Question for EPSON projector owners?!?

Bob A

Hello,

I am getting ready to buy one of the LCD projectors from EPSON, but for those of you who have the newer models of their projector line:

"What exactly does the zoom feature do?"

Now, I know that when you move the projector far from the screen, the image increases in size. When you move it closer, the image decreases in size. So, does zooming allowing you to obtain a decreased image from far away just like if the project was closer to the screen? Thanks for the clarification and please do not direct me to another source. All I want to know is if I can adjust the size of the screen when it is x amount of feet away from the screen.

Example:

When the projector is 12 feet from the screen, the size may be 70x70. Can I "zoom in" and have a 50x50 size screen from the same exact 12 feet from the screen projector distance?

Again, thank you for the knowledge and if you don't have an EPSON, still inform me the general nature of the product.

Answer
Your understanding of it is correct. The zoom lens enlarges/decreases the image size.

How much you can zoom in and out is dependant on the projector. If you had it at 12 feet and had an Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB then you would have a range of 57" to 122" diagonal.

Check out your projector on http://www.projectorcentral.com and use their calculator to estimate the size of screen you can have when the projector is X feet away from the screen. Their calculator will also tell you an approximate brightness of the projected image (how dark you room has to be).

I have an older Epson 550, but the zoom lens is the same as the newer models. I have my projector 10 feet away from the screen and it will go up to about 96" (diagonal). I have mine at 90" though.

Epson 7800P projector?

shady1070

I received a few New Lamp bulbs for a epson 7800,7900 projector. Can I use these bulbs in any other cheaper projector epson makes. I really do not need something with 3000 lumens
Are these good for home theatre though. Since I have a few lamps, It will last me a long time. That is why im really thinking about finding one.

Answer
I do not believe that this lamp works in any of the cheaper units. Only the powerlite data lineup, its ouput is actually about 4000 ANSI lumens by the way, it ranges though based on the unit it is installed in.

PER EPSON:
The Epson ELPLP22 ultra high efficiency (UHE) projector lamp is designed as a replacement projector bulb for the Epson PowerLite 7800p, PowerLite 7850p and PowerLite 7900NL Projectors.

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Question for EPSON projector owners?!?

Bob A

Hello,

I am getting ready to buy one of the LCD projectors from EPSON, but for those of you who have the newer models of their projector line:

"What exactly does the zoom feature do?"

Now, I know that when you move the projector far from the screen, the image increases in size. When you move it closer, the image decreases in size. So, does zooming allowing you to obtain a decreased image from far away just like if the project was closer to the screen? Thanks for the clarification and please do not direct me to another source. All I want to know is if I can adjust the size of the screen when it is x amount of feet away from the screen.

Example:

When the projector is 12 feet from the screen, the size may be 70x70. Can I "zoom in" and have a 50x50 size screen from the same exact 12 feet from the screen projector distance?

Again, thank you for the knowledge and if you don't have an EPSON, still inform me the general nature of the product.

Answer
Your understanding of it is correct. The zoom lens enlarges/decreases the image size.

How much you can zoom in and out is dependant on the projector. If you had it at 12 feet and had an Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB then you would have a range of 57" to 122" diagonal.

Check out your projector on http://www.projectorcentral.com and use their calculator to estimate the size of screen you can have when the projector is X feet away from the screen. Their calculator will also tell you an approximate brightness of the projected image (how dark you room has to be).

I have an older Epson 550, but the zoom lens is the same as the newer models. I have my projector 10 feet away from the screen and it will go up to about 96" (diagonal). I have mine at 90" though.

Epson 7800P projector?

shady1070

I received a few New Lamp bulbs for a epson 7800,7900 projector. Can I use these bulbs in any other cheaper projector epson makes. I really do not need something with 3000 lumens
Are these good for home theatre though. Since I have a few lamps, It will last me a long time. That is why im really thinking about finding one.

Answer
I do not believe that this lamp works in any of the cheaper units. Only the powerlite data lineup, its ouput is actually about 4000 ANSI lumens by the way, it ranges though based on the unit it is installed in.

PER EPSON:
The Epson ELPLP22 ultra high efficiency (UHE) projector lamp is designed as a replacement projector bulb for the Epson PowerLite 7800p, PowerLite 7850p and PowerLite 7900NL Projectors.

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Epson 7800P projector?

shady1070

I received a few New Lamp bulbs for a epson 7800,7900 projector. Can I use these bulbs in any other cheaper projector epson makes. I really do not need something with 3000 lumens
Are these good for home theatre though. Since I have a few lamps, It will last me a long time. That is why im really thinking about finding one.

Answer
I do not believe that this lamp works in any of the cheaper units. Only the powerlite data lineup, its ouput is actually about 4000 ANSI lumens by the way, it ranges though based on the unit it is installed in.

