John
Answer
Are you talking about setting up a system in your living room or building a dedicated home theater room?
Try going to some home theater fourms where members ask questions and put up pictures of their rooms. HomeTheaterFourm and AVS are two of the better sites.
There is no "one way" to design and build a home theater. The budget makes a huge difference so advice for one guy is totally wrong for another.
Example: I know one guy who took a spare bedroom, built risers for an old couch to create 2 level seating. Used budget but decent speakers, AV Receiver and a DVD player with a low-end projector. He painted the wall to create a screen (yes -there is special paint you can get for this) and spent under $500 and had a great room for parties and sports events. NOTE: He also masked off the windows with alumimum foil and cardboard for light control.
Other guys use their basement and cut out sheetrock with a Sawzall and created a custom-looking place for the equipment.
Etc.
Hit the sites I mentioned and look back at others rooms to give you an idea - then set your budget. You can do a LOT of the work yourself. It's not rocket-science.
Are you talking about setting up a system in your living room or building a dedicated home theater room?
Try going to some home theater fourms where members ask questions and put up pictures of their rooms. HomeTheaterFourm and AVS are two of the better sites.
There is no "one way" to design and build a home theater. The budget makes a huge difference so advice for one guy is totally wrong for another.
Example: I know one guy who took a spare bedroom, built risers for an old couch to create 2 level seating. Used budget but decent speakers, AV Receiver and a DVD player with a low-end projector. He painted the wall to create a screen (yes -there is special paint you can get for this) and spent under $500 and had a great room for parties and sports events. NOTE: He also masked off the windows with alumimum foil and cardboard for light control.
Other guys use their basement and cut out sheetrock with a Sawzall and created a custom-looking place for the equipment.
Etc.
Hit the sites I mentioned and look back at others rooms to give you an idea - then set your budget. You can do a LOT of the work yourself. It's not rocket-science.
General home theater projector questions and ... anyone using a projector for a 60" or less screen size?
Just Me
I am probably in the minority with this, but I absolutely hate the glossy black televisions that are now being made and am unsatisfied with glare issues with most of them. I am now considering a projector setup for viewing movies (old & new in 16:9 and 4:3) as well as over-the-air broadcasted network channels (ABC, NBC, etc) but in a not-so-gigantic view as might be possible (limit screen size to 46-60"). Here are my questions upon considering the Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 1080 and 1080 UB:http:
//www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-PowerLite_Pro_Cinema_1080_UB.htm
1. My maximum viewing distance is 8 feet. The projector could sit as far away (until it is stopped by a wall) 8-1/5 feet. Will the resulting picture be less sharp, less contrasted, or in anyway pixelated/distorted with such a small picture (40-60" depending on where I have the projector mounted) for which the projector is not originally designed?
2. I'm assuming I will need an amplifier for audio but where would I buy an excellent digital and HDTV tuner ?
3. Is there an easy way to use one remote to power-on all of the hardware (projector, amplifier, tuner, DVD player)?
4. The room is in a basement and can either have no light, dimmed light from rear ceiling spotlights, or full light from separate fluorescent ceiling lights. Will the specified lumens (1200 for one projector and 1600 for the other model) be enough for all of these lighting conditions?
5. Are there any blurryness, pixelation, or graininess issues from projectors as there can be with LCD television when viewing fast action sports (I noticed some distortion even with the 120hz LCD televisions).
6. I'm sure it depends greatly on the type of screen that I have but how are issues with glare/reflection with projector pictures? For example, during a dark movie scene do you see yourself in the screen or only the action on the screen?
Thanks very much for any advice you may provide. I am new to understanding this technology and am trying to make good choices.
Jake
Answer
As a result of the limitations imposed by your room you will be dealing with a maximum projector âthrowâ of approximately 80 to 84 inches, respectively, from the projection screen to the lens on the projector when using any of the top Epson home theater projectors, i.e., the Pro Cinema 1080 and Pro Cinema 1080 UB projectors as well as the new, shorter depth Pro Cinema 7500UB, Home Cinema 6500UB, Pro Cinema 7100 and Home Cinema 6100 projectors. The image quality should be fine when pairing any of these Epson projectors (in low lamp mode) with a good quality lower-gain 60-inch diagonal projection screen. (By the way your chosen screen size of 60 inches is very close to the ideal diagonal size for a viewing distance of 8 feet when using a projector or display that has a 1080p native resolution.)
