A modern living room home theater featuring a UST laser projector, a large fixed-frame screen displaying a beach scene, and surround sound speakers.
Buying Guide

The Anatomy of a Perfect UST System: Critical Specs You Need to Know

If you’re in the market for an Ultra Short Throw (UST) projector, you’ve likely realized one thing quickly: the spec sheets are confusing, and the potential for error feels expensive. We see this f...
Dec 8, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
An infographic comparing the continuous signal transmission of the human eye against the intermittent shutter mechanism of a camera to illustrate frame rate differences.
Blog

How Many Frames Per Second Can the Human Eye See? (The Real Answer)

It is one of the most heated debates in the tech world. PC gamers swear they can feel the difference between 144Hz and 240Hz, while skeptics—often citing old biology textbooks—insist the human eye ...
Dec 4, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A family roasts marshmallows around a campfire next to an RV that has an outdoor movie screen set up for a camping cinema experience.
Home Theater

Battery Operated Projectors: The Truth About Outdoor Cinema

There is something undeniably magical about an outdoor movie night. Whether it’s camping in the wilderness, lounging in an RV, or just gathering the family in the backyard, the idea of cinema under...
Dec 2, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A diagram illustrating how the microscopic ridges of an ALR screen absorb ambient light from above while reflecting the projector's light back to the viewer.
Home Theater

How to Clean Your Projector Screen Without Ruining It

A clear, vibrant image requires a clean surface. But if you treat your projector screen like a window or a TV, you might destroy it in seconds. There is a reason online forums are full of horror st...
Nov 27, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A detailed exploded view diagram showing the complex internal optical lens assembly and housing components of a modern projector.
Projector 101

The Anatomy of a Projector: A Complete Guide to Parts & Functions

A projector can seem like a "magic box." You plug it in, point it at a wall, and light turns into a cinema. But whether you are troubleshooting an office projector, setting up a portable unit for c...
Nov 27, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
What Is the "DLP Rainbow Effect" (and How Do You 100% Avoid It?)
Projector 101

What Is the "DLP Rainbow Effect" (and How Do You 100% Avoid It?)

You're deep in projector research, comparing 4K models, and suddenly you hit a wall. You find forums and articles mentioning the "DLP rainbow effect," "headaches," or "visual artifacts." It’s an in...
Nov 20, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A family of four sits on a couch watching a vibrant movie on a large screen, with a UST projector, two floor-standing speakers, and a subwoofer visible in the home theater setup.
Home Theater

How Much Does a Home Theater Really Cost? A 2025 Price Breakdown

It’s one of the most common—and frustrating—questions in home entertainment. You see an all-in-one "home theater system" online for $800, but then you hear about a neighbor who received a custom in...
Nov 18, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A split screen comparison of a projector displaying a vibrant hot spring, with the left side showing brighter, more saturated colors and the right side appearing dimmer and faded.
Projector 101

5 Signs You Need a New Projector Bulb (And Why You'll Never Replace One Again)

It’s frustrating when your once-vibrant home theater starts to look dim, faded, and lifeless. You're left staring at a washed-out image, wondering if the projector bulb is to blame before you go th...
Nov 10, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
A sleek, dark ultra-short throw (UST) projector sits on a light-colored floor in a modern living room setting, casting an unseen image upwards.
Buying Guide

How Much Does a Projector Cost? A 2025 Guide to Setting Your Budget

If you’ve started shopping for a projector, you’ve probably felt a wave of confusion. You'll see some models for $80 on Amazon, while others at a high-end audio-video store cost $8,000. It’s frustr...
Nov 3, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
An infographic comparing a refurbished projector's risks (unknown lamp life, limited warranty, outdated tech) to a new laser projector's benefits (25,000-hour lifespan, full warranty, latest 4K).
Projector 101

Should You Buy a Refurbished Projector? (The Hidden Risks vs. A Smarter Deal)

You're a smart shopper. You're looking for the best possible home theater experience for your money, and a refurbished projector seems like the perfect shortcut. Why pay full price for a top-tier p...
Oct 31, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
An installer in overalls and red gloves holds a coil of black cable and a tablet, with another worker on a ladder in the background, representing a professional installation.
Home Theater

How to Mount a Projector to the Ceiling: A Step-by-Step Guide

Dreaming of a dedicated home theater? A ceiling-mounted projector is often the final, essential step in creating that truly professional, permanent setup. It keeps your projector safely tucked away...
Oct 30, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech
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Home Theater

How to Connect Your Projector to Wi-Fi (A Step-by-Step Guide)

You’ve set up your projector, and the big screen looks incredible. But now comes the final hurdle: getting your content onto it. You want to stream movies, access your favorite apps, or play games ...
Oct 28, 2025 AWOL Vision Tech