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What is a Short-Throw Projector?

A short throw projector is a type of projector that can project a large image from a short distance away from the screen or wall. Typically, a short-throw projector can display an image with a diagonal size of 100 inches or more from a distance of just a few feet away. This makes it ideal for use in small or confined spaces where traditional projectors would require more room to project a large image. Short-throw projectors use specialized lenses to achieve this short projection distance, and they can be either mounted on the wall or placed on a table or […]

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The Difference Between LCD & DLP Projectors Versus Laser Projectors

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and DLP (Digital Light Processing) projectors are types of projectors that use traditional lamp-based technology. These projectors require metal-halide / UHP projector lamps. Laser projectors use lasers to produce their images. Each type of projector has its own strengths and weaknesses, so it’s difficult to say that one type is universally better than the others.   Here are some considerations to keep in mind when comparing LCD, DLP, and laser projectors: Image quality: All three types of projectors can produce high-quality images, but there may be differences in color accuracy, contrast, and brightness between them. Generally, […]

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The Color Issues With Your Projector Lamp and How to Solve Them

Written by Correy Pelletier   Projector lamps primarily affect brightness. They are made of white light, which has a rainbow of colors. If you are experiencing color issues, it’s most likely the bulb is not the cause of these color problems.   The most common color problem is a complete washing of one color, such as pink, blue, or red. This problem is typically caused by a faulty prism in the projector or in the lamp housing. The lamp inside the projector projects bright white light, which projects through a series of prisms or pieces of glass that are designed […]

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When Should You Replace Your Projector Lamp?

Written by Correy Pelletier   Is your projector not turning on? Have you tried unplugging it and/or turning on the switch?   What are the LED indicator lights telling you? Check your manual to see which combination of lights and colors align with which problem or what one of the colors means. For example, some Panasonic dual-lamp projectors like the PT-DZ780 series have four main indicator lights on the front of it, LAMP 1, LAMP 2, TEMP, and FILTER. If one of the lamp indicator lights is solid red, then it’s reaching the end of its life and must be […]

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What Happens When You Don’t Replace Your Projector Lamp?

Written by Correy Pelletier   When you insert your new projector lamp bulb, it’s very bright, but with every use, it gets dimmer in small increments. You won’t notice it in the beginning since the increments are small. Over time and as you use the projector and lamp for many hours, it will start to fade. You might not notice it’s fading and the only way to know the difference is a side-by-side comparison with another projector that has a new lamp.   If you choose to not replace your lamp, over time it will become dimmer. And you may […]

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How to Prolong the Life of Your Projector Lamp

Written by Correy Pelletier   A projector lamp’s life can vary from user to user. Some users might get 1000 hours of life, while others might get 6000 hours of life. This depends on which bulb you’re using and how often you use the projector.   Aside from defective lamps, which account for 2% of all lamps and have a really short lamp life. The average life expectancy of a projector lamp is 2500 hours.   You can prolong the life of your projector lamp in these ways:   1. Environment Run your projector in a cool room, such as […]

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TOP PROJECTORS FOR WATCHING THE 2018-19 NFL SEASON

On September 6th, the 2018 NFL season will kick off with the defending Super Bowl LII champions the Philadelphia Eagles playing host to the Atlanta Falcons.  What better way to watch the game than on a large projector screen?     Whether you’re hosting a party at your home or running a sports bar, you’ll need to make sure your projector is high quality and provides clear images.  You want a projector that can project from a distance that won’t impede viewing.  And when it comes to image quality, a projector with lackluster lumens or a low contrast ratio just […]

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Top Projector Models for 2018

The start of a new year is a great time to check out the latest projectors which are going to make an impact over the next few months. Whether you want to overhaul your home cinema experience or experiment with new ways to spruce up your living space, these are the machines that will make an impact in 2018.   Viewsonic PJD7828HDL Affordable, efficient and surprisingly capable given its price, this projector from Viewsonic has received critical acclaim. It boasts a full 1080p resolution, a 3200 lumens rating and a lamp life of around 4000 hours.     Optoma UHD65 […]

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Top 2017 Projector Models for Business Presentations

Finding the right projector is always a subjective matter, because what might be the best model for you to use in your home cinema won’t necessarily be the ideal one to have for using in a classroom. If you are buying a projector to use for business presentations, you won’t need it to deliver the very latest 4K picture quality or blast your eardrums with its high quality sound system; you have more practical needs and a top-of-the-range home entertainment projector might not be necessary.   Here are some of the top rated projector models for business presentations available on […]

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Top 5 projectors for viewing home movies

In an age where digital technology is taking us further and further away from our roots, it’s no surprise to see more and more people reaching back for a more authentic experience. That’s why record players and vinyls are flying off shelves, as people look for a physical connection with their entertainment. That kind of experience is what drives people to the world of projection to watch their home movies, rather than watching them on a laptop or the TV.     If you’ve ever seen footage of a cinema projector, with flickering lights sending the picture up onto the […]

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