LG 42PQ30 42-Inch 720p Plasma HDTV Review

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(More customer reviews)Just replaced my 2 year old Panasonic Plasma with the 42pq30 from LG. The LG delivers a fantastic picture, the 600 mhz fluid motion effect works beautifully for sports and action movies. The ultra high contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1 really brings out the dark backgrounds when fitting. Oddly enough it performed especially well while I was watching Charlie Rose. That black back-drop he uses really creates a personal proximity between him and his guests. The classic mahogany table is equally appealing on the set creating the ultimate prop for shared space and time.
I would highly recommend this TV for anyone not looking to spend a fortune on a good quality flat panel television.

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600Hz refresh rate, HD performance and Mega Contrast 42" PDP HDTV, 1024 x 768 Resolution, 20,000:1 Contrast Ratio, 1,500:1 cd/m2 Brightness, ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM - 1 Tuner, SRS TruSurroundXT, 3 HDMI input. USB 2.0.

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Optoma Gt720 3d Game Time Projector, Great for Wii, Playstation, and Xbox Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had this GT720 for about 3 weeks now. It is AMAZING! If you are considering buying it, just do so because I seriously doubt you will regret it. Hooked up to it currently is an Xbox360, a Philips HTS6600 Home Theater, a WD TV Live Plus HD media player, and a Viewsonic Tablet G. I have all of this hooked up through an HDMI switch. I really have no other projectors to compare this one to - but I honestly do not need anything else to compare it to. I did a few weeks of research into projectors, but for the price - this is a great short throw! In the daytime, the picture is still clear. Obviously at night, it is mind-blowing. All my friends and girlfriend are unbelievably impressed. The short throw projects at 100"-110" from 7 feet away. Perfect for storage on the 2nd shelf of my coffee table. So like I said before if you are considering this projector 1) for the price, 2) for the quality, 3) for the short-throw, this is the one for you!!

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From the ManufacturerThe Ultimate Gaming Projector - The GT720 provides the ultimate widescreen experience for gamers, sports enthusiasts, and movie buffs. Designed for quick connection to computers, game consoles, blu-ray players, and television tuners, the GT720 accommodates on-the-go entertainment and can also impress as the centerpiece of your home theater. Whether your passion is sports, gaming, the internet, or movies, Optoma transforms your free time into GameTime.Features:Digital and analog connections for gaming and video sources* DLPR display technology by Texas Instruments* Projects a 120" diagonal image from an approximate throw distance of six feet* Supports high definition 1080p signals* Bright enough for use in large rooms with ambient lighting

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Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L26X1 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV Review

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We replaced an 18 year old 27" CRT set with this one and it's a beauty. I am a TV news cameraman with thirty years in the business so I look at a lot of high end monitors at work.
When I went to the store I didn't expect to get a great set in this size and frankly 720P didn't excite me much either.
After looking at top tier sets from Sony, LG, Samsung, Toshiba and Mitsubishi I ended up on the Panasonic.
I was shocked at how good all the upper tier sets looked but the Panasonic seemed to have a little better detail down in the blacks and seemed to track highly detailed scenes with less digital noise than the others, but it was close accross the board.
The off air ATSC tuner is excellent and the set has all the inputs you could reasonably need. I do not intend to plug in an iPod so that wasn't a factor in my choice.
My DVD player is older and does not pass audio through the HDMI output so I connected it to the set via the component outs and I feel no need at all to upgrade to a BlueRay player. At this size this is a wonderful combination.
My general feeling is that if you watch a lot of HDTV that is live or tape such as sports then Panasonic flat screens just seem to pull a little more quality out of the signal. For movies it is more of a level playing field.
This is pretty subjective but it's how I see it.
It's amazing how far your money goes in this stuff anymore.

