ARTLII ENERGON 2 FULL HD LED PROJECTOR REVIEW!

[@alisonbowman]

Bought this projector for my 90 year old mother's birthday. She has sight problems and struggles with normal TV. After watching it she said "her world had opened up again". So happy with it that the rest of the family are now thinking of investing in one too. Only thing I am struggling with is connecting our Samsung TV and Virgin Box, but I'm sure I'll figure it out eventually.

[@joyielan6054]

This is definitely a breathtaking projector with a very good price!

[@chicago1680]

I just got mine in and used it today. Here I spent 1200 on a 4k tv and this thing gives it a run for it's money. This is by far my favorite purchase. I have it around 100' and it looks crystal clear and that's without a screen. I don't know if a screen will make it better I just thought screens were for when you don't have a flat surface. I'm impressed with this projector. I also ordered a db power but I sent it back. It wasn't even close to looking as good as this one.

[@loukhryst.7366]

I purchased this device for my son’s room. My meter reads that this is a 300 lumens projector. That’s why you see a washed-out picture is sunlight. I compared it to my Optoma UHD-38 (4000 Lumens) which blows this thing away. I also compared it with my LG HF80LA (2000 Lumens) Laser Projector which also displays a brighter picture. It’s best uses is with lights off and you should be okay if you don’t mind the fan noises.

[@2ndaccount197]

For one to start of it shouldn’t be a bad started right?

[@billienomates1606]

Excellent vid, jus picked one up in pristine condition and complete with all accessories for £115. Like n sub.

[@mcphoney]

Most excellent! This is still one of my favourite projectors. Exceptionally bright, nice and quiet fan, great picture quality! Hope you enjoy it! 💪

[@billienomates1606]

Thankyou.@@mcphoney

[@SI00000]

8000 lumens would be very bright without washed out colors even in a well lit room. This looks like its probably around a thousand lumens and no more as we see the dull picture with washed out colors at around 7:35 into the video.

[@tpatelt]

I bought this but I am having issues with audio/video sync. I connected it with new google tv and while watching video on Netflix, KZbin it Amazon prime, my video is slower than the audio. I am using a Bluetooth sound bar

[@Montekos86]

Nice review ,the most enjoyable until now . I'm gonna grab one but I have one question tho im wondering if it will project nice if I ll set it from left at 20 ° angle at 2.8 m distance? Thank you

[@chrisjbeech1994]

Great review! Do you know what the screen size would be at 2.5m away (about 8.2ft)? At 9.5ft you noted it was both 85 and 90 inches at different parts of the video, was this with different zoom levels?

[@mcphoney]

Hi Chris, thanks for watching! So the different screen sizes was just because of the film/movie files aspect ratio, I cant remember them precisely but one was slightly larger than the other! Sorry for the misunderstanding! As for 8.2ft away I think you would get approximately around 70-80 inches of display size. Just under 80 inches I would say. I would test it for you but dont have this anymore to try it! For the price though its still my favorite projector out of all the ones I have reviewed. Hope that helps!

[@e1337prodigy]

Excellent, Might be the one I go for. Definitely has lots of options, and that fire tv stick idea is brilliant.

[@user-pz9wq1zq7y]

How did you get a photo to go to the engraver. Wanted to do a picture for Father’s Day on little piece of wood but can’t figure out how

[@mcphoney]

I can’t quite remember and I don’t have the engraver anymore but I’m sure it was something simple. Can you drag the photo across into the software/engraving area? (Presuming you are on windows, open the folder with the picture in and then just drag it across) Or is there an option to upload/add/import picture?

[@Luke101]

I’ve had this projector for about a week now. Really great picture when you get it focused and centered. which is a pain also the fan is wicked loud, kind of distracting during quieter movie scenes

[@mcphoney]

Hi Luke, thanks for commenting! Is your fan super loud? It shouldn’t be because when I reviewed this, it was really quiet…very quiet.

[@southpaw487]

Very quiet for me, also, Like. I didn’t notice it at all.

