Barco MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit

Name: Barco MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit for Rear-Projection Video Walls
Brand: Barco
SKU: barco-mvl-721-laser-upgrade-kit
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Barco MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit converts an existing MVL-721 LED rear-projection video wall to RGB laser light while keeping the installed screen in place. It offers Full HD resolution, 1800:1 on-screen contrast, up to 170% of the REC709 colour triangle and a light source rated above 125,000 hours. It suits control rooms and boardrooms in Qatar that already own an MVL-721 wall and want lower power use and quieter operation.

Upgrading a legacy LED video wall instead of replacing it

The Barco MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit is built for organisations that already run an MVL-721 rear-projection video wall with LED illumination. Instead of replacing the whole wall, the kit swaps the light source for RGB laser. Barco's article reference R9869640 identifies the upgrade path from the MVL-721 to the ODL-721. The kit is designed to work with a screen already installed on site, either an FXS or a WV-FEL, so the existing screen and its gap stay as they are.

Key performance figures

The kit runs at Full HD, 1920 x 1080 pixels, and reaches on-screen contrast of 1800:1. Colour coverage extends to up to 170% of the REC709 colour triangle, giving a wider palette than the LED system it replaces. Barco names higher brightness and a longer lifetime as the main gains, and the light source is rated above 125,000 hours in both Normal and Eco mode. White points can be customised, and brightness uniformity is typically 95% at ANSI 9 and 90% at ANSI 13.

Power, heat and noise planning

Power: 200 W in Normal mode and 120 W in Eco mode, with Barco quoting up to 50% lower power consumption.
Heat output: 680 BTU/h in Normal mode and 390 BTU/h in Eco mode.
Noise: less than 20 dB measured 3 metres in front of the wall.
Power input: 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz, which covers Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz mains.
Operating range: 5°C to 35°C, up to 80% humidity non-condensing.

Heat and temperature matter more in Qatar than in most markets. Summer outdoor temperatures often exceed 45°C, so the wall must sit in an air-conditioned room able to hold conditions within the 5°C to 35°C range. Plan the cooling load around the 680 BTU/h figure before you commit.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three situations suit this kit well:

A government operations room in Doha where an existing MVL-721 wall still performs well, and the facilities team wants more brightness and a longer service life without rebuilding the room.
A corporate boardroom in West Bay or Msheireb where quiet operation during meetings matters and the wall is a fixed feature of the room.
A university or training centre in Education City running a multi-screen collaboration space, where network access lets the IT team manage settings remotely.

What to plan before ordering

Confirm the existing unit is an MVL-721 and that the screen is an FXS or WV-FEL. Measure the rear space for the 1310 mm depth and keep the rear access area clear for service. Check the connections: two DisplayPort 1.2 inputs, one DisplayPort output, two HDMI 2.0 inputs, all supporting 4K at 60Hz, plus two Ethernet ports. The two USB ports are for power only. A free site survey from SmartRooms Qatar can confirm space, cooling and cabling before the quotation is finalised.

Request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar for the MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit. We supply and deliver to all eight municipalities of Qatar, accept purchase orders and government tenders, and usually issue quotations within one working day.

Highlights

Upgrades legacy Barco MVL-721 LED systems to RGB laser
Light source life above 125,000 hours in both modes
200 W Normal and 120 W Eco power draw
Full HD 1920 x 1080 with 1800:1 contrast
Up to 170% REC709 colour triangle coverage
Under 20 dB noise measured 3 metres in front

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

24 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

General Specifications24

Article number: R9869640: Upgrade MVL-721 -> ODL-721
Dimensions: Depth: 1310 mm
Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Power consumption: Normal: 200 W Eco: 120 W
On-screen contrast: 1800:1
Color: Up to 170% REC709 color triangle
Screen: Support to already installed FXS or WV-FEL installed at customer site
Display technology: Rear projection DLP (Rear Access)
Screen gap: As per already installed screen
White point: Customized white points
Brightness uniformity: Typ. 95% ANSI 9 Typ. 90% ANSI 13
Light source: RGB laser illumination (Laser Class 1 RG2)
AC input voltage: 100 – 240 VAC, 50-60Hz
Light source lifetime: > 125.000 hrs. in both Normal and Eco mode
Noise Level: Less than 20 DB (measured from 3 meters in front)
Connectivity: 2x DP1.2 inputs & 1x output (4K@60Hz) 2x HDMI 2.0 inputs (4K@60Hz) 2x USB ports (only for power) 2x Ethernet ports
Conditions for operation: 5°C-35°C | 41°F-95°F Up to 80% humidity (non-condensing)
Heat dissipation: Normal: 680 BTU/h Eco: 390 BTU/h
Signal processing: Loop through Cropping, scaling with wall configuration
Integration to third party equipment: WEB service API
Direct ethernet access: Built in web server
HDCP: 2.2 compliance
Graphical user interface: All settings and operational parameters
Warranty: 2 years

