No need to throw out the old TV or even replace the DVD players if you want to use your DLP projector. Learn how to hook them up to your projector through your AV source and watch TV in a …
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Hooking up your projector through an AV source
Shelagh McNally
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No Comments ↓ Mitsubishi white death can be solved for under $330
Shelagh McNally
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1 Comment ↓ Solve the Mitsubishi white death You’ve settled down to watch TV when you notice white star-like clusters on the screen. It’s not dust and it’s not a problem with the brightness. It’s the white dot syndrome caused by a worn …
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What to look for in a gaming projector
Shelagh McNally
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No Comments ↓ Here’s what to consider while buying a gaming projector. Video gaming is now a mix of data and video where you need clear text alongside with cinematic visuals. Sophisticated game consoles have become hubs for gaming but also staying …
Add some color to your Powerpoint presentation
Shelagh McNally
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No Comments ↓ Make your Powerpoint presentation pop with color Color theory for powerpoint presentation The right color combinations can make your Powerpoint presentation stand out and hold your audience’s attention. Color theory is a complicated topic but if you can understand the …
How to connect your projector to a Mac laptop
Shelagh McNally
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No Comments ↓ It’s the day before your presentation, it’s a good idea to do a test connecting your MAC laptop to your projector. Types of connections The type of connection needed for your laptop depends on your projector.: VGA: Video Graphics Array …
Correcting distorted projector images
Shelagh McNally
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4 Comments ↓ You’ve set up your projector but your image is distorted. Learn how to counter the keystone effect. In order to display the correct picture, your projector must be properly aligned with the screen. If there isn’t the proper perpendicular alignment, …
Sanyo projector safety tips
Here’s a refresher on safety tips for your Sanyo projector. Keep it working at its optimal levels. Always unplug from the AC power supply before cleaning, changing the lamp or replacing the air filters. Unplug the projector when it’s left …
The 10/20/30 rule for projector PowerPoint presentations
Shelagh McNally
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No Comments ↓ Make your PowerPoint presentations soar with this simple rule Advice from Guy Kawasaki Make your PowerPoint presentation a hit and prevent audience paralysis by following Guy Kawasaki’s 10/20/30 rule. Guy Kawasaki is a Silicon Valley author, speaker, investor and business …
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Clean your projector lens properly
Eventually every projector lens gets dirty or dusty. Here are some tips on how to clean your projector lens without damaging it. Before cleaning: Turn off the projector Unplug the power cable Let the projector cool down. It …
Safety tips for your Optoma 1080p Projector
Follow these important safety and maintenance tips to keep your Optoma 1080p projector working Basic Care To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose your Optoma projector to rain or excessive moisture. Other than opening the …