Home Theatre Projector

Choosing a Home Theatre Projector.

What brightness level do I require?
How much do I need to know about image quality?
Should I ceiling mount my projector?
Are there any 3D Projectors?
What inputs/connections should I use?
What else should I look out for when buying?
What projectors do you recommend for home theatre?

How much do I need to know about image quality? [top]
For a dedicated home theatre room, there are 2 main specifications to consider before making your purchase. These are:
Native Resolution
Contrast Ratio

A Native Resolution is essentially a measurement for the number of pixels being projected. Usually this is represented in a number of pixels width to height e.g. 1920 pixels width and 1080 pixels high. Projectors may accept signals higher and lower of the native resolution but will have to convert or compress the signal to display in the native resolution.

The most common resolutions for home theatre are

WUXGA - 1920x1080 (Full High Definition 1080p)
UHD - 3840x2160 (Ultra High Definition 4K 2160p)

The recommended resolution for home theatre applications is FULLHD or UHD/4K (1080p or 2160P). The 1080P resolution will result in a widescreen high detailed image perfect for Full HD games and Bluray Movies. With a 4K projector you will be ready for the new 4K disks and gaming consoles out now. For more information on 4K Projectors click here..

Contrast Ratio is another important specification of a home theatre projector. Contrast defines the difference between the whitest whites and the blackest blacks. If the peak white value is significantly different than the peak black value the signal is said to have high contrast resulting in well defined & detailed shading. A contrast of 1000:1 means that the blackest black on the image will be 1000 times blacker than the whitest white.

For a dedicated home theatre projector, that will be used in a darkened room, a high contrast ratio of 10,000:1 or more is best. For data projectors and some multi-use projectors a high contrast is not required as ambient light in the room reduces any ill-effect that a low contrast may cause. If you plan to use your projector mainly in a lit or even semi-lit room, the contrast ratio is not of vital significance.

Should I ceiling mount my projector? [top]
Ceiling mounting is the best way to install a projector. Many projectors will require a projection distance of around 3 metres for a common image size of 100". This means you could pop it onto a coffee table but it is generally neater to have power and HDMI cables hidden in a ceiling space and the projector is safe from being knocked or dropped.

Are There any 3D Projectors? [top]
Yes. The 3D viewing feature is available on select home theatre projectors. To get 3D running you will need:

• Active shutter 3D glasses (not the $1 set from the cinema's, these ones are Passive glasses so don't work)
• A 3D compatible HDMI cable (most modern HDMI cables are fine)
• 3D Bluray player
• 3D Bluray movie

What Inputs/Connections should I use?[top]
Some older projectors have connections like VGA, Component and S-video on the back. Almost all modern projectors will solely utilise a HDMI connection. Home theatre projectors should always be connected via a high quality HDMI cable.

What else should I look out for when buying? [top]
There are some cheaper projectors ($200-$500) being advertised by some retailers as being great for home theatre. These offer extremely low resolutions, very poor quality optics, and low image quality. At Just Projectors, we have declined offers from our suppliers to sell these "HD compatible" projectors as we feel they simply do not offer the quality that is required for home movies. As with all things, you get what you pay for.

There are also more specialised gaming projectors available. For more info on projectors for games and consoles click here.
Or for more information on Smart Projectors click here

What projectors do you recommend for home theatre? [top]

