Manufacturer | Nexight INC |
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Brand | NexiGo |
Item Weight | 5.51 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 12.59 x 9.05 x 4.25 inches |
Item model number | PJ20 |
Color | Black |
Brightness Rating | 500 Lumen |
Manufacturer Part Number | PJ20 |
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NexiGo PJ20 Outdoor Projector, Movie Projector with WiFi and Bluetooth, Native 1080P, Dolby_Audio Sound Support, Compatible w/TV Stick,iOS,Android,Laptop,Console
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Brand | NexiGo |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home Cinema |
Special Feature | ①Native Full HD 1080P with True 500 ANSI Lumens ②Equipped 5G+2.4G WiFi and 5.1 Bluetooth. ③ Built-in speaker features lifelike Dolby sound ④Equipped with Latest Cooling system, Low Noise. ⑤Wireless screen mirroring for IOS, Android, and Windows devices. ⑥Supports Table, Tripod, Ceiling Installation. ⑦Compatible with TV Stick, Phone, PS5, Laptop. ⑧Movie Outdoor Projector Suitable for Indoor/Outdoor entertainment. See more |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
About this item
- 【The Difference】At NexiGo, the integrity is one of our core values. That's why we use standardized ANSI Lumens to measure the brightness of all our projectors, ensuring that our specifications are accurate and reliable. We take pride in our PJ20 projector and are confident that any cheaper projectors claiming to be brighter are making false claims. Our commitment to providing affordable, reliable, and honest projectors is what sets us apart and ensures the best possible customer experience.
- 【The Visual】With 1920 x 1080 native resolution and 500 ANSI lumen brightness, the NexiGo LCD home projector provides high-resolution images that are crisp and clear. Imagine setting up a home theater system in your living room with a high-quality projector that doesn't break the bank. The NexiGo LCD home projector is the perfect solution for movie nights or watching sports games with friends and family.
- 【The Sound】But it's not just the visuals that make the NexiGo PJ20 movie projector stand out. The built-in speaker features Dolby_sound, creating a lifelike audio experience. Plus, Bluetooth 5.1 allows for fast and stable connections with external speakers or headphones, making it great for indoor and outdoor use.
- 【The Connectivity】the NexiGo PJ20 supports wireless screen mirroring for IOS, Android, and Windows devices. With 5GHz Wi-Fi technology, you can easily display the screen of your devices without extra adapters or apps. (Note: Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and some similar apps do NOT support screen mirroring due to copyright protections.) So why wait? Transform your living room into a home theater with the NexiGo PJ20 movie projector today!
- 【The Support】As a customer-centric company based in Portland, USA, NexiGo provides full 1-year product support and lifetime after-sales support for the NexiGo projectors. If you have any questions or issues, don't hesitate to contact us by phone or email. We're always here to help.
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Value for money | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.7 |
Brightness | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 | — | 4.5 |
Picture quality | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.8 | — | 4.5 |
Remote Control | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.0 | — | — | — |
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hardware interface | usb | hdmi, vga, usb, 3 5 mm audio, lightning | hdmi, usb, audio video port, vga, 3 5 mm audio | bluetooth, hdmi, usb2.0, 3 5 mm audio | hdmi, usb3.0, 3 5 mm audio | usb, hdmi, bluetooth 5, vga, audio video port |
display resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920*1080 | 1980 x 1080 | 4K | 1920*1080 |
brightness | 500 | 20000 | — | — | 15000 | — |
native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
image contrast ratio | — | 12000:1 | 15000:1 | 20000:1 | 15000:1 | — |
max throw distance | 21.8 feet | 6.5 meters | 25.6 feet | 16 feet | 20.3 feet | 21.5 feet |
min throw distance | — | 2.5 meters | 6.5 feet | 3.9 feet | 3.6 feet | 6 feet |
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Projection Technology
| LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
Brightness
| 500ANSI - 2023 Upgraded | 800ANSI - Over 17,000 Lumens | 700ANSI - Over 15,000 Lumens | 300ANSI - Over 8,000 Lumens | 500ANSI - Over 13,500 Lumens | 80ANSI - Over 2,500 Lumens |
Resolution
| 1920x1080(16:9, FHD) | Native 1080p, 4K Supported | Native 1080p, 4K Supported | 1920x1080(16:9, FHD) | 1920x1080(16:9, FHD) | 1280x720(16:9, HD) |
Projection Size
| 40" - 200" | 44" - 200" | 50" - 300" | 42.5" - 176" | 40" - 200" | 24" - 118" |
Keystone
| ± 15° (Vertical Only) | 60%-100% | ±30° Vertical/±20° Horizontal | ± 15° (Vertical Only) | ± 15° (Vertical Only) | — |
Media Zoom in/out
| 0.5x-2x | ±25° Vertical/±25° Horizontal | 60%-100% | 0.5x-2x | 60%-100% | — |
Speaker
| 5W Speaker w/ Dolby Sound | 14W Speakers w/ Dolby Sound | 20W Speakers | 3W Speaker w/ Dolby Sound | 5W Speaker w/ Dolby Sound | 3W Speaker w/ Dolby Sound |
Video Playtime
| DC IN | DC IN | DC IN | DC IN | DC IN | DC IN |
Connectivity
| HDMI, USB, AV | HDMI, USB, AV | HDMI, USB, AV, RJ45 | HDMI, USB, AV | HDMI, USB, AV | HDMI, USB, Headphone Jack |
Color
| Black | Blue Titanium | Black | White | White | Garnet |
How loud is this projector?