[@philippebenoit1876]

mine is also very loud

[@SrirachaColdSauce]

Same. Returning mine. It's louder than an old PS4

[@toothybj]

Seems like a great product. Thinking of getting this & a 150” screen w/ stand for backyard movie nights!

[@npandy7526]

Ryan, You won't regret this choice. My daughter bought me one - and she knows I'm keen on good definition on screen because of failing eyesight. Great visually for movies and home video; guess it will be more than acceptable for textual presentations.

[@thehomefixer176]

I had bought 3 vemvo clones of this and they only last about 6 months before you get a yellow dot on the screens, Im wondering if this one does it as well as it looks the same.

[@mcphoney]

There does appear to be quite a few clones knocking around, so far however the Artlii is still working as it should.

[@Falconurbex]

Got mine today as i had a cheap 1 and colors were washed out everything reset and adusted setting to my tase but upon watching a video from laptop to big screen video is dark so i dont have any idea whats going on with it as it looks fine on laptop screen do u think it could be my hdmi lead causing the problem ??

[@mcphoney]

That’s an odd one, and I’m unsure of the fix. It should still be bright no matter what it is connected to. Maybe the colours could be off do to laptop settings but not the brightness. I take it you have adjusted settings on both the laptop and the projector? The HDMI cable could be a possibility like you said but if you can’t fix it then I would request a replacement. Pain in the back side I know but you want to enjoy your home cinema experience and not watch a dull screen! Apologies I couldn’t be more helpful! Hope you get it resolved!

[@tinahancock1550]

I am struggling to connect to Netflix, can anyone help

[@richardajleonard3458]

I have one.. and it works beautifully .. I love it..

[@CarolLambert21]

Just received mine. Can I bluetooth to a nicer speaker without the lag?

[@mcphoney]

Yes indeed, you should have no problems at all. If you go into “setup” and scroll along to Bluetooth - Once their you can search and connect to your desired speaker! 👌

[@vrglcom]

Does it play video files with usb flash drive?

[@meowstermeow2967]

Hello Mcphoney, would you say its specs are accurate, the Lumens, and contrast ratio advertised? Thanks

[@Doodfrumspace11]

I ordered one yesterday I get it this Thursday I am so excited !!

[@chriscoady6440]

Hi.. Have you used it outside? Thanks

[@Doodfrumspace11]

@@chriscoady6440 yea, I had it facing the garage and it was huge!

[@chriscoady6440]

@@Doodfrumspace11 ok cool.. Have you tried it in daylight?

[@Doodfrumspace11]

@@chriscoady6440 yeah, it’s still visible but not as pretty as in the dark

[@juanvelasco2991]

Hi I just got mine today for Father's Day. Using a Roku plus neither Netflix or Disney + movies work at all! What I mean is, the picture is there but no sound comes through the projector only for shows. Can you help? Any problems or suggestions?

[@stephenforde9420]

How do I make the screen go straight on the screen, as it's one sided, I'm a little confused on how to do this

[@KyngShadow]

Great review. I can see the reds are pretty orange tho which is to be expected from a budget projector.

[@e1337prodigy]

Are they orange? 5:57 the writing on the truck and car brake lights, think it depends on what you watching?

[@chan_arunpina]

Hello, very useful video. I am having issues connecting iphone 12 pro with this projector via bluetooth (they are both on same wifi). Any thoughts on why that might be?

[@eeda915]

It does not connect with cells only with speakers or soundbars.

[@richfrank749]

Has anyone who's tried this projector had focus problems? My center is crystal clear, but the closer to the left and right sides I get, the blurrier it gets. I was wondering if mine was defective.

[@juanvelasco2991]

Hi I just got mine today for Father's Day. Using a Roku Plus, but neither Netflix or Disney + movies work at all! What I mean is, the picture is there but no sound comes through the projector only for shows. But no sound at all unless I choose the audio description audio option.... Can you help? Any problems or suggestions?

