When picking a projector, there are many considerations: the size of the screen, resolution capabilities, brightness and contrast settings, lens quality and focus options, cost, and features. To narrow down your search for the perfect projectors for your needs, use these tips as a guideline. Hopefully, they will be helpful to you!
1. Why do you need a projector?
There are many ways to show your movies on screen. From using laptops, computers, and TV sets to using portable DVD or Blu-ray players and large screen TVs, there are plenty of options. You can use these methods or mix them up depending on the projectors you choose. Just remember that all these methods require electricity, hoses and plugs, storage mediums, and cables which may not always be in your budget!
2. What is the price range?
The price range varies widely between projectors, and there is no hard rule to guide you. First of all, it depends on the quality of the projector. You will find some very cheap projectors, but you will also see a couple over $10,000.
3. How portable is it?
If you are working in an office or need to move around with your equipment around campus, a more compact option will be best. This is where you might want to use a laptop, for example.
4. How much space does it need?
The more space you have available on the wall, floor, or ceiling, the better. A large white wall will give you a reasonable projection that people can see from afar. If there are windows in your room and they are big, you can use them too!
5. How bright is it?
The projector’s brightness is measured in ANSI lumens, which is a standard measure of brightness. The higher the number, the brighter the projector will be. A good rule of thumb is to get a projector in Singapore with at least 2000 ANSI lumens for a small-medium-sized room or up to 4000 for larger rooms.
6. How much contrast does it have?
This means how much black will appear on the screen compared to white and how clear it will be to see. A good contrast ratio is at least 500:1. A feature called dynamic contrast will change the contrast depending on the environment so that it can get darker or better during nighttime and lighter during the day.
7. What kind of lens does it have?
The type of lens determines the focal length and brightness. A short focal length lens will make for a brighter image, but then you will need to adjust your projector to make sure it is at a good level of focus. A long focal length lens will need adjustment and more space around it, but the image will be smaller, more blurred, and not as bright. A lens with a throw ratio of 1.4 can be adjusted to project a 100″ at about 9-11ft away, which is excellent for a small room or office.
8. Does it have any special features?
If you want to use your projector with a laptop, you may want to look for one that has something called DVI connections. This feature is used for laptops, and you will not be able to use it otherwise.
Conclusion
All in all, choosing a projector is a very personal decision. While these tips should help you narrow down your choices, you also need to shop around for prices and features in your range. Read the reviews of the projectors that interest you, and visit several places before you purchase. Good luck!
