I need to get a lumens projector.?

devdog

Where can I find a real cheap lumens projector for about 200 bucks....

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Lumens is a unit of measure for brightness. In general you want a projector with a rating of 1000 lumens or more for home video use.

That said, projectors use lamps that cost more than $200, so the chance of finding any reasonable projector for much less than $400 is low. You may find a used or refurbished model below that price, but you'd want to be sure the lamp is still good.

See the link for a site with good info on projectors.

dvd projector cheap and best ?

Keath J

Hi all i wanna buy a good cheap dvd projector in usa njersy and nyc...so from where and which one ...cheap and best and any advice like what to look for any spl think to notice or check before buying ... thanks take care

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Best bang-for-the-buck projector...
InFocus IN72
DLP technology
$450 After Rebate at TigerDirect

Connectivity:
DVI/S-Video/Component Video/HDMI

Lamp life is 3000 hours expectancy. If you are using this as your TV, lamps may get expensive. If you want basically something exclusively for movies and maybe sporting events a projector is a great purchase.

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how much 4 x 3 mtr screen projector cost

c i

is 3000ansi projector with wide lens better than 5000 ansi projector with normal standard lens,
is there more than 10000 ansi projector?

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I assume you are talking about ANSI Lumens. The number you are referring to is Brightness. The need for the brightness of any projector has to deal with:
Distance of throw
Amount of light in the room
Amount of energy available

A 3000 lumens projector is a good all around projector for home use. Anything higher than that, additional light sources (Bulbs) are neccessary. THIS MEANS MORE HEAT, WAY MORE HEAT.

10,000 lumens projectors are generally 20k US dollars. And used is pretty big rooms. Not to mention, it will give you a sunburn if you are in the path......

As far as wide screen? I would say yes, that is the future of the technology.

Where I can try a PROJECTOR in Orlando (FL) ?

Leonardo

In particular I wanted to see the PT-AE8000U (PT-AT6000E) at work but I don't think that is already out so it's ok also if you know some places where I can see a projector at work, thanks ;)

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The Pro8500 is an advanced gamey brightness DLP installation projector which includes BrilliantColor tech¬nology to grow to a greater extent vivacious colors. The Pro8500 delivers 5000 lumens with a 1024 x 768 XGA native

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Office Projector?

Rick Hoski

im looking for a office projector i have no idea what i should go with can someone help me out

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Pretty much any of the projectors will work well. You don't need to spend more than $1000 US to get a decent one. The more you spend, the brighter the projector will be. If you can spring for a XGA resolution projector, the picture will look better than a SVGA resolution one.

I have had good reliability with the Sharp projectors:

http://www.projectorpeople.com/projectors/projdtls.asp?itemid=23087&itmname=Sharp+PG%2DF261X

Which Projector Is better?

Ok im getting a projector from costco and i dont know what to get and i mean which one is better not the price as in overall the quality of picture the speakers that type of stuff.

http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10340321&whse=BCCA&Ne=4000000&eCat=BCCA|79|22377&N=4009872&Mo=19&pos=8&No=9&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&cat=22377&Ns=P_Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-CA&Sp=C&ec=BCCA-EC1137-Cat79&topnav=

or


http://www.costco.ca/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10336750&whse=BCCA&Ne=4000000&eCat=BCCA|79|22377&N=4009872&Mo=19&No=10&Nr=P_CatalogName:BCCA&cat=22377&Ns=P_Price|1||P_SignDesc1&lang=en-CA&Sp=C&topnav=

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this one is better.
ViewSonic PJL7211 XGA LCD Projector with 2200 lumens, Eco mode, 3000 hour lamp life

Technical Details

High 2,200 Lumen brightness and 400:1 contrast with native XGA resolution
Eco mode provides for reduced power consumption and 3,000 hour lamp life
Top load lamp and bottom filter with slide design provide for easier maintenance
1024 x 768 XGA resolution, VGA and Composite inputs
Eco Mode for more energy savings, longer lamp life and reduced noise

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Best HDMI 1.4 3D 1080p Projector for 120" screen?

chris g

I have searched all over for a good 3d projector that meet my requirements. Please help...thanks.

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Currently, the leading contenders for the title of the âbestâ 3D Full HD home theater projector under USD 5000 are the new Pro Cinema 6010 and Home Cinema 5010e/5010 PowerLite projectors from Epson along with Panasonicâs new PT-AE7000 home theater projector.

Epson
â PowerLite Pro Cinema 6010 Projector
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H399020&BV_UseBVCookie=yes
â High End 1080p Projectors (PowerLite Home Cinema 5010e and 5010 Projectors)
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/HomeEntProjectors/Home/HomeCinema.do?BV_UseBVCookie=yes

Panasonic
â PT-AE7000 Projector
http://panasonic.net/avc/projector/products/ae7000/
â Home Theater Projectors (the PT-AE7000 is not yet listed as of 2011-09-22)
http://www.panasonic.com/business/projectors/home-theater-projectors.asp

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

New Epson 3D projectors! 3010, 5010, 6010
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1357886&pp=60

ProjectorCentral.com
â Panasonic AE7000U Home Theater Projector Review
http://www.projectorcentral.com/panasonic_PT-AE7000U_home_theater_projector_review.htm
â Shootout: Panasonic PT-AE7000 vs. Sony VPL-HW30ES
http://www.projectorcentral.com/shootout_panasonic_AE7000_sony_hw30es.htm

Panasonic PT-AE7000 3D Projector â A âFirst Lookâ Review
http://www.projectorreviews.com/blog/2011/07/28/panasonic-pt-ae7000-3d-projector-a-first-look-review/
 

FOLLOW-UP COMMENTS:

The Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8350 Projector is NOT a 3D projector nor would it have satisfactory light output when using the highest picture quality settings even if it were able to produce a 3D image. It is also equipped with an HDMI 1.3a compliant interface - not a fully HDMI 1.4 compliant interface.

With respect to the Sony VPL-HW30ES 3D Home Theater Projector: quoting one of the comments from Projector Centralâs Panasonic AT-AE7000 vs. Sony VPL-HW30ES Shootout: âIn the Cinema modes, the AE7000 shows more contrast, more color saturation, and a deeper black level than the HW30ES. The picture has more snap. Due to the higher contrast, the picture appears to have more depth and incremental sharpness. The AE7000 also has an edge in natural clarity; it looks a bit more analog, or film-like.â These are very important performance characteristics for which a projector must excel in order to qualify as a potential candidate for the title of âbestâ (3D Full HD) home theater projector.

Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8350 Projector
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Product.do?sku=V11H373120&BV_UseBVCookie=yes

Sony VPL-HW30ES 3D Home Theater Projector Review
http://www.projectorcentral.com/sony_vpl-hw30es_3d_projector_review.htm
 

Can a 720p hd ready projector become full hd 1080p?

David

The optoma hd600x is 720p hd ready BUT has a maximum resolution of full hd 1920x1080 1080p it has a hdmi slot so would this upgrade it PLEASE give reasons also if not please explain how you make the native resolution change into maximum resolution.

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Hmm, I thought I already answered this for you. The native resolution on a projector is the best resolution that it can produce. It is called native as it is what all the electronics inside are set for. This can be changed to lower resolutions but not higher. The native resolution is the maxiumum resolution of the projector. If you look at the link below (the one I listed before) and go to the specifications page you can see what I mean.

http://www.optoma.eu/projectordetailshe.aspx?ShowMenu=HE&PTypedb=Home%20Entertainment&PC=HD600X

The site has the native resolution set to 720p however states that the video compatibility is multiple different formats. Notice how it is phrased "video compatibility" this means that the video processor inside of the projector can handle the multiple signals when send to it, but the projector itself can not display them.

Think of this in much that same way as connecting a Blu-ray player to a 720p TV. Sure the Blu-ray can produce 720p and some of the 720p TVs can handle a 1080p signal but the screen doesn't not have enough pixels to display the 1080p imahe regardless of what you do.

This projector is much the same way. It can read the 1080p signal, but the DLP chip in it is maxed out at 720p. any upgrading would require a new video processor, a new DLP chip, and someone one who is extremely experienced in electrical engineering. It would also not be cost effective to do so.

So yes, it can be done. but you would be rebuilding the projector as it cannot display a 1080p signal. For all practical purposes, the Optoma HD600x will never display 1080p.

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Bluray resolution vs my 1024 x 576 native projector?

atapul

I have a movie projector with 1024x576 native resolution. I play DVD's with it. Regular TV seems to grainy so I don't do it. Would Blu Ray player make any difference? Is the projector's resolution high enough to make a distinction between DVD and BluRay or would I have to replace my projecor with a higher resolution TV or another projector to get some benefits from a bluray upgrade? And what is a native 1024x576 anyways? what is native about it?
And can someone please tell me what the resolution is for a standard US DVD vs BluRay? I want to see where my projector stands in between...

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As it stands... DVD's only output at 720x576 at a maximum in terms of pixel resolution. US which primarily uses NTSC DVDs output frames of 720x480 at 60hz which achieves about 29fps. EU PAL DVDs achieve the higher resolution of 720x576 but subsequently only at 50hz or about 23fps due to data constraints on SCART/Composite/Component. A Blu-Ray disk will offer a resolution of 1920x1080 at 100hz which is just shy of 60fps. Plus, blu-ray supports progressive scan where each image is built up from first to last pixel as opposed to interlacing used in DVD whereby the even lines are built up in one cycle followed by the odd lines (or vice versa i dont remember which)

1st, a Blu-Ray player, on paper, would make a difference, though it would only be a negligable difference. Its called a native 1024x576 since that is the resolution it is designed for. It will be able to handle lower resolutions for the visually impaired but a resolution of 640x480 would not be 'native'. Since a US DVD only outputs at 720x480 then you would be able to get more out the projector from a blu-ray source. But it would be wasted in that a blu ray will do 1920x1080.

If you choose to upgrade to blue ray you need to invest in the source (blu ray player, PS3, etc), the output (HDTV, HD projector - not sure if or where you can get them), and the connectivity (HDMI cable). If you get a good source and output, dont be tempted by a cheaper cable. Insufficient connectivity will destroy the benefits of blu ray. Invest in a cable that can carry the 4.95 Gbps that blu ray requires, such as a 750 series monster cable :)

Can a 16:9 aspect ratio projector display a 720p hd resolution?

Dallas247

My projector has a 1024 x 768 Native Resolution which I have been told is equivalent to 720p. However, I have also been told that on a 4:3 screen a 1024 x 768 Native Resolution (720p) cannot be displayed without cropping down the image and reducing the resolution.So the projector basically down-scales the image quality to fit on the screen. What I want to know is will a 16:9 aspect ratio be able to display 720p without cropping the image down and loosing hd quality. Thanks so much
PsychologyGuy:
No, I dont mean black bands on the sides of the image. I do not have the projector yet, It is being shipped. But, What I mean by down-scaling is the resolution. So just the basic image quality. Like pixel-wise i guess you could say. Uhm ya someone online told me this information, So i could be completely wrong. Help is appreciated.

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The first respondent stated:
"The resolution you are talking about is width by height. You can have a display that is 1024x768 that is <720p, 720p, or 1080p."

This is not accurate. This is why.

For the last few years we have heard the numbers 720 and 1080 used frequently when discussing high definition images. But what do those numbers mean? Well, those numbers represent the number of rows of pixels that make up the display or image. An "HD 720" display has 720 rows of pixels available and happens to have 1,280 columns of pixels. An "HD 1080" display has 1,080 rows of pixels with 1,920 columns. As you see, there are more columns than rows. This is what makes the image wider than tall. Both HD 720 and HD 1080 are 16:9 ratio.

A 1024 x 768 resolution happens to be a computer resolution. This resolution is called XGA and happens to be a 4:3 ratio as opposed to the 6:19 ratio you get with 720 and 1080.

Having said this, let's look at how an HD 720 image will fit within a 1024 x 768 display.
Of course the 720 rows of pixels found in the image will fit within the 768 rows the display is capable of producing. But the 1,280 columns of pixels of an HD 720 image will obviously not fit within the 1024 columns the display is capable of producing.

This means that 256 columns of pixels (128 columns on each side of the HD 720 image) will be cropped off the image to fit onto the 1024 x 768 display. Either that, or the pixel density can be adjusted so that the HD 720 image can image can fit. But unfortunately, by doing so, you no longer have a true HD 720 image and this is where you get the black lines on the top and bottom of the screen known as letter boxing.

