What could be more fun than enjoying a backyard movie night under the stars with friends and family? Going to a movie theater today is crazy expensive. An initial investment in a projector and screen can give you years of inexpensive entertainment.
We’ll help you select all the things you need to pull of your own backyard movie night. Read on for helpful tips and deals on equipment.
Projectors
The video projector is the heart of the your outdoor movie setup. While there’s a projector for every budget there’s a few key features you’ll want to consider. The higher the lumens the brighter the picture. Throw distance is the distance the projector will project the video image. You’ll want great video resolution so you’ll want 1080P or 4K resolution.
Be sure to look at the various connection options. If you want to connect to a video source using an HDMI cable there are plenty of options available. For those that want to go wireless look for a projector with bluetooth capability. That leads us to audio options. The audio output volume from projectors isn’t the greatest. If your projector has bluetooth capability you can enjoy your movie’s sound with earbuds or headphones. We suggest using external speakers for that authentic movie theater experience. Check out our list of some of the most popular video projectors on the market today.
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Screens
You can project your backyard videos onto a wall or even a bed sheet. The video will look so much better using a proper video screen. There’s different types of screens available for various applications. Be sure you select a size that suits your outdoor space and desired theater size. We’ve listed some of the most affordable and popular options below.
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Speakers
The audio output from a lot of projectors leaves a lot to be desired. There are a few options depending on your projector and preferences. If your projector is equipped with bleutooth you can listen to your movie’s audio using bluetooth headphones. For us, a speaker or set of speakers is the way to go. Check out our list of speakers below.
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Our Recommendations
We’ve put together a complete setup that will give you an awesome backyard movie experience without breaking the bank. It includes a bluetooth capable projector that also plays DVDs! Also included is a handy stand and storage bag. We chose a convenient freestanding 120″ projector screen with stand. To round out the setup we’ve chosen a portable waterproof bluetooth speaker. Of course, you can substitute any of the items to suit your needs.
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We hope this helps you host a successful backyard movie night. Have fun!
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