Torpedo Projector

The Torpedo Projector is a kids projector that is a cheap alternative for parents who want a big screen viewing option for their kids, but don't want to spend a lot of money. The projector does not compete with high-end projectors in anyway, but rather sits in a new class of low-end and low-priced options. The price is low for one main reason: low resolution (only 960 x 240 pixels). However, it can project up to 72" diagonally, making for a fun viewing experience with DVDs or video games.

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Torpedo Projector 1
MSRP $150.00
Release date November, 2007
Brand Senario
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Pros:
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Super cheap
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Headphone jack
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Uses regular 35 Watt lightbulbs
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good modding project
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Big display size
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Horrible resolution
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Not bright - requires very dark conditions
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Features

  • Resolution: 960 x 240 pixels
  • Projects up to 72" diagonal
  • Can project onto the wall or ceiling
  • Uses standard RCA cables
  • headphone jack
  • Dimensions: 15.75 x 17.25 x 9.25
  • Weight: 2.5 lbs
  • Includes stand

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This report was started December 13, 2007 at 4:06 pm by Amanie
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Torpedo Projector

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• Torpedo Digital Game Projector

UPC: 708876222082

EAN: 708876222082

MPN: 22208

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Comments

1.  avatar GT-D said:

dvds and videogames? I don't think much of anything other then stuff specially made for the resolution would be watchable at 960x240 - thats a 4:1 aspect ratio - maybe it does something funny to make it a more reasonable size?
Dec 14, 2007 10:01am
2.  avatar Erik said:

I would guess that it has a native resolution of 960 x 240 and that it stretches the pixels vertically to make a 4:3 picture. The pixels themselves would not be square (actually 1:3). If you think about it, this only has 240 horizontal lines of resolution; compare that to a DVD with 480 lines. Apparently, the picture looks very pixelated after all is said and done. You get what you pay for.

Dec 14, 2007 2:04pm
3.  avatar Amanie said:

Exactly, and at $75 it might be worth it for a kid's room. I'm sure kids would love to play video games on a HUGE screen and probably be willing to sacrifice the picture quality...as long as they're not young videophiles in training.
Dec 14, 2007 2:13pm
4.  avatar guammy said:

for playing classics like NES and sega genesis it works perfect..but a brighter picture would be nice, has anyone tried putting in a higher wattage bulb?
Dec 28, 2007 10:12am
5.  avatar Kraven said:

I read on some site that they got 50w bulb from walmart and it worked a lot better as far as brightness, only problem would be any warranty issues would be void if you used the brighter bulb. If you are not worried about warranty then try that. Also I'm sure there is a full spectrum bulb you could get I think it is any bulb that is rated closest to true white can't really remeber how the rating deal works on those. Any way if you try the brighter bulb it will put out more heat so be careful what is around the projector and the projector itself.
Jan 17, 2008 4:44pm
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guammy

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December 28, 2007
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Pros

  • Super cheap
  • Headphone jack
  • Uses regular 35 Watt lightbulbs

Cons

  • Horrible resolution
  • Not bright - requires very dark conditions

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"for playing classics like NES and sega genesis it works perfect..but a brighter picture would be nice, has anyone tried putting in a higher wattage bulb?"
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Amanie

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December 13, 2007
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75
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Pros

  • Super cheap
  • Headphone jack
  • Big display size

Cons

  • Horrible resolution

Comments

"Exactly, and at $75 it might be worth it for a kid's room. I'm sure kids would love to play video games on a HUGE screen and probably be willing to sacrifice the picture quality...as long as they're not young videophiles in training."
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touch1ne

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May 1, 2009
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Erik

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December 14, 2007
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Pros

  • Uses regular 35 Watt lightbulbs

Cons

  • Horrible resolution
  • Not bright - requires very dark conditions

Comments

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I would guess that it has a native resolution of 960 x 240 and that it stretches the pixels vertically to make a 4:3 picture. The pixels themselves would not be square (actually 1:3). If you think about it, this only has 240 horizontal lines of resolution; compare that to a DVD with 480 lines. Apparently, the picture looks very pixelated after all is said and done. You get what you pay for.

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wongsta

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March 8, 2008
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  • good modding project

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GT-D

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December 14, 2007
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  • Horrible resolution

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"dvds and videogames? I don't think much of anything other then stuff specially made for the resolution would be watchable at 960x240 - thats a 4:1 aspect ratio - maybe it does something funny to make it a more reasonable size?"
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