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While at CEDIA Expo last week — the trade show and convention for the custom installation industry — HomeTheaterForum.com stopped by the JVC exhibit and interviewed us about our new line of projectors, just announced at the show and slated to be available in November.  Four of the new projectors feature JVC’s e-Shift Technology, which allows the projectors to display 2D HD content full 4K precision.

JVC DLA-X7

The latest JVC projector reviews come from Home Theater, which recently posted reviews of both the DLA-X3 and DLA-X7, and awarded both “Top Pick” status.  The DLA-X7 earned a five-star rating — the highest possible — for “performance,” while the DLA-X3 was awarded 4.5 stars for “performance” and a five-star rating for “value”.

Here are some excerpts from the DLA-X3 review by Kris Deering:

• “To say I was impressed would be an understatement. JVC has done a phenomenal job in its implementation of 3D with this freshman effort.”
• “I can honestly say I’m more impressed with the DLA-X3’s 3D performance than any 3D I’ve ever seen at a commercial theater.”
• “With 2D playback, the DLA-X3 was one of the best projectors I’ve ever used. “
• “In the DLA-X3, it is truly amazing that JVC has been able to improve on their 2D performance and deliver exceptional 3D performance with their freshman effort, all at a price of $4,495.”

As for the DLA-X7, reviewer Shane Buettner had this to say:

• “…this projector’s 2D performance was subtly but noticeably improved in some important areas compared to my DLA-HD750.”
• “The DLA-X7 looked so sharp and detailed, and its 3D effects are so convincing, that it blows away what you’ll see from most commercial Digital Cinema 3D.”
• “I bought the DLA-X7 as my new reference projector. My money’s where my mouth is, and that, dear reader, is the highest recommendation I or anyone else can offer.”

Read the full DLA-X3 review here, and the DLA-X7 review here.

The first few reviews of the new JVC Procision Series home theater projectors are out, and the consensus is that the 3D-capable 2011 models continue the series’ reputation for outstanding performance.

First up is a review of the DLA-X3 in The Perfect Vision, that notes, “JVC’s highly refined D-ILA imaging technology seems ideal for 3D, as this reasonably-priced entry level model delivers an enticing 3D image, along with excellent 2D high resolution imagery.”  Regarding 3D performance, reviewer David Birch-Jones says, “The 3D image quality is comparable to that provided by the best 3D plasma HDTV flat panel sets out there (and better than what you’d experience in a commercial movie theater with typical passive polarized 3D glasses)…”

For a video review of the DLA-X3, check out the segment below on the internet TV tech show, Tekzilla.  They were impressed with the projector’s image quality and ease of setup.

Meanwhile, Sound +Vision magazine has reviewed the DLA-X7.  Reviewer Geoffrey Morrison concludes his review with these words:  “The JVC DLA-X7 is a staggeringly good projector. Its black level is among the best regardless of technology, but most important, this black level is achieved while simultaneously giving off bright whites. The resulting contrast ratio is hopelessly habit-forming and puts nearly all other displays to shame.”

For more details on the 2011 JVC Procision projectors, read the press release here.

National newspaper USA Today and enthusiast website Camcorderinfo.com have both recently published reviews of the new JVC GS-TD1, the world’s first available full HD 3D consumer camcorder.

GS-TD!

Ed Baig of USA Today called it a “first rate and flexible camcorder that can produce videos practically guaranteed to give you a rise” and says that he shot “delightful 3D footage of my family.”  Read his impressions here.

Camcorderinfo.com did its typically exhaustive evaluation of the GS-TD1.  They say that they’re “impressed” with the camcorder, and note, “You can have plenty of fun shooting 3D clips and the TD1 makes it simple.”  Read the Camcorderinfo.com review here.

GS-TD1

Tech website Digital Trends has posted the first U.S. review of the new JVC GS-TD1 3D camcorder — the first Full HD 3D camcorder for consumers to go on sale. It earned a score of 8 out of 10. Reviewer David Elrich was “knocked out” by the 3D images, noting, “The depth of the 3D was terrific and the colors were very accurate.” Read the full review here.

A projector-based home theater discreet? That’s the spin that The Wall Street Journal put on home theater projectors in an article from this past Saturday (Dec. 4). After explaining the benefits of a projector versus a large-screen flat panel TV, the article offers three suggested projectors. Among them — the JVC DLA-X3/DLA-RS40. Read the full article here.

JVC introduced a new line of home theater projectors last week in Atlanta at CEDIA Expo, a trade show for the custom installation business.  You can find the press release here to get all the details.  For a quick overview from JVC’s own experts, here are two video interviews shot during the show.  The first is from AVForums.com, which interviewed Dan McCarron, National Product Specialist for JVC’s Consumer Display Division.  The second is from HomeTheaterForum.com and features Dave Walton, Assistant Vice President, JVC Professional.

The gadget lovers at Attack of the Show on G4 TV recently took the Everio GZ-HM550 camera for a test drive, and liked what they found.    They liked its Bluetooth features, its small size and light weight and the video quality, among several other of the camera’s attributes.  Check out the video below.

Tech site CNET recently reviewed the JVC TH-BA1 soundbar and awarded it 3.5 out of 5 stars, or “very good”.  Here’s their summary:

The good: Sound bar home theater system; wireless subwoofer; solid sound quality, even with music; easy-to-use remote control; three inputs (two optical, one analog).

The bad: No HDMI connectivity; lackluster styling.

