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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.
If you have a projector at your house answer this please?
Sam
Im on a budget here, well no so much of a budget but seeing how these projectors can get up to 2, 3, and sometimes more in prices i just wanted to hear the feedback from people that have the 4-6 maybe 7 hundred dollar projectors, hows the value, hows the picture quality and whats a good brand for the money or a good model. some important facts are its for a small room for movies, games and stuff like that, the screen would be maybe 5-7 feet wide
thanks in advance
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These days projectors in the $700+ range are as good as projectors that cost $3000 several years ago. For under $1000 it's difficult (but not impossible) to get an HD (720p) projector (desirable), but even a good lower resolution projector can give a good image in a dark/dim room. You may want to keep the image size under 90" or so (diagonal), but assuming it is well calibrated (colour accuracy and saturation) and has 2000:1 or better contrast it will give a very good picture.
Just remember that projectors use high cost lamps that last 2-3 years (typically 3000 hrs) and cost $300+ to replace.
Personally, I have had two projectors now (720p and 1080p models) and won't go back to a standard HDTV. The BIG picture is just too compelling.
See link sites for some good info / recommendations.
EDIT: A sub $1000 1080p projector has just been announced. See 3rd link.
These days projectors in the $700+ range are as good as projectors that cost $3000 several years ago. For under $1000 it's difficult (but not impossible) to get an HD (720p) projector (desirable), but even a good lower resolution projector can give a good image in a dark/dim room. You may want to keep the image size under 90" or so (diagonal), but assuming it is well calibrated (colour accuracy and saturation) and has 2000:1 or better contrast it will give a very good picture.
Just remember that projectors use high cost lamps that last 2-3 years (typically 3000 hrs) and cost $300+ to replace.
Personally, I have had two projectors now (720p and 1080p models) and won't go back to a standard HDTV. The BIG picture is just too compelling.
See link sites for some good info / recommendations.
EDIT: A sub $1000 1080p projector has just been announced. See 3rd link.
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