three_ster's Full Review: InFocus LP70+ DLP Projector
The InFocus LP70+ Multimedia Projector
Items that come with purchase:
* Projector and lens cap
* Remote control with batteries
* User's Guide, Quick Start Card, and CD
* Audio/Video (AV) Cable
* Power Cord
* Audio Cable
* Computer Cable
* SCART Adapter
Visible Parts of the Projector:
On the top of the InFocus LP70+, you have the keypad which controls the Power, the source selection buttons, the volume, the keystone and of course the main menu. Beside the keypad buttons is a lamp light and a LED that denotes when things are being done by the device. What the keystone is used for is to reduce the upper part of the image (or the lower part) by a number of degrees so that if you have more than just a square to show the picture on you can increase it one direction or another. Its main purpose though, is to provide you with that square, and by adjusting the degree it is showing, you can get closer to an exact.
On the front of the projector, you have the lens which is where the picture comes out of, and onto your surface, It has a zoom ring around the outside that can be rotated to zoom in or out from the main picture. It also has a remote sensor right beside it that reacts to the remote control that comes with the LP70+. On the right side of it (while looking with the lens pointed towards you), you have the security lock and power connector which are both pretty self-explanatory. On the back you have connectors to hook up the projector to anything, and another remote control sensor. Having two sensors makes it a lot easier to use the remote from anywhere in the room.
If you flip over the projector, you will see first the lamp housing, which is screwed down, and can easily be removed if you need to change out a lamp. There is a speaker that is raised by first the leveling foot on the left side, and the adjustable foot that is underneath the lens near the front of the projector. This foot is used to raise (or lower) the projector so that you can get a better angle for what you are projecting the image on to. It is very easy to use, and keeps the projector quite steady, so you don't have to worry about it falling over, or vibrating its image.
Using The InFocus LP70+ Multimedia Projector:
Using the projector for the first time, it is relatively easy to get started. First make sure to plug the power cord into the projector, and then into the outlet. They recommend that you use a surge-protector whenever possible, so that you don't risk damaging it by sending a bolt of electricity through the device. When it is plugged in, the LED turns to orange. You then hit the power button, and you will know it is running because the fan will turn on and the LED will turn to a solid green color. The projector will need about 1 minute to warm up, and it will be evident, because the image won't be very bright at first, but after a moment will get to its full brightness. Now you can turn on any external device that you want to hook up to the projector, and if you have it connected, the image should appear on the screen right away. If it doesn't come up, you will be given a wizard that takes only a few quick clicks to get through. This is just for computer related things, and it will simply recognize it as new hardware.
Adjusting the image is almost as easy as turning on the projector. You do this by rotating the zoom ring first of all, and then the focus ring which is right next to it. This should get you the correct focus that you are looking for. If you want to adjust the brightness, contrast, tint, or color, you can get those menus to come up by clicking the menu button located on the top of the projector. Each one is very easy to find, and you can play with it until you get the exact picture image that you are looking for. If you need to, you can take the time to adjust the height, or you can move the projector's location back further or closer; it's all going to depend on your personal preferences. If it is going to be used as a stationary projector, you will want to make sure you know how all of the adjustment buttons work ahead of time. In addition, everything that can be done on the projector, can also be done with the remote control. That way if you are sitting across the room, or if the projector is in a hard to get to location, you can just point the remote at it and control it. Regarding the remote control, it registers very easily, so you probably won't even need to be pointing directly at it for it to receive the signal.
Cleaning and Maintenance
As with any device that costs a lot of money, you want to make sure that you are taking good care of it for the lifetime of the projector. This involves a bunch of steps that they actually include in a manual with the LP70+ to make it easier on people. Here is that list:
*Clean The Lens.
*Clean the lamp filter screens.
*Replace the projection lamp.
*Replace the batteries in the remote.
*Use the security lock feature.
*Troubleshoot the projector.
Each of these steps will need to be taken at some point, and the manual gives an explanation of how each step should be done, and exactly when it should be done. For instance, the lamp filter screens need to be cleaned every 250 hours of use, and the lamp will probably need changed after 3900 hours. The cool thing about the projector is that it registers how many hours it has been used, and keeps count internally for you. When it gets to 3900 the LED light will turn red, denoting that it is time for you to put in a replacement lamp. We have had the projector for only a few short months, but keeping it clean has been a priority, and thus far we have yet to have a single problem.
My Thoughts on the LP70+ Multimedia Projector
There are a lot of positives to the LP70+ that convinced us we needed to have one. First of all, the size and weight jump out at you. It weighs just over 2 pounds, and is only 2.5H x 7.8W x 6.1D. That means it is a very compact little projector. Its Brightness is measured at 1400 ANSI, comes with a 2 year warranty, and has a throw distance of between 5 and 33 feet. The image size can be adjusted between 31.9 inches and 267.6 inches, so you will be able to have the size that you are looking for. This is a projector with a digital light processing display, and along with that you don’t need to worry about the speaker. Even though it only clocks in at one watt in comes in just fine. It’s all high definition with a 1100:1 contrast ratio. When it comes to lighting of the room, it shows up decently on a relatively large screen with the lights on. I think it shows up better with the lights off though, or it could be just because I like seeing my films in a darker atmosphere so it is almost like being in the theater. The picture has a maximum resolution of 1,024 x 768. If you have it, this projector is HDTV capable, but I haven’t used anything in regards to that function.
It is capable of hooking up with VCR's, DVD players, and computer, so if you have a use for a projector this one is going to fit right into what you are looking for. It is a great projector, and the image that it gives off is one that you would think would cost must more than the $1200-$1400 that you will pay for this one (Cost us $1199 before tax). If you are in the market for a projector that is new and improved, light-weight and easy to move, and isn't TOO expensive, then I highly recommend going for the InFocus LP70+ Multimedia Projector.
Interfaces:
Audio - Line Out (1/8" Mini), USB - Universal Serial Bus "B", Video - 4 pin mini-DIN (S-Video), Video - RCA Composite
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