FAVI Mini Pocket Projector, PJM-1000 Review

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(More customer reviews)FAVI PJM-1000 Mini Projector Review:
This projector came to us well packaged directly from FAVI in a generic cardboard box with an attractive colored box inside. Inside the color box we removed a projector, Lithium Ion battery, extra long VGA Cable, Composite/RCA Video Cable, RCA Adapter, User Guide, AC Adapter/Batter Charger, and a flexible stand. The AC adapter comes with international plug adapters for use abroad. FAVI seems to have made this projector with the traveler in mind so we thought it fitting to demo the PJM-1000 while on a commercial airplane flight.
RATINGS:
-USER GUIDE: 9/10. The user guide made setup easy with product visuals and simple quick-start steps.
-SETUP 9/10. User friendly device, very plug and play.
-DISPLAY: 8/10. Good colors and image quality. We would have liked to see a higher native resolution.
-BRIGHTNESS: 6/10. When compared to other pico projectors its brightness performed exceedingly well. Although when we compared its brightness to larger standard sized projectors it performed poorly. We recommend a dimly lit environment if attempting to project a picture larger than 40 inches.
-INPUTS: 7/10. On the rear of the unit there is a VGA input for connecting to a laptop/PC and video input for connecting to a standard video composite cable. On the side of the unit there is a DC-in to connect the AC power adapter. We were disappointed there was no HDMI input.
-ACCESSORIES: 9/10. Included in the box were all essential cables to connect to a laptop/PC and DVD/Video source. We were able to connect to an iPod touch and an iphone with cables that were not included. We found the extra long VGA cable and international AC Adapter to be a plus.
-VALUE: 9/10. We found it to be one of the lowest priced pico projectors on the market. Excellent value with its overall performance and low price point.-OVERALL: 8/10. Recommended. We highly recommend the PJM-1000 to any business professional or to anyone who travels.

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The new FAVI PMJ-1000 Mini Projector is one of the world's smallest projectors! It weighs an amazing 6.4 ounces and fits in the palm of your hand! Whether you are a successful business executive looking for the latest presentation device or the tech savvy guru who wants to show off your favorite iPod Video or YouTube clip on your buddys wall, the FAVI mini projector will surely impress! The new FAVI mini projector is definitely the must have gadget of 2009! -Manufacturer: FAVI Entertainment -Color: White -Aspect Ratio 4:3-Projector Dimensions: 4.4" x 1.9" x 0.6" -Projection Distance Max 12 ft. / Min 0.5 ft -Image Size (diagonal) 6" - 100"-Native Resolution 640 X 480 Pixels -Max Compatible Resolutions: 800 X 600, 1024 X 768, 1280 X 800 -Contrast Ratio: 80:1 -Zoom & Focus: Manual -Luminous Flux: 12 lumens -Throw Ratio: 0.66 (Typical) -Power Consumption: 1A (Typical) -Video Source: Video (CVBS), NTSC & PAL auto switch, VGA: SVGA, XGA, WXGA -Accessories: Removable Stand, Lithium Ion Battery, Charger Cable, Video Cable and VGA Cable (PC/Laptop) -Battery Life: Approx. 50 minutes, can be plugged into an outlet for unlimited power -Warranty: 1 Year Parts -Warranty: 45 Day Labor