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26" LCD,720p, PC input, 2 HDMI, Contrast ratio 8,000:1, Game Mode, iPod Entertainment Kit

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Panasonic PT-AX100U Home Cinema Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)Everyone that sees the picture this projector gives wants one. You'd expect to pay much more for this quality. The picture still looks great with the lights on and blinds open. Given the adjustability of the projector and the abilty to handle ambient light, this will work in a lot of homes other projectors might not be right for. And it looks great even on an inexpensive screen (Da-Lite HD Model B).
The only negative thing is I know about right now is that with all projectors including the new dlp rear projector tvs is that the bulb has to be replaced every 2000 or so hours and they cost over $300 to replace. I just got my projector, so I don't know if the bulb will last its advertised lenght.
I'd be surprised if you weren't wowed by this projector.
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I have had problems with this projector. Already on my second one and am getting ready to send it away for more work.
Seems to be a reliability problem. The projector shuts off automatically after I turn it on..forcing me to wait 5 minutes to turn it back on. Also, and much worse, the projected image is starting to go blank every 5 minutes and the imput options appear..very annoying and you may miss key parts of whatewver you are watching.
Now, still under warranty, Panasonic is making me pay to ship the unit to Kansas(I'm in California) where they will work on it and say they will have it back to me in 7-10 days.
If you still want to buy this after reading this, make sure you get a good warranty.
My rating now would be much lower than 5 stars if Amazon would let me change it(they won't)
Second Update: Well my Iris has broken again! And now it is out of warranty! This is the third time I have had to return this product for repair! I think there should be a class action suit against these guys for not recalling a product that almost everyone is reporting problems with...will never buy a Panasonic product again.

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High definition cinema comes home with Panasonic's newest LCD projector, the PT-AX100U. It puts you front and center for the latest concert, big game or Hollywood blockbuster film with an HD image up to 174 inches wide. In addition to providing 2,000-lumen brightness - the brightest in its class - the PT-AX100U also incorporates Panasonic's new Light Harmonizer technology, which produces bright, beautiful, easy-to-watch images even in a well-lit room. So you can spend the afternoon watching your favorite football team without having to close the drapes and still enjoy clear, brilliant images in crisp detail. Developed especially for home theater use, the PT-AX100U incorporates all of Panasonic's highly acclaimed home cinema projector technologies. No compromises were made in its development or production. Our Hollywood Color Tuning includes a new Pure Color Filter developed in conjunction with David Bernstein and other top Hollywood colorist and directors of photography. The result is technology that captures the artistic sensibilities of moviemakers with deeper, richer blacks, more vibrant color and a more dynamic overall viewing experience particularly for motion pictures. The PT-AX100U integrates easily into your home theater system and offers outstanding setup flexibility. It can be placed on a coffee table, suspended from a ceiling or set on a bookshelf across the room from a screen. The awesome power of the large screen and the stunning detail of high definition is now ready for its big debut right in the comfort of your own home with our most impressive HD cinema projector yet - the PT-AX100U.

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Westinghouse SK-26H520S 26-Inch LCD HDTV Review

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First, I love this television. The screen is beautiful, and there are a ton of inputs (2xHDMI, 2xComponent, VGA, and more!). The tech support team in Maine is top notch and very friendly. The problem is the lip sync. I've seen it with component cabling and standard video inputs. It doesn't seem as bad when I watch my DVD's via HDMI cabling.
I bought this unit at Sam's Club in Tallahassee and have already returned one unit only to discover the second one does it as well. I've got another week before I have to return it, and I'm still not sure what we're gonna do. Great screen for an awesome price ($480 here), but the lip sync issue is a true pain to endure.
Without the lip sync problem, I'd give this TV FIVE STARS, but TWO is as much as I can rate it for now.
For what it's worth, Westinghouse support says that not all the units have this problem. I guess it's time for me to take it back and try Number Three.

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Stunning HDTV viewing is no longer just for the big sizes, introducing the new slim/portable 26?LCD HDTV from Westinghouse Digital-SK-26H520S. This attractive HDTV supports all TV formats-1080i, 720p,480p, 480i and has an integrated ATSC/NTSC/ClearQam tuner. As always Westinghouse Digital brings innovative features to our displays, this 26?comes with Autosource-Automatic source detection and switching, preset video modes for a customized viewing experience and our innovative SpineDesign and Waterfall cable management system.