PsychologyGuy also said...
"that is more of an issue with the fact that most things (even brand spankin new LCD/LED televisions) don't utilize precise 16:9 aspect ratios. For example, I have a Samsung 6 series widescreen LCD TV that still has the banding on 16:9 movies."

This is also not true. If you do the math, HD 720 and HD 1080 are both precisely 16:9 ratios. The reason why his TV still has the letter boxing (black bands on top and bottom) is because movies are not filmed in 16:9 ratio, but instead a 2.40:1 ratio is used.

When displaying a 2.40:1 ratio image (which is more than twice as wide as the hight of the image) on a 16:9 display (which has a width less than double the height) the picture must be shown in letterbox format in order to prevent picture distortion or cropping.

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what keys to press to connect macbook pro to projector under windows?

Amir

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Now since I do not know what the Windows button is registered under for the Mac keyboard I am going to give you an alternative which is to go to the start menu and search up "Connect to a Projector" and it should pop up, it gives you 4 alternatives, the first one being automatically chosen, duplication means that the projector will basically show the same screen you see, extension means the projector will act like a secondary monitor, and the final one will make the projector the main screen.

How do I connect a macbook pro to a projector?

Okay I hope you can follow this... I need an answer asap

so i have a macbook pro with the mini dvi to dvi output adapter. As well as a dvi cable and a dvi female to vga male adapter and into a projector. so I don't have the projector because it's the schools so I got the adapter on ebay. I tried to connect it to our desktop monitor but it seems to recognize that something is connected but i get the no signal message. I got the same thing on the tv... so i read today that there are single and dual links as well as dvi d and dvi i and dvi a and some are not cross compatible... so i figured i will link the pictures of cords in here.

http://www.global-cable.com/upfile/Model/20115813524948196.jpg - this is the dvi cable (dvi-d single link i believe)

http://www.hiconn.net/files/SAMD212.jpg - this is the mini dvi to dvi adapter for the macbook

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=180458450919 - this is the dvi to vga adapter that i used (it says dvi-d 24+1 Female to VGA HD15 pin male Adapter, but i got two of these... one of them is 24 + 1 and the other is 24 + 5.. neither work)

soo on this website http://www.datapro.net/techinfo/dvi_info.html it says what can and can't be connected... is it a problem that it goes to an hd vga that it doesn't work? let me know what I am missing here. Thanks

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my band teacher has a mac book,and he hook's it up to the school projector by using a VGA Adapter made for the mac,this is the link http://www.monde-tech.com/images/products_images/unfurl/monbk46ch.jpg i hope i helped

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best home theater projector for a home bar room?

kakountry

The room is in the basement but, I may have the lights on sometimes..

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It is difficult to recommend a specific model without more idea of price range, details of the location where it will be used, and viewing preferences, here are some specs. to look for.

The primary requirement is a brighter projector than one designed exclusively for home theatre use ... say 2000-2500 lumens.

Most do have it, but you should also ensure there is a low light setting for when you would use in the dark ... this extends lamp life.

Depending on the priority you place on home theatre use under controlled (i.e. none) light conditions "contrast ratio" may be more or less important. For use in a lighted room anything over 1000:1 would be fine, but if you wish to use as a home theatre projector look for at least 2000:1 (higher is better).

There are many other specs to consider. The most important is "resolution" -- the number of pixels that make up the image -- if you don't intend to watch HDTV you could get by with a 480 x 854 (vertical x horizontal resolution) projector, but otherwise you should look for at least a 720 x 1280 model. If money is not an object consider a true HD projector (1080 x 1920) ... although note that all I am aware of under $20K or so are lower brightness projectors than you need.

Another important consideration is "aspect ratio". These days most recommendations will be for a 16:9 (widescreen) projector; and this is valid if you intend to watch mainly HDTV (e.g. sports) and widescreen movies. However, if you intend to watch old movies (4:3 aspect ratio) consider that 4:3 as a subset of a 16:9 image (there will be black bars on each side) makes for a small picture. If you note that even on a 16:9 (1.78:1) screen wider aspect ratio movies (1.85:1 to 2.40:1) will have black bars on the top and bottom, black bars will be a fact of life. So consider that a 4:3 aspect ratio projector will provide a huge picture for 4:3 material and widescreen will show as a subset the full width of the 4:3 screen but with variable amounts of black bar above and below. (Put simply a 4:3 image on a 16:9 screen is small, while 16:9 (and wider) and 4:3 images on a 4:3 display are all large). Worth considering.

Other specs to consider:
- "fan noise" (anything under 32 db should be OK in a bar room, but for quiet viewing look for something under 28 db)
- "lens zoom ratio" (at least 1.3:1, but 1.5:1 or more provides greater flexibility)
- "weight" and "size" (something in the 8-12 lb level would be good, but unless space is a big issue this isn't a major consideration)
- If a DLP (digital light processor) based projector the "color wheel rotation speed" should be at least 4X, and preferably 5 or more). If an LCD this is not relevant.
- The availability of "lens shift" (ability to shift the picture vertically (or horizontally) relative to the position of the projector) is desirable to make mounting easier. ("Keystone" adjustment may be provided but should be avoided since it degrades the picture).
- cooling air filtration: THIS IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT IF THE PROJECTOR WILL BE USED IN A SMOKING ENVIRONMENT. All projectors use a fan to push air past the bulb to cool it. Most have a removable/replaceable air filter. A few have a sealed system. If everything else meets your needs, a sealed system is a desirable feature. Failing that look for an easily accessible filter (e.g. you don't have to remove the projector from a ceiling mount to get at it).

OK ... how about a few possibilities (not intended to imply there are not other good choices, particulalrly if you settle for less brightness):

$1000 range: Sharp XR-10

$2-3000: Panasonic PTAX100U (16:9)

$3-5000: Canon SX-60 (4:3)

I personally have the Canon SX-60 and while you can get a less expensive projector it would work well for your purpose.

Optoma h31 Projector: new bulb, no ignition... really quiet ticking sound?

