This is the 2nd time I’ve posted this review here. For some reason, my previous post was removed.
Prior to purchasing this projector, I searched the web in vain for many hours looking for information regarding the implementation of TI’s DLP BrilliantColor(TM) within the Pro250x and whether or not the Pro250x included a tripod mount thread socket.
It is clear that BrilliantColor represents a family of single-chip DLP color management techniques rather than a single technique. Because of this, different projectors sold with the BrilliantColor label can employ different variations of the technology. Since I couldn’t find any information specific to the Pro250x, I thought I’d post what I have discovered with some simple testing of the projector (no disassembly was done!).
The Pro250x employs a six segment color wheel with colors in the sequence red/yellow/green/cyan/white(clear)/blue. What is fascinating is that these segments are not all the same size, allowing for more “on” time from the DLP array for the primary colors of red, green, and blue and about half as much time for yellow, cyan and white (clear).
I was disappointed to see that the color wheel does not include magenta. Because of this, the RGB color balance of the projector is skewed toward green when it is run at maximum brightness. Apparently, many budget models of Optoma projectors employing BrilliantColor lack a magenta color wheel segment as multiple reviews I have read mention a green bias when the projectors are operated at maximum brightness.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Pro250x does include a standard 1/4″ diameter, 20 thread-count screw tripod mount socket. I was slightly disappointed to discover that the quick-release plate from my Manfrotto(Bogen) 3047 tripod head physically interferes with the projector’s lamp access panel which is not flush with the bottom of the unit, but I believe this can be resolved with a rubber “doughnut” spacer between the plate and the projector.
Overall, I’m thinking the Pro250x will be an excellent unit for business presentations including MSPowerPoint and video, but I’m still wondering if I should have spent $120 more for the Pro350W which has a WXGA resolution (1280×800), an HDMI input, and 120Hz vertical refresh rate.
Score: 7
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Prior to purchasing this projector, I searched the web in vain for many hours looking for information regarding the implementation of TI’s DLP BrilliantColor(TM) within the Pro250x and whether or not the Pro250x includes a tripod mount socket.
It is clear that BrilliantColor represents a family of single-chip DLP color management techniques rather than a single technique. Because of this, different projectors sold with the BrilliantColor label can employ different variations of the technology. Since I couldn’t find any information specific to the Pro250x, I thought I’d post what I have discovered with some simple testing of the projector (no disassembly was done!).
The Pro250x employs a six segment color wheel with colors in the sequence red/yellow/green/cyan/white(clear)/blue. What is fascinating is that these segments are not all the same size, allowing for more “on” time from the DLP array for the primary colors of red, green, and blue and about half as much time for yellow, cyan and white (clear).
I was disappointed to find that the color wheel does not include magenta. Because of this, the RGB color balance of the projector is skewed toward green when it is run at maximum brightness. Apparently, many budget models of Optoma projectors employing BrilliantColor lack a magenta color wheel segment as multiple reviews I have read mention a green bias when the projectors are operated at maximum brightness.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Pro250x does include a standard 1/4″ diameter, 20 thread-count screw tripod mount socket. I was slightly disappointed to discover that the quick-release plate from my Manfrotto(Bogen) 3047 tripod head physically interferes with the projector’s lamp access panel which is not flush with the bottom of the unit, but I believe this can be resolved with a rubber “doughnut” spacer between the plate and the projector.
Overall, I’m thinking the Pro250x will be an excellent unit for business presentations including MSPowerPoint and video, but I’m still wondering if I should have spent $120 more for the Pro350W which has WXGA resolution (1280×800) and an HDMI input.
Score: 7
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This is the 2nd time I’ve posted this review here. For some reason, my previous post was removed.
Prior to purchasing this projector, I searched the web in vain for many hours looking for information regarding the implementation of TI’s DLP BrilliantColor(TM) within the Pro250x and whether or not the Pro250x included a tripod mount thread socket.
It is clear that BrilliantColor represents a family of single-chip DLP color management techniques rather than a single technique. Because of this, different projectors sold with the BrilliantColor label can employ different variations of the technology. Since I couldn’t find any information specific to the Pro250x, I thought I’d post what I have discovered with some simple testing of the projector (no disassembly was done!).
The Pro250x employs a six segment color wheel with colors in the sequence red/yellow/green/cyan/white(clear)/blue. What is fascinating is that these segments are not all the same size, allowing for more “on” time from the DLP array for the primary colors of red, green, and blue and about half as much time for yellow, cyan and white (clear).
I was disappointed to see that the color wheel does not include magenta. Because of this, the RGB color balance of the projector is skewed toward green when it is run at maximum brightness. Apparently, many budget models of Optoma projectors employing BrilliantColor lack a magenta color wheel segment as multiple reviews I have read mention a green bias when the projectors are operated at maximum brightness.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Pro250x does include a standard 1/4″ diameter, 20 thread-count screw tripod mount socket. I was slightly disappointed to discover that the quick-release plate from my Manfrotto(Bogen) 3047 tripod head physically interferes with the projector’s lamp access panel which is not flush with the bottom of the unit, but I believe this can be resolved with a rubber “doughnut” spacer between the plate and the projector.
Overall, I’m thinking the Pro250x will be an excellent unit for business presentations including MSPowerPoint and video, but I’m still wondering if I should have spent $120 more for the Pro350W which has a WXGA resolution (1280×800), an HDMI input, and 120Hz vertical refresh rate.
Prior to purchasing this projector, I searched the web in vain for many hours looking for information regarding the implementation of TI’s DLP BrilliantColor(TM) within the Pro250x and whether or not the Pro250x includes a tripod mount socket.
It is clear that BrilliantColor represents a family of single-chip DLP color management techniques rather than a single technique. Because of this, different projectors sold with the BrilliantColor label can employ different variations of the technology. Since I couldn’t find any information specific to the Pro250x, I thought I’d post what I have discovered with some simple testing of the projector (no disassembly was done!).
The Pro250x employs a six segment color wheel with colors in the sequence red/yellow/green/cyan/white(clear)/blue. What is fascinating is that these segments are not all the same size, allowing for more “on” time from the DLP array for the primary colors of red, green, and blue and about half as much time for yellow, cyan and white (clear).
I was disappointed to find that the color wheel does not include magenta. Because of this, the RGB color balance of the projector is skewed toward green when it is run at maximum brightness. Apparently, many budget models of Optoma projectors employing BrilliantColor lack a magenta color wheel segment as multiple reviews I have read mention a green bias when the projectors are operated at maximum brightness.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Pro250x does include a standard 1/4″ diameter, 20 thread-count screw tripod mount socket. I was slightly disappointed to discover that the quick-release plate from my Manfrotto(Bogen) 3047 tripod head physically interferes with the projector’s lamp access panel which is not flush with the bottom of the unit, but I believe this can be resolved with a rubber “doughnut” spacer between the plate and the projector.
Overall, I’m thinking the Pro250x will be an excellent unit for business presentations including MSPowerPoint and video, but I’m still wondering if I should have spent $120 more for the Pro350W which has WXGA resolution (1280×800) and an HDMI input.