What brightness level do I require?
Brightness with all digital projectors is universally measured in ANSI Lumens. Tradionally the brightness level for church projectors ranges from 2000 to 3500 ANSI Lumens. Your viewing environment will be a major factor in determining how bright your projector must be. In the church environment there tends to be a high level or ambiant light from windows and electrical lighting. If you use a projector with a low brightness level the image may appear faded or washed. If you only require a relatively small screen size (1.5 metres wide) then a brightness level as low as 1800 Lumens may be suitable (2000 Lumens would be optimum).
In rooms where a large screen size is required (2-3 metres wide) 3000 Lumens or more is recommended to ensure the image does not look faint or washed.
What Resolution is right for me? [top]
A Native Resolution is essentially a measurement for the number of pixels being projected. The most common measurements are
SVGA - 800x600
XGA - 1024x768
When using your projector for detailed images/graphs, where small fonts are being used, or when a large screen size is required, we recommend an XGA native resolution. An XGA resolution will project more pixels and therefore a more detailed image than its SVGA alternative. For smaller screen sizes and basic presentations a SVGA projector will be suitable.
Is there anything else to look out for? [top] Another feature to be aware of is Keystone correction. When a projector is placed at an angle to the screen, the image will appear skewed. Most projectors offer Keystone correction that will correct this however there are limits on the amount of correction. If you have questions regarding keystone please don't hesitate to call us.
Before purchasing, whether from us or a competitor, please feel free to contact us to discuss the projector you are thinking of purchasing. We like to ensure you are getting the projector thats right for your needs. Many AV resellers and even some projector specialists only hold some models and therefore attempt to sell what they have in stock. At Just Projectors we have a massive quantity of stock available, stored in distribution warehouses in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. We are therefore never pressured to sell one particular model or 'what we have lying around'.
What projectors do you recommend for church use? [top]
BENQ MP612 DLP Multi Purpose PROJECTOR
As one of the best value projectors on the market, the new BenQ MP611 not only has a great modern appearance but a lamp life of up to 4000 hours. It's the perfect value option for those who would like to do a bit of everything with their projector. It offers an exceptional brightness rating of 2500 ANSI Lumens making it great for business presentations, home movies, retail advertising and even watching the footy on a Saturday afternoon.
The unit uses the latest DLP technology with a 5 segment colour wheel eliminating rainbow effects seen in its predecessors (PB6110, PB6210) and some older DLP models.
This projector is relatively easy to carry around with a small chassis, 2.5kg weight and a high quality soft carry case included. It comes with the required base mounting holes so can be ceiling mounted if required. A universal mount will cost approximately $169.
The MP623 is one of the most economical high performance projectors on the market. With a powerfull 2700 lumen brightness perfect for large screen sizes in heavily lit rooms the MP623 offers an incredible 4000 Hour lamp life on eco mode. Amazingly even with a powerfull lamp it has a 26dB noise level on economic mode and 31dB on normal mode, better than many home theatre models. It features a detailed XGA resolution perfect for larger screen sizes and detailed pictures, video, or presentations. It also has a 2500:1 contrast ratio giving it the ability to display true black shades and rich dark colours allowing high detail in darker presentations, movies, or home theatre applications.
The unit uses the latest DLP technology with a 5 segment colour wheel eliminating rainbow effects seen in its predecessors (PB6110, PB6210) and some older DLP models.
With a great set of features the MP623 is perfect for business use and as a multipurpose model is also designed to double up as a home theatre unit. It is relatively easy to carry around with a high quality soft carry case included. It comes with the required base mounting holes so can be ceiling mounted. A universal mount will cost approximately $169.
VIEWSONIC PJ560D DLP High Brightness Multi Purpose Projector
Viewsonic have always specialised in high brightness projectors and yet again they have released a real power house. The PJ560D has a massive brightness of 3200 lumens with a high resolution of XGA allowing for projection in even brightly lit rooms, halls or churches with large image sizes. Surprisingly the lamp life is exceptional at 3500 hours in high brightness mode and 4000 in economic mode.
Viewsonic haven't just installed a monstrous lamp, the PJ560D also has a 2500:1 contrast ratio giving it the ability to display true black shades and rich dark colours allowing higher detail in darker presentations, movies, or home theatre applications. The new PJ560D uses the latest DLP technology with a 5 segment colour wheel eliminating rainbow effects seen in its predecessors and some older DLP models.
With a great set of features and a large set of inputs the PJ560D is economical and perfect for settings where natural light is an issue as well as multipurpose use. It is easy to carry around at 2.7kg in weight and comes a soft carry case .
To back the new release Viewsonic have also given it an exceptional warranty of 3 years and have warranted the lamp for 12 months. It comes with the required base mounting holes so can be ceiling mounted. A universal mount will cost approximately $169.
This Epson Powerhouse can pump out an incredible 3500 Lumens brightness which is great for large screen sizes in even heavily lit rooms. The XGA resolution gives perfect detail for large screen sizes.
Mobile presentations are incredibly easy with the Epson EMP-1810. It weighs a mere 2.9kg while still providing a lot of power. It features quick setup meaning you can have the projector adjust itself in 6 seconds. It features an efficient etorl lamp meaning it doesn't need heaps of power or cooling for such a powerful 3500 lumen brightness. It is simple to use and perfect for installation or presentations on the go. It also features horizontal and vertical keystone meaning setup is more flexible when you can't place it directly in front of the screen. The 1.6x zoom allows you to use it when you require a small image from far away or a large image from close to the screen or wall.
When you have finished your presentation, simply switch off and pack away. With the instant off button there's no waiting around for the projector to cool down.
The SP831 is a feature packed large venue widescreen projector, it is bright, has some of the best colours available and offers many great features. The unit has an awe inspiring 4000 ANSI lumen brightness level, perfect for even large venue use where a bright room and large screen size are a must. The SP831 features a detailed WXGA resolution, perfect for larger screen sizes and detailed pictures, video, or presentations. It also has a 2000:1 contrast ratio, giving it the ability to display true black shades and rich dark colours, resulting in high detail in darker presentations, movies, and home theatre applications.
The BenQ SP831 utilises the latest DLP technology with a 6 segment colour wheel eliminating rainbow effects seen in its predecessors (PB8250, PB8260) and some older DLP models. Combined with 10-bit image processing, which accurately renders over 1.07 billion colours, the SP831 can also adjust colour layers for enhanced image quality and faithfully reproduce colours.
Although the SP831 is incredibly powerful it is whisper quiet with an amazing noise level of just 31dB on economic mode and 33dB on high brightness mode. As an added bonus the SP831 includes both Vertical and Horizontal Keystone correction, allowing much more flexibility with placement. You can have it not only above or below the screen but also to either side.
For presenters with better things to do than waiting for a projector to cool down, BenQ have added "Off & Go" to the features list on the SP831, allowing you to unplug and pack up without having to wait around for cooling.
The unit also includes a fully featured remote with laser pointer. The SP831 comes with the required base mounting holes so can be ceiling mounted. A universal mount will cost approximately $169.
