Answer M
I Need a CHEAP Projector that is around 100-300 dollars. I Am 13 and i plan on playing a ps3 on it in my room. So any Suggetions thta would look GOOD on a ps3 would be nice!!!
it doenst nedd a dvd player either
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While you may find a projector on eBay or elsewhere close to your price range (and a refurbished InFocus 4805, as suggested, would be a good choice if you can actually find one), you should be aware of a few things first.
The lamp in a projector needs to be replaced every 2-3000 hrs, so if you use for video games 3-4 hrs/day, that means you will have to replace it in as little as 18 months. And it could be sooner if you are not careful to cool down the lamp prpoerly after each use, avoid quick on-off cycles and protect against power cuts (which can shorten lamp life by ~20%).
The reason I make a big deal out of this is that a new lamp costs $300-$450 (depending on projector model), and usually only has a 90 day warranty.
Furthermore, to get a good picture from a projector rated under about 1500 lumens the room will have to be dark (or at least quite dim), and you need to project onto a screen ($200 or more to buy, $50 or so to make ... if you are handy) or onto a blank white (or light grey) wall.
Finally, make sure any model you find can be table mounted at a distance your room will accommodate for a reasonable picture size (this is not standardized).
So, a projector is a great idea, but go into the purchase planning to spend at least $250-$300 for the projector, more for a screen, and $3-$400 for a lamp in a year or so (or recognize the projector is a throw-away when the lamp goes. If you are OK with that ... happy gaming.
While you may find a projector on eBay or elsewhere close to your price range (and a refurbished InFocus 4805, as suggested, would be a good choice if you can actually find one), you should be aware of a few things first.
The lamp in a projector needs to be replaced every 2-3000 hrs, so if you use for video games 3-4 hrs/day, that means you will have to replace it in as little as 18 months. And it could be sooner if you are not careful to cool down the lamp prpoerly after each use, avoid quick on-off cycles and protect against power cuts (which can shorten lamp life by ~20%).
The reason I make a big deal out of this is that a new lamp costs $300-$450 (depending on projector model), and usually only has a 90 day warranty.
Furthermore, to get a good picture from a projector rated under about 1500 lumens the room will have to be dark (or at least quite dim), and you need to project onto a screen ($200 or more to buy, $50 or so to make ... if you are handy) or onto a blank white (or light grey) wall.
Finally, make sure any model you find can be table mounted at a distance your room will accommodate for a reasonable picture size (this is not standardized).
So, a projector is a great idea, but go into the purchase planning to spend at least $250-$300 for the projector, more for a screen, and $3-$400 for a lamp in a year or so (or recognize the projector is a throw-away when the lamp goes. If you are OK with that ... happy gaming.
Projectors?
Pasky M
I have a few questions about projectors, I am going to get one to put in my room that I want to hook my computer up to to play games on a huge screen, i want to wathc movies on it through my computer, and I want to be able to watch local t.v. chaneels on it somehow. (my budget is I'm trying to keep it under $1000 including projection screen; I already have a sound system so that's not in my budget)
Q1: What projector should I get?
Q2: I get that the amount of lumens means how bright it can get, so what would be a good amount of lumens?
Q3: What would be a good contrast ratio? (I know the higher the better, but what is minimum amount the projector should have?)
Q4: What brand?
Q5: Where should I get it (Newegg, Bestbuy, Tigerdirect?)
Q6: Is a projector worth it instead of a tv? (I have enough space for up to 200 inches, so I thought a projecter would be a good idea, because then I could roll up the screen when I didn't need, and use the space, and it's cheaper than a big t.v.)
Ummmmm.. one thing I forgot is: is there anyway I can hook my projector up to local t.v.? (like bunny ears). I also understand that all t.v. will be digital by february of next year, so could I use a digital box to get local channels to play on my projecter?
Answer
Lets see If I can help
Q1: What projector should I get?
You want to make sure that the pj you get has a native resolution of at least 1280 X 720 so you can experience 720p HD. You should be able to find one for less than $800 and I actually just picked up an Optoma HD70 for about $650 after rebate.
Q2: I get that the amount of lumens means how bright it can get, so what would be a good amount of lumens?
Anything between 1000 and 1200 should be good. You get too many Lumens and you risk washing out the picture.
Q3: What would be a good contrast ratio? (I know the higher the better, but what is minimum amount the projector should have?)
I'd look for at least 2000:1
Q4: What brand?
There a gazillion of them but I prefer Infocus, Optoma or Epson and have had good experiences with all of them.
Q5: Where should I get it (Newegg, Bestbuy, Tigerdirect?)
For gods sake not Best Buy. Personally I have bought a few from Tigerdirect, but before I do I will do a search for the specific item on Yahoo Shopping so I can compare all of the online prices.
Q6: Is a projector worth it instead of a tv?
Absolutely! Watching HD on the big screen will BLOW YOU AWAY! I have been slowly replacing ALL my TV's with projection
weeder
Lets see If I can help
Q1: What projector should I get?
You want to make sure that the pj you get has a native resolution of at least 1280 X 720 so you can experience 720p HD. You should be able to find one for less than $800 and I actually just picked up an Optoma HD70 for about $650 after rebate.
Q2: I get that the amount of lumens means how bright it can get, so what would be a good amount of lumens?
Anything between 1000 and 1200 should be good. You get too many Lumens and you risk washing out the picture.
Q3: What would be a good contrast ratio? (I know the higher the better, but what is minimum amount the projector should have?)
I'd look for at least 2000:1
Q4: What brand?
There a gazillion of them but I prefer Infocus, Optoma or Epson and have had good experiences with all of them.
Q5: Where should I get it (Newegg, Bestbuy, Tigerdirect?)
For gods sake not Best Buy. Personally I have bought a few from Tigerdirect, but before I do I will do a search for the specific item on Yahoo Shopping so I can compare all of the online prices.
Q6: Is a projector worth it instead of a tv?
Absolutely! Watching HD on the big screen will BLOW YOU AWAY! I have been slowly replacing ALL my TV's with projection
weeder
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