Mobile navigationThe 101st NHL season is approaching the mid way mark of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the excitement is sure to continue until Lord Stanley’s mug is hoisted in June. There’s nothing like watching all the action on a large, bright screen. So, sports pub owners, it’s time to find the right projector and start bringing in more patrons!
Here are a few suggestions.
BenQ HT2550
This BenQ model with its 4K picture quality makes sure that fans will be able to tell the teams apart thanks to its incredible 8.3 million distinct color pixels. That makes it practically cinema-quality and sure to please all the hockey fanatics in your town. It offers slightly less than optimal brightness at 2200 lumens, but this should be enough for most venues.
Epson Home Cinema 1060
If the venue in question is one where it is difficult to block out competing lights and the brightness, this Epson model offers 3,100 lumens, which will perform in spite of ambient light. This factor, plus the full HD resolution, makes this an attractive choice in the sub-$700 category.
Optoma UHD60
The Optoma UHD60 packs a visual punch with its rich, saturated color and impressive 1,000,000:1 contrast. This is a 4K projector that provides 3000 lumens and has the lowest audible noise rating among projectors of its kind. It is the most expensive projector on this list, but you’ll more than make up the cost when patrons flock to your pub throughout the rest of the season.
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2018 Spring Movie Rentals for the Whole Family
Looking for some new movies to watch with the family this Spring break? We’ve got selections for every member of the family to watch in your home theater!
If you don’t have a projector already, why not pair this crop of new flicks with a new projector? The highly rated Optoma HD143X is new for 2018, and it’s a great model for the price (under $700). It is bright enough for a well lit family room, has HD resolution and supports 3D viewing, among other great features.
Children:
Coco — This animated feature, a boy named Miguel runs afoul of his family in his pursuit to become a famous guitar player. Once his aspirations cause him to be cursed, he must journey to the Land of the Dead to beg forgiveness from his ancestors.
Ferdinand — A gentle bull, Ferdinand is the happy pet of a loving family in Spain. After being captured to participate in bullfights, Ferdinand must escape with the help of his animal buddies and return to his home.
Teens:
It — The latest adaptation of Stephen King’s classic novel, It takes place in a small town where seven bullied kids uncover an evil entity preying on the local children. The teens must band together to destroy the monster, a killer clown named Pennywise.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi — In the most recent chapter of this legendary franchise, Rey learns the ways of the Force from Luke Skywalker and forms a psychic connection with Kylo Ren. Meanwhile, Po Dameron engages The First Order in an epic space battle.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle — During detention, four teenagers find a mysterious video game from the ’90s. When they try to play it, the teens are transformed into various video-game avatars and dropped into a virtual jungle world.
Parents:
Molly’s Game — This is the true story of professional skier Molly Bloom, who went on to become a legendary high-stakes poker player. Her games attracted business tycoons, sports stars, celebrities and the Russian mob to the table before her arrest by FBI agents.
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri — The gripping story of a mother who, frustrated with the lack of progress by the local police in solving her daughter’s murder, installs three billboards on the edge of town to goad the department into action.
The Shape of Water — The award-winning tale of a mute cleaning lady working in a secret U.S. government lab in the 1960s who befriends an amphibious creature held there in captivity. As she develops a unique bond with the creature, she and her friends decide to help it escape from captivity.
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Best Projectors for Watching New Spring Shows
With a new crop of spring shows upon us, it’s time to make sure your home theater is ready to go. Get a projector and watch this new, binge-worthy content in style!
Below is a selection of newer model projectors that can deliver with great results!
Epson Home Cinema 1060 Projector
If you’re looking for a long-lasting projector that won’t break the bank, the Epson Home Cinema 1060 is a good option. It features 3,100 lumens and a 10,000 hour lamp life with full HD resolution. This model can read files from a USB device and has built-in Wi-Fi for easy streaming.
BenQ HT1070A
This BenQ model has received high marks for its overall image quality, providing 15,000 to 1 contrast for less than $700. It can project a 60 inch image from a distance of seven feet, and features wall color compensation technology, meaning you can project your image virtually anywhere.
Viewsonic PJD7828HDL
Similar to the BenQ HT1070A, this Viewsonic model offers great value for small rooms. Another entry in the sub-$700 category, this projector provides short-throw projection at full 1080p resolution. It also boasts a 3200 lumens rating and a lamp life of around 4000 hours.
Optoma UHD60
Though the sticker price is not for the faint of heart, the Optoma UHD60 packs a visual punch with its rich, saturated color and impressive 1,000,000:1 contrast. This is a 4K projector, ready for all types of Netflix and Amazon content streaming at that resolution. Other standout features include the lowest audible noise rating and highest lumen rating (3000) among projectors of its kind.
