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John Dirk · 05-13-2008, 09:07 PM

I think you're pretty close on the expected bulb life, but replacements should be in the $300.00 - $400.00 range. My particular projectors [Sanyo PLV-Z5] replacement bulbs are around $350.00. Again, not trying to influence your decision as flat panels have their advantages, but I would recommend checking out a good projector setup before writing any checks. That way your decision will be all the more informed. In my area there are several high-end, privately owned Home Theater shops. These are the ideal places to see a good projector setup. Places like Best Buy and Circuit City are hit & miss.

Either way you go, I think you'll be pleased. The real bang for the buck is more in the speakers anyway. The best overall advice I can give you is not to skimp on the sub.

John

05-13-2008, 09:07 PM	#11 of 20
John Dirk Member Location: Atlanta, GA Join Date: May 2000 Local Time: 04:27 AM Local Date: 10-08-2008 Posts: 581	Re: Need Advice! I think you're pretty close on the expected bulb life, but replacements should be in the $300.00 - $400.00 range. My particular projectors [Sanyo PLV-Z5] replacement bulbs are around $350.00. Again, not trying to influence your decision as flat panels have their advantages, but I would recommend checking out a good projector setup before writing any checks. That way your decision will be all the more informed. In my area there are several high-end, privately owned Home Theater shops. These are the ideal places to see a good projector setup. Places like Best Buy and Circuit City are hit & miss. Either way you go, I think you'll be pleased. The real bang for the buck is more in the speakers anyway. The best overall advice I can give you is not to skimp on the sub. John "The names Francis Sawyer, but everybody calls me "Psycho." Any of YOU guys call ME Francis, and I'll kill ya!" My Home Theater My Blog My Travels Last edited by John Dirk : 05-13-2008 at 09:11 PM.