LCD vs. DLP
12-07-04 | 04:52 AM
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Originally Posted by DoogieHowser
I was hesitant to buy a FP, I did not expect a very good picture at a lower cost than a RPTV. So I found a store that did not have a restocking fee, and I brought it home to test it out. I am still not over the WOW factor. The picture is awesome.
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12-07-04 | 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by DoogieHowser
Yep, I nearly picked up a RPTV. Best Buy was having a sale, $400 off the two toshiba's I was asking about. Luckily, they did not have any in stock. I say luckily because FP's were not on my radar. What got me thinking was another post here (the post pics of your theater... the guy in the UK with the epson FP). I looked at the pics he posted, and I started thinking, could they be an option?
I was hesitant to buy a FP, I did not expect a very good picture at a lower cost than a RPTV. So I found a store that did not have a restocking fee, and I brought it home to test it out. I am still not over the WOW factor. The picture is awesome.
As for space, FP's take up LESS space than RPTV's. You don't have to have a 120" screen. You could very well have the FP 7 feet away and I think you would still have a larger picture than the largest RPTV's available. Plus, FP's are not big and bulky like a RPTV. A RPTV takes up a good portion of a living room or family room. A FP takes up next to no space, and you can mount in on the ceiling if wanted. I project mine onto a wall, I don't even have a screen.
I think if people are considering a RPTV they should also take a look at FP's. The advantages of the FP are so great I am amazed it is not more popular. If only more people knew about them, and got to see them, I think they would become more popular than RPTV's.
I was hesitant to buy a FP, I did not expect a very good picture at a lower cost than a RPTV. So I found a store that did not have a restocking fee, and I brought it home to test it out. I am still not over the WOW factor. The picture is awesome.
As for space, FP's take up LESS space than RPTV's. You don't have to have a 120" screen. You could very well have the FP 7 feet away and I think you would still have a larger picture than the largest RPTV's available. Plus, FP's are not big and bulky like a RPTV. A RPTV takes up a good portion of a living room or family room. A FP takes up next to no space, and you can mount in on the ceiling if wanted. I project mine onto a wall, I don't even have a screen.
I think if people are considering a RPTV they should also take a look at FP's. The advantages of the FP are so great I am amazed it is not more popular. If only more people knew about them, and got to see them, I think they would become more popular than RPTV's.
You are only taking into consideration the space where a RP tv would go. There are other factors that come in to play, such as the dimensions of the room, how your ceiling is set up, ambient light conditions, etc...
Eventually a projection system will be for me when I move into a house and make a dedicated HT room. Until that happens, I'll stick w/ my RP.
12-07-04 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by gcbrowni
FP bulbs are usually rated for a low bulb life, aren't they? Is this your main Tv?
I also have a 32" TV that I use for watching tv, when there is nothing good on. I use my FP for things like DVD's, sports games like football or baseball. I use my 32" TV for watching the news or just flipping through the channels.
If I was starting from zero and did not have a TV, I think I would run out to Walmart or BB or CC and buy their $120 27" special, and then go and get the FP. A FP is not for watching all your TV on, but at 3000 hours it is not something I think about too much... it's not like I sit around and think about what is "FP worthy".
12-07-04 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Deftones, Esq
You are only taking into consideration the space where a RP tv would go. There are other factors that come in to play, such as the dimensions of the room, how your ceiling is set up, ambient light conditions, etc...
Eventually a projection system will be for me when I move into a house and make a dedicated HT room. Until that happens, I'll stick w/ my RP.
Eventually a projection system will be for me when I move into a house and make a dedicated HT room. Until that happens, I'll stick w/ my RP.
As for light, you are correct that it can be an issue. If you can't control the light in the room, then the FP picture will be washed out. The blacks will not be true blacks and the colors will not be vibrant. You have to have a minimal amount of light control. A FP would do its very best at night, when there is no outside light. But a FP can also work well during the day if you have good curtains that can block out light. I have been reading that many people watch their FP's in lighted conditions because they have a gray screen. I saw one picture that seems to confirm that, but I have not tried it. My experiance is the best viewing is after sunset.
12-07-04 | 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by damn_skippy
Lampei where do you live to see if i can get the tv to you.
I have no problems in the southwest or even Nor cal any where else could be a problem.
I have no problems in the southwest or even Nor cal any where else could be a problem.
Little bit of a drive...
01-17-05 | 12:39 AM
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Originally Posted by namja
Why are those new LCD flat panels so damn_expensive???
$9,999 for a 42" LCD, while the 50" Plasma is also $9,999.
What's the reason?
$9,999 for a 42" LCD, while the 50" Plasma is also $9,999.
What's the reason?
01-17-05 | 08:26 AM
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No problems with my Samsung DLP HLM5065w and I've had it a couple of years with daily usage of at least 3-4 hours. I love it, but my next TV will be a front projection system (probably DLP as well).
01-17-05 | 11:01 PM
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Better DLPs on the way
This might be out of price ranges, but you could hold on for DLPs in 1080p.
The unique pedestal display was sleek and showed a nice attention to detail. The 50” model, HLR5087W, incorporates the same features with a Cinema Smooth™ 720P engine and a single HDMI. Both models will be available in February 2005. The HLR5087W has a $3,699 MSRP. The HLR5688W has a $4,999 MSRP.
There has also been a 67" in 1080p announced. Using TI's HD3 chip and a 1920 x 1080 res. will improve the "screen door" effect quite a bit.
The company's HLR6768W is both its largest and most advanced model yet, offering a 67-inch screen and 1,080-pixel resolution.
* 67-inch DLP HDTV monitor
* 1,920x1,080 resolution
* Slim console design
The price: $5,999; available June 2005.
They're right around the corner. I would hang on a bit before buying. There's a HLP6197W as well, due in March?
Big improvements for DLP.
The unique pedestal display was sleek and showed a nice attention to detail. The 50” model, HLR5087W, incorporates the same features with a Cinema Smooth™ 720P engine and a single HDMI. Both models will be available in February 2005. The HLR5087W has a $3,699 MSRP. The HLR5688W has a $4,999 MSRP.
There has also been a 67" in 1080p announced. Using TI's HD3 chip and a 1920 x 1080 res. will improve the "screen door" effect quite a bit.
The company's HLR6768W is both its largest and most advanced model yet, offering a 67-inch screen and 1,080-pixel resolution.
* 67-inch DLP HDTV monitor
* 1,920x1,080 resolution
* Slim console design
The price: $5,999; available June 2005.
They're right around the corner. I would hang on a bit before buying. There's a HLP6197W as well, due in March?
Big improvements for DLP.
01-17-05 | 11:06 PM
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I meant to paste in the HLP5697W, HLR5688W. Mainly to say that Samsung should be the first with 1080p DLPs. I can't wait to see them up close, with the hopes that they will be what I hope.
