Does this projector get very hot? If I placed it on a coffee table directly in front of the couch, would it be uncomfortable to sit behind?
1981047
No problem if you sit behind.. the hot airflow is towards front. Air intake is from side and hot air blows out from the front vents.
1981048
It does get hot, but it is vented forward, not backwards. Best to wall mount to ceiling mount it away from you.
1961648
There are definitely quieter projectors out there. The thinness (like with computers) means that it runs hot, so the fans run harder.
34807
I've never used the projector over it's maximum distance, but it has worked very well in medium sized conference or meeting rooms. It is bright enough that the room need not be totally darkened. Low lighting in the room still allows for a clear picture on the screen.
1690123
I did not try doing that. I'm assuming this is a special glass which will not reflect back at the lens or cause any distortion. If this glass is meant to be like a protective cover in front of the projector, just maintain (in my opinion) around 10-12 inches of distance. The lamp cooling fans are in front so you'd like to leave space for efficient air flow.
69230
Richard-- I'm a new owner of the Onkyo HT-S5100--AND a new Panasonic DMP-35 blu-ray player, so we're on the same page! 1. Consumer Reports lists the Onkyo head-and-shoulders above the other units tested. 2. The Onkyo does get a bit toasty, like any decent-sized stereo amplifier. I mean, you can put your hand on the top and leave it there all night, but you will definitely feel it. At a wild guess, maybe as high as 140 degrees--I've got a cat who would love it. I wouldn't enclose the Onkyo in a cabinet because the heat buildup would "age" the electronics. Hope this helps!
1880895
basement will probably be dark so almost any projector will do. the nice thing is the short throw of that projector. But it can also be a bad thing. My projector is actually pretty close to the wall (like 10 feet) because it has such a wide angle of projection to get a 10feet wide image. Very often you won't be able to put it at the other end of the room or you'll endup with part of the image on the side walls.
322338
We have ordered this two times and have not had that issue. If it blows up it means the light is getting too hot. Your projector should have a fan that cools this down (should continue to run for a bit after you turn your projector off).
646845
Yes you can unplug the projector there is no need to cool down. This is a great feature.
1276867
Whether it's loud or not really depends on who's the one listening. It's better to go find a store which sells this projector and hear it for yourself.From my experience with the Optoma HD20 DLP projector, I can't say it's loud, nor can I say it's quiet. This projector sits right beside the couch where I sit. It's as loud as my PS3, which isn't very loud at all. I haven't had any issues with it - and that's saying a lot. I absolutely hate any disruptions during movies.
1999441
My projector is 12' from wall I have it on a appox. 100 " diagonal. To me and my family it look's great!
1244415
I bought this projector last year. I originally wanted to mount it to the ceiling, but it would require some more creative thinking than I would rather do. You would need some kind of shelf suspended from the ceiling or something to sit it on. The only other thing would be to do as NaRa says and modify the actual body of the projector and I would advise against it since it is made from cheap plastic. It is great if you could put it on a high shelf or like I said make one suspending from the ceiling.
1115270
Timing is everything. If you have to move immediately, unplug, move, use caution to avoid the warm projector parts. Usually if I have to move or close up, I turn off the projector before I talk to anyone or start any clean up. The projector is built to withstand heavy usage. Works for me.
84596
It doesn't get very hot - would be fine on the coffee table. I was very pleased that it doesn't have to cool down or anything as it doesn't get that hot. It also has a button that's similar to a screensaver that lets you shut off the screen but as soon as you push the button again, it's right back on with no wait time.
1571014
It's not as loud as other projectors I have used. I wouldn't consider it a problem
144034
Not at all !!!! I absolutely LOVE mine !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've NEVER encountered it getting "hot" and / or causing me any issues / stress !!!!!!
921392
Yes! its Great for projecting movies, that's the reason i bought it in the first place, I projected it on a wall at a friends yard and it looked great thank even though no screen wad used, lights off of course, I don't regret buying this projector at all! :) hope this helps.
2113486
That is a surprising question as I can't answer it. I've often sat behind the projector during our computer club meetings where we talk about what we have showing on the screen and I've never noticed the fan noise. If it has noise it hasn't been objectionable or distractive.