[@Menethil21]

Do you know the IR Profile Code for this model?

[@mcphoney]

Apologies but I dont. I no longer have the projector to find out either. Have you contacted Artlii themselves to see if they can help?

[@raulconantaison9571]

Mi pregunta es le puesto el stik tv de Amazon i no ai manera de configurarlo para que me vague el audio desde el mando tv stik i tampoco se apaga desde el mando stik tv,, todo lo demas si funciona i lo bueno que la marca del proyector sale cuando configuro el stik tv

[@DominicOwen]

Does the standard VESA ceiling mount work with this ?

[@rogeratkinson592]

I see that this can be interfaced with a PC. I need a projector that I can mount to the ceiling so that I can project Microsoft PowerPoint, etc. I just don't want the added expense and trouble of running the cables. Does the Bluetooth feature allow me to connect wirelessly in this manner?

[@MANTDER]

Great review

[@mcphoney]

Thank you!💪

[@hfjimsuper9912]

Why are you saying that it has 7000 lumens brightness while the Amazon page says at the description as well as the product photos 340 lumens.

[@alencg2518]

that's ANSI lumens , 7000 led brightness

[@toomanyfacez]

Mines a little dim im guessing i should get a white screen instead of black?

[@gtrick64]

I need your help KZbin, i just got the projector and i cannot figure out how to remove the two extra small « screens » in the left top corner...Wher are the settings for that? Help would be very appreciated...

[@edmonddantes2025]

Better than the ViewSonic M2? :)

[@mcphoney]

Ha ha! Id say for a premium projector with digital sound then the M2 wins but for those with a slightly lower budget then defo the Artlii Energon 2! 👌👌👌

[@savaskuyumcuoglu4796]

Can do screen size reduce? And 4 ways keystone? Is it same machine Vamvo L620?

[@MrAri1969md]

How can you fix the Bluetooth voice delay ?

[@alainjsanchez6212]

Does it have Aspect ratio settings??? I like to watch movies just like in IMAX with anamorphic ratio

[@SnaxOnSnaxOnSnaxOnSnaxOnSnax]

Probably not.

[@Funkteon]

Hi there, does this Artlii model have the zooming function within the settings that the 'Artlii Enjoy' did that you reviewed?

[@juanarce7446]

saludos buen tutorial, solo quiero preguntarte si as probado este enrgon 2 reproduciendo un video que dure mas de 2 horas porque yo compre uno y no me reproduce un video de mas de 2 horas a 1h 55m re reproduccion se para y pasa al siguiente video, gracias de antemanos, saludos

[@pg9815]

Hi I am thinking of getting one can I collect a Chromecast it and stream through that ?

[@mcphoney]

Hi there! Ill be honest and say I haven't tested it with a Chromecast, but I cant see why not. It works absolutely fine with an amazon fire stick. Sorry I couldn't be more precise!

[@meganlee297]

Would I be able to watch Netflix/Prime Video/Disney + etc with HDMI from a laptop like normal? If I view these apps through chrome on my Android phone would I be able to watch? Really appreciate the help.

[@monuusa]

How close can this be placed to wall where it will project?

[@toulti22]

Can I use this projector for sport bar ? Thanks

[@Doeyhead]

I can not get this thing focused. It focuses in on the middle but the sides are not good. Does anyone know how to fix that issue?

[@user-kl6ss2ys7k]

What picture do you get or video at 120 inches

[@dx2y]

Does this projector have blurry corners like other projectors?

[@veritemedia3006]

no

[@omarramirez6750]

Can someone tell me what ceiling mount would work for this projector

[@MonieRivera]

Does this work on a sound bar and also is this Bluetooth????

[@deeteepeafore]

Is there any way you could test the fan noise with a decibel meter? They have free sound meter apps for this. I understand if you don't. that's asking a lot. There's another KZbinr climbing that the fan noise is under 30 decibels. I do not believe him. the quieter ones in this category are at least 40 decibels. If its 30 or below I would buy one today

[@mcphoney]

No probs at all, it would have to be tomorrow though I’m afraid as I’m settling the little one presently! I’ll do a few tests and let you know! 👌

[@deeteepeafore]

@@mcphoney Oh great. I'm subscribing.

