New JVC RS10 Projector on the Way

[Sherardp]

Just ordered the new JVC RS10. I've seen the new models in action a few times and they throw a stunning image. Just ordered one with the calibration service and should have it here in a few days. So excited.

[Grimster74]

Bastard!!!!:D Congrats bro, looking forward to your review.

[Retro152]

Very nice looking projector, looks like great reviews.:D Congrats!



Pat.

[leroyjr1]

Seen one in action last week at Flanner's( local hifi shop). Very nice picture. They had 6 projectors side by side throwing some nice images. I very impressed with the JVC and the Sony. ( don't recall which model Sony).

I wish I would've kept my projector instead of going LCD, but one thing I know is that JVC is well outside my budget.

Enjoy and give us a detailed review.

[Sherardp]

I wish I would've kept my projector instead of going LCD, but one thing I know is that JVC is well outside my budget.

Enjoy and give us a detailed review.

There's a JVC HD1 in the flea Market. ;)

[leroyjr1]

There's a JVC HD1 in the flea Market. ;)

Wish I had the money.

[Sherardp]

Like a kid at Christmas

http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq227/gixxer_rydder/Theater%20Room/IMG_0031.jpg

JVC has Class with the designs of the projector lineup.Piano Gloss Black and Gold

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Auto lens cover opens/closes when PJ is turned on and off. I got to fire it up briefly yesterday and the PQ is very sharp and defined. I had this calibrated from AVS and image is amazing. Fade to blacks are breathtaking.
http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq227/gixxer_rydder/Theater%20Room/IMG_0032.jpg

I will report back next week after viewing some more and try some screen caps. Definitely worth the price tag.

[leroyjr1]

Very nice.

[mantis]

Excellent Projector. I hope you got a good deal on it as the Elite is at a very low price. Close in performance the 2 are.

Congrads man, looking forward to a review.

Dan

[leroyjr1]

What's performance differences are there between your JVC and the Elite Kuro?

[Grimster74]

Awaiting delivery of the old JVC Sherardp, remember, Merry Christmas! :D

Rob

[Sherardp]

What's performance differences are there between your JVC and the Elite Kuro?

Based on reviews and seeing them first hand, I give the ever so slight edge to the RS10 and that would be due to sharpness of the image. All JVC's including the Kuro have oversaturated colors, the new JVC RS20 has CMS but it is somewhat limited in performance and will require firmware upgrade to get the most out of it. I tend to favor slightly saturated image so toning down color doesn't bother me at all. I'm not quite the videophile yet, as buying projectors can seem to get out of hand real fast, and things are not cheap in the least bit. Fade to Black to scenes and Contrast are very close, RS10 is rated at 32k:1 and Im very pleased with it. 3600 dollars laters, I can tell you I wont buy another for two yrs at least, even if it requires counseling.

[Sherardp]

Installed

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[leroyjr1]

Very nice!!!!!!!

[leroyjr1]

Went to the local HIFI shop and checked out the JVC. That picture was outstanding, but it had a $7800.00 price tag.

[Sherardp]

Went to the local HIFI shop and checked out the JVC. That picture was outstanding, but it had a $7800.00 price tag.

Which projector did you see? Did you see the RS20/HD750 or the model I own the RS10/HD350. RS series is the pro line, HD series is the consumer line, both of which are the same in most ways. Regardless I can assure neither model goes for $7800, unless they are asking MSRP.

[leroyjr1]

It was the RS10. Asked the guy the price and he said $7800 if I'm not mistaken. Really doesn't matter what matters is the picture quality oh my god. The blacks were outstanding.

They carry Sony, Epson, Pioneer and Jvc. The Jvc was alot better than the Sony's and Epson's. Can't wait to pick up my Pioneer.

Congrats and Enjoy.

[Sherardp]

Oh yeah I've spent allot of time over the weekend with mine and the blacks are unreal. The Pioneer should be right on par with the RS10. RS10 is a little brighter, just a slight edge in black level. Pair it with a nice screen and you should be very happy with PQ. When are you planning to pick up the Kuro?

