Can a Benq DS550 dlp projector hook up to a DVD player?

Question

I'm looking to purchase a projector to play DVD's and i'm not sure if this one will play them or not. I did find out that its compatable with video, but not component video, but I do not have a clue what this means. I am able to hook one up to a dvd player, ps2, or laptop.

Answer 1

The DS550 is an old projector (See link). You could watch DVDs via a laptop as long as you have a driver that will work at 1280x1024 or less.  You MAY be able to connect a DVD player via a component to VGA adapter (many projectors accept this), and will be able to connect via composite (yellow RCA) ... although the picture quality won't be great.

The 450:1 contrast ratio is borderline for video (it will look somewhat washed out) .. but it will work.

Bottom line --- you can connect but you won't get a great picture. It would be preferable to find a better projector (one with a 16:9 aspect ratio, better contrast ratio and that accepts a digital HDTV input (DVI or HDMI)). Many other better options are available in the $600+ range.

See elsewhere on the linked site for reviews and recommendations.

Hope this helps.