Projectors?

1hogfan

I was wondering if I bought a projector could I use it to watch regular television such as football games? Would there be any special adapters I would need? My big screen died, (just before football season) so I want to know if a projector is a good idea or not.

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Yes you can watch TV, play video games and watch DVDs on a projector if you have either a white wall for a screen or a screen and a big enough room (preferably 10' or longer) average price varies from $500-$3000 but remember the average price of a new bulb (average life of bulb 2000-3000 hours) 400-600 days (that's watching it 5 hours a day) is about $300-$450
if you still watch a projector I recommend the Epson S3 only about 600 handles HDTV and DVDs well

What is the best projector for the ps3 for under $600?

biggles

What is the best projector for the ps3 for under $600? Preferably hd

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For under $600, scroll down to the 720p projectors on this page: http://www.projectorcentral.com/home-theater-multimedia-projectors.htm .

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I am looking for aftermarket headlights.?

Jimmy snar

Looking for good qualities headlights and somewhat stylish.I drive a white 2001 dodge ram 1500, 5.9L. Ive been looking at Smoke CCFL Halo Projector Headlights with LEDs, part number 2989334. I think the black would give good contrast and look stylish and good quality to me. Any help would be appreciated, even if its just a brand name or anything. Thanks.

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I've always liked the blacked out headlights, and it could look good on a white truck. I'm not quite sure what your question is, but most of the aftermarket brands are very hit and miss with quality. I would inspect THOROUGHLY for cracks along the seams, and maybe even put a little bit of clear silicon sealant along them and where the bulb will go in the back. These types of headlights are notorious for water intrusion which can cause all manner of serious electrical issues.
The times I have gotten them in the past has been through ebay sellers. Look for very high positive feedback, and pay particular attention to how they deal with negative feedback. If they ignore it, don't purchase from them. If they address it, at least you know they care about their reputation.

Are Spyder Halo Projector headlights good?

Yev Skripn

I was looking to buy some projector headlight for my eclipse, and wanted to know if spyder projectors will give me good light output over the stock lights?...
would they last me long, and are they good quality at all?
http://www.amazon.com/Spyder-Auto-Mitsubishi-Projector-Headlight/dp/B004W4MCTM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1332806100&sr=8-1
those are the ones i was looking at
also: i would be planning to run 6000k hid kit with those if i got them...
im not on the biggest budget for headlights, but i'd like to get the biggest bang for my buck!...

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Wow this is so great!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004W4MCTM/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=acomprar-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004W4MCTM

Headlights are one of the most important parts of your vehicles safety prevention features. When headlights are dim, have failed or are not adjusted properly, there is a drastic decrease in the driver's visibility. It is essential to equip your car with adequate lighting so you can see and also been seen by others. Spyder Auto headlights offer a sleek, innovative design that delivers optimal quality and instant upgrade to your outdated headlights.

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What is the best not used 1080p projector available?

pehlsrus@s

Not used projector.
cheapest one

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One of the best I know of is the Sony VPL-VW200. It has fairly high contrast ratio and a great luminosity. However it comes at a high price, at about $15,000 it is out of the price range of most people. For an affordable 1080p projector I recommend the Mitsubishi HC4900. It's contrast ratio is not near the Sony's but it is a very good overall projector for basic home theater use.

Best projector?

Mr.

What is the best projector for watching TV and Playing Video games. I am looking for something that gives a big picture while using a short throw range, Also bright as possible, high contrast ratio, and under 1200$. Very Clear too!!! Thanx!!

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Wow, there is a good amount of projectors available now in that price ragne. Based on what you're looking for, I would say shell out an additional $100 and go for the Panasonic PT-AE900. The projector uses LCD technology to deliver an absolutely amazing picture and performs superbly with HD. Very high contrast ratio, close pixel grid to eliminate the "screen door" effect and a great deal of inputs. Most PS2 and XBox360 games are in HD so you would benefit greatly from the performance of this projector. The unit retails for around $1300 and you can find it easily online. Check projectorpeople.com to find more information and reviews. You can also download the manual from panasonic.com to see how far you should have the projector from the screen to get the screen size you are looking for. Sound and Vision magazine also had a very good review on this unit a few months ago. Best of luck to you and enjoy it. Once you go to front projection you won't go back.

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I was thinking of buying a not-very-expensive "Zoom Box-type" projector. Anyone have any suggestions?

oscar

Looking for a step up from Zoom Box toy, but not wanting to pay with an arm or leg. What's in the ballpark?

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That projector looks horrible and cheap. It only has RCA composite video, which blown up to 60" will look like crap. I have an HD projector and when I first hooked up my PS2 to hit with just regular RCA jacks (composite video...the yellow plug) it looks horribly pixelated and soft on a focus. My screen is 115" so you can see every little pixel blown up. Then I did some research and got component cables for 20 bucks and the picture was 10 times better.

You can get an HD projector for less than a 1000 bucks, which is cheaper than most HD tvs. I have a Mitsubishi HD1000U, which is a native 720p projector with a contrast ratio of 2500:1 and 1500 lumens and it has HDMI, component video, SVGA, S-video, and regular composite video. It was 899 with free shipping from projectorpeople.com. The Mitsubishi won the Editor's Choice Awards for ProjectorCentral.com.

Right now, I watch movies with my HD-upconvert DVD player on a screen that 115" and it's true widescreen and the picture is very clear. I also play my Xbox and PS2 on that same screen and it's amazing.

Getting a projector is a lot of work to set up. You can't watch it during the day because the room has to be pretty dark. I also suggest either buying or building a screen. Screens cost anywhere from 200 to 1000 bucks, you can build one for less than 60 that works just as good if not better. I wouldn't just project the image on a wall unless you just painted it white and there are no holes from pictures or any flaw you can notice, because it will bug you when you're watching a movie. I built one and it was pretty easy.

Also, these projectors have no way of producing sound, so you'll need a receiver with speakers. I'd suggest getting one of those home theater in a box. You can get a pretty decent one for around 400 to 500 bucks. I'd suggest anything by Yamaha. I got a Sony one because it came with a hd-upconvert dvd player. It's the 7000DH and it's pretty good for the money.

Just do your research, because if you do and save your money and get the right components and cables, your home theater will rock. If you don't do the research, you'll get a sub-par system and maybe pay too much for it. My home theater set up, which includes an HD projector, Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound HTiB (home theater in a box), cable and screen cost me about 1500 bucks, and it's a very good system. I know that's a lot of money, but considering 3 years ago this would have cost 3500 bucks easy.

What kind of speakers should i get for my projector?

Shavis

So I have this projector, a Dell 1100MP, and it does not have speakers. I will be playing my Xbox and computer through it. What kind of speakers should I be getting for this?

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I would reccomend getting a surround sound reciever.

You can hook up all of your components (DVD, Computer, Xbox, etc) to your reciever and run only one cable from the reciever to the projector.

The reciever also will decode and amplify digital and anologe audio from your each compnent for speakers.

If sound quality isn't as much of an issue, you can get a home theatre in a box (all speakers included), but If sound quality is important, you should buy each component separatly.

Klipsh, JBL, and Boston make good speakers.
harmon/kardon, Pioneer, and Yamaha make good recievers.

Find a place that allows you to listen to the speakers before you buy them. If they are already showing signs of wear on display, they probably arn't good ones to buy.

Make sure your speakers are rated for the same impedance and have a higher maximum wattage than the reciever you pick.

Other tips:

Powered subwoofers are generally better than passive subwoofers.

Front fireing speakers are better for music than downfireing ones, but the opposite is true for gaming and movies.

