{"id":555243,"date":"2023-02-22T22:05:35","date_gmt":"2023-02-22T19:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2023-02-22T22:05:35","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T19:05:35","slug":"the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#The Worst Parts of Owning a Projector \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a217921cc3b9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a217921cc3b9\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#%E2%80%9CThe_Worst_Parts_of_Owning_a_Projector_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;The Worst Parts of Owning a Projector \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#Projector_Lamps_Are_Expensive\" >Projector Lamps Are Expensive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#Cooldowns_and_Warmups_Galore\" >Cooldowns and Warmups Galore<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#The_Best_Portable_Projectors\" >The Best Portable Projectors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#Nebula_by_Anker_Mars_II_300_ANSI_Lumen_Home_Theater_Portable_Projector_with_720p_30_to_150_Inch_DLP_Picture_Home_Entertainment_10W_Speakers_Android_71_1-Second_Autofocus_Movie_Projector\" >Nebula, by Anker, Mars II 300 ANSI Lumen Home Theater Portable Projector with 720p 30 to 150 Inch DLP Picture, Home Entertainment, 10W Speakers, Android 7.1, 1-Second Autofocus, Movie Projector<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#Anker_NEBULA_Capsule_Smart_Wi-Fi_Mini_Projector_100_ANSI_Lumen_Portable_Projector_360%C2%B0_Speaker_Movie_Projector_100_Inch_Picture_4Hr_Video_Playtime_for_Inside_and_Outside_Watch_Anywhere\" >Anker NEBULA Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector, 100 ANSI Lumen Portable Projector, 360\u00b0 Speaker, Movie Projector, 100 Inch Picture, 4Hr Video Playtime for Inside and Outside, Watch Anywhere<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#LG_HF80LA_Laser_Smart_Home_Theater_Cinebeam_Projector_2019_Model_%E2%80%93_Class_1_Laser_Product\" >LG HF80LA Laser Smart Home Theater Cinebeam Projector (2019 Model &#8211; Class 1 Laser Product)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#LG_PF50KA_100%E2%80%9D_Portable_Full_HD_1920_x_1080_LED_Smart_TV_Home_Theater_CineBeam_Projector_with_Built-in_Battery_25_Hours_%E2%80%93_White\" >LG PF50KA 100\u201d Portable Full HD (1920 x 1080) LED Smart TV Home Theater CineBeam Projector with Built-in Battery (2.5 Hours) &#8211; White<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#ASUS_ZenBeam_E1_Portable_Mini_Projector_with_Speakers_HDMIMHL_6000mAh_Battery_up_to_5_hours_Auto_Keystone_Award_winning_design_2_Years_Warranty\" >ASUS ZenBeam E1 Portable Mini Projector with Speakers HDMI\/MHL 6000mAh Battery up to 5 hours | Auto Keystone | Award winning design | 2 Years Warranty<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#Installation_Requires_Some_Critical_Thinking\" >Installation Requires Some Critical Thinking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/the-worst-parts-of-owning-a-projector-review-geek\/#You_May_Have_Trouble_with_External_Speakers\" >You May Have Trouble with External Speakers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CThe_Worst_Parts_of_Owning_a_Projector_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;The Worst Parts of Owning a Projector \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage size-full wp-image-146539\" data-pagespeed-no-defer=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/02\/51977f6c.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"A BenQ projector with its remote at CES 2023.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\">Justin Duino \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Projectors are difficult to set up and require some maintenance. As a projector owner, you will spend a surprising amount of time and money keeping your home theater going.<\/p>\n<p>A projector will give you a cinematic viewing experience at a relatively low price. But unlike TVs, projectors can be difficult to set up and maintain. Lamps will fail, dust will build up, and you\u2019ll put in some elbow grease when setting up your home theater.<\/p>\n<p>These problems shouldn\u2019t dissuade you from buying a projector\u2014they\u2019re very manageable annoyances, and they\u2019re worth dealing with. That said, this article should help you set up your home theater with a sense of knowledge and confidence.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Projector_Lamps_Are_Expensive\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">Projector Lamps Are Expensive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most annoying part of owning a projector is keeping up with maintenance. Yeah, projectors can get dusty, and you\u2019ll need to clean yours off a few times a year to prevent overheating. But I\u2019m really talking about the lamp\u2014the heart of the projector.<\/p>\n<p>Projector lamps start to dim as they age, and they eventually fail. Lamp life depends on how often you use the projector\u2014most lamps are rated for about 2,000 hours, so if you use your projector for five hours a day, it\u2019ll need a new lamp after 13 or 14 months of operation.