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Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector

  • B&H # VID950HD
  • Mfr# D950HD

Product Highlights

  • 3,000 ANSI Lumens
  • Resolution: 1080p (1,920 x 1,200)
  • 3,000:1 Contrast Ratio
  • DLP Display Technology
  • BrilliantColor
  • 16:9 Native Aspect Ratio
  • No Filter Required
  • Includes Carrying Case
  • HDMI x2
  • Built-in Speaker
 

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The Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector is ideal for office, educational or home theater use. The HD in the name stands for Full HD resolution. The 1080p (1,920 x 1,080) resolution not only supports 1080p content but is a perfect match for today's widescreen laptops, whether they're Mac or PC. On the home theater front, the D950HD is a great fit for 16:9 Blue-ray feature films.

No matter how you use it the D950HD packs a powerful 3,000 lumens of brightness backed with a 3,000:1 contrast ratio that displays extraordinarily crisp details even in rooms or installations with high ambient light levels.

The D950HD uses the latest in DLP technology from Texas Instruments called BrilliantColor. Unlike other technologies such as LCD that use just three primary colors to produce the image, DLP technology with Brilliant Color uses up to six separate colors. BrilliantColor not only improves color accuracy, it brightens secondary colors as well. This combination increases the brightness of colors by up to 50 percent over DLP projectors without BrilliantColor for accurate, true-to-life images.

But the D950HD can do lot more than make beautiful pictures. Weighing in at 7.5 lb, there's a chance it may do some traveling and it won't have to be limited to domestic flights. It's got an international auto switching 100 - 240 volt 50 / 60 Hz power supply, can project video in the NTSC, PAL and SECAM international video standards and has a multi-language OSD to facilitate operation.

Vivitek has built extensive connectivity into the D950HD including HDMI (2x), component, composite and S-video. An RJ-45 connector allows control of the projector over a network as well as scheduling maintenance bulletins via email. At only 30dB in Economy mode, the D950HD won't compete with your movie or presentation and offers an additional bonus of a 6,000 hour lamp life. As with all DLPs, you'll never have to change a filter.

Lastly, to make sure that your D950HD doesn't take unauthorized leave of the premises, security is provided by timer and password protection as well as a Kensington Lock slot and security bar.

3,000 lumens of brightness with a 3,000:1 contrast ratio
DLP and BrilliantColor technologies from Texas Instruments
Connectivity options include two HDMI v1.3 connections, VGA-in, composite, component and S-video
High-efficiency lamp that lasts up to 6,000 hours (Economy mode)
VividWheel III enhances and improves color reproduction. It also enables video Automatic Gain Control (AGC). With AGC, you will enjoy a constant output signal from an electronic circuit, despite variations in the strength of the input signal
Top-loading, sliding cover for quick and easy lamp replacement
Network-ready for integration and system administration via RJ-45
Keypad lock prevents accidental system adjustments
Image Display
Display System 1-Chip DLP
Native Resolution Full HD - 1920 x 1080
Supported Resolutions WUXGA - 1600 x 1200
SXGA+
SXGA
XGA
SVGA
VGA
Format NTSC 4.43
PAL 60, B, G, H, I, M, N
SECAM
HDTV Compatibility 480i
480p
576i
576p
720p
1080i
1080p
Brightness 3000 Lumens
Uniformity 85%
Aspect Ratio Native: 16:9
Contrast Ratio 3000:1
3D None
Color Range Colors: 16.7 Million
Scan Horizontal: 15 - 90 kHz
Vertical: 43 - 85 Hz
Lens
Lens F 2.55 - 2.72 (f = 21.3 - 24.5 mm)
Lens Shift None
Zoom 1.2x
Throw Distance 3 - 32.8' (1.00 - 10.00 m)
Throw Ratio 1.6 - 1.92:1
Projection Size 23.5 - 282.3" / 596.90 - 7170.42 mm 
Features
Keystone Correction Vertical: ± 15°
Picture-in-Picture None
Ceiling Mountable Yes
Rear Screen Projection Yes
Projection Tilt Option Yes
Built-in Speaker 5W
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs/Outputs 2x HDMI Audio/Video (Input)
1x 15-pin VGA Video (Input)
1x 15-pin VGA Video (Output)
1x RCA Composite Audio/Video (Input)
1x RCA Component Audio/Video (Input)
1x S-Video Video (Input)
1x RCA Stereo (L/R) Audio (Input)
1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Mini Audio (Input)
1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Mini Audio (Output)
1x USB Type-B Female (Input)
1x RS-232C Control/Service (Input)
1x Ethernet Control/Service (Input)
1x 12V Trigger Control (Input)
General
Watts 220W
Life Normal Mode: 5000 Hours
Eco Mode: 6000 Hours
Fan Noise Normal Mode: 35 dB
Eco Mode: 30 dB
Maximum Pixel Clock Not Specified By Manufacturer
Remote Control Yes
Security Cable Lock Slot
Power Requirements 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Boost Mode: <290W
Normal Mode: <240W
Standby Mode: <1W
Altitude Not Specified By Manufacturer
Temperature Operating
41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 13.1 x 4.4 x 10" / 332.74 x 111.76 x 254.00 mm
Weight 7.5 lb / 3.40 kg
Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector
  • AC Power Cord
  • VGA Cable
  • Carrying Case
  • Remote Control with Batteries
  • Lens Cap
  • User Manual (CD)
  • Warranty Card
  • 3 Year Warranty on Projector
  • 90 Day Warranty on Lamp
  • REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

