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Choosing the Best Video Projector

Projectors come in a wide variety of models and features. These are audiovisual equipments useful in presentations.

Projectors are becoming more advanced nowadays. It has become an essential tool for many businesses. It is helpful for personal needs also. There are several types of projectors depending on its purpose and features. A video projector is one of the popular types. Video projectors also come with different types and models.

Just like any office productivity equipment, video projectors have certain features which you need to know in order to help you decide on which one to buy. Video projectors may differ in terms of its type, lamps, brightness, lens and resolution.

Basically, video projectors are categorized into three. It can be a conference room, ultra-light or fixed installation projector.

Conference Room Video Projectors
If you are going to use the projector for your conference rooms, it is best to choose the not too heavy models but with better performance. Conference room projectors are brighter and adjustable for large rooms than other types of video projectors. Some models include additional accessories such as a computer, laser pointer and many other features.

Ultra-light Video Projectors
Nowadays, portability is among the major demands of many business professionals and sales person who use presentations anywhere possible for business clients or associates. In this case, an ultra-portable projector is ideal for such purposes. As the demand for portable products increased, many projector manufacturers are providing smaller and lighter models almost every year. Latest models even weigh less than three pounds.

Micro-portable versions of these projectors have also been available.
Ultra-lights are designed primarily for mobile business individuals. Many of the portable types even surpass its larger variants in terms of features and brightness. If you are planning to purchase this type of video projector, remember to consider the weight of the product including all its accessories such as cables, remote control and the case. This is very important since you are mostly carrying the device during frequent travels.
Fixed Installation Video Projector

This is the most versatile and powerful projectors. It is also the most expensive variant. It is usually installed in permanent locations. They are purposely designed for large areas such as auditoriums and other similar places. These projectors weigh around 100 pounds. It can also be found installed in the entertainment room of big houses.

A fixed installation projector is capable of handling different resolutions and images. Most models of this type come with complete accessories.

After deciding on what type of video projector best suits your needs, there are other factors that you must consider in purchasing the best projector.

It is vital to get a model which produces the highest quality since projectors are used mainly for presentations. The projection of images of these devices depends on three aspects such as the brightness, type of lamp used and the projection surface.

If the brightness of your projector is not sufficient, it will tend to blur the images. The brightness is measured in terms of ANSI lumens. For ultra-light projectors, the most ideal is around 1,000 lumens while for larger rooms like conference halls should at least be 4,000 lumens. Fixed installation projectors should be 10,000 lumens.

The most ideal surfaces are to use screens rather than walls. Screens produce better quality images. The best background for screens is either white or gray.

The lamp type is the main factor in producing brightness. The most commonly used lamps are the Ultra High Efficiency (UHE) and the Ultra High Performance (UHP). It is common for the lamps to die around 1,000 to 4,000 hours of usage.

It is best to choose lamps with lower wattage since they are more economical and will last longer. Some of the projectors come with an economy mode feature which greatly helps in prolonging the lifespan of the lamp.

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Nikon Coolpix S1100pj 14 MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom and 3-Inch LCD and Built-in Projector (Black) List Price: $349.00 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Nikon S1100PJ-Black-Built-in Projector in a Compact Camera. Incredible built-in projector. 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor for stunning image quality. 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens. 3-inch Touch (460,000-dot) Clear Color Display.5-way VR Image Stabilization System. HD (720p) movie recording with one-touch control button. Features Incredible built-in projector; 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor 5x wide-angle optical Zoom-Nikkor glass lens 3-inch touch-screen display; 5-way VR Image Stabilization system HD (720p)movie recording with One-Touch control button Capture images and video to SD/SDHC memory card (not included)

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-In Projector and 5x Wide-Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom List Price: $349.95 Sale Price: $149.00 You save: $200.95 (57%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-in Projector and 5x Wide-Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom - 26186 Features 12.1-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches World's first camera with an ultra-small, built-in projector provides new ways for enjoying your pictures anytime and anywhere 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens; 5-way VR image stabilization system Bright 2.7-inch high-resolution LCD; Scene Auto Selector and Smart Portrait System Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

