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Decent quality for the price. Great picture, but a few drawbacks.

Advantages: VERY good picture quality + vibrant/rich colour reproduction.
Disadvantages: Noise levels, slight blur when watching fast moving objects.

Well, after scouring the internet for reviews on this projector, I decided to buy one. I picked it up for a great price (AUD$550 ex demo model). I wouldnt consider myself a projector expert by any means, but I've seen a fair few in action. The connectivity of this unit is pretty good. I use this projector instead of a TV at home, and predominantly use the component connections. With a good set of Belkin shilded leads, the picture is very crisp with ...
...much better than any LCD projectors I've seen. I've also run video through the composite connections and the quality is not too bad at all. I've never run the unit through the VGA port but I would imagine it would not be too bad. The projector is set up about 2.5-3m away from the wall and works quite comfortably without maxing out the zoom to a minimum. (Some projectors I've seen have to be at least 3m away to get a decent picture...**cough...optoma**). ...

aw11roman 03.08.2009 · Read full review
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Review of HP Digital Projector Vp6120

A Portable Device With A Great Display

Advantages: Bright Clear display
Disadvantages: Quite Expensive, Not quiet

The HP MP3130 digital light processing (DLP) projector differs from most others in the market as it sits vertically rather than horizontally. HP's reasoning behind this is that, if placed on a table, it will be able to rise above the coffee cups and notebooks. Weighing less than 2kg, it's also extremely portable. Buttons and sockets are clearly labelled on the unit and it comes complete with a remote control. The remote feels a little delicate, ...
...easier on the eye. It's also capable of automatically adjusting the vertical keystone correction. Cheaper projectors are available but few will be able to match the clarity and the brightness of the MP3130. If you're prepared to shell out the cash, this HP DLP projector gets the job done. ...

earningmoney 02.10.2005 · Read full review
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Review of HP Digital Projector Mp3130

Great, with a few hiccups..

Advantages: Great picture quality, especially from HD sources..
Disadvantages: few niggles, poor power connection

...back after a recommendation for optoma DLP projectors. Was also reasonably priced for a HD projection system. Have this hooked up to my PS3 though its HDMI connection at present and it works like a dream, the picture quality is amazing in HD. Watching Bluerays is like being in the cinema. It is possible to use during the day as long as it is not too bright and the projected surface is not in direct light. Have also connected via my laptop and the ...
...slight problem with the power cable, loose connection, however I got this replaced and has caused me no problems since. The projector has also kept telling me the bulb is reaching the end of its useful life, so I bought a new bulb. however it is still working 6 months after warning me. In my opinion it is a great little projector for home cinema use. ...

chile_cactus 11.11.2009 · Read full review

Review of Optoma ThemeScene HD65

Mini LED Projector with USB connectivity!

Advantages: LED bulb, quick on quick off, USB connectivity
Disadvantages: Wish it was offered in multiple colors

...that’s when I found the BenQ GP1. Of course, you can’t compare the performance between the GP1 and the HD20, but I got to say, for the price you pay for the GP1 and the size and weight of it, it really is an amazing mini projector. Although only with 100 lumens, it is 100 lumens of LED (RGB not white) lamination, and I must say if you compare it with standard LCD or DLP 100 lumens, the LED’s 100 lumens are quite a few multiples higher. And the device ...
...Another great thing is that the GP1, being LED, is able to have instant on/off capabilities, which saves a lot of time. And you can forget about changing bulbs, as LED bulbs will last at least 20,000 hours. The best part about the GP1 is that it comes equipped with a USB port and I also bought the extra adapter for iPod /iPhone connectivity so I could just plug in my iPhone and play movies onto the wall whenever and wherever I want. That’s the great ...

Fairton11 27.10.2009 · Read full review
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Review of BenQ Joybee GP1

happy owner

Advantages: see above
Disadvantages: see above

The Joybee is definitely my favorite and most useful tool I've come upon in a long time. In a world where portability is becoming more and more important (and I travel quite a bit), it's also gotten me through quite a few tough spots. I often carry it in my briefcase and use it on the road. I frequently put movies and sports on my flash drive and hook up my Joybee on the train to get through the commute and catch up on my football. One great example ...
...weeks ago. I was in a client's office and, instead of crowding around his 24 inch monitor to look through some slides, I pulled it out of my bag and we projected the powerpoint on the wall to the tune of about three times that size. The projection quality is great, the resolution allows you to read text easily and videos and slides look really good, and it's bright enough for pretty much anywhere not in direct sunlight. It doesn't hurt that you don't ...

travelinman 15.10.2009 · Read full review
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Review of BenQ Joybee GP1