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Is there a way to only show certain windows on my computer on the projector?

blessed316

I pull stuff up on the overhead in church alot, straight off of my computer. For a lot of things, I have to go back and forth. Is there a way to set it up so that only certain windows show up?

Example: I have a lesson outline on powerpoint up, but I want to show a video on the internet to go along with it... Is there a way to jump directly from the powerpoint to the video without everyone seeing what I'm doing?

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You can insert a youtube video into your PowerPoint presentation with one of the following 2 methods:

Method A:(Play the PowerPoint offline)
1.Download Youtube video with the free software Leawo Free Video Accelerator (http://www.leawo.com/video-accelerator/ )
2.Then convert the Youtube video to .AVI format with
Leawo Free FLV Converter (http://www.leawo.com/download/flv-converter/flvconverter_free.exe )
3.Insert the avi video into PowerPoint
Step 1: On the Insert tab, point to Movies and Sounds, and then click Movie from File.
Step 2: Click the video you want to use and then click OK.
Step 3: After you click OK, you' are promoted with a message asking how you want the movie to start in the slide show. I recommend you choosing "Automatically "even if you want the movie to play when clicked. And that's done.
Tips:
1. This is the easiest way to insert a video.
2. Only video in formats of AVI, MPEG and WMV can be inserted in this way
3. Always put the movie in the same folder as your PowerPoint presentation.If you later move the PowerPoint presentation to another computer, copy the movie too. Keeping your movie in the same folder as your presentation ensures the link will still work. However, you should always test the movie on a new machine just to be certain. Re-insert the movie, if necessary.

Method B:(Play the PowerPoint online)
You need four steps to make it:
Step 1: Get URL of the video
Step 2: Insert the ActiveX Control Shockwave Flash Object to your PowerPoint
Step 3: Add the the video link to your PowerPoint
Step 4: Fine tune the video in your PowerPoint file
More details about method B can be found at
http://dvd-ppt-slideshow.com/powerpoint-knowledge/how-to-play-youtube-video-in-powerpoint.html

how to run my antique Apollo 8mm projector?

Drewbie

i have an antique apollo projector 1935-late 40's it is an 8mm i have no idea how to run the film i have put it through the wheels and it spins infront of the lens but i couldn't see anything i tried it behind the lens but seemed like ti warped the film (to hot maybe) i have no idea how to work it and it is incredibly hard to find information for online i know excel was a partner with apollo if this helps thanks

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Cine projectors mostly set up the same. Search any instructions you can find to get a general idea of how these things work. There's a really clear and easy to follow video here on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9HcCIusrdY

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What is the best HD Projector and screen to buy?

gregory m

I want HD, or LCD with a good price, that I can watch tv and play games on.

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The consensus is that the best 1080p projector for the dollar is the Epson Home Cinema 1080 UB (See first link for a typical review) ... although there are other good choices .. particularly if you are willing to spend more (See 2nd link).

That said, HD projectors include 720p models (not just 1080p) and cost significantly less.

The "BEST" projector is a very personal decision though (which is why I haven't pointed to a specific brand/model ... other than the Epson) because each model has differences that may make it "better" for your needs / tastes than another.

See the reviews at the two linked sites and look for comparative reviews since they point out the relative strengths and weaknesses. I know it's easier to have someone say "buy this one", but you owe it to yourself (given the money involved) to do the work of defining your needs (based on space available, room conditions, budget, intended programming, personal taste, etc) to define your needs then assess available models against the resulting criteria.

Same for screens. The BEST is arguably a Stewart screen, but Carada, Da-Lite and others are better value for the money, and a DIY screen (many options here) may be the best of the lot (on a value for money basis). See the last link for more.

Is 3000 lumens too bright of a projector for a small room?

datdooppy

I have a 800 sq. ft. apartment. My living room, where I'll have the projector, is about 10 x 25. Im looking for a projector that I will be using on a regular basis for tv(hd satelite box), movies(standard dvd for now), and video games(xbox 360 with hdmi hookups). Im not sure how many lumens I need. I'm just a little afraid of the picture being not bright enough since I will be using the projector on a daily basis and anything but a perfect picture will get annoying.Outside light will not be a problem because I will be blacking out the windows with 100% window tint. Not sure what screen size I'll be going with but will probably be a 100 inch motorized screen.

Ive been looking at three projectors on ebay that seem good and are in my price range(both w/ 3000 lumens):

Sharp PG-MB66X(DLP)
NEC VT770 (LCD)
Optoma EP-758(DLP)

Email me if you need anymore information, thanks for everyones help.

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3000 lumens is WAY too bright. If you have light control in the room you won't need more than 1000-1200 lumens (That is rated brightness, when adjusted for best colour 400-500 lumens is fine).

Read some of the reviews at the 1st link ... for HT use on a screen about 100" you don't need more.

You don't specify a price range, but based on the proposed projectors you appear to be considering the $1000 and up range. I'll assume
you are not thinking a 1080p projector ($2200 and up) ... so will focus on 720p models. That said, the projectorcentral.com site has a listing of recommended HT projectors on the home page ... a good place to start re a number of models that are highly rated.

I would recommend a Home theatre model rather than a conference room/business projector. They are not as bright because light control is assumed, but generally are quieter (cooling fans), have better colour accuracy, and superior video processing.

The calculator at the second link not only helps determine distance to fit a screen size, but also indicates acceptable brightness ranges based on use type/room. Have a look for an approriate projector for your room in concert with this projector. Also see the viewing distance calculator (3rd link) as a starting point given your room dimensions.

Two to consider in the $1300 range are the Panasonic PT-AX200U and Sanyo PLV-Z5 (A comparative review is provided at the 4th link). A somewhat less expensive alternative is the Benq W500 (under $1000) -- Review at the 5th link.

These sites are collectively a wealth of info.

Add the DIY Screen section at AVS Forum (6th link) and you have everything in terms of info to build a great screen for under $100 (in case you would rather put $$ saved on a screen into a better projector.

Cheers.

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PROJECTOR.... Whats a good projector? List......?

Joshua

Something for 200 or under on ebay? Something that I'm going to be useing in a dark room for watching movies on. It don't have to be a great image but not crappy like a view finder either....

I have a list

1.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-LCD-HOME-THEATER-VIDEO-PROJECTOR-TV-DVD-PC-GAME-/250648208141?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a5bcc230d

2.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Optoma-Pico-PK101-DLP-Cell-Phone-Video-Pocket-Projector-/310223559534?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item483ac3db6e

3.
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Cinemin-Swivel-Pico-Projector-use-w-ipod-8410-/250628927074?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a5aa5ee62


I'm Just lost, I don't wanna spend no more then 200-250. I Just want to know which one would be best and if there is anything cheaper out there that is about the same, Please don't tell me about models that are like 100-500 dollars more. I need something within my budget.

Thanks

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Hi

Check the videos on utube just key in projector or a brand name or Chinese projector will usually work and you may find use full addresses in your country to get one.

when i buy an hd projector what kind of specs do i look for?

Diabs

there are 200 dollar projector and then there are 5000 dollar projector...so what should i look into when i buy one?

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You underestimate. Projectors go to well over $50,000. But I get your point. In general you won't get a reasonable projector for HT use for under $500-$600 and $1000 is a better bet. On the other hand there is little need to look beyond $3000. As with most things beyond that small performance gains cost $$$.

See the link for a good starting place. Read the various articles and then think about what you need/want. Every projector is a bit different in terms of specs, strengths and weaknesses and each represents a different benefit-cost point. You can reduce the choices quickly if you know, for example, what light conditions you intend, room size and height, where you want to put the projector (e.g. rear shelf, ceiling) and whether it will be a fixed installation or not.

I spent over 6 months reading about projectors and reviews of specific models before buying my first projector, and it was time well spent.