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Epson PowerLite S1 Multimedia Video Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)Looking at the S1 in respect to using it for home theatre -
* it provides a brighter picture than most Home Theatre Projectors at 1200 Lumens
* the picture is very clear
* the colours are accurate and vibrant
* the contrast is average. DLP PJ's like the Infocus X1 have better contrast but u risk seeing rainbow effects with cheap DLP PJ's
* It has a short throw lens so 10 feet gets approx 100 inch diagonal screen so it can suit small rooms down to say 9 x 9 feet
* It doesnt have a genuine zoom feature so placement in a room is limited
* It is SVGA resolution but with the .5 size pixels (instead of .7 on most SVGA PJ's) screen door/pixelation is much reduced. I have it in my 12' by 11' bedroom at a diagonal screen size of approx 95' and it looks supurb.
* Fan sound is about average. It exhausts the air out the front so can be mounted close to a wall
* It doesnt have manual individual colour adjustments. The 5 preset viewing modes will be fine for most, coupled with the ability to adjust contrast/brightness.
* Try to position the PJ at right angles to the screen in order to avoid using keystone correction. The picture looks slightly better if u dont use keystone correction with this PJ.
* The PJ itself is very inexpensive and the replacement lamps are the cheapest i have ever seen. Would be good if the lamp could go more than 2000 hours but since they are so cheap its not so much of an issue.
* Many S1's are sold/have been sold so it should be easy to get replacement items such as lamps in the future.
* Doesnt have a individual component video connection. U have to use the RGB port so if u have a pc u have to share this port. Would have been good to have a seperate component video port.
There are several entry level PJ's which are providing performance at a level previously only found on PJ's much more expensive. At similar to the EPSON S1 price point you could look at Infocus X1, Hitachi CPS210, Sanyo Z1 amongst others.
In Summary Epson S1 - Bright, very clear picture, excellent colours, short throw, cheap globes
Im very happy with the S1. The most important issue above all is the picture and this PJ's picture is crystal clear, bright and vibrant.
Regards Talisman

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Early Adopters Pick: July 2003. The S1 from Epson is a price-busting portable projector that delivers brilliant, full-featured SVGA performance, under $1,000.
With a footprint of just 14.6 by 10.4 inches, the S1 sets up on nearly any convenient surface and weighs just 7 pounds, making transportation painless. An SVGA native resolution of 800 x 600 ensures that projected images retain their clarity even at great distances, while 24-bit color support of over 16.7 million colors results in accurate, true-to-life images. A monitor out capability lets you display images on both the projected screen and on a monitor simultaneously, while compatibility with both PC and Mac operating systems ensures that your presentations a snap to set up, no matter where you are. The 400:1 contrast ratio provides sharp detail, and 1,200 ANSI lumens of brightness results in projections that are easy to see from anywhere in the room. The 132 W UHE lamp provides over 2,000 hours of lamp life, while the internal power supply consumes 180 watts during normal operation and just 5 watts in stand-by mode.
The S1 has a variable aspect ratio of either 4:3 or 16:9 and an adjustable projection screen size of 30 to 300 inches. The digital zoom/manual focus lens has an F-number of 1.4 and an f-number range of 16.6mm, which combine with digital keystone correction of plus or minus 15 degrees to help achieve accurate, in-focus projections across the entirety of the image. The S1 supports NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL, PAL60, SECAM, and HDTV formats, the latter including 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i. Mini DIN, RCA, and mini D-sub signal inputs and an RS232C control input are provided. The internal fan emits less than 33 dB of noise during normal operation, while the internal 1-watt mono speaker provides a clear, intelligible internal audio output. The remote operates at a distance of up to 19.7 feet and provides control over a wide range of projector functions. The S1 also comes backed with a two-year limited warranty.
What's in the BoxProjector, power cable, computer cable, projector remote control with lithium battery, presentation remote control, soft carrying case, air filter, CD-ROM, Quick Setup Sheet

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LCD VIDEO THEATER PROJECTOR, native 640x480 resolution, 1080i w/ HDMI (Wii, PS3, Xbox, DVD, & More) Review

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(More customer reviews)This was a gift for my mother for Christmas I haven't watched anything on it but she loves it. She can't stop talking about and it was delivered promptly, no delays

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LCD VIDEO THEATER PROJECTOR, native 640x480 resolution, 1080i w/ HDMI (Wii, PS3, Xbox, DVD, & More)

