Advice On Buying Computer Projectors

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LCD computer projectors tend to be the best, particularly when used with:

programs such as Microsoft PowerPoint, computer projectors let you project presentations directly from your PC. In addition, they are ideal tools for presentations that require live computer screen shots, such as demoing a web site to a group of clients or instructing employees on the uses of a particular computer program.

The type of LCD projector that you choose will greatly depend on the room settings that you plan to use the projector in. Generally speaking, the brighter the room, the brighter the projector lamp that you will require. Lamp brightness is calculated in ANSI lumens, an industry standard measurement. You'll want a lamp with a minimum of 300 ANSI lumens for presentations that take place in relatively dark rooms. However, don't settle for less than 500 ANSI lumens (750 if its a large auditorium) if you need to keep the room well-lit so that the audience can take notes.

Another factor to consider is resolution. This refers to the number of screen pixels that can be displayed by the LCD system. In order to get the sharpest image, you'll need to choose a system that can project the highest resolution that your computer can support. Only a few years ago VGA (640x480 pixels) was the standard. Today, many laptops now feature SVGA (800x600) and XGA (1024x768) as their standard resolutions. Many projectors can also project higher or lower resolutions by expanding or compressing the picture, but these methods will somewhat degrade the image.

Finally, portability should be at the top of your checklist if you plan to take your presentations on the road. LCD computer projectors currently range from just under eight lbs. to as much as 60 lbs. If you're a road warrior, I suggest that you stick to a projector of less than 15 lbs. No one wants to be dragged down by an LCD projector while running to their connecting flight.

LCD projector prices range from $2,000 for lowest-end models to $20,000 plus for the latest and greatest. Expect to pay around $6,000-$8,000 for a portable LCD projector that supports true SVGA resolution.

Computer Projectors From Down Under

I thought they all came from Asia but here's a press release from the old country:

Australian Presentation Systems specialises in audio visual systems and presentation systems. Australian Presentation Systems offers a range of products and services such as, video or computer projectors, interactive and electronic white boards, digital cameras, theatre and boardroom installations, video conferencing and system integration.

Services including, delivery and installation of the presentation systems are undertaken by Australian Presentation Systems. Service and maintenance of these presentation systems are also handled.

The audio visual systems from Australian Presentation Systems are commonly used as a business tool for video training, training on software and home theatre applications. Australian Presentation Systems is known for supplying overhead projectors, plasma displays and screens both portable and wall.

The Epson EMP-1715 wireless multimedia projector is the latest product available from Australian Presentation Systems. These wireless multimedia projectors are lightweight and compact and are much brighter than the other types of projectors.

These wireless multimedia projectors from Australian Presentation Systems are available with 2700 ANSI lumens. The projectors have high speed wireless connectivity and are available with enterprise level security features thus eliminating the need of cables.

Any memory devices containing movies, images or USB ports containing presentation files are connected to the wireless multimedia projectors and the users can present without the computers.

Ultra portable, home cinema, installation projectors and overhead projectors are also available. Casio super slim portable data projectors are lightweight and are available with 2000 ANSI lumens and wireless remote. Gilkon overhead projectors with either lightweight plastic body or metal body are also supplied by Australian Presentation Systems.