[@mcphoney]

@@deeteepeafore Right then so i downloaded a free DB/Noise metre app for the iphone called DB metre. In complete silence with the projector still off and the phone placed directly top of it, the metre shows 27db. Without moving the phone, I turned the projector on and with just the fan noise (no film/video playing) the reading went up to 55db. I then moved the phone directly to were the vents are on the projector and the highest it went up to was around 62db. So if you take 27db as no noise and then the highest level of 62db we come up with around 35db. Hope that makes sense (and helps)! If you wish to email me ill happily send over a video recording of the fan noise too! Let me know your thoughts! Ps.Thanks for subscribing btw too! Greatly appreciated!

[@deeteepeafore]

@@mcphoney wow, thank you ever so much!! that's all I needed.

[@The_Creative_Workshop]

This is not 7000 lumens it's 7000 lux .... Apparently

[@pirvuremus5250]

Thanks mate 👍👍👍

[@Mile19825]

Hello McPhoney: How about gaming with this one Input lag etc. ?? Thx

[@mcphoney]

I’ve only tested it with my trusty classic PS3 and it’s absolutely fine. I can imagine there is maybe the odd ms of lag which could be a problem for epic gaming but for just a bit of casual console fun, it works well! (No noticeable lag). Hope that helps!

[@Mile19825]

@@mcphoney thx for your pleasent Help !! Stay healthy my friend :) greez

[@mcphoney]

👌👌👌

[@22mugwuffin]

Have you ever reviewed the Artlii Enjoy 2 ?

[@mcphoney]

Unfortunately not, looks like a good projector but never got the chance to do a video on it I’m afraid!

[@jamijami2108]

@@mcphoney ok

[@arunkuman]

Which compares bette this one or enjoy 3 ?

[@standumitruemil8398]

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[@alencg2518]

Color gamut? is it 100% sRGB?

[@mcphoney]

It does say it is on the website, however I’m unsure as I haven’t got the tools/colour calibrator to test it. Sorry!

[@alencg2518]

@@mcphoney yes i know that , unfortunately, all reviews are without color gamut measurements

[@alencg2518]

@@mcphoney thank you for your answer

[@alencg2518]

@@mcphoney in the meantime I found out that it uses a 4K LCD, it is possible that it is able to deliver a color gamut of 100% sRGB

[@vrglcom]

Is it Bluetooth 5.0 version? I can’t find anywhere in specs?

[@mcphoney]

Hi there, well ive just checked the web, the Artlii website, Amazon listings, amazon reviews, the manual and even set up the projector and gone through the options but cannot find the answer as to wether its Bluetooth V5.0. Personally I think it would be 4.0. Not sure why - that's just a hunch! Other reviews have said they've experienced no lag/problems with the bluetooth connection if thats any help! You also asked about another projector, the Vamvo L6200 and tbh I think they are the same projector - just differently branded! Hope that helps in some way!

[@vrglcom]

MCPHONEY Yes that really helps as it confirms exactly what I was thinking. I had also seen some similar projectors which had Bluetooth 4.1 built in so my best guess is around 4 - 4.2. I’m sure if it was v5 they would have advertised this. Thanks for looking though and trying to find out. Much appreciated! 👍🏼

[@vrglcom]

MCPHONEY I found out from Artlii that it’s Bluetooth v4.0 so your hunch was right 👍🏼

[@johnvictormendieta2942]

Can i connect my pc to this projector vía wifi?

