Buy Epson PowerLite S1+ Multimedia LCD Video ProjectorEpson PowerLite S1+ Multimedia LCD Video Projector Product Description:
- 800 x 600 SVGA native resolution, compatible up to 1,024 x 768
- 1,400 ANSI lumens, 500:1 contrast ratio
- Supports HDTV, NTSC, and PAL signals; S-video and component inputs
- 16:9 and 4:3 screen selectable aspect ratios
- PC compatible; 2-year warranty
Product Description
Get brilliant, full-featured performance with this Epson PowerLite S1+ Multimedia Projector. Features 1,400 ANSI lumens; SVGA resolution; and convenient setup flexibility. Includes power and computer cables; air filter; projector remote control; presentation remote control; soft carrying case; and quick setup sheet.
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89 of 89 people found the following review helpful.
Great projector, low cost and low bulb replacement cost
By Caldwell
When searching for a projector I had the following criteria which the Epson S1+ met.Low Cost - Best price I found - Amazon - 749.00Low Noise - Epson S1+ is 33dBMinimum 800x600 ResolutionNative 4:3 Aspect RatioHigh ANSI Lumens - Epson S1+ is 1400Decent Contrast Ratio - Epson S1+ is 400:1Low Cost Bulb replacement ($150-$200)For the cost, there was no other projector on the market that could compete. I did not want the lower end DLP projectors, due to rainbow effects that can happen. I also wanted a projector that would be cost effective after the initial purchase. The S1+ bulbs can be found for $150.00 to $200.00, compared to $350-$400 for competitors. BTW: This unit will be used in a small church for Sunday services and cost was a big factor when investing and researching bulb replacement costs.How does it work?We get a great image for our church service with full house lights on, this projector is brilliant. Very, low noise. Most of the time it is used with PowerPoint presentations, but it also does a great job with DVD projection.Image Size?This unit projects a BIG image from a short distance, if you need a large picture, but do not have the space...this may be the projector for you.Quality?I am really impressed with the fit, finish and quality of the Epson projector and will be purchasing the Powerlite Home 10+ for my home theater.How does it compare?I have an Infocus X2 and and NEC VT470 projector and I would take the Epson S1+ over either one of these any day.
35 of 35 people found the following review helpful.quality screen with a price that doesn't kill
By Lynn M. Greene
-Yes, since this is an LCD projector it has several limitations, including the screen door affect and is also has limited resolution at 800X600. Although many people kick up a fuss about both of these traits, neither really matters. If you sit close enough to see the screen door affect or the individual pixels for that matter, then you probably won't be able to see the whole screen because you are sitting less than one foot away from it.I bought my S1+ about 2 months ago and use it everyday. It has taken a beating when I take it friend's houses, parties, ECT. But has shown no signs of the abuse. When it is set up anywhere from 30" to 60" it looks the same as plasma or a large projector, except it is better because it does not have the glare of a normal TV. Since it's purchase I have also set up a 14-foot screen made of poster board in my garage (it will project nicely almost anywhere on almost any surface), which looks awesome and beats almost any other theater that I've ever been in.When I first started looking through projectors I wanted something that should accept any interface that I threw at it. When I came across the S1+ I was intimidated because I didn't know how well it would project video games such as Halo2 for XBOX. After it's purchase I was relieved to find that I could have my computer, XBOX and PS2 all hooked up to the projector at the same time and switch between them using the remote control that came with it. All of them are awesome, especially with surround sound and games like DOOM3. Even when split into 4 screens for Halo, it's still quality. Also this is a pretty bright projector, I can have my windows open with several lights on and still easily the screen as if it was a TV.This costs less then a plasma or a projection TV and can be made much smaller or larger then either. When they say 30"-300" they mean it. It will consume any wall you put in front of it.Last, it is the easiest thing to transport I have ever seen. For a LAN party I throw my projector, surround sound system and my XBOX into my backpack, jump on my motorcycle and am off in just a few minutes.If you are new to projectors or are just looking for a large HD TV at a good price, then this is the one that I recommend.I am not sure how long the bulb last (some people say they die quickly), mine is just passing 500 hours, but they only cost $175, which is significantly less then most other projectors (around $350).
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful.
When it works, it works well...
By Scott H. Molley
Before getting into how this projector works, I need to preface by saying that I am on my second projector and third bulb in 2.5 months. I teach school, and need the projector about 4 times/day at 15-20 minutes per use. Perhaps I should have considered a machine capable running consistently during a demanding duty cycle, but solid state electronics are usually not phased by this (and the bulbs, priced as they are, should not be either.)When this projector works, it works well. It has a nice, bright image and good clarity/detail. It is quiet, runs cool, is light, and fairly portable. Compared to others on the market, the value per dollar is excellent. I seem to have had machines with teething problems though.My first projector, purchased new mid-January of 2005, exhibited all the symptoms of a bad bulb within 2 weeks, and 20 hours on the clock. I called Epson tech. service, was walked through some diagnostics, and was told that a new projector would be out quickly. I received my "new" projector (actually a refurb. unit with more hours on the bulb than mine had) the next morning. Great turnaround, but to get a refurbished unit for my two-week new one, especially with the bulb hours as they were was no bargain. I called customer service to voice my opinion on this and they agreed that I was due compensation - I was promised a new bulb but never received it. I am still fighting for one. The second projector worked for another 2 weeks, then operation became intermittant for a few hours, then the unit stopped working completely.After another over the phone diagnosis, the rep. told me the bulb was bad, but that bulbs were out of stock -- same story I had received earlier. As of this writing, I am still waiting.I don't know if this problem is endemic to this machine, but mine is certainly no gem. Maybe I need a heavy-duty model. I've always followed directions for cool down, haven't abused it, but continue to suffer the same problem on what is becoming a consistent basis. If I was rich, this wouldn't be problem, I'd just trade up. I give this machine a "C", and I give Epson's Customer Service Dept. a "C-". Next time, initial cost will not be such a huge issue in my purchase decision.
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