PER EPSON:
The Epson ELPLP22 ultra high efficiency (UHE) projector lamp is designed as a replacement projector bulb for the Epson PowerLite 7800p, PowerLite 7850p and PowerLite 7900NL Projectors.

Projectors?

Pasky M

I have a few questions about projectors, I am going to get one to put in my room that I want to hook my computer up to to play games on a huge screen, i want to wathc movies on it through my computer, and I want to be able to watch local t.v. chaneels on it somehow. (my budget is I'm trying to keep it under $1000 including projection screen; I already have a sound system so that's not in my budget)

Q1: What projector should I get?
Q2: I get that the amount of lumens means how bright it can get, so what would be a good amount of lumens?
Q3: What would be a good contrast ratio? (I know the higher the better, but what is minimum amount the projector should have?)
Q4: What brand?
Q5: Where should I get it (Newegg, Bestbuy, Tigerdirect?)
Q6: Is a projector worth it instead of a tv? (I have enough space for up to 200 inches, so I thought a projecter would be a good idea, because then I could roll up the screen when I didn't need, and use the space, and it's cheaper than a big t.v.)
Ummmmm.. one thing I forgot is: is there anyway I can hook my projector up to local t.v.? (like bunny ears). I also understand that all t.v. will be digital by february of next year, so could I use a digital box to get local channels to play on my projecter?

Answer
Lets see If I can help



Q1: What projector should I get?

You want to make sure that the pj you get has a native resolution of at least 1280 X 720 so you can experience 720p HD. You should be able to find one for less than $800 and I actually just picked up an Optoma HD70 for about $650 after rebate.

Q2: I get that the amount of lumens means how bright it can get, so what would be a good amount of lumens?

Anything between 1000 and 1200 should be good. You get too many Lumens and you risk washing out the picture.

Q3: What would be a good contrast ratio? (I know the higher the better, but what is minimum amount the projector should have?)

I'd look for at least 2000:1

Q4: What brand?

There a gazillion of them but I prefer Infocus, Optoma or Epson and have had good experiences with all of them.

Q5: Where should I get it (Newegg, Bestbuy, Tigerdirect?)

For gods sake not Best Buy. Personally I have bought a few from Tigerdirect, but before I do I will do a search for the specific item on Yahoo Shopping so I can compare all of the online prices.


Q6: Is a projector worth it instead of a tv?

Absolutely! Watching HD on the big screen will BLOW YOU AWAY! I have been slowly replacing ALL my TV's with projection

weeder

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Which epson projector is better?

Jack L

There are three projectors in that link comparison i think the Epson - PowerLite Home Cinema 8350 Projector is best though from what ive read? Help.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=cat13504&type=page&pageIdentity=searchDriven&_DARGS=/site/en_US/catalog/fragments/product/olscompareproductcenterwell.jsp

Answer
The URL doesn't work for me. That said, the Epson 8350 is considered a good choice for a home theater projector. See the reviews at the sites at the links. Personally, I have an earlier model 1080p Epson projector and it's been great. While there are other good choices, you don't hear much bad about Epson projectors.

troubleshooting Epson powerlite s7 projector?

Fletcher

i have a Epson powerlite s7 projector that, after i turn it on and it warms up, the power indicator turns solid red and the lamp indicator starts flashing red. i have already replaced the bulb with one we know works and still have the same error. any help would be appreciated.

Answer
The projector probably has some problem beyond the bulb. It is probably not something you can fix yourself. I would call Epson and see if it is worth fixing. I have a few Epson projectors, and they all have been reliable but no projector lasts forever. They do have good customer support.

http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/support/SupportIndex.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&expansion=001000

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Help with 720p to Epson projector?

duck_hairb

If anyone can solve this problem for me I will buy them a small horse.

I've had this Epson EMP-TW100 projector for years now and only ever used S-Video. Last month I built an HTPC with a DVI output because I was hoping to watch Blu-Ray and other HD content on my projector in its native resolution 1280x720 - nice hd widescreen.

Except I can't. I have a 780g motherboard, on board Radeon 3200 graphics with DVI output. But if I switch to 720p (I have to force it because the graphics controller software says the best the projector can do is 1280x1024) the screen flashes and the projector claims the mode is "Not Supported".

The projectors manual, btw, expressly says that this mode IS supported.

Now I have no other DVI source to test with so I can't pin the problem on either component.

I've tried altering the frequency of the video signal, no dice.

I know the graphics card, projector and cable work because I can get 1280x1024. I can zoom this image to get a 1280x720 but I lose the top and bottom of my desktop.

I have the latest Radeon drivers for the graphics card.

Any ideas? Anyone?
Thanks to Adam T for trying, but the projector is the only screen connected to the htpc - there is no monitor confusing the graphics card. The projectors native resolution is 1280x720 (it's a 3-panel LCD) which is widescreen.

