adopting LSIs developed with the latest technology, it is now possible to process four times the amount of information from input to D-ILA device instantly and correctly display 8K signals. As a result, users can enjoy stable high-quality 8K images at all times. Also, using the 4K120p input with the Low Latency Mode further improves response to the player's rapid operations for displaying high frame-rate gaming content on large screens.
All-Glass Lens System Designed for 8K Projectors: The DLA-NZ900 is equipped with an 18-element, 16-group 100-mm all-glass lens featuring a full aluminium lens barrel. To project high-resolution 8K images to every corner of the screen, the projector incorporates five ED lenses calibrated for differences in the R/G/B refractive index to reduce chromatic aberration and colour fringing when lens shift kicks in to deliver precise reproduction of 4K- or 8K-resolution projection.
HDR Drastically Improves Expressive Power of Images: When it comes to reproducing the rich video information of HDR content, rely on the new D-ILA projectors as these models support all HDR formats including HDR10 for Blu-ray and streaming, HLG for broadcasting, and the HDR10+ with dynamic metadata compatibility. The projectors' improvements for higher brightness and contrast have helped to achieve a wider dynamic range, allowing users to enjoy an immersive experience with HDR images full of reality.
Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR Function: The Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR function's latest proprietary algorithm instantaneously analyses the maximum brightness of an HDR10 content per scene or frame and performs real-time tone mapping to optimal dynamic range for high-definition video projection. The proprietary algorithm's improved tone curve selection also reproduces HDR images with a wider dynamic range that are brighter and more colourful.
DML (Display Mastering Luminance) for Better HDR Experience: DML (Max Display Mastering Luminance) metadata, which represents the nit level of the professional monitor used to grade the movie to the director's standards, is used to set the dynamic range of the title for improved HDR tone mapping. Both DML and MaxCLL values are used for the HDR levels.
Vivid Reproduction of HDR Sources Containing Wide Colour Gamut: Even when HDR content using a wide colour gamut equivalent to BT.709 and DCI-P3 is projected on this projector, the original cinema filter combined with the BLU-Escent Laser work together to reproduce rich colours, such as the gradations of the sky and ocean, the contrast of red roses, or a row of fresh green trees.
Deeper Blacks for Richer Gradation: The new Deep Black Tone Control on the Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR with a new algorithm further subdues tones in dark areas to achieve more realistic darkness. This function maximizes the dynamic range of the new-generation 4K D-ILA devices and delivers images with more contrast than ever before. Scenes with light and dark shades such as nightscapes can be projected with greater realism.
Picture Mode "Vivid": To reproduce content with a narrow dynamic range in more saturated colours, conventional Natural mode has been improved to the new "Vivid" mode. This mode is excellent for projecting classic SDR works with greater vividness that are yet popular in streaming content and gaming CGs.
Recreating the Creator's Original Intentions: FILMMAKER MODE™ was developed by the UHD Alliance with the aim of faithfully reproducing the filmmakers' intensions in the home. When using the mode, picture quality adjustments such as frame interpolation and noise reduction are turned off, and the colour temperature is set to D65 (6500K), allowing users to enjoy movies and documentaries with picture quality that is faithful to the original master.
Our Take
The JVC DLA-NZ900 is a flagship home theatre projector that redefines cinematic excellence with cutting-edge technology. At its core, the third-generation 0.69-inch native 4K D-ILA device enhances contrast and image sharpness, delivering an industry-leading native contrast ratio of 150,000:1, with infinite dynamic contrast thanks to laser light control. Its BLU-Escent Laser light source ensures exceptional brightness at 3,300 lumens with a 20,000-hour lifespan. The advanced Gen2 8K/e-shiftX technology produces razor-sharp 8K visuals, while 8K60p and 4K120p input support make it perfect for high-frame-rate gaming and ultra-high-definition content. An 18-element, 100mm all-glass lens system ensures precise 8K projection, reducing chromatic aberrations. Supporting HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG, along with the Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR function, the DLA-NZ900 masterfully handles high dynamic range content for breathtaking realism. Features like FILMMAKER MODE™ and Deep Black Tone Control further enhance image accuracy, making this projector an elite choice for home theatres and professional installations alike.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: 8K Laser Projector
- Three 0.69" D-ILA panels with Full Digital Cinema 4K resolution (4,096 x 2,160 pixels each)
- 4-phase 8K e-shiftX yields an 8K projected image (over 35 million pixels)
- BLU-Escent laser diode/phosphor light engine delivers ultra-pure light with zero maintenance
- High Dynamic Range (HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG) for extended picture contrast and brightness with HDR sources
- Theatre Optimizer fine-tunes HDR based on projector settings and installation characteristics
- Second-generation Frame Adapt feature automatically optimizes HDR10 content with real-time tone mapping for a brighter, more colourful image
- Deep Black Tone Control displays dark areas more realistically
- Widescreen 16:9/17:9 Aspect Ratio
- Recommended Image Size: 60" to 300"
- Light Output: 3,300 Lumens
- Native Contrast: 150,000:1
- 18-element, 16-group all-glass 100mm lens provides superb sharpness and edge-to-edge focus
- Clear Motion Drive frame interpolation with Motion Enhance reduces blur and judder and makes motion look smoother
- Wide colour gamut — covers 98% of DCI P3 standard
- Filmmaker Mode automatically adjusts picture settings to preserve the director's intent
- Colour management system with 6-axis matrix
- 101-step luminance control slider
- Low Latency Mode suppresses display delay for faster response with signals from PCs and game consoles
Image Adjustments
- 2X powered zoom/focus lens
- ±43% horizontal and ±100% vertical powered lens shift image adjustment
- Installation Mode lets you easily customize and store 10 unique combinations of picture settings/lens positions
- ISF C3 (Certified Calibration Controls) for use in professional calibration
Connections
- 2 HDMI 2.1 inputs
- Both inputs accept 8K/60p and 4K/120p signals
- Both inputs are HDCP 2.3 compatible
- Use an HDMI 2.1 cable to ensure the best possible picture quality
- Does not support CEC (remote control via HDMI)
- RJ-45 LAN port for controlling the projector via a network connection
- USB Type-A input for firmware updates
- RS-232C port for external control of the projector via compatible computer or third-party control device
- 5mm 12V trigger output for controlling a motorized screen or other device
- 3-pin mini-DIN connector for use with optional 3D sync emitter
- Removable Power Cable: Upgrade to a Premium Power Cable for better performance
General
- Laser diode light source lasts up to 20,000 hours
- Ultra-quiet cooling fan (24 dB)
- This projector does not include any type of built-in TV tuner
- Can be placed on a tabletop or ceiling-mounted projector bracket (sold separately)
- Finish: Black
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 500 x 234 x 528 mm
- Weight: 25.3 kg
- Projector Warranty: 3 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.