About G3

Nut G3 is produced by Shenzhen Produced by Huole Technology Development Co., Ltd., which is committed to the research and development of intelligent projection equipment 。 As a rising star in the projection industry, it has become the leader of home intelligent projection in just a few years. Today's nut G3 can be said to be the main product for new upgrading after G1. Compared with G1 and G1S, the biggest change of G3 is in its appearance. What about its other capabilities and performance? Let's experience it.

First sight of unpacking

First of all, it can be seen from the outer package that the original short, thick and fat has become the long, flat and narrow. From the perspective of the outer packaging alone, it looks less bloated and more smart, and the design of the packaging is more modern and three-dimensional in terms of both font and pattern.

When you open the cover, you can see the true face of G3. There are cushion sponge packages around, but the protective layer on it is slightly thin, and only two double-sided adhesive tapes are used to fix it. When you open the cover of this machine, half of it has fallen off. It is recommended to improve it, otherwise it will give you a sense of cheapness. On the whole, G3 has a simple metal shell and a sense of technology.

The top surface of G3 is not flat, but convex. Apart from the black triangular lens, it looks like a smooth pebble. The overall shape looks a bit like Naruto's wooden leaf LOGO, and the external lens makes it more like a serious projection equipment.

The package generally includes: one G3, one power adapter, one AC line, one remote controller, one manual, one warranty card and one certificate of conformity.

Detail capture

The G3 lens has added an electric protective cover, which is really a blessing for most people. The light and shadow related machine lens can be said to be one of the most important parts, and also the most easily damaged parts, all pervasive dust, sharp sharp tools. For these, the lens has no resistance at all. So the new lens protection cover in G3 will open automatically when you start the machine and close automatically when you turn off the machine, which is really a great upgrade.

In addition, G3 has a rich interface: S/PDIF. Anyone who likes to play HD should know that it is a standard configuration for ordinary HD machines, high-end set-top boxes and intelligent projectors. The interface has many functions, such as outputting sound source to MD, playing back digital speakers, and decoding DVD audio. The G3 has abundant resources and good built-in audio effect, so this interface can basically be used as the audio output interface of headphones, for fear of inserting headphones when someone is noisy, or for deep box enthusiasts, for fear that the sound quality of the sound card will deteriorate due to the internal electromagnetic interference of G3, The digital sound processed by the sound card DSP can be transmitted to the external speaker through the S/PDIF interface, so that a more pure and clear sound can be played back.

The wired Ethernet interface has basically entered the wireless era. Few families do not have wireless routers. In addition, the G3 supports 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n WiFi, so it looks like a chicken. However, it can still play a role in some environments without wireless network. HDIMI interface, High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a digital video/audio interface technology, which is a special digital interface suitable for video transmission. It can transmit audio and video signals at the same time. It is also a commonly used interface at the moment. For friends who like to play large screen games, they can connect XBox and other devices externally. For some computers with HDMI interface, it is very convenient to cast the screen on the computer. Unfortunately, this line is not included in the standard configuration of nuts. Friends who need nuts should buy them separately.

The second is the power interface. There is one USB2.0 interface and one USB3.0 interface respectively. The two USB interfaces increase the compatibility of more devices and are very user-friendly. G3 supports USB to directly read the audio and video files of external devices. One thing to mention is that I tried to play audio and video with a 64G 3.0U disk. I failed to read the audio and video files several times. After I turned off the computer, I turned it on again to recognize the audio and video files. However, the hot swapping of ordinary USB flash drives with small memory can normally read the contents. Since only one high-capacity USB stick is tested, it is unclear whether it is a USB stick problem or a machine problem. Finally, the AVin interface supports some device inputs such as TV boxes. In general, the input and output interfaces of nut G3 are rich enough for daily use.

