Is a short throw projector absolutely necessary? Has anybody used a regular projector instead?
814614
If it's important to you that the image spans the entire impact screen, then maybe you need one. I use a regular projector and in my opinion it doesn't take away from the experience at all.
814615
It depends in how much space you have and if you use a regular projector you might get get in the way of the image and see your shadow on the screen..it could work but depends on your situation...shot throw can be mounted closer to the screen so you don't get in the way of the image
299258
A projector is not needed. The remote acts the same as the space bar or page-up/page-down keys and more if you are running something like PowerPoint.Good luck.
1624758
Yes. I would also call this more of an "Ultra Short Throw" projector given that it is best installed at roughly 2 feet away from the wall it is projecting on to.
1589361
Yeah!!.. Maybe space would be ok, you wanna spend money? buy this thing.. otherwise look for another projector (maybe a little more expensive, but operational)
542393
Yes, you will need a projector. The higher the resolution and lumins. The better the picture quality will be.
1300749
Picture quality is awesome. However- not sure about your setup, but a short throw doesn't make much sense for an outdoor projector. Also not sure about brightness for outdoors, since there tends to be a lot of light outside that you can't control. Probably safer to look elsewhere.
2095345
Yes, I'm sure you'll be very happy with the results! This is an excellent projector, only issue might be that the focus and shift are done manually. So you'll have to leave your ladder up to do the final setup,
515915
I agree it is a great projector. If your computer has a DVD payer, you don't need a separate DVD player: just connect the projector to the computer.
1649409
Yes. I use the same exact set up. Just remember that it's a short throw projector and will need to be about 5ft (give or take) away from the screen.
756502
My opinion is that this projector is too bright for a personal home theater. I use it in very large conference rooms. For a home theater, I would use something like an Epson 1760W. It has a great picture and won't over power the room.
1508097
Personally I dont have one and I didnt even know that one could use a remote with this projector, what would you need it for?
1905312
Hello. In my experience the picopix projector is very useful but only in dark places. I am also a teacher and my classroom has very big and wide windows without courtins so i havent been able to use it as much as i would have wanted.
636540
Yes. But, id advise you to find a cheaper projector if thats all you want to use it for. This is a top notch projector and if you wanted it for home viewing and portability out to the driveway then great. If its just for driveway use save yourself some money and get a cheap couple hundred dollar projector.
1808822
Maybe... you are right. Any way 80 ANSI (Is it ture? I don't kow) not enogh to use the projector at day. I can be used for only night.
34807
I've never used the projector over it's maximum distance, but it has worked very well in medium sized conference or meeting rooms. It is bright enough that the room need not be totally darkened. Low lighting in the room still allows for a clear picture on the screen.
971382
Using presentation material will work. The projector shoots whatever is on your screen. Just open the file and maximize the screen coverage. Works the same way like with a movie.
631458
No, it is too light and there was a sturdier one that actually came with the projector. I should have returned it.