The volume is relative to your distance from the projector. For example, when you're 3 feet away from the projector, the volume is 40 decibels.
Is the projector compatible with external Bluetooth devices?
Yes, it is compatible with external Bluetooth devices. When using an external Bluetooth device, switch the Wi-Fi from 2.4G to 5G so that the device syncs properly with the video.
How do I zoom while playing a video?
Go into "Video Menu Settings" while playing the video. Scroll down to find the "Zoom In" or "Zoom Out" icon to zoom in / zoom out, respectively.
Note: The maximum zoom is 8X and the minimum zoom is 0.5X.
How do I hang the projector from the ceiling?
1. Remove the four footpads from the bottom of the projector.
2. Projector's mounting holes: M4 x 9.7mm. Distance between holes: 11.7" diagonally, 10.3" horizontally, and 6.2" vertically on the back. Ceiling mounts based on these specifications.
How do I clean the dust cover?
1. Turn the projector over.
2. Press down on the dust cover; it will pop right out. Remove the dust cover.
3. Clean the dust cover holder with a clean, dry cloth and then put it back in place.
We suggest cleaning it monthly.
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ASIN | B09BCJLD2T |
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4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #109 in Video Projectors |
Date First Available | July 28, 2021 |
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Customers like the picture quality, quality and value of the video projector. For example, they mention that it delivers true 1080p quality, the speakers are of great quality and that it's a great buy for the price. They're also satisfied with brightness, and performance. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality and connectivity.
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Customers like the picture quality of the video projector. For example, they mention it's sharp, has beautiful contrast, and is still watchable. That said, some complain about the fan noise. That being said, most are happy with the picture and video quality.
"...It has a native 1080p resolution, 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and supports wireless screen mirroring and casting for iOS, Android, and Windows..." Read more
"...The image was still watchable, but it was very low contrast. I’m pretty sure that in the evening it will be fine in that regard...." Read more
"...Similar experience connecting an Amazon fire stick. The picture quality was good even on a beige wall...." Read more
"...but there are two dedicated focus buttons and achieving a clear picture requires little effort...." Read more
Customers generally like the quality of the video projector. They mention it's a good-quality product, durable, and over-delivers in quality. The Integrated speakers are of great quality with good voice clarity for videos and games. The build quality of this projector is good for the money, and it'll be a respectable projector with plenty of features. Overall, customers find it to be able to produce vibrant images and sound.
"...I was also really impressed with the quality of the video and the quality of the Dolby Audio sound...." Read more
"...This is a great option for a full HD projector with a variety of connection capabilities with adequate sound options...." Read more
"...this projector to anyone who is on a budget and looking for a good-quality projector." Read more
"...this projector for a better part of a month, this is definitely not a high end unit, but is respectable for the cost given it’s native resolution is..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the video projector. They say it's an affordable projector with great image quality. Customers also say it provides a great budget cinematic experience.
"...If you are looking for a versatile projector that is easy to use and affordable, the NexiGo PJ20 is a great option...." Read more
"...feels well made, and not cheapgreat projector for the price..." Read more
"...videos, this projector is more than sufficient and at a much better price point than a true business projector...." Read more
"...However, I think it does have an advantage of being a decent project for the money for those that are budget conscious and just want to enjoy a..." Read more
Customers find the setup and use of the video projector super simple. They say the WiFi was straightforward to set up, and the on-screen prompts for set-up are helpful. Customers also say the product is simple with no frills and works effortlessly out of the box.
"...My first impression was how easy it was to setup right out of the box and I added my Wi-Fi information to connect the projector to my Wi-Fi network...." Read more
"...Tried it out with Bluetooth first. It was easy to detect and setup but the sound was out of sync with the video. Yes, I’m on 5Ghz WiFi...." Read more
"...The Wi-Fi was pretty straightforward to set up...." Read more
"...- Easy to set up out of boxpicture quality was good even on a beige wall..." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the video projector. For example, they mention it has a native 1080p resolution, 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and supports wireless screen. That said, they say it shines in a dark environment and that the brightness specifications are accurate and reliable.
"...It has a native 1080p resolution, 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and supports wireless screen mirroring and casting for iOS, Android, and Windows..." Read more
"...However, it does have a pretty bright picture in a dark setting...." Read more
"...expect of most high-end projectors, the picture is decent, it’s brightness is okay, and it’s resolution will play most of the shelf media decently...." Read more
"...Now to its performance. It is bright, even at its default setting. Brighter than the Epson. The overall picture clarity is good as well...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video projector. They say it works well, is easy to set up, and offers solid performance at a reasonable price point. Customers also mention that it works perfectly with their Roku stick, Chromecast, and Sony Bluetooth speaker. The ratio is good, and it works great during screen mirroring. The remote controller works seamlessly without having to point at the projector, which is a plus.
"...without months/years of experience, but out of the box this performs really well." Read more
"...Great for beginners and advanced projectors users, this model works right out of the box and can do a lot of what more expensive and advanced..." Read more
"...It will work best outdoors at night or in a dark room...." Read more
"...for quite a few purposes, but mostly for gaming, and it has worked flawlessly each time...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video projector. Some mention that there was plenty of sound to drown out the on-board fan, the speakers are okay in a pinch, and it comes with Dolby sound. However, others say that it is loud, the sound is not the best, and there is considerable fan noise.
