Advice
Welcome to our Advice section. Our expert articles offer tips and information for both novice and seasoned projector users. Learn projector terminology and get the best out of your equipment. Explore our range of advice articles below to enhance your knowledge today.
Projector Advice Guide
There’s such a wide choice of projectors available, we thought you might need some help working out which is best for you. So here’s a guide to the features you should look out for. Brightness Brightness is becoming less important as projectors get more advanced. It’s measured in ‘ANSI lumens’. Most projectors released in the […]Read More
Education Projector Advice
With such a vast array of products on the market, it can be tricky to know where to start when looking for a new classroom projector. But choosing a new school projector doesn’t need to be a daunting task, just make sure you know what you’re looking out for. Whatever your budget and requirements, our […]Read More
Projector Brightness
When selecting from the huge range of projectors available here at Projectorpoint you might be wondering if brighter is better? Brightness isn’t the only factor affecting image quality, you’ve got projector resolution, contrast, video processing rate and more to consider. But brightness is one of the things you usually end up paying more for, so […]Read More
Sound Bar Vs Surround Sound
The choice between the use of a sound bar or a full surround sound installation isn’t an easy one to make. But if you’re looking at buying a projector for the visual requirements of your home cinema system, it’s well worth giving some thought to your investment in a decent audio setup too. Sound bars […]Read More
Greener AV: How Your Tech Choices Can Help You Go Green
If you work in a business, school, university or healthcare setting, chances are you use AV (Audio Visual) equipment everyday things like projectors, screens and displays. But did you know that the right AV choices can actually help you reduce your organisation’s carbon footprint and support the UK Government’s Net Zero 2050 goals? It’s not […]Read More
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Guide To Outdoor Displays
Outdoor displays are a fantastic investment, especially for those who love spending time outside. They’re perfect for various locations, including gardens, pubs, corporate spaces, and event venues, where large groups can gather to enjoy a shared viewing experience. Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard get-together, setting up a display at a local pub for sports […]
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A Guide To Simulation Projectors
Simulation projectors aren’t just tools but gateways to worlds where precision, immersion, and realism are key. Whether for training, education, or entertainment, these projectors elevate the experience, making them indispensable in their respective fields. In today’s fast-paced world, the need for effective training solutions is more critical than ever. Whether for aviation, automotive, military, or […]
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Choosing The Right Conference Room Screen Size
When it comes to screen size, there’s a natural inclination to follow the old adage of “bigger is better”. And while in the majority of cases this is true, the reality of things is a bit more complicated. This guide looks at how to calculate the right dimensions for your space and use, and demonstrates […]
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Home Cinema Projector Advice
Setting up your own home cinema has never been as easy or affordable as it is now. However, projectors tend to be optimised either for PC use or for home cinema, and very few truly excel at both. So if you’re considering investing, it’s worth knowing what to look out for in a brilliant home […]
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Screen vs Wall: The True Value of Projector Screens
By the time you’ve put in the time, effort and money of buying a decent projector, it can be ask if it’s really worth going through all the research and making the extra spend to buy a projector screen as well. After all – a screen is a flat, white background – how different can […]
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Event Projectors
Whether you’re a mobile DJ looking for a projector to add some visuals to your set or an event organiser managing wedding venues and other gatherings, choosing the right projector is a tricky task. For most people, it’s the variety of different working environments you could be operating from that proves to be the biggest […]
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Types of laser projectors
More and more projectors are entering the market using lamp-free light sources. These types of projectors are known as solid-state light sources, SSL, or just Laser Projectors. SSL or laser projectors are light-producing systems made up of either LED devices or Laser. So what does this mean? Well, laser projectors are projectors with light-producing systems […]
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Place Of Worship Projector Advice
Looking to add a new projector to your place of worship? We can help! If your congregation has 100 or more people, it’s essential to have a projector that can display bright, clear images without causing eye strain. Our guide offers recommendations for the best projectors for places of worship. But before we get into […]
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Outdoor Projection Advice
Looking to screen the big football match, other sporting events or a movie? Projectors are versatile tools that can be used indoors or outdoors, depending on your needs. There are many aspects to consider when you think of using a projector outside during the day, such as the ANSI lumens rating of your projector, the […]
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Different types of Touchscreens
The method of sensing touch can vary according to the manufacturer and the technology they adopt, the main ones being Infrared (most widely used), Optical (camera based), Resistive and capacitive. Without going into too much detail they work as follows: Infrared An infrared touchscreen uses an array of X-Y infrared LED and photodetector pairs around […]
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4K UHD Projector Screens
In addition to our range of standard projector screens, here at ProjectorPoint we advise on, supply and if required install high-performance screens tailor-made for HD and 4K UHD content. Whether you need a custom screen size with extended black drops, acoustically transparent screen material, or even a custom colour choice for the screen casing finish, […]
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Advice guide – How To Guides
Ever wondered how to replace the lamp in your projector or perhaps clean it’s filter? Or maybe you want to connect your projector to your Windows or Apple MAC laptop but were not sure how to do it? Below we have put together a few simple how to guide’s which contain a straightforward step-by-step process. […]
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