Just ordered my first projector

[mjw21a]

Ok, so IU've just ordered my first projector: A Wemax ONE Pro short throw projector. Have done a little research and ordered an inexpensive 110" fixed projector screen (our home has wood panelling).

Really looking forward to trying this out..... I rather hope I can figure out a way to use the speakers built into the Wemax for just the centre speaker rather than everything and control via my 5.1 AVR.

 

[swechsler]

Really looking forward to trying this out..... I rather hope I can figure out a way to use the speakers built into the Wemax for just the centre speaker rather than everything and control via my 5.1 AVR.

I wouldn't is the built-in speakers at all. Speakers built into projectors are rarely more than an afterthought, and there's no way they'll match your front speakers. The center is where the majority of the dialogue comes from, so don't skimp - find an appropriate speaker from the same series as your mains.

 

[mjw21a]

Really comes down to whether the Dali Ikon Vokal will fit. The projector needs to sit where it normally is.

 

[uofmtiger]

Really comes down to whether the Dali Ikon Vokal will fit. The projector needs to sit where it normally is.

I look forward to your review (and hopefully pics) after you get it set up. I have a projector that I pull out of our storage ottoman every time we watch a movie. The picture is great, but I would love a permanent solution without having to calibrate it every time or mounting it (which is a no-go). Is this a short throw or ultra short throw. I think I would need an ultra short throw.

 

[mjw21a]

It's an ultra short throw. Picture quality is fantastic. I ended up sitting it on top of the centre speaker.

Setup was a little clunky. Pretty average interface and Android apps fail to install. No biggie, I moved things so the HDMI inputs were the first thing on the interface

 

[uofmtiger]

I look forward to your review (and hopefully pics) after you get it set up. I have a projector that I pull out of our storage ottoman every time we watch a movie. The picture is great, but I would love a permanent solution without having to calibrate it every time or mounting it (which is a no-go). Is this a short throw or ultra short throw. I think I would need an ultra short throw.

We found a solution for my current setup that allows me to keep the 5040UB projector in one place and not have to take a lot of time with the setup each time we use it. I found an ottoman with a shelf on the bottom and we just keep the projector there. I ran an ethernet cable through the attic and bought an ethernet to HDMI box that works with 4k HDR on a 165 foot run (mine is 150 feet). We have watched movies nearly every night now that I only need to pull down the screen and turn on the projector.

 

[twiiii]

You're going to find the lighting in the room, and the screen you choose are just as important as the projector.

 

[PianotunerNJ]

Well, today is my 50th birthday, and my awesome little brother made it special by sending me a new projector, my first one too. I didn’t pick it, but I’m happy so far. It’s an Optoma HD27HDR. It’s a 1080P native, but it’s HDR compatible so your device sees it as a 4K and feeds it the HDR signal. It’s Picture isremarkably sharp at 90” and the HDR definitely kicks it up a notch. I got an Amazon fire stick 4K for it, looks great. Also, it’s 3D capable which I’m a fan of. I ordered a 120” screen with legs, and 3D gear, and I’m in early stages of building a deck. After deck is done it will make a nice movie night situation out there. Right now I’m watching it on a bed sheet in my cave, but it’s pretty impressive on that so I assume a screen should bump it up a bit. It’s a fun toy. I did update the firmware too, I think a lot of people forgo stuff like that and then end up with unsatisfactory results, just saying, check for updates, right?

 

[uofmtiger]

Well, today is my 50th birthday, and my awesome little brother made it special by sending me a new projector, my first one too. I didn’t pick it, but I’m happy so far. It’s an Optoma HD27HDR. It’s a 1080P native, but it’s HDR compatible so your device sees it as a 4K and feeds it the HDR signal. It’s Picture isremarkably sharp at 90” and the HDR definitely kicks it up a notch. I got an Amazon fire stick 4K for it, looks great. Also, it’s 3D capable which I’m a fan of. I ordered a 120” screen with legs, and 3D gear, and I’m in early stages of building a deck. After deck is done it will make a nice movie night situation out there. Right now I’m watching it on a bed sheet in my cave, but it’s pretty impressive on that so I assume a screen should bump it up a bit. It’s a fun toy. I did update the firmware too, I think a lot of people forgo stuff like that and then end up with unsatisfactory results, just saying, check for updates, right?

