Safety Measures? Indian Projectors owners

[inshadesofgrey]

Hi

i just looked through the manual of GT750 Optoma - but couldn't find anything on 'universal voltage'

Will this projector bought from Spain work in india without the step-down transformer?

Any safety precautions you guys would advice for projector owners in india, given that we live in pretty unique 'electric' situations'?

 

[GeorgeO]

You must have a UPS that allows you to power down-allow the fan to run and cool the bulb-for a while before it shuts down, in the event of power failure. Projector bulbs run at high temperatures and without this precaution the bulb life will get significantly shorter.

 

[just4kix]

Spain is in Europe and as far as I know follows the European standard of 220V/50Hz. Hence PJ will work without issues. The only hassle may be that base language/menus wil be in Spanish.

GeorgeO is right about using an online UPS. UPS will also take care of power fluctuations.

 

[inshadesofgrey]

Cool - already have a UPS.

just found this on wiki
Spain 230 V 50 Hz ------Formerly 220 V.

india is 220v - so this shouldn't be a problem, I am presuming?


Ps. I read somewhere (on this site - and now can't find it) that all projectors are universal voltage compatible - true?

 

[tma]

Almost all devices now support English menus/language and this can changed in the settings if its not the default.

I would also recommend a power backup. A basic one around 2k will do just to cool the pj sufficiently. It also goes without saying that ample ventilation for the pj is a must.

Dust should not be a issue in a HT room kind of setup but do keep an eye and clean with proper cloth periodically if required.

Looking forward to a detailed review of your experience with this..

 

[just4kix]

Cool - already have a UPS.

just found this on wiki
Spain 230 V 50 Hz ------Formerly 220 V.

india is 220v - so this shouldn't be a problem, I am presuming?


Ps. I read somewhere (on this site - and now can't find it) that all projectors are universal voltage compatible - true?

My panasonic PT-AE700 is universal voltage (purchased in UK from an online site in NE). So there is a good chance that Spainish model will also be universal.

 

[m.a.sara]

- when not in use, cover it to avoid dust. atleast on the ventilation openings where dust can get in.
- back up power as other's have said. if you have a routine power shutdown in your area, remember not to use the PJ during that time.(in case if you don't have UPS

any order in which AVR/source/PJ should be switched on/off to take care of any unknown issues to PJ or HDMI cables?? Anyone?

 

[GeorgeO]

I think only the projector is affected by improper shutdown, though I have a large online UPS to power all of my HT gear.

 

[inshadesofgrey]

any order in which AVR/source/PJ should be switched on/off to take care of any unknown issues to PJ or HDMI cables?? Anyone?


I'd like to know this too

 

[just4kix]

There is no particular order for switching off AV devices. At least I don't follow any specific order.

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[tma]

Irrespective of any order, just ensure that the devices are properly switched off using the corresponding power buttons and not simply 'pull the plug' by turning the mains/power switch/plugs on the wall sockets directly.

 

[inshadesofgrey]

The battle of Dusty India VS. Western Projectors has got to be a fierce one - lol

 

[just4kix]

Not really. I just cover it with a cloth. But I do have a separate room and dust is not a big issue in that room.

 

[muditshah]

is a projector and a screen a gud option in a 13' * 11' room?? or shud i go with a 56" tv??

 

[just4kix]

is a projector and a screen a gud option in a 13' * 11' room?? or shud i go with a 56" tv??

My room is 15' x 10'. So your room is good enough. But there will be no need of 7.1 speakers.

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[vinay]

A projector is any day better.

However the 13 feet in-effect will not be more then 8/10 feet because of seating arrangement. If the family is more of 3 people then in effect, you will be left with a mere 6/8 feet of viewing. With such a fall of viewing distance, it may not be a good idea to go for a projector though some of them may not mind to watch movies from such a short distance but the issue is will it be good in the long run?

Moreover there will be a few more issues which you have to consider before you go for the projector.

Please do write your views on these pointers.

V.

is a projector and a screen a gud option in a 13' * 11' room?? or shud i go with a 56" tv??