So you Want to Buy a Projector?
Projectors as they become more affordable are increasingly being used by educational institutions, businesses and home owners.
They can be used in a wide range of applications, from training new employees, presenting marketing proposals and year-end reports, to displaying study material in a classroom or just watching the big game.
If you’re looking to buy a projector that will play an important role in your business for years to come, or one that replaces the family TV, it’s worth seeking out a quality machine.
Unless you are a tech expert, chances are you’re starting out armed with only a general idea of your needs. That is why it is important to know what to expect before you go shopping for a projector.
There are advantages and disadvantages of the different types of projectors, and in this article I will help clarify things for you.
Possibly the 3 things you should look into when you choose a projector are:
The projector’s brightness – the size of the room should determine the amount of brightness needed for your projector. A rule of thumb is the bigger the room the more lumens you will need. A projector with at least 1,000 ANSI lumens is a good start.
Color Contrast. If you plan on using your projector to watch movies then the higher the contrast the better the color. If you plan to just use your projector for business presentation then it is possible that this is not such a major issue and you could save money by not investing in a projector with the highest contrast level on the market.
Pixel density should also come into consideration with a high native pixel giving you a clearer picture.
Next you should be aware of the different types of projectors: LCD projectors and DLP projectors are most common, with each having several distinct advantages over the other.
LCD projectors are the most commonly used and most popular presentation equipment available and they offer the best performance to cost ratio. They tend to project a higher-quality, high-resolution picture with sharper images. There is also a larger selection of machines available.
DLP projectors are best for video presentations on small, ultra portable projectors as they boost the overall brightness of the projected image, meaning that the projector can be smaller and more compact and still produce a bright image. However they do tend to produce a lower quality and less sharp image.
There is one final and very important tip to consider. How long will the lamp last and how much does it cost to replace. You may or may not be aware that replacement lamps for LCD projectors can be very expensive. Sometimes they can cost almost what you paid for the projector. Always check how long your lamp should last as this varies with each make and model.
On average a projector lamp last around 2000 hours but some projectors have eco modes which in effect can add another 1000 hours worth of life to the lamp.
Hopefully this article has shed a little light on the subject of projectors and what to consider when buying one.
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Learn even more about the wide selection of projectors available online and make a shortlist of the machines that best suit your needs and budget. An easy to use list can be found at: http://www.av-audio-visual-projectors.co.uk/projectors.htm
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Optoma Dlp Gt750e Gt750e 1080p 3d-compatible Gaming Projector $845.12 |
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Game Box NTSC PAL Format Mutual Converter for NTSC PAL TV Projector $61.57 |
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Shift3 Light Blast Entertainment Projector TV Portable Video Games $20.51 |
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NEW HD LCD Movie Projector 640×480 pixl 1080i Game HDTV DG 737 $152.50 |
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PYLE PRJLE33 Portable LED Projector for Gaming TV Shows Movies and Sports $412.25 |
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Game Box NTSC PAL Format Mutual Converter for NTSC PAL TV Projector $59.23 |
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Entertainment Projector That Will Project 10 ft Image of Your Movies,Video Game $49.99 |
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Proxima DP2000x Professional LCD Projector for Computer Laptop MAC Movies Games $235.00 |
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Proxima X540 LCD PROJECTOR for Laptop PC presentations, also Movies GAMES $225.00 |
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LED HDMI Multimedia 1080 Projector Home theater Game Film PS3 Xbox Wii Laptop $298.00 |
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Shift 3 lightblast Entertainment Projector project 10′ movie video game new $39.99 |
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Boxlight Raven Home Theater/Gaming DLP 1080i Projector $200.00 |
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VIP 3D-Gamer HDMI Converter Adapter Box for PS3 Games on 3D Ready DLP Projectors $150.00 |
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Sony VPL-CS7 LCD Projector 1080i HD Blu-Ray DVD PC MAC PRESENTATION VIDEO GAMES $289.95 |
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NIB Shift 3 lightblast Entertainment Projector project 10′ movie video game new $30.00 |
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Manual Black 80″ Movie Film Game Projector Projection Vertical Screen 4:3 $92.75 |
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HDMI 1080P LCD Projector Home Theater for HD Video Game,TV,PC,XBOX,XBOX360,PS3 $196.00 |
