When it comes to setting up a home theater, most people tend to focus more on the projector than on the multichannel audio system. Not everyone has a strong or weak voice, but they all have a clear and intuitive understanding of what they want. Even a five-year-old might talk about using two TVs to get a clearer image, even if it's not necessarily better.
That’s right! The projector is the main attraction, but the large screen offers a much more immersive experience than a regular TV. With 1080p projectors becoming common, 4K models are now more widely available under the UHD trend. Choosing a home theater without a suitable projector would be a mistake.
Interestingly, many people who ask about projectors often end up with more questions about how the product works. They themselves get confused by these issues.
**Question 1: Is the projector's lamp a consumable? Will 3000 hours be enough? How much does it cost?**
**Answer:** This seems like a question worth exploring. However, after years in the media industry, I've seen many users who had this concern before buying, but very few actually ended up replacing the bulb after purchase.
The lifespan of a projector bulb typically ranges from 3,000 to 5,000 hours. If you watch one movie (2 hours) per day, that means you can enjoy over 1,500 movies. Even if you watched one every day, it would take more than four years. In reality, few people watch movies daily.
Projectors aren't like TVs. They require a dark environment to deliver the best viewing experience. Unlike a TV, which is often used as background entertainment, a projector is meant for focused movie watching. Based on my observations, most projectors are used for five to six years, and their bulbs usually last over 2,000 hours.
However, after five or six years, people tend to replace the entire projector rather than just the bulb.
**Question 2: The projector screen is so large. Is power consumption a big issue?**
**Answer:** The nominal power consumption of a projector is generally around 300W, but the actual measured power is usually lower.
**Question 3: The projector screen is much larger than a TV. Is it harder on the eyes?**
**Answer:** Projector imaging is completely different from LCD TVs. LCD TVs emit light directly, while projectors reflect light off a screen. Since we see objects because they reflect light, projectors are actually easier on the eyes compared to TVs.
**Question 4: It’s said that a 4K DLP projector priced at 10,000 yuan will soon be released. Should we wait for it?**
**Answer:** Many people assume that a 4K projector at 10,000 yuan will outperform a 1080p model at the same price. While higher resolution is better, other factors like contrast, brightness, and color accuracy also play a major role. A 4K DMD chip may have a smaller aperture ratio, leading to more noise. Therefore, a 4K DLP projector at this price point may not offer significant improvements.
**Question 5: If Projector A is twice as expensive as Projector B, should I go for A?**
**Answer:** Specifications are just a reference, and today, they often mean little due to varying standards among manufacturers. You’ll find some cheaper models with better specs than pricier ones. However, in reality, a projector’s true performance—like contrast and color—is clearly reflected in its price. Higher contrast doesn’t always mean better image quality.
**Note on Screens:**
The image you see is reflected by the screen, not emitted. Under similar lighting conditions, the screen has a greater impact on image quality than the projector itself. So, when choosing a projector, consider the screen. But keep in mind that a $2,000 screen or even a white wall won’t make a huge difference. For better color performance, it’s best to start with a screen costing at least 6,000 yuan. It offers great value for the money.
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