In general you want the highest resolution you can afford, but you also want adequate brightness (1000-1500 lumens is fine for HT use), contrast ratio (although specs on this are very misleading, so are a guide at best), excellent colour accuracy, and good flexibility to calibrate the image. Features like zoom lens range and lens offset are important for initial setup but usually add cost without impacting performance.

Finally, consider warranty period and cost of replacement lamps. A 2-3 yr warranty and a $250 lamp price can be very attractive relative to 1year and $700!

Good luck.

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what front projector screen size?

gandalf

The distance from sitting area to screen will be 11-12 ft. What is the maximum screen size I should get? I am getting a 1080p front projector for blu-ray movies if that helps.

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The maximum screen size as well as screen performance depends on several factors, which include:

     ⢠The interior dimensions of your viewing environment;
     ⢠The placement of the projector (governed in part by the lens shift function (if so equipped) and the throw distance. The latter is dependent on the focal length and the zoom ratio of the lens);
     ⢠The post optimization and/or calibration light output of the projector;
     ⢠The peak gain of the screen;
     ⢠The resolution of the projected image;
     ⢠The (corrected) visual acuity of the viewer(s);
     ⢠The ability to control the amount of ambient light in your viewing environment;
     ⢠The video and image processing performance of the projector or outboard video processor;
     ⢠The performance of the video source equipment;
     ⢠The source material;
     ⢠And last but not least your budget.

You will want to choose a quality projection screen that is optimized for HD video projectors, which has an aspect ratio of not less than 16:9 and a peak gain between 0.9 and 1.4. Keep in mind that the higher the screen gain the narrower the viewing angle (aka viewing cone) before you hit the half-gain point. This will be important if you expect to accommodate up to several people in the room at any given time. You should also give consideration to using a gray, high contrast screen if there will be any ambient light present during viewing. You will also want to use a black velour or velvet screen frame finish or masking, i.e. border, that absorbs over-scan, which helps to increase perceived contrast.

Realistically there are few consumer-oriented video projectors under roughly US$10,000 that will allow youâeven under the best of conditionsâto project a (16:9) HD video image larger than 120 inches diagonally while maintaining a sufficiently bright, reasonably uniform image that possesses good contrast and minimal color shift over a viewing angle of more than 50 to 60 degrees.

At a viewing distance of 11 to 12 feet, for one or more viewers possessing normal visual acuity viewing a 1920 Ã 1080p video image of good image quality, you will want to use a 16:9 (or even a 1.85:1) aspect ratio screen with a diagonal size of approximately 84 to 90 inches give or take no more than roughly 6 inches; providing your projector and room dimensions will accommodate a screen size in this range. (Note: using a native 1920 Ã 1080p âFull HDâ DLP or LCOS video projector will allow you to fudge a little toward the higher end of the screen-size range. If youâre using a Full HD 3LCD video projector you should limit yourself to a slightly smaller maximum screen size, e.g. no greater than 90 inches, especially if there will be any ambient light in the room.) For a brief list of the more popular projection screen manufacturers please see my answer to the Yahoo! Answers question titled âWhat is best screen for Optoma HD80,â to which Iâve provided a link below.

I strongly encourage you to use the popular interactive Projection Calculator Pro utility on ProjectorCentralâs Website to verify which screen size, screen gain and projection variables will provide the best performance for your viewing environment. Just remember that the reported Image Brightness value is based on the projector manufacturerâs often exaggerated and unrealistic brightness or light output specification.

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Planning and Setting Up a Front-Projection Home Theater
http://www.isftv.com/Article_Planning_and_Setting_Up.html

Projection Calculator Pro - Throw Distance and Screen Size
http://www.projectorcentral.com/projection-calculator-pro.cfm

Viewing Distance Calculator
http://www.myhometheater.homestead.com/viewingdistancecalculator.html

Screen Size vs. Viewing Distance vs. Resolution
http://www.carltonbale.com/2006/11/1080p-does-matter/

Screen size versus Optimum Viewing Distance
http://www.practical-home-theater-guide.com/Tv-viewing-distance.html

[PDF] Specifying Projection Screens in Six Easy Steps
http://www.cinemasource.com/articles/screens_six_steps.pdf
[PDF] Types of Home Theater Projection Screens
http://www.cinemasource.com/articles/screen_types.pdf

THX Home Theater Display Setup
http://www.thx.com/home/setup/display.html
THX Certified Cinema Design - Screen Placement
http://www.thx.com/cinema/builtTHX/screen.html
[PDF] THX Theatre Alignment Program (TAP) Guidelines
http://www.thx.com/library/pdf/guidelines.pdf

[PDF] Research on Human Factors in Ultra-High-Definition Television to Determine its Specifications
http://www.nhk.or.jp/digital/en/technical/pdf/IBC2007_08040906.pdf

Practical Projection Pointers
http://motion.kodak.com/US/en/motion/Hub/projectionPointers.htm

How to determine BEST screen size for home theatre projector viewing?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071121170743AAnVZ3T
300-inch projector [screen]?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070412204130AA58dGc
What is best screen for Optoma HD80? What size best image?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090226095949AATpahf
General home theater projector questions and...
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090213080745AAdJG1N
What is good distance to watch 42 inches television?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070530083548AA33IHN

HDTV Display Technology Shoot-Out
http://www.displaymate.com/shootout.html
Display Technology Shoot-Out
Comparison of CRT, LCD, Plasma, DLP and LCoS Technologies
http://www.displaymate.com/ShootOut_Comparison.htm
 

projector question?

lionsroar2

i want to get a projector but i can only put it 6-7 feet away from the wall. how big would the screen projection be: width*height if possible.

also if i do get it and i get a ceiling mount will i be able to point the picture down so it doesnt have to be in the middle of the room?

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Hi there. Projectors with short throw lenses are available with minimum projection distances from 1.1 up to 2.3. 1-2 : 1 means the projector needs to be one to two meters back from the screen for a one metre image .2-3 : 1 means the projector needs to be 2 to 3 metres back from the screen to view a one metre image.Special lenses are available to attach to your projector lens to increase the image from the same distance. If you have the projector mounted on the ceiling make sure you get one with a "lens shift "feature. Which means you dont have to angle the projector down.The projector should be perpendicular to the screen to avoid a distorted image.The lens shift feature moves the image up or down while the projector is pointing straight ahead.

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What Home Theatre Projector has the cheapest bulb to replace?

Clayton A

I would like to purchase a projector with at least 800x600 that has a bulb replacement cost of under $100.
A friend told me that such a projector exists, but have yet to find it.
I also would like the projector to be less than $600.

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I would like to find a cheap bulb for replacement too. Just hope mine never needs to be replaced. As far as you wanting a projector under $600, just remember you get what you pay for. I'm sure you can find one but don't plan on having good results from it.

help choosing a projector!?

lynx6201

I'm looking for a home theater projector (~1500$ range or less) for my pool house. The building is about the size of a large living room, and there are a lot windows.

The main thing I've found, is that I probably want something thats pretty bright, a lot of lumens (is 3000 necessary?). I picked out two I thought might work, but since there are so many, I really don't know where to start, but I've been looking at some reviews on cnet..

1. http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater-projectors/dell-2400mp-dlp-projector/4505-7858_7-31878925.html?ttag=rev_spon_prod

2. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824248056

Answer
There are a lot of multimedia/presentation projectors that have high lumens but they are typically less than ideal for home theater use. They use 4:3 ratios and generally have pixel counts like 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 which are lower than high definition's 720p or 1080p.

They may be your only affordable option though as most home theater projector don't go over 2000 lumens and most being under 1500. You could go with one of these and use a high gain screen.