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LCD HDMI Multimedia Projector Home Theatre FOR Game/Movie Laptop HDD PS3Xbox360 $298.00 |
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MINI Protable LED 20000HS HDMI SVIDEO VGA Projector Home Theater Film Game $218.00 |
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Shift3 Light Blast LCD Entertainment Projector for movies & games !!! $19.99 |
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New Optoma Playtime PT100 DLP Texas Instruments Gaming and Video Projector $139.00 |
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Shift3 Light Blast Entertainment Projector TV Portable Video Games Retail box! $25.00 |
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HD LCD Movie Projector 640×480 pixl 1080i Game HDTV $122.50 |
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Optoma GT360 Game Time Home Theater Gaming 3D Ready HDTV 1080p DLP Projector $199.99 |
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MINI DIGITAL LED PROJECTOR 50K.HRS LIFE / SD SLOT FOR DVD,TV,GAMES,etc $99.00 |
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HD PSP projector, enjoy game in larger screen,laptop/phone/DV/DC projector $409.00 |
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HD projector for laptop, smartphones, digital video camera, game consoles $399.00 |
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Shift3 Lightblast Entertainment Projector Watch TV, Video Games $39.99 |
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3500 Lumens 2 x HDMI LED Projector for DVD, GAME WII $480.00 |
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Digital Galaxy DG-973 LCD Projector Video Games $259.00 |
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PYLE-HOME PRJLE60 Portable LED Projector for Gaming TV Shows Movies and Sports $254.17 |
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Shift 3 lightblast Entertainment Projector project 10′ movie video game new $39.99 |
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New Pyle PRJG42 17” – 67” 4:3/16:9 LED Video Game Projector $109.49 |
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FREE BULB+SHIFT3 LIGHTBLAST ENTERTAINMENT PROJECTOR FOR GAMES DVD MOVIES FIGHTS $59.99 |
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Dell 1800MP HD Wide 16:9 Home Theater, Computers, Games, Video DLP Projector $115.00 |
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Black Vertical Screen Manual 60″ Movie Game Projection Projector Screen 4:3 $15.50 |
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Outdoor Home ★ Portable Backyard 120″ Theater Movie Game Projector Screen $197.90 |
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1080P 800*600 HDMI LCD HD projector Home Theater DVD video game $219.85 |
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HTP HDMI 1080P home theater HD LCD projector TV game PS3 PC LAPTOPS $218.99 |
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OEM HDMI 1080P home theater HD LCD projector TV game PS3 PC LAPTOPS US $218.99 |
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Multimedia HDMI 1080P home theater HD LCD projector TV game PS3 PC LAPTOPS US $218.99 |
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New HD LCD Movie projector 640×480 pixel 1080i Game TV $242.00 |
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Learning Resources Right Timer Graphic Overhead Timer $4.67 Timer functions count up or down. Large display features a graphic representation of time passing as well as a numerical count for reinforcement. Tone signals when time runs out. Width: 8 in Depth: 3/4 in Height: 2 1/2 in Diameter: N/A.Unit of Measure : Each… |
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Trademark Games Constellation Night Light Star Twilight Turtle With Music $13.69 Now your child can enjoy the beauty and comfort of sleeping under the night sky! The Sweet Dreams Nite Light Turtle projects colorful constellations of stars and the moon on to the walls and ceiling of your childs room. Sweet Dreams Nite Light Turtles shell glows to help to ease fears of the dark and provide your child with a gentle slumber. Make bed time relaxing and enjoyable for you and your ch… |
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Twilight Constellation Night Light Galaxy Beetlestar Projection Light $24.95 The Beetlestar Galaxy is an extraordinary night light companion for your child’s nursery or bedroom. Battery operated and touch-activated, the Beetlestar projects a constellation pattern onto the ceiling and walls of your child’s room, transforming it with the soft glow of an evening sky. Glowing from it’s internal LED lights, the Beetlestar Galaxy projects individual colors or softly transitions… |
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Trademark Home Decorative Lunar Night Light With Remote Control $18.16 Decorative Lunar Night Light with Remote Control – Bring the wonders of the cosmos to your aspiring astronomerâ?TMs room with the Decorative Lunar Night Light! This incredible remote controlled light displays the phases of the moon while providing illumination.Wax and wane through the cycle of the moon in the span of a few moments rather than a month! This great light is educational and beautiful… |
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VGA Adapter to TV S-Video RCA Out Cable for PC Video $0.01 This VGA Adapter to TV S-Video RCA Out Cable allows video output from your PC/laptop computer to any TV with S-Video or RCA video input. Note: Your VGA card must support TV out directly through VGA port function. Please consult with your VGA card’s user manual for more information…. |