[@DominicOwen]

Yes and bluetooth

[@MrShazziegee]

Technophobe and out of the loop for many years - would this be compatible with an external USB DVD drive? (Think the drive has it's own power source)

[@mcphoney]

Now then Sharon! Hope you are well! So technically....I suppose it would....but it does depend on what outputs are on the dvd drive. Does it have a VGA or HDMI output? If it only has a USB slot then im sorry to say I doubt it would! :-(

[@MrShazziegee]

@@mcphoney USB only :(

[@segments2156]

I don't think it would be really compatible, a usb dvd drive is just a drive, it doesn't have the capacity in itself of decoding a video dvd, when you plug it on your computer, the computer is doing all the decoding. At best, the video projector could access the dvd drive as if it was a external hard drive, and be able to decode mp4 (h264 or divx) files that would be on it (if it's a dvd that you burned yourself) and may be (but i don't think so) it could be able to decode the files inside the architecture of a commercial video dvd.... but you would not have the menus, the chapters, or anything that makes a dvd easy to use, and also, the movie could be split between several files. If you want to read dvd on this, either you have to plug a dvd player (with it's own decoding circuit), or you have to plug your computer with your usb dvd drive plugged onto the computer. (i hope my english is understandable, it's not my main language)

[@Fedesu98]

image quality : ARTLII ENERGON 2 vs VIEWSONIC M2 , which one is better?

[@Laspelotasharry]

Do you have the answer?

[@Fedesu98]

@@Laspelotasharry M2 ViewSonic

[@Laspelotasharry]

@@Fedesu98 está mejor el viewsonic?

[@Fedesu98]

@@Laspelotasharry si, use los dos y el ViewSonic es bastante superior!

[@Laspelotasharry]

@@Fedesu98 Muy amable, muchas gracias. Es mas caro?

[@garycorbett8679]

Is it celing mountable

[@rehanrasheed1465]

Is it work with 220 volts?

[@martinrosemond534]

Can i connect my fire stick remote control to this projector?

[@mcphoney]

I’m not too sure on that one..I doubt it tbh. You can connect your Firestick though!

[@martinrosemond534]

@@mcphoney my fire stick is connected to it. I'm trying the remote it's not connecting

[@mcphoney]

martin rosemond Hi there, sorry about the late reply! Can I just confirm, are you trying to operate your Firestick whilst it’s plugged into the projector with the Firestick remote? Is that what you mean?

[@muhammad2668]

Is that projector good to use in the daylight of classrooms?

[@Doodfrumspace11]

With the lights on it’s kinda dim but surprisingly still bright. But if you’re gonna have the lights off it’s perfect. It has good lumens

[@keekee4697]

Omg on amazon then the spec info is wrong. Says 8000 lux and 10,000:1 contrast

[@brutus25100]

merci pour la vidéo

[@SuperCelo]

Loved the review, I have been looking for a good projector at a reasonable price.

[@joxasegura2138]

Umboxing del artlli enjoy 3

[@inkwyvern5171]

why is this projector listed as having 8000 lumens and 10000:1 contrast ratio on Amazon when reviews say it has 7000 lumens and 8000:1

[@mcphoney]

Yeah a few people have mentioned this so not sure what to believe! I know when I published the video the specifications where correct as they are checked and double checked before release. Maybe they have released an updated model? No idea to be honest, but I will say this is still my favourite projector considering the price and the quality of the picture! 👌 Sorry I couldn’t be more specific with your question though!

[@inkwyvern5171]

@@mcphoney You still think it's worth buying? Its competitors are roughly £100 cheaper for the same specifications. Is there a reason for this particular model being higher priced? I don't mind paying the extra so long as it's worth it. Cheers

[@mcphoney]

Which competitors have you been looking at if you don’t mind me asking? As for this projector (Artlii Energon 2) basically it’s the quality of the picture, the brightness and low fan noise that I think are superior than most of the projectors I have tried. The only one that was better is the Viewsonic M2 but that is 3x the price!

