Want 2 buy a projector to display presentations to the class/audience (200 people) and view videos (DVD/VCR)?

Question

I am planning to buy a projector for our temple - as a teaching aid. I am looking at the following projector -

Viewsonic XGA DLP
Viewsonic PJ458D 2000 Lumen XGA 1024 x 768 DLP Projector
Only $779.99 after rebate*

Requirements:
1. To be able to display presentations to the class of 20 - 25 or sometimes bigger audience (100 - 200 people)
2. To be able to view videos (via DVD or VCR) in place of a flat screen monitor

I realize that we may need additional speakers for audio. Any suggestions??

Answer 1

The projector you suggested is a good one. DLP technology doesn't wear out and the only maintenance cost is for the light bulb, which should last a couple years with moderate use. Typically projectors under $1000 are only going to work for a group of that size in a fairly dark room, so please keep that in mind. Another good feature of that projector is its resolution- typically lower priced projectors tend to be 800x600.

As for speakers, any portable boom box should work fine. Just be sure to find one that has audio inputs.

Answer 2

Check out BenQ.com for the projectors.
And for the video go DVD not much more than a VCR and much better picture quality.