ry0240
2011-08-06 20:08:30
I'm thinking of buying a projector to play games and watch movies on. On ebay they have alot of decently priced projectors with HDMI outputs. I'm not looking for a $500+ projector though it would be nice, it's not in my price range. Has anyone here ever played games on a PS3 or something through a projector? Was the quality decent?
Capricorn
2011-08-06 20:15:24
You can buy a cheapo projector or wait for a sale, not sure how good of quality a cheap projector will be though.
Also you need a room where it's dark enough, not a lot of people like to deal with that. Like basement with no windows dark, you can get away with using blinds but it won't be optimal.
ry0240
2011-08-06 20:59:36
Yea I only have one window in my room, I was testing it out yesterday to see if it'd be decently dark, and even in mid-day with my blinds closed and lights off it was pretty dark.
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/325556414/Home_Theater_XGA_HD_720P_HDMI.htmlThat's the one I'm thinking of getting, I saw some reviews of it online and people say for the price it is good.
The biggest part off buying a projector is the lifespan and price of a replacement bulb. They can run pretty freaking high. Sometimes almost as much as the projector itself. Just another thing to look into :)
~BraK
cause
2011-08-06 21:22:36
if you're feeling a little hands on you could always try good ol DIY:
http://diyprojectorkits.com/I hear its really good quality and they have some kits available to make it a bit easier.
Narcle
2011-08-06 22:59:04
Besides the replacement bulb, the wall/screen you project it on is important too. Incorrect colored wall can mess it up, and a screen that dissipates the static and is correct color runs a various costs…
ry0240
2011-08-06 23:12:26
From: Narcle
Besides the replacement bulb, the wall/screen you project it on is important too. Incorrect colored wall can mess it up, and a screen that dissipates the static and is correct color runs a various costs…
Isn't there like a DIY kinda paint that you can buy and just clean and reapint the wall with it? Also what do you guys think about this projector? It says the bulb lasts a long time and the resoulution and contrast ratio seem decent for the price.
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/325556414/Home_Theater_XGA_HD_720P_HDMI.html
Silent
2011-08-07 04:03:46
I was considering buying a projector at one point too, but I found the resolution too low for the price point I could afford, not to mention eventual bulb replacements.. I think, depending on the size space that you have, a Tv might be a better option. They have really come down in price anyway, plus they last much longer.
ry0240
2011-08-07 04:32:50
Yea I have an HDTV already, but I was just thinking the thought of having an 80+inch screen would be awesome =/. But yes they do seem expensive for their resolution and stuff.
Capricorn
2011-08-07 11:42:15
From: ry0240
Yea I have an HDTV already, but I was just thinking the thought of having an 80+inch screen would be awesome =/. But yes they do seem expensive for their resolution and stuff.
Do you even have enough space for a 80 inch display?
ry0240
2011-08-07 11:56:17
Yes, I have a wall. If I did get one I'd just build a DIY screen and prop it up on my wall.
Capricorn
2011-08-07 16:03:12
From: ry0240
Yes, I have a wall. If I did get one I'd just build a DIY screen and prop it up on my wall.
No I mean as in distance from the screen, with a screen that big you have to sit a fair distance away.
That's why TVs are so big and monitors are comparatively small. TVs are meant to be viewed from a distance.
Silent
2011-08-07 16:18:17
From: Capricorn
No I mean as in distance from the screen, with a screen that big you have to sit a fair distance away.
That's why TVs are so big and monitors are comparatively small. TVs are meant to be viewed from a distance.
Some monitors get up to like 32"… Which isn't really that small. At a good distance, about 10ft+ this setup that he is looking at wouldn't be bad, but I agree that you wouldn't want it right in your face. Also, depending on the resolution of the projector, it could look kind of crappy that big… That's why I think TVs > projectors.
ry0240
2011-08-07 16:22:57
Yea I have enough length for the projector to project it that big, but yeah the resolution is iffy. I guess I should just be happy with the HDTV I got now. But I think eventually when I have more money I will experiment with a projector. I could either be pleasently surprised at the quality or sadly disappointed with it.