[obieone]

OMG! I can't even imagine what playing COD4 is like on that set-up, especially with the recent upgrades.

[leroyjr1]

When are you planning to pick up the Kuro?

Within a week.

[Sherardp]

OMG! I can't even imagine what playing COD4 is like on that set-up, especially with the recent upgrades.

Ask Wingnut, we gamed together over weekend. Gameplay is awesome, its like being apart of the game since the screen is so big

[obieone]

Sorry for the DERAIL, but, what kind of connection are you using for your back spkers?
Looks like some sort of collar/ adaptor to hold the cable in place on the wall plate?

[Falcon01]

Wow that JVC looks NICE and the stats look even better. Congrats. Post some screen shots when you can.

[danz1906]

Very Nice,,,,,,,,Congrats

[Sherardp]

Sorry for the DERAIL, but, what kind of connection are you using for your back spkers?
Looks like some sort of collar/ adaptor to hold the cable in place on the wall plate?

No problem Obieone, speaker mounts are B-tech 77 wall mounts. They allow you to tilt the speakers roughly 7 degrees up or down and they are very nice mounts.

http://www.avmountsonline.com/proddetail.php?prod=BT-77B

[obieone]

No problem Obieone, speaker mounts are B-tech 77 wall mounts. They allow you to tilt the speakers roughly 7 degrees up or down and they are very nice mounts.

http://www.avmountsonline.com/proddetail.php?prod=BT-77B


No, not the bt77's, but the wallplate connection. It looks like a single rca/ coax connection?:confused:

[Sherardp]

No, not the bt77's, but the wallplate connection. It looks like a single rca/ coax connection?:confused:

No thats speaker cable running into the wall. Speaker cable is from Blue Jeans. Front/Center speakers I running 10AWG. All surrounds I'm using 12awg.

[Sherardp]

What an awesome performer this machine is. Spent the whole day in the HT room, watching movies/gaming. Excellent day to spend a Friday after work. Just makes you want to watch movies over and over again. The black level is unreal, fade to black scenes are spectacular. The JVC is plenty bright on my 126" screen, not overly bright as to hurt the eyes. Gaming has been a blast as one could expect on such a large screen. I think where this PJ shines is with sharpness and the way it does handle the hi def material. 1080p/24 appears very film-like as this PJ is able to provide allot of pop to the image. Loving the JVC's as my screen looks like a huge plasma mounted on the wall.

[Sherardp]

I did some rearranging today in the theater room, as I don't like clutter. Mainly in the rear of the room with the media library, game cataloging etc. Looks nice and neat, I can breathe easy now.

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[Sherardp]

Couple screen caps from Bolt.

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[VinnyDaFish]

Looks fantastic. I'm getting close to pulling the trigger on an RS10 this week, but have only read the reviews. I should go try and find one in a store. A couple of friends have the Sony VW60 and I was planning to purchase that model, but the price increased at the store I was going to purchase it from. Have you happened to compare the two and / or know of an online review or comparison?

Any suggestions of where to purchase?

Thanks and congratulations!

[millerman 3732]

Couple screen caps from Bolt.

http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq227/gixxer_rydder/Theater%20Room/DSC00723.jpg

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Have you calibrated it yet? It looks like your losing a lot of detail in the darker areas, it could just be your camera though.

[66chevyIISS]

Thats just sick....

What rear speaker mounts are you using on your RTI's? are you able to angle them at all?

[Sherardp]

The projector is calibrated so its the camera, the projector performs very well and the image is great. The rear speakers are B-tech 77 and yes I am able to aim them vertical/horizontal. The projector throws a sick image.

[Grimster74]

I'm hoping to get some new pics of my current setup this weekend, haven't really had the time to really enjoy my new JVC projector but looking forward to getting up some new pics in my showcase. Sherard has a kick ass H/T room.

[VinnyDaFish]

Does everyone recommend using a professional color calibration on these units or do most folks just run with it out of the box with just some manual fine tuning? Any thoughts on how the RS10 compares to the Sony VW60?

[Sherardp]

Does everyone recommend using a professional color calibration on these units or do most folks just run with it out of the box with just some manual fine tuning? Any thoughts on how the RS10 compares to the Sony VW60?