A high gain grey screen would be best when you have more ambient light in your room. Of course then you're talking about a screen that could cost as much as your projector. You will probably need a grey screen to help your black levels anyway.

Ultimately though you are going to have a washed out picture with poor contrast unless you are viewing movies at night. Have you though about buying some blinds or heavy blackout curtains for your windows?

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Where can I buy good price for a projector? (under $600 )?

One Little

I need to make slid show but I have no clue what kind and where is the best to buy it. Guys?

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Here's a bargain used DLP projector which provides movie quality images with a contrast ratio of 2000:1 and a built-in speaker:

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/ele/1055066988.html

Good luck!

where can i find projector headlights for a 2005 chevy cavalier under 600 bucks?

swoll

i found one website but the healights are over 600 bucks!!!!thats way to much for me!!!

Answer
Ive searched all my chevy cavalier online stores and found no projector headlamps for the 2005 chevy cavalier.There is a good chance sence they are so many of the cavaliers were made some companys will offer them at a good price.Best of luck.

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Best home theater projector for under 500$ ?

Bernardo O

Best home theater projector for under 300 $ ?
i don't care about the brand it can even be from china as long as the picture is clear and it supports full HD but the best picture quality over all in that price range. i'm willing to buy from anywhere . Thanks in advance.

Answer
DG 737 HD Home Theater Video Projector is amazing

What is the best home theater hd projector for under $500?

Nah You?

By $500 like what they are going for used on ebay. I had a sony bravia vpl-aw15 that I got for $350 but the lamps are hard to find for that so I sold it before I had to buy a new lamp.

Answer
The Optoma HD66 seems to get the nod from a lot of people and reviwers alike another contender may be the Acer H5360 both available new for that price used look for a Mitsubishi model XD 550U or higher....

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do the iphone 5 have a hologram projector?

Carl

Answer
What!? No! lol. It doesn't have a hologram projector. They do sell ascesories that can do that though.

Can a projector make this size of image? Also, HD or SD?

Johnny

I want to use a projector instead of a TV, because the only available space is above a radiator and I'd rather put a projector screen there than any electronics like the xbox 360.

The length of my room from wall to wall (from projector to screen) is around 9.5 feet. A bit less when you consider that the projector itself would probably be around a foot long on its own, so it might be around 8.5 feet from projector to screen.

I only really have space to fit around a 50-54 inch 16:9 screen including any borders though.

Can projectors make that kind of size from that kind of distance?

Would I notice the benefit of 720p in these circumstances or should I just stick to 800 x 600?

Answer
Ok, you asked several questions in one! The other answers are correct, but I'll try and make this specific and comprehensive!

First, what projector do you have? If you let me know, I can tell you what the throw distance would be to get a 54 inch image. Typically speaking, you can get a 54 inch image with about a 6 or 7 foot throw length, depending on your projector. You definitely will be able to get a 54 inch image with 8-9 feet of throw space. Check out the calculator in the source list for exact ranges of your particluar projector.

Your second question is would you notice a benefit with a 720p projector over a 800X600 native resolution. My answer is WITH OUT A DOUBT. I actually just compared a Toshiba DLP-S25U projector with a native resolution of 800X600 to a Panasonic AX200U projector with a native resolution of 720p. The difference was incredible!

A couple of issues with projectors, as well as HD TV's:

First, there's a huge difference between 720p with a 1200:1 contrast ratio, and a 720p with a 6000:1 contrast ratio. The reason for this is because the picture sharpness and detail is all in the ability of the projector or TV to display different amounts of shading. The contrast ratio is how many shades of grey are between white and black. To get the best HD picture, you need a contrast ratio of at least 5000 or higher. Newest TV's/projectors now are 10,000-15,000:1 ratios!

Keep in mind that 720p means a native resolution of 1280X720. This means there are 60% more lines of resolution over 800X600 picture. That is truly significant! Is it life and death to upgrade? No. But if you see what 720p looks like, you won't be able to go back to 800X600!

As someone who has purchases many projectors and used them from my own home theater, to large auditorium settings, I would recommend you get a projector that has a 1280X720 native resolution, also known as 720p. Don't be fulled by projectors saying they are HD but have a native resolution of 1024X768. They will say they are 720p/1080i capable, but what it means is they can receive an input at that resolution, not that they can project at that resolution.

I would also want a projector with at least a 2500:1 contrast ratio, and would prefer 6000:1 or more. If you want to truly see the ability of HD, then you need the high contrast ratio.

Lastly, get a projector with between 1000 and 2000 lumens. I wouldn't go under 1000 in case you need it in a bigger setting at some point. Anything over 2000 would totally wash out 54 inch image and not make a good picture. I personally can recommend the Panasonic AX200U projector. It does an amazing job. It's 2000 lumens on full bright, but has an economy mode which takes it down to 1700. The contrast ratio is 6000:1, and it has a zoom lense of 2x, which is far superior to almost any other projector! Basically, from 8 ft away, you can have an image that is 40-80 inches, or anywhere between.

You can buy a brand new one on Ebay for $1250. I have used it in a small setting (about 60 inch screen), and just used it to broadcast the BCS National Title Game earlier this month on a 138 inch screen! It is a phenomenal projector for the price! Good luck!

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What would be the best projector for a Xbox 360 Elite?

DFMAN

I am planning on making a home theater in my room. I am getting a 360 elite and i was planning on buying a projector. What projector (DLP or LCD) under $700 would be the best for the 360 Elite? Where can i get it also?

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According to Consumer Search the best projectors in that price range are always the Optomas HDxx (the xx is for the corresponding number depending on when they updated their information) They're currently showing the Optoma HD65 as the best in that price range, but I've seen the Optoma HD70 and HD72 listed before. You can read more about the HD65 here:

http://www.consumersearch.com/www/electronics/projectors/

Remember though, in that price range you will only get 720p and 1080i which are not as good images as what the Xbox 360 can produce (1080p).

The Optoma HD70 is selling cheaper then the HD65 you can purchase it here:

http://www.amazon.com/Optoma-HD70-720p-Theater-Projector/dp/B000IEN8QQ

If you want in-depth reviews of different projectors, try this:

http://www.projectorcentral.com

and another good website to purchase from:

http://www.projectorpeople.com

If I were to buy a projector, which should i get?

no name

I want one for my bedroom to hook up a VCR/DVD, PS2, and surround sound. I am trying to get one for a good buy... hopefully under $700. Can you help??

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Bear with me .. I'm writing this as a general answer since I'm not sure what familiarity you have with projectors.

The performance of projectors has risen and prices have fallen considerably over the last year or so. That said, the sub $1000 price point is populated mainly by "business" projectors (lower contrast ratio, bright, but sometimes noisy, often 4:3 aspect ratio, sometimes weak video processing) lower resolution (VGA, SVGA, XGA) projectors and a mix of basic new or discontinued/used/refurbished 720p "home theatre" models (usually 16:9 format, generally better contrast ratio, quieter, less bright, better colour accuracy and superior video processing).

So what you want to do is certainly possible, although you should recognize that the picture will not be "breathtaking". But for games, VCR and normal DVD or TV signals on a moderate screen size in a dark room you should get a pretty good picture.

There are many brands and models of projector but they fall into basically two groups. Those based on LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology.

LCD projectors generally have somewhat more flexibility re. mounting (wider range zoom lens and greater offset capability) than DLP models but DLP are often considered to give a bit better picture (better blacks) and are more common in lower priced projectors.

