Projector

Projectors are becoming a more common appliance in households. They make it incredibly easy to watch shows or movies on a larger scale, making it perfect for those who don’t have big TV screens at home. Traditionally, projectors are mounted onto the ceiling or high on the walls with screws and a sturdy mounting kit. …

Your Apple TV has it all: a great selection of on-demand content,  4K resolution support, and a sleek design to top it all off.  But, you’ve come to find that something is missing: the picture looks great but the sound is too low. You’re trying to use your Apple remote to turn the volume up, …

Having a projector gives you choices on where and how to watch shows since it depends on how you set it up. But how far can you take this? Can you mount a projector vertically and watch shows on your ceiling or floor? The answer is: yes, you can! However, to mount a projector vertically, …

You may have stumbled upon this article because you’re having a hard time trying to connect your Dell laptop to a BenQ projector. Whether you’re presenting for a meeting, at work, or in class, connecting your laptop may not be as easy as it sounds.  Back in the day, it was as simple as plugging …

If you’re an aviation geek like me and have a dying urge to either get your wings or feel like you’re flying high in the sky, then setting up a flight simulator with your projector is the next obvious step. It sounds like a daunting task. Where do you start?  Today we’ll break down everything …

An ultra short throw (UST) projector can project devices a few inches away from the screen, which is a far cry from the amount of space regular projectors need for their setup. Kindly note that a UST is not the same as a short throw projector—the latter requires two to four feet of gap from …

When buying a projector, it’s vital to learn more about its features before swiping the card. Get to know the lamp and its rated hours, lens size and quality, warranty, after-sales support, and more. Since projectors are still not as “mass-marketed” like TVs, there’s quite a bit of ambiguity and esotericism surrounding them. For instance, …

As a new or occasional projector user, you may not be very confident about diagnosing and troubleshooting problems you encounter while using the device. And one of the most common problems is the keystone effect: vertical and horizontal keystones. Join in as we discuss: What is a horizontal and vertical keystone? And how does it …

Portable projectors make it possible for people to watch their favorite TV shows and movies from anywhere they like. Fortunately, this also means their bedroom.  Mounting a projector on a bed is great news for those who frequently struggle with insomnia or boredom. It means people no longer have to walk from their bedroom to …

You’ve invested money into a high-quality 4K projector, and are ready to watch the latest movies in all their high-res glory. The picture is 4K as expected, but it’s difficult to see past the black and green horizontal lines on-screen. Where did these lines come from and how can you get rid of them? Can …

For a projector and its input source to communicate seamlessly, they must be on the same page. In other words, their display configuration must be identical, besides other things working in synchronization. When the active display specifications do not match, problems arise—like one of the two displays could pop up the “out of range” error …

You’re in the market for a new projector. You have an excellent budget, so you want something worthwhile. Now, the big question is, should you go with a laser or DLP projector? Both projectors have their pros and cons, so how do you decide? In this article we will walk you through their features, how …

Let’s face it, we all prefer to connect our devices wirelessly. You don’t have to worry about finding the right cables, hiding them, making them look presentable in your home, or replacing them every few years when they wear down. You can connect devices over the internet, but Wi-Fi signals are often unstable and randomly …

Projectors require more upkeep or active user participation to keep them functioning smoothly and for a long time. People who’ve used televisions all their lives and have grown comfortable with the easy functionality and convenience will likely face issues in the starting stages of using a projector. If not properly cleaned, the air filters are …

Dust and dirt build-up is known to damage electronics, and yes, this also includes projectors. But you’ve kept the lens cover on and stored it in a clean and secure space. How can dust develop in the first place? Days, weeks, and months of being stashed in one location can still lead to dust build-up. …

Setting up a projector in a room entails getting multiple things right. The room’s size, acoustics, and lighting represent one side of the equation. The other side is the projection screen and the projector itself. Contrary to what a neophyte might believe, casting visuals on a screen using a projector is much more than just …

The Amazon Fire TV is one of the most popular streaming devices on the market. It’s so popular, some TVs come baked in with the Fire TV OS instead of their operating system. The Fire TV Stick comes in different avatars (Lite, 4K, 4K Max, etc.). The specifications and hardware configurations of the multiple devices …

Got old lenses lying around your storage? Don’t throw them out just yet!  We’ve come up with some cool ways to repurpose those shiny little optics. If you’re a fan of repurposing vintage items, stick around, and you might just get some awesome ideas.  Let’s dive in! Overview of Projector Lenses The primary purpose of …

You may think it’s easy to turn projectors on and off. After all, you only have to press the power button when you need to use it and press the button again when you’re done, right? But what if we told you there’s more to it than simply pressing the power button to turn your …

Getting a projector is easy. You can simply hop on Amazon and pick out the unit you want. The hard part is maintaining the projector.  Okay, it’s not that hard to take care of a projector. These things are made to last! But it is a good idea to perform regular maintenance. You may think …