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, you can continue using a projector lamp after it exceeds the manufacturer\u2019s rated lifespan. But it will be extremely dim (usually half the normal brightness), and it will die at some point. Either way, I suggest that you replace the lamp before it fails. In rare cases of <em>extreme<\/em> abuse, the lamp can pop and release mercury gas.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-146541 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/02\/acf9dc4f.png\" alt=\"A photo of an Epson projector lamp.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-credittext=\"Epson\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This is what a projector lamp looks like, by the way. It isn\u2019t a bulb. <span class=\"imagecredit\">Epson<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Installing a new projector lamp is a simple task. You just buy an appropriate lamp from a website like\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purelandsupply.com\/\">Pureland Supply<\/a>, undo a few screws on your projector, pop out the old lamp, and stick in the new one. (Don\u2019t touch the lamp\u2019s glass, as grease or dirt will create hot spots that could lead to lamp failure.)<\/p>\n<p>The problem is that projector lamps are expensive. Some cost $100, while others are more than $200.\u00a0And while there are plenty of cheap third-party lamps that\u2019ll work with your projector, you\u2019re better off buying whatever lamp the manufacturer recommends. It\u2019ll shine brighter and work longer than off-brand options. (Avoid Amazon when shopping for projector lamps. There are too many counterfeit listings.)<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t use your projector too often, this isn\u2019t a major expense. But those who use a projector every day should set aside some cash for replacement lamps. Note that you can check lamp life from your projector\u2019s menu, which is accessed through the remote control or a button on the projector.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cooldowns_and_Warmups_Galore\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_1\">Cooldowns and Warmups Galore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-117138\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/04\/c1d348b1.png\" alt=\"A projector on a stand far away from the screen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/black-projector-on-stand-table-ready-1415663048\">pkproject\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Because projector lamps produce so much heat, they need to slowly warm up and cool down. In modern projectors, this process is pretty quick\u2014it takes about two minutes for a projector to warm up and reach maximum brightness, while cooldown takes about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>For many people, this isn\u2019t a serious problem. But if you plan to use a projector in a common area, such as a living room, it may be repeatedly turned on and off by family or friends. Forcing the lamp to fluctuate in temperature without giving it any time to settle is a bad idea. This will damage the lamp, reducing its lifespan and image quality.<\/p>\n<p>Interrupting the projector\u2019s warmup or cooldown cycle will also harm the lamp. If you unplug a projector while it\u2019s cooling down, the fans will stop circulating air, forcing the lamp to cool at an uneven rate. Admittedly, this problem doesn\u2019t affect permanent installations, though it\u2019s something to keep in mind if you use your projector as a portable device (hence the photo of a projector outside).<\/p>\n<p>Note that LED projectors don\u2019t produce a lot of heat, so they don\u2019t have warmup or cooldown periods. These problems only apply to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/402227\/how-do-laser-and-led-projectors-work-and-which-is-right-for-you\/\">LCD and laser<\/a> projectors.<\/p>\n<div style=\"box-shadow: 0 0 4px 1px rgba(0,0,0,.2); padding: 1em; padding-bottom: 0; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h4 style=\"margin: 0;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Portable_Projectors\"><\/span>The Best Portable Projectors <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,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\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\"\/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div class=\"moka-buying-guides-product-wrap\">\n<div>\n<small style=\"color: #555;\"\/><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 0em;\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"height160 flex-vcenter\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" height=\"160px\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41bX1jCtivL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Nebula, by Anker, Mars II 300 ANSI Lumen Home Theater Portable Projector with 720p 30 to 150 Inch DLP Picture, Home Entertainment, 10W Speakers, Android 7.1, 1-Second Autofocus, Movie Projector\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/div>\n<h5 