Jack M Posted October 24, 2006 Report Share Posted October 24, 2006 So since I am my parent's technology consultant :rolleyes: I have been charged with selecting a projector for them. I don't know much about projectors. Their budget is $1000. I've narrowed it down to this Epson: http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/consumer/consDetail.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=yes&oid=63056538 and this Infocus: http://www.infocus.com/Products/Projectors/IN72.aspx The Epson is LCD, and the Infocus is DLP. Both are 480p. I know, would be nice to get 720p or 576p, but that seems to be out of the budget. So far I think the Epson is the right choice, but let me know if I am overlooking something. Points in favor of the Epson: <ul> <li>1200 vs. 900 lumens - my dad wants to be able to watch golf during the day (curtains drawn is ok), and they don't want to have to watch movies at night with no lights on. However I'm told there's no industry standard for measuring lumens and manufactures use differing methods, so it's kind of incomparable. <li>LCD - cheaper bulb replacement. <li>Short throw lens - would be convenient. <li>Comes with 80" screen. </ul> Points in favor of the Infocus: <ul> <li>2000:1 contrast ratio (vs 1000:1) <li>does not come with screen, means this is truly $1000 worth of projector. (right?) </ul> Or am I being a big dummy? (this time, not in general!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinecure Posted October 24, 2006 Report Share Posted October 24, 2006 Jack, I think you'll find contrast ratio is as/more important than lumens. Have you looked at Costco? When I had to buy one for work last year that was where I found the best deal. Costco Projectors page link. They have a few in your price range. Some with and some w/out screens. Also, some places charge a lot to ship screens (I don't think Costco does), so be careful of that before ordering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pushee Posted October 24, 2006 Report Share Posted October 24, 2006 Jack, I spotted this on the BestBuy site. It looks like 720p at just under a grand (but screen would be extra). http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8005384&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat95100050010&id=1155848384833 I was going to recommend something from HP, but it looks like we are not offering them anymore. Before you commit, check out the cost of replacement lamps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted October 24, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2006 Dave - holy crap, that is the one! HD for under a grand! ($899 on sale). You da man, thanks! Sinecure, thanks for the heads up on Cosco, definitely some good deals there, but this one at Best Buy takes the cake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinecure Posted October 26, 2006 Report Share Posted October 26, 2006 Jack, Here's a review of that projector: http://www.audioholics.com/productreviews/avhardware/Optoma-HD70-projector.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willywhit Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 http://www.woot.com/ InFocus IN72 Home Entertainment DLP Projector with 76" Screen $949.99+ $5 shipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted October 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 Yawn. That Infocus only does 480p. Already picked up the Optoma which does 720p for the same money (actually less, on sale). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willywhit Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 Such a deal !it's all about the p, less about the i Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishrising Posted October 30, 2006 Report Share Posted October 30, 2006 Well, how does it look???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted October 31, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2006 I haven't seen it yet, but my folks say it's awesome. I'll have a report after turkey day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeoffV Posted November 3, 2006 Report Share Posted November 3, 2006 So huh Jack did I hear you correctly... You are hosting a carving sess' movie night with free Shipyard beer for everyone at your parents house :lol: :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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