"...The NexiGo PJ20 has built-in Dolby Audio speakers that provide a decent sound experience...." Read more
"...see how they'd be inadequate, but in my closed room, there was plenty of sound to drown out the on-board fan, and give everyone an enjoyable..." Read more
"...The biggest issue is the fan. It is loud, really loud. If you are watching a quiet show, it will be very noticeable...." Read more
"...The sound comes from a side speaker but easily connects with a Bluetooth device, headphones, speakers, etc...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the video projector. Some mention that it can connect to almost any device wirelessly with acceptable lag/delay, and that it supports all major wireless connections. However, others say that the connectivity is not the latest generation, and they experienced intermittent connection issues and difficulty connecting via cast from Apple products.
"...a better sound experience which you can do as the PJ20 also supports Bluetooth 5.1, which allows you to connect external speakers or headphones..." Read more
"...This is a great option for a full HD projector with a variety of connection capabilities with adequate sound options...." Read more
"...Sadly, before long, an intermittent connection issue occurred in which the transmission would become choppy...." Read more
"...The sound comes from a side speaker but easily connects with a Bluetooth device, headphones, speakers, etc...." Read more
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I purchased this NexiGo PJ20 projector while it was on sale on Amazon as I was wanting one to use the projector this spring, summer, and fall to view movies outside in my Gazebo. I also ordered a 120-inch portable projector movie screen to be used with the projector. It is too cold right now outside so I am testing the projector inside to make sure it will meet my expectations. I first noticed how light this projector is which will make it easy to move the projector outside when I plan on using it to watch movies outside. My first impression was how easy it was to setup right out of the box and I added my Wi-Fi information to connect the projector to my Wi-Fi network. I was also really impressed with the quality of the video and the quality of the Dolby Audio sound. It is a budget-friendly affordable projector that offers a lot of features for the price. It has a native 1080p resolution, 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and supports wireless screen mirroring and casting for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.
The picture quality of the NexiGo PJ20 is very good, especially for the price. The native 1080p resolution provides a sharp and clear image, and the 500 ANSI lumens of brightness is sufficient for most viewing environments. It includes keystone correction control and video sharpness tuning.
The NexiGo PJ20 has built-in Dolby Audio speakers that provide a decent sound experience. You also can connect external speakers for a better sound experience which you can do as the PJ20 also supports Bluetooth 5.1, which allows you to connect external speakers or headphones wirelessly.
One of the best features of the NexiGo PJ20 is its support for wireless screen mirroring and casting. This allows you to easily project the screen of your iOS, Android, or Windows device without the need for any cables or adapters. This is a great feature for watching movies or videos on your phone or tablet, or for giving presentations and then mirroring or casting them to the projector.
The PJ20 has two HDMI input ports, two USB connections, an Audio/Video input, and an audio output for headphones. It supports 5G Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 as previously mentioned.
I used an Amazon Firestick to watch movies and powered the Firestick from one of the USB connections which had enough power for the Firestick to work flawlessly. My wife's first impression when she saw the movie projected on the wall of my bedroom was WOW. She really like the picture quality and size.
Next I tried to cast my iPad to the projector as sometimes I cast video to watch from my iPad or iPhone. You just need to have the device on the same Wi-Fi network as the projector. I was able to cast my iPad easily and watch a movie flawlessly.
Next I ran a HDMI cable from my Dish Network receiver and was able to watch anything on the projector that I could watch on the Dish receiver.
You can also connect an older DVD player using the AV input port with the included RCA to 3.5 mm adapter.
It has two USB ports which can be used to connect your mobile phone or tablet to the projector using cables. It is also used to update the firmware of the projector by downloading the update and saving the update to a USB drive. Then inserting the USB drive into the projector and the selecting the update function from the system settings menu. The USB ports can also be used to power a firestick or other streaming sticks as I did when powering my Amazon Firestick.
My verdict is the NexiGo PJ20 is a great budget-friendly projector that offers a lot of features for the price. It is perfect for watching movies, playing games, or giving presentations. If you are looking for a versatile projector that is easy to use and affordable, the NexiGo PJ20 is a great option. I can’t wait for spring to arrive to start watching movies outside in the evenings.
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023
I purchased this NexiGo PJ20 projector while it was on sale on Amazon as I was wanting one to use the projector this spring, summer, and fall to view movies outside in my Gazebo. I also ordered a 120-inch portable projector movie screen to be used with the projector. It is too cold right now outside so I am testing the projector inside to make sure it will meet my expectations. I first noticed how light this projector is which will make it easy to move the projector outside when I plan on using it to watch movies outside. My first impression was how easy it was to setup right out of the box and I added my Wi-Fi information to connect the projector to my Wi-Fi network. I was also really impressed with the quality of the video and the quality of the Dolby Audio sound. It is a budget-friendly affordable projector that offers a lot of features for the price. It has a native 1080p resolution, 500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and supports wireless screen mirroring and casting for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.
The picture quality of the NexiGo PJ20 is very good, especially for the price. The native 1080p resolution provides a sharp and clear image, and the 500 ANSI lumens of brightness is sufficient for most viewing environments. It includes keystone correction control and video sharpness tuning.
