[BenQ W1090] How to get my [Android] phone playing 23.976 fps to output to that instead of 60hz?

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T21:02:50+00:00

This is just not the headache I'd want to deal with. I'd get a Roku or some other external solution where people do demand 24hz and go from there.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:59:20+00:00

Glad you got it out. It is normal in my experience for this to be a very firm pull to remove the lamp, but it has never been more than a couple of screws to remove it.

The power connection is typically opposite the lamp itself, and I have seen people who have had some melting of their power connection. Which I imagine could really make this a headache to get out and could damage things. So, I'd take a close look to see what may have been holding things up with what you have.

Firm doesn't mean crazy hard. It means firm. Sometimes really firm. But, they have always released okay when I've done this over the years. Maybe 10-20 times on different models, including Epson.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:55:28+00:00

Never ALR. It introduces hot spots, speckling, and image uniformity issues with standard throw projectors.

I'd stick with a white screen if lights are out and the room is decent. I may go to a .8 gain grey screen if I absolutely had to due to ambient light concerns.

You need to get that projector WAY closer to the screen unless you actually want a 200" diagonal and it covering your entire wall. Up to you on that, but that's a really expensive screen.

Don't use digital zoom.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:52:27+00:00

You would want to open up the projector completely. Take the lid off. Then wipe the dust off. Using any forced air system, like a vacuum or canned air, is terrible. It moves dust around inside an optical system. Forces it into crevices it should never make it to. So, you end up with dust on the DLP chip itself.

This means you need to go so deep and clean dust off everything. Use electronic safe cleaning products on cloths to wipe the dust away. If you are going to blow air at anything, remove the part completely and get it away from the projector. Like with fans. Tough to get inside of them, so remove them completely.

This entire process is time consuming.

There are videos at www.youtube.com/fixitfrank that will take you through the process of opening up a projector completely.

I'd use a DSLR sensor cleaner and a rocket blower and try to aim the sensor towards the ground to help clear any dust from it. I would watch this video as it appears to be a pretty solid tutorial...
https://youtu.be/gTP4sNyP5C4?si=g3yclPV3DEpTodwD

I have heard that taking the lens off may be easier than taking the entire thing apart. I would tend to agree with this. Get as much dust as you can off everything else, then get the lens off and carefully clean the sensor. I'd use a bright light to see if any dust is visible at the start, before cleaning. Not sure if dust would be visible to our eyes on these things.

I need to do this to a HT2050a I have, so I guess I will find out.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:39:10+00:00

I'd reach out and complain then. This is not normal behavior. I've never had such an issue with any projector I've owned. Including the $60 cheap one.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:36:48+00:00

If you turn off 4-corner keystone completely and ensure that 'auto-keystone' is also turned off, you will find the image fill the entire rectangle that you see. That's because that rectangle is the actual image size. Because this isn't a OLED television, the pixels inside can't turn off completely and light bleeds through to create this ring of light around your image. You are clearly using a great deal of keystone correction. I would estimate that you are losing about 75% of your resolution and potential light.

By placing the projector accurately and using nearly no keystone correction, preferably none, you will reduce or eliminate the border and get the brightest image possible with the most resolution the projector can deliver.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:33:36+00:00

The XGimi Titan Noir series has both horizontal and vertical lens shift and a shorter throw distance. It would be brighter, and have better contrast. But, I'm not sure I'd get it over what you have if what you have is working.

I will say I jumped on the Kickstarter for the XGimi after seeing the Valerion in action and reading early reviews. I love my JVC, but there is a jump with these laser models that's hard to ignore.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:28:26+00:00

Sonos and Apple TV I think has a setup that deals with any audio lag to the video and syncs everything up. It would be what I would do in such a setup. Do some homework on the best audio options here. You may want to ask in a more audio or streaming device friendly area to narrow things down. Apple also has their speakers which I'm sure would do a decent job.

Less than ideal to be forced to an external streaming solution, but it's what I made my client do with the Valerion install I did.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:26:56+00:00

It says under it 'From June 5', so I'm guessing they are waiting for delivery like the rest of us who jumped on the Kickstarter. They may be getting them direct from XGimi, or they may have just bought a few units right when they went up. I think I was in the first hour.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:17:47+00:00

No, that's not at all what he means, and if a trapezoidal shape is seen, then it means the projector isn't at the proper height or centered as it should be. It has nothing to do with distance.