The main issue for DLP (other than mounting flexibility) is the so called "rainbow effect" ... a visual sensitivity phenomenon a small proportion of people are sensitive to (and that manufacturers have addressed by increasing the speed (and number of segments) of the "colour wheel" in DLP projectors). You can readup on this issue separately if interested, but basically the specs for a DLP projector will include a number for colour wheel speed (typically 4x or 5x) ... and anything more than 4x on a 6 segment (or more) colour wheel is unlikely to cause problems in the vast majority of viewers. On the other hand LCD projectors are more prone to the "screen door effect" -- the visibility of lines around the pixels in the image -- which require sitting further back from the screen than for a DLP projector.

OK, so what would be a good bet for you? It's difficult to offer specific suggestions given the confusing mix at this price point but have a look at the 1st link below to search for models that meet your needs. This will give a number of possibilities that you can read up on and try to find.

To give a couple of specific possibilities, the Optoma HD70 -- a 720p DLP model -- has had good reviews (2nd link) and may be available at or near your price point, and the InFocus Playbig IN72 is another possibility (although lower resolution). Or just look at the 4th link (most more $$ than you are willing to spend ... but some possibilties). Finally, consider a discontinued/refurbished or used model that originally sold for much more. For example InFocus have a store on their US site that sells off refurbished models at good prices (5th link).

Hope this helps.

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2007ford F-150 headlight help!?

R.J. M

I'm getting angel eye halo projector headlights off e bay for x mas i was needing to know if i needed to get a conversion kit for them. here is a link to see the headlights.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/04-08-F150-ANGEL-EYE-HALO-PROJECTOR-HEADLIGHTS-BLK-LAMP_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZalgoQ3dLVIQ26ituQ3dUCIQ26otnQ3d5Q26poQ3dLVIQ26psQ3d63Q26clkidQ3d5241001944304882737QQ_trksidZp5197Q2em7QQcategoryZ33710QQitemZ130458287001

just in general what do i need to install this on my truck

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Everything needed to install the lights come with the lights. All you will have to do it hook the LED bulbs to a circuit. Weather you want them as blinkers, running lights, high beams.....

Wayne

i have a question about HID kits?

Justin

can i put an HID Dual Beam Headlight Conversion Kit - H13 Bulb (04+ F150) in my Chrome Projector Headlights with Halo (04-08 F150)???? im just a bit confused because iv read forums where they talk about doing it but then on the website that i bought my projector headlights they say that HID kits are not to be used in projector headlights. so any one who can answer the question id be very thankful.

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Projectors and HID are different and can not be used together. If you bought projectors "HID STYLE" they are not HID's and will not emit the same amount of bright light you get from real HID's. Look here for more info and do a simply youtube.com search for hid's and projectors and you will see a big difference. http://www.yoursciontc.com/forums/119-lighting-electrical/53329-projector-headlights-vs-hid-headlights.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icow3yj9z3k

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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.

when i buy an hd projector what kind of specs do i look for?

Diabs

there are 200 dollar projector and then there are 5000 dollar projector...so what should i look into when i buy one?

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You underestimate. Projectors go to well over $50,000. But I get your point. In general you won't get a reasonable projector for HT use for under $500-$600 and $1000 is a better bet. On the other hand there is little need to look beyond $3000. As with most things beyond that small performance gains cost $$$.

See the link for a good starting place. Read the various articles and then think about what you need/want. Every projector is a bit different in terms of specs, strengths and weaknesses and each represents a different benefit-cost point. You can reduce the choices quickly if you know, for example, what light conditions you intend, room size and height, where you want to put the projector (e.g. rear shelf, ceiling) and whether it will be a fixed installation or not.

I spent over 6 months reading about projectors and reviews of specific models before buying my first projector, and it was time well spent.

In general you want the highest resolution you can afford, but you also want adequate brightness (1000-1500 lumens is fine for HT use), contrast ratio (although specs on this are very misleading, so are a guide at best), excellent colour accuracy, and good flexibility to calibrate the image. Features like zoom lens range and lens offset are important for initial setup but usually add cost without impacting performance.

Finally, consider warranty period and cost of replacement lamps. A 2-3 yr warranty and a $250 lamp price can be very attractive relative to 1year and $700!

Good luck.

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Where can I find a 4K resolution television?

iAppleseed

I need the clearest quality for my home theater.

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Commodity-priced 4K TVs for mainstream consumer use are not quite ready for prime time. However if one is unwilling to wait there is a greater selection of monitors and video projectors from which to choose. (See the resources below for more info.)

RESOURCES

Astro Design 4K Monitor Lineup
http://www.astrodesign.co.jp/english/category/products/video-equipment/waveform-and-professional-monitor-llineup

eyevis EYE-LCD Series - Ultra-high Resolution LCD Monitors
http://www.eyevis.de/index.php?article_id=12&clang=1

Panasonic TH-152UX1 Professional Plasma Display
http://www.panasonic.com/business/plasma/premiere_series/panasonic-premiere-plasma-series.asp

Toshiba Announces the Release of the QFHD REGZA 55X3 LCD TV (Japanese)
http://www.toshiba.co.jp/about/press/2011_10/pr_j0302.htm

TVLogic LUM-560W 56-inch (4K) Quad HD or 4K Monitor
http://www.tvlogic.tv/Monitors/M_L_Con.asp?idx=19

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Engadget
â Toshibaâs 4K, Glasses-free 3DTV Announced in Japan
http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/03/toshibas-4k-glasses-free-3dtv-announced-in-japan-with-more-spe/
â Galleries: Toshiba REGZA 55x3
http://www.engadget.com/photos/toshibas-regza-55x3-announced-as-worlds-first-4k2k-tv-with-glasses-free-3d/

Toshiba Explains Details of 55-inch 4k2k Naked-eye 3D TV
http://techon.nikkeibp.co.jp/english/NEWS_EN/20111005/198987/

[YouTube] Toshiba REGZA 55X3 at CEATEC JAPAN 2011 (Japanese)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z79xvZfcDjw

Wiki: 4K Resolution
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/4K_resolution
 

If my car (2011 Mazda 3) came stock with 55w halogen bulbs, is it "healthy" to install a 35w HID Kit?

I know it is illegal, but this doesn't worry me, as it can be easily disguised, as I have projector lenses, and can very easily adjust the height of the light shining through them. I just want my lights to have a blue look, and I have done my research, and 55w kits are brighter than 35w kits, but the colour in them isn't as great as colour in 35w. For example, a 35w 6000 kit, would look almost the same as a 55w 8000k kit. Another thing I may add, is that I read somewhere that 55w HID Bulbs wear away quicker than 35w HID Bulbs, because there is more current passing through it.
I have also decided I want a 35w 8000k, the only thing stopping me is if it's healthy to install, seeing as the low beam plug gets 55w to the bulbs. However, on YouTube, there are many Mazda 3 2009+ with 35w HID Kits, but nothing proves that they are 35w, just simply a tag, or a brief mention in the description.

So if anyone could please help me with this, and let me know if a 35w HID Kit will work SAFELY without ruining my car, and what things I need with it (eg. relay), and if I should or shouldn't get it.
Please keep in mind that I am purchasing a kit from eBay.
Thanks!

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FWIW, Mark apparently has no clue how electricity works. Having said that, here is the correct answer.

Watt's Law states that Volts x Amperes = Watts. Current draw is determined by the device that you are attempting to power, not the other way around. For example, an amplifier rated at 500 watts RMS (constant) will draw 41.66 amps of current and will need at least 8awg cables to handle the current properly. But let's say you blow that amp and get a 300 watt RMS amplifier to replace it with. Your 8awg cables will be larger than necessary to handle its power needs (25 amps of current). This is a GOOD thing.

Electrically speaking, there is no harm in substituting a 35 watt bulb in place of a 55 watt bulb. Your car's wiring is rated to handle the original load of 55 watts, so no alternation is necessary here.

