DIY HD projector for $300.

McLoki
McLoki Posts: 5,231
edited December 2005 in Electronics
I came across this article on how to build a DIY projector - HD capable for $300. I thought it was an interesting concept and may just have to try it out and see how it works. I wanted to make sure that you all had a similar opportunity. (that way I have someone to ask questions of when I try and build one.. :D)

http://www20.tomshardware.com/howto/20041113/index.html

Michael
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  • cornerstone
    cornerstone Posts: 33
    edited November 2004
    i remember those type of projectors in school and they put off alot of heat. something to use in the winter im guessing.
    rta 12c
    denon
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    yamaha
    vintage pioneer
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,779
    edited November 2004
    You'd know all about heat, wouldn't you!?!

    I'm just telling ya!
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by cornerstone
    i remember those type of projectors in school and they put off alot of heat.

    For a $40 bulb replacement and $300 HD projector, I guess it would be worth working around the heat issue. (they are also not the quietest things I have ever heard, but it would still make for a fun project with some decent benefits if you can get it to work.

    Michael
    Mains.............Polk LSi15 (Cherry)
    Center............Polk LSiC (Crossover upgraded)
    Surrounds.......Polk LSi7 (Gloss Black - wood sides removed and crossovers upgraded)
    Subwoofers.....SVS 25-31 CS+ and PC+ (both 20hz tune)
    Pre\Pro...........NAD T163 (Modded with LM4562 opamps)
    Amplifier.........Cinepro 3k6 (6-channel, 500wpc@4ohms)
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  • cornerstone
    cornerstone Posts: 33
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by F1nut
    You'd know all about heat, wouldn't you!?!

    I'm just telling ya!

    Im not sure what your point is,but i know some overhead projectors like that put out alot of heat and some have a built in fan that would be a nusence if trying to watch a movie.
    rta 12c
    denon
    sony
    yamaha
    vintage pioneer
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited November 2004
    Hmmm... I'm wondering now.
    madmax 68

    Edit: Fun to look at but if you are serious about spending $300 plus then look for an old used 3 tube projector on ebay. Most are not as bright as new ones but the pic quality is normally pretty good, especially if you feed them with a good quality signal. As a matter of fact, give me a shout and I'll let you have my old one for about the same amount plus shipping. :)

    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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  • Toxis
    Toxis Posts: 5,116
    edited November 2004
    Sounds like a pretty good waste of $300 if you ask me...
    Never kick a fresh **** on a hot day.

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  • Tour2ma
    Tour2ma Posts: 10,177
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by F1nut
    You'd know all about heat, wouldn't you!?!

    I'm just telling ya!
    ... and I'm just hearin' ya... I got it this time...

    Justin needs to fix the lock on the door...
    More later,
    Tour...
    Vox Copuli
    Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. - Old English Proverb

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,779
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by cornerstone
    Im not sure what your point is

    BANNED......ya got my point now!?! WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited November 2004
    I'm just telling ya. :eek:

    madmax68
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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  • dave shepard
    dave shepard Posts: 1,334
    edited November 2004
    Dam you guys are quick to find those things. How do you do it? I see you guys catch them all the time and can't figure it out.

    Dave
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  • gidrah
    gidrah Posts: 3,049
    edited November 2004
    It looks like a cool project. While I won't actively seek the materials I will keep an eye out.
    Make it Funky! :)
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  • Tour2ma
    Tour2ma Posts: 10,177
    edited November 2004
    Originally posted by F1nut
    BANNED......ya got my point now!?! WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
    What is that now... 5 or 6 little "scotts" you have painted on your monitor?
    . . 0
    . ./|\.
    . _/\_
    More later,
    Tour...
    Vox Copuli
    Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. - Old English Proverb

    "Death doesn't come with a Uhaul." - Dennis Gardner
    "It's easy to get lost in price vs performance vs ego vs illusion." - doro
    "There is a certain entertainment value in ripping the occaisonal (sic) buttmunch..." - TroyD
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  • doggie750
    doggie750 Posts: 1,160
    edited December 2005
    http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=68049&highlight=diy+projector
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  • cmy330go
    cmy330go Posts: 2,341
    edited December 2005
    Wow. This is my first time seeing this. I have serious doubts about picture quality....but for $300 or less it would be fun to find out.

    BTW. What's up with the cornerstone thing in this thread?
    HT
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  • Tour2ma
    Tour2ma Posts: 10,177
    edited December 2005
    Just a banned member that sneaks in every once in a while under a new registration...
    More later,
    Tour...
    Vox Copuli
    Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. - Old English Proverb

    "Death doesn't come with a Uhaul." - Dennis Gardner
    "It's easy to get lost in price vs performance vs ego vs illusion." - doro
    "There is a certain entertainment value in ripping the occaisonal (sic) buttmunch..." - TroyD
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  • cmy330go
    cmy330go Posts: 2,341
    edited December 2005
    Tour2ma wrote:
    Just a banned member that sneaks in every once in a while under a new registration...

    What is it about his posts that makes you able to identify him? How many names has he had?

    Just Curious. :confused:
    HT
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    2 CH
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  • Tour2ma
    Tour2ma Posts: 10,177
    edited December 2005
    Years of training... ;)

    Original screen name was wangotango. He's had maybe a half dozen alter egos.
    More later,
    Tour...
    Vox Copuli
    Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt. - Old English Proverb

    "Death doesn't come with a Uhaul." - Dennis Gardner
    "It's easy to get lost in price vs performance vs ego vs illusion." - doro
    "There is a certain entertainment value in ripping the occaisonal (sic) buttmunch..." - TroyD
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  • cmy330go
    cmy330go Posts: 2,341
    edited December 2005
    HeHe. Sounds like somebody needs to get a clue. :rolleyes:
    HT
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    2 CH
    Parasound Halo P3, Parasound Halo A21, Sutherland Ph.D, VPI Classic 3 w/ 3D arm & Soundsmith Aida Cartridge, Arcam CD72T, B&W 802 S3, Monster HTS2500,
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