Cody

i have a Optoma H31 Home theater projector. i received it from my aunt it was not in use for almost 2 years. when i got it plugged it in right away, the power button on the case itself would flash. id press it and no go. if id press and hold it would make a super quiet ticking noise. no quick like something grinding but like a every other second trying to start sound.. <-- that's my guess.

heres the stuff
1. sat for 2 years never used. "think bulb died"
2. NEW BULB!!!, never used got it off eBay preferred seller 100% matching numbers everything with orig. bulb
3. start button on projector flashing. but when pressed no go... no lights no fans kicking on nothing just a tick

if u could help pls let me know thx

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Normally a fan will start up when you press and hold the power button. And there are several fans inside most units. The clicking sound could be the power supply trying to out put the voltages, and one of the voltage sources is trying to deliver power to a shorted circuit. The power supply will sense the over current situation and turn off, then back on, etc. This causes power supplies to tick, tick, tick, etc.
The shorted circuit could be any thing from the audio output circuit feeding the speakers, to the high voltage producer that ignites the mercury vapor lamp (ballast).

There is also a jammed fan that is trying to get started, that makes sounds. Many times a lamp will shatter and pieces of glass flies all over the insides of the unit. Then a piece will jam up a fan.

The last thing is the ballast may have a problem delivering the high voltage to the lamp. Many times a component in the output stage may fail and you might be hearing the voltage arcing across that damaged part. Or if the lamp connections isn't properly seated to the plug from the ballast.

Make sure that the lamp door is properly seated before you plug it in. There is an interlock switch monitoring the door is fully closed.

I don't know it this is a DLP or LCD projector, but if it's a DLP then a color wheel is needed, and they fail all the time and make all kinds of noises, dependent upon the failure. Many have bad bearings and may not start up or squeal. Others loose the colored glass filters, vibrate because of the unbalanced motor spinning at 1800 RPM.

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Which projector should I buy for my basement home theater?

John G

There are so many to choose from! Any advice?

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It's a good time to be considering a projector. Prices are way down and performance up relative to even a couple of years ago.

It took me over a year to decide, but you can do it quicker now that things have stabilized more re. prices and technology. I bought a Canon SX60, and it was a good choice, but if I were buying today for the same price I would look very carefully at the JVC DLA-RS1 ... it's getting rave reviews (See 1st link as an example) and yet "only" costs $6000. But, that's me, based on my priorities.

You can get a HT projector for $1000 and up that will give you good results. The site at the second link maintains a list of popular HT projectors at various price points.

But my advice to you:
- First, define a budget.
- Second, read, read, read. See some links below.
- Third, think carefully about your specific needs, recognizing that many factors interrelate (for example, what kind of material do you watch? What aspect ratio is best for your needs? How big is the room? Where do you plan to mount the projector? Is the room light controlled? What size and type of screen (although this is interdependent on the projector)). Note that there is a temtation to assume larger is better. Not true .. see the last link to help define a screen size based on room size/viewing position, and THEN consider the projector to fit screen width, viewing distance, room lighting conditions, mounting preference, etc.
- Read some more, focussing on projectors that meet your priorities defined in step 3.
- Decide.

I hope this helps. Have fun!

What is the best 1080p over head projector?

dannywild1

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I think you mean "front projector". An "overhead projector" is a prism based device for projecting an image of a article or page onto a screen. A front projector is used to project a video image (e.g. HDTV, Blu-Ray or DVD) onto a screen.

The BEST are over $30K ... but 1080p projectors are available for $2000 and up. Arguably the best home model for under $10K is the JVC DLA-RS2. And the best under $3500 model is arguably the Epson Pro Cinema 1080UB. See the comparative review at the link.

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what is a good projector for under 300?

Zac C

what is a good projector for under 300 i want a projector to basicley watch movies and hook my macbook to

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Doesn't exist

"Good" projectors start in the $500 range (although some definitions of good would say you need to spend at least $7-800). Consider that the lamp alone typically costs $300.

See the link for street prices, reviews, recommendations, etc.

You may find a discontinued or sale projector for $400 or so that might be considered good, and used projectors may be bought for $300 (However, most cheaper used projectors probably have limited lifetime left on the lamp).

home theater projector?

Blake Krog

i would like to get a home theater projector. i looked on newegg.com and all of the home theater projectors were 500$+

im not looking for a super prestigious high-tech projector. im looking for something that would be good in the living room from time to time, has hdmi and cost somewhere between 200$ and 400$.
i havent checked amazon or tiger direct

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if you just need a cheap projector for the time to time use (say for weekend movies), you can go for Acer P1273. This will come under $400. This is value for money and will serve your purpose.

Check the link:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Acer-P1273-Pro-Projector-MR-JGC11-00H-/161046142460?pt=US_Video_Projectors&hash=item257f191dfc

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Is the sharp XR-32X a good projector for gaming and movies?

mark

I have shopped around a bit and found that the XR-32X seems to be the best buy. Its a 1080p and puts out 2500 lumens. In my opinion it seems to be in the price range of 720p because of its specs. If anyone has any suggestions of which projector would be best please let me know. Thanks!

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yes, that is a very good projector. Ii will work fine for games and movies. Another great projector is this one

http://www.amazon.com/Optoma-HD65-720p-Theater-Projector/dp/B000XOKZ8U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=office-products&qid=1252795229&sr=8-3

It isn't as good as the sharp XR-32X, but its still very good. This projector was made specifically for movies and gaming, so you know already that it will be very good. i almost bought it myself, but I dont need HD. I think regular image quality is good enough as it is. Thats why I bought the epson 77c projector.

Any Ideas on a Projector for a Cheap Home Theatre Setup?

PGraves

I am wanting to set-up a home theatre projector at my house. Its primary purpose will be for watching DVDs and playing video games (i.e. Nintendo, XBox, etc.). I am not concerned with HDTV. The projector will need to sit between 15-23 feet from the screen. Additionally, I need the projector to be bright enough so that a little ambient light won't make it unviewable.

I was hoping to get a brand name, or reputable projector of some form, however I was hoping to not spend over $800 on the projector itself. This projector WILL NOT be my primary TV, it will ONLY be used when I want to watch a DVD or play a video game.

I was looking at the ViewSonic PJ556D, it looks like its designed for office presentations but I didnt know if there is any reason why I couldn't use it for my purpose? (I read somewhere that office-projectors migh not have the right color-wheel?)

Please provide me with recommended projectors meeting the previous requirements and/or ideas/things to look for :)
NOTE: Based off what I had read, I was looking at DLP projectors instead of LCD projectors.

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The difference between HOME THEATER and MEDIA projectors is the VIDEO PROCESSING...A media projector is for hooking up a COMPUTER or even an HD source...And these look GREAT...But if you show ANYTHING with less picture quality, the image will suffer.