Ebay HID kits are exactly that: Ebay quality. If you just want the blue ricer look, a pair of Sylvania Cool Blue bulbs will give you that, be completely legal in all 50 states (they are DOT Compliant) and be plug & play.

If you are not well versed in wiring, the best thing you can do is do some homework. Remember, a HID install that has been performed correctly requires ZERO modification of the car's harness, is clean, well organized and labeled properly. Application-specific requirements vary with each car and depend on both the car and HID kit. You may need to find a Bi-Xenon kit to retain high-beam functionality, so get started on the research.

A good starting point is Sylvania's site, so you know what bulbs your car uses: Http://www.sylvania.com
9003 (H4), 9004 and 9007 are all dual-filament bulbs which have low and high beam in one bulb.

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Looking for a budget home theater projector. Will 480p do for now?

Colonel Ch

I am looking to pick up a home theater projector for Christmas for the family. We have a flat screen 3 yr old 27" 4:3 CRT 480i TV right now with a really nice progressive scan dvd player. It is not upscaling but does support 480p output via 3 RCA component and plays divx videos as well.

I see alot of $500 480p projectors and all in one units at many stores like tigerdirect and newegg.

It seems like a quality 720p starts at at about 800 and goes alot higher. I really want to stay with an LCD as opposed to a dlp because of the throw distance.

As I am only going to project to a 60-70" inch screen and sit about 8 feet away, am I just fine with a 480p for now? I figure I can always upgrade to HD in about 3 years and put this one in the kids room. Or sell it on ebay for a few hundred bucks

I hate having to spend more for 720p only having to replace that later with a 1080p. I can't afford a 1080p right now.
I really like the specs on the epson home 20 but am also considering the epson 30s all in one.

We watch regular DVDs and have a Wii that max's out at 480p with component cables

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I still have a 480p pj that I use in the basement and I'm more than pleased with it. 480p is still E(nhanced) DTV which is a step above S(tandard) DTV so you're still getting a picture upgrade.

I say go for it, especially if you have an HD box from your cable or sat company. That box will still upscale the 480p to 720p or 1080i which should make the picture even better. I'd be VERY surprised if you weren't happy with the image from the 480p.

W20000 Benq projector?

T

Can this projector support 1080i

Answer
Resolution Support 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

I added a link to Benq.com Thats some more info for yu

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What kind of [movie] projector would be best?

Jewl

I am looking for a home movie projector that does not need to be mounted and is portable. All the ones that I have seen so far either need to be mounted or I am told that the picture comes out small. I want the type that teachers use in the classrooms. I'm not sure what the brand or make is. Can someone help?

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There are two classifications of projectors. Presentation and Home Theater.

The presentation projector is typically hooked up to a computer but can in many cases also be hooked up to a DVD/Bluray player or home theater system. Presentation projectors can be small, lightweight and portable. They typically offer a brighter picture and conform to typical computer resolutions like 800x600 (SVGA), 1024x768 (XGA), 1280x1024 (SXGA) or their wide screen variants. These projectors can be mounted to the ceiling or put on a table or shelf.

A home theater projector will tend to be less portable (ie: heavier and larger). Typically they are mounted from the ceiling but can also be placed on a shelf or table. A home theater projector will not offer the same light output as many presentation projectors and tend to favor picture quality, color accuracy and low fan noise. A home theater projector will usually natively support 720p or 1080p which are the widescreen computer equivalent of 1280Ã720 and 1920x1080. These projectors will also accept input from commonly used AV cables such as HDMI and component video.

The size of the picture being projected on the screen is in direct relationship to how far back the projector is placed and the projector's qualities. When purchasing a projector you will also need a surface to project onto like a pulldown or fixed screen or a flat wall painted white or neutral grey. You should also consider a sound system as most projectors either lack a built in speaker or the quality of built in sound is not very robust.

For the best buying guide on the Internet checkout http://www.projectorcentral.com

Movie theater projector?

nick

Ok so I know a guy (a rich one :p) that has a 1080p projector, and it works amazing in dark rooms, but in the light it obviously doesn't work so good. So if I take a movie theater projector (and yes I know there like 20 thousand dollars) could I use it, project it on a regular sized house wall and will it still look good in the light because it's so high powered??

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A movie theater projector will work better but it still will not be bright enough to overcome sunlight. Notice how it is dark even in a movie theater? No projector can overcome sunlight and produce a nice picture. If you want to show a movie on your house, do it at night - even a cheap projector can do that.

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Looking for a good projector?

Hollywould

under $500 dollars. Just for something cool to put in the mancave im building.

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Wow, this is on sale for $346 (regular $549) I pretty much trust anything ViewSonic.

http://www.amazon.com/ViewSonic-PJD5134-Projectorwith-Blu-Ray-Integrated/dp/B00A9S3OOC/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376412877&sr=1-2&keywords=projector

If link doesn't work it's the ViewSonic-PJD5134 at Amazon.

Help me find a Home Theater Projector for me!!???

Lostman24

I want to watch my HDTV and play DVDs, Xbox 360, Wii, and normal TV on the projector, as well as hook up surround sound. I have no idea what all this 480i,1080p blah blah mess is so can someone tell me if that all really matters and which projector is right for me? I was looking at this Dell:

http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater-projectors/dell-2400mp-projector/4505-7858_7-31878925.html?tag=prod.txt.5

But I was not sure if it was for Home theater or for presentations...I also looked at the Infocus IN models like the IN1, IN74, ETC...
http://www.infocus.com/Segments/Entertainment/Home%20Entertainment.aspx

I want to spend under $1,000...please help!

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Forget the Dell.

Buying a projector is at least as complicated as buying and HDTV, so before you buy do some reading. I've provided links to two good review sites. They tend to complement each other in terms of observations/focus so it's worth looking at both. The first link also includes a link to a "projector caclulator" that allows you to determine the range of mounting distances to get certain screen sizes (and acceptable brightness) from a particular projector... very useful.

You want to use a projector for all your A/V needs, so consider a couple few issues.

- projectors use expensive lamps ($300-$500/each) that need to be replaced every 2-4000 hr (depending on projector and how used)
- you need a dim/dark room to get the best picture (projectors, unless they are very bright, get washed out by bright lights/windows).
- you need a screen. While this can be as simple as a white wall, for best results you need a dedicated screen. This can be a DIY painted screen (~$100) or as complex as a multi-thousand dollar motorized sreen/masking system.
- Projectors fall into basically two classes (based on use) and three categories (based on resolution):

By Use:
1) Business -- tend to be portable, bright, low contrast, may be 4:3 aspect ratio, poorer video processing, may have fan noise, and
2) home theatre projectors -- tend to be less portable, lower brightness, high contrast, Usually 16:9 aspect, good video processing, quieter

By resolution:
1) 480p (~$500) - SDTV/DVD resolution, best used on screens up to 80-90" maximum,
2) 720p (~$900 and up) - HDTV level resolution, can look good on 100"+ screens
3) 1080p (~$2000 and up) - Analogous to 1080p HDTV. Best picture.

On the basis of your intended use and budget, I'd suggest focussing on 720p HT projectors.

See the listing for "highly rated" HT projectors at the third link ... they are organized by resolution, so you should come down to the 720p (1280x768 or 1280x720) models.

I hope this helps.

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What should I get movie/game projector?

Ryan G

I want to buy a projector for my basement and want the best picture possible. Any ideas what the best brand is? I keep reading about lumens. How many lumens should I be looking for? Thanks

My price range is from $500 to $850
Not really looking for used but would this be a nice projector? The native resolution is 800x600. I thought that seemed a little low. Is it a nice unit?

http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/ele/1250685771.html

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As with many things you get what you pay for. There are cheap projectors and good video quality, but not from the same projector. That said, your budget can (probably) cover a budget 720p model, such as the Mitsubishi HD1600 (See 1st link). Note 1080p starts at about $2000 and goes up from there..