style=\"max-height: 24px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1em; white-space: normal; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; display: -webkit-box; -webkit-line-clamp: 2; -webkit-box-orient: vertical;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nebula_by_Anker_Mars_II_300_ANSI_Lumen_Home_Theater_Portable_Projector_with_720p_30_to_150_Inch_DLP_Picture_Home_Entertainment_10W_Speakers_Android_71_1-Second_Autofocus_Movie_Projector\"><\/span>Nebula, by Anker, Mars II 300 ANSI Lumen Home Theater Portable Projector with 720p 30 to 150 Inch DLP Picture, Home Entertainment, 10W Speakers, Android 7.1, 1-Second Autofocus, Movie Projector<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<small style=\"color: #555;\"\/><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 0em;\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"height160 flex-vcenter\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" height=\"160px\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41Evli+e9GL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Anker NEBULA Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector, 100 ANSI Lumen Portable Projector, 360\u00b0 Speaker, Movie Projector, 100 Inch Picture, 4Hr Video Playtime for Inside and Outside, Watch Anywhere\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/div>\n<h5 style=\"max-height: 24px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1em; white-space: normal; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; display: -webkit-box; -webkit-line-clamp: 2; -webkit-box-orient: vertical;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anker_NEBULA_Capsule_Smart_Wi-Fi_Mini_Projector_100_ANSI_Lumen_Portable_Projector_360%C2%B0_Speaker_Movie_Projector_100_Inch_Picture_4Hr_Video_Playtime_for_Inside_and_Outside_Watch_Anywhere\"><\/span>Anker NEBULA Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector, 100 ANSI Lumen Portable Projector, 360\u00b0 Speaker, Movie Projector, 100 Inch Picture, 4Hr Video Playtime for Inside and Outside, Watch Anywhere<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<small style=\"color: #555;\"\/><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 0em;\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"height160 flex-vcenter\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" height=\"160px\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41xjr3BfyXL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"LG HF80LA Laser Smart Home Theater Cinebeam Projector (2019 Model - Class 1 Laser Product)\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/div>\n<h5 style=\"max-height: 24px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1em; white-space: normal; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; display: -webkit-box; -webkit-line-clamp: 2; -webkit-box-orient: vertical;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LG_HF80LA_Laser_Smart_Home_Theater_Cinebeam_Projector_2019_Model_%E2%80%93_Class_1_Laser_Product\"><\/span>LG HF80LA Laser Smart Home Theater Cinebeam Projector (2019 Model &#8211; Class 1 Laser Product)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<small style=\"color: #555;\"\/><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block; 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White<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-add\">\n<div class=\"product-add-button\">\n<div class=\"product-share-links\">\nAmazon<\/p>\n<p class=\"product-price\">$557.95<br \/><small><del>$699.99<\/del> Save 20%<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<small style=\"color: #555;\"\/><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block; margin-bottom: 0em;\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"height160 flex-vcenter\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" height=\"160px\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31j7uz2hXeS._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"ASUS ZenBeam E1 Portable Mini Projector with Speakers HDMI\/MHL 6000mAh Battery up to 5 hours | Auto Keystone | Award winning design | 2 Years Warranty\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/div>\n<div>The Best Pocket Projector<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h5 style=\"max-height: 24px; margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; font-size: 1em; white-space: normal; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; display: -webkit-box; -webkit-line-clamp: 2; -webkit-box-orient: vertical;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ASUS_ZenBeam_E1_Portable_Mini_Projector_with_Speakers_HDMIMHL_6000mAh_Battery_up_to_5_hours_Auto_Keystone_Award_winning_design_2_Years_Warranty\"><\/span>ASUS ZenBeam E1 Portable Mini Projector with Speakers HDMI\/MHL 6000mAh Battery up to 5 hours | Auto Keystone | Award winning design | 2 Years Warranty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Installation_Requires_Some_Critical_Thinking\"><\/span>Installation Requires Some Critical Thinking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-117960\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/05\/d630ef1a.jpg\" alt=\"A giant 120 inch screen displaying 'Finding Neo'\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Josh Hendrickson \/ Review Geek<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can\u2019t just throw a projector in a room and expect to get a great image. Setting up or installing a projector is more difficult than you\u2019d expect, as you need to deal with things like throw distance and ambient light.