For your short-throw projection application you will not be in need of greater projector light output when using your desired screen size with any of the Epson projectors listed above; even if a small amount of ambient light is present. You can get a good idea of what to expect by using Projection Calculator Pro on the ProjectorCentral Website. (Please see the resources listed below for a link directly to the projection calculator.)
Once youâve installed your screen and Epson projector you will want to set the Brightness Control to Low and adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings for optimal performance in your viewing environment. Ideally you should use a PLUGE test pattern or other equivalent precision test pattern to properly set the Brightness and Contrast settings on the projector. By the way there are added benefits to using the lower lamp mode, and that isâ¦, it will extend the life of the projector lamp and reduce the fan noise from the projector. Also, as a basic rule of thumb you should always attempt to keep the lens shift to an absolute minimum in order to minimize any potential image distortion.
For such a small screen you will be able to use a screen with a specified gain of 1.0 or less, which will help when it comes to screen uniformity and obtaining a wider viewing angle than is the case with higher-gain screens. Opaque front projection screens are not specular and will not produce distracting reflections or glare as long as you choose a fixed frame or screen surround with a black velour finish. Please utilize the resources listed within each of the relevant Yahoo! Answers listed below for help in selecting the projection screen that works best for you.
The remote controls included with many of todayâs audio/video components, as well as aftermarket universal remote controls, such as Logitechâs extremely popular Harmony series, have the abilityâwith a little time invested in programmingâto control a host of audio/video components from a single remote.
Motion blurring and other motion-related artifacts will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and model to model depending on several factors, including your sensitivity to such artifacts. You will need to shop carefully. Start by reading reviews from several reputable, well-respected sources and, when possible, thoroughly audition the display or projector firsthand before purchasing.
When it comes to audio equipment your choices are (from least expensive to more expensive): a home-theater-in-a-box system, aka HTIB, which often includes loudspeakers, or your choice of loudspeakers combined with either a multichannel audio/video receiver (AVR) or a pre-amplifier/processor accompanied by one or more separate power amplifiers. I strongly recommend that you make every effort to avoid the HTIB solution if possible.
When shopping for loudspeakers it is essential that you carefully and thoroughly audition a wide range of loudspeakers beforehand to find what best suits your needs and preferences. Also, for what itâs worth there are several reputable online direct marketing loudspeaker manufacturers from which to choose that offer high quality, high performance loudspeakers at very reasonable prices along with generous satisfaction guaranties; just be very careful to avoid the notorious âwhite vanâ brands*.
One last note..., unless youâve found exceptional discounts on the two older Epson projectors youâve mentioned I recommend that you consider purchasing one of the four models listed below, with priority given to the UB (Ultra Black) models.
######################## RESOURCES ########################
Planning and Setting Up a Front-Projection Home Theater
http://www.isftv.com/Article_Planning_and_Setting_Up.html
Projection Calculator Pro - Throw Distance and Screen Size
http://www.projectorcentral.com/projection-calculator-pro.cfm
Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 7500UB Projector
Product Code: V11H293320
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077381
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 6500UB Projector
Product Code: V11H292020
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63080840
Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 7100 Projector
Product Code: V11H291420
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077380
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Projector
Product Code: V11H291120
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077379
Plasma behind motorized projector screen?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090203213349AANJTFK
What is the best full HD projector out right now for under $3000?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090114235756AABgpHP
What is the cheapest 1080p projector available?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081029122517AAM80Ey
How to determine BEST screen size for home theatre projector viewing?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071121170743AAnVZ3T
How do I choose a home theater screen?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081214185050AAQcp0v
I need High-End home theatre processor which one is best?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081003101115AAgc1mv
________________________
*Genesis Media Labs 6.1?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080620222335AAh3U9L
(Includes information and resources on âwhite vanâ scams.)
