Hello to all. This is my first projector build, but I'm not new to the DIY community. I've built a clear custom computer case, a cat house into a 17” monitor, robotics, and a couple others. This will be, by far, the most expensive and probably the most trying project I’ve ever done. I’m 22, in college, and have zero wood working skills. I can handle a dremel with ease, but I find power tools kind of intimidating. I wiring diagrams seem a bit over my head, as well. I’ll do my best.
Materials:
BenQ FP567s ver2 $230 – Xmas present = Free
400w EBallast (1006) and Mogul Base = $111
400w Ushio Pulse Strike (1012) = $50
Basic Lens Kit (1005) = $63
UV Filter = $8
Lexan 8x10 from Home Depot = $7
Total thus far = $240
I don’t have fans, nor do I have a reflective bowl for the bulb. I’m sure I’m missing a few other things as well.
As a side note: I order all this stuff from LL back in Dec. It’s been collecting dust and now I have time to work on this project. LCD has been unused also, which is a shame.
A few questions if you don’t mind me asking.
1. I stripped the LCD tonight and the dimensions are just under 13” wide and 10” tall. The lenses are roughly the same size. The Lexan, however, is significantly smaller. Should I purchase a large piece of Lexan and cut it down to the same size as the lenses? Or should I get tempered glass, cut to (what) dimensions?
2. I heard it was ok to press the isolation glass, UV filter, and the collimator lense together and set it up for airflow to blow between the lense and the LCD. Is this correct, or should they be separated, and where should the UV filter be placed?
That’s all for now. I want to thank everyone in advance for being patient and helpful. I the BenQ FP557 teardown method. Pictures of my progress will follow soon.
-ROb