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Way O.T....Multimedia projectors
Our orchid society is probably going to buy a projector in the next month or
so. Our July speaker has a Powerpoint presentation and we've already figured out that it makes more sense to buy a projector than rent one for a couple hundred dollars every time we need it. If anyone here has looked at them lately and can offer advice on good models (or ones to avoid) I'd appreciate it. We're probably looking to stay around $1000 (plus or minus a few hundred, definitely well under $2000). -danny |
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The only advice I can offer is to get one with the most lumens you can get,
in order to light up a dark room. Otherwise they are all about the same now. Dell had some decent prices a while back. I think Amazon did too. But Office Depot had some decent prices too. so look around, you shold definately be able to get a good on for about $1000- $1500, if not less. Also, small (light) is better for your back. We have access to an older one, which cost over $2500 new. Its owner said - at the time - most projectors had difficulty reproducing yellows, however I've never noticed that problem in an other projector...so I'm assuming its been corrected over time. Volunteer to be the person in charge of storing the projector for the club. That way you can project DVDs in your home. Home Theatre at someone elses' expense!! K Barrett "danny" wrote in message news Our orchid society is probably going to buy a projector in the next month or so. Our July speaker has a Powerpoint presentation and we've already figured out that it makes more sense to buy a projector than rent one for a couple hundred dollars every time we need it. If anyone here has looked at them lately and can offer advice on good models (or ones to avoid) I'd appreciate it. We're probably looking to stay around $1000 (plus or minus a few hundred, definitely well under $2000). -danny |
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danny schrieb:
Our orchid society is probably going to buy a projector in the next month or so. Our July speaker has a Powerpoint presentation and we've already figured out that it makes more sense to buy a projector than rent one for a couple hundred dollars every time we need it. If anyone here has looked at them lately and can offer advice on good models (or ones to avoid) I'd appreciate it. We're probably looking to stay around $1000 (plus or minus a few hundred, definitely well under $2000). -danny I usually check cnet for reviews and have been quite satisfied with the quality of the products I have bought on their recommendations. This does not mean that those they *haven't* tested are not good, however. Take a look at http://reviews.cnet.com/Projectors/4...=-7eRating&qt= For example, they recommend a BenQ at prices from $750-950, which sounds like a pretty good bang for the buck! -- Reka This is LIFE! It's not a rehearsal. Don't miss it! http://www.rolbox.it/hukari/index.html |
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On Wed, 08 Jun 2005 21:34:14 +0200, Reka
wrote: danny schrieb: Our orchid society is probably going to buy a projector in the next month or so. Our July speaker has a Powerpoint presentation and we've already figured out that it makes more sense to buy a projector than rent one for a couple hundred dollars every time we need it. If anyone here has looked at them lately and can offer advice on good models (or ones to avoid) I'd appreciate it. We're probably looking to stay around $1000 (plus or minus a few hundred, definitely well under $2000). -danny I usually check cnet for reviews and have been quite satisfied with the quality of the products I have bought on their recommendations. This does not mean that those they *haven't* tested are not good, however. Take a look at http://reviews.cnet.com/Projectors/4...=-7eRating&qt= For example, they recommend a BenQ at prices from $750-950, which sounds like a pretty good bang for the buck! If your going after anything from Dell, watch Slickdeals.com. We have gotten a society laptop and a new one for us with 750 discounts by watching. It may mean deciding on what your willing to pay and what your willing to wait for. But with some time and some diligent use of the coupons you can get the prize. Even if it says it is only for the first 1000 uses... you could be in that number if you check every morning and night. One of ours was a 1K usage limit. I think the time has come - but our society still has one they can borrow and too many of our members are still computer phobic. They think the talks will only be slides. - That is what they tell me. SuE http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/albums.php |
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Danny,
We have an Epson S1 and have been happy with it. We use it to project when we watch TV or movies. I have recently seen them under $700 at Sam's Club. I think the model has been discontinued. Another thing to watch for is bulb life as the bulbs are spendy. Bob "danny" wrote in message news Thanks for the tips Reka and Sue, I will check them out. -danny |
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Danny,
I've been a PowerPoint road-warrior for 10 years. I've been lugging multimedia projectors around the world conducting various safety and health training sessions and seminars for a number of clients. I am currently using my 4th projector. Each projector has been progressively lighter, brighter, and cheaper. (My first unit weighed over forty pounds and had to be hand-checked by security because it wouldn't fit into the xray machine at most airports. Thank goodness it had wheels! I had to use it in almost complete darkness!) A higher priced unit will have a bright light source, latest generation LCD panel, quality lens with a focus and zoom with good range, a quiet but effective fan motor, and tons of features all packed into a lightweight, cigar box size package. I'm considering purchasing my 5th projector with onboard memory so that I can pre-load my next presentation and leave the laptop at home! For society business, look for a basic name brand unit with the features you really need. A bright projector with a good manual zoom lens and a quiet fan motor would probably be your priorities. Don't be fooled by the low prices that some stores will offer. Like most things, you get what you pay for. But like all electronic products, you can often find a quality closeout unit at a decent price. (Save your receipt!) ALSO, STRONGLY CONSIDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY!!! These things are way EXPENSIVE to ship and to repair beyond the mfg warranty and the turnaround time is unbelievable! Trust me on that... Hope this helps! Garland Hanson "danny" wrote in message news Our orchid society is probably going to buy a projector in the next month or so. Our July speaker has a Powerpoint presentation and we've already figured out that it makes more sense to buy a projector than rent one for a couple hundred dollars every time we need it. If anyone here has looked at them lately and can offer advice on good models (or ones to avoid) I'd appreciate it. We're probably looking to stay around $1000 (plus or minus a few hundred, definitely well under $2000). -danny |
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On Thu, 09 Jun 2005 01:10:05 GMT, "GARLAND HANSON"
wrote: Danny, I've been a PowerPoint road-warrior for 10 years. I've been lugging multimedia projectors around the world conducting various safety and health training sessions and seminars for a number of clients. I am currently using my 4th projector. Each projector has been progressively lighter, brighter, and cheaper. (My first unit weighed over forty pounds and had to be hand-checked by security because it wouldn't fit into the xray machine at most airports. Thank goodness it had wheels! I had to use it in almost complete darkness!) A higher priced unit will have a bright light source, latest generation LCD panel, quality lens with a focus and zoom with good range, a quiet but effective fan motor, and tons of features all packed into a lightweight, cigar box size package. I'm considering purchasing my 5th projector with onboard memory so that I can pre-load my next presentation and leave the laptop at home! For society business, look for a basic name brand unit with the features you really need. A bright projector with a good manual zoom lens and a quiet fan motor would probably be your priorities. Don't be fooled by the low prices that some stores will offer. Like most things, you get what you pay for. But like all electronic products, you can often find a quality closeout unit at a decent price. (Save your receipt!) ALSO, STRONGLY CONSIDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY!!! These things are way EXPENSIVE to ship and to repair beyond the mfg warranty and the turnaround time is unbelievable! Trust me on that... Hope this helps! Garland Hanson At school we shipped some for repair. The company never did ship them back. SuE http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/albums.php |
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