3M Pocket Projector MPRO120--.33LBS List Price: $385.00 Sale Price: $147.88 You save: $237.12 (62%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The 3M™ MPro120 Pocket Projector is a next-generation handheld, battery-operated projector. Whether you’re making an impromptu business presentation or sharing photos with friends, the MPro120 allows you to project images and videos on almost any wall, almost anywhere. Images can be displayed on-the-fly from computers, netbooks or MP3 players, iPods, iPhone and digital cameras. Project image sizes from 8” to 50”. Built-in speakers provide sound. The energy-saving LED light lasts 20,000 hours and provides up to 12 lumens of brightness without ever needing to change a lamp. Features a robust battery life of two to four hours (enough to watch a full length film). The MPro120 is ready to use out of the box and comes with Computer and Video Cables, a protective bag, re-chargeable battery, a table-top tripod , a universal power supply, and a 1 year warranty. The optional adapter cable for Apple products (iPod, iPhone, iTouch) helps you easily connect to share pictures and videos with friends and family. Best of all, it fits in your pocket. Features The 3M MPro120 projects images from 8 to 50 inches Two integrated, half-watt stereo speakers help transform the MPro120 into a self-contained presentation device Projects eight to 50-inch still or moving image stored on a video capable pass-through device Uses Liquid Crystal on Silicon(LCOS) technology for superb image quality and minimization of component size. LED light source with 20,000 hour life means the unit is environmentally friendly and there is no need for a replacement bulb

3M Pocket Projector MP180 Sale Price: $449.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Not yet released See Reviews For This Product Description The 3M Pocket Projector MP180 was designed with the on-the-go professional in mind. You can truly leave the laptop at home with this portable office, which allows you to share Power Point presentations, files, photos, and MS-Office files including Word documents and XLS spreadsheets. With a full , two hour battery life at 30 lumens, full color gamut and SVGA resolution, the 3M Pocket Projector MP180 produces a sharp, vivid display and battery length to get you through any presentation. New features include wireless and Bluetooth compatibility, making it easy to transfer files from laptop or PDF or stream content from the Internet. The Pocket Projector MP180 has 4GB of built-in memory , as well as a micro SD card for additional storage. Features With the 3M Pocket Projector180's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology , you can access and down load files over the Internet. So you never have to worry about having the right content for your presentation. The 3M Pocket Projector 180 supports popular business tools like MS Word, MS Excel , MS PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF. You can download up to 4GB of data on the internal memory or insert a micro SD card for up 16GB more memory With the convenient built in touch-screen display, you can access business apps, music, audio and picture files and even surf the Web The SVGA resolution of the MPRO180 produces sharp, vivid images from 10"to 80" (measured from diagonal corner to corner. LED light source with 20,000 hour life means the unit is environmentally friendly and there is no need for a replacement bulb

Optoma GT700 3D Game Time Projector, Great for Wii, PlayStation, and Xbox List Price: $749.00 Sale Price: $657.88 You save: $91.12 (12%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The GT700 provides the ultimate widescreen experience for gamers, sports enthusiasts, and movie buffs. Designed for quick connection to computers, game consoles, blu-ray players, and television tuners, the GT700 accommodates on-the-go entertainment and can also impress as the centerpiece of your home theater. Optimized for flexibility, this GameTime projector displays a large image from a short distance, features a powerful 10-watt speaker system, and includes a custom-designed backpack for storage and easy transport. Whether your passion is sports, gaming, the internet, or movies, Optoma transforms your free time into GameTime. Features DLP display technology by Texas Instruments Digital and analog connections for gaming and video sources Projects a 120" diagonal image from an approximate throw distance of six feet Supports high definition 1080p signals Bright enough for use in large rooms with ambient lighting

