- World’s smallest native 4K projector
- Redesigned optical unit, lens, and circuit boards
- Native 4K resolution (4096×2160)
- Industry’s highest native contrast with the 3rd Gen 0.69-inch 4K D-ILA device and wire-grid optical engine
- Native Contrast Ratio of 40,000:1, Dynamic contrast level of ∞:1 (infinity to 1)
- Newly designed large aperture (80mm, 11-groups, 15-lenses) 4K lens
- 2,000 lumens light output
- BLU-Escent Laser light source with longevity of 20,000 hours
- HDR10+, Theater Optimizer, FILMMAKER MODE™, ISF C3 mode, 2nd Gen Frame Adapt HDR
- Made in Japan
The JVC DLA-NZ500 is a cutting-edge 4K home theater projector designed to deliver an exceptional cinematic experience.
All Components Redesigned – The optical unit, lens, and circuit board have all been redesigned to achieve the world’s smallest native 4K projector.
Featuring JVC’s advanced D-ILA technology and native 4K resolution, it offers stunning clarity, contrast, and vibrant color reproduction.
With a high dynamic range (HDR) and a wide color gamut, the NZ900 brings movies, sports, and games to life with remarkable detail and depth.
Its versatile connectivity options and intuitive setup make it perfect for both casual viewers and serious home theater enthusiasts.
**Made in Japan.
JVC’s proprietary laser light source technology, Blu-Escent, uses a blue laser diode as the light source, with laser life expectancy of approximately 20,000 hours.
The DLA-NZ500 achieves a high brightness of 2,000lm.
The JVC DLA-NZ500 (and NZ700) features a completely redesigned chassis that reduces its volume by approximately 35% compared to previous models like the DLA-NZ7, making it the world’s smallest native 4K D-ILA laser projector. This compact design enhances installation flexibility in smaller, non-dedicated rooms.
The Frame Adapt HDR function, which uses a proprietary algorithm to instantaneously analyze the maximum brightness of any HDR10 content per scene or per frame and perform real-time tone mapping to optimal dynamic range for video projection, has evolved into the second generation (Gen2).
The algorithm for tone mapping has been fully reexamined to achieve HDR images with higher definition. Furthermore, the proprietary algorithm for tone curve selection has also been improved to reproduce HDR images that are brighter, more colorful and have a wider dynamic range.
The new D-ILA projector boasts the industry’s highest native contrast 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 analyzes 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.
As a result, images brimming with reality that are closer to human perception can be produced. Likewise, the new algorithm enables laser control with greater precision to meet the user’s preferences.
Superior Resolution
Newly designed large aperture (80mm, 11-groups, 15-lenses) 4K compatible lens delivers full native 4K D-ILA resolution to every corner of the screen.
Another essential aspect of projectors lies in their light source. The DLA-NZ series adopts JVC’s original laser light source “BLU-Escent Laser” to achieve exceptional peak brightness of 2,000 lumens on the DLA-NZ500, with longevity of 20,000 hours.
The new Deep Black Tone Control has been added to Frame Adapt HDR, with a new algorithm to further subdue 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.
HDR Drastically Improves Expressive Power of Images
When it comes to reproducing the rich video information of HDR content, including the extended brightness range, BT.2020 wide color gamut and 10-bit gradation, rely on the new D-ILA projectors.
Both 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.
USB Back-up
USB Back-up function saves the settings on the main unit menu to a commercially available USB flash drive. Professional adjustments can be saved or backed up in advance to undo unintended adjustments by children or family members.
Lens Shift function
Flexible installation is made possible thanks to the wide lens-shift function. As described in the diagram, wide shift ranges are offered vertically and horizontally to help deliver natural projected images without distortion.
FILMMAKER MODE™ that faithfully recreates the creator’s intentions
FILMMAKER MODE™ was developed by the UHD Alliance, an organization of Hollywood movie studios, TV studios, content distributors, consumer electronics manufacturers, and device developers, with the aim of faithfully reproducing the filmmakers’ intentions in the home.
When using this mode, picture quality adjustment functions such as frame interpolation and noise reduction are turned off, and the color temperature is set to D65 (6500K), allowing users to enjoy movies and documentaries with picture quality that is faithful to the original master.
Highlights:
- Completely redesigned interior and exterior results in world’s smallest native 4K projector
- New BLU-Escent Laser Light Source
- 3rd Generation 0.69-inch 4K D-ILA (4096 x 2160) device x 3.
- High brightness of 2,000 lumens provides vibrant and dynamic images
- Native Contrast Ratio of 40,000:1 translates to a spectacular Dynamic Contrast Ratio of ∞ :1
- 2x HDMI (32 Gbps, HDCP 2.3) inputs, supporting 4K60P input signals
- HDR10+ contains the metadata of the producer’s intentions for each scene, and with such data, the projector is able to automatically reproduce images as the creator intended.
- Auto Tone Mapping function automatically adjusts settings for optimum HDR10 image quality.
- Newly designed large aperture (80mm, 11 groups, 15 lenses) high-quality lens.
- Wide Color Gamut above exceeds DCI/P3 spec creating saturated, beautiful images that come to life.
- New picture mode ”Vivid” for SDR Images
- DML (Display Mastering Luminance) adjusts/sets the dynamic range for better HDR experience
- Frame Adapt HDR dynamically tone maps any HDR10 content frame-by-frame or scene-by-scene and automatically performs adjustment to achieve optimal images close to reality as seen by human eyes. As a part the Frame Adapt HDR, the projector offers improved gamma processing accuracy from 12- to 18-bit equivalent to reproduce smoother and finer gradation. Additional Frame Adapt HDR picture modes allows for optimum playback with the widest variety of lighting conditions or theater environments.