Home Theatre Recommendations
Optoma HD28e DLP Full HD Bright Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $950
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: WUXGA 1920 x 1080 Brightness: 3800 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 25,000:1 Weight: 2.9kg Fan Noise: 25db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $100) Lamp Warranty: 12months/1000hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - HDMI Connection - 5W Speaker - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - MHL Compatible [More Information]	RRP: $1399 $449 OFF WAS $1399 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Optoma HD30HDR DLP Full HD Bright Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $1099
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: WUXGA 1920 x 1080 16:9 Brightness: 3800 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 50,000:1 Weight: 2.8kg Fan Noise: 26db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $100) Lamp Warranty: 12months/1000hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - HDR10 Compatible - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - Vertical Keystone Correction - 2x HDMI Connection - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - Fast Gaming Modes [More Information]	RRP: $1599 NEW! $500 OFF WAS $1599 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Epson EH-TW5700 Full HD Smart Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $1299
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: WUXGA 1920 x 1080 16:9 Brightness: 2700 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 35,000:1 Weight: 3.6kg Fan Noise: 28db Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $125) Lamp Warranty: 12 months / 750 hours Lamp Life Up To: 7,500hrs	FEATURES - 1.2x Zoom - Chromecast Inbuilt - Streaming Media Player (wireless) - HDMI Connection - Horizontal & Vertical Keystone - Frame Interpolation - 10W Speaker Inbuilt - Bluetooth Audio [More Information]	RRP: $1699 In Stock Now!!! Was $1599 Save $300 Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Viewsonic PX701-4K DLP High Brightness 4K UHD Projector			Your Price: $1499
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 3200 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 12,000:1 Weight: 2.8kg Fan Noise: 31 / 27db (eco) Warranty: 3 Years (+1 Year $119) Lamp Warranty: 12 Months / 1000 Hours Lamp Life Up To: 20,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - 1.2x Zoom - Horizontal & Vertical Keystone - 2x HDMI connections - HDR Compatible - 10W Speaker Inbuilt [More Information]	RRP: $1999 In Stock Now! $500 OFF NORMALLY $1999 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Optoma HD39HDR DLP Full HD Bright Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $1399
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: WUXGA 1920 x 1080 16:9 Brightness: 4500 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 50,000:1 Weight: 3.0kg Fan Noise: 26db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $119) Lamp Warranty: 12months/1000hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - HDR10 Compatible - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - Vertical Keystone Correction - 2x HDMI Connection - Powerful 10W Speaker - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - Fast Gaming Modes Bonus Amazon FireTV Stick Save $59 - Bluetooth Audio - Screen Mirroring - Wifi Connectivity - Smart apps: Netflix, Youtube etc. [More Information]	RRP: $1999 + PLUS Free FireTV Stick $600 OFF WAS $1999 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Viewsonic PX728-4K DLP Home Cinema 4K UHD Projector			Your Price: $1699
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 2000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 12,000:1 Weight: 2.8kg Fan Noise: 32 / 27db (eco) Warranty: 3 Years (+1 Year $135) Lamp Warranty: 12 Months / 1000 Hours Lamp Life Up To: 20,000hrs	FEATURES - 100% Rec. 709 Coverage - 1.3x Zoom - Horizontal & Vertical Keystone - 2x HDMI connections - USB-C Display Compatible - HDR Compatible - 12 Volt Trigger - 10W Speaker Inbuilt - Fast Gaming Modes [More Information]	RRP: $2199 In Stock Now! $500 OFF NORMALLY $2199 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
BenQ TK800M DLP Ultra High Definition 4K Home Entertainment Projector			Your Price: $1949
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 3000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 10,000:1 Weight: 4.2kg Fan Noise: 33 / 29db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $135) Lamp Warranty: 6months/750hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - 4 Segment Colour Wheel - Flawless All Glass Optics - 1.1x Zoom - Vertical Keystone Correction - 2x HDMI connections - HDR Compatible - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 12 Volt Trigger [More Information]	RRP: $2199 In Stock Now! Was $2199 Save $250 Extended Till 12th December FREE Delivery Code: FREEDEL Flat Rate Freight! $0 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
BenQ W1700M DLP Ultra High Definition 4K Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $1949
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 2000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 10,000:1 Weight: 4.2kg Fan Noise: 33 / 29db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $135) Lamp Warranty: 6months/750hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - 100% Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - 6 Segment Colour Wheel - Flawless All Glass Optics - 1.1x Zoom - Vertical Keystone Correction - 2x HDMI connections - HDR Compatible - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 12 Volt Trigger [More Information]	RRP: $2599 In Stock Now! Was $2399 Save $450 Extended Till 12th December FREE Delivery Code: FREEDEL Flat Rate Freight! $0 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
