May 29 Podcast #950: Setting Up AV over IP
Many of our listeners ask us about the best way to setup distributed AV systems. Mainly for audio but occasionally video as well. In the old days of analog this was a complex task that required a ton of wiring and big heavy equipment. Now that IP is almost everywhere (both wired and wireless) it's much easier to do. The following are things to consider when setting up a distributed digital AV system. We laso run down a list of top projectors in their category and ask what will it take to get you to go back to the movies in person.
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Setting Up AV over IP
Many of our listeners ask us about the best way to setup distributed AV systems. Mainly for audio but occasionally video as well. In the old days of analog this was a complex task that required a ton of wiring and big heavy equipment. Now that IP is almost everywhere (both wired and wireless) it's much easier to do. The following are things to consider when setting up a distributed digital AV system.
Advantages
Makes use of an existing infrastructure (wired and wireless) to distribute audio. Easier to expand. Can easily add more ports to a router. This also makes things like video walls simpler to do. Finally there is size and cost. Analog equipment is bulkier and more costly.
Infrastructure Wiring Topology Differences
It's essentially the same thing. Your routers and equipment can be in a closet similar to distribution amps. It's a star topology.
Mix and Match different Technologies.
Maximum flexibility allowing mixing and matching without the need for multiple scalers. The different formats and resolutions transmit over the same infrastructure without conversions.
What to look for in HDMI Cables that Claims to be 2.1 Compliant
Since there are not any “Official” 2.1 compliant cables, what do you look for when a company advertises their cables as being 2.1 compliant? Reputation of the company. Does their current products meet the claims made about it for previous versions of the HDMI spec. Do your research about the cable. Read reviews!
Using a Single Ecosystem
Products are designed to work together seamlessly. Installation and setup are easier. Additional devices appear in control apps without the need for programming. At most you will provide a specific name and location for the device. You have a single contact point for customer service.
Top Ten Projectors based on Price range from Projector Central
We’ll give you the top projector in each price class and link to the rest of the list.
From Optoma — The Optoma GT1080HDR is built for gamers, with a short throw for easy setup and mobility, 1080p HDR quality, 4K input compatibility and 3,800 lumens for ultra-bright performance in ambient light. In Enhanced Gaming Mode with a 120Hz refresh rate, the projector delivers an 8.4ms response time to ensure blur-free visuals with no lag. The GT1080HDR easily connects to a variety of gaming consoles, media players and additional entertainment sources. The Optoma GT1080HDR is the perfect game-time companion.
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Resolution: 1920x1080 DLP
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Brightness: 3800 ANSI Lumens
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Light Source: Lamp
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Throw Distance: 3'-8" at 100"
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$799 Sep 2019 Model
From Optoma — Supercharge your huge-screen experience with the 3,400 lumens, 4K UHD Optoma UHD50X projector. Engineered for movies and gaming, the UHD50X delivers incredible details and vibrant colors that bring the cinematic experience home. Gamers can take advantage of the ultra-fast 1080p 240 Hz refresh rate for blur-free visuals with outstanding smoothness. Combining the blur-busting refresh rate with Enhanced Gaming Mode results in 16ms response time, or 25ms at 4K UHD, for a competitive gaming advantage.
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Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
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Brightness: 3400 ANSI Lumens
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Light Source: Lamp
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Throw Distance: 8'-9" — 11'-7" at 100"
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$1,599 Mar 2020 Model
From Optoma — The Optoma P1 delivers a razor-sharp 3,000 lumen, 8.3-million-pixel image, allowing viewers to project up to a 120-inch image from just inches away. The Optoma CinemaX P1 incorporates the latest Smart+ features from Optoma, including smart home compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant capabilities, IFTTT support for seamless smart home automation with smart IoT devices & easy access to streaming services, including Netflix, Hulu, & Amazon Prime Video, through the Optoma Marketplace. With Optoma's Smart+ technology, users can take control of their home theater with voice commands, including powering on and off the projector, pausing content & more.
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Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
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Brightness: 3000 ANSI Lumens
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Light Source: Laser
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Throw Distance: 22" at Image Size: 100" (Lens not front of unit)
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$3,799 Sep 2019 Model
From LG Electronics — Seeing Is Believing. LG's Cinebeam Ultra Short Throw projector will throw a huge image, with the brilliance and clarity of 4K UHD, at an incredibly short distance from the source. The HU85LA's image warping function allows you to adjust screen distortion and set up a more precise screen by using the 12-point adjustment on the screen.
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Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
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Brightness: 2700 ANSI Lumens
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Light Source: Laser
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Throw Distance: 17" at Image Size: 100" (Lens not front of unit)
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$5,797 Jul 2019 Model
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