But a Home Theater projector has a built-in SCALER (video processor)...This takes ANY video source and "up-converts" it to a quality closer to a Hi-Def signal...The "Farujua DCDi" chip is one of the very BEST processors included in projectors.

But if you want to use a projector with "ambient" light, then you're going to spend some money...You can save HUNDREDS of dollars just by "blacking out" your living room...We hung a dark curtain over our window and went with this model...Looks great...Click right here: http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/InFocus-ScreenPlay-Entertainment-Projector-SP-4805/sem/rpsm/oid/113968/catOid/-13322/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

And I know the folks will tell you that with those specs you won't get "TRUE" hi-def...But I'm telling you, that even with that resolution, we can tell the difference between DVD and HD (even the difference in "720p" and "1080i" signals).

I used to sell $20,000 Runco projectors and after checking the specs on the Infocus, I was sure it would suck...But you have to see it to believe it...It offers a truly amazing picture for the price...We love ours...But try it for yourself.

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What is, for the money, the best home movie projector?

Chesterkat

I'm getting a new apartment and I want a projector with the same quality as a tv.

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Bar none the following projectors â all âFull-HDâ, native 1080p designs â currently offer the best performance and value for the money.

JVC DLA-RS1 or DLA-HD1 D-ILA Home Theater Projectors (1920Ã1080)
http://www.jvc.com/product.jsp?productId=PRD4207000&pathId=140
http://pro.jvc.com/prof/attributes/features.jsp?model_id=MDL101681

Sony VPL-VW50 âPearlâ SXRD Home Theater Projector (1920Ã1080)
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?ProductSKU=VPLVW50
CNET Review - Sony VPL-VW50
http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_VPL_VW50/4505-3180_7-32069200.html

Panasonic PT-AE1000U Home Theater Projector (1920Ã1080)
http://catalog2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ModelDetail?displayTab=O&storeId=11201&catalogId=13051&itemId=102052

Mitsubishi HC5000(BL) LCD Projector
http://www.mitsubishi-presentations.com/products/projectors/HC5000BL.html
Product Review - Mitsubishi HC5000 LCD Projector
http://www.hdtvexpert.com/pages_b/hc5000.html
Mitsubishi HC5000 HC5000BL Projector Review
http://www.projectorreviews.com/Manufacturers/mitsubishi/HC5000BL/index.asp
Ultimate AV Review - Mitsubishi HC5000 LCD Projector
http://www.ultimateavmag.com/videoprojectors/107mits5000/

Of the current crop of ALL high definition projectors the Sony VPL-VW50 âPearlâ SXRD, the Panasonic PT-AE1000U, and the Mitsubishi HC5000 home theater projectors are arguably three of the best buys at the present time, selling for discounted prices of approximately $4300, $4000 and $4500 respectively. Even at the MSRP of $6300 the JVC DLA-RS1 or DLA-HD1 D-ILA Home Theater Projectors are a bargain for the level of performance they provide.

Projectors and apartments are a fairly unusual combination due to a variety of viewing room constraints associated with apartments. Nevertheless the best choice, especially for apartment use, will be a âFull-HDâ, native1080p projector with the goal of viewing as much source material as possible in the form of 1080p video; 720p being the next best choice. If you'll be viewing a lot of 480-line video source material (DVD-Video, SDTV, etc.,) you will need to make sure you're using equipment that can effectively upscale 480-line video source material to not less than the native resolution of your projector, preferably 720 pixels or greater.

When shopping for a projector I highly recommend that you carefully audition each projector using ALL of the video sources similar to what you will regularly be using, particularly if you will be watching predominantly non-HD video.

You will also need to take into consideration the cost of purchasing a quality projection screen from a company such as Stewart Filmscreen, Da-Lite, Draper, or DNP. For an apartment I would recommend a (16:9) screen no larger than 82-inches (diag.) with a gain no higher than 1.3; if you feel you need a screen with more gain then there may be too much ambient light and you would be better off choosing an alternative to a front projector. Of all the current display technologies front projectors are the most demanding of the viewing environment.

Last but not least you will also need to consider the proper viewing distance(s) for the type of source material you will be viewing. (For more info on proper viewing distances please read my replies from the Yahoo! Answers links below.) If you sit too close you will be constantly distracted by visible picture structure such as individual scan lines or pixels in the video image. Generally the higher the resolution the closer you will be able to sit to the screen before picture structure will become a serious problem.
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Update 2007-04-22
In June of this year Sony plans to release two new 1280Ã720, 3LCD-based, video projectors: the BRAVIA VPL-AW15 and VPL-AW10. The 3LCD equipped BRAVIA VPL-AW15, featuring "auto iris mode" and lens shift along with an estimated retail price of $1,300, may provide consumers an unprecedented price-to-performance ratio in the 1280Ã720 projector range.

http://www.twice.com/index.asp?layout=articlePrint&articleID=CA6431891
 

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.

Answer
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
 

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I am buying an Epson 6100 projector, what fixed screen should I get?

kyle

Is there a particular fixed screen I should get for the Epson 6100 projector? I want the screen to be 106" diagonal. What should I be looking for in a screen? ex. gain, manufacturer etc.
thanks.
Is there a particular fixed screen I should get for the Epson 6100 projector? I want the screen to be 106" diagonal. What should I be looking for in a screen? ex. gain, manufacturer etc. I am not putting the speakers behind the screen.
thanks.

Answer
Here is what you should consider when buying a screen.....

1. which aspect ratio do you need? Will you be watching 16:9 HDTV or will you be watching DVD movies which come in three or four different formats. Or do you plan on watching 4:3 images......your projector is 1080p....so I would buy a 16:9 ratio screen in the size you mentioned.

