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When you think of a home theater, chances are that you think of a giant projector screen with a crisp, 4K picture. But how do you select the right projector for your project? A variety of factors affect the quality of the image produced by a projector. The most important are resolution, brightness, and contrast. Learn three things that you need to consider when choosing the perfect projector for your home theater installation in Jonesboro, AR.
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Resolution
When discussing what makes a good projector, the first thing you probably think of is resolution. It is the number of horizontal and vertical lines in a display; the most common resolutions are Full HD 1080p, or 1920 x 1080 pixels, and 4K Ultra HD, or 4096 x 2160 pixels. As the resolution goes up, the pixels get smaller, allowing you to see more details in the picture. Ultra-high resolution creates a seamless image for you to enjoy. Keep in mind that there is a limit to a human’s vision and past a certain point of distance between the viewer and the screen, and depending on the size of the display, you are unable to see the difference in resolution.
Brightness
Brightness is one of the most important factors to consider when selecting a home theater projector. Most projectors have a brightness rating between 200 and 2500 lumens; the higher the light output, the better your picture's integrity in rooms with windows or other ambient light sources. Higher light output is also crucial for larger than average displays where light can easily ruin the picture. Most projectors are designed to function in rooms with little to no ambient light, so we recommend investing in blackout curtains or motorized window treatments to ensure the ideal lighting conditions for your space.
Contrast
Contrast is the most essential factor in how we perceive picture quality. The contrast ratio is the ratio of highest and lowest luminance levels present within an image or the brightest whites and darkest blacks a projector can show. The detail is perceived as the contrast between black and white; color is another layer of enhancement. High Dynamic Range, or HDR, produces even greater contrast extremes while using sources like streaming services or Blu-Ray content in 4K resolution. Choose a projector with advanced contrast capabilities for your custom home theater.
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