Projectors for computers

Panasonic ETLAE1000

For business use or a true theater experience at home, a multimedia (LCD or DLP) projector can be connected to a DVD or VCR player, cable or satellite TV receiver, video game console, camcorder, or computer. HDTV capable projectors which offer highest quality images are now becoming more affordable.

Business projectors require portability, so the lighter weight models that are compatible with the resolution of the source (such as a notebook computer) are usually best for that purpose, although other factors such as image brightness and the kind of projection screen used are also considerations. Ceiling mounts are available for permanent installations.

Home theater projector choices are not limited by weight, so other features such as native or widescreen format, pixel resolution, brightness and contrast levels, available room size, and cost are more important. Additional equipment, such as a projection screen, will enhance the home theater experience.

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) projectors tend to be brighter and have more color intensity. In addition, LCos (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) models are a new technology that have exceptional contrast levels. Generally less expensive than DLP models.

DLP (Digital Light Processing) projectors have pixels that are close together, important for smother video images with higher contrasts. They require fewer components, so are usually more portable.

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