You can use DVE to put you in the ballpark area of a calibrated image. I used the DVE with the HD1 Rob has and the image was very good. I played with the settings on the RS10 and out of box the colors were off. The calibrated image adds more pop, excellent shadow detail.

JVCs over the Sony anyday, so consider a used HD/RS1, the Pio PFJ1 and of course the RS10. All of these are under 3k, with the RS10 just there around 3600-3700. No dynamic iris with the JVCs so you get great blacks which is where the JVC's really shine. I've seen the new Sony VW80, not sold in US and it is also very good , but the RS10 still does a better job. Take a look at one for yourself and decide. All the new PJs are rather close in performance anyway, but if the budget allows shoot for the JVC's.

[VinnyDaFish]

Ordered the RS10 and it should arrive later this week (before I'll have time to start putting everything together. Ugh)

I have a fairly tall ceiling in the screening room and would prefer to not have the projector hanging down five or six feet on the mount. My understanding is that the projector is fairly flexible with the projection angels, is that true? Any other mounting or start up issues to be aware of in advance?

Thanks

[Sherardp]

Congrats Vinny, youre in for a treat. I would mount the projector on shelf if you dont want to ceiling mount. The RS10 does have keystone correction but understand you lose some PQ using keystone and it is normally advised not to use it. The projector has plenty horizontal/vertical lens shift so you're good there. How big a screen did you go with?

[VinnyDaFish]

It's a 105 inch screen. We just moved into a new house and the prior owner had the screen (and sub-optimal setup), but figured I would invest the money in new equipment and then redo the screen and room configuration in the future. UPS is telling me the RS10 should arrive on Friday, but I probably won't have time to properly install it until the following Saturday. In the meantime, I'll just leave it on a counter in the back of the room and lock the kids out.

Really, really, really have to find the time to get the room up to speed so I can start enjoying the new projector. Anything you wished you had known when setting it up -- any funny tricks, features, problems?

[Sherardp]

It's a 105 inch screen. We just moved into a new house and the prior owner had the screen (and sub-optimal setup), but figured I would invest the money in new equipment and then redo the screen and room configuration in the future. UPS is telling me the RS10 should arrive on Friday, but I probably won't have time to properly install it until the following Saturday. In the meantime, I'll just leave it on a counter in the back of the room and lock the kids out.

Really, really, really have to find the time to get the room up to speed so I can start enjoying the new projector. Anything you wished you had known when setting it up -- any funny tricks, features, problems?

None really, my projector was calibrated so I can't really say much, if you want I can share my settings and you can make adjustments there and see what you like. OoTB I didnt like the preset colors, but once I adjusted Custom Gamma curve and calibrated colors the PQ is very nice.

If you're going to ceiling mount, suggest you get with ProjectorPeople and buy the Chief Mount RPA-U model, they also carry the ceiling mount and down pipe if needed.

[66chevyIISS]

The projector is calibrated so its the camera, the projector performs very well and the image is great. The rear speakers are B-tech 77 and yes I am able to aim them vertical/horizontal. The projector throws a sick image.


Thanks! Those are some pricey mounts, but they look solid. My current ones aren't going to hold my RTi4's when I move them to the rear. Anyone else sell them besides Crutchfield and Polk? looks like Polk is the cheapest at $59.99.

[slowpolky]

I want an rs10 , but wifey thinks my panasonic 200 is good enough

[Sherardp]

If the JVC is out of your price range, look at the new Panny 3000 or new Epsons.

[VinnyDaFish]

Watched parts of a couple of blu-ray movies and the projector in 1080p looks fantastic. Did a quick test with a 1080i Dish Network broadcast of the NBA Playoffs on TNT and ABC as well as part of a movie (TBS HD I believe) and I wasn't thrilled with the look coming from the satellite. Anyone have any experience with broadcast signals and tweaking the picture quality on the RS10 for sports, shows, etc from Dish or other? I've got to figure out if there is a way to save a setting for Blu-ray and another for better broadcast tv.

