Projectors from major manufacturers are increasingly entering the niche of home multimedia equipment. Developers improve the image quality of projections, expand the communication capabilities of the equipment and add new features, which logically attracts the attention of consumers. Moreover, in a number of operational capabilities, this technique is ahead of large-format TVs with LCD screens. It remains only to make the best decision in terms of choosing the right model. The list of candidates under consideration must include an LG sound projector, available in different versions. The built-in audio system is not a strong point of most projectors of different brands, since the small dimensions of the device contradict the quality implementation of this part, but the Korean company manages to combine both parameters.
Types of LG Sound Projectors
By design, you can distinguish ultra-compact, standard monoblock and hybrid projectors. The first are small in size, which is convenient when transporting the projector, for example, to the country. The standard ones have balanced characteristics and are ideal for organizing a home multimedia center. Hybrid models are distinguished by the presence of screens on which the image is fed. In terms of the principle of operation, we can note LG LED and laser projectors, which are considered the most technologically advanced. At the moment, most of the Korean projectors are still Led models, since they are more affordable for the average consumer and at the same time are provided with wide functionality. Laser models are characterized by high-quality image presentation, but are hazardous to vision. Therefore, LG uses a special mode in this type of model in which reducing the critical distance from the eyes to the beam source automatically turns off the projector.
Main characteristics
For the user, such parameters as brightness, resolution and the physical format of the matrix are important. The average brightness in the line of LG projectors is 500-1500 lumens (Lm). This is enough to use the device at home to watch movies. If movie shows are planned under artificial lighting, it is better to choose a model with a luminous flux of the order of 1000-1500 Lm. The lower bar in this value also does not exclude obtaining a three-dimensional and saturated image, but at least in the evening light. Resolution and matrix format are usually interconnected. For example, the 16: 9 format is considered optimal, in which you can count on providing the popular Full HD resolution or even ultra-modern HD 4K. LG ultra-compact projectors may well be limited to the VGA 640x480 format, but this is enough if the device is planned to be used in the field without special claims to image quality.
Model LG PF1500G
The apparatus of the middle segment, the cost of which is about 70 thousand rubles. According to the manufacturer, the PF1500G is suitable for all operating modes of projectors, which again contributes to the compactly implemented 3 W + 3 W stereo system. If its potential is not enough, then the user will be able to use a wireless connection via Bluetooth - the LG PF1500G projector interacts with both full-format speakers and headphones.
As for the image characteristics, the luminous flux has a brightness of 1400 Lm, while ensuring cinematic image quality up to 120 inches. Cable TV set-top boxes, PCs, tablets, smartphones and other devices that support Screen Share content, among others, can act as a video source. Like many LG multimedia projectors , this modification allows you to work with common office presentation formats. By connecting a USB flash drive with prepared materials, you can project not only individual images and video files, but also PPT, Word and Excel documents.
Model LG PB60G
To begin with, it should be noted that the PB6 series is famous for its ultra-compact cases. Moreover, LG was almost the first to offer such a profitable form factor. However, the modest dimensions could not but affect the optimization of the filling. So, the sound system is implemented by stereo speakers 1 W + 1 W, which, of course, will not impress the discerning film enthusiast, and even more so the music lover sensitive to detail. The same can be said about the qualities of the projector itself. The brightness is only 500 Lm, and the maximum resolution is 1280x800. As a result, the maximum screen size will be no more than 100 inches. But in terms of functional content, the LG PB60G projector fully complies with modern requirements. The device has an HDMI port, DLP 3D matrix, automatic image adjustments, wireless connectivity, etc.
Hecto Model
This version of the projector is in many ways unusual and even experimental in some ways. It is a hybrid of a television and a classic projector. Combined models were already popular some time ago and were a massive case with a screen in which the internal projection was carried out. In this case, the projector and screen are placed separately from each other, which saves space. The flat screen itself has a format of 100 inches and is installed at a distance of 22 inches from the projector unit. And in this decision, experts trace a significant drawback - due to the close distance of the projection, the image is somewhat blurred and elongated. Also, do not forget that the LG Hecto is a laser projector, in which there is no ordinary light lamp. The transition to a laser source allowed to increase the service life up to 25 000 hours of direct operation. As for the sound, it is provided by two 10 W speakers. An increase in the size of this part was made possible by a change in design.
Model PH150G
A budget projector worth 30 thousand, which is suitable for use at home and for office tasks. As a projection source, a conventional LED lamp was used, the brightness of which was 130 Lm. A set of communication tools include interfaces USB, HDMI, Wi-Fi, headphone output and Bluetooth. The sound is reproduced by small speakers 1 W + 1 W, so you should not expect special acoustic advantages from the model. It is noteworthy that the LG projectors of this series, thanks to the optimized “stuffing” with low power consumption, also allow the possibility of battery power.
LG Sound Projector Reviews
Models of projectors of this brand are appreciated for the overall quality of performance. Even experts note the advantages of light-optical elements, which are used to supply projection. Ordinary users also point to a rich option. Even the low-cost sound projector LG can have a TV tuner, FHD system, next-generation communication support, etc. Although the disadvantages include the reduced capabilities of network functions. For example, another Korean manufacturer Samsung, according to reviews, significantly surpasses LG in terms of implementing the idea of “Smart TV”.
Conclusion
In the family of projectors of this company, you can find models for different purposes. Most of them are universal, but with a different level of image quality and functional equipment. In the initial link are LG projectors of small sizes that support formats up to a maximum of 1280x800. Such models are available for 25-30 thousand. Premium modifications are estimated at 100-130 thousand or more. Moreover, these are not necessarily professional devices. Such solid price tags are due to the presence of modern interfaces, support for 4K image format, the implementation of wireless communication channels and 3D technologies.