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Avoid these 7 common PROJECTOR buying mistakes

The Hook Up

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Projectors keep getting cheaper and easier to own and use, make sure you don't make one of these 7 common home theater mistakes.

🔥 Recommended Inexpensive Projectors 🔥
Best under $100: https://amzlink.to/az0bl5EHivNhJ
Best under $200: https://amzlink.to/az0Q9P86Pjnlu
Best under $300: https://amzlink.to/az0S2Mdxvintl

🔥 Recommended 4K Laser Projectors 🔥
Top Pick Overall - Hisense C1: https://amzlink.to/az0rEIrReDTts
Best for Bright Rooms - Formovie X5: https://amzlink.to/az0wtvBJkV9Ak
Best Budget Pick - Dangbei Mars Pro: https://amzn.to/415E34Y
Best Performance Specs - JMGO N1 Ultra: https://amzlink.to/az0IS3hscnDoh
Best for Gamers and Cinephiles - BENQ GP500: https://amzlink.to/az0BOvA2bshVh

🔥 Recommended Home Theater Projectors 🔥
Best Overall - Epson LS11000: https://amzlink.to/az0xDX3K21ayO
Best Value - BENQ HT4550i: https://amzlink.to/az0W8VLXN7A0a

🔥 Recommended Portable Projectors 🔥
Best under $500: https://amzlink.to/az0BzV4nHLrjz
Best under $1000: https://amzlink.to/az0I4sWYwlPrw

🔥 Recommended UST Projectors 🔥
Best overall - AWOL LTV-3500 Pro: https://amzlink.to/az06L6cOl49oQ
Best Dark Room Performance - Nexigo Aurora Pro: https://amzlink.to/az0xv9zxb2wOK
Best Budget Daylight Projector - Epson LS800: https://amzlink.to/az0GRREaCVuj2

🔥 Recommended Projector Screens 🔥
Best Overall - Formovie Fresnel 100" ALR: https://www.projectorscreen.com/formo...
Best Value Lenticular CLR Fixed Frame Screen - Nothing Projector CLR: https://nothingprojector.com/products...
Best Performing Lenticular CLR Fixed Frame Screen - Spectra Vantage:
• Amazon: https://amzlink.to/az04sGMBPei1z
• projectorscreen(.)com: https://www.projectorscreen.com/spect...
Best Performing and Best Value Floor Rising Screen - Vividstorm S-Pro 100": https://amzlink.to/az0dKVmhVrNY8

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00:00 Intro
00:29 Fake Brightness
02:36 Permanent vs Portable
03:35 Bulb vs LED vs Laser
05:27 Long Throw vs Short Throw vs UST
06:45 Screen Materials and Gain
09:13 Brightness and Contrast Over Resolution
10:48 Smart and Connected Projectors

20 Comments

@TheHookUp Creator 2 years ago (edited) Pinned

All of my projector recommendation videos have been updated for 2023-2024:
Best Sub $100 Budget Projectors: https://youtu.be/ooFvyudbxNE
Best $100-$600 Midrange Projectors: https://youtu.be/8mVX_29gXHE
Best Portable Projectors: https://youtu.be/jmmGQOSAReI
Best Modern Laser Projectors: https://youtu.be/3KmKv-TTIQQ
Best Ultra Short Throw Projectors: https://youtu.be/Ef0tNjGDoOU
Best Premium Home Theater Projectors: https://youtu.be/TjgXfRMtmSU
Best Gaming Projector: https://youtu.be/biXPgm-pxiU
Best Golf Sim Projector: https://youtu.be/c42W02UF_nI
Best UST Projector Screens: https://youtu.be/2b8PXZtL1q8

@tunespt 4 years ago

12 minutes of detailed knowledge. I'm a projector guy for over 30 years and your video does kick the fundamentals of how to buy a projector. Simple and straighforward.

@ezambranolp 1 year ago

This is one of those videos that the content is worth the 3 mins YouTube ads.

@neeldesai5823 1 year ago

As a first time projector buyer, this video made so much clarity on what to look for in projector. This video is 5-10 hrs worth of research in 10-12 mins.

@AletaLyons 1 year ago

This is honestly my first comment EVER on youtube, but I genuinely wanted to make a comment because this video has been SO helpful in explaining the "do's and dont's" of buying a projector. Thank you so so much for this.

@rand49er 1 year ago

As a complete novice, you've told me I have a lot to learn even without saying just those words. Thank you for providing a ton of info in rapid fashion.

@nolorosales 4 years ago

I normally watch reviews at 1.25 speed, just to save a little time. But you, you're naturally on 1.5 already! Love it!

@yeahnah6468 4 years ago

Excellent video mate. I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say that we really appreciate your efforts and more importantly, your integrity.
You're one of the few creators I consider to be in my list of uncorrupted reviewers. Along side Project Farm and Teaching Tech.

Also there is something about the density of information in your videos that I really appreciate. So many videos these days need to be played at 2x speed or even skipped through just to get to the point. But with yours it's the opposite, it feels like a university lecture where I should be taking notes and even going back and watching sections again to really take it in.
I know that sounds like a negative but that's a big positive I think, you aren't wasting anyone's time by dragging things out or milking as many videos out of a subject as possible.

Also also, haha, one other thing I really appreciate that you have in common with Project Farm, is that you really do cover everything from a absolute budget entry level up to the high end level. I believe that a review of a high end expensive product isn't complete without seeing what that extra expense gets you compared to a quality cheaper option.

Thank you

@Squirrel4126 1 year ago

Thank you. Now i realised that I don’t need a projector and a tv is a better option for me.

@TechWithBrett 4 years ago

You answered many questions I have had. Didn't realize so much research needed to be done. Thanks!

@rikb2244 4 years ago

One of the best educational projection system evaluation videos on youtube. He explains some of the technical parameters in a way that the non-engineer viewers can understand and select components so they will not be disappointed with their purchase. WELL DONE!

@zack_120 2 years ago (edited)

9:00- not only the visual satisfactions are the variables to consider, eye hygiene is important for the long term especially for seniors. Bright screens can cause eye muscle fatigue so a bit darkened pictures are better.

@florichi 4 years ago

I love how I watched this video just 2 weeks ago and YT already forgot it and recommended it again

@wemej4545 6 months ago

Your channel is an absolute goldmine of high quality, detailed, yet easy to understand informational videos. You are phenomenal at what youre doing.

@Yardifacts 2 years ago

Duuuude, youtubers like you are rare! So much good info and no sponsors. Thank you!!!!!

@herrtrigger7220 2 years ago

No wasted words, no wasted time. Outstanding effort sir, keep up the great work.

@anima452 4 years ago

Great video! Would be nice to see a video comparing some of the top most-bought "middle of the road" projectors! Say, $350-$550

@Shostadaredd 2 years ago

I knew very little about this sort of thing, beyond the normal, they put a picture on a wall and some are better than others, however I now feel as if I can say that was a very compact, concise and information dense presentation, very good and very informative.

@D3cast 3 weeks ago

bro the amount of info u bless us with is wild.

@herco2543 4 years ago

Wow. What a great detailed video on what to look for when buying a projector. Your videos always have so much information in them. I always look forward to your next videos. Take care.