2. how dark is your room......keep in mind, with a projector, the absence of light is what produces a black image......so if you have some ambient light in the room without the projector turned on, you should not get a white screen......however, despite your projectors awesome contrast ratio, the actual brightness isn't spectacular (but it's OK)......I would suggest a light-grey screen if you have a dark-room. You don't have a bright enough projector to allow for a true, dark-grey screen unless you really have some ambient light (but in this case I would get a brighter projector as well).......white screens may look bright, but make sure your projector doesn't have some type of bulb dimming software (Optoma calls it "Image AI", sorry for not looking into Epson for ya.....but I'd assume it isn't too different).....this feature makes your picture flutter and in my opinion, should be turned off (so instead of your projector having an 18,000:1 contrast ratio....it's probably closer to 8,000:1 with the image AI feature turned off)

3. Do you want a painted screen or a actual framed screen?.....think about this, because you may have a perfectly flat wall where you want the picture to be, you could save yourself money and not compromise on image quality with a properly painted wall........I personally love my painted wall, but I consider myself handy and I can paint without having roller-marks where I painted my screen..........either buy the screen or buy a product called "screen goo".....you can find it here:
http://www.goosystems.com/screengoo/

that size screen should cost about $200 to $275 in paint (base coat and top coat).....the paint has silver shavings to create a reflective surface painted on drywall......it is also very thick and dries to a similar texture as a screen.


It is also important that you surround your image with a black border......the black border tricks your mind into thinking that the contrast ratio is higher than it really is.......if your screen is too big, you will be able to see the greyish blank area around the image and you will know that the black isn't truly black.......I have a flat-black front wall, and a flat-black cieling in my home cinema.........because light and reflection is so important with a projector, these are all things you need to concern yourself with......the black cieling is important because the screen reflects light on the cieling (almost like a reflecting pool). This isn't important with a TV because a normal living room is lit up.....but a dark room will make a reflection much more obvious.


I honestly hope this helps and doesn't make a simple question seem difficult. I beleive you spent a good chunk of change on this projector. You hould do this right.

In general......use a grey screen if you have ambient light in the room, use a light grey screen if you have a dark room. Do not use a white screen unless your projector really doesn't have a contrast-enhancing feature installed that dimms the light output............also, a tight, black border will make your image look awesome.....do not underestimate the value of a border.

Cheap projector for good Value?

Dave

I would like to get a good projector with a good value that I can hook up to my laptop/ game system for my dorm room. I don't want to spend a lot of money but want to get one that will work well and maybe last a year or two.

I found a recomendation for

http://www.amazon.com/InFocus-Screenplay-Front-Projector-SP4805/dp/B00065H3XQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=office-products&qid=1216249675&sr=8-2

Any other suggestions or comments?

Answer
Best way to handle this is go into or call up a couple of your local computer stores and ask some of the nerd tech guys for their opinion on a couple of projectors. Once you have a couple specific names don't pay retail for it, I recommend you use this free web app, Basically it does a search threw all the top online stores for you and brings up the cheapest price, watch the 1min video when you open it up to know what I'm talking about and how to search with it.

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Where To Get A Kids Projector Under £100 In Birmingham Or Online In UK?

Zeshan S

Argos Used To Sell The Torpedo Projector For £79.99 But They Dont Any More And I Really WANT One Can Some One Please Tell Me Where To Get It From? Within Birmingham By CASH Or Internet PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer
I do believe the Torpedo Projectors have been discontinued. Try searching Ebay for a projector for £80.You should find something that is of better quality than the Torpedo.

http://electronics.shop.ebay.co.uk/items/Projectors_?LH_Price=40..100%40c&_trkparms=66%253A2%257C65%253A2%257C39%253A1&_catref=1&_dmpt=UK_AudiVideoElectronics_Video_Electronics&_mPrRngCbx=1&_sacat=22610&_sc=1&_sop=2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_pgn=2

which mini movie projector?

feelfree62

i want a movie projector to put in my room, nothing too fancy but not a kids toy. it doesn't have to have speakers...all im looking for is something i can connect to my computer as well as a DVD player. decent picture quality so i can watch movies...

Answer
Hello.
Buying a projector is not easy at all. Any projector that gives you a decent picture quality will be around $400 the cheapest, with a low life lamp and with a noisy fan.
Giving up important features on a projector will end up being a real headache for you meaning that it might not be bright enough unless your room is pitch black, blacks and whites out of balance, having to replace the lamp too often and the list goes on..........

Epson projectors are pretty good. i've owned a few and very happy with their price and performance.

if you buy a projector don't forget to buy an extended warranty. some projectors lamps are almost the same price as the projector itself.

NOTE: even if you manage to find a cheap projector, you will need an auido source for your dvd player, a connection from the computer and the dvd to the projector, cables long enough, a ceiling mount or depending where you are installing it, a screen (otherwise if the projector has bad picture quality it will be even worst).

Any questions just post back another one.

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Ambient Lighting for computers?

MrJediJunk

I have recently begun revamping my desk space when I remembered an article on Gizmodo from about a year ago, mentioning a set of USB connected ambient light projectors. I couldn't find the article. Is there anything out there like this that you can suggest?
All I got from that 'Ambient Light Projector' search was actual projectors, which I don't need lol what I am looking for is something simple to give my computer ambient lighting that matches whats onscreen. (Video games, movies, etc)

Answer
>Why don't you Google "ambient light projectors?" I did and it came up with lots of articles. I don't know anything about this topic but if you do some research on the net you probably will find something in all the articles I saw.

Projector Over Fireplace?

Robert A

I'm getting ready to move into my condo and I'm still trying to figure out how to setup the television in the room. The condo is very open with Cathedral Ceilings. The television is going to go downstairs below the loft in a room roughly 12x9 (so the distance to where it would projected is roughly 9ft and I would build a shelf on the wall).

I'm hoping to put the television over the fireplace. However, there are no electrical or cable feeds over there. Rather paying a lot of money to have them run over there, I was thinking about just using a projector. I don't watch a lot of tv so I thought this would be a good solution.

Good idea? Bad? How many lumens should I get? Looking to stay under $1k. I'm also not sure how bright the room can be. It's going to be projected on to the wall opposite of where the light comes in but I'm not sure if that will help. The room is naturally bright because there are two 10ft of glass on both sides of the fireplace.
It's a relatively nice condo so the idea is to keep the visibility of the wires to as little as possible. I have hard wood floors and I can't go under them so I'm not sure how to run them without going around the whole room.

However, I'm now starting to think that the right idea would be to have a handyman put an electrical and cable jack near the fireplace. Then cover this with a mantle. That way only a few inches of cable show up to the television.

I realize the projector is overkill but I was trying to find a simple, inexpensive answer that didn't involve running wires. The point of saying that I don't watch a lot of tv was that it would take a long time for the bulb to burn out. I wasn't sure if a projector was the right answer but I guess it wasn't.

Answer
Agree with ansel.

Also, if you only want to pay $1k for your projector, you're going to need really good control over the ambient light in the room.

