Product DescriptionOptoma's EP749 is a lightweight, multimedia data projector that features DLP technology, native XGA resolution and 2500 lumens of brightness. Weighing only 4.4 pounds, the portable EP749 is HDTV compatible and has a number of connectivity options for multiple video sources. The Optoma EP749 offers a sturdy, well-built solution for environments that demand a crisp image quality. Audio - One Internal 2-Watt Speaker / Audio Mini-Jack, RS-232 Inputs Remote Control - Fully Featured IR Remote w/ Laser Pointer Convenient DVI-D w/HDCP, component, composite and s-video inputs Adjustable cooling fan speed settings for higher altitudes Lamp Life Estimated at 2000/3000 Hours (STD/ECO) Image Size (Diagonal) 34.67? to 305? (0.9 to 7.7 m) / Aspect Ratio 4 - 3 Native, 5 - 4 &16 - 9 Compatible Weighs 4.4 pounds Dimensions (W x H x D) - 9.3? x 3.8? x 8.2? (238 x 96 x 210 mm) Manufacturer's 1 Year Limited Parts and Labor Warranty, 90 Days on Lamp
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Rating: - Nothing bad to say....
I bought this product used, but with only 38 hours on the lamp. I have had bad experiences before with used projectors, and wasn't sure about this one. But since I got it for a good price ($250) I pulled the trigger.
Much to my surprise, using it as a theater projector, the color and brightness were great. Being no stranger to HD, as a long time subscriber, I thought the HD picture was very close to what I was getting on my living room, and rec room pictures.
Rating: - Died after 350 hours. $2.25/hr
I bought this projector at Best Buy in June of '07 for about $800. I used it to watch TV and movies, often in HD, and was comfortable with the picture quality that I got for the price. As other reviews have noted the color quality isn't great, but high quality HD sources look very good. Lower quality standard def sources don't always look so good, but most of the time they are good enough.
My family and I used it about 6 hours a week, on average. After 350 hours of use (as measured by ... Read More
Rating: - Meeting Magic
We are promoters of a national/world level bicycle race. We have to give training programs to large numbers of public safety personnel and to hundreds of volunteers. The Optima EP 749 Multimedia Projector met all of our needs.
Rating: - Poor color depth
I've seen many images on many different media projectors, and the Optima projector is just, well, flat.
The color lacks depth, leaving presentations lackluster and media showings sad.
When I contacted Optima customer support, their answer was "This is a data projector and it doesn't give true color." I don't need true color, but every other projector I've seen gives better color.
I'm not happy with it, but for now I'm stuck with it.
Rating: - Good entry level
I bought this product at Best Buy. It seemed to be the best as far as resolution and still below $1000. They call it a data projector, but in fact I use it for movies and the like. DVDs play with good clarity on a typical DVD player. Settings for the computer require some adjustment. It does get a bit grainy watching mpg quality video. It seems to be better for a ceiling mount due to the projection angle. The product is impressive, but not over impressive for what is on the market today.
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- Nothing bad to say....
- Died after 350 hours. $2.25/hr
- Poor color depth