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Optoma PRO150S 2800 Lumen SVGA DLP Multimedia Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)I owned a projector about 7-8 years ago. It was very expensive back then (Infocus brand) and I always thought it had a great picture in our dark basement setting... but the output was not bright enough to work in a semi-lit room during the day. When the bulb finally burnt out and I realized how expensive they were to replace, I got rid of it and bought a 42" Sony rear-projection TV. I have been happy with the Sony for the last 7 years or so but just moved from a large house into a smaller apartment and was looking for a way to free up all the space that this rather large TV took up (not to mention it is almost impossible to move because it is so big and heavy). I was looking into the newest technology of LCD, Plasma, and even LED TVs and the prices are pretty crazy for the size you get. I remembered how cool it was to have a projector and I thought to myself that would be great to save space and get a HUGE screen. I looked into them and I knew from my prior ownership that anything over 2000 lumens was typically considered to be bright enough to use in a semi-dark room. Most of the projectors advertised and sold as "Home Theater Projectors" are just as expensive as the TVs and I understand that they have native resolutions of 1280x800 or higher and some I have seen as high as 5500 lumens.... but I think a lot of it is hype. How black can the blacks in the video get? Why do you need a 60,000 to 1 contrast ratio? If you are not going to project the image 100 feet or more, why do you need that many lumens? I took a chance on this projector because I found it brand new on ebay for less than four hundred dollars and thought what the heck. At 2800 lumens it is plenty bright (even in daylight) to be seen clearly. The picture looks razor sharp and all my friends that spent thousands on big screen TVs are all jealous and say it looks better than their TVs. For 1/8 or less the cost, I have a 75" screen that is 1080i and 720p compatible. It is awesome for movies or ball games. Everyone always wants to have the superbowl party at my place.
Compared to my old Infocus projector, I can see technology has come a long way. This Optoma projector is very compact, lightweight, and quiet. It does put out a fair amount of heat (exhaust fan) but other than that I have absolutely no complaints, nor do I see a reason to spend thousands more on a big screen TV or "Home Theater" projector. In fact, this projector is actually TOO bright for the 10' that I am projecting the picture so I turned it down to "eco-mode" which dims it a bit and saves another 1,000 hours on the bulb. For the money, I think you would be very pressed to find a better quality projector with higher lumens and resolution for anywhere close to the same cost. The replacement cost of the bulbs are under $200 each so I can rest assured that this projector will last me the rest of my happy life, and even if it wasn't affordable to replace the bulb. At 350 dollars, I think 240,000 minutes of watching this screen is well worth the money I paid for it. That is 8 cents per hour.
Bottom line: Incredible Hi-Def picture, compact space-saving design, bright enough for daytime viewing, and very cost affordable. If you are considering this projector compared to some similar models, you have my recommendation to go with this one. I checked out Dell, NEC, Hitachi, Epson, and Infocus and nothing in this price range compared. 2800 lumens and 3000:1 contrast ratio is pretty impressive. Deep, rich dark colors... True blacks... and bright whites. I think you will be as happy as I am.I will post some pictures as soon as I get my screen installed. Right now I am just projecting on a (brown) wall. I can't even imagine how good the picture is going to be on a real screen!

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Small, sleek and stylish, the Optoma PRO150S is perfect for business and classroom applications. Featuring 2800 ANSI lumens and a high contrast ratio of 3000:1, the PRO150S will capture your audience\'s imagination. With lamp life of up to 4000 hours, filter-free design and low standby power consumption, the PRO150S will provide lower cost of ownership while delivering a perfect, colorful, crisp image.

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Dell 1209S Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)No regrets. Brand new product received in great packaging to avoid damage. Top class projection with no negative thus fas. Great for home entertainment and gaming. Not to mention presentations.

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Product Features 2500 ANSI Lumens Brightness - Leave the lights on with maximum projector brightness of 2500 ANSI Lumens. 800 x 600 SVGA Resolution - Deliver consistent SVGA quality with up to 480,000 pixels and auto sync up to 1600 x 1200 UXGA. DLP? and BrilliantColorTM Technology - With 16.7 million vibrant colors, the 1209S produces precise, life-like images and superior outstanding color accuracy. Up to 302.8 inches Projection Size - At 12 meters distance, the 1209S projects all your big ideas up to 302.8 inches(diagonal) maximum size. Technical Details Dual VGA connectors High contrast ratio of 1800:1 Sharp and vivid images Brightness of 2500 ANSI Lumens, perfect for lights-on presentations UXGA resolution of 1600x1200 High-quality front and rear projection Multiple mounting options Product Description Up to 4000 Hours Lamp Life1 - Help reduce cost and maintenance with lamp life1 up to 4000 hours in quiet-running eco mode.

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