New Optoma HD33 HD3300 1080p 3D Projector Review - Page 147

A/V receivers HDMI I/O (even if pass through only), and HDMI switches are the main cause of projector lockups these days. I would try a different HDMI cable with no switch and see if it still ever locks up.

i troubleshot this extensively (with different cables, direct path to the projector, etc) back when i was on C02 firmware and still got lockups. Although less frequent, I am experiencing the same exact thing about every other day now.

it's operational during the lockup, it just won't respond to remote commands and the power button doesn't turn the unit off.

I would send it in. Customer service was excellent.

I too have a very simple setup. One Hdmi to pannie 3d player, other hdmi to Ps3. Then an Optical toslink for audio to receiver. Complicated setups might be the cause, but I would replace it just in case it is a faulty unit CO4 or not. I certainly wouldnt be at all happy with that.

Guys, like i stated a couple of times already, I get lockups even when i bypass the hdmi switcher in my receiver. I have the second hdmi input to the projector hooked up to a secondary hdmi cable that runs back to my cabinet so that I can plug any of my sources directly to the Optoma. So it's not a "complicated setup issue". Handling a source that is switching hdmi shouldn't really be an issue anyway.

My old epson never had a problem with lockups and I was switching 6-7 hdmi sources for years.

The fact that co4 was supposed to stabilize lockups means that Optoma was aware that there was a lockup issue, correct? Why would they try to fix an issue with lockups if it wasn't an issue? I'm definitely getting less frequent lockups but it's still happening.

I'll be sending my unit in for a swap, but I'll be moving on to a different projector if the new unit also locks up. It's just not sufficient for my needs/setup if these lockups are considered "normal". I go back and forth from Xbox/Ps3/Bluray/Cable/Apple TV quite a bit, I guess I need to find a projector that can handle a source that is hdmi switching a lot.

I have the hd3300

I tried to play a 3d sbs movie the other day in vlc home theatre player and I couldn't get the pj to go into sbs mode.....any ideas on that problem?

did you get any 3d viewing options ? If i am understanding correctly are you saying that choosing SBS in the 3d menu isn't triggering any action?

When I hit the down arrow button on the remote to select top down, sbs, etc, nothing happens

So what is the lowest cost A/V receiver that works with 3D and this projector well ?

Are you using an HDMI input on the HD3300 for your computer?

Hi guys, new to the forum and after doing a bit of research re the hd33, I would appreciate it if anyone could fill in some gaps based on your experience for me. Its also my first projector so there may things that I am overlooking.

1. Is the lack of a lens shift a practical issue if it is to be celing mounted. Does the pj need to be substantially lower, especially because my intention is to project the image only half way up.

2. I was under the impression that 3d was only supported with hdmi 1.4a and not hdmi 1.4. I am intending to use the macmini as the htpc which currently supports hdmi 1.4.
3. My aim is to set the image up to aspect 2.35:1 the majority of the time. Would there be any issues to oscillate between this and the 16:9 considering the lack of lens shifts.

Thanks for your help.

Thanks mate, I have also gone through the user mannual. I like the idea of the Superwide option. It seems that the specs will accommodate my placement. I will have to compromise a bit but thats ok.

I have to now confirm that it is digitally compatible with a macmini 2011 server model which uses intel graphics. I have emailed them to ask since I could not find any info on it.

Yes, 1.4. It worked fine before but now it doesn't work. Just seeing if anybody had this problem and found a fix for it.

i think u need EDID handshake for ur projector and receiver/PC.

Unfortunately not, regular 3d bd's play fine from pc with TMT5

You need a player that will play 3D SBS format like TMT or Powerdvd.

Its been awhile, but I seem to remember just putting the movie in full screen on any player(vlc, tmt, powerdvd, wmp) and then selecting sbs on the pj menu and it played fine.

If I'm mistaken, does TMT5 have a 3d sbs option?

yes

Thanks, I'll give that a shot, will report back

Just watched Imax - Hubble 3D. Amazing 3D. I watched it with 3D Stock Settings on New HD33 I received from Optoma and was blown away. Felt as if I was right there in space with these guys.

I had a friend over and both of us were saying WOW the whole way through it.
Check it out. Worth Every Penny IMO.

It's pretty expensive, I bet this thing would look awesome on my JVC given how dark the blacks go in space scenes. JVC does not ghost in dark scenes much, if at all.

There was no way I was going to pay full price. I waited until it went on sale. Dude, I got it for $19 at BB. On sale right now. (I think I can post price right?), Let me tell you, Blacks on HD33 are awesome in space. No ghosting at all.

Thanks, grabbing me a copy ASAP!
(Edited: It was already sold out online, don't really want to store hop either for one bluray)

Technically we can't post prices, but it's ok to refer to things now and then, somewhat of a gray area at times.

I am sure the blacks are decent on the HD33, but the JVC blacks are reference level. Hey I might be an HD33 owner soon, as it looks like a great unit, and the JVC is far from perfect, but the one area it kills at is black levels. The hd33 kills the JVC at general TV viewing, sports, overall 3d (especially animated 3D), and things like that.

The old saying "one projector to rule the world", just hasn't happened yet.

U have to buy in store. Call them to see if on shelf bf go there. I saw it also sold out online, went store and there it was. Right now they have a program where you can hand in old DVD and they give you $5 store credit for any bluray. so I was able to buy it 5 bucks less. Now that's a deal.

HD33 blk levels not the best, but very Acceptable.

Hi guys,

Has anyone else tried forcing 1920x1080 @ 70hz through the nvidia control panel using this projector? My projector operates normally at this setting and plays games fine, but I'm reluctant to try it long term if it has a high chance of damaging my projector for the sake of 10 more hz. Any feedback is welcome!

Thanks

Agreed, great demo material. Ultimat Wave Tahiti is another one, looks like you can reach out and touch the fish in the under water scene.

@CVH
You were right, went to Best Buy and there was a huge shelf full of discounted 3D movies all at $19.95!
Heck, there were around 10 different ones for $20 that sell online for $30+. I just bought two though, because the others didn't look worth buying. I got the Hubble 3D and Imax Space Station one.

Watching them in a moment.

so I just spoke with a rep from projector people who said the 3300 and 33 are exactly the same. He basically said optima is just stating it has the higher contrast and brightness but it really doesn't.

Any thoughts here on that? I don't believe it.