Optoma MovieTime DV10 - Expert Reviews

Pros: All-in-one home theater with built-in DVD player and speakers ; relatively compact ; fairly deep blacks ; solid video processing with 2:3 pull-down

Cons: Setting it up on a coffee table isn't as easy as it should be ; so-so color decoding ; dual menu system takes some getting used to

Verdict: Though a tad pricier than we would have liked, the Optoma MovieTime DV10 does a good job delivering an all-in-one home-theater experience.

Award: Editor's Choice!

Review summary: Engine Type: DLP, Type: Consumer

Pros: Good image quality. Quiet operation. Portability. Advanced image controls.function Video(mypage, myname, w, h, scroll) {var winl = (screen.width - w) / 2;var wint = (screen.height - h) / 2;winprops = 'height='+h+',width='+w+',top='+wint+',left='+winl+ ...

Cons: Recessed s-video input incompatible with some premium A/V cables ; See the Optoma MovieTime DV10 in Action

Verdict: The Optoma MovieTime is a front-projector with an integrated DVD player that provides good image quality and quiet operation. Similar projects offer better audio quality or a brighter picture, but the MovieTime delivers a complete portable cinema ...

Review summary: The Optoma MovieTime DV10 is a successful attempt at creating a true all-in-one home cinema especially for the budget minded.

Pros: Amazing value ; cool styling ; home-cinema-in-a-box ; good image quality

Cons: No component-video input ; fragile disc-tray lid ; can't be ceiling-mounted

Verdict: Whether by choice or necessity, the DV10 is a weird-looking projector. From the top, it's "X"-like shape and rounded corners make it look distinctly UFO-like, and when the lid pops open, you half expect little aliens to jump out and invade your living ...

Review summary: The Optoma MovieTime DV10 DLP projector, the #4 Top Seller, comes with a simple principle: Plug, Play and Enjoy. For under $1500, the DV10 makes an impression with it's big picture and integrated DVD player and speakers, making it one of the hottest ...

Verdict: To make the long story short, this is a great projector if you don't want to delve into the technicalities of installation. Besides, having a 2 in 1 combo is always a nice plus!