It's not that hard to run wires through your fireplace. What you see is the outside of a large open cavety. The actual flue is a metal pipe in the center. You can cut a small hole on the side of the fireplace and another behind your TV location. You can trim your holes with a drywall ring $4.00 and an open decora cover plate $1.99 on each end.

If you're not comfortable with that, try a handyman instead of a lisensed contractor. It's a very small job.

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Backyard Sweet 16 ideas?

Q. Maybe around 20 people. Also I don't want a like dance party. Thx!

Answer
if its at night you can rent a projector and play a movie everyone will like on a wall, should be fun, mostly if the movie is scary. i recently had a 15th party and its kinda lame but we had a lot of fun i had about 15 people there and it was a toy story party and we played never have i ever and just messed around. keep in mind most parties start out slow but then once everyone gets out of their comfort zone it ends up being alot of fun. no madder what you do you should have a lot of fun.


happy birthday and good luck.

Outdoor movie projector system?

l2brennan

I'm researching outdoor movie theatre equipment...overwhelming. We would use during warm season in backyard to play primarily DVDs (maybe pictures from a thumb drive or connect a laptop).

Welcome input as to what I should consider or what you have successfully purchased and used.

Tx in advance!

Answer
if you will be watching the movies at night, just get a decent lcd or dlp front projector ($400-600) and a screen.

depending on where you plan to put the screen depends on what type of screen.

check out this inflatable screen at walmart:

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=7983503&sourceid=1500000000000003260350&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=7983503

big size and great price

check out this projector at walmart:

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10226372

if you go to costco or other warehouse club shopping place, i have seen a sharp projector there for around $500 as well.

just remeber that any of these lcd/dlp projectors use a bulb that will eventually burn out

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projector screen size?

krazykid12

how big do you thing my projector display would be if it was 11ft away from the wall?

Answer
You don't specify the projector, and since the lens (and its zoom setting) determines image size no-one can answer your question with any accuracy.

That said, most projectors will give an image of at least 90" at that distance. The easiest way to find out is to look in the instruction manual, and the next easiest is to set up the projector and measure the image size.

If you want to know what the 'right' size image is for a viewing distance of 11 ft see the link.

Projector help for home theater.?

enels4

I was thinking of getting a projector for my home theater and i was wondering, which aspects do i need? and which one should i get? Please try and remember that i am on a budget.

I was thinking of the InFocus IN2102EP. Does this look good for my needs? Is there anything i am overlooking? Thanks for your help.

Answer
A projector is a great way to go ... I'd never go back to a TV for watching movies or HDTV programming.

For a HT the needs are a bit different than for a classroom or business setting. You need a projector with as high resolution as possible, good video processing, high contrast, quiet fan, capability to connect DVI or HDMI inputs, and typically (because of the darker room easily achievable) don't need high lamp brightness (e.g 1500 lumens is enough). It's also desirable -- but not essential -- to have a wide zoom lens ratio and lens offset capability to facilitate installation. Size, type, etc are secondary.

The InFocus you suggest (see link for specs) is designed for classroom use. It's not a bad choice, but the 2000:1 contrast ratio is on the lower end of the recommended range for HT use. The 800x600 (SVGA) native resolution is again on the lower end of acceptable for HT use. The real weakness is the lack of any form of digital input (although component video via a VGA adapter is an acceptable alternative given the resolution capability). That said, it's about as good as you are going to get for the price (and better than many alternatives) and InFocus are a good manufacturer.

See the links for reviews and lots of info on projectors. Worth reading.

Hope that helps.

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Home projector?

david e

What is the difference between the Sony VPL-HS60 and the Mitsubishi HD1000U
Sony - 1,600 dollars
Mits - 950 dollars ??
This is my 1st and I am trying to make the right choice
Are they both 1080 ?
I am open to other options I just dont have a fortune to spend
I am open to other options I just dont have a fortune to spend

Answer
Both projecters will accept a 1080 signal, but they will downscale the image to display at 720 resolution. It's not possible for a projector with a native resolution of 720p to truly display an image at 1080.

The Sony projector acheives the 10,000:1 contrast ratio by using a dynamic iris, which means that the opening through which the light passes out of the projector will get smaller and allow less light through during dark scenes of the movie. If your room is dark enough, you probably won't notice any problems that this could possibly cause.

As much as I love Sony displays, the Mitsubishi is probably the better buy if these are the only 2 models you're considering. I've read several reviews on it and everyone really likes it (especially for the price). It has some problems with picture noise, but one wouldn't expect perfection at such a low price.

The bottom line, though, is that you should try to see both on display before deciding. After seeing both, decide if the Sony's picture looks $650 better than the Mitsubishi. If it does, then your decision is made!

What LED (portable) Projector?

Faddi A.

::::Someones Experience::::

Well Iâve concluded after a lot of search that LED projector should atleast be 60 lumens, 500-1 to 1000-1 contrast and should have USB or SD card slot. LED projectors brightness level is somewhat better than the conventional lamp based projectors so anything in the range of 100 lumens in enough. Also the biggest advantage of 20000 to 30000 life hours :-D I am now a happy owner of 'Samsungs sp-p410m' LED projector which is absolutely brilliant. Couldnât find it online in UK so ordered one from Korea :p yep i liked it that much :p it has SVGA 800 x 600 resolution, brightness 170ANSI, 1000-1 contrast ratio and 80 inch projection which looks stunningly bright, vivid and crisp on my not so white wall. oh and it has digital keystone correction too :-D inputs are VGA, composite & USB. its around 750$ but worth the money as it will last for 10 to 15 years. I recommend following in order, but plz give specs a LONG good look:

1-Samsung sp-p410m
2-Benq gp1
3-Toshiba TDP-F10
5-Samsung sp-400
4-Acer K10
Please give your suggestions or share your experience.

Thanks

Answer
Led projectors are very dim... the dimmest on the market. Only useful in a very dark room, & small screen. Resolution is no better than DVD resolution or worse on most of them, except the most expensive.

Led projectors are nowhere near as bright as the dimmest lamp-based projectors. Typical popular normal projectors boast 1600-4200 lumens with a contrast ratio of 2000:1.

LED projectors are 10-60 lumens... About the brightness of a very dim penlight flashlight, & very poor contrast ratios. Brighter ones are just now coming out, but still not good or bright enough to be practical.