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Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-P42X1 42-Inch 720p Plasma HDTV Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this from Amazon.com, with the scheduled delivery from CEVA. Ordered last sunday, delivery was one week later. Having the option of sunday delivery was great, and the delivery was very professional and definitely white glove.
Two people brought the TV in (carrying properly as this is a plasma), opened the box, put the TV on the stand, powered the TV on and waited for me to check whether there is any problem with the TV. They also offered to remove packaging if I wanted to get rid of it. Sometimes you cannot even get such good service when you pay $100+ for shipping. Given that shipping was free, I was thrilled.
TV is awesome, right out of the box. It looks great, works great. Picture is top notch. I put in an HD-DVD version of Transformers and was amazed at the picture quality. This is my first plasma TV and I believe it is much better than LCD. I had a Samsung 4061F before, and this TV has better picture than that one, despite the Samsung being 1080P and this being 720P. There's no motion blur whatsoever on this TV.
Checking on the web a little, I made the settings to be: pic mode custom, contrast +78, brightness +57, color +53, tint -9, sharpness +29, everything else off, black levels light and temp normal. These settings turned out to be perfect for the TV.
Five stars for the TV, purchasing experience and the delivery service.

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42" Plasma, 720p, 3 HDMI, Native contrast ratio 30,000:1, Dynamic contrast infinite black 2,000,000:1, Game Mode, Anti Reflective Filter, 600 Hz Subfield Drive

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Sony Bravia L-Series KDL-32L5000 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first HDTV. I bought it because my brother-in-law has the previous model, which is pretty much the same. He loves it for the bedroom because it's light and just all around a great TV.
Cable broadcasts in 720p/1080i. So unless you have the room and money for a larger screen, have a Blu-Ray DVD player or are a serious gamer, go with the 720P and save yourself some bread.
I'm very happy with the sound and picture. I do not have this hooked up to a home theater. There are plenty of inputs, so it should work well for your system. I tried my JVC HD camcorder and it was simple to connect and view.

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Sony Bravia L-Series HDTVs provide vivid 720p resolution and dynamic contrast ratios of 13,000:1 (the 26-inch model) and 13,000:1 (for 32-inch model), with several versatile sizes perfect for the budget-conscious consumer or anyone wanting an HDTV that works well in the bedroom, kitchen, or office. Bravia L-Series HDTVs have a wealth of HD connections, including three HDMI inputs. Each HDMI input transmits uncompressed digital video and multi-channel digital audio on a single cable, so you can expand your home theater system without a lot of messy wires. Also included is a PC input that lets you use your HDTV as a computer monitor. If you need to streamline your HD components further, the Bravia L-Series HDTVs feature Bravia Sync technology and are compatible with optional Bravia Link Modules such as the Bravia Wireless Link, which wirelessly streams HD video and audio from your A/V equipment to your HDTV from up to 65 feet away. You might expect that more features mean more power consumption, but Bravia L-Series HDTVs include a Dynamic Backlight Control which automatically controls overall image brightness to help the TV exceed ENERGY STAR 3.0 standards.

