Friday, February 14, 2014

Is this a good projector for gaming?




quinlan7


im gonna use it for gaming on my xbox 360 in a pretty small room. any good? heres the stats:
Image Display
Projector Display SystemLCD, 0.6" TFT Poly x3
Native ResolutionXGA (1024 x 768)
Number of Pixels786,432 x 3 = 2,359,296
Lumens Brightness2000 ANSI Lumens
Contrast Ratio400:1
Aspect Ratio4:3
SystemNTSC, NTSC4.43, Pal, PAL-N-M, SECAM
HDTV Compatibility480i, 480p, 575i, 575p, 720p, 1035i, 1080i
Lens System
LensF1.7/f=0.79"
Focus/Zoom AdjustingManual focus, Digital zoom
Lens ShiftNo
Recommended Projection SizeFrom 40" up to 300" Diagonal, at a throw distance of 4.3 to 33'
Features
Keystone CorrectionVertical +/- 20%
Ceiling MountableYes
Rear Screen ProjectionYes
Projection Tilt OptionYes
Built-in Speaker1.0W mono
Input/Output Connectors
Input TerminalsComputer
D-sub 15 pin - VGA x1
Video
Composite: RCA x1
Component: D-Sub15 input w/optional cable

Audio
Mini-jack (stereo) x1
RCA (L/R) x2

Output TerminalsD-sub 15 x1
Audio mini jack (stereo) x1 (variable)
Control ProtocolRS-232C - service port
General
Lamp (Bulb)200 Watt UHP Lamp
up to 4000 Hour Life Expectancy
Fan Noise25 dB (Eco mode)
Remote ControlYes
Power Requirements250W, 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD)13 x 3.1 x 9.3" (330.20 x 78.74 x 236.22mm)
its a sanyo



Answer
It's a "business" class projector, but would work fine for games on a 360. Note that the low contrast ratio (400:1) will limit the picture quality, but that isn't as important for games as for video. Similarly the video processing may be somewhat less than stellar, but again it isn't that important for games.

I can't comment on how big an image you will get since this depends on the optics and the distance you can get back from the screen. That said, in a small room a 60-70" image should be large enough (and possible).

I don't see any mention of price, but for $400-$500 or so this would be an OK choice. Just note that you will have to replace the lamp every year or so (depending on use) and that will cost ~$350 or so. As an LCD based model it may cost more than this ... if so consider a DLP based BenQ, InFocus or Optoma ... you should be able to find one in the $500 range.

I can't comment on how this compares to many other similar projectors that would work too, but Sanyo have a long history in projectors so it's a name brand.

Do you use a Media projector?




Numbskull


I was thinking of buying one.
How are they for use as a computer display?
How are they for dvd viewing or Xbox 360?
The retail outlets, that I have been to, do not have working units on display and I do not know anyone who has one.

I would like to know your opinion on the display quality,to decide if it is worth throwing down the $600.+ just to find out the pictur is crappy.
thankz :)



Answer
I use an HD (720p) projector in my home theatre instead of an HDTV ... great way to get a BIG (110") picture. Just like being at the movies!

There are two main classes of projectors: business and home theatre. Both can usually be connected to a computer via a VGA input (or DVD-D).

Relative to home theatre projectors business models are usually less expensive (ca $500-$800), more portable, brighter (1500+ lumens), have poorer video processing, are noisier and often 4:3 aspect ratio (vs 16:9). In short, business models are best for bright primary colours and work OK with video sources, they are really less suited to movies, games and TV than HT models.

You really want a HT model, and these fall in three basic classes based on resolution: 480p ($500-$1000), 720p ($900+), 1080p ($1800+).

While a big picture is great -- particularly with a high contrast (2000:1 or better), HD model (720p or better), note that projectors work best in a dim/dark room (the image is washed out in bright light) and lamps need to be replaced every 2-4000 hrs and cost $300-$500 a pop. ... so projectors are not inexpensive to run.

See the link for reviews and pictures. (www.projectorreviews.com)

You can buy used projectors, but given lamps may be almost shot it is probably a good idea to by a reconditioned or new model on sale.

Good luck.




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