[simpits-tech] Projectors

[Marv De Beque]

When I do buy a projector I am planning to budget $2000.  I doubt that I
will find a good one for much less.  You may find some used ones from office
leasing supply companies or something.  However, you really have no idea how
much bulb life is left.

Prices will eventually fall as time goes on.
-- 


> From: Matt Bailey <mattb@rtccom.net>
> Reply-To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
> Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2002 23:22:43 -0500
> To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
> Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] Projectors
> 
> Coincidentally, I saw one of these in action for the first time
> today...an algebra instructor had a calculator hooked up to what I
> assume was a purpose-built panel. It appeared to be monochrome and low
> res like the calculator but the idea fascinated me. I'd heard of them
> never really considered them as viable display solutions, I figured they
> were too hard/pricey to get.
> 
> About how much would a decent used one cost, at 1024x768 res? I'd
> already thought about getting an old used overheaed projector for the
> fresnel lens etc. Hmmmmm think I need to go browsing...
> 
> -Matt Bailey
> 
> Gene Buckle wrote:
>> 
>> Don't forget LCD projector *panels*.  They'll use an existing overhead
>> projector.  Those typically have a bulb replacement cost of under $80.
>> This is what I'm using with my F-15.
>> 
>> g.
>> 
>> On Thu, 3 Oct 2002, Marv De Beque wrote:
>> 
>>> Don't waste time or money with anything else but 1024 by 768 pixel native
>>> resolution.
>>> 
>>> The largest expense is bulb replacement.  Make sure you research how many
>>> hours they last and the cost of replacement.  Bulbs are VERY expensive (read
>>> many hundreds of dollars), but some are cheaper than others.  Life span of
>>> bulbs is another factor.  Do your homework.
>>> 
>>> Initial purchase price is one thing, but if you use it enough, operational
>>> costs can exceed the purchase price or at least put a serious dent in your
>>> budget.
>>> --
>>> 
>>> 
>>>> From: dphens <dphens@nc.rr.com>
>>>> Reply-To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>>>> Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2002 10:41:12 -0700 (PDT)
>>>> To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>>>> Subject: [simpits-tech] Projectors
>>>> 
>>>> Hi all,
>>>> 
>>>> I'm looking into projectors and thought someone here might have some
>>>> reccomendations/advice. Due to budget constraints, I need to go as cheap as
>>>> possible, but still have a nice picture. I have actually found a CRT
>>>> projector for under $1k. Anyone know of any disadvantages with a CRT versus
>>>> the LCD projectors?
>>>> 
>>>> Thanks!
>>>> 
>>>> Dave
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