OK so i'm kinda hoping for a decent tax return which would give me a good start on things heh.

But what i'm looking at or interested in is picking up a TV or projector. I've got pretty well the rest of the home entertainment center, but that part is lacking. Have a small tv.


Now what knida things do i need to know about a projector? I've seen they can be kinda pricy are there any ups/downs? are they a waste of money? etc etc etc


I'm planning on a grand or so from the tax return which could be enough to buy a decent tv....32" or so i'm hoping for at least. Would i be better off with one of them? If so, what can ya guys tell me about it all? TV would connect to my home receiver, maybe to a ps2 or something here n there.....and for watching tv and movies of course.....


Any help hints suggestions or ideas are welcome.

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projectors arent good in a living room that has a lot of ambient light during the day time..... the screen will get washed out

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OK another buddy explained to me the extent of the price of a projector and screen and all that jazz....and 2-4k may be a lil much.

So back to the TV idea, assuming i have around a $1000 is that gonna be enough for something decent sized and decent quality? what should i look for? What am i missing out on from spending more?

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This is simple, goto Audio Ark or Premier Audio, thats if you want to go broke. They are both on the same street just a different avenue. Also goto either one to find info out, ive gone there lots and always learn something. Its better to be informed, then not knowning what you just bought. On a side note, id rather have better quality of picture then the size of screen. A buddy of mine got a 50 inch projection for the wow factor but its grainy(i think) Id rather watch a movie on my 18inch lcd monitor then his 50tv.

[ March 01, 2005, 06:25 PM: Message edited by: Beater Truck ]

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yeah i hear ya...

i've been to audio arc...went there to listen to the paradigm subs's when i was buying. Neat place. I don't wanna go broke lol, just want some info some heads up. Generally don't like talking to salesmen about it, cause it's not often you get a straight answer, hense why i talk to you guys.

I do want quality i don't just want size, but i don't need the absolute best either, i've got a pretty good idea what size i'd like though.

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Alpine IVA-W200
Alpine KCA-100BT
CDT CL-61
Concept CC504
1 12" RE XXX
RF T1500-1BD

ONe word...Hitachi

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OMG I hadent even thought about tax returns... I'm hoping for a nice one too... AND IAM BLOWING IT ALL ON HOME THEATER GEAR...

(I just cant let the wife find out.. lol)

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One could get an entry level DLP projector like the Benq PB6100 or Infocus X1 (hard to find) for less than $1000....check for the $599 Benq 6100 refurbs at Staples (low hours typically). Both have been replaced by newer models, PB6110 and X1a. As with most front projectors with low to moderate lumens like projectors for HT, you need to control the lighting in your room....for the most part. To a small minority (including me), rainbow artifacts can be problematic (ie. irritating to headaches or migraines for some). Entry level LCD projectors typically have problems with screen door effect. Those LCD projectors like the Sanyo Z3 and Panasonic AE700 reduce/eliminate the screen door effect but at much higher price ($2500-$4000). LCD projectors typically have more vibrant colours. DLP projectors typically have better blacks/contrast (2000:1). Sanyo Z3 and Panasonic AE700 have blacks that are close to those experienced in DLP projectors.

More info on projectors here:

http://www.projectorcentral.com

http://www.avsforum.com and check the sub $3500 digital projector section

I have had the Infocus X1 DLP front projector for the past year and half. Am quite please with it's picture quality....fan is kinda noisy. Seen quite a few rainbows initially....just the occasional one now.

Dave


Dave

[ March 01, 2005, 08:29 PM: Message edited by: DavidY ]

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Yep, projectors are where it is at, they have come a LONG way in the past few years. I had the InFocus 4805 and the picture was truely stunning, better than most TV's I have seen save for the expensive Plazma's and such. There is just something about a 100" picture that really gives you a sense of depth and "reality" IMO. I now have the Panasonic AE 700 (LCD with smoothscreen technology) and the picture is incredible, no screen door effect, no grainyness, no complaints at all. Every person to demo it so far has been blown away that projectors can look this good (especially the colors and sharpness), better than there TV's in most cases.

If you can find an InFocus dealer in your area, ask to demo the 4805, it has come down in price a lot in the past few months, and is a great little projector. You can shoot it on your wall untill you are ready to buy a screen if you feel you need it (DIY screens are the way to go IMO) I dont think I will ever go back to a TV again... [img]smile.gif[/img]

I can try and get some screen shots of mine if you are interested, just to give you an idea where projector technology is at these days...