Need a bit of projector help for build....

[96p993]

I am putting up a DD sim in my garage. I have made the necessary changes in order to get as much screen space as I can but Im having issues finding a projector that will do the trick. Here is my setup:

Screen 96 tall X 128 wide for a diagonal of 160.
I have 8-9 feet back for the projector so short throw is a must.
Looks like I must do 4:3 aspect to take advantage of screen.
720p is fine, 1280x800..

Im open to other thoughts but this is what I have come up with. I will do double checking my measurements later today.

Almost everything I have found is 1024x768 (4:3 native) 1280x800 (16:10 native)...How important is it to stick with native resolution when it comes to image quality?

Am I missing anything?

[CPA]

Optoma gt750e fits the bill. Very versatile.

Just check projector central calculator.

[96p993]

I have done quite a bit of reading on projector central as well as others. So is not using the native aspect ratio a big deal?

My biggest concern about the optoma is the white speck issue quite a few people have complained about...

[ZMax]

You should always try to use the native resolution for best clarity and brightness. Also, even though the sim software will display in 4:3, it's probably 16:9 native. It's been a while since I owned the DD but I think it's 16:9 native. Which means you will lose a little on the sides if using 4:3. Might not be a big deal to you.

[96p993]

Anyone out there using a screen size of 9x10.66 in a 16:9 or 16:10 aspect ratio that wouldnt mind taking a pic or 2?

Zmax I do want to use the best format, Im just concerned what the pic will look like in this aspect ratio. Im hoping pics will help from someone on here. Thanks everyone for the help

[syhlif32]

I like the 16:10 format just 'fits' my eye.
This is a older picture off my Optishot setup. I now have a larger screen and the image is displayed a little lower but the aspect ration is the same.
Sim3.jpg

[wbealsd]

Nice setup syhlif32!

[96p993]

What size screen is that??

[CPA]

Trusting with the pc next to the screen. Don't drink drive.!

[syhlif32]

The screen since but on the picture it is about 9 1/2 feet wide.
The tee is 12 feet from the screen.

Now the screen is 12 feet wide. Was planing to get a 1920X1080 projector but might hold off a little longer.


Using limited flight golf balls so no damage on miss hits.
Now got some 3 foot side netting on tracks but I still prefer hitting limited flight balls indoor just less noise.