ViewSonic PJD5122 SVGA DLP Projector -120Hz/3D Ready, 2500 Lumens, 3000:1 DCR List Price: $649.00 Sale Price: Too low to display   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The PJD5122 delivers 2500 lumens with an 800 x 600 SVGA native resolution. It offers a variety of features including manual zoom/focus and auto vertical keystone correction as well as multiple computer and video inputs, yet it is very easy to set up and use. There are 8 default picture modes including Daylight, Cinema, ViewMatch, Blackboard, Whiteboard and Greenboard. The ECO mode function reduces the fan noise output for less distraction during important presentations and even extends the lamp life up to 6,000 hours. The PJD5122 offers both security bar and Kensington lock port for increased theft deterrence. Features 5.1 lb projector weight, 800 x 600 SVGA resolution 2500 Lumens and 3000:1 CR, 0.55" Digital Micromirror Device Manual focus and zoom (1.1X), Multiple inputs (Inc. RGB Out) Digital keystone correction, 5 Watt Integrated Speaker Lamp life: 4000/6000 hrs (N/Eco)

Vivitek D510 2600 Lumen SVGA HDMI 3-D Ready Portable DLP Projector (White) List Price: $699.00 Sale Price: $369.99 You save: $329.01 (47%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The Vivitek D510 SVGA digital projector is ready for current and future media applications. With connectivity options including HDMI v1.3, the D510 is 3D-ready and features a brightness level of 2600 lumens and a 2300:1 contrast ratio. Add in DLP and BrilliantColor technologies, the Vivitek D510 is able to deliver sharp, vibrant pictures. Features SVGA resolution with amazing 2300:1 contrast ratio Bright 2600 lumens for use in versatile lighting scenarios DLP and BrilliantColor technologies for sharp and detailed image quality Closed caption and 3D ready Rapid on/off feature

Epson Duet 80-Inch Dual Aspect Ratio Projection Screen, Portable 4:3 and 16:9 Aspect Ratio Screen (ELPSC80) List Price: $149.99 Sale Price: $99.99 You save: $50.00 (33%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description One screen two sizes The first ultra portable projection screen to offer both standard (4:3) and widescreen (16:9) formats, the Duet ultra portable projection screen from Epson provides the perfect solution for both business presentations and home theater applications. Use the included floor stand to set up your screen. Or, mount it to the wall with the included bracket. Then, pull the screen out to the size that works best for you, 65 inches for standard viewing or 80 inches for widescreen viewing. With the innovative, patent-pending, design, setup couldn¿t be easier. In no time at all, you¿ll be ready to sit back and enjoy brilliant images on a bright white screen. When it¿s time to shut down, Duet stores quickly and easily. Features Use with any home theater or business projector Enjoy fast, easy setup with the innovative, patent-pending design Expand Screen to the size that best meets your needs - Standard 4:3 or widescreen 16:9 Mount on the included floor stand or on a wall with the included wall bracket When closed, Duet forms its own carrying case (just 43" long)

Optoma HD20 High Definition 1080p DLP Home Theater Projector (Grey) List Price: $999.99 Sale Price: $929.00 You save: $70.99 (7%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description The Optoma HD20 brings a new level of flexibility to your High-Definition home theater/multi-media experience. With true 1080p resolution, the HD20 delivers excellent color saturation and subtle details for superior image quality. With its sleek design and weight of 6.4 lbs, the Optoma HD20 is perfect for sharing big-screen movies, sporting events and concerts or for taking your video gaming to the next level by connecting the HD20 to your favorite game console. Features True High Def 1080p Resolution 1700 Lumens Brightness 4000:1 Contrast Ratio Up to 300-Inch Screen size Two HDMI, VGA-In, Component Video, Composite Video and +12V Trigger

3M Pocket Projector MPro150 List Price: $435.00 Sale Price: $264.16 You save: $170.84 (39%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description The 3M Pocket Projector MPRO150 is the newest handheld, battery operated projector from 3M. Now you can project cord free with internal storage that enables you to download and organize your files. Project images and videos on almost any wall, almost anywhere. It supports the most popular apps in the Microsoft Office Suite, PDF as well as movies and other file formats. Fully equipped with sound, re-chargeable battery, screen size images up to 50 inches and 12 lumens of brightness. Features Storage: 1 GB internal memeory with 2GB mini SD Card Cordless: Download files from your digital sources and go! Media: Connects to your favorite digital media sources like PCs, DVD Players, iPods and iPhones, Digital Cameras and Cell Phones Sound: 2 x 0.5 watt built-in Speakers Long life: 20,000 hours LED life; Rechargeable battery with 90 minutes of battery life (high brightness mode)