    by PowerReviews
    VivitekD950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector
     
    4.6

    (based on 7 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (5)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (1)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (1)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (0)

    • 1 Stars

       

      (0)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Easy to set up (4)

    Cons

      Best Uses

          • Reviewer Profile:
          • Tech savvy (3)
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No (4)

        Reviewed by 7 customers

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        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Projector for the money!

        By AV/IT Guy

        from Charlotte, NC

        About Me Gearhead

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clear Display
        • Easy To Use
        • Quality Construction
        • Quiet
        • Small Footprint

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Classroom
          • Instruction
          • Presentations

          Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

          This is a great projector! I ceiling mounted it and it looks great! Very quiet. A couple of things to be aware of (but not really negatives):
          - This is a desktop projector so the image when the projector is level is higher than the projector (or lower is ceiling mounted). This offset is not too bad, I am shooting from 12' away and the image offset is about 12". I was able to correct this in my ceiling mount setup by angling the projector up and using just -2 Keystone Correction. I had to do this as my image had to be all the way to the ceiling.
          -The other thing to be aware of when setting up this projector is the Grid that can be turned on in the menu for aligning the projector is not the full image. The grid ends about 10 pixels in from each direction. I only realized this after my project was all aligned and ceiling installed then we connected a PC and realized the image was bigger. This required another trip up the ladder to zoom it in. Again, not a big deal, just good to know before installing.

          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great so far.

          By thepav

          from Orlando, FL

          About Me Value Oriented

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Set Up
          • Easy to use
          • Great picture quality
          • Reliable Performance

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Business User
            • Casual User
            • Graphics Enthusiast
            • High-Definition TV
            • Movies
            • Presentations
            • TV

            Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

            So far the projector is great. Great picture - brighter than my old optoma that pixalated out after 2 years.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal
            • Computer Platform:
            • PC

            Share this review

            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Ready for a second one!

