View Full Version : X1 lamp life rating now at 4000 hours. :-)
Lowpro
10-07-2003, 06:13 PM
With the most updated software for the InFocus X1 the lamp rating is now officially 4000 hours up from 3000 hours. In part due to the software update as well as data InFocus has been collecting on the unit since it's inception. After 6 weeks I already have 250 hours on my lamp. If I get anywhere near 4000 hours out of this baby that will be awesome. Not sure if there are any other X1 owners out there, but I just thought I'd put the word out.
By dimming a bulb only slightly, you can signifcantly lengthen bulb life.
For example, if you have an incandescent bulb hooked up to a dimmer circuit, you'll find they last a lot longer than one that's not. The dimmer takes a bit of power, even when on "full". At 90% power, they last almost indefinitely.
"The light that burns twice as bright, burns half as long" (Bladerunner)
"The brightest light burns briefest" (someone). More poetic license.
LanceFlash
10-10-2003, 12:29 AM
How is the picture quality on the X1?
How much light do you have in the room with the xi.
The guys at projector central seem to think that this projector is amazing. I am going to see it for myself in a week or 2.
I am starting to loose interest in paying big dollars for a RPTV that will drop 2k cdn in price within a year.
Lowpro
10-13-2003, 05:39 PM
The picture quality to me is simply amazing! Whether it's HD, DVD's or DIRECTV. I sold entry level HD RPTV's, some DLP RPTV's and plasma's where I used to work and they can't even begin to hold a candle to the X1. Not only that, but with the X1 you are not limited to size. Placement was limited in my room. My best solution was under my coffee table which worked out perfect. It's about 12-14 feet from the wall where I have my DIY screen hanging and I ended up with a 90" 1.33:1 / 82" 1.78:1 screen area. To get yourself into a 82" HD RPTV it will set you back 20k if I am not mistaken. Mitsubishi is one of the only ones that make one that large. For under a $1000 the X1 will not disappoint. Most agree that it even holds it's own against the more expensive front projectors as well. I have not had the opportunity to try more expensive units, but seeing as this is my first entry into FP I really don't see the need to look any further this go round.
Lighting does need to be controlled. I can have a good deal of light on in the house as long as it's not hitting the same wall that my screen is on. I keep the lighting in my home theatre area controlled 24/7 anyway so it's not a problem for me. The projector illuminates the room all on it's own. Enough so that I can make out text on magazines and such sitting on the coffee table in front of me. This is with all lights in the house off except the projector of course. When I used to have my RPTV and all the lights off I could not see a glass sitting in front of me on the coffee table much less read text off magazine covers. It's nice to be able to get up while a flic is on and not have to fumble around in the dark.
Last night during the opening of Monday night football the sports announcers looked like they could have been in the same room with you. It's that lifelike! I'm sure it gets better than this, but I've not had to opportunity to check it out. I've been seriously addicted to HD programming since I hooked myself up with the X1. Any high quality HD programming will floor you. Compared to a direct view set or even your higher end RPTV's I've just never seen a picture approach anything close to what the X1 does. You definately owe it to give FP a shot. I sold my old analog RPTV for $1200 and picked up the X1, materials for my DIY screen, and the long cable runs I needed. Talk about an upgrade! It's sad that the general public does not have an easy way to see what FP can do an especially an entry level FP like the X1. If they did those 2-4k RPTV's would not be the hot ticket item at your local electronics retailer. I made a leap of faith and as many have said before me, "I'll never go back the way of RPTV."
Yang1815
10-19-2003, 01:53 PM
Lowpro, you got me all interested in FP... I was debating either something like the X1 or the TV I have right now (same price...) and the thing that bothers me is the nativec solution on a projector's like 800 by 600... I just didn't understand how that works with 1080i... Maybe I should try selling my TV and get an X1 :D
Lowpro
10-19-2003, 08:45 PM
I was the same way concerning the SVGA rating of the X1. How good could 800X600 be I thought to myself. Well when you combine DLP technology with what InFocus has done with the X1 it is more than impressive. I recommend throwing the ratings out the window and just due yourself a favor ... pick one up and run some 720p/1080i source material to this baby and be prepared to be wow'd! If it does not meet your expectations and you could do better for less than you could always return it. I picked mine up at Best Buy. They have a full 30 day return policy and you don't have to be hassled by the salespeople since Best Buy does not offer Performance Service Plans on front projectors.
Yang1815
10-20-2003, 01:21 AM
that's the thing... I bought my TV at Best Buy, like maybe almost a month now... I'm still debating whether if I should exchange it again for the projector or not... I don't know... I gotta see it I think... But they don't have'em set up for it!!!
Lowpro
10-20-2003, 09:10 AM
If you lived in Maryland you could come over to my place and check out Monday Night Football. That would sell you.
Yang1815
10-20-2003, 12:12 PM
I wish I were in Maryland... Hmm... But thanks for the offer though.