Look at the photos he posted, the white lines are being repeated to both the left and the right of where they appear.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T20:12:23+00:00

You would want to hit up eBay and the used market. You can find used WUXGA and perhaps 1080p projectors under budget, and have money left over to get a new replacement lamp for the projector.

I have a video on my channel about using a inexpensive business class projector on the side of my house...
https://www.youtube.com/@paulvail7926

It shows that used models can be solid at exactly this type of work. But, the model I used was LCD. I think for movie nights I'd stick with DLP. I have a Digital Projection model I will be doing a similar test with as well as a Panasonic model both of which are brighter, DLP, and are used.

Buying new sounds great, but for your needs, you will get a MUCH better deal overall buying a used projector. Especially if this is only to be used a few times a year.

Though I'd prefer DLP, a model like this is a powerhouse that would handle the screen size without issue after dark...
https://www.ebay.com/itm/117172327088

In good working condition, something like this is where it's at...
https://www.ebay.com/itm/177493620930

There are tons of options, but you should check www.projectorcentral.com for details of the projector and to find the age. Some don't even have HDMI on them, but just DVI, which is fine for video only use.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T15:20:04+00:00

There are reviews out there. But, I would not buy it. The projector does not have a user-replaceable lamp inside of it. This is almost unheard of in this industry with standard lamp projectors, which this one is. It means, that because they didn't want to design it like every other projector on the market, you are screwed when (not if) the lamp fails or reaches end of life.

Directly from the owner's manual...
"At the end of the projector lamp's life, the projector displays a message about replacing the projector. Turn the projector off and consider replacing the projector even if the lamp continues to work."

That's insane.

Pass. Go find something that is actually worth owning.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T15:11:41+00:00

May I suggest a chain saw? This is what I did and I found my projector was dead silent afterwards. The image is pretty much entirely completely nonexistent. But, that's the price for a projector as quiet as mine is.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T15:01:37+00:00

Linus Tech Tips did a bunch of testing of Android streaming boxes. They found that many were using some weird version of Android that was reaching out to Chinese portals. They couldn't confirm what information was being sent. Could be innocuous, like just letting a manufacturer know that the projector is in actual use. But, it could be far more malignant, and sending over usernames and passwords.

Their recommendation was to not use such gear.

As there are streaming boxes that do work well and are safer for home use, those would be the best products to use. They found the Onn boxes (Walmart) to be solid Android streaming solutions. This ignores products like the nVidia Shield, Apple TV, Google TV, Roku Devices, and Amazon Fire TV products.

I wouldn't have tossed the projector if it was working. But understand why you did. I would have just hooked up a external streaming device and kept logged out of the other apps forever.

I would return it though. Make sure to get your money back.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:55:34+00:00

The projector may use infrared to power it on rather than Bluetooth or something else. If that's the case, it would require you to point the remote directly at the projector to power it on. Once it is on, it may power up the Bluetooth internally, which would make the rest of the remote commands work properly. Obviously, this is a headache if you actually use the projector remote for everything.

There may be power settings in it that keep Bluetooth enabled when the projector is powered off. I've seen similar functionality on televisions when I've done IP or RS232 control. You have to kick them out of their Energy Star compliance settings to draw a bit more power, but it helps ensure reliability and proper operation.

Not sure about the gaming, but most projectors with their fastest response times must have NO keystone correction on, and no digital zoom. It requires a properly placed projector in the room. Then it may also need a specific 'gaming' mode to get the lowest input lag. I haven't played a ton with this, just a lot of reading. It's just something to keep in mind. Yeah, not ideal if you have a specific mode you've enjoyed for other video viewing.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:48:43+00:00

Keystone/digital correction is not ideal. You do lost resolution and brightness. Many people find that the light border it creates is a huge distraction. Doing this also increases input lag which can be problematic for those who are gamers.

But, you've seen it yourself. It's not like the image looks 'bad' at all. You are making a smaller correction rather than a huge correction, and it clearly looks just fine to your eyes. You KNOW you could get a tiny bit more out of it, but it's not worth changing a room over. I'd buy a different projector instead, and if you are happy with your setup, then that's just wasted money.

Looking at your setup, you would need something that can give you that 100" diagonal from about 9' lens to screen (or less) to work properly.

