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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 […]Read More
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 […]Read More
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 […]Read More
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, […]Read More
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. […]Read More
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Benefits of Using AV in the Classroom
Audio-visual (AV) devices, such as projectors, are used in various industries, including education. There are many advantages to using AV devices in the classroom, as they can produce high-quality images and keep students engaged. This guide will summarise the most highlighted benefits of using AV projectors in the classroom. But before we get into it, […]
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Everything You Need To Know About HDR
HDR is one of those terms you might hear thrown about without much explanation. Indeed, it does relate to image quality, but the specifics of how HDR does (or doesn’t) impact projector image quality are not always clear to everyone. Like many technological terms that indicate a very specific function or capacity, it’s good to […]
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HDMI Cable Bandwidth: Which Ones To Buy
There’s a lot to consider when buying a new projector. Sometimes, the jargon can get in the way of making a final decision for the best projector for your home, office or pub. We’ve tried to break down an important aspect of projector technology, bandwidth, to help make your life a little easier. What is […]
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How Bright Should My Projector Be?
Every home cinema or meeting room environment is unique. While projectors can be used in a variety of locations, it’s important to determine the projector light level necessary to provide a quality image. The amount of light provided by any projector is an important factor in determining the visibility of the image produced, as well […]
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A Guide To HDBaseT – What It Is and Do You Need It?
The emerging technology known as HDBaseT seems to be the ultimate solution for consolidating multiple AV signal transmissions over a single cable. Yes, you heard it right, just one cable! Essentially, it allows multiple signals to be transmitted over a low-cost CAT 6 cable or above, allowing for uncompressed high-definition video, audio, Ethernet, control signals […]
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Can an iPad connect to a projector?
It’s a fact that connecting an iPad to a projector can be impressive, not to mention the useful functionality in the office. More and more companies are realising the benefits of using visual aids to improve meetings and collaboration potential and more companies are adopting bring your own device policies too. These two facts have […]
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Laser Projectors: What Are They and Are They Any Good?
Today’s tech industry has developed something of a reputation for developing new technology just for another excuse to ramp up the prices. There’s been some concern that projector manufacturers have taken this angle with laser projection. But we don’t think so. They’re not right for everyone, but laser projectors have some huge benefits over old […]
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Projector Screen or Wall: Which Is Better?
After you buy a projector, you must decide whether to use a projector screen or a bare wall. The goal is to get a clear projected image. Although you can use a wall or a projector screen to project an image, a bare wall reflects light less than a screen. Therefore, a wall negatively affects […]
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Projectors vs Displays: What’s Best for Your Meeting Room?
When choosing a display for your meeting or conference room, you may find yourself caught up in the projector vs. display system debate. To make the right decision, you need to weigh the pros and cons of each. Fortunately, our guide below covers everything you need to know about projectors and display systems, so you […]
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Pico vs portable: Which one to choose?
For some people, portability just isn’t a factor when buying a projector. But for those that require more flexibility from their device in terms of where and how it’s used, it’s worth thinking carefully about just how portable you need your projector to be. Panasonic recently introduced the PT-RQ13K to the market – the world’s […]
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Projectors vs TVs: The key pros and cons
Those who have watched a movie in a cinema have once or twice marvelled at the big-sized and high-quality cinema screen. What if it was possible to acquire such an immersive experience inside the comfort of your home at roughly the same cost as a comparable TV? TVs have been popular for the last few […]
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Short Throw Vs Long Throw Projectors
When looking for your ideal projector in the market, there are specific questions you need to address. However, one of the most confusing questions you will encounter is: should you get a short-throw or a long-throw projector? As with any projector, choosing between a short- or long-throw projector depends on several variables. These include space, […]
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