I've had an Epson Home Cinema 1060 for years and I like it. I just replaced the bulb and it's just about as good as the day I got it. One day I will upgrade, but not soon.

In my current room, I am unable to paint the surrounding walls black and I'm feeling like the blacks are very grey and the contrast has suffered. My current screen is a silver ticket white screen.

Would a grey screen improve my set up, or would the loss of brightness make it worse??

My screen is small (a little under 100 inches) and I'm looking for a screen for less than $250. Ideally a fixed frame.

It says online that the projector gets 3100 lumens but idk if that's still the case after ~6 years. I also run it in eco.

Looking to get one just to stream weird videos on my roof during parties and such but don’t need any sound from it and need it to instead connect to a speaker or soundbar what are my options?

... and its pretty decent. im not here to shill a crappy budget model BUT for my use case only with HDMI out it works perfectly. im just streaming anime/movies from a laptop and for $40 i really can't complain. its basically a toy. finally have my first ever projector!! watching anime on a 100" screen is pretty sick. a was slightly impressed it came with a lens cap and was fully covered in protective foam in the packaging.

I’ve done everything but it still is oddly slanted

I don't care about sound quality or fan noise because I will use a loud PA. I don't need Netflix or apps. I just want the most vivid picture for my 80-minute PowerPoint show in the smallest backpack-able package. I don't want to plug in because I'll be doing quick set-ups in 3 different countries. I could spend $750 on a battery projector, or projector plus external power bank.

Any ideas?

I have an Optoma (I don't know the exact model because I didn't snap a picture before I mounted it and I can't see the whole number now that it's mounted) that is ceiling mounted. Due to the throw ratio, the only place for me to mount it was at the threshold between kitchen and living room.

It is still working fine but when I start it up the fan is pretty "buzzy" and loud for the first couple of minutes then it quiets down and runs normally. I can see the external ventilation slots are a bit gunky. I can clean those with a lightly dampened rag and maybe some rubbing alcohol.

My question is about the inside. Is that something I should attempt to clean? Should I just blow it out with a compressor or should I attempt to open the case to clean with something like electrical contact cleaner and a lint free cloth?

Hey, im looking for a gaming projector under 600 euros. I live in denmark, and there isnt a lot of used options online.

Im only really looking for a projector with 120hz, and under 30-40 ms. If possible. - It will me projected onto a screen in my living room. Right now i got the cheap hy320, and its awful haha

Thx <3

This is probably a little (if not a lot) paranoid, but I just want to make sure it works.

I have an Epson LS800 on the way and am working on getting my setup configured. A friend lent me his LS800 for a few days to test it out about a month ago. I don't have any pictures to make this easier to understand, so sorry in advance.

My TV stand is 19 inches deep, and the LS800 will sit right up to the edge closest to the wall in order to achieve my desired screen size.

I have a PS5 Pro that will sit to the right of the projector (cannot go in any areas underneath). It will have to sit horizontally, since vertically it will interfere with the projected image.

My concern is around how close the PS5 will sit to the projector. It's about 3 inches from the right side of the projector, which is definitely shorter than the 7.9" of space the manual says to leave on either side. However, since the projector is all the way up to the edge of the TV stand closest to the wall, when I have the PS5 toward the front edge of the TV stand, the two only overlap about 4 inches.

In this configuration, the right side vent (shown in the image) is not blocked. Is this still a concern since the PS5 is still close by? The only other risk i see is that the PS5 vents hot air out the back, in the area the projector will also vent warm air out the side. Since it's not covered and the air intakes for both the projector and the PS5 are on the front, I've been thinking it's a non issue. Thoughts? Lol

Sony VPL-HW45es in the USA

Wondering if most projectors have a limit as to how long an HDMI cable can be. I am likely aiming for 50 ft to run up and over a drop ceiling. I am not interested in an expensive fiber optic cable as I believe it unnecessary, but a flat white one would be nice.

Anyways what specs should I look for in one that will just be for 1080p and occasional 3D down the road? Should it be at least 2.0 and 120 hz to avoid any compatibility issues and give me a bit of cushion on the specs? Also looking for recommendations on where to purchase a decent one online. Not looking for a $100 cable💰 Thanks

Curious if you have an Epson ultra short throw projector that you tried projecting on a larger wall than the rates 120”, if so what’s the largest be clarity

Hello everyone!

