Deciding on the right projector is not as easy as it used to be. Especially with all the features and specifications to compare, also not to mention the great number of digital projectors and technologies on the market today. You can see an example of this just by researching the latest Power Point Projector. This article will briefly discuss two parameters that are crucial to know about, brightness and projector panel type or technology. With a basic grasp of brightness and projector types, you will be able to make a much more informed decision as to what projector will best meet your needs.
About Brightness
One of the first things you might want to compare when choosing a projector is it’s brightness. You should be sure to consider your set up location when choosing a projector. Also, if you’re going to use this for your workplace as a portable presentation device you have to take into account its adjustability. Pricier, high end projectors are usually brighter and capable of putting out more lumens. As technology advances, the standards will move upwards, in any case though for now, here are some rough guidelines for luminosity amount and projector use; please be aware that these are just loose recommendations and are not written in stone.
• 3000 or more ANSI lumens. Good for projecting in bright areas, convention stages, outdoor concerts or large theater venues.
• 1800 to 3000 ANSI is mainly used for educational applications like in big classrooms or auditorium meetings. It can also be used for convenient home entertainment viewing and enjoyment, especially when you’re not satisfied with just your TV and want your collection of DVDs to be projected well.
• 1000 to 1800 ANSI is suitable for simple presentations, especially in business applications like meetings, personal projects or brief overviews. It can be suitable for entertainment purposes, but be prepared to consider getting a bigger resolution.
DLP and LCD Projector Panels
There’re two kinds of projectors; basically, the LCD and DLP panels. LCD happens to be the most popular technology these days. DLP technology is licensed from Texas Instruments, more proprietary, and slightly more expensive than LCD panel technology like that used in the LCD Viewsonic Projectors. LCD projectors also seem to do a very good job of producing deep and rich colors with greater levels of brightness. Looking at the actual specs with the strengths and weaknesses of the LCD panel when choosing a projector can prove very useful.
DLP projectors can be in the similar price range but are often capable of greater contrasts with darker blacks than the LCD. DLP is also very popular in home theater enthusiast circles for it’s ability (high end DLP projectors) to create a strikingly film like experience. Some feel that DLP lamps are stronger and generally last longer than LCD ones. Check out some information on the DLP BenQ Projectors to get a feel for DLP capabilities.
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