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Mitsubishi HD1000U High Definition 720p DLP Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)The Mitsubishi HD1000U produces an outstanding image that compares well against projectors costing quite a bit more. As a DLP projector, its black levels are superior to LCD projectors while the color accuracy is a bit off (though more than acceptable). My previous projector was an Infocus X1, a first-generation DLP model. The HD1000U produces a cleaner, higher-resolution image, that is noticeably brighter than the X1. In fact, the HD1000U is substantially brighter than many other home theater projectors on the market and will work well in a room with moderate ambient light. Mine is installed in a room with moderate ambient light from several large windows, and produces an adequate image in midday sun. With the window shades pulled, or at night, I have to run it in low lamp mode to avoid eye discomfort.
Audible noise levels are extremely low when in low lamp mode - in fact, the noise from my heating/AC ductwork is substantially louder. High lamp mode is somewhat louder but still quieter than the air filter one room over. Connectivity options are about what you'd expect from this price range and are fine assuming you have an AV receiver capable of switching component video or HDMI. Build quality is outstanding; the projector feels nice and solid and finished in matte gray that blends into most decors without a problem. My only gripe here is that replacing the lens cover tends to shift the focus control.
I'd be remiss if I didn't discuss the one limitation of the HD1000U - its installation. In the vast majority of rooms you will need to ceiling mount it. Because of the vertical offset of the lens, the image will appear substantially above the lens centerline when placed on a table, or substantially below the lens centerline when ceiling mounted. For most reasonably sized rooms with a 10 foot plus throw distance, this will restrict you to either ceiling mounting or having the projector only a foot or two off the floor. In my living room, with an 11.5 foot throw distance, the projector is mounted upside down on a shelf approximately 7 feet off the floor. I have high ceilings, so this is not an issue, but be aware that if you have standard 8 foot ceilings in large room, installation may be quite difficult. The built in zoom is not much help, and there is no lens shift option like Sanyo and Panasonic offer. My parents have a Panasonic 700 installed in their basement home theater (with a low ceiling) and I doubt that the HD1000 could be installed in the same space. Various websites offer calculators that will compute image location given projector placement; you would be well advised to check installation requirements ahead of time.
In summary, though, if you can fit an HD1000U into your space, there is not a better projector to be found within $500 of its price. As a final and not insignificant bonus, the light engine in the HD1000U is completely sealed. There is quite literally no maintenance to peform on this unit after it is installed, until your first bulb replacement at 2-3000 hours. Not only does this avoid the hassle of the 100 hour cleanings that you'll find on most other projectors, you can also rest easy that the optics will never accumulate dust blobs and require a factory service.
An outstanding buy, just remember to check the installation requirements ahead of time.

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Versatility comes with the latest DLP BrilliantColor technology. BrilliantColor uses a new color-processing algorithm to move beyond standard 3-color processing to a 6-color process that more accurately captures the true color common in video and nature scenes.

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Optoma HD70 720p DLP Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned an Optoma EP 719 XGA projector for about a year and find it an impressive unit for the price. However, when Optoma released the HD 70, a full 720p projector, for under $1000, I had to buy it. The projector is light, but substantially-constructed with a sturdy gloss white case. I was immediately impressed with the quality of the build.
I wasn't too sure what to expect--after all, it had half the rated lumens of the 719 and offered a gain of about 33% in resolution on a 16:9 movie. I plugged it in, attached my HDMI DVD player, made some minor adjustments--and was amazed at the result. The HD 70 provides a bright, crisp, high-contrast and richly-colored image that was in every way measurably superior to the 719. Standard DVDs take on a 3-dimensional look; my wife even asked if I had bought a high-definition DVD player because the images looked so sharp. The beginning battle sequence of Star Wars III is simply breathtaking; the opening "dark" scenes of "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" take on a rich depth, with lots of hitherto unseen (on the 719) shadow detail available. I project on a 106" Grey Wolf screen.
The HD 70 achieves this by using some advanced technology--and it works, most of the time. The Image AI function boosts contrast to an astonishing 4000:1 by varying the light output of the projection lamp based on the scene displayed. This function really does deliver, although it can be a noticeable distraction at times. In the scene in Apollo 13 where Lovell is discussing the fire that killed his colleagues with his son, Image AI seemed to be a little "lost" and there was noticeable and almost constant adjustment to the lamp brightness. In most cases, however, the function performs admirably. Another major improvement is the 7-segment, 4x color wheel. If you're susceptible to "rainbows" on DLP projectors, you'll find that this setup pretty much eliminates the problem, even on scenes with stark black-and-white contrast.
One or two more problems come to mind--the offset of the projector (as with most Optomas) elevates the projected image at about 33 degrees from the horizontal. This works well for a "tabletop" installation, but anyone who wants to do a ceiling mounting might find this offset inconvenient. The zoom ratio on the lens is 1.1:1, giving very little flexibility in projector placement if you want to fill a screen. The lens cap is completely annoying; it is almost impossible to get it to fit in place. It is a rubbery plastic and pushing it onto the lens almost always defocuses the projector. Most of the time, it simply falls off, no matter how hard you try to stick it in place. Some people have complained that the whites "pop" too much on this projector and have covered the white segment of the color wheel to correct the problem. On the Grey Wolf, I see no problems at all with the white balance and I would strongly recommend that no one black out the white color wheel segment.
In conclusion--this unit represents superb value for money. At under $1000, this the the projector you've been waiting for if you want to step up to 720p front projection.

