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February 9, 2008
InFocus IN1 DLP Gaming Projector ReviewThe InFocus IN1 DLP Gaming Projector delivers the feeling of immersion that all gamers desire when playing their favorite game. A projector and a home theater sound system are one way to achieve it but, it’s too costly an option for many. Recognizing a market need, InFocus have produced the Play Big IN1 Gaming projector. The IN1 is an all-in-one solution delivering projection, audio, connectivity and portability for the gaming enthusiast. The projector comes with all the connectivity options required for the latest gaming consoles (Playstation, Wii and X-Box) and entertainment devices (DVD player or cable box).
ProjectionThe Infocus IN1 projection engine is based on DLP technology from Texas instruments. The IN1 has a VGA (640 x 480 pixels) native resolution. To avoid scaling lag it’s best to match the resolution of your PC or game console to it or use an up-converter. The contrast ratio is a respectable 1500:1 – especially although it is for Full On/Full Off testing which delivers higher contrast ratio figures. With a brightness of 500 ANSI lumens (max), a low ambient light environment is required for a bright on-screen projected image. The rainbow effect is a susceptibility for single chip (DMD) projectors however, InFocus have countered it by using a 6 segment color wheel at a higher 6x speed. Interestingly, the InFocus IN1 has a flip up mirror for projecting the image on the ceiling rather than a screen. InFocus mention an 8 foot image however, given a more conservative projector to screen distance of 10 feet, a 5.6 feet wide image could be expected (lens throw ratio = 1.8:1). As there is no digital keystone or lens shift available for correcting image skewing or zoom for image size adjustment, the projector needs to be positioned just right. The video compatibility range is respectably wide including: full NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p and 1080i. ConnectivityConnectivity is obviously important given the projectors portability and the likelihood of being connected to numerous different audio visual sources. The Infocus IN1 has multiple S-video, component and composite inputs for seamless connectivity to DVD players, cable and satellite boxes. The projector comes with a gold-plated Wii component connectivity cable for the best signal transmission possible. AudioThe IN1 comes with its own sound system with a built-in amplifier combined with a two speaker stereo system. Infocus has based the design of the audio system upon high-performance car audio technology. The 7 Watt stereo speakers match the sort of power rating one would expect of HDTV television speakers. PortabilityAt 9.9lbs (4.49kg) the IN1 is reasonably portable. A padded backpack is included to assist. The form factor is compact at 8.5 x 10.39 x 13.35 inches (21.59 x 26.39 x 33.91 cm) for easy handling. The projection bulb is rated at 1000 hours. At this time the bulbs brightness will be half what is initially was. So, factor in the lifetime costs of replacements when considering a purchase. Often replacements will be cheaper if purchased with the projector. The Play Big IN1 comes with a 90-day warranty on the projector and lamp. The warranty term for the lamp is standard for the market but, for the projector it is shorter than the fairly common one year. Although the InFocus Play Big IN1 misses out on some of the features of more expensive home theatre projectors, it is a well priced and well featured for its intended duty as gaming projector. User Reviews and Competitive PricesVisit Amazon for their first hand user reviews and a competitive price. Resources for InFocus IN1 DLP Gaming ProjectorInfocus Projection Calculator for determining screen size of projection distance. InFocus IN1 Datasheet (PDF 294KB) IN1 QuickStart Guide (PDF 307KB) 8 Tips to Extend Projector Lamp Life Replacement Projector Lamps and Bulbs Popular Gaming ProjectorsPanasonic PT-AE2000U 1080p 3LCD Projector Sharp AQUOS 1080p Gaming LCD HDTV with Vyper Drive Review Specification for InFocus IN1 DLP Gaming Projector
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