For video use in a dark room (recommended) as little as 600 lumens is sufficient ... but these days a 1500 lumen model is fairly average. Any more is for use in ambient light.

800x600 is a bit low resolution. OK for DVD on a smallish screen (say under 70"-80") in a dark room, but not adequate for a 100" screen or Blu-ray use.

See the last 2 links for further info and reviews/recommendations

Note that while a screen can cost $thousands, you can make your own screen for less than $100 (See last link)

Despite what the other respondent says, projectors can give as good a picture as a plasma and for the same price you will get at least 2x the picture size. They are not for everyone ... but my wife and I wouldn't go back to a "small" screen (i.e. 50"-60").

What would be good for a projector movie screen?

Katie Byrd

Im having a bonfire/ movie party where a get a projector and and a big white thingy and hang it from two trees that are beside each other and project the movie of that. But the thing is I don't know what the white thing would be. I need something that is about 21 ft by 21 ft and it has to be cheap. I was thinking maybe a tarp but I don't know if they make them that big. And btw it is going to be outdoors.... for those people that are dumb LOL JK!

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wow, thatâs pretty big.

You are at the point where a presentation projector or home projector just wonât cut it. You need to look into more professional units. A sheet might be disappointing but if your set on it you might be able to find large pieces of fabric from a textile company. One such place is www.rosebrand.com

I would recommend scaling back. A 10 x 14 foot screen is pretty huge and its a standard size in the pro area. (itâs also the right aspect ratio for HD which your going to want to do at that size.)

If youâre looking to buy this you should keep an eye on e-bay. Thereâs a lot of stuff there to fit the bill. Thereâs a company Called DaLite that makes screens in that size. They are usually on ebay all the time. You should be able to just get the screen and not have to waste the money on the frames and stuff. You want something thatâs White and "Front Projection". Thereâs rear mattes but they are more pricy and require a brighter projector. I took a quick look on e-bay and found a full kit. You just want the screen but this will give you an idea what im talking about. The kits are great BTW, if you want to drop the cash. EBay item #360124400726

As for the projector. I recommend renting if this is something youâre only going to use a few times a year. There are rental houses in most major areas. (If you in So Cali i can recommend one or two) If your going to wait till its fairly dark then you can get away with as little as 2200 ANSI. (Thatâs the measurement of brightness for a projector) i would suggest something closer to 3500 ANSI. These can set you back a few grand for a good used one and you always have to consider the bulbs (Which need replacing and are a few hundred dollars). Renting should only cost $150-250 a weekend and the bulbs and maintenance are someone elseâs problem. We could get into all the resolutions and all that but you should play with some rentals before you get into making that kind of investment.

To sum it up.... Buy the screen used and rent the projector. I have done this a few times and its awesome. Youâre going to love it. Have you considered how youâre going to play the audio? A screen that size tells me youâre going to have a few people watching. Computer speakers arenât going to cut it. If this is all still over your budget, you can rent the whole kit. Projector/Screen should set you back anywhere from 350/550 depending on area. It wont be 21'x21' but it will be big and get the job done.

Good Luck! Your going to have a blast.

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lcd Projector For about 1000$?

Kevin!

I am looking for a projector for Video games, to connect to my computer and watch movies.

I would need it to be at least 720p.
I dont mind the lumens Becauce ive seen projectors with 1000 lumens and they are fine.
Contrast, input, and lens shift options are a must
So basically i looking for a good cheap projector, that You have owned or Watched, not just online specifations.
ive been looking at http://www.tweeter.com/product/VPLAW10.asp
Sony VPLAW10 BRAVIA has anybody tried this one?
Thanks you!

Answer
The first link is to a thread at AVS Forum (Great site) on almost your exact question.

Sony have a good reputation for the image quality, but less complementary for brightness (which despite your apparent lack of concern can be an issue since some 1000 lumen projectors are much brighter than others when properly calibrated).

I can't speak from personal experience re other than my projector (a Canon SX-60), but suggest the AVS Forum's "Under $3000 Projector" section (2nd Link), and reviews at Projector Central and Projector Reviews (3rd and 4th links)

Best office projector under $1000? (for use in room with skylights)?

ryanmac

I'm looking for a projector for the office... To use for video conferencing, play wii, presentations, etc.

What is my best bet for under $1000? Preferably very much under $1000.

Also, what should I look out for? Steer away from?

And finally, our office has skylights that aren't able to be covered. So it won't be really dark, ever.

Thanks!

Answer
Epson PowerLite 62c Projector - V11H178020
Phenomenal brightness and fidelity from a travel friendly performer.

The Epson PowerLite 62c delivers brilliant presentations virtually anywhere - all from a travel friendly SVGA ultraportable. Epson 3LCD technology works with its 2000 ANSI lumens to deliver accurate color, incredible saturation and remarkable image quality. And, with Epson exclusive Instant Off and 4-second startup features, setup and shutdown couldn't be easier.
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Projector still undecided???

Devan A

i dont know which to pick...

optoma movietime dv10....
1000 lumens
4000:1 contrast ratio
854x480 resoloution

or

toshiba tdp t45u
2500 lumens
2000:1 contrast ratio
1024x768 resoloution

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They are quite different. The Toshiba is a (relatively) high brightness business projector, while the Optoma is a portable 'all in one' home theatre projector. Also the Optoma is less expensive. See the links for info and, in the case of the Optoma, a fairly positive review.

It really depends what you want the projector for. While the higher power of the Toshiba will make it useable in a room with some lights on, and the higher native resolution might give a bit sharper picture than the Optoma, as a business projector the fan noise level, colour correction and scaling may be less suitable for HT use than the Optoma.

The contrast ratio on the Optoma is better, but anything more than 2000:1 is fine as long as the room is reasonably dark.

In the price range you appear to be considering there are many other choices, so unless you have a particular reason to choose one of these two I'd suggest looking at the popular model listings (and then the reviews) for your intended use on Projector Central (upper left of the page) before deciding.

Sorry to not simply choose for you ... but your needs and preferences must guide the decision, along with factors beyond just CR, brightness and resolution (e.g. connections, zoom, lens shift, fan noise, DLP colour wheel speed, ....)

projectors and projector screems?

Michael T

hi i was looing to buy a projector for my room but have no idea which one to buy or where to buy from (most likely ebay). i have a budget of £300 for the projector. and £100 for the screen. any recommendations thanks

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A projector and screen is a great idea (I wouldn't go back to a 'small" screen (i.e. anything under 80-90") for anything). That said, everyone has somewhat different preferences / needs re a projector / screen so I'm not going to recommend a specific brand/model.

I suggest doing some reading at the two sites I've provided links for. While you can certainly get a projector within your budget range, you must decide between a new or refurbished or used model. The advantage of new is you get a warranty, but he disadvantage is you won't get as high quality. Consider though that a used projector may not have much time left on the lamp ... and replacements can cost $300-$400! That said, lamps cost more or less the same for budget and more expensive projectors, so there is an advantage to looking for a higher end used model than buying an inexpensive new/refurbished model.

At your budget point you should look for the highers resolution and highest contrast ratio projector you can find. Generally, you will find DLP based models offer more for the $$ than LCD models. Be aware that projectors designed for business use (most of the lower cost models) are usually not optimized for Home Theatre (HT) use (contrast is likely to be poor, fans can be noisy and video processing may be poor). A true HT design is preferable.

