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May 27, 2023 3:40 PM

BenQ HT3550 True 4K HDR 2000 ANSI Lumens Projector (Refurb)

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prycedin via eBay has BenQ HT3550 True 4K HDR 2000 ANSI Lumens Home Theater Projector (Refurbished) on sale for $799. Shipping is free.

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  • Note: Includes a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
Specs:
  • 2000 ANSI Lumens
  • DLP
  • 4K UHD (3840×2160)
  • HDR, HLG
  • 3D, RGBRGB, 95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709, Auto Vertical Keystone, CinemaMaster V+, CinemaMaster A+, ISF
  • 1.3x zoom
  • 1.13~1.47 Throw Ratio
  • Contrast Ratio: 30,000:1
  • Ports:
    • 2x HDMI (2.0b/HDCP2.2)
    • 2x USB Type A
    • 1x USB Type Mini B
    • 1x RS232 in (DB-9pin)
    • 1x DC 12V Trigger (3.5mm Jack)
  • 2x 5w Speakers
  • 2-Channel HDMI ARC

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prycedin via eBay has BenQ HT3550 True 4K HDR 2000 ANSI Lumens Home Theater Projector (Refurbished) on sale for $799. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member wingsandfloats for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Includes a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
Specs:
  • 2000 ANSI Lumens
  • DLP
  • 4K UHD (3840×2160)
  • HDR, HLG
  • 3D, RGBRGB, 95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709, Auto Vertical Keystone, CinemaMaster V+, CinemaMaster A+, ISF
  • 1.3x zoom
  • 1.13~1.47 Throw Ratio
  • Contrast Ratio: 30,000:1
  • Ports:
    • 2x HDMI (2.0b/HDCP2.2)
    • 2x USB Type A
    • 1x USB Type Mini B
    • 1x RS232 in (DB-9pin)
    • 1x DC 12V Trigger (3.5mm Jack)
  • 2x 5w Speakers
  • 2-Channel HDMI ARC

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Written by johnny_miller | Staff

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Written by wingsandfloats

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timothy.howson1
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I got this a few years ago. It's a great projector for dark rooms but a few tips from my own experience...

1. Light strips are a good light source for the room this is in. Put it around the edges of the room on the floor or ceiling and it doesn't wash out the screen much as ceiling lights which can be really rough on the brightness.

2. The contrast is a little on the lower side. If you have a screen under 100in or so you can probably keep the brightness and contrast around 50. My screen is 135 and I've found upping the brightness washes out the screen but adding contrast works well for brightening the contrast without making the whole screen washed out. (For sdr I have brightness at 50 and contrast at 75 - for HDR I have brightness at 50 and contrast at 70)

3. In HDR the deep color output does make colors more deep but darkens the screen a lot. If you have a smaller screen it works great as the screen is bright enough to keep up. But if you have a large screen you might have a hard time getting it bright enough with that on. instead I suggest turning it off, upping the contrast, and upping the color in the advanced settings.

4. If you are going to be using this for 3d content, especially streaming it from Plex, codi, or another source, you may need to set HDMI from ENHANCED to STANDARD. I've found that when it's on enhanced the 3D won't play right, it only comes through as SBS. And hitting the 3D button on the remote doesnt work as it doesn't recognize it as 3D content. But once you turn the HDMI-Edid to Standard it outputs just fine.

Anyway, just a couple things from my own experience. Hope they help!
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CleverJuice7578
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I got this projector from ebay 2 years ago, still going strong and I'm always amazed to see how good the picture quality is in 4k! If you have a dark room its great but if you dont you will probably not like it. Its not great for bright rooms.
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Only 1199 new. Is it worth it to get refurbished? I'm wondering if they just put a new bulb in or what
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May 27, 2023 5:01 PM
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SonneZMay 27, 2023 5:01 PM
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Solid review here: https://www.avsforum.com/threads/...064?page=1
May 28, 2023 3:12 AM
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SirMackMay 28, 2023 3:12 AM
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Can this be mounted like 15ft away? Or have some sort of optical zoom?
May 28, 2023 3:14 AM
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handymankevMay 28, 2023 3:14 AM
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Quote from SirMack View quoted comment :
Can this be mounted like 15ft away? Or have some sort of optical zoom?
https://www.projectorcentral.com/...o.htm#calc