JVC DLA-RS520
If you wish to view new shows in style, look no further than the JVC DLA-RS520 projector. This model has won high marks for color accuracy and saturation, high contrast and black levels. It features 4K Precision e-shift, which will allow you to project images with 4K resolution from an HD source.
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Best Projector Models for Hosting an Indoor Movie Night
The final stretch of winter is here but in some locations, you may find that the weather is still bitterly cold with more snow storms in sight! With the right projector you can stay warm indoors and never have a reason to leave the house until winter runs its course and comes to a close for good.
Below are a few of the best models to help make your movie viewing sessions more cinematic and enjoyable.
Epson VS250 SVGA
If you’re looking for a long-lasting projector, then this entry-level model from Epson is a great option. It boasts a 10,000 hour lamp life which means that you will be able to get plenty of use out of it before it gives up the ghost and a replacement is needed. It may only have a pixel count of 800×600, meaning it cannot quite match true HD models in terms of clarity. But with a compact design, fast start-up time and decent 3200 lumens brightness rating, it is a good starting point.
LG PH550
Part of the Minibeam LED range, this 720p HD unit is built for extreme portability and convenience. It has wireless connectivity for easy media streaming, as well as a built in battery that can power it for up to two and a half hours without the need for a plug; easily long enough to watch most movies. The fact that it uses an LED lamp helps with lifespan, although that does mean that brightness is not quite up there with some other models. The 550 lumens rating is modest, but if you turn the lights out, it will still do the job.
BenQ i500
Another wireless model, the i500 is targeted at people who want an affordable compact projector with short throw capabilities and a surprisingly stylish design.
It comes with a pair of built-in 5 watt speakers and can project screens of between 60 and 200 inches in size. The biggest benefit of its streaming capability is that it is easy to use in different rooms of the house, whether you want to watch a movie on the couch downstairs or create a cinema in your bedroom for those lazy winter weekends.
Epson EH-TW6700W
If you’re happy to stretch your budget quite a bit further, then this high flying projector from Epson will really leave you impressed.
It has an excellent 70,000:1 contrast ratio, a pair of HDMI inputs, lots of adjustability options and support for full 1080p HD content. The trend today may be for 4K projectors, but this model is a great mid-point between entry level and pro-sumer in terms of performance and price.
The inclusion of 3D playback capabilities and the ability to project a screen of up to 300 inches in size will make it even more attractive.
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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
If your projector budget is hefty enough then this impressive Optoma model might be worth adding to your wish list. It supports 4K resolutions and HDR playback, while also handling content from lower resolution sources admirably well. The 2200 lumens lamp and the 1,200,000:1 contrast ratio claimed by the manufacturer make it a competitive performer at its price point.
LG HU80KA
Making its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show 2018, this is LG’s first ever projector to offer 4K playback. It also stands out from the crowd thanks to its unusual design and its 2500 lumens output. The optimal screen size it can produce at this brightness is 150 inches and it even has built-in speakers to provide audio playback, making it fairly decent as a portable projector option.
BenQ CH100
For some people 4K is not the be all and end all of projector tech. Other features may be more important. The CH100 fits this brief, with a 30,000 hour lamp life in eco mode, wireless connectivity for media streaming and a low-noise fan which means it does not sound like a hurricane when it heats up during use.
Sony LSPX-A1
This model is another CES launch and costs as much as the average family car. But its jaw-dropping specifications are more than enough to justify the asking price. It is an ultra-short throw projector that can blast 4K footage onto walls and screens while sitting just 9.6 inches away from the surface. It also comes with an impressive 360 degree audio setup and a gorgeous outer body that makes it look more like a piece of furniture than a projector.
Optoma UHD51A
While this projector may not quite match the other Optoma model in the list in terms of raw performance, it does outdo it in other areas. Specifically, the integration with Amazon’s popular Alexa voice controlled assistant is a really nice touch. This lets users control it with voice commands given to the Echo or Echo Dot smart speakers. The on board 4K chip is just the icing on the cake.
Viewsonic PX727-4K
This projector is designed to bring 4K to the masses, undercutting many of its rivals with a comparatively affordable asking price and a decent set of features. This is achieved thanks to some clever technical trickery which means that the sub-4K chip can actually hit higher resolutions without having a prohibitive price tag included.
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Best projectors for Holiday Gatherings
The holiday party season is in full swing, but if you’re still thinking of upgrading your entertainment options before friends and family arrive, you should consider getting a projector. There are many things you can do with the right model to liven up your parties, as well as for screening all your favorite Christmas movies and even bringing your festive New Year’s decorations to life.
