With over 15 years of experience and thousands of satisfied buyers we have acquired
a
stable reputation on the market for high-quality products and `no fuss` customer support.
To maintain the highest standards of service to our customers we pledge ALL of the following:
- Best Value-for-Money Honest Pricing;
- FREE accessories (all the necessary equipment to start operating your projector straight out
of
the box);
- Reasonable shipping times;
- Quality inspection/testing and professional refurbishing of all of our projectors by
highly-experienced technicians only;
- TeKswamp thoroughly tests, cleans and replaces any damaged or worn out parts, guaranteeing a
properly functioning projector with a beautiful picture every single time!
- Our committed customer agents are only a message away and will take care of everything
needed
pre or post the purchase.
Information below is for educational purposes only and should be viewed as a
constructive piece of advice.
Projector Image Quality, Image Brightness, Thoroughness of Inspections, Proper
Product
Representation
There are many factors that may affect image quality, brightness and overall value
of a
projector, most of which goes unnoticed by the untrained eye
- Dust Optic Burns – Image Quality
Optic burns may discolor the image or create discolored spots. These spots can
be
caused by the long hours of use, inappropriate temperature or dust.
Dust accumulation is present in most used projectors. It tends to create darker
projection image and can leave spots on the projection by getting attached to the optic
inside.
It may be nearly impossible to remove the dust from the optic without completely
disassembling
the projector first. Dust may also come loose during the shipping process and later burn
into
hot optic surfaces of the projector creating spots on the image. It can also attach itself
to
heat sensitive areas of the projector, causing it to overheat or malfunction.
TeKswamp technicians check the quality of the projection image and
thoroughly
clean the inside and outside of the projectors to eliminate as much dust as possible.
- Lamps – Image Brightness
Important Information about Projector Lamps:
Many non-authentic, non-OEM lamps can stop functioning within 6 to 12 months
whether the projector has been used or not. Generic lamps may produce a darker or brighter
image
than an OEM lamp. Non-authentic lamps die more quickly because of inferior build quality,
when
the gas sealed within the lamp begins to leak. Also, the lamp can be brighter than specified
and
may burn the projector’s optic by running on a higher temperature than the projector is
designed
for.
TeKswamp ensures that you receive a lamp with low hours. In addition, we
inspect every lamp to check for burns, dust and clarity of the lamp reflector.
- Inspections and Testing
Used projectors MUST be thoroughly inspected and tested for optimal
functionality
and endurance. For example, some used projectors can overheat and simply turn off to prevent
any
further damage. Also, it is hard to notice smaller malfunctions until it is too late, such
as
malfunctioning legs/buttons or high lamp hours, etc.
Example: If a projector leg doesn’t function properly, it could create some
major
hassle if you need to constantly set up, jimmy and move your projector around.
TeKswamp inspects EVERY aspect of the projectors we sell. Why do we go
through so much hassle? We Take Pride in Our Work and in Our Ability to Offer the Best High
Tech
Reconditioned Products Available on the market!
- Honest Product Representation Important Information with Regard to Projector Specifications:
It is important to familiarize yourself with projector specifications. You can
decide for yourself whether a particular projector suits your type of needs.
A Seller should represent the product to the best of their ability, avoiding
the
use of superlatives such as: ‘super bright’, ‘outdoor projector’, ‘MSRP $9999’, or something
similar that diverts buyer’s attention from the actual projector specifications, value and
capabilities.
With TeKswamp, you will always get your money’s worth and then some!
OCCASIONAL USAGE [Really Tight Budget, Bright Picture Required]
Examples: Family reunions, Parties, Ceremonies - when you want to make a great
impression but have a limited budget.
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- DLP projector for $150-$200
- 2500+ ANSI lumens
WEEKLY USAGE [School/College, Church]
Examples: For teachers, please consider a ‘Short Throw LCD Projector’ that will
not
blind eyes every time they look at the projector. (Search “short throw projector” for more
information).
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- LCD projector 2000+ (recommended for a darker room) or 2500+ ANSI lumens
Important Note: DLP projectors are not recommended in this case. They are less reliable and
create a rainbow effect in motion images. (Search: “DLP projector rainbow effect” for more
information).
COMMERCIAL USAGE (Powerpoints, Short Video Presentations)
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- Use LCD for lower-speed presentations, such as PowerPoint presentations. They produce
richer
color, more reliable in transportation, but bigger.
- Alternative: Use DLP for video presentations or when the size and weight are of
importance:
3-4lb for DLP vs 6-7lb for LCD.
WEEKLY USAGE (Home Theater, Games)
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- High contrast LCD (preferably) 2000:1 or more
- 3D DLP 3000+ lumens for 3D movies
- Native Wide Resolution or at least 1024x768
- 2500+ lumens
- HDMI input
OCCASIONAL USAGE (Home Theater, Games)
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- DLP 2500+ lumens with HDMI adapter
- 1080i supported
OUTDOOR USAGE
TeKswamp Recommendation:
- Brightness of the projection is even more important outdoors. Please look for larger,
commercial-grade projectors. They have better cooling abilities and can better cope with
different weather conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.)