Upgrade Comparison

Compared with G1, G3 is lighter, thinner, more concise and more elegant, and even uses hidden touch keys instead of physical keys. It is easy to leave fingerprints on the surface of G1 and wipe them every time. G3 does not have this problem at all. Personally, I prefer the simplicity and atmosphere of G3. In this age of winning looks, good looks will be more popular.

The bottom of the two has also changed a lot. First of all, G3 has canceled the adapter tray. If you want to place the support or hoist, you don't need to remove the anti-skid screws to replace the adapter tray. The bottom cover can be installed directly. But after comparing the 1/4 international standard screw hole of the digital camera and the 1/4 international standard screw of the bracket tray of the two digital cameras with G3, it is found that the size is standard, but the depth is a little less, which results in that the G3 cannot be stably held by the standard camera tripod, and there will be a slight deflection. Since G1 is an external tray, there is no such problem, nor is G3 supported by the nut's own multi-purpose bracket. Since it is standard, all standard sizes should be universal. I hope to improve the product.

Another obvious change is the cooling hole. The G3 cooling hole is on the side and is designed together with the horn hole, which is not obvious when there is a bracket. However, when the projector is placed on some soft planes, it will not be able to cool well like G1. The optimization of the G3 cooling hole is also a commendable place. G3 has a large heat dissipation noise. However, after seeing a movie normally, there is sound. With sound, the noise can be ignored and does not affect the viewing experience. During the test, the air conditioner was always on in the room, the temperature was relatively high, and the camera was basically not hot. The temperature of the camera and G3 were compared. Both devices were used continuously for one hour, the camera was 26.8 ℃, and the projector was 35.6 ℃. The heat dissipation effect was relatively good.

The change of G3 to G1 lens has been mentioned previously. In addition, according to the official publicity, LED bulbs have a life of 30000 hours, can watch 20000 movies, and can watch 8 hours a day for 10 years. I think I've watched TV at home for more than 10 years, but I can't do related scientific tests. Just don't let it be too short. The projector iterates very quickly. It's estimated that no one will like it for such a long time. Then there is the change on the back. The various interfaces are basically unchanged, but the order has been readjusted.

The following is a useful gadget - remote control. The previous G1 remote control had to complain, which is almost anti human. It is believed that most people who see the G1 remote control think that the big turntable is for focusing, rather than for adjusting the volume. Moreover, the silver turntable is easy to get dirty, and the arrangement of keys is not very reasonable, which may be a little sensationalism. The change of G3 remote control is visible, and its size has become smaller. It has changed from No. 7 battery to button battery, and the function of air mouse has been cancelled. The key layout has also been adjusted again, which has become very user-friendly. Some basic keys are similar to a pocket Android phone, with a small voice volume adjustment key on the side. Most people should use the remote control blindly, instead of staring at the remote control for keys every time.

Ability demonstration

Let's talk about the sound effect of G3. It has two 8W speakers built in, and adopts dynamic bass DBE enhancement technology. High, medium and low tri band performance is good. If it is a home, the sound effect of the small living room is enough to create an atmosphere. The fan cooling noise can be ignored once the audio is turned on. In addition, the G3 supports the Bluetooth function, which can be used as an independent external audio. If you simply want to listen to music with it, it is not recommended. After all, the fan will automatically start cooling when you turn on it. Unless the sound is turned on very loud, it will be very affected by noise.

Brightness and resolution are also important indicators of projectors. The standard resolution of G3 is 1280x800, compatible with 2K and 4K, and the brightness is 1000ANSI. Many home computers on the market are 1280x720. 16:10 is generally used for commercial projection, and 16:9 is the configuration of home high-definition projection. The internal system settings of G3 can adjust the aspect ratio to meet different needs. There are several points to note about brightness. It is not that the higher the brightness, the better. Too high the brightness will affect the viewing effect. Some commercial machines have high brightness to adapt to more complex light environments. Compared with G3 and G1, G3 is indeed much brighter than G1, but it can't be seen in the daytime. If a layer of sunshade curtain is pulled in the daytime, the use effect will not be affected.