The NexiGo PJ20 has built-in Dolby Audio speakers that provide a decent sound experience. You also can connect external speakers for a better sound experience which you can do as the PJ20 also supports Bluetooth 5.1, which allows you to connect external speakers or headphones wirelessly.
One of the best features of the NexiGo PJ20 is its support for wireless screen mirroring and casting. This allows you to easily project the screen of your iOS, Android, or Windows device without the need for any cables or adapters. This is a great feature for watching movies or videos on your phone or tablet, or for giving presentations and then mirroring or casting them to the projector.
The PJ20 has two HDMI input ports, two USB connections, an Audio/Video input, and an audio output for headphones. It supports 5G Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 as previously mentioned.
I used an Amazon Firestick to watch movies and powered the Firestick from one of the USB connections which had enough power for the Firestick to work flawlessly. My wife's first impression when she saw the movie projected on the wall of my bedroom was WOW. She really like the picture quality and size.
Next I tried to cast my iPad to the projector as sometimes I cast video to watch from my iPad or iPhone. You just need to have the device on the same Wi-Fi network as the projector. I was able to cast my iPad easily and watch a movie flawlessly.
Next I ran a HDMI cable from my Dish Network receiver and was able to watch anything on the projector that I could watch on the Dish receiver.
You can also connect an older DVD player using the AV input port with the included RCA to 3.5 mm adapter.
It has two USB ports which can be used to connect your mobile phone or tablet to the projector using cables. It is also used to update the firmware of the projector by downloading the update and saving the update to a USB drive. Then inserting the USB drive into the projector and the selecting the update function from the system settings menu. The USB ports can also be used to power a firestick or other streaming sticks as I did when powering my Amazon Firestick.
My verdict is the NexiGo PJ20 is a great budget-friendly projector that offers a lot of features for the price. It is perfect for watching movies, playing games, or giving presentations. If you are looking for a versatile projector that is easy to use and affordable, the NexiGo PJ20 is a great option. I can’t wait for spring to arrive to start watching movies outside in the evenings.
Unboxing the projector and getting the initial setup done is a piece of cake. I found a space at the end of the table facing a blank wall, setup both WiFi and Bluetooth, and got the keystone and focus set. First thing I found was that the image was tilted to the side. I was worried that the projector was wonked but when I pulled out a bubble level I found that the table itself had a slight tilt. Taking that slight tile and blowing it up to a 6’ across screen really exaggerates the effect. Fortunately, this could be solved with a notepad under one corner. Having a built in level and adjustable feet would have made this a bit easier (especially for people who use the projector on the road), but you can’t really expect that at this price point.
Next thing I noticed was how the focus and keystone correction interact. This projector uses an optical keystone correction instead of a digital one. This has advantages and disadvantages. The advantage of optical keystone is that you don’t end up with jagged effects from pixels being stretched or compressed by the keystone correction. The disadvantage you get is that the focus is not quite consistent when correcting the keystone. Depending on how much correction is applied, it becomes impossible to have both the center and outside corners in focus at the same time. This is not something you are likely to notice with video content (as long as you focus the center of the screen), but if you are showing computer content such as text it may be noticeable. Easiest solution here was to get the projector up higher. For some quick testing, a 20” stool (on the table) was good enough and put the image high enough to be comfortable for viewing while seated. When the image is straight on you can get good focus for both the center and the sides. Speaking of focus, any time you push the focus buttons on the remote, a test pattern is displayed that helps to make the adjustments. It goes back to your regular content a couple of seconds after you stop pushing the buttons.
Now that it is ready to go, time to try out some media. First attempt as having the trusty tablet feed video to the projector using a USB-C to HDMI hub that I travel with. I’ve used it with my phone many times to throw content (including movies) onto TVs at hotels. I plugged it in, switching input to HDMI 1, and there was my tablet’s screen on the wall. Looked great until I started playing a movie with Netflix and everything went black. Welcome to the wonderful world of DRM (Digital Rights Management). There are warning on the product page about major streaming services not working with wireless display on the projector. Unfortunately, even a wired display has the same issue when being fed from an Android tablet. Services that don’t impose DRM, such as YouTube, displayed fine but if you have paid services, it is likely they won’t work.
Time for plan B. I took an old Chromecast (second generation), grabbed a short USB cable, and plugged it into the projector. The Chromecast is plugged into the HDMI input and one of the projector’s USB ports is providing power. Turned it on, and after a minute for the Chromecast to boot up its home screen appeared on the wall. So, next, fire up the tablet again, back into Netflix, and this time tell it to cast to the Chromecast. Success! The movie was playing on the wall big as life. And by big as life, I mean an image that was 68” across (diagonal) at 92” distance from the projector face.
Let’s talk about image quality. Unfortunately, I can’t give an accurate description here due to two factors that impeded my test. First, it was daytime and there was a huge amount of ambient light. The image was still watchable, but it was very low contrast. I’m pretty sure that in the evening it will be fine in that regard. Next up was the color. Unfortunately, again, I don’t have the right setup. I haven’t picked up a screen yet and was throwing the image at a wall which is a bit of a yellowish beige color. Despite both of these encumbrances, the image was still sharp and any text on screen was easy to read. For general media consumption, I’ve never seen the need for anything more than 1080p, which this projector handles just fine.