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Advanced HD Port ready LCD Projector,1080i Resolution HDMI input,Playstation, Xbox, DVD, cable/satellite tv $202.00 Advanced HD Port ready LCD Projector,1080i Resolution HDMI input,Playstation, Xbox, DVD, cable/satellite… |
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Samsung Galaxy Tab (10.1-Inch, 16GB, Wi-Fi) $431.80 Your mobile life just got better with the amazingSamsung GT-P7510MAYXAB Galaxy Tab 10.1″ WiFi Android Tablet. Its 10.1″ widescreen HD display redefines high resolution performance with sharper movies, better game graphics, and crystal clear video chats. Android 3.1, Honeycomb OS provides open access to over 200,000 Android Market apps and an immersive, lightning fast web browsing experience. And w… |
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Lava Lite Mini LED Projector $12.99 … |
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EyeClops Mini Projector $45.99 Product Features * Projects movies and television, video games and more * Projects up to 60″ in size * Take it anywhere indoors, outdoors and on the go * Works with DVD players, iPod, video games, digital camera and more * Super LED illumination Kids can project movies, video games, and more with the Eyeclops Mini Projector. Designed for ages eight and older, this portable digital projector fits in the palm of your hand and projects a screen size of up to 60 inches! All you need for big-screen excitement is a dark room and standard RCA cables to connect the Eyeclops to your favorite media player or game console. With an optional battery pack for projection on-the-go, you’ll never lose sight of the big picture! Mini Projector Ages: 8+ * Requires: Connector cables (RCA cables) for projecting from various media sources (not included) * 4 “D” batteries for portable battery pack (optional/not included) * Adult assistance for battery replacement What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Mini projector makes it easy for kids to create their own home theater. The Challenging: Low-resolution images necessitate a viewing environment that is totally dark. In a Nutshell: Kids will love projecting movies and video games outdoors and on bedroom ceilings! This kid-friendly projector projects movies, video games and more. The projector is lightweight and compact, so you can even project on the ceiling. The EyeClops expands video games to larger-than-life sizes. If You Can Plug It In, You Can Project It The Eyeclops puts big-screen projection capability in the palm of your hand. It’s easy to create your own home theater — just connect your favorite media player or game console to the Eyeclops’ audio-video inputs (connector cables not included), turn on the power, and aim the projector at a wall or ceiling. With built-in speakers and a projected screen size of up to 60 inches, your favorite movies and video games will take on a whole new look and sound! The Eyeclops works with DVD players, video game consoles, handheld devices, and more! The projector’s simple, kid-friendly features include a pivoting arm for adjusting the projection angle, a volume control, and a focal adjustment. Unlike other larger projectors, the Eyeclops doesn’t get hot, so it’s safe for kids to handle. Projector Fits in the Palm of Your Hand Going on a road trip? The projector unit weighs less than a pound and measures a compact 2 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (H x W x D), so kids can easily take it along for all kinds of adventures. The projection stand features a convenient belt clip in addition to a portable battery pack that provides approximately 270 minutes of projection time — more than enough for an outdoor |
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XPJ GAMING PROJECTOR $169.18 The XPJ Projector offers professional multimedia LCD projection at an afordable price so you can live large on a small budget. Using LCD Projection, the XPJ offers a viewing screen up to 70 inches providing big entertainment at a fraction of the cost. You can connect the XPJ to your computer, video game console, dvd player or TV. Built to UL specifications & engineered with both safety and entertainment in mind. |
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Optoma PlayTime DLP LED Projector $229.99 This portable projector features an LED light source for enhanced color and a long lifetime. The versatile VGA and audio/video inputs allows you to connect video game consoles, computers, DVD players, receivers, cameras and more.Not sure what size projector or screen you need? Learn more.Learn more about how DLP technology optimizes the HDTV experience. (Flash demo) |
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Optoma GT750E 3D Gaming Projector $799.99 The Optoma GT750E 3D Gaming Projector offers a feature rich and comprehensive solution to gamers. The projector, which includes only an RF emitter in the box, aims to deliver every feature that gamers want. Designed for flawless performance with today’s top HD consoles and gaming PCs, the GT750E energizes game play with stunning speed, high contrast, and vivid colors. Plus, the short throw design lets users capture big screen performance even in small rooms. Including a variety of connection options (such as 2 HDMI and a component connector), the projector delivers flexibility for your gaming/home entertainment setup. In addition to solid brightness and contrast ratio, the projector includes 10W audio for solid sound and a backpack for easy transport. |
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The Game $10 The Game |