[@inkwyvern5171]

@@mcphoney The VANKYO L530W has 7500 lumens with a contrast ratio of 10000:1, native 1080p, and audio quality that surprised me. Cost £140 with the discount applied. I bought that projector a few days ago, and have since sent it back, as no matter how perfectly accurate I leveled the projector all four corners had atrocious blur while the center was sharp, and the image quality was badly pixelated. Guessing it's defective. I would buy it again, but I not certain it's defective, plus I came across this video of yours today. ...which would you go with, the VANKYO L530W, or the Artlii Energon 2? My brain's fried with all the research

[@mcphoney]

Ha ha! Totally understand! I always research heavily before buying a product and end up even more unsure at the end! So I’ve not tested the Vankyo, I remember being offered something to try by them but I was just too busy unfortunately. From what I can see though is that it’s a cheap and cheerful projector that works well in a dark room. Someone else on their Amazon review has also mentioned blurred edges but it does look pretty good for the price as long as not too much is expected. The Artlii Energon 2 is also considered a “budget” projector but personally I do think for the overall price you get a great bit of kit. Now when it comes to blurred edges I’ve never noticed them but the room I do all my testing in isn’t perfectly straight either. (It’s my sons bedroom as it’s the only room with a clear wall.) Basically I really like the Artlii Energon 2 and I’ll be doing a video soon where a place every projector I’ve done into a top 10 based on price, quality etc and between you and me this will be number 1. I suppose if you did buy it from Amazon and where unhappy you could always return it. Pain in the backside I know but at least you won’t loose your money!

[@t0m1603]

awesome review thank you! Wondering how it would work with my xbox one for some online gaming say forza for example

[@thomasozanne5721]

Thinking the same thing!

[@evelbsstudio]

Just bought this to replace my TV, I have always wanted a projector, after seeing various reviews they all mention different lux levels some 7000, 8000 and 10000. It looks like noone is sure about the lux levels

[@chodaddy84]

Inputt lagg?

[@sigmamale520]

This isn't artlii, this is YG620!

[@pallie233]

Hey there, great video. Can you confirm if this projector is native 60hz? Is it 60fps smooth motion or standard juddering 24-30fps ? Thanks

[@mcphoney]

Hi there, thanks for the compliment! Unfortunately it doesnt state anywhere in the instructions or online about the refresh rate but on amazon.com someone has asked a similar question and Artlii themselves have replied with "1080p @ 60htz" Hope that helps!

[@mcphoney]

60hz not htz sorry!

[@DavidBowie36]

yes its 60 fps.Its smooth for games.

[@kingj6914]

I have IOS and can not connect it

[@mcphoney]

Are you connecting to the Artlii device first? On your iOS device go to Settings>WiFi and an Artlii name should appear. Once connected to that you can then open up screen mirroring (on your device) and it should show up and allow you to connect.👌

[@zrohit]

I have both the projector and my iPad on the same WiFi network. On the Projector I selected IOS Mirror. Then on the iPad I enable Screen Sharing and select the Projector (Artlii....). Once that is done try different apps on the iPad, safari, KZbin, amazon prime etc. Depending on how new your iPad is you will or will not be able to see Netflix. Hope this helps.

[@beheadingbuddha4256]

Is the refresh rate 60hz?

[@DavidBowie36]

yes its 60 hz,its smooth for movies and games.

[@magicmikela]

Has anyone used this outside?

[@Myhomeentertainmentsystem]

just hung on ceiling and will not flip image

[@mcphoney]

Have you gone through the settings > projection etc?

[@Myhomeentertainmentsystem]

@@mcphoney I've done everything I can mess with on it I finally had to take off my regular projector holder from the ceiling and build a shelf from the ceiling but the picture is good

[@trugaminglegend]

Is that hdmi port 2.0

[@CodeRadGames]

yes it is.

[@WhiteCatNLD]

Sounds like someone is a bit sponsored 🤣🤣🤣

[@mcphoney]

Ha ha! I’m afraid not. Never been paid for a review! But this is still my favourite projector in terms of price and quality!

[@travissoff9521]

That's just how good of deal this is.

[@garycorbett8679]

What is the hrz rate it has to be 50/60 hrz or it's no good

[@mcphoney]

Artlii do state it as 60hz, hope that’s helps! 👌