D-ILA® Full Resolution 8K Projector

JVC has developed a D-ILA™ projector for Super Hi-Vision (8Kx4K) that NHK of Japan has proposed as a standard for an ultra-high-resolution display system format. In previous demonstrations, the Super Hi-Vision image was created using two 4K2K D-ILA projectors in a vertical stacked configuration. This method could not reproduce the pixel definition of 8Kx4K precisely. A three- chip D-ILA projector has been realized using the new 8K by 4K (33Mpixel) 1.75-inch diagonal D-ILA device developed by JVC. This prototype is the world first full 8K × 4K resolution projector. The LCOS backplane required advancement in LSI technology. JVC developed new high voltage transistors and MIM capacitors for the small pixel size. A pixel pitch of 4.8 μm was achieved. A new optical engine was developed to meet the increased brightness and contrast ratio required for Super Hi-Vision. 10,000 lumens with a 5500:1 sequential contrast ratio were demonstrated. A D-ILA projector interface for the high data transfer rate required for real time 8K by 4K images was developed. In addition the system connectivity and ease of installation were improved. The projector will be used for the development of Super Hi-Vision by NHK and establishment of a new standard. The projector will provide high image realism and brightness for demanding applications in visualization, simulation and entertainment.