I have been using stremio on my HY300 projector trough my PC and an HDMI cable. Most shows work perfectly, but today I tried to watch a specific show and had a problem in which only background sound are coming out, no voices.

It works fine directly on my computer and on a TV using the same cable, so the problem is not the cable, neither Stremio. It might be a problem with dual audio on the projector, any idea how to fix that?

Hi there, I could need some advice on replacing my current projector please bc I am stuck overthinking.

I’ve been using projectors as a replacement for TV since like 2009. My latest device is a Optoma HD131Xe which has been running and running, I only had to change the bulb every 2 years. But now, after 11 years, it has finally given up. I had been thinking about replacing it with a 4K device, but the excellent 3D glasses system of the Optoma made me keep it. Well, now I have no choice but to buy a new one.

Of course I read a lot about suggested models for my setup, which has a ceiling mount (UST would be possible too), 147” screen wall, darkening options and an AVR setup as source / sound output. I live in the EU, budget is up to 2,5k €.

Now there is one thing almost no one ever mentions: as a TV replacement I have the device running 12 – 14 h a day. That’s not exactly what projectors are made for, and I know that, which makes it hard for me to decide on a new model or even technology. A TV is not an option, because to small, to bright and no 3D.

Since LED and Laser projectors only have a lifespan of 20-30k h they would be “used up” in like 5 years - not to mention if the other components of these devices would survive a 12h / day. Does anyone have any experience with this? Should I keep going with a bulb projector where I can extend the lifespan simply by investing 100€ / year? Or is there something I did not take into account? What would you suggest?

This is where I am stuck at the moment and I would greatly appreciate any input from you. Thanks in advance!

I don't currently have a projector installed; I have an assortment of 43", 65" and 70" 1080p TVs scattered throughout the house, that format works fine for us.
We're not a movie or huge consumer of video, games, or media, but I received a PowerLite L200SW from work that only has 1,600~ hours on it, so of course I brought it home.
I don't 'need' it, and obviously, I could throw it on eBay, but I'm wondering if for casual TV viewing, would it work ok replacing the 70" 1080p TV we currently have in our living room or 65" in the family room.
It came with a ceiling mount and remote, but no HDMI or audio cables so I'd have to figure that part out.
If WXGA just isn't suitable for home use at all, I'll pass it along.
Everything I've read says WXGA is horrid, but hear me out. Much of my video collection is old 4x3 music videos, VHS Tapes, VHS Rips, and shows and movies from the '80s, so if anything, I can see that being a good chunk of our use other than network TV but as all things go, I'm sure there will be newer DVD's and blue rays played that I assume will not look very good at all and leave me wishing I just kept things where they're at.
Thanks for the advice!

I got a macubic projector that I initially loved, but now I'm facing a bunch of issues. When I use Google Chrome, I can't scroll down to click on links, and I had a problem with a pop-up ad that I couldn't close. Netflix was working okay, but now I can't scroll through options either. After updating Netflix, it got worse, and it just takes me to the bottom tabs instead of letting me browse. It only lets me go to the bottom tabs where it says “My list” and stuff like that so I’ve been adding shows to my list on my phone to watch on the projector, but it’s super annoying. Plus, I can't scroll through episodes when I want to change them. I'm really frustrated and could use some help! (And please don’t suggest getting a better projector; I can’t afford one.) Thanks!

Hey everyone,

I recently sold my LG TV and promised my girlfriend we’d get a projector for our movie nights. She originally wanted the Samsung Freestyle because of the design, but after researching a bit, I found that the LG CineBeam Q or BenQ GV50 might be better choices.

We’ll mostly be watching movies and Netflix in the evenings (we live in Berlin, so it’s almost always dark anyway 😞). I also play on a PS5 occasionally, but nothing competitive—just casual gaming.

The plan is to project onto a wall in our living room (about 3.5m distance), but we’d also like the option to use it in our bedroom, where the distance is a bit shorter (around 3m). Portability is important, and we’re also looking for something with a good design and easy setup. We don’t plan on mounting the projector—just placing it on a table or something similar. We’re aiming to project at around 100-120”.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on these models, or if there are any better options around the 600€ price range.

Thanks in advance!

Does anyone have an idea what model Christie this is? It’s laser-based but otherwise i don’t have any details on the model.

Hello projector people.

Recently I have noticed that my Optoma HD146X is making a strange buzzing noise. I opened it up and cleaned out all the dust and got everything really nice inside, but it's still making the noise.

