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    looking for cheap projector around $200 for xbox360

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by mrcapslock, Sep 9, 2009.

  1. mrcapslock

    mrcapslock Notebook Consultant

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    I'm trying to buy a good projector around $200 for xbox360 (planning to play resident evil 5 coop split screen). does anybody have any suggestions?
     
    mrcapslock, Sep 9, 2009
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    ViciousXUSMC Master Viking NBR Reviewer

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    Id be looking for a HD projector but they are not that cheap, for $200 you can probably find a budget SD projector but not sure you will be happy with the results for a xbox360.

    My highest recommendation goes to the Optoma HD65 for about $600 its a 1280x720 HD projector of outstanding quality.
     
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    mrcapslock Notebook Consultant

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    i saw some projectors on ebay for like $300 from a powerseller. does anybody know anything about that?
     
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    ViciousXUSMC Master Viking NBR Reviewer

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    That is a bit vague dont you think?

    He could be selling a few candles in a shoe box with a mirror in it for all we know.
     
    ViciousXUSMC, Sep 10, 2009
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    Euquility Notebook Deity

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    lol

    give us some links so we can see what you are talking about
     
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    i don't recommend using projectors for games , especially for gamers who play alot , those protectors have a limited number of life time hours
     
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    I do because gaming on them is awesome, whats the point in having something if your not going to use it?

    I wouldn't let your monitor idle all day while web surfing or something, thats wasting hours but playing a game or watching a movie is what these things are for.

    If the limited life of the bulb is an issue that means its not time for you to get a projector yet.

    I already have parted out a DIY projector on ebay & craiglist for under $100 for full HD and it uses a overhead projector for the light source so replacement bulbs are like $5 online or $20 brand new in a store.

    I do think they price gouge with the cost of prefab projector bulbs, upwards of $200 or even more for a bulb sounds ridiculous.
     
    ViciousXUSMC, Sep 10, 2009
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