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Mitsubishi HC1500 720p DLP Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)The HC1500 is a very nice projector, especially for the price. I upgraded from an InFocus Screenplay DLP Front Projector - SP4805. By comparison, the HC1500 is much brighter, quieter, and more crisp. It also fit my existing ceiling mount, which was very convenient.
The only problem I've not found a fix for is the aspect ratio selection. The SP4805 was native 16:9, but also had a mode for 4:3, and another which cropped a 4:3 picture to 16:9 and enlarged it to fill the whole screen. This mode was really nice for TV broadcasts and old DVDs filmed in 16:9 but broadcast in 4:3 with black bars. Without that zoomed/cropped mode, you have to watch it in 4:3 mode, so you see the black bars both on the sides of the screen and then again on the top and bottom. This means you're basically looking at an image 2/3 the size of your screen.
As far as I can tell, the HC1500 does not have an aspect mode that works well with this problem. It is also native 16:9, and has the following aspect modes; auto (which as far as I can tell is identical to 16:9 regardless of input signal), 4:3, 4:3 stretched to 16:9 (with serious distortion on the left and right sides), and two zooms. The user's guide says the two zooms are optimized for cinemascope and vista images with subtitles, but they don't expand the projected area out to take advantage of the better screen/picture aspect ratio match. Instead it simply crops the image within the 4:3 display boundary and leaves the black bars on the sides. This is very annoying when watching 16:9 TV show (broadcast non-HD) because your picture is miniaturized and surrounded by unused black bar screen area. The show is being broadcast specifically to fill your whole screen, but the projector leaves bars on all 4 sides of the image.
I don't understand why Mitsubishi omitted that feature, it seems requisite these days. The fine print in the user's guide does mention that zoom modes will make the image of a 480i signal smaller. Again, it looks fine when you have 480p input, which I only get from my DVD player, or a native 4:3 TV 480i input (normal TV). And the picture is fantastic with both.
Overall I'm happy with this machine, especially for the price and bright HD picture. But if anyone has a work around for the aspect issue, I'd love to hear it.

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Forget the mere 70 inches of even large flat-panel displays, the HC1500 DLP Projector lets you project a high definition image hundreds of inches large. With its quiet operation and huge, beautiful picture, the HC1500 could make your home cinema the envy of all your neighbors.
True HD Images The HC1500 DLP projector projects video in a native 720p format so you get a highly detailed HD picture that looks crisp even at large sizes. It features Texas Instruments BrilliantColor, which utilizes a seven-segment color wheel and an algorithm that enables brighter mid-tones and more realistic color. The HC1500 also offers 1600 ANSI lumens of brightness and a 2500:1 contrast ratio. Depending on the size of your room, you can project the image from 40 inches to 275 inches diagonal. The HC1500 has a lamp life of 3000 hours in low mode and 2000 hours in bright mode.
Pure Connection From Source to Screen The HC1500 has HDMI 1.2 and component cable connections to ensure a pure input signal from beginning to end. With 10-bit processing, the information is unsullied and the result is a pure image on the screen.
Be advised that this projector (as with most projectors) does not include a tuner; to watch television, you need to provide a television signal, either through an external tuner or a cable box.
Easy Set Up and Quiet Operation At just 6.5 pounds, the HC1500 is easy to transport and move around in your home theater room, and it has both vertical and horizontal digital keystone correction that makes it easy to mount on the ceiling or place on a table. The HC1500 operates at a quiet 25dBA that won't distract you while you're enjoying movies or television. A 12-volt Trigger jack allows the projector to control a compatible motorized screen. A remote control with backlit buttons is included.
The HC1500 is backed by a 1-year limited parts and labor warranty, and a 90-days lamp warranty.
What's in the Box HC1500 projector, AC power cable, RGB cable, RS-232C cable, remote unit with battery, light shade cover, quick start card, user's manual, and safety manual.