Nut G3 supports watching 3D movies at home, and also has many 3D movie sources built in, which should be matched with active shutter 3D glasses. My two pairs of glasses were taken by my friend for use. Here, I just use two ordinary 3D glasses to show the effect. If you have your own glasses, you should also pay attention. This kind of projector should use active shutter 3D glasses. It does not support ordinary 3D or IMAX3D glasses. Otherwise, it will not have 3D effect.

When the power is turned on, the hidden touch button of the projector will be displayed. Red in standby mode and blue in startup mode. Nuts G3 is based on Android's JMGO OS, which has a built-in TV client of Yangguang Galaxy Litchi, and is relatively rich in resources. After booting up, visitors will be prompted to log in, existing account login and new user registration. It is recommended that if you own a G3, you can register an account to facilitate later collection and viewing of programs and preferences. At the same time, for new users who do not have an account, it is recommended that you register on a computer or mobile phone, and log in directly with the projector. After all, remote control of the projector is not as convenient as that of computers and mobile phones.

Audiovisual experience

After entering the system, you can find a row of function bars on the top and channel interaction bars on the bottom. The function bar has many practical functions, such as: hoisting mode: the screen will automatically invert after selection, which is convenient for hoisting customers to watch. Similar functions also include rear projection mode; Ladder correction: This function is a necessary function for the projector, but I feel that the automatic mode is not as convenient as the manual mode. The video content resources are also wide enough for daily viewing, and the program content will not be repeated to avoid the suspicion of soft text.

Here's a more practical function: digital zoom. This function is very useful for families with limited living room area. You can zoom in and out freely. Of course, it is a reduction in the projection ratio of 100%. If the wall is too small or there is no placement point at an appropriate distance, you can give full play to this function.

The built-in search function of the system is similar to that of most TV boxes. It is convenient to search for the first letter of a program. Now many intelligent devices support voice search. I hope that later products of nuts can also be equipped with this function, which will be more convenient. The program watching will automatically record the progress, and the next time you enter, you will be prompted whether to continue to play the last progress, eliminating the trouble of fast forward every time. The program supports a variety of functions, including: skip the title and tail of the movie, adjust the definition, collect videos, and adjust the picture proportion.

If the projector changes position and blurs, you can focus on it by yourself, and it is easy to adjust the picture to a clear range. I don't know why my last nut G1 suddenly couldn't focus properly for a while. After communicating with the customer service, I learned that the focusing motor was broken. Focusing is also the most commonly used function. I hope the manufacturer can improve the life of the focusing motor as well as the life of the bulb.

When G3 watches 720P high-definition video, its performance is also outstanding. It supports a maximum of 300 inches of projection, and the viewing is smooth. There is no need to compare points. It is enough for ordinary users to watch high-definition video without getting stuck. Sitting on the sofa at night, projecting super large pictures and turning up the volume is really a luxury experience.

The nut G3 also has a built-in software market, which can install some favorite applications by itself. At the same time, the system also has some simple games that can be played with the remote control to increase some appropriate entertainment and relaxation time.

Scene display

The usage scenario of nut G3 is also very broad. Although it focuses on home intelligent audio and video, there is room for it to be used in home audio and video, small gatherings, business meetings, restaurants and hotels.

Overall summary

advantage:

1. Beautiful appearance, elegant lines and high appearance;

2. Brightness improvement, high color reproduction and good viewing experience;

3. Add electric lens protection cover, which extends the service life of lens physically;

4. Remote control optimization, supporting mobile App remote control;

5. The cooling holes are optimized and placed wherever you want.

Insufficient:

1. The cushion sponge on the package cover is easy to fall off, giving a sense of cheapness;

2. The screw holes of the base plate bracket cannot be used for most standard camera tripods;

3. Optimize the life of the bulb and hope to improve the life of the focusing motor;

4. There is no commonly used HDMI wire.

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