For the price, you can get a 1600-2700 lumen DLP projector with a 2000:1 contast ratio. They're small enough to fit at least 2 in 1 backpack.

I typically fit 2 small DVD players, mixer, a laptop, & 1 of my DLP projectors in a backpack.

LED projectors are a portable novelty or toy for those with a disposable income, & not really very useful or practical yet. Wait a few years for the technology to get better.

From my experience with super bright LEDs, & the specs on them, is they grow dimmer with age long before their "lifetime" is up. How useful will that dim overpriced projector be if it's grown too dim to barely be seen after 3,000-5,000 hours?

Notice the LED display on your alarm clock, DVD player or VCR has grown too dim in just a few years?

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Can anyone refer me to a Entertainment Projector under 500 Dollars?

mpkardinal

I really want a projector for my home!!!

Answer
Price Grabber is an awesome site that you can shop from but most importantly they have customer reviews and product info.
I quickly checked it out and found several. You can set parameters like price range on the left of the screen after being directed to the projectors. The price is obtainable but only if you choose not to buy a screen because I've looked into it myself. Screens alone cost a couple hundred bucks I think that special paint is available for walls then projector sizing will not be a problem. Good luck.

What home theater projector should I buy for under $500?

Silence

Ive got some space in a house for the home cinema/gaming area ive always wanted, in america though, where I havent got a clue about anything (I just arrived from england you see) so I was wondering what sort of home projector I can afford for around $400?

Ive seen a few on ebay for $300 that claim to be HD, but I read the specs and its only 640x480 pixels so thats clearly not HD is it.

Price is a key factor for me, I dont have alot, because ive set budgets for a couch/speaker system/etc.. for the cinema room so it really needs to be proper value for money, and no more than $500 but the cheaper the better.

What would you recommend and how should I set it up? I was planning on just getting some dark curtains to block out the sunlight, and fix the projector to the ceiling, then project it onto a large wall with no screen would this be appropiate?

Any other info would be much appreciated thanks for your time...

Answer
For your budget I would suggest Epson S6 Powerlite 2200 Lumens SVGA Multimedia Projector.Color-rich 3LCD; 3-chip optical engine.2200 lumens color; 2200 lumens white light
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G2UF6U?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001G2UF6U

or InFocus Work Big IN2102EP Projector 2500 lumens and a 2000:1 contrast ratio
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012PQ7C2?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0012PQ7C2

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which projector to buy for home cinema viewing?

Syed Aftab

Please guide me with respect to DLP vs LCD, contrast ratio, brand, resolution, performance to decide what projector to buy.

Answer
LCD Projectors: Strengths
* Richer color dynamics for better results in rooms with ample ambient light
* Draw less power
* Throw less heat
* No color filter wheel = No "rainbow effect"
* Slightly quieter Seemingly sharper image on data

DLP Projectors: Strengths
* Smoother video
* Smaller box
* Pixels far less visible, (although normally not an issue for business use)
* More âfilmlikeâ on DVD and HDTV
* Generate "blacker" blacks
* Higher contrast

LCD Projectors: Disadvantages
* More visible pixels
* Some screen door effect on certain video images
* Physically larger - Even for the same number of lumens
* Poorer contrast
* Blacks come out lighter gray than DLP prrojectors

DLP Projectors: Disadvantages
* Rainbow effect bothers some
* More moving parts (color filter wheel)
* Color filter wheel often produces soft but audible whine
* Poorer reds and yellows at full power
* Color saturation
* Need more lumens than LCD, for rich colors, when dealing with ambient light

DLP Price
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Quietening down a home cinema projector ???

jbenny1

Does anyone one have any ideas for quietening down a home cinema projector. I know the fans are a must for keeping the bulb cool, but when the film comes to a dramatic tense scene everything falls silent and all i can hear is the fans in the background. It's not a problem during must of the film just little bits. I got he quietest projector i could find a Sony VPL-ES2, which uses 2 60MM case fans, could i change these for better ones or how about liquid cooling like that used on silent PC's. Anyone got any suggestions ???

Answer
I would not suggest modifying the projector because the projector is designed to be used by those fans. Modifying may damage the lamp and other components of your system.

In the home theater industry, there are 3 ways:

1) Most home theater projectors have high and low power mode. Changing to low power mode will lower the fan speed.

2) There are boxes that are sold to surround the projector to dampen the sound.

3) Ceiling mount the projector will move the sound. Also, optimal ceiling installation should not be located above you, but behind you.

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cable connections for projector?

Tristan

ok I have a projector that was given to me by a teacher that I know but it's not the best projector just a basic one. what i needed to know was is there a connection or adapter that will let me connect a hdmi cable to it since mine doesn't have one or in that case how to hook up a ps3 or xbox 360. than the other thing is, is there an adapter to the projector that will let me hook up the cable connection to watch tv from it. I couldn't figure it out so if you could tell me what adapters to get or what.
thanks

Answer
There are no projectors in the market that has a tv tuner for you to watch tv programs. You can use an old VCR with the tuner and connect it to the projector to watch tv. Keep in mind that lamp on a projector are only rated at 2,000 hours before you have to replace them and the cost can start at $50 to $500. Beside that you need a very dark room with a projector and you will also need a video screen which can add more cost. I do use a projector in my home theater and for only watch blu ray disc movies. You also need a home theater in box or a receiver for the sound. You are better off buying a Plasma tv 42" for $550 or a 40" LCD for $800 and they are rated at 60,000 hours. They are much brighter in room with lights on. Look on the projector, they usually have a computer input, component, s-video and a composite connection, while newer ones have HDMI. Hope this will help you out.

projector help remote audio video connections?

slycooper2

i have a projector and i need some way to put a plate up beside it that has audio and video connections that run to another plate beside my audio and video equipment and dj equipment any ideas where i can get those items????

and i need a universal rf remote for 5-10 devices any idea where i can get that/
thanks but i have hdmi,vga,dvi,component,coaxial and composite video that needs ran
it is not going to be used for djing i just use my dj equipment for my sound system,,,,,,,,,, the projector is mounted on the ceiling in my theater but i need a good clean hidden way of running wires

Answer
You only need to run video to the projector not audio. Send audio to your DJ sound system - send composite video to the projector with any standard RCA to RCA type video cable:

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Try to avoid controlling everything with a remote (except the projector). It is best to have the equipment near you if possible in a DJ setup.

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