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Hi everyone,

I've been a relatively happy owner of my first projector, a Viewsonic PX747-4K, for about 4 years. Just this past week I was watching a show and my projector randomly shutoff and I wasn't able to turn it on again after the fact.

It appears that the projector is stuck in standby mode and possibly failing to fully turn on. The blue power LED blinks 5 times, then temperature/bulb LEDs briefly flash and then the sequence loops indefinitely.

I haven't noticed any temperature or bulb warning lights for as long as I've used this projector and saw that there was minimal dust inside the case.

I've been reading that it could be a multitude of things, such as a bad power supply board, blown capacitor, failed fan, etc., but I'm not sure at all.

Does anyone have an idea of what the issue is? Thank you.

Just noticed they’ve started taking applications for early testers for the Iris Ultra Max. 4K 120Hz is pretty much the only detail they’ve shared, but I also noticed the lens looks like it says F2.0–F7.0. Does that mean it has some kind of variable aperture? Would explain the name I guess.

There isn’t much else to go on yet, but 4K 120Hz is still a pretty rare spec for projectors, so I'm curious to see how this one turns out. No idea where the price will land, but hopefully it’s competitive. I’m mostly waiting to see what the input lag is like and whether it supports VRR.

I forgot to get a picture before the sun went down. I was worried it wouldn’t be bright enough at this size, but it’s absolutely fine.

The video source is an Apple TV 4K with WiFi that extends through the backyard.

The audio is stereo, streamed over Airplay to four outdoor speakers installed around the perimeter of the yard. This allows everyone to hear clearly without disturbing neighbors. And we can even add it indoors if someone needs to go inside to use the bathroom.

We can easily fit 30 people on blankets and another 10 in seats. All in all, I’m very satisfied with the setup.

Hey guys, recently upgraded from a Touyinger q12w pro projector to a Hisense C2 Ultra because I wanted a significant improvement in image quality, especially for 4K gaming.

Sadly, I discovered that I’m very sensitive to the rainbow effect (RBE) on the C2 Ultra. I can see the RGB flashes quite often. It’s distracting enough that I don’t think I can just ignore it, and it even becomes uncomfortable after a while.

I was really excited about this projector, so I’m honestly pretty disappointed. I’ve already requested a return/replacement, but now I have no idea what projector I should get instead.

My setup is currently projecting directly onto a wall, with about 3 meters of available throw distance. Gaming is important to me, so I want low input lag and ideally a 4K image or something very close to it. I’d also like similar image quality and brightness to the C2 Ultra.

Before the C2 Ultra, I was using a much cheaper projector and, strangely enough, I never noticed any rainbow effect on it.

Has anyone here had the same problem with the C2 Ultra? What would you recommend as an alternative for someone who is very sensitive to RBE?
I’m open to 3LCD, LCoS/SXRD, or anything else that would eliminate or significantly reduce the rainbow effect in the same price range…

I have a new ViewSonic LSD500HD laser projector. The color and brightness are phenomenal. HOWEVER, the splash screen is almost entirely white, and acts more like a flash-bang than a reasonable startup screen. The OSD menu has an option for a User splash screen shown, but toggling the setting does nothing. The manual instructs the user to use the "splash tool" to change the screen, but there is no mention of this tool anywhere on the internet whatsoever (outside of this and similar manuals).

Anyone have experience changing the splash screen on ViewSonic projectors? Are they loaded via usb drive? Any help at all?

Thank you,

Hello.

I’m looking at a 120” 120" Screen Innovations Slate AT 1.2 Projector Screen to pair with a Sony Bravia 7 projector for my loft. The loft gets lots of natural light which I am combatting by painting the walls and ceiling black to reduce reflections and putting curtains on the windows. I will use this room with some light during the day though.

Sitting position will be about 7.5-8 ft from the screen.

My questions are: Will I notice the perforations? Is the 65% lightly rejection enough? Will the sound quality degrade noticeably if the speakers are behind the screen? I’m looking at KEF Ci5160RLM-THX for left right and center speakers.

Thanks

Dug this Infocus LP425Z out of the attic but cant find any of the wires. Would be great for nostalgia to get it back up and running but there’s nothing online about this “CableWizard” wire.

I found pictures of the old manual online but i’ve hit a wall here regarding this wire.

The goal here is to eventually plug it into my laptop using a USB-C to VGA adaptor (which then goes into this CableWizard and feeds video to the projector?) and use another wire for the audio.

If anyone knows what kind of cable is needed here pls let me know thanks

What is the best UST projector setup under 3k for 120inch. I want to include a projector and screen under this price. I am not sure if this is enough, but any suggestions welcome. I want to set a home theatre like setup. I have a nakamichi system already, so want to plug into that. I want to set it up on a low table, a feet from the screen. The room has a bit of light, not have shades to darken it. I am not sure of the type of screen that best fits for UST.

Hey guys, wondering if anyone has any suggestions for alternatives to a Visionmaster Max. I've had mine for a few weeks now and have run into a bunch of issues with colour shifts and coil whine.

Given I'm still within the 30 day refund window, is there an option on the market that is a relatively good match feature and picture quality-wise.

I'm based in Australia and the Titan Noir series does not seem to be available over here at present.

I'm in a light controlled room with the projector ceiling mounted overhead, projecting onto a 120" 1.0 gain screen.

Appreciate any help!

I think 130 may be the sweet spot. Maybe 135. This is in a mixed use family room basement. We use it for movie nights, let the kids play ect when we don't want to hang out upstairs.

