VAVA 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector Review

[@SFBenjaminK]

I GOT THE NEW 2021 model VAVA CHROMA in really cool deal with 100 or 120" screen INCLUDED BONDLE , till end of the month for $3500, but i got it for $2800 on launch day only on 13th same bundle ..but gonna get it in Spring , sales like hot cakes to me is the BEST of the year deal , i cant WAIT, GREAT projector this one or NEW one

[@K9388-n3z]

Had it for a week so far and absolutely love it....

[@daryenmirabal2656]

What screen are you using with it ???

[@dougmims6901]

I'm interested to know what screen you are using? Alll the research I've done I do see that a specific ust screen would be best but as a first time purchaser I want to know if I can buy a cheaper screen before going all in to test in my home?

[@shack2113]

Have a question I just got my vava 4k projector, how come I don't get projecting inage to wall? I pressed the power bottom and it does not seems to send image any idea for any issues or way to fix that?

[@mm4forever]

How many feet back can you go with the regular speakers on the vava and still have a head a good amount of sound without having to buy separate speakers? Ty

[@topperdude2007]

My understanding is that with UST projectors such as these, at the end of the 25000 hrs life, the bulb intensity just goes down to 50%. I have not heard/read anywhere that the bulbs in these units are user replaceable (similar to traditional ceiling mounted projectors) as mentioned in this video at around 7:24 into the video. I am confused as I am trying to decide on whether to go with UST projectors for home theater or stick with traditional mount projector with user replaceable bulbs. 🤔

[@kriswingert1662]

Well, it is not a "bulb", it is a LED laser aray. I tis NOT replaceable by a layperson. I repair devics such as these and I do NOT recommend you try.

[@drj7328]

Can you tell me what screen you're using

[@henrytemd]

Lasted 6 months and died. It was on working, then poof it just stopped. Tried rebooting, etc., nothing. Waiting for support at Vava.

[@jeradtech]

Oh wow. Mine still works. Hope they fix it for you.

[@henrytemd]

They keep asking for a video of it not working and replying that they cannot open the videos I send. It has been very frustrating. Thanks for replying. I am glad yours still works.

[@chrisvidro969]

hey guys I really want to buy one, but the question is what size screen do I get? is it 150" diagonal or in width?

[@jeradtech]

Diagonal. My screen is 120" and the projector had much more to give.

[@chrisvidro969]

@@jeradtech awesome. Thanks bro. Good review 👋

[@alexgomez2020]

Vava 4K is very silent. You cant hear the fans. Getting the Pet Crystal from XY screens is a must to see this during the day and lights on to use as a TV. The only downside is that it is currently not supporting 3D. I returned it and got an JMGO S3. Not as silent, but 3D is so worth it!

[@troyfmradio66]

oh my, it's just some fella go on and on and on

[@davornovak6818]

how loud are the projector fans and could you compare this projector to the lg hu85la

[@victorpulos6409]

Davor Novak lg is better then the vava

[@davornovak6818]

@@victorpulos6409 but is it better then the optoma p1

[@victorpulos6409]

Davor Novak I am waiting for reviews of Optoma p1

[@jeradtech]

I may have access to an Optoma soon to do a comparison. Let me know what you would like to see.

[@davornovak6818]

@@jeradtech main concern is fan noise and also input lag for games

[@michalsavatar7]

I can't seem to find a good UST projector that has good gaming input lag.

[@raychow5419]

Any luck updating the firmware? I’m stuck on v1.25 and can’t seem to connect via OTA. A new firmware is suppose to be release tomorrow on 11/29. Support seems to ignore the fact their servers are not working for OTA update.

[@jeradtech]

Yeah, I had a problem with updating as well but was already on the most recent version after checking their website to verify.

[@raychow5419]

StateofTech are you on v1.33 that should be the latest. Was told v1.40 suppose to be tomorrow.

[@patricksheridan2829]

Support is def an issue with VAVA - I do own it, love a lot of things about it, but the support is horrendous. You are only able to troubleshoot via email. My remote came to meet doa and it took 6 hours to get a person that could tell me that I could plug in a keyboard via usb to control the interface.

[@raychow5419]

@@patricksheridan2829 I agree, I called the support number on their site and they have no clue on what to do. They forward your question to an office in China and their support is in China. Emails some times takes up to 2-3 days for a response or sometimes not at all. They also seem to dodge your question and offer no solution. I can't even sign up for their forum where users/owners can discuss the projector. They have still yet to fix what ever the problem is for the unit able to connect and accept a firmware update.

[@patricksheridan2829]

It’s def not a 3k loss, nor did I purchase via indiegogo, but support was an issue and while it was refundable, I’m glad I didn’t have to find out how difficult that would have been to get.

[@GMOriginal3]

The problem is the screen! Its expensive since it has to be shortthrow 4k screen.. right? For 120” its $1300!! Whats the cheapest solution for this? What do you use?

[@jeradtech]

I used an old pull down screen I had. It was nothing special but it was not junk either. The quality of the image is good as you can see me share in the video. I can only imagine how good it would be with a quality screen. I may invest in that after the first of the year and will report back here in an update video.

[@GMOriginal3]

StateofTech oh you used just a normal screen. It looks already good! I may use a cheapper one for now and then when i can i will invest on a proper one.

[@JoelsterG4k]

@@GMOriginal3 Go for a cine grey if you can, then get an ALR screen, they are designed for this type of projectors, I have reviewed them in my channel using the vava, xiaomi and LG HU85LA.

[@marquisrust7301]

Would have been nice to see the projector actually working instead of hearing about movie night several times. Not everyone is meant to be on camera. Good effort though.

[@davidbeiler6364]

to much ramble huh

[@scottbronder]

i wish he actually reviewed it for anyone who would actually want to buy it

[@elguaho]

Few words about black performance would be great

[@dgelpin]

4yrs later. No software updates from day 1, I've had it that long, and no customer support. DLP chip has started to go at 2yrs, no support from Vava. I do not recommend.

[@jeradtech]

That’s a bummer. I have not had to reach out to support so I have no experience there. I’m using a different projector at the moment. Thanks for providing a long term experience.

[@silverandblackentertainment]

You cannot replace a bulb in the vava…. You have to buy a whole new unit.

[@flasha29]

Another review of the vava..with no thought of screen..like alr..or ultra short throw screen......the vava has some issues..none of which were discussed here.

[@joeb.5564]

Repetitive with no useful information.

[@panibe00]

he got rid of his speakers because kids were poking the speakers?

[@jeradtech]

I was afraid of kidsnpoking the baffles of the speakers. I had floor standing speakers.

[@LesterSuggs]

How many of these *WORTHLESS VIDEOS* do I need to watch before I hear how much this thing costs?

[@jeradtech]

Sorry. The price changes a bit here and there. I put the link in the description so it's easy to click and see the current price.

[@johnadair6108]

So mine died after four years. I'd estimate about 12,000 hours of use...and now dead....get an 85" tv...My VAVA did not live up to the hype.