<\/p>\n<p>Projectors use specialized lenses which are intended to operate at a certain distance from a screen or wall. This is referred to as the \u201cthrow distance;\u201d some projectors sit directly against the wall, while others must be placed several feet away from the projection surface.<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturers often list several \u201cthrow ratios\u201d for their projectors. These are specific throw distances that accommodate different screen sizes, such as 80 inches or 120 inches. Sticking with a short throw ratio (with the projector relatively close to the screen) will give you a brighter and sharper image at the expense of size.<\/p>\n<p>So, when shopping for and installing a projector, you need to pay close attention to the throw distance. Some projectors are \u201clong throw,\u201d meaning that they sit at least eight feet from the screen. In a smaller room, a \u201cshort throw\u201d projector may be more <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ropriate, as it sits closer to the projection surface. (Note that some projectors have a zoom lens, which allows for an adjustable throw distance.)<\/p>\n<p>You also need to worry about ambient light, especially if you plan to use your projector during the day. In a bright room, projectors can look very dim. The solution is to buy an extremely bright projector (which costs a fortune) or treat your room to remove some ambient light.<\/p>\n<p>Blackout curtains are your friend, although lamps and other light sources can still obstruct your projector\u2019s image. In fact, the light from your projector can bounce around the room and reduce your projected image quality! (That\u2019s why theaters are commonly painted black.)<\/p>\n<p>Hardcore home theaters often use <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/117876\/what-is-an-alr-projector-screen-and-why-would-you-want-one\/\">ALR projection screens to reduce the impact of ambient or reflected light. These screens are extremely expensive, and they\u2019re usually overkill. I\u2019m only mentioning ALR screens to put things in perspective\u2014installing a projector is a complicated job!<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_May_Have_Trouble_with_External_Speakers\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">You May Have Trouble with External Speakers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-144786\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2023\/02\/4889d48b.png\" alt=\"A closeup of the Sonos Beam soundbar\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/841636\/sonos-beam-gen-2-review\/\">Kris Wouk \/ Review Geek<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Owning a projector gives you instant access to a cinematic viewing experience. But if you want cinematic audio, you need external speakers. While some projectors have built-in soundbars (which are surprisingly decent), the vast majority of projectors use awful little speakers that sound terrible and distort at high volumes.<\/p>\n<p>Connecting speakers to your TV is a relatively easy task. And the same is true for projectors\u2014simply pair your projector with an A\/V receiver or soundbar over an HDMI cable. If your projector has an optical output (many do not), you could also use powered speakers or a basic amplifier, although these options will be limited to stereo audio.<\/p>\n<p>So, what\u2019s the problem? Well, unless you own an ultra-short throw projector (which sits right against the screen or wall), you need to run some long cables to get this stuff working. Just think for a second; your projector sits on one side of the room, while all your speakers need to be on the opposite side.<\/p>\n<p>The solution is to run a long HDMI or optical cable across the entire room (or through the inside of your walls and ceiling). In a large room, this is an expensive and exhausting task, especially if your family is picky about how things should look (which is almost always the case).<\/p>\n<p>For example, I have a 35-foot HDMI cable running around the corners of my living room ceiling, hidden by cable runners (which I screwed into the wall due to weight concerns). It wasn\u2019t a cheap investment, it was a pain to install, and when I move, I\u2019ll need to take everything down and patch up a ton of holes.<\/p>\n<p>I should note that some projectors support Bluetooth audio. And, of course, you could always use wireless HDMI hardware to avoid long cables. But these solutions are somewhat unreliable and can introduce audiovisual latency, so they aren\u2019t <em>ideal<\/em> in a home theater setting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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