            By Mark

            from Bowie, MD

            About Me Tech Savvy

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Intuitive Controls

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Larger Rooms
              • Movies

              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

              Purchased this for an overflow room at our church that seats up to 200 people. We project onto a 135", 16:9 screen. All I can say is AWESOME!!! Everyone is amazed and very well pleased.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Share this review

              (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Beautiful picture

              By Cre8tive

              from Chino, CA

              About Me Movie Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up

              Cons

              • Poor Sound Quality

              Best Uses

              • Living Room
              • Smaller Rooms

              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

              Really shows off Blu-Ray and HD images well. 1920 X 1080 computer displays look even better.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Share this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              3.0

              A bit disappointing

              By bern

              from ann arbor, MI

              About Me Tech Savvy

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Good Remote
              • Intuitive Controls
              • Light Weight
              • Nice carry case

              Cons

              • Not as bright as expected
              • Not for home theater

              Best Uses

              • Conferences
              • Portable

              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

              See my review of the Vivitek 1081HD. I expected this projector to be much brighter than the 1081HD, because it is rated at 3000 lumens, and the 1081 only at 2000. But in my hands it isn't. In addition the black levels are not nearly as black as those in the 1081, but this is expected since the 1081 has a 5000:1 contrast ratio, and the 950 only a 3000:1. In a conference environment where the lights are likely to be on, no projector can provide good black levels. Otherwise, the appearance, and weight are identical to the 1081. This projector is targeted at the portable and conference market, and includes a pointer/remote as well as a very nice carry case. If super picture quality is not a prime issue, these accessories, together with the high definition image and adequate brightness make this a good choice.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Share this review

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great projector!

              By Grant

              from St. Paul, MN

              About Me Movie Enthusiast, Tech Savvy

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up
              • Good Remote

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                  I have this projector set up in my living room on a ceiling mount, connected to my desktop computer via an HDMI cable. I mostly use it to watch movies, as well as a very nice second screen while listening to music or on the internet (110") :)

                  Overall, the quality is amazing! Plenty of video inputs, very quiet, long lamp life, crystal clear picture while watching blu-rays.
                  This thing is bright! With 3000 lumens, I'm able to have lights on and still see what's on the screen perfectly.

                  For under $1,000 this is a great buy - I highly recommend it!

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Share this review

                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Great Picture & Lots of Connections

                  By Prosumer Sports Photographer

                  from Seattle, WA

                  About Me Quality Oriented

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • 1080p
                  • Connections
                  • Contrast
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home and Portable in One

                    Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                    I bought this project to use for showing my Premiere Pro edited HD movies and photos on my Blu-ray player at events. Great picture! Bright enough to show inside restaurant w/o having to turn off the lights. I connect via the HDMI and use the audio pin out for external speaker connection. Super simple menu and controls. A peaty straight forward unit - no issues at all.

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

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                    REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

                    by PowerReviews
                    VivitekD950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector
                     
                    4.6

                    (based on 7 reviews)

                    Ratings Distribution

                    • 5 Stars

                       

                      (5)

                    • 4 Stars

                       

                      (1)

                    • 3 Stars

                       

                      (1)

                    • 2 Stars

                       

                      (0)

                    • 1 Stars

                       

                      (0)

                    100%

                    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

                    Pros

                    • Easy to set up (4)

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                          • Reviewer Profile:
                          • Tech savvy (3)
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No (4)

                        Reviewed by 7 customers

                        Sort by

                        Displaying reviews 1-7

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                        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        5.0

                        Great Projector for the money!

                        By AV/IT Guy

                        from Charlotte, NC

                        About Me Gearhead

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Clear Display
                        • Easy To Use
                        • Quality Construction
                        • Quiet
                        • Small Footprint

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Classroom
                          • Instruction
                          • Presentations

                          Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                          This is a great projector! I ceiling mounted it and it looks great! Very quiet. A couple of things to be aware of (but not really negatives):
                          - This is a desktop projector so the image when the projector is level is higher than the projector (or lower is ceiling mounted). This offset is not too bad, I am shooting from 12' away and the image offset is about 12". I was able to correct this in my ceiling mount setup by angling the projector up and using just -2 Keystone Correction. I had to do this as my image had to be all the way to the ceiling.
                          -The other thing to be aware of when setting up this projector is the Grid that can be turned on in the menu for aligning the projector is not the full image. The grid ends about 10 pixels in from each direction. I only realized this after my project was all aligned and ceiling installed then we connected a PC and realized the image was bigger. This required another trip up the ladder to zoom it in. Again, not a big deal, just good to know before installing.