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Optoma HD71 720p DLP Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)I spent considerable time comparing projectors and arrived at this one. The reason I bought this projector over a TV is because I move often and wanted large screen quality with portability. I read a comment, and I agree, that projectors in the personal price range will never equal HD TVs in terms of overall quality, and bought this expecting such.
The reason I chose this projector was because of the portability and the brightness. As a DLP it is naturally much lighter compared LCD counterparts, and the brightness is needed due to predicted use in lighted rooms. It is very light and I was able to easily carry it in my backpack although it is a little bulky. The brightness is not as satisfying as I thought but it is still easily visible in medium ambient light situations.
Also worth noting is that compared to several other projectors in this category I did not find many angry customers with serious short term or long term problems with this projector.
Pros: Easy setup (connected HDMI cable to my PC and it recognized it without any assistance (os: vista)), easy interface, sliding lens cover, nice adjustable height bar, plenty of various inputs, very quiet (I sit immediately next to it to watch movies and don't notice it)
Cons: Came with only component cables (but I expected this and bought my own hdmi cables), only 1 HDMI and 1 DVI port, not as bright as I hoped, no quick-key on remote or body for volume
Note: Super-ultra-bright remote (I cannot stress enough how bright this thing gets when in use, you can probably use it as a flashlight) but do not see this as pro or con
Overall experience: I use this projector mainly for gaming with my xbox360 and movies with my PC and have been very happy with the quality on each.

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Mitsubishi HC3000U High Definition 720p DLP Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)The projector preforms very well. Picture quality is excellent. Easy to operate. With a ceiling mount and even though the projector has no lens shift I had no problem obtaining an image with no keystoning problems. Projector is extremely quiet. Very little fan noise. Switching between multiple input sources is easy. The projector is brighter that the one I replaced but I did expect it to be a little brighter that what it is. However brightness is very acceptable. Contrast is execellent.

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Introducing a line of digital projectors designed for the cinematic connoisseur: the Mitsubishi HC3000 DLP projector with BrilliantColor technology from Texas Instruments.It delivers everything you would expect from a Mitsubishi home theater projector - long lamp life, low fan noise, and portability - but it's also setting new standards with innovative technology. The Mitsubishi HC3000 DLP projector, unlike other digital projectors, is able to produce a dramatic 4000:1 contrast ratio that accentuates deeper and darker tones to create an overall stunning visual experience with vivid images and brilliant colors.At the heart of the HC3000 is Texas Instruments' state-of-the-art TI DarkChip2 with the DDP3020 chip featuring BrilliantColor. BrilliantColor is a new, cutting-edge technology that enables higher brightness, by boosting the midtone color levels, while providing truer, more vibrant colors for realistic and lifelike images. Be it sports, movies or television, the HC3000 can turn your home theater room into a virtual stadium, cinema, or studio.As soon as you switch it on, you'll see it. And then you'll understand. This is a product of tomorrow that brings home real entertainment today.

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Aosom 100" Electric Hdtv Projector Screen 87"x49"-White Case Review

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(More customer reviews)Works great in my home theater. However it is probably my own stupidity but I assumed the measurements given (87" x 49") were for the entire product. This is not the case it is only for the white part of the screen. Being that I had a 90in space to fit it in I was looking for something 90ins or less. The casing comes in at around 109 inches. Well two homemade brackets later and the screen is awesome. the screen moves up and down quickly and the motor is not too loud. I did notice that the sides are starting to curve in but it is not effecting the actual projection surface. Putting it up was fairly simple there are two screw holes like you would find on a wall shelf. I put it up in a few minutes (after figuring out the size issue) with some help form an extra pair of hands.

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This motorized projector screen is your ideal choice for home theater, conference room or classroom. The 16:9 screen is perfect for all you HDTV and DVD format video presentation. Remote control makes it easy to adjust the size of the screen.The screen is made by Matte White screen surface, which is the most versatile and uniform screen surface for front projection and has perfect diffusion for wide viewer distribution. This material is best used when ambient light is controllable and enables unlimited viewing angles with perfect uniformity while giving precise definition and color reproduction. Screen surface is washable with mild soap and water. Perfect solution for all your standard video format display needs.Item Specifics View Area 87"X49" Projection Screen. Viewing Angle 50 .Diagonal Measurement 100". Screen Format 16:9 HDTV .Screen Surface Matte White.Case White.Gain Gain 1.3.

