Answer M
I Need a CHEAP Projector that is around 100-300 dollars. I Am 13 and i plan on playing a ps3 on it in my room. So any Suggetions thta would look GOOD on a ps3 would be nice!!!
it doenst nedd a dvd player either
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While you may find a projector on eBay or elsewhere close to your price range (and a refurbished InFocus 4805, as suggested, would be a good choice if you can actually find one), you should be aware of a few things first.
The lamp in a projector needs to be replaced every 2-3000 hrs, so if you use for video games 3-4 hrs/day, that means you will have to replace it in as little as 18 months. And it could be sooner if you are not careful to cool down the lamp prpoerly after each use, avoid quick on-off cycles and protect against power cuts (which can shorten lamp life by ~20%).
The reason I make a big deal out of this is that a new lamp costs $300-$450 (depending on projector model), and usually only has a 90 day warranty.
Furthermore, to get a good picture from a projector rated under about 1500 lumens the room will have to be dark (or at least quite dim), and you need to project onto a screen ($200 or more to buy, $50 or so to make ... if you are handy) or onto a blank white (or light grey) wall.
Finally, make sure any model you find can be table mounted at a distance your room will accommodate for a reasonable picture size (this is not standardized).
So, a projector is a great idea, but go into the purchase planning to spend at least $250-$300 for the projector, more for a screen, and $3-$400 for a lamp in a year or so (or recognize the projector is a throw-away when the lamp goes. If you are OK with that ... happy gaming.
where can I find good projector under 400?
Benjamin
I'm looking for a projector to put in my room and was wondering if anyone knew of a good place to find one. I need it to be HD compatible and to look good on a 125 inch screen. My biggest problem is finding a decent one that has HD. None of the 200 dollar projector crap. I'm not asking you to do my shopping for me just if you have any ideas where to find one.
Here's the specs I want to have.
1. 2000 lumen
2. 1500.1 contrast
3. under 400 dollars i can budge a little
4. HD-mi or HD av cables compatible
5. 1024 x 768 native( nothing below 800 x 600
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The database at the link can be searched by features. Using your criteria (or as close as I can) your options are as shown at the link. Play with it (e.g. substituting various other resolutions) and see what comes up. Use the reviews to get opinions and be sure to verify from the spec sheet on any model of interest that it accepts HD input.
I assume you know that 800x600 native resolution is not HD. And I'd point out that a 125" screen is probably too big for your room (See 2nd link). Finally, prices shown are street price (not MSRP) but you may be able to do better.
Good luck.
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