You can use a projector inside or outside your home to wow your guests (and neighbors) with festive displays projected onto the walls, whether they are old photos or videos of your own, or apps you can download with festive lighting displays. If your parties include some gaming, you can use a projector to supersize the picture so everyone feels immersed in the action.
Here’s a look at some of the best projectors available to use for holiday parties:
Epson BrightLink 536Wi
With a brightness of 3400 lumens that will deliver impressive pictures against any kind of ambient light, this short throw projector offers a large, high quality image even in a smaller room, which makes it very flexible for use at Christmas or New Year’s parties as it will perform well both indoors or outdoors. The image quality is excellent for what is also a reasonably inexpensive model and it will definitely bring a load of festive fun.
Optoma GT1080
This Optoma model is a great all-round projector that works very well for lots of things you might want to try out at a holiday party, including video games. It’s short throw lens feature also means that it can project a 100 inch picture from just 3.5 feet away, making it ideal for tight spaces and crowded rooms. The last thing you need is for your guests to be getting in the way of the picture when they are mingling. It also comes with an excellent built-in audio system if you want to avoid the hassle of hooking up external speakers too.
BenQ X12000
The Christmas season is a colorful time and you’ll want any displays created by your projector to capture all the reds, greens and golds, etc, but this will only be effective if you’re using the right technology. This BenQ projector has an incredible 8.3 million distinct color pixels and 4K resolution, which makes it ideal for stunning your guests with amazing festive imagery, as well as for watching festive TV shows and movies.
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Top affordable projectors for the holiday season
Christmas time is (almost) here, and for most families that means getting ready for long hours spent on the couch together watching classic holiday movies while eating your favorite festive treats. It’s what brings friends and family together which is why many people go out of their way to make sure their loved ones are comfortable and entertained.
Whether it’s a new couch or easy chair, you can provide the basics to meet your needs but then it becomes all about which holiday classic you will watch and how? What movies you pick are down to your personal preferences – as long as It’s A Wonderful Life is in there somewhere – but the method you use to watch it, has only one good answer. You need a projector, especially if you’re going to be screening the old classics, as there’s no better way to see them.
A projector will give you the picture size and quality to truly appreciate the festive viewings with your friends and family, but they can be expensive to buy, which can by an issue at a time of year when you already have plenty of shopping to do.
We did some searching and came up with the best most affordable projectors for the upcoming holiday season:
Optoma HD28DS
This model is much cheaper than the top of the range video projectors on the market but it delivers quality that your average viewer (especially after a Christmas meal and some eggnog) wouldn’t be able to tell the difference. It comes with 1080p resolution, a brightness of 3,000 lumens that will defeat even the brightest of Christmas lights. It can play 3D and is capable of displaying an image up to 214×290 inches in the right room. What more could you need?
Epson EH-TW9300
If you want a more spectacular image quality for all the latest blockbusters (or you have a relative you really want to show off to – let’s be real, we’ve all been there) but can’t afford 4K, this Epson LCD projector offers 4K enhancement and upscaling of 1080p. If you’re a novice in the projector world, it’s also a very simple model to set up and use, which might also help if you’ve got THAT family member looking over your shoulder.
BenQ TH670
And finally we have another model that won’t cost your whole holiday budget but will give you a really great picture quality with 1080p resolution, a brightness of 3000 lumens and also has impressive built in speakers. This makes it a tempting option for anyone looking for a quick and easy introduction to projectors and who doesn’t want to splash out straight away with all the equipment needed to build a real home cinema in time for Christmas.
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Best projectors for hosting a Gala or fundraising event
When hosting a large gala or fundraising event, the visual component is important no matter where the event is taking place. The guests should be entertained but also constantly reminded of why they are there. A fundraiser where the entertainment has been top notch but the call to actions have been few and far between may feel like a successful one, but quite literally won’t add up to much.
One of the best ways to prevent your gala event from running off track in this respect is to make sure that the guests are always having the right message and the call to action communicated to them clearly. More often than not, this involves using a projector. A good projector will act as a guide for your guests throughout the evening, showing key images, messages and information that they need to know.
But this will only work correctly if you have the right projector! Here are the best models to have for hosting a gala or fundraising event:
ViewSonic Pro8520HD
At a gala or fundraiser, the chances are that there will need to be a good amount of light used at any given time, especially if a large meal is being served as part of the event. But you will still need your projector to be operational and effective, so having the right level of brightness is key at these functions. This ViewSonic model packs a real punch in this area, with 5000 lumens’ worth of brightness to shine through even the busiest and brightest of galas with an excellent picture intact.