BenQ TK850 DLP Ultra High Definition 4K Bright Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $2799
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 3000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 30,000:1 Weight: 4.2kg Fan Noise: 30 / 28db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $135) Lamp Warranty: 6months/750hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec.709 Colour Calibration - 4 Segment Colour Wheel - Flawless All Glass Optics - 1.3x Zoom - 10% Vertical Lens Shift - Vertical Keystone Correction - USB Media Player - 2x HDMI connections - 2x 5W Speaker - HDR10/HLG Compatible - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 12 Volt Trigger [More Information]	RRP: $3299 In Stock Now! Was $2999 Save $200 Extended Till 12th December FREE Delivery Code: FREEDEL Flat Rate Freight! $0 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
BenQ W2700i DLP Smart Ultra High Definition 4K Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $2799
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 2000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 30,000:1 Weight: 4.2kg Fan Noise: 30 / 28db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $135) Lamp Warranty: 6months/750hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - DCI-P3/Rec.709 Colour Calibration - 6 Segment Colour Wheel - Flawless All Glass Optics - 1.3x Zoom - 10% Vertical Lens Shift - Vertical Keystone Correction - Pixel/Colour/Flesh Tone Enhancer - USB Media Player - 2x HDMI connections - 2x 5W Speaker - HDR10/HLG Compatible - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 12 Volt Trigger - Smart Media Payer (wireless) [More Information]	RRP: $2999 NEW! In Stock Now! Was $2999 Save $200 Extended Till 12th December FREE Delivery Code: FREEDEL Flat Rate Freight! $0 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Viewsonic X100-4K+ 4K UHD LED Home Theatre Smart Projector			Your Price: $2999
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 2900 LED Lumens Maximum Contrast: 4,000,000:1 Weight: 7.7kg Fan Noise: 23 / 20db (eco) Warranty: 3 Years (+1 Year $135) LED Warranty: 3 Years / 30,000 Hours LED Life Up To: 30,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - Streaming Media Player (wireless) - Miracast Compatible - USB & SD Card reader - Vertical Keystone Correction - Vertical Lens Shift (-0%, +65%) - Horizontal Lens Shift (+/- 25%) - 1.2x Zoom - 4x HDMI connections - HDR Compatible - 2x20W Speakers Inbuilt Bonus Amazon FireTV Stick 4K Save $99 - Bluetooth Audio - Screen Mirroring - Wifi Connectivity - Smart apps: Netflix, Youtube etc. [More Information]	RRP: $3999 In Stock Now! $500 OFF NORMALLY $3499 + Free FireTV Stick 4K Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
BenQ W5700 DLP Ultra High Definition 4K Home Theatre Projector			Your Price: $3999
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 1800 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 100,000:1 Weight: 6.5kg Fan Noise: 32 / 26db (eco) Warranty: 2 Years (+1 Year $139) Lamp Warranty: 6months/750hrs Lamp Life Up To: 15,000hrs	FEATURES - DCI-P3/Rec.709 Colour Calibration - 6 Segment Colour Wheel - Flawless All Glass Optics - 1.6x Zoom - ± 60% Vertical Lens Shift - ± 23% Horizontal Lens Shift - Vertical Keystone Correction - Pixel/Colour/Flesh Tone Enhancer - 2x HDMI connections - HDR10/HLG Compatible - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 12 Volt Trigger [More Information]	RRP: $4499 In Stock Now! Was $4199 Save $200 Extended Till 12th December FREE Delivery Code: FREEDEL Flat Rate Freight! $0 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Ultra Short Throw Home Theatre Recommendations
Epson EH-LS500B 4Ke UHD Ultra Short Throw Home Theatre Laser Projector			Your Price: $5399
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: 1920x1080x2 (4Ke) 16:9 Brightness: 4000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 2,500,000:1 Weight: 9.3kg Fan Noise: 26db Warranty: 3 Years/20,000 Hrs Lamp Warranty: 3 Years/20,000 Hrs Lamp Life Up To: 30,000hrs	FEATURES - 3x HDMI Connection - HDR Compatible - HLG Compatible - Chromecast Inbuilt - Streaming Media Player (wireless) - 20W Speaker Inbuilt [More Information]	RRP: $5499 NEW! IN STOCK NOW! $100 OFF WAS $5499 Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available
Optoma CinemaX P2 DLP 4K Ultra Short throw Home Theatre Laser Projector			Your Price: $4999
	SPECIFICATIONS Native Resolution: UHD 3840 x 2160 16:9 Brightness: 3000 ANSI Lumens Maximum Contrast: 2,000,000:1 Weight: 11kg Fan Noise: 24db (eco) Warranty: 3 Years / 20k hours Laser Warranty: 3 Years / 20,000 hours Lamp Life Up To: 30,000hrs	FEATURES - Rec. 709 Colour Calibration - HDR10 Compatible - HDMI Connection - HDMI 2.0 Connection - Streaming Media Player (wireless) - Bluetooth Audio - 3D Capable(3D glasses required) - 40W Powerful Speaker Bonus Amazon FireTV Stick 4K Save $99 - Bluetooth Audio - Screen Mirroring - Wifi Connectivity - Smart apps: Netflix, Youtube etc. [More Information]	RRP: $5699 In Stock Now! $700 OFF WAS $5699 + Free FireTV Stick 4K Extended Till 12th December Flat Rate Freight! $22 Insured Australia Wide. Pick up Available