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Optoma HD80 1080p Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this projector to replace my Optoma HD70. I have a room in my house as a designated theater with the screen, chairs, sound, lighting..you name it. I thought this would be an easy install. I was so wrong! Here is the problem...Unless you have the space to mount the projector around 2 feet above or two feet below the top/bottom of the screen, this projector is totally useless! You can't mount it at screen height or even just slightly above/below. To read about this, go to the "projectorreviews" website. I wish I had read this ahead of time. I figured that since the throw ratio was correct for my room, I was all set. Not so...
Optoma seems to have made an excellent projector for the price based on image quality, color and inputs. But, don't make my mistake, do your research and make sure you have the clearances in your room to install this projector in the few places that it can be placed. As a side note (no pun intended), you need to be dead on straight with the screen because there is no horizontal keystoning at all. This wasn't a problem for me, but it will be for some people.
In the end, I would say this: The projector seems very good for the money, but since 75% of the potential buyers for this product will be sliced away because of placement issues, I would stay away from this one. If for no other reason than you may not be able to resell it after you want to upgrade. Remember, placement will be a problem then too! There are many other projectors that do not suffer from this that are in the same price range. I like Optoma for budget-minded home theater enthusients, but this one is off the mark for the average home.
PS - My local Best Buy store has this mounted in their Magnolia Home Theater Center. It doesn't work in there either. They can't hit the screen correctly because the screen is not low enough. If it is in mine, it might be in your's too, so go take a look.

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Aosom 92" Electric Hdtv Projector Screen 80"x45"-black Review

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(More customer reviews)Just got the 100" version of this and installed it last night. Disappointed to find out that the texture on this screen is so rough that you can actually see it on the screen. It makes it look like the entire picture is being viewed through gauze. White areas are especially prone to this. Also, the screen is not correctly tensioned and has waves on the right side. I'm guessing I got what i paid for, since it was cheap. Buyer beware.

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This motorized projector screen is your ideal choice for home theater, conference room or classroom. The 16:9 screen is perfect for all you HDTV and DVD format video presentation. Remote control makes it easy to adjust the size of the screen.The screen is made by Matte White screen surface, which is the most versatile and uniform screen surface for front projection and has perfect diffusion for wide viewer distribution. This material is best used when ambient light is controllable and enables unlimited viewing angles with perfect uniformity while giving precise definition and color reproduction. Screen surface is washable with mild soap and water. Perfect solution for all your standard video format display needs.Item Specifics View Area 80"X45" Projection Screen Viewing Angle 50 Diagonal Measurement 92" Screen Format 16:9 HDTV Screen Surface Matte WhiteCase Black Gain Gain 1.3

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Epson EX70 3LCD Multimedia Projector, WXGA, 2000 Lumens Review