You can use this website to calculate throw distance and screen size.
May 28, 2023 3:20 AM
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CleverJuice7578May 28, 2023 3:20 AM
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I got this projector from ebay 2 years ago, still going strong and I'm always amazed to see how good the picture quality is in 4k! If you have a dark room its great but if you dont you will probably not like it. Its not great for bright rooms.
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May 28, 2023 3:32 AM
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pflugerMay 28, 2023 3:32 AM
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How much of an upgrade is this to a BenQ HT1075? Is it only the 4k, or also better contrast/blacks/colors?
May 28, 2023 3:38 AM
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bjammMay 28, 2023 3:38 AM
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https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...inema.html

Only 1199 new. Is it worth it to get refurbished? I'm wondering if they just put a new bulb in or what
May 28, 2023 4:24 AM
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hryushaMay 28, 2023 4:24 AM
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How do you connect this thing to Sonos for sound if using computer as video source.

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May 28, 2023 4:58 AM
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air_towelMay 28, 2023 4:58 AM
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Quote from hryusha View quoted comment :
How do you connect this thing to Sonos for sound if using computer as video source.
However you normally connect your computer to Sonos for sound. The projector just acts as a monitor would.
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Quote from hryusha View quoted comment :
How do you connect this thing to Sonos for sound if using computer as video source.
You need an HDMI audio extractor if you're looking to play HDCP licensed content. Not all of them support HDCP, so make sure you get one that does if you're planning on using any kind of streaming services. That includes YouTube, at least for some content.

Essentially, this just splits the audio and video signals so you can route them separately.

However, if you're playing pirated content and your computer has multiple outputs (such as HDMI and Display Port with an HDMI adapter), you can simply route video to one and audio to another.

Depending on your Sonos device, you can also try to connect wirelessly, but you're only going to get stereo this way.

EDIT: Just to note, this projector does support HDMI ARC with the latest firmware update. So you might be able to get away with just connecting your Sonos directly to the projector, as inconvenient as that may be.
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Quote from bjamm View quoted comment :
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...inema.html

Only 1199 new. Is it worth it to get refurbished? I'm wondering if they just put a new bulb in or what
Traditional DLP is notorious for having problems with the mirror array, to the point where most of them are socketed instead of soldered to the mainboard.

I'm betting most of these are refurbished due to "stuck" pixels.
May 28, 2023 12:38 PM
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Quote from pfluger View quoted comment :
How much of an upgrade is this to a BenQ HT1075? Is it only the 4k, or also better contrast/blacks/colors?
From what I have read, it's really just the 4k. On paper the 1075 has better brightness and the 3550 has better contrast. There's a lot of talk about the rainbow effect being more pronounced on the 3550. Seems like a lot of "your mileage may vary" kind of comparisons. For all of these reasons, I just keep replacing the lamp in my 1075.
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ewochrisMay 28, 2023 12:44 PM
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I am currently using an Epson 3020 for 90% 3D movies. Think there will be any picture difference with this projector? My only issues with my current unit is size and heat production.
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Quote from ewochris View quoted comment :
I am currently using an Epson 3020 for 90% 3D movies. Think there will be any picture difference with this projector? My only issues with my current unit is size and heat production.
You probably have to get creative if the heat generation is bothering you. Every display generates some amount of heat.

The most popular option for ceiling mount projectors is to encase it and vent the heat into the attic.
May 28, 2023 1:03 PM
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DanweiDMay 28, 2023 1:03 PM
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I recently upgraded this to Sony XW5000ES, the IQ is better on Sony but for 1/8 the price you are not missing much tbh

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May 28, 2023 2:09 PM
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nook_nookMay 28, 2023 2:09 PM
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It's not "true 4K", its pixel shifted
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