Shall We Consider A Cheap Projector?

Shall We Consider A Cheap Projector?
By Clifford Tan

What exactly defines a cheap projector? Different people will have varying opinions in regard to this matter. For some people it implies a lack of quality where for some others, it will mean an opportunity to have high quality at a substantially reduced price. Finding a cheap projector does not require any forfeiture of quality. If it does, then the buyer should beware and shop around more. Cheap projectors are readily available featuring all of the benefits to establish a nice home theater system.

The DIY or Do It Yourself projector is a popular alternative for many people who could not otherwise afford a home projection system. While it does have some drawbacks for those who are not so mechanically inclined, it also has many benefits. If an individual has a rudimentary knowledge of electronics, this can be a good choice. There are many available plans for this type of project. Parts can be a little more difficult to find, but it can be done with a little research and some phone calls. While it is not a fix-all solution, it is a viable alternative if you are looking for a cheap projector.

Online auctions are another way of getting around the high cost of some quality projectors. When looking at auctions, it is best to note details in the description. Avoid any type of auction where any damage may be expressed or implied. There is no need in trying to find a cheap projector that will have to be repaired. More often than not, these projects end up in a closet or garage somewhere and never get finished, usually due to the high cost of fixing them.

It is a wise decision to look for auctions from people who have upgraded their theater systems or otherwise have a reasonable explanation for being rid of the projector. Most online auction sites have contact information available, so if there are unanswered questions, it is best to ask them BEFORE you bid. If the seller will not answer questions or answers them incompletely or indirectly, do not worry. It is probably not a good idea to bid on it either. The seller may often avoid specifics when there is damage that affects the performance of the projector. It is substantially better to lose a bid on a good projector than it is to win a bid on a damaged item. There will always be more auctions and more cheap projectors available.

One category that is often overlooked is a cheap alternative in home projector systems. These are commonly referred to as pre-made projectors. These are usually factory assembled DIY projectors. Often, a company that buys and sells projectors and parts will have better deals than the average person can get by buying their parts in bulk. Some of these companies have people that put together cheap projectors and sell them, generally on the internet, but sometimes on online auctions and by other means as well. If a person is not mechanically inclined, but still wants the benefit of a cheap projector, this is a very good alternative.

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Clifford Tan, a Home Theater enthusiast and owner of the website Home Projector Advisor offering projector reviews, advice and many useful tips and hints to business and home consumers looking to purchase a home projectors. To find out alot more information about home projection system, visit the site http://www.home-projector-advisor.com.

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Should We Buy A Demo Projector Over A New Projector

Should We Buy A Demo Projector Over A New Projector
By Clifford Tan

After many years experimenting with and learning about home theaters, it is hard not to interject some personal experience into the subject matter sometimes. When I was a teenager, I was piecing together my first home theater projector. I had a state of the art front projector that took up fully two thirds of my bedroom. Intellivision was a modern marvel with 64bit video game technology. Only one thing was lacking, I was buying a new stereo to complete the home theater experience.

There was no way I could have afforded a brand new stereo, but I did, with some patience and searching, I found some demonstration models that were within my meager budget. I completed my first home theater system when I was about 16. Is the demo model still a viable option though? And will it work for home theater projectors in the same fashion?

A fair discount is often given to the purchaser of a demo model. This is done mostly due to the fact that the demo model has indeed been used to a certain extent. While this may not be an issue for some audio and visual equipment, it is necessary to look at the whole picture before deciding if this is the right way to purchase a home projector.

Obviously you must decide if the projector will fit your personal needs. What kind of media display does it offer? Will it be suitable for mounting in your home? Will the cables be included? Is there still any warranty left on the projection unit? Is the projection screen included with the projector? This last part can be especially important since you can be assured that the screen and the projector are fully compatible if the unit has been displayed in the store.

Once all these questions have been answered, even if they are all answered favorably, it is necessary to look at what may be considered the most important two factors to consider when looking at demo models.

The first question to ask is what is the discounted price? While this is usually around ten percent, frequently an otherwise demanding store may be open to negotiations. The second very important question is to get an idea of how much the projector has been run. By knowing this simple fact, you can ascertain roughly how much bulb life will still be in the headlamp.

While it may seem silly to haggle over a light bulb, projector lamps can be a very expensive replacement part, usually costing between a couple of hundred and five hundred dollars each. Is any discount in the price of the home theater projector going to be outweighed by the purchase of a new bulb in the next few months?

With some careful searching and a little patience, a demo model is an excellent and affordable opportunity for the home theater enthusiast, just be careful and remember not only what to look, but what the relevant questions are when you are shopping this way.

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