Mike, One possible idea is to get your PJ and experiment with the throw size; throwing to a wall or bed sheet until you find what YOU like best for size. Then get your screen. If you are unsure about your projector placement, you might consider one with lens shift. This adds considerably to...
Mike, I have a 92"x52" and only use about 47" of the 52 (drop constraints). For 1.85:1 I throw about 84x47 and zoom for the 2.35:1 movies to use the entire 92". I sit about 15'. I think at 11' you may have too much screen. I feel about at the limit with mine. If you go too big relative to your...
Anyone have any recommendations for DVD cleaning kits/products? In catalogs, I have seen a product that is like a stick for filling scratches. Wondered if such would really do anything. I am most interested in products for cleaning but also occasionally purchase the odd "previously viewed"...
Mark Alan's argument is a strong one. There are probably other reasons and maybe someone will offer some. Mark's point is reasonable. However, on the less than rational side, many with money will usually find a reason to spend on "higher end" equipment. While "higher end" equipment may...
I replaced SOME VHS with DVD but not all. I think I read (could be wrong about this) that the new platform will be cross compatible. Anyone know about this?
I think you may be mistaken. I am not sure which units you are looking at. Infocus X1 is very highly rated as an entry level FP and it is DLP and possibly the lowest price FP on the market. You might check-out, if you have not already, the "Highly Recommended, Projectors" List at...
PS. When you go to that link for the AVSforum for projectors under $3500 - in the lower right corner of the page (when scrolled to the top) there is a search line that reads: "Search this Forum: (Current)" in this space, you can type in "X1" and it will search the forum for all posts which...
I'm not very familiar with the X1 but many are very pleased with it. It's native 4:3 should make it good for gaming. You will want light control as ambient light affects the image so daytime use will probably require window blinds (unless in a windowless basement or similar). You will also need...
Chad, While I cannot speak for any of the other projectors as I have not researched them, I can say that your information on the Home 1 is less than ten percent of the truth. By YOUR standards that you outline for the other projectors, the Home 1 stands out if you supply the real information...
Hi Guys, I'll kick in my 2 cents. I have a Home 1 and I really push the limits of that seating distance ratio sometimes. First, I have a 92" wide screen and I use that width on 2.35:1 movies. I lean more 80x45 on the 1.85:1s I have a Dalite HCMW screen which has a gain of 1.1 My...
Dipul, I mentioned above which screen I chose. I went with the High Contrast Matte White material as I have an entry level LCD projector (Hitachi Home 1) and that material was recommended by the merchant and the manufacturer for my logistics and specifications. There certainly are more...
I agree with Brent. For that money, you can have both and probably be very happy. There is a new generation of DLP RPTVs coming out this year including a very sexy looking new Samsung line. I just went to the Samsung site and could not find a link to show you. It was shown in an ad at the top of...
A good place to start is here: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...hreadid=282243 Scroll down to the FAQs. There are links to most of the information you will need to start. Also check the following link to a list of recommended projectors grouped by price range. All listed (blue...
I agree! I am in the entry level and MUST have a raising screen. I would get tensioned if it were in my budget, assuming I did not have dedicated space. I went with Dalite HCMW manual Model C (For use with my LCD PJ) but ran into some complications and replacing with cosmo electric. On the...
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I find it interesting that you are willing to spend within a $2k price variation for your projector (well above entry level) but $2500+ tensioned screen is out of your budget. Sounds to me like you are headed towards an Onkyo receiver with Radio Shack speakers or a Ferrari with generic...
Nick, Just realized you are in Australia, sorry for being an assuming American. Still recommend the AVSforum for screen info. However, during my research, I did come across an Australian supplier. They down talked grey screens. I posted and the idea got bounced around (I now forget whether...
Projectorcentral.com does not have a listing for the AE500E. They list most projectors and provide throw calculators for most as well. Don't know what projector you borrowed for testing but unless it is the exact same model as the one you ordered, the throw/image size will be different. For...
I bought Hitachi Home 1 and Dalite HCMW for under half that budget and I love mine. Other popular in these threads are X1, Z1, Z2, Panny 500. There has been much discussion here about the impending Infocus 4805 too. Projectorcentral.com has a list of favored projectors categorized by price...
Bob, Check out the Hitachi Home 1. It has a longer throw. While not XGA, it is native 16x9. I just got one and love it (lvg-rm 15' throw) and replacement bulbs (2000 hrs) are only $199. It has lens shift and a great zoom making placement extremely flexible. I have posted and corresponded with...
Call Dalite direct and/or AVdeals.com and discuss the room, lumens, PJ, screen size, etc. Dalite uses a formula to recommend material, gain, etc. For my room, screen size and projector they recommended High Contrast Matte White (and it seems to work well although I have only watched two movies...
Watch for your throw distance. I just got an entry level FP and chose everything to avoid zoom and keystone as these may affect overall image quality. Good luck! ~ Lou ~ :D FP - WOW!!! :D
Sounds like you are taking a good approach. Given your room size, the Hitachi may be a bit too long a throw. It's a really nice first FP. Got mine from Newegg.com for $1,199. There is a formula for calculating screen size by a formula of seating distance. Now, I do not remember if seat...
Rob, Don't forget to look at throw ratios (distance between projector and screen). This distance affects the size range of the projected image. Without a dedicated space, I had to place my projector a bit farther away than most projectors would permit for the screen size I could accommodate...
Hi Brad, I only know what I read over the net and that is pretty much what is shown in that link. The stand is designed to accommodate the Artgograph prism projector. The description on the linked site is directly quoted from Artograph:
Artograph has an 8 Lbs. prism projector so I assume it...
Thanks Eric, I thought about the tri-pod idea. While the projector does not accommodate a tri-pod, your modification would be an interesting idea. Unfortunately, I would need a very big sturdy tri-pod to reach the 60" I want and safely hold the 8 lbs. proj. Joseph, Thanks for your input...
I think I read in the calibration posts that RPTVs require multiple calibrations while they experience a break-in period when new. I assumed this applied to all DLP and LCD RPTVs. If correct, does it also apply to LCD FPs? I just received my first FP yesterday - WOW - :D Waiting for my...
Hi Shawn, The projector will only come out for use. When not in use, it will be in a closet. So the stand needs to be relatively light and easy to move yet sturdy enough to confidently hold the projector (just under 8 lbs.). Thanks for trying to help. I hope you have a creative idea. ~ Lou ~