Next is sound. The built-in speaker is loud. Loud enough that it caught me off guard when the movie started and I had the volume cranked as I was expecting the same tin can speakers that most computer monitors have. I had to dial the volume back to about 30% to be comfortable. You could fill a large meeting room with the sound from the built-in speaker. The fidelity isn’t as good as you get with a separate sound system though, so this was the next area I tried out. I have a Sony portable speaker that works with either Bluetooth or wired. Tried it out with Bluetooth first. It was easy to detect and setup but the sound was out of sync with the video. Yes, I’m on 5Ghz WiFi. This is a known issue with this particular speaker and I had the same issue when using it with a tablet, so no real surprise here. Pulled out an audio cable and hooked it up to the projector that way. Sound switched from the internal speaker to the Sony as soon as the cable was plugged in and it sounded great.
With that we have a working streaming video setup. I do have a few improvements planned but I need to order (or wait for deliveries) on them.
First off, of course, I need a proper screen. An off-white wall just doesn’t work right. That is on me and would affect any projector. Next up, the media source. Another Black Friday deal I ran across is a new Chromecast with Google TV. It won’t be here for another week but once it is I’ll be able to stream Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Plex (the four sources I use for most of my content) without having to use a phone or tablet. I should be able to hook it up the same way as the current Chromecast. Last thing I’m planning to get is an adjustable projector stand so I can get the ideal height without having to worry about keystone adjustment.
Of course, no product is perfect, especially at this price point. There are a few things that could be better but I won’t hold it against the PJ20 based on the price point it operates at. The biggest issue is the fan. It is loud, really loud. If you are watching a quiet show, it will be very noticeable. The case for a projector like this is mostly hollow. It wouldn’t be too hard to put a couple more fans in that run at lower speed so that one fan doesn’t have to work so hard. The fans could also be set to adjust speed based on temperature so that they don’t have to run full speed all the time. This is an improvement that wouldn’t need to add much cost to the unit.
Something else that would be handy, but again isn’t expected at this price point, is a leveling system. Put a small bubble level in the top of the projector and make the feet adjustable. If someone is using the projector for a demo on the road, and the setup is ideal, being able to adjust without eyeballing and sliding stacks of paper under the feet would be much more professional.
Last thing is integration with streaming. Again, probably too big of ask at this price point but still worth considering. Ideally would be to build streaming right into the projector, but I don’t see that happening except on models costing twice as much. One compromise would be to add two features. First, allow one of the USB ports to remain powered when the projector power is switched off. This would allow a streaming stick (such as a Chromecast) to stay active instead of having to boot up from cold every time the projector is turned on. The next thing, would requires the powered USB to work, is to support CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for the HDMI ports. When my Chromecast is hooked up to a TV I can shout at the nearest Google smart device, “OK Google, turn on the kitchen TV”. The Chromecast will then tell the TV to turn on and it will be ready for use without me having to hunt down a remote. It would be great to be able to turn a projector on the same way.
There you have it. For an entry-level projector you can’t ask for much more. As long as you don’t set your expectations above the price point you will be very happy with the NexiGo PJ20.
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
Unboxing the projector and getting the initial setup done is a piece of cake. I found a space at the end of the table facing a blank wall, setup both WiFi and Bluetooth, and got the keystone and focus set. First thing I found was that the image was tilted to the side. I was worried that the projector was wonked but when I pulled out a bubble level I found that the table itself had a slight tilt. Taking that slight tile and blowing it up to a 6’ across screen really exaggerates the effect. Fortunately, this could be solved with a notepad under one corner. Having a built in level and adjustable feet would have made this a bit easier (especially for people who use the projector on the road), but you can’t really expect that at this price point.
Next thing I noticed was how the focus and keystone correction interact. This projector uses an optical keystone correction instead of a digital one. This has advantages and disadvantages. The advantage of optical keystone is that you don’t end up with jagged effects from pixels being stretched or compressed by the keystone correction. The disadvantage you get is that the focus is not quite consistent when correcting the keystone. Depending on how much correction is applied, it becomes impossible to have both the center and outside corners in focus at the same time. This is not something you are likely to notice with video content (as long as you focus the center of the screen), but if you are showing computer content such as text it may be noticeable. Easiest solution here was to get the projector up higher. For some quick testing, a 20” stool (on the table) was good enough and put the image high enough to be comfortable for viewing while seated. When the image is straight on you can get good focus for both the center and the sides. Speaking of focus, any time you push the focus buttons on the remote, a test pattern is displayed that helps to make the adjustments. It goes back to your regular content a couple of seconds after you stop pushing the buttons.
Now that it is ready to go, time to try out some media. First attempt as having the trusty tablet feed video to the projector using a USB-C to HDMI hub that I travel with. I’ve used it with my phone many times to throw content (including movies) onto TVs at hotels. I plugged it in, switching input to HDMI 1, and there was my tablet’s screen on the wall. Looked great until I started playing a movie with Netflix and everything went black. Welcome to the wonderful world of DRM (Digital Rights Management). There are warning on the product page about major streaming services not working with wireless display on the projector. Unfortunately, even a wired display has the same issue when being fed from an Android tablet. Services that don’t impose DRM, such as YouTube, displayed fine but if you have paid services, it is likely they won’t work.
