Building your own projection tv

[tracydani]

http://cgi.ebay.ca/HP-L1530-DVI-15-L...QQcmdZViewItem


15" 1024x768

15 minutes left and it's only $113

I've been keeping my eye on that screen. They have had several on yesterday and today. Gonna try for a free one first

EDIT: The price stayed the same up til 25 seconds before it ended then finalized at $122.50 Oh well, still a good price and they have 20 + still for bid.

[Spicker]

i emailed LL and if u buy $250 worth of stuff from their store u get free membership to their forums

lens kit+light kit+wiring kit=$248

i dont really need the wiring kit but it'll make it $250

[GepperRankins]

oh god. is this happening?

[tracydani]

@ Spicker

Can't wait to see what you do

@ GepperRankins

Check out this link http://dogbitesbowl.50megs.com/projector.htm

He made a projector using an OHP as well. He did quite a bit more then that, but he started with OHP parts.

EDIT: His is along the lines of what I want to do in overall size/shape (at least until I change my mind again ).

[Spicker]

oh god. is this happening?

i dont see how im getting ripped off

the lens kit:
Includes the S15 Fresnel Lenses (1003) and S15 Projection Lens Triplet (1002).
$65

the light kit:
* Kit Includes: 1 x 400w S400DD Metal Halide Lamp
* 1 x (1006) 400w 120V Electronic Ballast (really expensive)
* 1 x (1008) Mogul Base
$159

i dont need the wiring kit but i want to have access to the forums...
This kit contains:

* A power entry module with an integrated DPST that can be modified to use with auto-shutdown schematics. (Click for picture)
* An 18awg, 10amp, 3 prong power cord that is 7'6" long and fits the power entry module for a nice clean entry. (Click for picture)
* A 5 amp circuit breaker, button activated that replaces the fuse and makes a safer, more convenient fusible link in the power circuit. No more blown fuses. This circuit breaker has been tested and shown to be the most effective amp rating for our
$25

shipping is $10-20 to canada


btw i am probably not going to be building this right away as i need to save up money...but once i get started ill make a blog at blogspot

[maebach]

I feel stupid i bought a Panasonic one last year. I wouldn't mind building one for my computer though.

[Darth Sushi]

i dont see how im getting ripped off

the lens kit:
Includes the S15 Fresnel Lenses (1003) and S15 Projection Lens Triplet (1002).
$65

the light kit:
* Kit Includes: 1 x 400w S400DD Metal Halide Lamp
* 1 x (1006) 400w 120V Electronic Ballast (really expensive)
* 1 x (1008) Mogul Base
$159

i dont need the wiring kit but i want to have access to the forums...
This kit contains:

* A power entry module with an integrated DPST that can be modified to use with auto-shutdown schematics. (Click for picture)
* An 18awg, 10amp, 3 prong power cord that is 7'6" long and fits the power entry module for a nice clean entry. (Click for picture)
* A 5 amp circuit breaker, button activated that replaces the fuse and makes a safer, more convenient fusible link in the power circuit. No more blown fuses. This circuit breaker has been tested and shown to be the most effective amp rating for our
$25

shipping is $10-20 to canada


btw i am probably not going to be building this right away as i need to save up money...but once i get started ill make a blog at blogspot

I hope you include a UV-Filter, otherwise your LCD will turn into chernobyl chicken.

[Spicker]

i dont see how im getting ripped off

the lens kit:
Includes the S15 Fresnel Lenses (1003) and S15 Projection Lens Triplet (1002).
$65

the light kit:
* Kit Includes: 1 x 400w S400DD Metal Halide Lamp
* 1 x (1006) 400w 120V Electronic Ballast (really expensive)
* 1 x (1008) Mogul Base
$159

i dont need the wiring kit but i want to have access to the forums...
This kit contains:

* A power entry module with an integrated DPST that can be modified to use with auto-shutdown schematics. (Click for picture)
* An 18awg, 10amp, 3 prong power cord that is 7'6" long and fits the power entry module for a nice clean entry. (Click for picture)
* A 5 amp circuit breaker, button activated that replaces the fuse and makes a safer, more convenient fusible link in the power circuit. No more blown fuses. This circuit breaker has been tested and shown to be the most effective amp rating for our
$25

shipping is $10-20 to canada


btw i am probably not going to be building this right away as i need to save up money...but once i get started ill make a blog at blogspot

I hope you include a UV-Filter, otherwise your LCD will turn into chernobyl chicken.

what does the UV-Filter do?

let me guess it blocks the harmful uv's from getting to the lcd....therefore protecting the lcd so it wont fry it ? im so smrt

EDIT:
does anyone know where i can get a ballast from? they're flippin expensive
thats one of the things that costs too much

120V 400w Electronic Ballast

[Darth Sushi]

You can save a lot of money by using a coil & core ballast (around $40-$50) but they're kind of big, heavy, and ugly.

Some folks at other forums suggested http://www.1000bulbs.com/category.php?category=4

Stick with Metal Halide...

[tracydani]

Here is another place... Just make sure the bulb and ballast will work together.

http://www.hidirect.com/