Â
As a result of the limitations imposed by your room you will be dealing with a maximum projector âthrowâ of approximately 80 to 84 inches, respectively, from the projection screen to the lens on the projector when using any of the top Epson home theater projectors, i.e., the Pro Cinema 1080 and Pro Cinema 1080 UB projectors as well as the new, shorter depth Pro Cinema 7500UB, Home Cinema 6500UB, Pro Cinema 7100 and Home Cinema 6100 projectors. The image quality should be fine when pairing any of these Epson projectors (in low lamp mode) with a good quality lower-gain 60-inch diagonal projection screen. (By the way your chosen screen size of 60 inches is very close to the ideal diagonal size for a viewing distance of 8 feet when using a projector or display that has a 1080p native resolution.)
For your short-throw projection application you will not be in need of greater projector light output when using your desired screen size with any of the Epson projectors listed above; even if a small amount of ambient light is present. You can get a good idea of what to expect by using Projection Calculator Pro on the ProjectorCentral Website. (Please see the resources listed below for a link directly to the projection calculator.)
Once youâve installed your screen and Epson projector you will want to set the Brightness Control to Low and adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings for optimal performance in your viewing environment. Ideally you should use a PLUGE test pattern or other equivalent precision test pattern to properly set the Brightness and Contrast settings on the projector. By the way there are added benefits to using the lower lamp mode, and that isâ¦, it will extend the life of the projector lamp and reduce the fan noise from the projector. Also, as a basic rule of thumb you should always attempt to keep the lens shift to an absolute minimum in order to minimize any potential image distortion.
For such a small screen you will be able to use a screen with a specified gain of 1.0 or less, which will help when it comes to screen uniformity and obtaining a wider viewing angle than is the case with higher-gain screens. Opaque front projection screens are not specular and will not produce distracting reflections or glare as long as you choose a fixed frame or screen surround with a black velour finish. Please utilize the resources listed within each of the relevant Yahoo! Answers listed below for help in selecting the projection screen that works best for you.
The remote controls included with many of todayâs audio/video components, as well as aftermarket universal remote controls, such as Logitechâs extremely popular Harmony series, have the abilityâwith a little time invested in programmingâto control a host of audio/video components from a single remote.
Motion blurring and other motion-related artifacts will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and model to model depending on several factors, including your sensitivity to such artifacts. You will need to shop carefully. Start by reading reviews from several reputable, well-respected sources and, when possible, thoroughly audition the display or projector firsthand before purchasing.
When it comes to audio equipment your choices are (from least expensive to more expensive): a home-theater-in-a-box system, aka HTIB, which often includes loudspeakers, or your choice of loudspeakers combined with either a multichannel audio/video receiver (AVR) or a pre-amplifier/processor accompanied by one or more separate power amplifiers. I strongly recommend that you make every effort to avoid the HTIB solution if possible.
When shopping for loudspeakers it is essential that you carefully and thoroughly audition a wide range of loudspeakers beforehand to find what best suits your needs and preferences. Also, for what itâs worth there are several reputable online direct marketing loudspeaker manufacturers from which to choose that offer high quality, high performance loudspeakers at very reasonable prices along with generous satisfaction guaranties; just be very careful to avoid the notorious âwhite vanâ brands*.
One last note..., unless youâve found exceptional discounts on the two older Epson projectors youâve mentioned I recommend that you consider purchasing one of the four models listed below, with priority given to the UB (Ultra Black) models.
######################## RESOURCES ########################
Planning and Setting Up a Front-Projection Home Theater
http://www.isftv.com/Article_Planning_and_Setting_Up.html
Projection Calculator Pro - Throw Distance and Screen Size
http://www.projectorcentral.com/projection-calculator-pro.cfm
Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 7500UB Projector
Product Code: V11H293320
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077381
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 6500UB Projector
Product Code: V11H292020
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63080840
Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 7100 Projector
Product Code: V11H291420
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077380
Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 6100 Projector
Product Code: V11H291120
http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63077379
Plasma behind motorized projector screen?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090203213349AANJTFK
What is the best full HD projector out right now for under $3000?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090114235756AABgpHP
What is the cheapest 1080p projector available?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081029122517AAM80Ey
How to determine BEST screen size for home theatre projector viewing?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071121170743AAnVZ3T
How do I choose a home theater screen?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081214185050AAQcp0v
I need High-End home theatre processor which one is best?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081003101115AAgc1mv
________________________
*Genesis Media Labs 6.1?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080620222335AAh3U9L
(Includes information and resources on âwhite vanâ scams.)
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