That is an awesome brother!
Have fun! We have definitely been enjoying the setup now that it is so easy to get up and running. I also like 3D but don’t have enough content with it. We stream most of the time these days and I am not aware of a 3D option.

Speaking of the Firestick, it is the only device that works with my Epson for both 4k and HDR with the streaming services (I have tested my Roku and Appletv and no luck with HDR). Hard to believe, since it was the cheapest of the bunch.

I also have a separate 1080p projector that I am planning to use out by the pool this summer. I already have a 100 inch screen with a tripod mount that I was using in my living room. Lots of fun, especially since we are spending so much time at home these days. I passed on getting one of those large outdoor blow screens to review and now I regret it. Hopefully the 100 inch will be plenty for the patio area. I am just waiting to get electricity out there and that should be done by the end of next weekend.

 

[PianotunerNJ]

That is an awesome brother!
Have fun! We have definitely been enjoying the setup now that it is so easy to get up and running. I also like 3D but don’t have enough content with it. We stream most of the time these days and I am not aware of a 3D option.

Speaking of the Firestick, it is the only device that works with my Epson for both 4k and HDR with the streaming services (I have tested my Roku and Appletv and no luck with HDR). Hard to believe, since it was the cheapest of the bunch.

I also have a separate 1080p projector that I am planning to use out by the pool this summer. I already have a 100 inch screen with a tripod mount that I was using in my living room. Lots of fun, especially since we are spending so much time at home these days. I passed on getting one of those large outdoor blow screens to review and now I regret it. Hopefully the 100 inch will be plenty for the patio area. I am just waiting to get electricity out there and that should be done by the end of next weekend.

ive been collecting 3D movies for 10 years and I have about 50 of them. I’ve had a few 3 D TVs, passive LG, Active Sony, both nice, but the projector does a better job than both. Closest is passive system on 4K oled, which is great, but somehow the DLP is better at eliminating artifacts related to displaying 3D. So, even though the overall picture doesn’t match up to a high end TV, the fact that the 3 D is so clean makes it way more believable and immersive. Glasses (active) are pretty cheap now too, although I already have a bunch from the Sony and they work withRF emitter dongle for projector. I got Xpand brand emitter.

Despite the resolution, adding the HDR makes this as enjoyable to watch as my 65” Sony 4K which was a flagship $3000 TV in 2016. I finally received my 120” screen and in a dark room it looks fantastic. I also have a smaller 72” screen that looks phenomenal due to tight image saturation. I always wanted a projector, and now that we’re stuck home for the summer, it’s become a fun addition to our home. I’m building a deck to enjoy it on, hopefully in 3/4 more weeks I’ll be out there doing just that. Unless of course building the deck kills me, and it might, lol.

 

[uofmtiger]

ive been collecting 3D movies for 10 years and I have about 50 of them. I’ve had a few 3 D TVs, passive LG, Active Sony, both nice, but the projector does a better job than both. Closest is passive system on 4K oled, which is great, but somehow the DLP is better at eliminating artifacts related to displaying 3D. So, even though the overall picture doesn’t match up to a high end TV, the fact that the 3 D is so clean makes it way more believable and immersive. Glasses (active) are pretty cheap now too, although I already have a bunch from the Sony and they work withRF emitter dongle for projector. I got Xpand brand emitter.

Despite the resolution, adding the HDR makes this as enjoyable to watch as my 65” Sony 4K which was a flagship $3000 TV in 2016. I finally received my 120” screen and in a dark room it looks fantastic. I also have a smaller 72” screen that looks phenomenal due to tight image saturation. I always wanted a projector, and now that we’re stuck home for the summer, it’s become a fun addition to our home. I’m building a deck to enjoy it on, hopefully in 3/4 more weeks I’ll be out there doing just that. Unless of course building the deck kills me, and it might, lol.

