Optoma HD65 Free 3D upgrade - anyone tried?

[John]

Hi folks,

I was just looking up some information and came across a 3-D update for Optoma HD65 projector!

Link

I know many on this forums have purchased it earlier. Has anyone tried it?

And do you really need the (?optional) Optoma 3D-XL converter box for it to work?

Would it work straight by streaming 3D movies via XBMC from the HTPC? If one has to buy the adaptor, it is pretty much a dampner because for that price, one might as well get a brand new 3d projector!

 

[kaptan]

Hi John, for 3d we actually require that xl adapter or any other similer hardware. You can see from the link you have mentioned

Thanks

 

[John]

Thanks Kaptan. Seems like best option is going for a new 3-D projector. Which is an affordable model with easy-to-use glasses?

The Epson?

 

[rajadeep]

In India best option is Epson tw550@52k. If ready to import or have someone coming from the US them Acer 5370BD@$400 from newegg or even upgrading to a 1080p projector which range from $800-1000

 

[Dushie]

Good option for someone willing to experiment.

 

[John]

In India best option is Epson tw550@52k. If ready to import or have someone coming from the US them Acer 5370BD@$400 from newegg or even upgrading to a 1080p projector which range from $800-1000

How much do the 3-D glasses cost? Because with this projector, I will need at least 5 of them (glasses).

 

[jsanand]

Glasses in USA cost at around 30 USD for rechargeable ones and battery operated ones (non-rechargeable) around USD 20. There are offers when you buy a set of 5 glasses. Shipping and customs for the entire lot should add another 2-3K INR on top of it.