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(More customer reviews)For starters, let me give you my background. I have long been a fan of projectors for my home theater. For the last three and a half years, I have used the Epson Powerlite S3 which I have been quite happy with in terms of performance. My wife and I installed it on the ceiling, built an 80 inch projector screen using white black-out cloth, and use a switchbox to display everything from DVD's to TV. It has mostly worked flawlessly until it started "bleeding" blue colors across the screen. Recently, I purchased a Playstation 3 and a multimedia computer, and I was wanting something that would display a higher resolution than the 800X600 that the S3 displays. After doing much research, I finally decided on the EX70 as a replacement for the S3.
Though there are not many reviews of this projector and some of them are somewhat negative, I have not been at all disappointed. I took down the S3, I placed the EX70 in the same place overhead mounts, and it projects a crisp 74 inch image onto the screen. The 1280X800 resolution handles a 720p picture from the Playstation with no problems whatsoever. I have spent the last two weeks playing video games (Midnight Club Racing: Los Angeles) watching Blu-Ray movies (Night at the Museum), and watching off-the-air HD signals from my computer. All of these pictures are gorgeous. The colors are rich. The modes that one can choose (such as Gaming mode or Theater mode) actually help to create the mood for the moment. I go home each night from a long day at work, and my wife and I always look forward to trying new modes, adjusting the image, and looking for new ways to utilize the projector (i.e. we plan to buy a DVI to HDMI connector to try with the computer).
Compared to the S3, the picture is brighter, the colors more brilliant, the "screen door" has disappeared (unless you get within three or four feet of the screen), and the number of options have increased (i.e. being able to zoom, having an HDMI input).
So far, I have tested everything but the HDMI (the cable should be shipping soon) and the speakers (I've hooked it up to my surround sound system), and everything works as advertised. The SD card does indeed display picture slideshows with ease. The USB connection, when connected to my computer, displays a signal that rivals the VGA connection, though it doesn't refresh the page as often thereby making motion images a bit jerky. The VGA doubles as a component input if you purchase the right cable.
As far as criticisms, the only concerns I have at this point is the fact that some of the lower quality images (i.e. I've tried an old Nintendo 64 gaming machine with the projector) do not appear as crisp, but I have a feeling that it has nothing to do with the projector and has everything to do with the age of the gaming machine. As well, as another person mentioned, the blacks could be blacker, but when compared to the older technology of the S3, the blacks look quite dark. The auto-keystone correction might be nice if someone uses this projector as a business projector, but for my home theater system, I have turned it off.
For a two year warranty, a bulb that lasts 4,000 on low mode, a $700 or lower price range, no "rainbow effects" as some DLP projectors have, and a bigger than 50 inch HD picture, I have been quite happy with this purchase. I have immensely enjoyed it the last two weeks, and it was worth the upgrade from the older S3 model.

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Do more than you ever thought possible with the Epson EX70, a powerful, widescreen projector that's sure to deliver wonderful results, whatever the application. With WXGA resolution and Epson 3LCD technology, you're ready to project dazzling detail from your widescreen business notebook, or amazing HD entertainment at home. With digital connectivity and built-in speakers, the EX70 makes delivering big images and big sound easy, affordable and enjoyable. Project a 16:10 image and get 30 percent more image area than with a standard projector. With the convenient HDMI audio/video connection, you get ultra high-def video and all-digital surround sound with just one cable, creating powerful entertainment possibilities. Plug 'n Play USB connectivity makes setup a breeze. Now you can use a standard USB cable to connect to your computer or other USB device, while still having the option to connect via VGA. The EX70's PC-free, slideshow function allows you to view photos presentations without a computer via the SD card slot or USB display port. You'll never be tied to a PC again. With its included carrying case and versatile connectivity options, the lightweight EX70 is ready to go anywhere. And, if you choose to install your projector, the EX70 shuts down quickly at the flip of a switch. The possibilities are endless with the Epson EX70.

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Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 700 720p 3LCD Home Theater Projector Review

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(More customer reviews)This projector is fine if it were about $100 cheaper. They are charging an extra $100 or so because it supposedly can read memory cards or thumb drives and display JPG images without a computer.
Great idea. Unfortunately, the firmware that reads the cards or thumb drives is very primitive and full of bugs.
The default mode in Photoshop for outputting JPGs will not read on this projector! It will only read raw JPGs straight from a camera that have not been edited at all! Not very useful as far as I am concerned.
I spent a lot of time with Epson tech support and they confirmed the problem.
Amazon refused to support us in trying to return it. However, the seller did give us a refund of $70 which softened the pain.
If we knew it did not really work as advertised, we would have probably selected a different projector. As it is, it does work OK, but it needs a computer just like every other projector.

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The Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 700 makes it easy and affordable to enjoy movies, videogames, TV, sporting events, and photos in spectacular 720p high definition on a truly grand scale. With a variety of inputs, including HDMI, this versatile projector allows you to plug in your DVD player, videogame console, satellite or cable receiver, computer, SD card, or even thumb drive. The Home Cinema 700 lets you enjoy rich, vibrant images up to 120 inches ¿ 8 times larger than on a 40-inch widescreen TV. And, with a built-in 7-watt speaker and up to 2,000 lumens of brightness*, it projects vivid, bright and clear images, even in a lighted room.

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