                          • Primary use:
                          • Business

                          Share this review

                          (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          5.0

                          Great so far.

                          By thepav

                          from Orlando, FL

                          About Me Value Oriented

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy To Set Up
                          • Easy to use
                          • Great picture quality
                          • Reliable Performance

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Business User
                            • Casual User
                            • Graphics Enthusiast
                            • High-Definition TV
                            • Movies
                            • Presentations
                            • TV

                            Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                            So far the projector is great. Great picture - brighter than my old optoma that pixalated out after 2 years.

                            • Primary use:
                            • Personal
                            • Computer Platform:
                            • PC

                            Share this review

                            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            Ready for a second one!

                            By Mark

                            from Bowie, MD

                            About Me Tech Savvy

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Easy To Set Up
                            • Intuitive Controls

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Larger Rooms
                              • Movies

                              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                              Purchased this for an overflow room at our church that seats up to 200 people. We project onto a 135", 16:9 screen. All I can say is AWESOME!!! Everyone is amazed and very well pleased.

                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

                              Share this review

                              (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              4.0

                              Beautiful picture

                              By Cre8tive

                              from Chino, CA

                              About Me Movie Enthusiast

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Set Up

                              Cons

                              • Poor Sound Quality

                              Best Uses

                              • Living Room
                              • Smaller Rooms

                              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                              Really shows off Blu-Ray and HD images well. 1920 X 1080 computer displays look even better.

                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

                              Share this review

                              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              3.0

                              A bit disappointing

                              By bern

                              from ann arbor, MI

                              About Me Tech Savvy

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Good Remote
                              • Intuitive Controls
                              • Light Weight
                              • Nice carry case

                              Cons

                              • Not as bright as expected
                              • Not for home theater

                              Best Uses

                              • Conferences
                              • Portable

                              Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                              See my review of the Vivitek 1081HD. I expected this projector to be much brighter than the 1081HD, because it is rated at 3000 lumens, and the 1081 only at 2000. But in my hands it isn't. In addition the black levels are not nearly as black as those in the 1081, but this is expected since the 1081 has a 5000:1 contrast ratio, and the 950 only a 3000:1. In a conference environment where the lights are likely to be on, no projector can provide good black levels. Otherwise, the appearance, and weight are identical to the 1081. This projector is targeted at the portable and conference market, and includes a pointer/remote as well as a very nice carry case. If super picture quality is not a prime issue, these accessories, together with the high definition image and adequate brightness make this a good choice.

                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

                              Share this review

                              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              5.0

                              Great projector!

                              By Grant

                              from St. Paul, MN

                              About Me Movie Enthusiast, Tech Savvy

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Set Up
                              • Good Remote

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                                  I have this projector set up in my living room on a ceiling mount, connected to my desktop computer via an HDMI cable. I mostly use it to watch movies, as well as a very nice second screen while listening to music or on the internet (110") :)

                                  Overall, the quality is amazing! Plenty of video inputs, very quiet, long lamp life, crystal clear picture while watching blu-rays.
                                  This thing is bright! With 3000 lumens, I'm able to have lights on and still see what's on the screen perfectly.

                                  For under $1,000 this is a great buy - I highly recommend it!

                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No

                                  Share this review

                                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  5.0

                                  Great Picture & Lots of Connections

                                  By Prosumer Sports Photographer

                                  from Seattle, WA

                                  About Me Quality Oriented

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • 1080p
                                  • Connections
                                  • Contrast
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Home and Portable in One

                                    Comments about Vivitek D950HD 1080p Multimedia DLP Projector:

                                    I bought this project to use for showing my Premiere Pro edited HD movies and photos on my Blu-ray player at events. Great picture! Bright enough to show inside restaurant w/o having to turn off the lights. I connect via the HDMI and use the audio pin out for external speaker connection. Super simple menu and controls. A peaty straight forward unit - no issues at all.

                                    • Primary use:
                                    • Personal

                                    Share this review

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