Time for plan B. I took an old Chromecast (second generation), grabbed a short USB cable, and plugged it into the projector. The Chromecast is plugged into the HDMI input and one of the projector’s USB ports is providing power. Turned it on, and after a minute for the Chromecast to boot up its home screen appeared on the wall. So, next, fire up the tablet again, back into Netflix, and this time tell it to cast to the Chromecast. Success! The movie was playing on the wall big as life. And by big as life, I mean an image that was 68” across (diagonal) at 92” distance from the projector face.
Let’s talk about image quality. Unfortunately, I can’t give an accurate description here due to two factors that impeded my test. First, it was daytime and there was a huge amount of ambient light. The image was still watchable, but it was very low contrast. I’m pretty sure that in the evening it will be fine in that regard. Next up was the color. Unfortunately, again, I don’t have the right setup. I haven’t picked up a screen yet and was throwing the image at a wall which is a bit of a yellowish beige color. Despite both of these encumbrances, the image was still sharp and any text on screen was easy to read. For general media consumption, I’ve never seen the need for anything more than 1080p, which this projector handles just fine.
Next is sound. The built-in speaker is loud. Loud enough that it caught me off guard when the movie started and I had the volume cranked as I was expecting the same tin can speakers that most computer monitors have. I had to dial the volume back to about 30% to be comfortable. You could fill a large meeting room with the sound from the built-in speaker. The fidelity isn’t as good as you get with a separate sound system though, so this was the next area I tried out. I have a Sony portable speaker that works with either Bluetooth or wired. Tried it out with Bluetooth first. It was easy to detect and setup but the sound was out of sync with the video. Yes, I’m on 5Ghz WiFi. This is a known issue with this particular speaker and I had the same issue when using it with a tablet, so no real surprise here. Pulled out an audio cable and hooked it up to the projector that way. Sound switched from the internal speaker to the Sony as soon as the cable was plugged in and it sounded great.
With that we have a working streaming video setup. I do have a few improvements planned but I need to order (or wait for deliveries) on them.
First off, of course, I need a proper screen. An off-white wall just doesn’t work right. That is on me and would affect any projector. Next up, the media source. Another Black Friday deal I ran across is a new Chromecast with Google TV. It won’t be here for another week but once it is I’ll be able to stream Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Plex (the four sources I use for most of my content) without having to use a phone or tablet. I should be able to hook it up the same way as the current Chromecast. Last thing I’m planning to get is an adjustable projector stand so I can get the ideal height without having to worry about keystone adjustment.
Of course, no product is perfect, especially at this price point. There are a few things that could be better but I won’t hold it against the PJ20 based on the price point it operates at. The biggest issue is the fan. It is loud, really loud. If you are watching a quiet show, it will be very noticeable. The case for a projector like this is mostly hollow. It wouldn’t be too hard to put a couple more fans in that run at lower speed so that one fan doesn’t have to work so hard. The fans could also be set to adjust speed based on temperature so that they don’t have to run full speed all the time. This is an improvement that wouldn’t need to add much cost to the unit.
Something else that would be handy, but again isn’t expected at this price point, is a leveling system. Put a small bubble level in the top of the projector and make the feet adjustable. If someone is using the projector for a demo on the road, and the setup is ideal, being able to adjust without eyeballing and sliding stacks of paper under the feet would be much more professional.
Last thing is integration with streaming. Again, probably too big of ask at this price point but still worth considering. Ideally would be to build streaming right into the projector, but I don’t see that happening except on models costing twice as much. One compromise would be to add two features. First, allow one of the USB ports to remain powered when the projector power is switched off. This would allow a streaming stick (such as a Chromecast) to stay active instead of having to boot up from cold every time the projector is turned on. The next thing, would requires the powered USB to work, is to support CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for the HDMI ports. When my Chromecast is hooked up to a TV I can shout at the nearest Google smart device, “OK Google, turn on the kitchen TV”. The Chromecast will then tell the TV to turn on and it will be ready for use without me having to hunt down a remote. It would be great to be able to turn a projector on the same way.
There you have it. For an entry-level projector you can’t ask for much more. As long as you don’t set your expectations above the price point you will be very happy with the NexiGo PJ20.
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My use cases are for family movie nights and for presentations as a consultant. My one wish as someone who's on the go is if it had a fitted carrying case. However, if you're not someone who's travelling with a projector often, it does the job really well. Compared to other budget-friendly projectors in this class, I like that it has a built-in riser (vs. a screw I can lose), it's fairly quiet, wireless mirroring, and the remote does everything you need it to do (I'm more used to manually turning the lens to focus, and realized it's adjusted through a motor controlled on the remote- which turns out to be far more convenient when setting up).
Most of all, the image sharpness and brightness were better than I expected. I was simply projecting on an off-white wall and not fully in the dark, and the colours still popped out really well!
Schnelle Lieferung, einfacher Aufbau, gestochenscharfes Bild.
Preis-Leistung stimmt.
