Need recommendations on a decent 1080p HD projector
 

Right now I have an Infocus 4805, and I am very pleased with the quality that it has provided for the past 5-6 years (except the "grinding" color wheel noise it randomly produced)

I'm looking for a decent 1080p HD projector that won't break the bank (roughly around $1200) that's on par with the quality that the 4805 has (good lamp life Is a main factor. I could easily squeeze out 5000 hours on low mode with my 4805).

I'm just starting to do research on it and am looking for some good projectors to use as a jumping off point. I'm hoping to also stay with a DLP (I'm not too fond of the LCD examples I've seen... unless there is a decent one out there. I don't like how LCD processes blacks) I'm trying to keep the cost under $1000, but I'm not opposed to spending a bit more.

I'd also like to get one where the lamps aren't too much. I'm currently spending around $300 for my 4805 lamps, and don't want to go too much higher than that.

I also need at least one HDMI and one component input to be on it.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Re: Need recommendations on a decent 1080p HD projector
 

Couple of places you should look,

http://www.projectorcentral.com/

http://www.projectorcentral.com/home...projectors.htm

http://www.projectorreviews.com/

IMO Art over at project reviews has some of the best reviews. A nice mix of every day use and technical. He includes settings to start with and recommends screen types.

For that price you can easily the Optoma. I have the 720p HD70 now and love it (on its 2nd bulb). It retails for a grand, so that is easy. I had an X1 before that, so understand your liking of the Infocus.

But there are several projectors that were in the 2 grand range that have lowered their price since the Optoma came out. So worth a look. Some come with an extra bulb or add'l bulb after rebate. So look for the best deal.

I personally agree with you on the DLP. Remember tho, most every low cost DLP has no lens shift. This is really not a deal breaker for most installations. But you will want to check lens offset carefully and as they say "measure twice and cut once".

The particular projector for you will of course depend on your taste, what will fit in your set up, screen type, viewing habits, etc, etc....

If I had to pick "one" I seriously look at this. $1225 (not sure about shipping), extra bulb...and very nice image...

http://www.projectorpeople.com/proje...subishi+HC3800