Choosing the Best Projector?

Dino D

I am installing a projector/screen system in a open lobby setting. This lobby has daylight(minimal) as well as flourecent lighting. I need to get a projector that will be best visible to onlookers. Should I go for one with higher contrast ratio or rather higher lumens? If I get an HD projector with 6000:1 contrast and 1100 lumens, is it better (viewability and cliarty to a person looking at the screen) than say a 2500 lumen DLP Projector?

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Contrast is "destroyed" by ambient light (Link 1), although it stands up better if the projector is very bright. So there is no point in a low brightness high contrast projector. You need the brightest you can get with, preferably, a contrast ratio of 1500:1 or better.

That said, you would really benefit from a screen designed to reject off axis light. Not necessarily the best choice, but for a review of one option see the 2nd link.

whats the best 1080p projector for under $1000?

Dylan

which 1080p projector should i get for less than $1000. for movies and games.

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This one is the best 3d projector.
ViewSonic PJD5122 SVGA DLP Projector -120Hz/3D Ready, 2500 Lumens, 3000:1 DCR
Technical Details
* 5.1 lb projector weight, 800 x 600 SVGA resolution
* 2500 Lumens and 3000:1 CR, 0.55" Digital Micromirror Device
* Manual focus and zoom (1.1X), Multiple inputs (Inc. RGB Out)
* Digital keystone correction, 5 Watt Integrated Speaker
* Lamp life: 4000/6000 hrs (N/Eco)

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an affordable video projector for long-throw purposes?

Q. I need a video projector for Video Mapping on buildings up to 8000 lumens and under the price of 3000$.
can anyone suggest me some brands and models?

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This is a joke right? You will need at least $6000.00 for an 8000 lumen projector, plus another $1500.00-$3000.00 for a long throw lens. BTW, the $ goes in front of the numerals, not behind.

Which projector should I buy?

Switchfoot

For Home Theater. I would buy a refurbished one and have seen some in the $400 range which is what i am wanting to spend. Also how would you play movies and such on it? Thanks

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try this model the Panasonic PT-AX200U
A Versatile Home Entertainment Projector

ANSI lumens: 2000

Contrast (full on/off): 6000:1 with auto-iris

Light Engine: 1280x720, native 16:9, 3x 0.7" PolySi LCD with a 220W UHM lamp.

Video Compatibility: HDTV 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 1080p/24, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p. NTSC/PAL/SECAM.

Data Compatibility: Computer resolutions up to SXGA.

Connection Panel: Two HDMI inputs, one VGA input, one set of component YPbPr inputs, one S-Video input, one composite input, one serial port, one Kensington lock point, hardwired power on/off switch.

Lens and Throw Distance: 2:1 manual zoom/focus lens with manual H/V lens shift. Throws a 100" diagonal 16:9 image from 9.9' to 20.3'

Lamp Life: Unspecified.

Replacement lamp cost: $395.

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I´ve got a Optoma DLP65 projector. My questions is if is there any option to transform this projector in 3d?

best 6000 lumen projector image

Mumha

I´ve got a Optoma DLP65 projector.
Is there any option such as a 3d kit to transform this projector in 3d?

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3d projector
This one is the best 3d projector.
ViewSonic PJD5122 SVGA DLP Projector -120Hz/3D Ready, 2500 Lumens, 3000:1 DCR
Technical Details
* 5.1 lb projector weight, 800 x 600 SVGA resolution
* 2500 Lumens and 3000:1 CR, 0.55" Digital Micromirror Device
* Manual focus and zoom (1.1X), Multiple inputs (Inc. RGB Out)
* Digital keystone correction, 5 Watt Integrated Speaker
* Lamp life: 4000/6000 hrs (N/Eco)

What sound system, lasers ,lighting and big screen projectors do i need?

gold digge

I want to start up a dance events in venues that can take 600 people . I know very little about the kind of kit i would need and don't want it looking and sounding cheap. I have between £10,000 and £20,000 to spend. What do i need and is this enough cash ? It have to be portable .

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Hi, Gold Digger,

I'm in the USA, but I'll try to help you (I'll use the American $, but I'll try to do a basic conversion at the end.)

The venue differs based on size of the venue itself (floor space and design.) If it's a square room / hall with high ceilings, you can make due with a few (2-5) kWatts of sound. If there's a weird design and you have to pump out to each nook, you might have to add more speakers at a lower wattage. You're looking to spend about $3000 for 6-8 speakers, depending on the configuration, plus another $1500 on amps, and another $1000 on cables and "road gear" (like portable rack units, etc...) That's about $5500 for audio.

Lighting can be simple or very complex. Depending on the venue, you can spend $1500 for a very sophisticated show [with maybe 6 lights,] or you can spend $10000 and have a gaudy-as-hell production. Let's say lights will cost about $5000, with trusses, cables, and controllers costing another $2500. That's about $7500 for lights.

Lasers are interesting. If they are featured as an effect (ie: behind the DJ,) you might be able to get away with only having one, and spending $200 on it. Add a smoke machine / fogger, and the whole thing costs $300. On the other hand, if you want to go crazy, you can easily spend $100,000 or more for a "white" laser and beam splitter that will handle things like animation, etc. Let's say you go with something a bit more simple, and spend $2000 on lasers.

Projectors can also get costly. If it's a small venue, dark, and cozy, you can get away with a $1500 home theater projector. If the venue has a flat white wall, you don't even need a screen. If, on the other hand, your're outside, or the screen needs to be a few dozen meters tall, you'll likely need a professional or industrial projector. Those can cost upwards of $10000 each. Ideally, you might try two 6000 lumen projectors at $6000 each, and no screens (or screens made of bolts of white fabric [Silver Lycra / Spandex acrually works incredibly well for this] that you make yourself on a wood / PVC frame that cost almost nothing.) That would be $12000.

So, let's say you go with the audio configuration I mentioned, that's $5500, Lights are $7500, $2000 for lasers, and $12000 for video projectors, you're looking at $27000 American. That's about £17000. Well within your price range.

Factor in more for a video SOURCE (ie: DVD player, cabling, distribution amplifiers, etc...) and you're still well within your limits. You can add or remove more "effects" as you see fit.

For example, you can get more speakers at lower watts for a better sound quality. Or, you could add more lighting or laser effects. You may also want to stock up on replacement bulbs for the projectors (which aren't cheap, by the way.)

Hope that helps!

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