Optoma HD81-LV DLP Projector for Home Theater - NR! Start Price USD 1,999.99 Current Price USD 2,605.00 Time Left - Bid Count 6 Buy It Now Price USD 2,599.99 Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, July 22, 2008 End Time Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Location Kent, WA See more about 'Optoma HD81-LV DLP Projector for Home Theater - NR! ' Description Up for bidding is an Optoma HD81-LV DLP Projector.  This unit was a demo or return from one of our customers.  The lamp has 0 hours of use.  The original manufacturer's box is missing, and you will receive only what's pictured, e.g the two-part unit and the pictured box of accoutrements.  Please note there might possibly be smudges, fingerprints, or scratches on the unit, although our Service Technician has deemed this projector in "like new condition"; he also said it was in great working order, but if for some reason it's DOA when you receive it, please refer to our return policy below.  This unit is being sold AS IS.  Please note there is NO WARRANTY offered with this unit other than our own DOA refund policy -- there is no manufacturer's warranty. This projector was named one of ElectronicHouse.com's "Products of the Year" in 2007.  ProjectorReviews.com called the HD81-LV "by far the brightest 1080p home theater projector selling for under $10K," and said it had "very good black levels and shadow detail." Please also note:  Buyer pays for flat shipping cost of $45.00, which includes shipping insurance.   If you live in the Seattle area and would like to pick up the item in person without shipping fees, we can do that -- but please note you will have to pay sales tax if you reside in Washington State.    Please do not bid on this item unless you live in the United States -- WE WILL NOT SHIP OUTSIDE THE CONTINGENT USA.  Please do not ask me to ship outside the USA, as I will not answer your email -- we will not ship anywhere except a USA physical street address.   Return policy:  Should you find the item defective, you may return it to us for a refund.  You must do so within 7 days of receiving the unit.  You must pay for shipping the unit back to us, and you must contact us FIRST to let us know you are doing so, and to tell us what you found to be defective. If the item is damaged or broken during shipping, you must pursue a claim with UPS -- we will not take the broken unit back if it is damaged during transit.  Items are fully insured for the amount you paid with your winning bid.CB0009   Please note:  If you win this auction, be extremely wary of spoof/phishing emails from people pretending to be Magnolia Audio Video.  I will only ask you to send payment via paypal, and only to an email address ending in @magnoliaav.com, specifically the one on file with paypal.  Some of our winning bidders have been sent very authentic-looking phishing emails that ask payment to be sent to somewhere besides the ebay check-out process in paypal.  Don't fall for this!  If you receive anything suspicious, please contact me before making payment.  Thanks! Manufacturer's Information: The Optoma HD81-LV is a distinctive two-piece projection system that includes a native 1080p projector with 2500 lumen peak output and studio-grade video processor. And, with its optional widescreen anamorphic lens, the HD81-LV makes a unique home theater video system for a complete cinematic experience. Featuring Texas Instruments’ DarkChip3™ chipset, the HD81-LV is able to deliver rich and deep textures with astonishing image quality. With personalized setting adjustments, extensive connectivity options and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, the Optoma HD81-LV transports the widescreen theater environment to the home.     2500 lumens with a 10,000:1 contrast ratio (with ImageAI-II™) 1080p DarkChip3 DLP® technology by Texas Instruments Native 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution Video processor supports up-scaling to 1080p with de-interlacing The Auto-IRIS and Auto235 functions automatically detect the aspect ratio, then formats the image for the anamorphic lens   <>   < td> Display Technology Single 0.95” DarkChip3 LVDS DMD DLP Technology by Texas Instruments Brightness 2500 ANSI Lumens Resolution Native 1080p (1920 x 1080) Contrast Ratio 10000:1 Image Processing Motion Adaptive 480i, 576i and 1080i De-Interlacing, 10-bit Image Processing, Advanced 3D Comb Filter, Three Presets Plus Three Programmable Display Formats, Advanced Noise Reduction and Sharpening Color Management User Definable Gamma, RBGCYM 6-Color 16 Region Adjustment, Three User Definable Modes Plus ISFccc Color Settings Lamp Life and Type Estimated at 2000 Hours, 300W UHP Throw Ratio (Distance/Width) 1.85 - 2.22:1 w/o Anamorphic Lens1.38 - 1.66:1 w/ Anamorphic Lens Projection Distance 4.92’ to 32.8’ Image Size 30” to 300” Aspect Ratio Native 16:9, Fully Automatic 2.35:1 w/ Anamorphic Lens Keystone Correction ±5° Vertical Displayable Colors 1.07 billion, 1024 Levels of Grayscale Adjustments Uniformity 90% Computer Compatibility SXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, VESA, PC and Macintosh Compatible Video Compatibility Full NTSC, PAL, SECAM, True HDTV (720p, 1080i/p), 480i/p, 576i/p Projection Lens F = 2.6 - 2.82; f = 39.12 - 46.94 mm, 1.2X Manual Zoom/Focus I/O Connection Ports Projector:RS-232, HDMIVideo Processor:Three HDMI Plus One External HDMI Expansion, Two BNC Component, Two Component, Three S-Video, Three Composite Video, One VGA, RS-232, Two 12V Triggers, One IR Port Extension Weight Projector: 10 lbs (4.5kg)Video Processor: 9.2 lbs (3.6 kg) Dimensions (W x H x D) Projector:16” x 5.3” x 12” (406 x 135 x 305 mm)Video Processor:17” x 2.5” x 11.5” (432 x 63.5 x 432 mm) Noise Level 32dB Operating Temperature 5 - 35°C, 80% Humidity Storage Temperature -20 - 60°C, 80% Humidity Power Supply AC Input 90-264V, 50-60 Hz Power Consumption 430W, < 12W Standby Mode Standard Accessories Two AC Power Cords, Two HDMI Cables, Component Cable, Two RS-232 Cables, Remote Control, Batteries for Remote, External IR Module, User’s Manual, Lens Cap, Warranty Card and Quick Start Guide Optional Accessories Anamorphic Lens/Sled Kit, Ceiling Mount, GrayWolfII™ Series Screens, HDMI to DVI Cable and VGA to DVI Cable Place a Bid!