Optoma TX1080

The Optoma TX1080 is a high-powered and upscale HD digital projector outfitted with high-grade technology, network-management functionality, and a multitude of connectivity options. It utilizes Texas Instruments’ 1080p DMD DLP to render a powerful 1080p(1920x1080) resolution, which can be resized to WUXGA(1920x1200) if necessary. In addition, the TX1080 features BrilliantColor technology and an energy-efficient lamp (3000 hours) that output 3600 Lumens of brightness alongside a 2200:1 contrast ratio for clearly visible blacks, whites, and colors. Additional features of the Optoma TX1080 projector include a presentation-friendly IR remote with USB mouse & laser pointer functionality, two 2-watt speakers, and a variety of connectivity interfaces, including HDMI v1.3, DVI-D, VGA, and also RJ45 for managing the projector via a network connection. The Optoma TX1080 retails for $2499.99 and comes with a 2 year limited warranty.

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Optoma TX1080
MSRP $2,499.99
Release date August, 2008
Brand Optoma
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Pros:
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1080p high definition native resolution
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HDMI input
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3600 Lumens (double the brightness of 1080p projectors at the same price!)
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DVI-D and VGA PC inputs
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network connection for remote management
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16:9, 16:10 or 4:3 aspect ratios
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3-year warranty
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great value - affordable price for the specifications (1/3rd of the cost of the next closest competitor)
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can be used outdoors on large screens quite easily
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bright enough to display on a smaller screen with the lights on
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expensive
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heavy and large - not very mobile, best for installations
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loud - 30dBA
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Features

  • High-Powered, Upscale
  • 1080p DMD DLP Technology
  • HD 1080p Native Resolution
  • BrilliantColor Technology
  • Energy-Efficient Lamp
  • IR Remote
  • 2-Watt Speakers
  • HDMI v1.3
  • DVI-D
  • RJ45
  • 2 Year Limited Warranty

Specifications

  • Technology: 1080p DMD DLP
  • Supported Aspect: 16:10, 16:9, 4:3
  • Native Resolution: 1080p(1920x1080)
  • Maximum Resolution: WUXGA(1920x1200)
  • Lamp Life: 3000 hours
  • Lens Throw Ratio: 1.85-2.22:1 (Distance/Width)
  • Brightness: 3600 Lumens
  • Contrast: 2200:1
  • Weight: 10.4 Lbs

Interfaces

  • HDMI v1.3 (Supports Audio Input)
  • DVI-D w/HDCP
  • Two VGA-In
  • VGA-Out
  • S-Video
  • Composite Video
  • RS-232
  • Three Mini-Jack Audio-In
  • RCA Audio-In
  • Audio-Out
  • USB
  • RJ45
  • +12V Trigger

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Optoma TX1080

• TX1080 DLP Proj Wuxga 2200:1 3600 Lumens 10.4LBS

• Optoma TX1080 Projector

UPC: 796435111465

EAN: 796435111465

MPN: TX1080

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Pros

  • 1080p high definition native resolution
  • HDMI input
  • 3600 Lumens (double the brightness of 1080p projectors at the same price!)
  • DVI-D and VGA PC inputs
  • network connection for remote management
  • 16:9, 16:10 or 4:3 aspect ratios
  • 3-year warranty
  • great value - affordable price for the specifications (1/3rd of the cost of the next closest competitor)
  • can be used outdoors on large screens quite easily
  • bright enough to display on a smaller screen with the lights on

Cons

  • expensive
  • heavy and large - not very mobile, best for installations
  • loud - 30dBA

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