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Updated: 09/20/2004

 

DIY Projector 101

For home theater enthusiasts, film fanatics, or any guy in search of a new gadget, a big screen video projector is a must have. The only problem is that they cost a fortune to buy and operate, right? Not anymore . . . enter the DIY (Do It Yourself) projector by the DIY Projector Company..

A DIY projector is an affordable alternative to professional LCD projectors with costly replacement lamps or an expensive rear projection television that takes up often-valuable floor space. More importantly, it worth-while project that will give you a profound sense of accomplishment and is sure to impress friends and family!

Building one of these projectors is relatively easy, and requires virtually no skills prior to making one. A typical DIY projector is comparable to an 500-1000 lumens projector as far as brightness, and is completely on par as far as clarity and sharpness go. And the best part? A DIY projector costs between $300-500. Just a lamp replacement for a professional projector can cost even more than a complete DIY projector!

So if you want to be able to present movies, ball games, or play video games on your own big screen TV, read more and consider building a DIY projector. All of the plans, notes, and instructions can be found here at the DIY Projector Company for free. We also carry all of the necessary parts at great low prices, and also offer free tech support and consulting via email - even if you're not a customer!

 

Extra Reading

Getting Started Building a Video Projector

LCD Projector Theory

The DIY Labs Projector Parts Store

 

 


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