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6/04/2011

BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini-LED DLP Projector Review

BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini-LED DLP Projector
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I'm very satisfied with this projector. I set it up in my bedroom with a portable projector screen (60" wide) and fed it 720P and 1080i inputs thru the component outputs of my HD satellite receiver and DVD player,(Toshiba XD-E500, available on Amazon, DVD upscaled to both 720P/1080i)to the VGA connector on the projector and it performed admirably. I moved the projector back to fill the entire screen width (60") with a 16X9 picture and the clarity/sharpness when receiving 720P/1080i signalling was better than I expected. The picture with a dimly lit room was very watchable and with the room darkened was outstanding. The colors were bright and vivid and the brightness/contrast were excellent. I used a RCA component male x 3 to VGA female adapter cable, 1 ft. long,(vendor description-HD15 VGA female to RCA x 3 male double shielded, HD15 to component video, available from Wholesale Cables on Amazon), that mated to the projector's VGA male connector plus a 12 ft. component cable that mated with the adapter's 3 male RCA's thru 3 RCA female to female barrel connectors. I also used a video switching box for the video, 4 inputs/1 output, and audio switching box, 4 inputs/1 output for the L/R stereo audio (available from Radio Shack) so I wouldn't have to keep unplugging/plugging cables all the time. I connected the L/R stereo audio switcing box output to my video/Aux audio inputs on my Aiwa home stereo/CD unit. Setup was very easy as the projector has auto-keystone adjusting feature. The projector has pre-programmed selections for movies/photos/pc/brightest/user. The user setting allows the user to set their own desired picture settings as they wish. The projector distance from the screen to fill the 60" width of the screen was about 9 ft. Although the projector has a tripod mounting hole, I used a music stand available from any music store and velcro'd the projector to the music stand. The music stand is adjustable in all three dimensions, pitch/yaw/height with locking adjusters when you get it where you want it to stay. This setup sure meets my needs/requirements completely and no lamps to replace periodically on the projector (it uses LED's). I was concerned about the 100 lumen output of the projector prior to getting it home and trying it out, but my concerns were relieved when I set it up and actually saw the picture for myself. It's not washed out or too weak to watch. I was extremely pleased with the video quality of the projector. I watched a MLB baseball game on it and fast moving objects (the ball,runners) were not blurred at all. I'm satisfied. One note: the projector pictured on Amazon doesn't look like the present BenQ Joybee GP1 model that I have. Mine is white with a black top and is almost square. Perhaps the version shown on Amazon is an earlier or another version of the product.

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The BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini Projector is a palm-sized, pocket projector, designed to go wherever you go--business or pleasure. Plug in a variety of devices--laptops, MP3 players, cameras, gaming consoles, and more--to project your media up to 80 inches in size. The GP1 also comes with an integrated 2-watt speaker to further enrich your multimedia enjoyment. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your media.

Easy Set-Up The Joybee GP1 gets you going in a matter of seconds. Plug it in, insert your USB device or connect other media, raise the device to the desired viewing angle, focus your image and you're all set.
VGA and Composite Video Connect your laptop using the GP1's VGA connection for Power Point presentations, streaming video, slideshows or anything else you can display.
A composite video input allows connection of video game systems, DVD players, and various other A/V devices. Devices with component outputs can be adapted to VGA.
USB Connectivity With Wide Format Support On the back of the GP1 you'll find a USB port. Plug in thumb drives and USB devices with your favorite media for enjoyment on the GP1. Enjoy AVI/MOV/3GP/3G2/DivX/Xvid videos, JPEG/BMP/GIF/TIFF images, or just listen to your favorite MP3s.
LED3 Projection Powered by BenQ's LED3 Technology, the GP1 is built to deliver a cinema-quality image, giving you clear, brilliant images with optimized brightness and contrast ratio.
Tripod-Ready Stacking books under your projector may be a good idea when you want to get the projection height and angle you want, but here's a better idea--a tripod. The GP1 can be easily attached to a tripod for precise angling and adjustment.
100% Lamp-Free The GP1 utilizes RGB LEDs as the projection light source instead of traditional projection lamps. Enjoy vivid, stunning picture without worrying about issues such as decrease in brightness, color fading, or expensive lamp replacement.
The LEDs also consume less power than traditional lamps, and are mercury-free, making the GP1 a greener choice.
Wall Color Correction Can't find a smooth white wall? Not a problem. BenQ's Wall Color Correction technology offers a selection of five wall colors for various surfaces--even blackboards. Get outstanding projection quality wherever you go.
Built-in Speakers BenQ completes the self-contained multimedia experience with a built-in 2-watt speaker, so you don't need to be next to an audio system to enjoy audio.
Of course, an audio output (stereo mini jack) is also included, so you can connect to a stereo or other system for a little more power.
Keystone-Perfect Viewing Say goodbye to misshaped images, graphics, and charts--with the automatic keystone adjustment, a perfect square is all you'll see.
A Delightful Sight in Black and White It always helps when your multimedia devices take design to heart. The GP1 features a sleek, high-gloss finish with smooth, rounded curves. It weighs in at just over a pound. The illuminated touch-panel controls are functional and attractive. It's a pico projector that doesn't skimp on looks.
Optional iPod Dock Add the optional iPod dock for charging and enjoyment of your iPod. Without the dock, you can still enjoy iPod content via the RCA composite input (adapter needed).
What's in the Box BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini Projector, Quick Start Guide, Soft Carry Case, Remote Control, Power Supply, Manual, CD, 30-Pin Cable With VGA/Composite Inputs

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4/09/2011

Mediawise LCD Projector - FREE HDMI & XTRA BULB - Xbox, Wii, PS1, PS2, PS3, Gamecube Review

Mediawise LCD Projector - FREE HDMI and XTRA BULB - Xbox, Wii, PS1, PS2, PS3, Gamecube
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I bought this project for my classroom after the bulb to replace my old projector was going to cost over $500. As a projector it works well, but I wish I had known some things about the item before I purchased it.
1) The projector is not very bright. As a result, the projection is not very sharp. This makes text fuzzy, so that everything has to be huge for my students to see it.
2) The settings on this projector do little to help the image. The manual is poorly translated from Chinese and is quite funny. So it's hard to figure out exactly what to do if you are having problems.
3) I have to start the projector twice before it will stay on. I have no clue why it needs me to do this, but I think it has something to do with the fuse that lights the bulb. I guess it has to warm up.
4) There is no zoom and if you can hang this from the ceiling you will be better off. Mine is stacked on 3 books on a cart. The screen is very low and the projector has to be close to project a big picture. I mean within 5 feet close, so if you want to use this with a SmartBoard make sure you have this mounted from the ceiling or be prepared for students to block projection when using the board.
On the reverse, for the price this is a good projector for watching movies at home in a VERY dark room.
I'm not unsatisfied with my purchase, but if I had it to do again, I'd probably beg for more money and get a better projector just because I'm using this for my classroom. At home, I think this projector would work great for movies and games.
The extra bulb and cords are a nice touch.
If you want to do some more research before you buy, search this:
HD66 LCD TV Projector 1080i HDMI
No where on that projector does it say Mediawise.

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