The bottom line: JVC’s TH-BA1 sound bar home theater system is affordable, easy to use, and sounds better-than-expected, but doesn’t offer HDMI connectivity.

Read the full review here.

A review in The Perfect Vision of a JVC TeleDock TV concludes, “If you’re an iPod or iPhone fan, then the JVC TeleDock TV could be just the ticket for you.”

LT-46P510

The review, by David Birch-Jones, is of the JVC LT-46P510, the 46-inch model in the TeleDock line of LCD TVs, each of which features a built-in iPod dock. Following some adjustments of the default picture settings, the reviewer found that the set delivers “believable natural skin tones”, blacks that are “quite good” and a “very good rendition of shadow detail.” As for the iPod docking feature, Birch-Jones said, “Operation couldn’t be more straightforward.”

Read the full review here.

Digital Trends has reviewed the Everio GZ-HM1, the top-of-the-line Everio.

JVC GZ-HM1

Here are his “Highs” and “Lows”:

Highs:

• Outstanding video quality
• Built-in 64GB flash memory
• Very good stills
• Superior image stabilization system
• Good low-light shooting

Lows:

• Expensive, definitely not a Flip
• LCD screen should be larger and better
• Still don’t like the Laser Touch interface
• Eats batteries
• Clunky accessory adaptor system
• Doesn’t accept SDXC cards

HA-S650

Tech blog SlashGear.com has reviewed the JVC HA-S650 Black Series headphones.  In terms of performance, the reviewer found the headphones to be “surprisingly neutral with little in the way of emphasis on either the high- or low-end frequencies.”  The headphones were also found to be comfortable to wear over an extended period thanks in part to their low weight.  The review concludes by stating that “you’re getting plenty of audio quality for your money.”

Read the full review here.

Video enthusiast publication Videomaker posted a review of the HD Everio GZ-HM550 to its website. The review will also appear in the publication’s June 2010 issue.

Reviewer Mark Holder found plenty to like about the camcorder, from its “stunningly beautiful HD images” to Bluetooth wireless technology which “really makes this camera stand out in a sea of similarities.” Read the full review here.

Morning talk show Good Day LA on KTTV Fox in Los Angeles featured the JVC Everio GZ-HM550 camcorder in a recent segment about new tech products.  Jose Ulloa, the Latin Cyber Guy, showed some of the newest electronics products now on the market.  In discussing the GZ-HM550, he highlighted its Bluetooth features, including its ability to be controlled by a compatible smartphone and its use with a compatible Bluetooth headset.

The website BigPictureBigSound recently posted a review of the JVC TH-BA1 soundbar home theater system. They found a lot to like, giving the system an overall rating of three stars out of a possible four.

TH-BA1 Soundbar

What did they like? Sound quality, simple to set up and use, the convenience of the wireless subwoofer, controls and the easy adjustment of the center channel volume level. They would have liked it even more if it offered an HDMI input and a more eye-catching design, and in their opinion the bass performance could be improved a bit, but the reviewer qualifies that comment by noting the system’s very reasonable price. Overall, they consider the TH-BA1 to be a real value. Read the complete review here.

Cruise webiste CruiseReport.com recently tested the Everio GZ-HD620 camcorder and were impressed with its convenience, ease-of-use and small size. The review includes two video clips, including one that uses the camcorder’s unique time-lapse feature.

AV enthusiast publication Sound & Vision has posted a front projector comparison review from its February/March issue to its website. The test includes the JVC DLA-HD550. Reviewer Brent Butterworth notes that the HD550′s “ability to reproduce deep black is in a whole other class than what I’ve seen from any other $5,000 projector.” He also says that the “DLA-HD550 delivers an extraordinarily dynamic, punchy picture. Contrast and detail are awesome, especially considering the projector’s price.”

JVC DLA-HD550 Front Projector

Geek.com, home of all things geek, is evaluating the JVC Everio GZ-HM300 camcorder. Like all 2010 Everio camcorders, the GZ-HM300 offers time-lapse video. Geek.com contributor Sal Cangeloso is a fan of the time-lapse feature, and posted two time-lapse videos to the site.

Tech products review site cnet.com recently reviewed the JVC TH-BA1 soundbar and awarded it 3.5 stars, or “very good”.  They cite the system’s sound quality and its ease of use.  Here’s their summary:

TH-BA1 Soundbar

The good: Sound bar home theater system; wireless subwoofer; solid sound quality, even with music; easy-to-use remote control; three inputs (two optical, one analog).

The bad: No HDMI connectivity; lackluster styling.

The bottom line: JVC’s TH-BA1 sound bar home theater system is affordable, easy to use, and sounds better-than-expected, but doesn’t offer HDMI connectivity.

Read the full review here.

Check out CNET’s video review of the TH-BA1, too.

The new JVC GZ-HM1 is the flagship of the 2010 line, and Camcorderinfo.com spent some time with it at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show, where it was introduced. They liked what they saw. Read their impressions here.

Everio GZ-HM1 High Definition Camera

Home Entertainment magazine has named the JVC DLA-HD750 home theater projector to its “10 Best Gear 2010” list.  They note that, “The contrast ratio is so much better than every other projector on the market there isn’t even a second place.”

DLA-HD950 Projector

The successor to the DLA-HD750 is the DLA-HD950 (or the DLA-RS25 from JVC Professional).

For the most demanding enthusiasts, there’s the DLA-HD990 (or DLA-RS35 from JVC Professional), with a 70,000:1 contrast ratio.