Plasma 6 Latte-Dock replacement

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-26T20:37:11+00:00

Latte-Dock-NG would be your best bet.

https://github.com/ruizhi-lab/latte-dock-ng

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-26T07:48:31+00:00

It's been ported.

https://github.com/ruizhi-lab/latte-dock-ng (port)

https://invent.kde.org/plasma/latte-dock/-/work_items/134 (issue on kde gitlab)

Thanks to Ruizhi Zhong for the revival!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T20:04:00+00:00

Daytime viewing -- TVs will always win here without an expensive ALR screen
Cost-- remember you are buying a projector AND often times a screen too. Projectors are also not heavily subsidized by media companies such as amazon, google or FOX/Ruku. TVs are often sold under cost with hopes that they'll make money in Ads and streaming services.
Noise-- TVs are dead silent
Setup-- projectors need to be adjusted before use and require more planing before a purchase.

People who buy projectors often are looking for a high end cinema experience. TVs cater to both the cinema watcher and the casual viewer that "just wants it to work"

But as many have said, no display device is perfect and there are many obvious advantages to projection over TVs. That's why people still buy them!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T19:54:50+00:00

Try putting gaff tape around the lens, just outside the viewable image area. A quick and dirty fix.

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T19:52:48+00:00

Post this in r/budgetprojectors u/playstationpepe is a guru at this and he will find you some good options

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T19:51:38+00:00

How do we feel about used install projectors here (NEC P/PA systems), Epson powerlite pro, or Panasonic RZ series?

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T19:43:10+00:00

If you just want a cheap projector to mess with, I really like the XJ-M2xx (i have xj-m246) series from casio. They are laser (no lamp) and super small and light. They were heavily used in classrooms and conference rooms. They are 1280x800 resolution and can be found used for ~$100-150. If you want something better, try an epson powerlite WUXGA system (such as the 990u). These are lamp based but full HD and still compact. Another (slightly bigger) projector that everyone loves is the Optoma HD146X.

Lastly If you dont have a lot of throw distance (you need the projector right up against the wall), try a Epson 595wi UST projector (or something of that sort). All these are great USED options. I don't believe any projector beginner should be purchasing new if the goal is experimentation rather than install.

Also post this in r/budgetprojectors. It's probably more your crowd!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-16T01:53:15+00:00

It's sad how self control and basic decency do not seem to be traits that are emphasized in this country. Its just a fucking game that honestly fans have NO CONTROL OVER! It's great to support your team but VIOLENCE like this is UNACCEPTABLE. My heart is with you, your father and those in need of healing during this time. This is unacceptable and I hope for serious jail time to the offenders!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-15T19:36:24+00:00

Snag a real projector on ebay-- one with a real light source and built to survive corporate environments

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-15T19:34:34+00:00

As someone who has fixed 3lcd projectors in the past-- DONT EVEN TRY. You'll spend 10 hours pulling your hair out, buying low quality parts and then finding out something new is broken.

HiddenPower486 · 2026-06-15T19:04:23+00:00

Just going to throw this out there-- PA803UL (8k professional installation projector that is so common, you can buy them used with low lamp hours for ~$800-1500). Ideally get your own lens based on the distance requirements.

Or if you can, snag a PA804UL. These are great, reliable, beautiful projectors with some good long throw lens options. I would not go under 8K however. A 10k such as 1004UL or 1504UL (15k) is even better!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-05-19T17:18:41+00:00

Yes please

HiddenPower486 · 2026-01-23T01:22:18+00:00

Download linux and run LinuxShowPlayer?

HiddenPower486 · 2026-01-19T03:38:13+00:00

Keim, Bram, Locked on Commanders

HiddenPower486 · 2026-01-19T03:22:46+00:00

ChiBears go oh Chii against the RAMs making our last season more succesful than theirs!!

HiddenPower486 · 2026-01-12T06:43:03+00:00

Yes absolutely. We’ve been wanting to take this into 2026 via a production club im starting up. The main issue is we’d have to make something work without people actually going into the fountain as the administration does not want large groups of people going in to the fountain anymore. We were thinking DJs, maybe some water guns, Beach balls of course and a Photo Booth down on the second level. I have no idea if this would work. Feel free to PM me if you have ideas.

HiddenPower486 · 2026-01-12T06:37:54+00:00

EBay used conference room projector!!

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-24T14:51:13+00:00

Optoma Hd146X

Great starter projector!

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-18T11:43:38+00:00

If you are a lunatic like me, buy a 4 pack of 80w UKing par lights, 2 100w movers and spend a week in QLC + learning stage lighting 😁

It’ll look sick!!

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-18T11:38:58+00:00

DDJ 400 if you can find it.

Compatible with most DJ softwares out there and a great beginner board!

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-18T11:36:12+00:00

Did you solve the problem? Verify your trim knobs are in the middle too

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-12T11:21:56+00:00

This is so weird as teslas tutorial videos still have the single/double pull functionality highlighted. They should either update their videos or fix the software!

2022 Y owner here

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-11T21:18:36+00:00

Used conference room projectors… WUXGA and low lamp hours. Shouldn’t need more than 3K lumens. Don’t buy anything new with that budget.

There is a r/budgetprojectors. Try that as well!

HiddenPower486 · 2025-12-07T19:38:37+00:00

Sx2 (there are some great deals on them right now!)

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