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I am using a basic Da-lite Matte White screen. You will find that the 4805 is plenty bright. My theatre is in a light controlled basement as well. I wanted a large viewing angle so I did not go for a high gain screen. Higher gain is nice if you are looking for more image punch - but the...

It seems the Barco has a fairly low contrast ratio. Which Benq are you looking at? What room conditions do you have? What is your input source (HTPC, component), and what will you be viewing? (DVD, HDTV, Games)

I just bought a Benq 6100. This projector is native 4:3 - but it will play 16:9 widescreen DVDs just fine. It has a 16:9 mode. So far I am projecting on a maroon colored wall and the picture is excellent. When I get my new screen I expect things to be breathtaking. You will not be...

Thanks to everyone for their replies. I am convinced that ChrisWiggles is right. For me a used CRT or a new DLP based projector would make the most sense. I like new technology and that, along with their compact size and ease of mounting compared to CRTs, is what is attracting me to the DLP...

Thanks for the information on CRTs. I am not sure if I want to go in that direction - I have been researching DLP and LCD projectors. Being a "frugal" (read: cheap) person I always want to make sure I am making a cost effective purchasing decision. As a non-videophile I was under the...

Hi all. I would appreciate any advice you could give me on specific models of projectors for a dedicated DVD projector. I have a finished basement so I can eliminate ambient light completely. I want to buy a used projector that will give me a good DVD image. I like a good picture but I am not a...