The age of digital entertainment is now upon us and it is an exciting time to have a home entertainment system. With at least up to ten great shows every year and more good shows under the hood, anyone can find something to like, something to hate, and something to fill hours. In addition, streaming shows is a complete convenience and enhances the viewing experience. Streaming brought a big leap in improvement when it comes to showing quality. With the quality more detailed than ever, the demand for better viewing options also grew.

In setting up a home entertainment system, people often ask what kind of display should they take in their living room. Currently, the two most popular options are flat screen or projector screen. People would usually opt for a flat screen because it is the traditional choice when it comes to watching television shows. However, there are a lot of reasons why your home entertainment system would be better off with a projector.

The Hard Decision: Projector vs. Flat Screen

There are a lot of reasons why people will choose a flat screen TV for their entertainment needs. One of the reasons is because it is already a complete package with audio and video output both installed in the same device. In addition, a flat screen television is easier to set up compared to projectors because it is a plug-and-play device. But what if you want a different viewing experience? Many people want the experience of going to the movies in the comfort of their own home.

If that's the case, then a home protector might be the choice for you. Unlike flat screen TVs which utilize the display to create images and sounds, an LCD projector works differently. When it comes to 3LCD projectors, three layers of highly concentrated light are projected on the surface creating an HD projector image. These three layers contain three different hues which recombine during the travel time and create the image.

Projectors are often associated with cinemas or school presentations because these applications are where someone first experienced LCD projectors. It seems kind of odd to use projectors in small spaces such as in living rooms. However, the usage of projectors has its own benefits, and these benefits may satisfy all your viewing needs.

Advantages Of Owning A Projector For Your Home Entertainment System

The first and the most obvious advantage of a projector is its customizable screen size. When you want a bigger screen, all you have to do is to move the projector according to your liking. You don't have to worry about being stuck in a screen size that you might not really want in the future. If your screen size preference changes in the future, you don't need to buy new hardware anymore to accommodate the changes. A simple track mount can be perfect for changing size on the fly.

Another benefit of a projector is the eye comfort. Devices are now full of colorful screens which force us to look at blue lights at regular intervals. Projectors, on the other hand, don’t expose you directly to a highly concentrated light. Because of this, a projector might actually be more comfortable for your eyes. In addition, projectors, especially those that are equipped with Digital Light Processing or DLP technology, handle light and movement better than televisions.

Last but not least, a projector or mini projector is a very portable device. TVs can be moved to another area if you really like, but this often requires heavy lifting care to avoid breaking the equipment. Meanwhile, a portable projector can easily fit in a bag and can be moved to other places. So if you want to watch a movie or a television show in your room instead of the living room, you can carry your projector easily. You don't even need to worry about breaking a screen.

Questions And Answers

Projectors have a lot of benefits and less hassle. For those who want to know more, here are the frequently asked question about projectors.

Q: What are the parts that need maintenance?

A: You'll need to occasionally replace the bulb used in projecting the image. Find the right bulb for your unit and replace your bulb if there’s a degradation in visual quality.

Q: Can I use projectors with game consoles?

A: Projectors are designed for the home theater experience. You can still game with projectors if you want larger screens. A 6 foot tall Mario is in play!

Q: What about the power consumption of projectors compared to TV?

A: Depending on the setting, a projector might consume less or consume more. The dimmer the setting is, the lesser power it would use.

Q: What are the other considerations?

A: Also consider the lighting and the space needed to project the image. Projectors can usually save space because of its compact nature.