In today's high-tech world, no professional presentation would be complete without a projector to add some pizzazz to your message. It is important, when choosing a projector, to know what its application will be, and the size of the room in which it will be used. Many projectors are designed for office presentations, while others are used to watch movies on home theater systems.
Portable projectors, while convenient, are generally limited in their image size and brightness capacity as compared to larger, fixed models. Portable projectors range in weight from just 2 to 11 lbs., while some are equipped with wireless technology to make setup a snap. Having a sturdy case, especially one that carries a laptop in addition to the projector, is a big help to those who travel often.
Other features you may want to look for when shopping for a projector include the ability to network a projector to a remote location; video inputs for improved picture quality; and wireless mouse control.
For portable projectors, look for a brightness level of at least 800-1000 lumens. Larger projectors generally provide 2000 to 5000 lumens; a high brightness is necessary for large conference rooms, especially those with brightly lit conditions.
More and more manufacturers are introducing projectors to their lineups. Among the most popular brands are BenQ, Casio, Dell, Epson, HP, Hitachi, Sharp, and Toshiba.