En cuanto a este proyector me gusta que tiene un tiempo de respuesta bastante bueno para jugar, los colores son sorprendentemente buenos y los negros mientras estás viendo una película o serie cumplen, he montado una pantalla casera de un tono grisáceo que consigue potenciar los negros y como tiene bastante brillo el proyector no estropea los colores. Algo que no me gusta es que cada vez que enciendes el proyector tienes que enfocarlo y es un poco cansino. La transmisión inalámbrica de pantalla desde el móvil funciona bien, pero yo lo uso puramente conectado a mi pc. El sonido no es nada del otro mundo. Se escucha. En mi caso no importa por que lo uso con altavoces. Y si bien el proyector hace algo de ruido, con lo que estés viendo se enmascara. En general si lo vais a usar como yo y no lo quereis para hacer una sala de cine dedicada lo recomiendo.
Era ormai da molto tempo che desideravo un proiettore... per fortuna il Black Friday mi è venuto in contro e mi ha accontentato! Dopo essermelo accaparrato con un buono sconto e successivamente, averlo provato per circa un mese, sono finalmente pronto a recensire questo splendido prodotto.
"I vari test sono stati effettuati da una distanza di circa tre metri con uno schermo di 65 pollici, ovvero 165 cm di diagonale".
COME FUNZIONA UN PROIETTORE? 🎥
Per chi fosse meno informato, il Videoproiettore Led è un dispositivo che di solito consente appunto, a differenza della TV, di proiettare un immagine su un muro o un telo, grazie a una lampada, tre pannelli separati di cristalli liquidi (verde, rosso, blu), specchi vari, un prisma che unisce i colori e una lente.
COSA CONTIENE LA SCATOLA? 📦
Il proiettore (ben incartato e protetto), un cavo di alimentazione, un copri lente, istruzioni del dispositivo e il pratico telecomando (non fornito di pile AAA).
SI VEDE BENE? 🎞️
La qualità video, considerando il prezzo molto accessibile, è altissima (come potete notare dalle foto e dal video).
Meno invece l'audio, che pur facendo il suo dovere, non può offrire molto, visto i soli 5W di potenza (forse sono anche meno).
Comunque sì, vi sembrerà di essere veramente al cinema.
INGRESSI, USCITE, POLLICIAGGIO, SPECIFICHE TECNICHE E FUNZIONI VARIE... ⚙️
"Nexigo PJ20" (marchio Messicano) è un proiettore nativo a 1080p e quindi non 4K, con una luminosità di circa 350 ANSI LUMEN (perfetta per la notte, molto meno per il giorno) che ci permette di proiettare fino a una diagonale di circa 200 pollici (510 cm, sì avete capito bene). Sul retro abbastanza fornito, possiamo invece notare due porte HDMI con risoluzione massima a 1080p, due USB, un AUX, l'ingresso di alimentazione e un ingresso AV.
Inoltre, ha il Bluetooth 5.1, si può connettere al WiFi (con mirroring wireless supportato) e incorpora il Dolby audio.
Ovviamente il proiettore in questione, oltre ad essere usato a terra con proiezione diretta, può anche funzionare attaccato a un muro o dal retro di un telo (come una volta si faceva nei cinema). Per fare questo però, dovrete possedere un telo adatto e andare nelle impostazioni del vostro "cinema casalingo" per cambiare il metodo di proiezione.
TUTTO BELLISSIMO, MA COME FACCIO A FARLO FUNZIONARE🎬?
Dopo aver scartato il prodotto e attaccato la spina, la prima cosa da fare sarà mettere le pile nel telecomandino, proprio perché quest'ultimo sarà essenziale per il funzionamento completo.
Fatto questo accendete il proiettore tramite il tasto "Power" sul retro o dal telecomando e aspettate la proiezione sul vostro muro.
Appena apparsa direte: cosa è questo schifo? Ma non preoccupatevi...
Tornate al retro del proiettore e muovete la rotellina che si trova intorno al tasto di accensione (correzione trapezoidale verticale) per regolare in alto e in basso lo schermo, in modo da ottenere quasi un rettangolo (ricordatevi, per far sì che questo funzioni al meglio, il proiettore deve trovarsi orizzontalmente a un muro).
L'immagine purtroppo risulta ancora sfocata, vero? Non abbatterti abbiamo quasi finito. Guarda il telecomando... Abbastanza in alto dovresti notare due tastini che ti permetteranno di regolare la lente del proiettore (sono i pulsanti con la lettera "F" avvolta da una freccia). Appena premuti ti apparirà una schermata celeste, regolala in modo tale che la scritta centrale e quelle ai lati siano quasi completamente a fuoco (basta che lo siano un po' tutte, non preoccuparti se non sono perfettamente nitide). Fatto questo sei pronto all'utilizzo ma ricordati, più il proiettore sarà distante dal muro, più lo schermo sarà grande e viceversa.
Piccolo consiglio, se vuoi rimettere il copri-lente, devi prima sfocare nuovamente la proiezione in modo da portare la lente al proprio posto.
PRO✅:
~ Qualità-Video superba considerato il prezzo
~ Diagonale fino a 200 pollici
~ Dolby Audio integrato
~ Telecomando molto funzionale con messa a fuoco automatizzata
~ Ventola molto silenziosa per essere quella di un proiettore
~ Estetica raffinata
CONTRO❌:
~ Niente 4K, né HDR...