Downloads

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PDF Datasheets MVL-721-Laser-Upgrade-Kit-en-Spec-sheet.pdf 474 KB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site Manuals, drivers and support

Questions about MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit

What is the Barco MVL-721 Laser Upgrade Kit used for?

It replaces the LED light source of an existing Barco MVL-721 rear-projection video wall with RGB laser illumination, so the wall keeps running with higher brightness, a wider colour gamut and a longer lifetime. It is an upgrade for owners of the legacy LED system, not a standalone display. Organisations in Qatar with an MVL-721 wall in a control room or lobby can request a quote to scope the work.

Which Barco wall does this kit upgrade?

It is designed for the legacy LED-based MVL-721 system. Barco's article reference R9869640 identifies the upgrade path from MVL-721 to ODL-721. Before ordering, confirm the existing unit is an MVL-721 and that the screen is an FXS or WV-FEL already installed on site, since the kit supports those screens. Send the model details with your request so the quotation can be checked against your installation.

Does the kit work with the screen already installed?

Yes. Barco states that the kit supports an already installed FXS or WV-FEL screen at the customer site, so the existing screen does not need replacing and the screen gap follows the current installation. This suits a fixed boardroom wall in a Doha ministry or company, where replacing the whole system would disrupt the room for longer.

How much power does the upgraded wall draw?

The kit draws 200 W in Normal mode and 120 W in Eco mode, and Barco describes up to 50% lower power consumption. Heat output is 680 BTU/h in Normal mode and 390 BTU/h in Eco. For a facilities manager in Lusail or Al Sadd, these figures help size air conditioning and estimate running costs.

What operating temperature does it need in Qatar?

Barco specifies operation between 5°C and 35°C with up to 80% humidity, non-condensing. Qatar summer temperatures regularly pass 45°C, so the wall must sit in an air-conditioned room that keeps conditions within that range. Ask SmartRooms Qatar for a free site survey to check cooling and airflow before you approve the quotation.

Is it quiet enough for a boardroom or classroom?

Barco rates noise below 20 dB measured from 3 metres in front of the wall, and compares it to library-level quiet. That suits a West Bay boardroom or a classroom where fan noise would carry during presentations. Measure the room at the exact wall position, because the figure applies at 3 metres in front.

What connections does the kit provide?

The kit has two DisplayPort 1.2 inputs and one DisplayPort output, supporting 4K at 60Hz, plus two HDMI 2.0 inputs at 4K 60Hz and two Ethernet ports. The two USB ports are for power only and do not carry data. HDCP 2.2 compliance supports protected content from compatible sources.

Can the wall be controlled from a building management or third-party system?

Yes. The data lists a web service API for third-party integration, a built-in web server reached directly over Ethernet, and a graphical user interface covering all settings and operational parameters. An IT team at a Doha bank or ministry can manage the wall over the network without opening the cabinet, within its own security policy.

How does cropping and scaling work with the wall?

Signal processing supports cropping and scaling to match the wall configuration, so a control room source can be mapped across the full wall layout. Confirm the layout and source resolutions with your integrator before installation. Stating these settings in the quotation helps avoid changes on site later.

What warranty comes with the kit?

Barco lists a two-year warranty for this kit, and SmartRooms Qatar supplies it covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The light source is rated above 125,000 hours in both Normal and Eco mode, a separate figure from the warranty period. To confirm the terms that apply to your order, request a quote.

Can a government body buy this through an LPO or tender?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, including Monaqasat, with payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. This suits a government body or public institution upgrading one or more MVL-721 walls. We deliver to all eight municipalities of Qatar, and the quotation can be prepared to match your LPO requirements.