By Manish Bakshi, Managing Director at BenQ Middle East
If you’re looking for an office presentation solution that will help your business thrive, a short-throw projector is the way to go. Short-throw projectors are designed for easy operation and offer many benefits that traditional projectors can’t match. With a short-throw projector, everyone in the room can see the projection clearly, making it ideal for brainstorming sessions and group presentations. The large screen size also makes it easy to share ideas and get feedback from others. Since short-throw projectors don’t require a lot of space to operate, they’re much easier to set up and use than traditional projectors. You won’t have to worry about moving any furniture around or dealing with tangled cords. Short throw projectors produce a bright, clear image that is perfect for presentations and video conferencing; and the high resolution makes text and images look sharp.
Short throw projectors can be positioned much closer to the screen or wall than standard ones, so there’s less room required for effectively using them. Owing to their higher brightness levels, short throw projectors can be used in well-lit rooms as well, depending on their lumens’ specification. The right short-throw projector may considerably enhance how you conduct meetings or make a sales pitch when properly utilized. The finest projectors in this category can produce wonderfully sharp pictures. When it comes to buying a short-throw projector for your office, here are some things to think about:
The resolution of a projector is essentially the number of pixels it can display. A higher resolution means that the projector can display more detail, which is important for showing fine details in things like text documents or spreadsheet data. Also, when choosing a short throw projector, make sure to consider the size of the room you’ll be using it in as well as the distance between the projector and the screen or wall. BenQ offers a wide range of short-throw projectors, to cater to all kinds of office spaces.
A higher lumen rating means that the projector can produce a brighter image, which is important for using the projector in rooms with lots of ambient light. Brightness of lamps is measured in lumens, and the brighter the projector, the easier it will be to see in a well-lit room. Smart short-throw projectors today deliver several times more brightness than traditional business projectors that required a dim room to be able to project a decent picture.
The throw ratio is the distance between the projector and the screen or wall divided by the width of the image. A lower throw ratio means that you can position the projector closer to the screen or wall. Short-throw projectors have a throw ratio of less than 1.5, while standard projectors have a throw ratio of 2 or more. For example, BenQ’s E800 series of smart projectors includes short-throw models with 0.49 and 0.61 throw ratios, making it simple for users to project an 80-inch-wide image from less than a meter away.
Make sure that the short-throw projector you’re considering is easy to set up and use. The best models will be plug-and-play, so you won’t need to fiddle with any complicated settings. The BenQ EX800ST, for example, can instantly convert any room into a video conferencing space, without burning a hole in your pocket. With exclusive driver-free wireless projection, this short throw projector is compatible with any device, thus, empowering users to connect and get started with immediate effect, saving precious time and hassle.
Short throw projectors usually have HDMI ports and VGA, and USB inputs so that you can connect them to laptops, computers, and other devices. Be sure to check the inputs and connectivity options on the projector before you buy it. Some also have built-in speakers, which can be useful for presentations. BenQ’s latest smart short-throw projectors, for example, are a step ahead as they come equipped with a built-in Android operating system for quick and easy wireless projection, along with productivity apps that help deliver presentations seamlessly.
Some short-throw projectors come with additional features that may be very useful in the long-run. It is important to consider what additional features a projector has to offer and if it’s something that makes sense for your particular use case. BenQ’s EW800ST, for example, features an innovative dustproof sensor that prevents dust from accumulating on the colour wheel to ensure excellent colour accuracy and effectively prolongs the projector’s lifespan. Its engine is IP5X-certified and offers complete protection against hair, dust, and other particulate matter, to guarantee a superb experience over the long term. This feature can be especially useful in offices to help avoid germ and dust transmission between presenters.
The cost of short throw projectors varies greatly. Before you begin looking, think about how much you can spend on your projector and how much you’re willing to spend. Keep in mind that the most expensive projector models aren’t always the best performers. As a result, it’s critical to find a balance between price and functionality.