As to screens, I highly recommend building your own fixed screen (I've built two, each costing less than $100, and have been very satisfied), either using paint (Goo systems products are good, but you can do your own cheaper), melamine sheeting or blackout cloth. See the 3rd link for the AVS forum DIY Screen section ... lots of useful advice and sample pictures.

Hope that helps. Good luck.

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Can a netbook do these things?

Quaque

I'm thinking about getting a netbook and want to know if it can do these things:

Use a messenger such as Yahoo or MSN
Use Office or Works
And what types of programs can you download on it? I know netbooks aren't for gaming. I'm not going to use it for that.
Can it also download music and videos? Any information will be useful! I just want to know what it can and can't do before I buy it.

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Let's see, there are netbooks capable of gaming - I personally own one. I can play San Andreas, Underground 2, Most Wanted, Carbon, Modern Warfare 2 and so on.
Usually, netbooks aren't made for gaming - you use it for what you said: chatting, web surfing, document creation and some online video.
There's a problem though, not all netbooks handle online 480p videos - most of them can only handle 360p (standard quality) videos.
No matter what you do on a netbook you need at least:
Intel/AMD Dual Core processor
DDR3 memory - if it's 1GB you should consider upgrading to 2GB, while DDR3 is still cheap. RAM is usually easily upgradeable.
Big HDD(250GB+)
WebCam, Bluetooth.
If you need a netbook for that, let me look for something nice:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230052
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230049
You should also notice that I chose netbooks capable of handling 2GB of RAM - RAM is extremely cheap and in Windows 7 there's a noticeable difference in terms of performance when going from 1GB to 2GB of RAM.
If you consider 10.1" to be a bit too small, consider this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230009
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230010
Remember: if you ever need to use CD/DVDs, you either have to transfer the data from the disc to a memory stick/ memory card(since they come equipped with card readers) or buy an external USB-powered DVD-RW drive, like I did.
That doesn't mean you'll have to carry the external drive with you everywhere you go - it's just that you don't have to transfer a lot of things via memory sticks - sometimes they're too slow or too small.
go to www.newegg.com ,paste the codes in the search box and hit enter to see the product I'm talking about:
N82E16827151231 (this is the one I own and it works flawlessly - I needed it because i had to re-install Windows)
N82E16827135216
N82E16827135217
Things you can do with a basic netbook:
-use all office software(including Word,Excel,Powerpoint and such - I personally use 2010 version without a problem)
-browse the web
-watch online videos
-play BASIC games (online games)
-watch movies(not in HD...of course not)
-listen to music (I've got like 7GB of music on the 250GB HDD and it's great)
-use it for video chat
-output the image you see on your display, to a projector or a TV(LCD and later models, usually)
-they all come with WiFi
-NOT ALL OF THEM SUPPORT SIM cards - mine doesn't - if you've got a SIM card-based Internet connection consider something with a SIM card slot or consider buying a USB adapter.
-send & receive files via Bluetooth
Additional things you can do with a powerful netbook:
-play games at decent Frame per Second
-watch HD videos online
-watch HD videos you store on your computer
-output the image you see on the display to a High Definition TV via the HDMI cable - the image is crisper, clearer, and of better quality overall.
-do some multi-tasking like having ltos of programs open and running at the same time
The bigger the screen - the more energy it needs so the battery life is affected on 12" netbooks ut the performance is increased noticeably.
For what you said you'd be doing on it, I'd get the cheapest one I recommended and 1x2GB memory module.
On ASUS netbooks(I own the 1015PN) you only have to take out a small plastic cover and the memory module that's inside it and put the new one inside and put the cover back - it's that easy. If you go to a computer shop to buy the RAM they should install it for you at no cost.
The 12" netbooks can handle more memory - 4GB , and not just 2GB,like most netbooks do.
This one is guaranteed to work on most netbooks:
N82E16820148316
If you choose to go with the 12" ones, you can buy two memory modules and get 4GB of RAM on a netbook - that's something I'd do given the price of a 2GB DDR3 memory module.
The most popular ports you get on a netbook are:
3xUSB ports
1xcharger port
1xLAN(Ethernet) port(in case you want to connect it to a wired network and enjoy higher download speeds)
1xVGA port(output the image to a computer display/TV/projector...)
1xMIC port(although most of them come with integrated Microphones and Webcams)
1xHeadphones port
1xCard reader slot(accepts all kind of memory cards: SD, MMC,XD and so on.
1xKensington lock(to be used with special Kensington anti-rob protection tools)
1xHDMI port(for powerful netbooks only)

3D HD Television versus 3D (3D Vision technology with glasses) outputting from a graphics card.?

RaGe I

When speaking about 3D* i mean eye popping theater effects while wearing special glasses and not just the graphics in the games (I put an asterisk ext to 3D to mean theater effects and not gaming graphics effects) . In this question I would like to know if a 3D* vision capable graphics card (latest in graphics) can output the same 3D* these new 3D* capable TV's output. Is it a better option to buy a TV with 3D* glasses and capability rather than a 3D* card like nvidia's 3D* vision card with glasses? Will the quality be the same and which one will be a better option regarding the price?
Is it possible to get a good hd tv and buy the 3d graphics card with 3D* technology plus glasses to output great theater effects and good pgrahics while playing 3D* compatible games all for a cheaper price?

I'm looking to get 3D out of a new high definition television connected to my PC by either getting a 3D TV or a 3D graphics card, which would be a better option?

I'm looking for a screen of over 42 inches
The computer must be connected to the TV.
Mainly used for games.

Answer
I think you might have the wrong idea. You cannot use the 3D ready Geforce graphics card to play on just any HDTV, you need a 3DTV, and even then, you need to buy extra software (Nvidia 3D TV Play).

It's not just 3Dtv or 3D graphics card.

It's 3Dtv + graphics card + Nvidia 3D TV Play, or 120hz monitor/projector + graphics card + Nvidia 3D vision kit.

No matter what, you will need a powerful 3D capable graphics card and one of two Nvidia 3D solutions if you want to play games on the PC in 3D, no matter whether you are playing on a monitor or on a tv.

As of right now, buying a 3D tv alone will not mean you can play PC games in 3D. You will need something that solves the problem of converting the PC's video output (displayport or Dual-DVI) to HDMI 1.4.

For now, your only solution is to buy a powerful Geforce Card or Sli (since 3D lowers performance), Nvidia 3D TV play software kit, and a 3D-ready tv with proprietary glasses. The Nvidia 3D Vision Glasses and transmitter kit is not required, since the Nvidia 3D TV play uses HDMI 1.4 output directly to your TV, meaning you can just use the TV manufacturer's glasses.

FYI - the proprietary Nvidia 3D solution's days are coming to an end.

AMD is currently working on its own implementation of stereo 3D, and it will be open, not proprietary. It will be based on Bit Cauldron's hardware (transmitter and glasses) and the Radeon cards (it will also be compatible with Nvidia 3D and Geforce cards, as long as Nvidia opens up their technology to other companies, which isn't likely). It will also be universal, meaning it will work with any 3D ready tv, projector, or monitor without having to buy an extra piece of software or hardware.

Unfortunately, as the Bit cauldron CEO stated in the youtube video below, there is currently no standard for 3D hardware. This is why Nvidia has been so successful despite using a crappy solution that requires multiple hardware and software configurations to work on different TVs and monitors. AMD and Bit Cauldron are working with VESA, IZ3D, and Tri-Def to implement an open standard for stereoscopic 3D technology that will fix this and that will be used universally.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DU4u5Z133k
http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/15/amd-lays-out-open-stereo-3d-initiative-at-gdc/

If you can wait a bit for the AMD version to come out, it already looks much more promising and hassle-free than Nvidia's 3D vision.

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