NEC M402X

Bright. Native XGA (1,024-by-768) resolution. Excellent quality for data images.

3D mode needs to be turned on and off manually. Subar video quality.

If you need an XGA projector and don't need 3D, you're better off with the Editors' Choice Epson 965, especially if you want to display video. If you need 3D and video, you might also want to consider the BenQ MX600. It isn't as bright as the NEC...

The NP-M402X is the wrong choice if you need to show much video. However, it also offers a lot to like otherwise, starting with its near-excellent data image quality. Beyond that, it's easily bright enough, and the sound system is loud enough, for a...