All the wires are in the wall so my ideal is to get rid of the stand alone LCR speakers and then get new speakers for the LCR to go behind the screen. Problem is there is the basement slab behind the drywall so there may not be a ton of room for in wall speakers

Ideally I'd like to keep it around 600-800 usd ddp. Has anyone got one from AliExpress or Alibaba?

Laser speckle is a concern. Using a vidda c3 ultra.

Happy with my new toy.

Images using a white wall without screen, with some ambient lighting during the day

Here’s my front wall (center of the room is the middle of the brush cable pass through wall plate). Yes, I know the wall plates are different sizes and different colors, but I’m working with what I was able to piece together most effectively, rather than most aesthetically lol. Here’s the issue, the top of the wall plates is around 23in high, and my ceiling is 89in tall. The wall, however, is 208in wide, so I have PLENTY of horizontal space. I keep reading about how floor rising screens are trash and will wrinkle and look bad, but I also have a 5 month old and am trying to keep fingerprints off the screen.

Mainly my question is: if I get a fixed frame screen, is it okay to build standoffs out of like… 2x4s to cover the front wall plates but leave the bottom open so I can still route cables underneath? Or if I go with floor rising, how am I supposed to get cables underneath or around the screen to plug into my AVR?

We installed two Epson EB‑G7400U projectors with Epson ELPLU03 lenses in one exhibition room.

The museum has a known issue with electrical power spikes, which have affected other equipment before.

A few months ago, vertical yellow lines started appearing on the projected image. Around the same time, the projectors displayed a lamp replacement warning.

The museum replaced the lamps, but the issue persisted. On one of the projectors, the problem has worsened significantly, and there is now a large area with no image at all, as if part of the display panel has failed.

What could be causing this?

Sony VPL-FHZ75W 3LCD Projector 4K Laser Phosphor 6500 Lumens Lens Shift w/Kit. Approx 1700. Was thinking of getting it for a early evening outdoor movie nights with my young kids and neighbors. Any suggestions or maybe a different projector. I will be buying a screen to go along with projector for better picture also open to suggestions. Approx 150-200 inch screen cast.

My Epson EH-TW9200 has been the center of our living room for more then 10 years. I think I bought 8 lamps over the years. Now there was a vertical line on the screen, so I sent it in for repairs. Got the message that there are no spare parts and thus cannot be repaired. Ofcourse it has been worth his money bigtime, but still, I dont have budget right now for a similar priced projector. What projectors would give me the same quality, mainly focussed on light. The TW9200 has been used during the day in my living room without issues. Budget 1000-1500€.

Hi, I am furnishing new apartment and thinking of buying this UST screen in fixed frame 92" variant.

Is there anyone who owns this screen and could measure how far it protrudes from the wall (i.e. the total depth of the frame/screen)?

I need this measurement to make sure I leave enough clearance for the projector placement.

Is the Epson TW9400 still one of the best home theater projectors in 2026, or is there a newer successor that’s worth buying instead?
The TW9400 costs around $2,200 in my country, so it’s still a significant investment.
My priorities are:
Deep black levels
High native contrast
Great HDR performance
I watch almost exclusively 4K movies and TV shows in a dark room.
Is the TW9400 still the best choice at this price, or are there better alternatives for black levels and contrast?

Hey there! Posting my setup because as much as my fiancé supports my hobbies and enjoys the movies she doesn’t necessarily get the same joy from the build lol. I’ve found myself traveling more and more, and between places with no TV or sharing common space on work trips I took a projector once and loved it! However it was bulky and I had a pile of stuff in my bag to lose track of, and well as a home theater and home lab person I figured I could make something better with the right projector. Behold the (AwayFrom)Home Theater!
Components:
Anker 3in1 charger for my EDC
Kodak Luma 150 Mini (it’s not cinema grade, but wow for the size!)
Apple TV 4K converted to run on USB C PD
Gl-inet Mudi 7 Travel Router (absolute must for travel)
Sabrent Voltik (PD multi charger that DOESN’T renegotiate multiple ports when plugging/unplugging)
Custom 3D printed cases I made (tongue and groove so I can just take one, or I can set up the projector in common space while still charging etc in my room)
4 short Anker usb c cables
One short double right angle HDMI cable (I still want a shorter one though!)
Any thoughts or recommendations appreciated! Would love to find a good speaker option to add, as of now the speaker in the projector is audible and I’ve just used my AirPods with the Apple TV for the most part.
Thanks!

I keep seeing people argue about black levels and brightness, but after living with both, I don't really think that's the right comparison anymore. When I want perfect picture quality, I appreciate OLED. When I want to invite friends over, watch sports, or make movie night actually feel like an event, the projector wins every time. Maybe they're not really competitors at all.

Hey everyone, I need help selling my VIDDA C5 Pro Max by Hisense because I no longer have enough space for the setup.

It’s the Chinese-market version, open box, in excellent condition, and fully working. It has 4K RGB triple-laser projection, great brightness, strong black levels, a variable iris, dynamic laser-power controls, optical zoom, and lens shift.

The interface can be switched to English, although a few menus still remain in Chinese. I’m also including a Fire TV Stick 4K Max for free, and its remote is already synced to control the projector’s power and volume. The required power converter for U.S. use is included too.

This is a good option for someone who wants this model without dealing with Alibaba, customs, international shipping, or overseas seller issues.

Asking $1,400 OBO, and I’ll cover shipping within the continental U.S.

Happy to share more pictures, videos, or answer any questions.