Once I realized it wasn't the lamp fan causing the noise (that's actually quite quiet!) I investigated further and realized the noise is coming from the 'left' side of the projector, where all the electronics and optics are. There doesn't seem to be a fan there but it's hard to tell for sure... It's like something is improperly seated or rattling in there for some reason.

It's REALLY loud and annoying. Has anyone else experienced this with the HD146X? Is there an easy solution?

Edit: so after some more research it seems to be a common problem with the color wheel. But I can't find a guide on how to replace the color wheel in an Optoma HD146X, can anyone point me in the right direction?

I'm looking into getting a projector and all that. What I haven't been able to find is a lot of information on what screen to get. There's some at kind of a high level; manual vs motorized, ALR, etc, but not much in the way of specific reviews or recommendations. For example, I don't want anything too fancy, just a 120" pull down screen (it will be mounted to a bookshelf and will need to go away when not in use), but even after narrowing it down to that I'm not sure what to get. Looking on Amazon there's a huge amount of brands and price points, sometimes dramatically different prices for the same sized screen from the same brand, and beyond just the size of the screen there's not much in the way of objective specs I can use to compare (I don't think). Like, what's the real world difference between a 120" from some random off brand with poor English translations for $140 and an Elite Screens of the same size for $400?

I just changed the bulb in the Epson home cimema 1080 (genuine Epson bulb) and this is what appears on a white screen. I stream from both a Roku and Chromecast plugged directly into the HDMI ports and this is a new issue with both of them. Any advice?

hello! I got this projector for free on a corporate job suite in Sweden. I put it under the plane on the ride back to berlin thinking it prob would be broken. nope it's tough as nails even with nuts baggage handlers. well I used it PERFECTLY since then until it hit 2k hours. Now it is bulky and heavy but I have an allegiance to it because of its story. So I looked up new bulbs and they are available but the way to replace it is not for an amateur. It seems complicated and I dont want to waste money just to find out I fucked up the install. Anyway should I just say "hey it was a good run" and bid adieu? or should I fight for it?

Anyway thanks for any answers . also if I do just throw it out I was thinking about getting something affordable around 300. thanks!

I am looking for a mini projector that will allow me to adjust the screen size without having to move the projector around. I know some projectors have optical zoom, digital zoom or keystone correction, but I'm not sure which is the best option in terms of image quality.

Does anyone have experience with models that offer this functionality? I would also like to know which ones are the best in terms of quality/price?

I've been eyeballing this screen in particular and from my knowledge doesn't ALR block light from above? So how would it work with ambient lights and a Ceiling projector mounted 8ft away. (DLP Lamp Based)

The brightness is at max and it’s not very bright. What can I do to make it clearer and a better picture

In Europe, bought my first projector (BenQ TK700) which absolutely blew me away, I didn't know projectors could get that good. Unfortunately it turns out my wife is very susceptible to the rainbow effect, so I am looking to return it and get something that doesn't have it.

The best option I can find is the EPSON TW7000 (I can't afford the TW7100). I paid €899 for the TK700, the cheapest I can find the EPSON TK7000 for in Austria/Germany is for €1050 plus shipping.

Are there any other projectors that I am overlooking that would be worthwhile?

Projector is roof mounted 3.8 meters from the wall, so with the TK700 we have 130 inches useable screen space. I don't need a screen for now, we were both incredibly happy with the results of wall projection.

Will be mostly used for movies, mostly in the evening, but with some ambient light. Some light gaming, unfortunately the Epson is not as good for gaming as the TK700 but I want my wife to be able to enjoy it.

Also for anyone (hopefully u/technik?) that has experience with both projectors, how does the image quality compare? From what I can tell online the Epson has better blacks and colour accuracy, but the TK700 has better moving pictures?

Thanks in advance :)

Appreciate any help. I'm looking into getting rid of my living room tv. I turned it on last night to watch a movie and apparently the last time I did that was 8 months ago. It's an eyesore for such low use and the backlight is a bit broken, so I'm in the market for a replacement. I think a 110" screen area is appropriate for our viewing distance, and I have a good place to mount it. So it doesn't have to be portable. Interested in hooking it up to my Bluetooth speakers and pc to stream movies at night once every 8 months... But I'd like a good picture that would help give modern movies the viewing experience they deserve. Budget $800ish.

Just curious if anyone in the Pittsburgh, PA area has a nice setup with the Valerion Max or Pro as I'd love to see how it looks in person before buying