Optoma EP719
Business/Education Projector

Bill Livolsi, January 30, 2006

ProjectorCentral.com

A few weeks ago, we reviewed the excellent Optoma EP716 in the SVGA shootout. Now, following closely on its heels comes the Optoma EP719, an XGA business projector that retains the EP716's small form factor and low weight. At street prices around $1000, the EP719 offers a lot more resolution for a small price increase, and is an attractive option for both education settings and portable presentation use.

Specifications. 2000 ANSI lumens, 2500:1 contrast, native 4:3 format 1024x768 resolution DLP chip with a 2x rotation speed color wheel.

Compatibility. HDTV 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i, and computer resolutions up to SXGA+ (1400x1050). Full NTSC / PAL / SECAM.

Lens and Throw Distance. 1.10:1 manual zoom/focus lens. Throws a 100" diagonal image from 12.9 feet to 14.2 feet.

Lamp Life. 2,000 hours, 3,000 hours in eco mode.

Connection Panel. One composite video, one S-Video, One VGA-in port, one VGA-out port, one 1/8" audio-in, one DVI port with HDCP, and one RS232 port for an external control.

Installation Options. Table mount, rear shelf mount, ceiling mount.

Warranty. Two years.