Answer
I couldn't speculate as to why your projector flashes when it gets the signal from your PC. However I may have a solution for you concerning the zooming and losing part of the screen.

I'd suggest that you're having an aspect ratio issue. If I had to guess, you are probably using a non-wide screen computer monitor. Since your computer wants to display the image on your primary display (the computer monitor) correctly, the secondary monitor (your projector) is displaying the same aspect ratio as the primary display.

Here is your problem, the software automatically suggests that you use 1280x1024. This is a bad resolution to see wide-screen video because it is almost a 4:3 ratio. 720p is a 16:9 aspect ratio, but your graphics card might not want to display that either. Wide-screen computers use a 16:10 aspect ratio.

So, when you tinker with the screen resolutions I would suggest that you force the graphics driver to output a resolution at:
1280x800 or 1280x720

If you get error messages or if those options are ghosted out, I would turn off the computer and restart it with your monitor unplugged and only having your projector turned on. This may help your computer automatically make the switch for you.

Question for EPSON projector owners?!?

Bob A

Hello,

I am getting ready to buy one of the LCD projectors from EPSON, but for those of you who have the newer models of their projector line:

"What exactly does the zoom feature do?"

Now, I know that when you move the projector far from the screen, the image increases in size. When you move it closer, the image decreases in size. So, does zooming allowing you to obtain a decreased image from far away just like if the project was closer to the screen? Thanks for the clarification and please do not direct me to another source. All I want to know is if I can adjust the size of the screen when it is x amount of feet away from the screen.

Example:

When the projector is 12 feet from the screen, the size may be 70x70. Can I "zoom in" and have a 50x50 size screen from the same exact 12 feet from the screen projector distance?

Again, thank you for the knowledge and if you don't have an EPSON, still inform me the general nature of the product.

Answer
Your understanding of it is correct. The zoom lens enlarges/decreases the image size.

How much you can zoom in and out is dependant on the projector. If you had it at 12 feet and had an Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 UB then you would have a range of 57" to 122" diagonal.

Check out your projector on http://www.projectorcentral.com and use their calculator to estimate the size of screen you can have when the projector is X feet away from the screen. Their calculator will also tell you an approximate brightness of the projected image (how dark you room has to be).

I have an older Epson 550, but the zoom lens is the same as the newer models. I have my projector 10 feet away from the screen and it will go up to about 96" (diagonal). I have mine at 90" though.

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How to play tv through a projector?

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Sue H

so im thinking of buying this projector http://www.noelleeming.co.nz/tvs-dvds/video-projectors-screens/video-projectors/epson-eh-dm3-home-theatre-projector/prod101515.html. And if i buy it i want to be able to watch normal television on it, but i dont know how to do that? please dont have complicated answers im not very good with technical stuff

Answer
To watch TV on a projector you will need a either a cable box, digital set-top-box or satellite receiver since TVs are only able to produce a picture on it's own screen

Say, for example you have a cable box. Instead of plugging it into the TV the lead will go to the back of the projector whether it is an HDMI lead or composite ( yellow red white )

How to make an amazing presentation with two projectors?

Anonymator

Hey! Movie theaters are an amazing experience. My objective for a high school project is to create a theater experience. Let me be more clear. My plan: Have two long white bed sheets/anything white and long to be used as a screen for a large audience. (It must be with a low budget <$100) I have 2 epson projector, one 13" retina mac book pro.
I want to create the most realistic panoramic experience ever! I want to be able to have videos in video, and have the ability to control each video playing. Or at least something in that base.
The space I have is an average classroom size.
Ready for a curve ball?? This will be a video/skit. Yes! You've read right! There is a live performance, and it will be based on Beowulf. Take it as Beowulf 21st century. I wonder if its possible to connect microphones to the mac?? What do you all think? is it possible?
---------------- Changing the subject just a bit-------
Im planning to use this technique based on your comments on a high school fundraising event called the HUNGER GAMES!! We did it last year, picked up an impressive 1.5k even after giving away an iPad mini. Presentation wise, it needed work.

The ability to go a little above and beyond no matter the work I must put in, Im sure it will be worthwhile. To think this all would be possible thanks to the replies, and comment attributed by the yahoo community is unique.

Please help,

Vladimir O.

p.s. - You want to get these yahoo points? lol take that as the bate.

Answer
"panoramic experience" must mean extended desktop, not two projections of the same thing, right?

A notebook computer has exactly one video out port. One signal comes from that port. Your plan calls for two signals, one with the Finder and the other an extended desktop. That can only be done using two graphics cards. You need a tower, such as a PC tower with two graphics cards or a Mac Pro with two cards.

Yes, many people report getting extended desktop to a pair of displays / projectors by using a USB adapter, but that doesn't have the graphics level for decent video.

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