- Theater Optimizer function, which works in Frame Adapt HDR mode, offers optimum HDR images by analyzing usage environments using the screen size and gain information and intelligently adjusts tone mapping. HDR Quantizer with New Auto (Wide) level mode provides brighter/more dynamic HDR images. *
- FILMMAKER MODE™ that faithfully recreates the creator’s intentions.*
- Eight settings of Installation Mode include Lens Control, Pixel Adjustment, Mask, Anamorphic on or off, Screen Adjust, Installation Style, Keystone, and Aspect; stored installation modes for various environments can be called up.
- ISF C3 (Certified Calibration Controls) mode to reproduce excellent picture quality optimized for specific environments
- Auto-Calibration Function using an optical sensor.
| Device | |
| D-ILA Technology | Yes |
| Chip Type | 3rd Generation 0.69-inch 4K D-ILA device |
| Native Resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
| Number Of Chips | 3 |
| Display Resolution | 4096 x 2160 |
| Light Sourcce | |
| Laser | Yes |
| Type | New BLU-Escent Laser Diode |
| Life Time (Standard Mode) | 20,000 hours |
| Picture | |
| Brightness | 2,000 lm |
| Dynamic Contrast | Infinity : 1 |
| Native Contrast | 40,000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Light Power control | Yes |
| Modes | Low, High, Balance, Off |
| Manual Aperture | Yes |
| Range | -15 (stops down) to 0 (opens up) |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | Yes |
| 100% REC 709 | Yes |
| Color Bit Depth | 12 bit |
| ISFccc Certification | Yes |
| HDR | |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| Frame Adapt HDR | Yes |
| Theater Optimizer | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
| Auto Tone Mapping | Yes |
| Mastering Info Display | Yes |
| Info data | MaxCLL, MaxFALL and DML |
| Deep Black Tone Control | Yes |
| Lens | |
| Zoom | 1.6 x |
| Throw Ratio | 1.34 – 2.14 |
| Diameter | 80 mm |
| Build | 15-element, 11-group |
| Lens Shift | Yes |
| Range Horizontal | ± 28 % |
| Range Vertical | ± 70 % |
| Motorized Zoom | Yes |
| Motorized Shift | Yes |
| Motorized Focus | Yes |
| Projection Display size (diagonal) | 60 – 200 inch |
| Memory Function | Yes |
| Number of user presets | 5 |
| Lens Cover | Yes |
| HDMI | |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Number of Inputs | 2 |
| Data Rate | 32 Gbps |
| HDCP Version | 2.3 |
| 4K60P signal input | Yes |
| 4K60P signal input | Yes |
| Video Signal range | 480p, 576p, 720p 60/50, 1080p 60/ 50/ 30/ 25/ 24, 3840 x 2160p 60/ 50/ 30/ 25/ 24, 4096 x 2160p 60/ 50/ 30/ 25/ 24 |
| PC Signal range | 640×480, 800×600, 2048×1080, 1600×1200, 1920×1200, 2048×1536, 2560×1440 |
| Input Level Adjustment | Auto / Standard (16-235) / Enhanced (0-255) / Super White (16-255) |
| Color Space Range | Auto/ YCbCr444 / YCbCr422 / RGB |
| EDID Modes | Standard, Option1 , Option2 (older hardware may need to use Option1 or Option2 settings) |
| Connections | |
| LAN | Yes |
| Connector | RJ45 |
| Service | Yes |
| Connector | USB (Type A) for firmware update or backup |
| Picture settings | |
| Picture Modes | Natural, Cinema, Filmmaker, Vivid, isf(Day), isf(Night), Frame Adapt HDR, HDR10, HLG, 4 User modes |
| Color Temperatures | Xenon 1, Xenon 2, 5500K, 6500K, 7500K, 9300K, High Bright, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, Custom 1, Custom 2 |
| Gamma Processing Depth | 12 bit |
| Gamma Adjust | HDR (Auto), HDR(PQ), HDR(HLG), 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Cinema 1, Cinema 2, Film 1, Film 2, 3 Custom modes |
| Color Management | 6-Axis adjustable CMS |
| MPC | Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
| Auto Calibration | Yes |
| Optional Probe needed | Yes |
| Installation Mode | Yes |
| Number of modes | 5 |
| Included settings | Lens Control, Pixel Adjustment, Mask, Anamorphic on or off, Screen Adjust, Installation Style, Keystone, and Aspect |
| Anamorphic Modes | 4 Modes (A, B, C, D) |
| Control4 SDDP | Yes |
| Power & Environment | |
| Power Requirement | AC100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Projector in Use | 280W |
| Standby | Eco-mode: 0.25W |
| Network Standby | 1.4W (LAN) |
| Fan Noise | 23 dB |
| Eco Mode | Yes |
| Standby Timer | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% |
| Installation Angle | Horizontal +/- 10 degree / Vertical +/- 10 degree |
| Installation Height | Below 2,000 m |
| In the box | |
| Remote Control | Yes, RM-MH27 |
| Quick Guide | Yes |
| Power Cord | Yes |
| Batteries | Yes, 2 x AAA-size batteries |
| Dimensional & Weight | |
| Product Dimensions (WxHxD) | 450 x 180 x 479 mm |
| Product Weight | 18.9 kg |
Price: RM32,999
*1 Year Warranty
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