Epson BrightLink 536Wi
At 3400 lumens, this Epson model doesn’t offer the same brightness levels as the ViewSonic listed above, but it is still a powerful projector that will deliver good results in most conditions. It is a reasonably affordable model, but has excellent picture quality if you want to utilize photo slideshows at your gala, and can create a large image from a short distance as it is a short throw projector, which allows for greater flexibility when dealing with room layouts.
BenQ MH741
Another projector with very good picture quality and brightness, this BenQ model offers 4000 lumens, which should be enough to deal with whatever your event has to offer. It also comes with a great deal of flexibility for however you want to display your key fundraising information. It can deliver text and figures with perfect clarity so that guests can see how they can donate, but it is also built for showing high quality video, so if you have case studies which include the emotional side of the fundraising cause, this projector will give you the best of both worlds.
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Top sports bar projectors for watching the new NHL season
The 2017-2018 NHL season got underway in October and has already provided plenty of entertainment for hockey fans. There will be much more excitement to come as the 101st season moves towards the playoffs in April, followed by the Stanley Cup Final in June. That means there’s lots of games to watch and if you’re unable to see them in person, you need to decide how to follow the action!
You could stay at home to watch the games with your local TV provider, but there’s always a much more exciting atmosphere when taking in a match-up at a nearby sports bar. However, it has to be a sports bar that offers a large enough picture size and high quality definition to make you feel like you’re actually at the game. Otherwise you’ll be sitting there squinting along with everyone else trying to figure out where the puck is.
This means that most sports bar owners should consider finding the right projectors for displaying games from the new NHL season. Here’s a few suggestions.
Sony VPL-VZ1000ES
Hockey is a fast paced game where the action can shift from one end of the rink to the other in seconds, so a good frame rate is essential to make sure fans aren’t left feeling frustrated and confused. This 4K model has 60 frames a second video performance, so there won’t be any problems with stuttering movement from NHL stars. With 2500 lumens of brightness it should also be bright enough to give a clear picture in most sports bars where there isn’t very much ambient light.
BenQ X12000
Another projector with an impressive 4K picture quality is this BenQ model, which also makes sure that fans will be able to tell the teams apart thanks to its incredible 8.3 million distinct color pixels. That makes it practically cinema-quality and any sports bar that splashes out with it will be delivering an amazing service for its patrons. It offers slightly less brightness at 2200 lumens, but again this should be enough for most venues.
Epson BrightLink 536Wi Interactive WXGA 3LCD
If the venue in question is one where it is difficult to block out competing lights and the brightness of the models above isn’t enough to deliver the required clarity, you need something like this Epson model, which has good image quality without being 4K, but most importantly it offers 3,400 lumens which will ensure that it isn’t defeated by ambient light.
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Projector Ideas for Halloween!
Halloween is almost here and it’s time to get creative and spooky with your projectors! Every year, Halloween seems to become bigger and more spectacular. That means added pressure to compete everything on time when it comes to decorations and parties. There’s a whole marketplace out there offering expensive ways to bring your house to life (or back to life) for this time of the year, but could owning a projector prove to become your secret weapon?
Projectors have a rich horror movie history themselves, right up to this year’s smash hit movie, “It”, which features a projector in one of its most terrifying scenes. There’s something inherently creepy about the flickering image of an old-school projector. Even the most modern models still have that ability to conjure an atmosphere that a regular television can’t provide.
That makes Halloween a fantastic time to own a projector capable of showing movies and images. Below are some ideas on how you can use yours for some spook-tacular fun:
Projecting images onto your house
You can decorate your house in very elaborate ways for Halloween, but there’s only so many variations out there, so most houses end up looking the same. If you have a large enough space on the side of your house, why not use your projector to light it up with chilling imagery, whether it’s the girl climbing out of the well from The Ring or Michael Myers lurking in someone’s garden. You’ll be the talk of the trick or treaters for sure.
Movie time
Halloween is a time for movies. There’s plenty of scary movies you can watch at this time of year, with ten films in the “Halloween” franchise alone, not to mention all the old Universal classic monster flicks. So why not project them onto your house (this was done to great effect in the new Netflix horror movie “The Babysitter” – despite the fact they were watching a Western instead) or onto a large screen or sheet outside. You can wrap up warm with hot drinks and gather friends and family together for a spooky favorite.
Just for fun
There’s plenty of other fun ways you can use a projector at Halloween, including the use of gaming for kids young and old. There are certainly enough zombie video games out there to ensure that any Halloween party is – literally – a blast. Or there’s more traditional games that can be enhanced with projection or the kind that modern photo filter apps can provide, letting you turn your guests into monsters and projecting their new face on the big screen.
Halloween is a fantastic time to own a projector, but a terrible time for your lamp to give up on you, so make sure you’re prepared with MyProjectorLamps. Our prices won’t scare you!
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