LOL We put in a new deck in February. The old one was rotting, but we will probably use this on our patio area since we have a table and chairs with umbrella, hot tub, grills, etc that would get in the way on the deck. I guess we will see and adjust accordingly. Hopefully, I will get the first test next weekend if weather holds up.

I only have a few 3D movies, I added the Netflix DVD sub to my Netflix account over the weekend hoping to get more 3D, but not much to choose from there, either. Seems that 3D never really caught on. I think it is pretty cool for some movies, so it is too bad it isn't more mainstream.

 

[PianotunerNJ]

Yeah, it’s fading. I thing when glasses free tech is polished a bit it will be back. Seems the 8k screens are well suited for the glasses free system so, hopefully it returns.

 

[uofmtiger]

Yeah, it’s fading. I thing when glasses free tech is polished a bit it will be back. Seems the 8k screens are well suited for the glasses free system so, hopefully it returns.

Yes, I think the glasses are the main issue. I have to charge them or replace batteries nearly every time we watch a 3d movie, though that it isn't all that often, so they seem to run down when not in use. Still worth it when I run across an interesting 3D feature, though.

Not sure I will be switching to 8k anytime soon. I would need a larger room to take advantage of it. Pretty happy with 4k and and "faux K".

 

[PianotunerNJ]

I think the thing about 8K is really about big screens and exclusive tech like the glasses free 3D. I doubt there will be much need for 8K content anytime soon and there probably won’t be consumer level 8K TVs too soon, except for the big 100” or bigger screens. Frankly, this economic downturn might slow down the release of some new technology if people aren’t buying stuff so much.

Following up on projector talk, I had my first outdoor viewing on 120” screen last night and it was a blast. I haven’t seen other projectors in the price range of the one I have, but for six bills, I can’t imagine not being thrilled with this Optoma. And for my first experience with DLP technology, I am very impressed, super film like and at 120” you can watch from 9/10 feet away and it’s crisp and clear, better resolution and saturation then the local theaters IMHO.

The only issue is that it’s not dark till 9:00 and the sound could turn in to a problem at some point. I do live in a spread out neighborhood so it’s doable, but I still worry about being a disturbance after 10PM. I’ll try to keep it to Friday/Saturday night viewings. Maybe I get a Bluetooth dongle and encourage some wireless sound when it’s just 2 or 3 of us watching. For the price though, an Optoma HD27HDR projector and an Amazon Firestick 4K ($40) gives you amazing picture quality and functionality, add a big screen and an amp and speakers (Even a soundbar or computer speakers, though I’m using an old stereo receiver and pair of 12” Peavey PA speakers) and for about $1k you have a really nice backyard theater.

If I have one issue with the projector, it’s that the only audio out is a stereo line out, no digital, so no surround sound from projector, but as a straight monitor, with sound handled by a receiver in the chain, it’s fantastic. On a 4K receiver, it’s a bargain for sure, no compromises. Considering a true 4K projector is still pretty expensive, I can’t see doing much better than this as a stopgap substitute.

 

[uofmtiger]

I think the thing about 8K is really about big screens and exclusive tech like the glasses free 3D. I doubt there will be much need for 8K content anytime soon and there probably won’t be consumer level 8K TVs too soon, except for the big 100” or bigger screens. Frankly, this economic downturn might slow down the release of some new technology if people aren’t buying stuff so much.

Following up on projector talk, I had my first outdoor viewing on 120” screen last night and it was a blast. I haven’t seen other projectors in the price range of the one I have, but for six bills, I can’t imagine not being thrilled with this Optoma. And for my first experience with DLP technology, I am very impressed, super film like and at 120” you can watch from 9/10 feet away and it’s crisp and clear, better resolution and saturation then the local theaters IMHO.