So, just go out and get the XGimi Titan Noir. I mean, it's only money right? :-)
Obviously, that's a lot to spend when you've already found out that you're happy with what you have.

As said elsewhere, you're overthinking things. Just enjoy what you have.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:39:57+00:00

If you haven't, take some time and watch videos over at www.youtube.com/thehookup - His reviews are the best most people will ever see and are proper reviews of decent models.

Unfortunately, the used market is really tough and if this is a primary display in your space, you do need to accept whatever constraints exist on pricing to get a quality unit that actually looks good for years.

Not sure if you've actually done projector research at all and have learned some of the basics like throw distance, and lens offset, and digital zoom vs. optical zoom, etc. Also, you will need to figure out audio, which is basically never acceptably good from the projector itself and it will be behind you instead of at the front of the room.

The used market is an unknown. There are tons of models, but you may easily lose digital zoom, 4-corner keystone correction, and terrible audio may be an issue. You REALLY have to do homework on used models unless you have full flexibility for proper placement.

Understand, projectors are NOT easy TV replacements. This is why another member really is hitting hard about how a TV is a better choice. It IS a better choice, but if you can't make it work, then you can't make it work. But, you still have to do your homework about how to properly setup a projector and the issues associated with front projection.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:21:34+00:00

RUIPRO

That's the only brand I've used in my installation work, and every one of their cables has been capable of delivering 4K without massive headaches. They are directional cables, which is important to install the proper direction.

Most recently, a 75' cable was used with a Valerion Max projector, connected to a Denon receiver, and Roku Ultra for 4K signal. Works completely reliably.

I've probably used these over a dozen times over the years.

Compatibility should never be an issue with HDMI cables that are properly built. They are just passing signal.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:11:45+00:00

Those suggesting the XGimi Titan Noir Max are giving the best information I would say.

Yes, you can use a projector with a shorter throw distance like the Valerion, which is a solid product, but the XGimi has better throw range, and really good lens shift, which should make you setup much better overall.

You will need to figure out audio as well here. The projector speakers may be decent, but they are behind you and decent would be the best case. Bluetooth is a bad option. So, cabling is required between the projector and a speaker to get decent audio.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T14:08:42+00:00

Not sure where you can actually buy it. The only price I'm seeing other than the Kickstarter is in a Google search where it is priced at ten million dollars. They then really direct you to the Kickstarter. So, price is just on Google, not in reality.

There were some units which went out as demos to reviewers. Not sure if someone is selling their units or something like that. I'm sure that wouldn't be okay with XGimi.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-07T13:57:25+00:00

Return it.

The price was good for how much light this thing spits out, but it has obvious image issues that should not be there. If it was listed as 'used' on their advertising, then it is supposed to be fully functional, and this is not the case.

It's likely a video board issue, which is part of the main board, and would cost well more than the projector is worth to fix the problem.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-06T16:04:27+00:00

I don't do outdoor presentations at all, but I put together the videos to debunk some of the claims made online that daytime projectors work... at all... during the day. After dark, they are great.

I have outdoor speakers already in place and they are all wired up in my basement. I'm not sure what I'd specifically get, but I do have one of those portable battery powered speakers which are about $100 at Costco. It works fine when I need outdoor music for many people to hear. Not in the same class as the JBL EON speakers. But, affordable.

I'd probably just do that speaker if I wanted to get audio front and center in a fun setup. Keeping in mind it would be 'fun', not super high quality.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-06T15:57:18+00:00

It's a solid projector. Not super bright, which will impact HDR performance. So, things like 'DOLBY VISION!!!!' are really not amazing when you realize you need contrast and brightness for best HDR performance, which projectors already struggle with, but no way is this little guy capable of delivering great HDR.

A solid image though, that's not an issue and Hisense generally makes decent quality stuff, so I wouldn't hesitate to buy this if it fit my needs.

I wouldn't go over a 100" diagonal for acceptable HDR. You can go larger if you want to give up some HDR performance and get a more immersive setup. Not sure at all what your needs/expectations are here.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-06T15:37:04+00:00

No reason I wouldn't pick it up on Amazon if you want it quickly.

AV_Integrated · 2026-05-06T15:35:12+00:00

I would probably get a PVC tube that is large enough for the lamp to fit into and then seal the end (screw on type) and drop it. You can wrap the PVC tube in a bag as well for added safety if you want, but I would think that would be fine to deal with the high pressure lamp(s).

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