~ Visione sconsigliata di giorno
~ Audio integrato non al top (aggiungere una cassa o una soudbar)
~Nessuna correzione trapezoidale orizzontale
LO CONSIGLIO? 🔍
Certo che sì, ricordatevi però che non è possibile la visione, tramite il proiettore, di Prime Video, Netflix, Disney + e l'allegra combriccola. Quindi comprate anche una Firestick o un altro dispositivo che supporta queste applicazioni per risolvere il "problema".
Reviewed in Italy on January 25, 2023
Era ormai da molto tempo che desideravo un proiettore... per fortuna il Black Friday mi è venuto in contro e mi ha accontentato! Dopo essermelo accaparrato con un buono sconto e successivamente, averlo provato per circa un mese, sono finalmente pronto a recensire questo splendido prodotto.
"I vari test sono stati effettuati da una distanza di circa tre metri con uno schermo di 65 pollici, ovvero 165 cm di diagonale".
COME FUNZIONA UN PROIETTORE? 🎥
Per chi fosse meno informato, il Videoproiettore Led è un dispositivo che di solito consente appunto, a differenza della TV, di proiettare un immagine su un muro o un telo, grazie a una lampada, tre pannelli separati di cristalli liquidi (verde, rosso, blu), specchi vari, un prisma che unisce i colori e una lente.
COSA CONTIENE LA SCATOLA? 📦
Il proiettore (ben incartato e protetto), un cavo di alimentazione, un copri lente, istruzioni del dispositivo e il pratico telecomando (non fornito di pile AAA).
SI VEDE BENE? 🎞️
La qualità video, considerando il prezzo molto accessibile, è altissima (come potete notare dalle foto e dal video).
Meno invece l'audio, che pur facendo il suo dovere, non può offrire molto, visto i soli 5W di potenza (forse sono anche meno).
Comunque sì, vi sembrerà di essere veramente al cinema.
INGRESSI, USCITE, POLLICIAGGIO, SPECIFICHE TECNICHE E FUNZIONI VARIE... ⚙️
"Nexigo PJ20" (marchio Messicano) è un proiettore nativo a 1080p e quindi non 4K, con una luminosità di circa 350 ANSI LUMEN (perfetta per la notte, molto meno per il giorno) che ci permette di proiettare fino a una diagonale di circa 200 pollici (510 cm, sì avete capito bene). Sul retro abbastanza fornito, possiamo invece notare due porte HDMI con risoluzione massima a 1080p, due USB, un AUX, l'ingresso di alimentazione e un ingresso AV.
Inoltre, ha il Bluetooth 5.1, si può connettere al WiFi (con mirroring wireless supportato) e incorpora il Dolby audio.
Ovviamente il proiettore in questione, oltre ad essere usato a terra con proiezione diretta, può anche funzionare attaccato a un muro o dal retro di un telo (come una volta si faceva nei cinema). Per fare questo però, dovrete possedere un telo adatto e andare nelle impostazioni del vostro "cinema casalingo" per cambiare il metodo di proiezione.
TUTTO BELLISSIMO, MA COME FACCIO A FARLO FUNZIONARE🎬?
Dopo aver scartato il prodotto e attaccato la spina, la prima cosa da fare sarà mettere le pile nel telecomandino, proprio perché quest'ultimo sarà essenziale per il funzionamento completo.
Fatto questo accendete il proiettore tramite il tasto "Power" sul retro o dal telecomando e aspettate la proiezione sul vostro muro.
Appena apparsa direte: cosa è questo schifo? Ma non preoccupatevi...
Tornate al retro del proiettore e muovete la rotellina che si trova intorno al tasto di accensione (correzione trapezoidale verticale) per regolare in alto e in basso lo schermo, in modo da ottenere quasi un rettangolo (ricordatevi, per far sì che questo funzioni al meglio, il proiettore deve trovarsi orizzontalmente a un muro).
L'immagine purtroppo risulta ancora sfocata, vero? Non abbatterti abbiamo quasi finito. Guarda il telecomando... Abbastanza in alto dovresti notare due tastini che ti permetteranno di regolare la lente del proiettore (sono i pulsanti con la lettera "F" avvolta da una freccia). Appena premuti ti apparirà una schermata celeste, regolala in modo tale che la scritta centrale e quelle ai lati siano quasi completamente a fuoco (basta che lo siano un po' tutte, non preoccuparti se non sono perfettamente nitide). Fatto questo sei pronto all'utilizzo ma ricordati, più il proiettore sarà distante dal muro, più lo schermo sarà grande e viceversa.
Piccolo consiglio, se vuoi rimettere il copri-lente, devi prima sfocare nuovamente la proiezione in modo da portare la lente al proprio posto.
PRO✅:
~ Qualità-Video superba considerato il prezzo
~ Diagonale fino a 200 pollici
~ Dolby Audio integrato
~ Telecomando molto funzionale con messa a fuoco automatizzata
~ Ventola molto silenziosa per essere quella di un proiettore
~ Estetica raffinata
CONTRO❌:
~ Niente 4K, né HDR...
~ Visione sconsigliata di giorno
~ Audio integrato non al top (aggiungere una cassa o una soudbar)
~Nessuna correzione trapezoidale orizzontale
LO CONSIGLIO? 🔍
Certo che sì, ricordatevi però che non è possibile la visione, tramite il proiettore, di Prime Video, Netflix, Disney + e l'allegra combriccola. Quindi comprate anche una Firestick o un altro dispositivo che supporta queste applicazioni per risolvere il "problema".