The only issue is that it’s not dark till 9:00 and the sound could turn in to a problem at some point. I do live in a spread out neighborhood so it’s doable, but I still worry about being a disturbance after 10PM. I’ll try to keep it to Friday/Saturday night viewings. Maybe I get a Bluetooth dongle and encourage some wireless sound when it’s just 2 or 3 of us watching. For the price though, an Optoma HD27HDR projector and an Amazon Firestick 4K ($40) gives you amazing picture quality and functionality, add a big screen and an amp and speakers (Even a soundbar or computer speakers, though I’m using an old stereo receiver and pair of 12” Peavey PA speakers) and for about $1k you have a really nice backyard theater.

If I have one issue with the projector, it’s that the only audio out is a stereo line out, no digital, so no surround sound from projector, but as a straight monitor, with sound handled by a receiver in the chain, it’s fantastic. On a 4K receiver, it’s a bargain for sure, no compromises. Considering a true 4K projector is still pretty expensive, I can’t see doing much better than this as a stopgap substitute.

My project of watching movies in the yard got pushed back to this coming weekend because my handyman/electrician had an issue with running the electric that got resolved on Monday.

My Epson 2040 has a built in speaker, so I am going to try that out first. I have Bluetooth speakers of every size around here that also have a line in, so if it doesn't give us enough sound, I may go that route. I have a receiver in my sunroom that has speakers that aim outside (I also ran speaker wire outside if I want to move my speakers out there). It has an Airport Express connected, so if I have to, I will use an AppleTV out there for movies and send the sound to the Airport Express using Airplay. However, like you said, the main issue will be watching late in the evening and it being an annoyance to neighbors, so I am going to see what we can live with as far as audio before I go that route. That might be something to do in the fall, though.

Right now, I will just using a 100 inch tripod screen and setting this up on our patio. If we use it a lot, I may go with a bigger screen that is meant for outdoors next year. As for 8k, I hope it brings with it more 3D movies!

 

[uofmtiger]

We watched our first movie outside last night. While we just used the Epson’s built in speaker, it wasn’t loud enough for my tastes. With the air conditioning, pool pump (Which I turned off), and apparently a squirrel or birds flapping around, and someone doing fireworks nearby, lots of extra noise to compete with. I will connect it to one of my Bluetooth speakers next time and it will be a bit closer to us and louder, so that should help.

I also discovered that the 100 inch screen size feels smaller outside than inside. Not sure why, but when the stand/screen I am using wears out, I am going to look for something larger.

We were blessed with a night without much breeze which resulted in a fantastic picture. Though, we did end up outside past midnight and then I had all the stuff the stuff to put away, so it is a late night commitment. We will definitely do it again, but I think we will use it more when the days are shorter.

 

[PianotunerNJ]

When my days get short, it gets cold out, but yeah it is a late night in the summer. Still, I’ve done a couple of movies outside and it’s pretty fun. I went with 120” screen because I feared I could look washed out if it was too big but I might have gone 130” or 150” after I’ve seen it now.

 

[uofmtiger]

When my days get short, it gets cold out, but yeah it is a late night in the summer. Still, I’ve done a couple of movies outside and it’s pretty fun. I went with 120” screen because I feared I could look washed out if it was too big but I might have gone 130” or 150” after I’ve seen it now.

Yeah, I am considering the same size. The picture was perfect, but I think it could handle a bit larger. I can't go too big without changing where we watch it, though.

One note is that I doubt we will watch very many movies out there that rely a lot on sound (action movies, for example). Even with a separate speaker, I would miss something without the sub and all the speakers. That being said, there are plenty of movies that don't need the surround as much.

 

[PianotunerNJ]

Honestly, the stereo setup outside is pretty good considering how simple it is. Getting surround to work outdoors in a temporary setup seems like a pain. I’m still building my deck but once it’s done I plan to do more outdoor movies.

 

[uofmtiger]

Honestly, the stereo setup outside is pretty good considering how simple it is. Getting surround to work outdoors in a temporary setup seems like a pain. I’m still building my deck but once it’s done I plan to do more outdoor movies.

Personally, the bigger issue for me is neighbors and watching so late. I could run stereo out there pretty easily since I already have speaker cables run to the area, but would need to keep the volume fairly low. Not sure how to resolve the issue other than choosing what we watch out there based on what we expect from the soundtrack.