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Topic: Projectors: Acer vs. ViewSonic

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I have been asked many times if I could display slideshows, music videos, and recently a boxing match. I have had to let the clients know that I do not offer a projector option since I do not own one. This upcoming week I was asked once more and this time I'm thinking about purchasing a projector in the 300USD price range. I do not know one bit about selecting the right projector so I would like to know what tips and advice you guys have. I was looking at two projectors that are about the same price on amazon. Can anyone help me out here, something inexpensive to start off. Thanks.

ViewSonic PJD5123 SVGA DLP Projector

http://www.amazon.com/ViewSonic-PJD5123-Projector-120Hz-Lumens/dp/B004UG3BQK/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1319596553&sr=1-1

vs.

Acer X1161P 3D-DLP Projector

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004GVYJJC/sr=1-6/qid=1319596253/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=&qid=1319596253&sr=1-6&seller=
 
Posted Tue 25 Oct 11 @ 10:11 pm
I would go with the Viewsonic because its brighter and the bulb will last almost twice as long. just make sure your laptop has a VGA connection. The only thing i dont like on both is The native resolution. 800 X 600. Its ok for slide shows.
 
I have the Acer and it has HD and 3D.

As for brightness I have to have it in eco mode on half brightness as I find it to bright.
 
I have Acer too , (X110) looks like X1161 , i confirm that ian says , good brightness
 
you guys are really brave taking dlp projectors on the road.
 
I decided to borrow a projector for the night because I want to know more about projectors before I invest in one. I decided that I will need to spend more money on one that will last. Can you guys help me out and give me some tips on what to look for. I plan on showing music videos, photo slideshows, and visual loops. By the way I have read about getting a projector with 3500 lumen and up, but what other specs must I keep in mind? Thanks.
 
 
I think a question you should also ask would be Short or Long throw?

I use both. Acer X1230PS (2500 lumens) short-throw for when I use my rear projection screen (for limited projector-to-screen space) and an Optoma long-throw mounted on the truss for when I project over the crowd onto a wall, existing screen or the floor for logo's.
The Acer works great, it's small and not much $$. For very large screens or lit rooms you would of course need a brighter model.
 


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