I think the Dalite screen that was installed by the previous owner of our house is a weak point in the PQ right now, but I may have to live with it for a time until I can revamp the room and move from a 105" to 120" screen.

I'm planning to mount the RS10 to the ceiling this weekend (as well as run some new speaker cables through the ceiling / walls). Can't wait to get everything buttoned up so I can get down to business.

[Sherardp]

I use User one for BD ( pro calibration) and I use dynamic for gaming, etc. You need to calibrate that unit for it to really shine. You'll definitely get better imaging, pm me ya email address and I will take snap shots of my settings and send it. Out.

[appadv]

If the JVC is out of your price range, look at the new Panny 3000 or new Epsons.

The Epson 1080UB is a solid performer too.

[mantis]

I would love to come over and give that bad boy a ISF calibration. But I would have to fly to Japan, eat mad sushi , maybe check out all the cool spots ,hit the audio shops, go shopping , check out all the local hotties, then hit the crib for the Calibration.

It would be fun.

O and then I would have to setup the audio system. Calibrate that as well.

So when should I expect my plane tickets?


Dan

[Sherardp]

I would love to come over and give that bad boy a ISF calibration. But I would have to fly to Japan, eat mad sushi , maybe check out all the cool spots ,hit the audio shops, go shopping , check out all the local hotties, then hit the crib for the Calibration.

It would be fun.

O and then I would have to setup the audio system. Calibrate that as well.

So when should I expect my plane tickets?


Dan

Everything calibrating over here already, had the projector calibrated at AVS, sure you could probably tweak my auduo setup a tad more outside of MCACC and my SPL meter. You can crash here but you have to pay your own route. Food, hotties, bars, drinks, all on me. Come on out.

[Grimster74]

I would love to come over and give that bad boy a ISF calibration. But I would have to fly to Japan, eat mad sushi , maybe check out all the cool spots ,hit the audio shops, go shopping , check out all the local hotties, then hit the crib for the Calibration.

It would be fun.

O and then I would have to setup the audio system. Calibrate that as well.

So when should I expect my plane tickets?


Dan

I'm not too far from PA Dan, I have Sherards old HD1 that your more than welcome to come by and ISF calibrate. I have no problem throwing you up for the night and filling you full of beer and food.:D So if your every in the area, hit me up sometime.

Rob

[mantis]

Everything calibrating over here already, had the projector calibrated at AVS, sure you could probably tweak my auduo setup a tad more outside of MCACC and my SPL meter. You can crash here but you have to pay your own route. Food, hotties, bars, drinks, all on me. Come on out.

I gotta plan a trip to Japan.

Dan

[mantis]

I'm not too far from PA Dan, I have Sherards old HD1 that your more than welcome to come by and ISF calibrate. I have no problem throwing you up for the night and filling you full of beer and food.:D So if your every in the area, hit me up sometime.

Rob
Will do , Isn't there a famous beach down there?

Dan

[appadv]

I'm not too far from PA Dan, I have Sherards old HD1 that your more than welcome to come by and ISF calibrate. I have no problem throwing you up for the night and filling you full of beer and food.:D So if your every in the area, hit me up sometime.

Rob

Isn't Sherard's old HD1 already calibrated? The only differences I can think of are screen and room, so it shouldn't require much more than adjustments to color temp. to match the screen??

[Sherardp]

Isn't Sherard's old HD1 already calibrated? The only differences I can think of are screen and room, so it shouldn't require much more than adjustments to color temp. to match the screen??

Yeah PJ was calibrated by local Japanese video shop, then other tweaks by myself using DVE software. Not much left to do with it, perhaps color temp as mentioned. That HD1 is a beast though, I liked it allot.

Hey Dan you should take Rob up on that offer man, not far at all. I go through there and visit after going to McConnellsburg PA for meetings. Dude can really grill and his family is awesome. That HT room is very sweet. Hence the ideas for my own room.

[appadv]

Great, I know these JVC's look great but when calibrated they are even better.

[Sherardp]

Great, I know these JVC's look great but when calibrated they are even better.

I think you should own one also.

[appadv]

Haha, I'm on a budget and the Epson is pretty good so far.