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LCD vs Plasma vs DLP's

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LiquidImpulse

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If you have $2000 in cash, and decided to cash out on a television that could be used for both as a home entertainment system and a computer monitor, which would it be?and why?
 
I think the first thing I'd look at would be a Panasonic AE900 LCD projector because it seems to be decently improved over the AE700 model and I'm hooked on front projection now.
I could use it as a computer monitor, but I'd still want to keep a cheap monitor around for everyday stuff when I didn't want to be staring at a 70"+ screen.
http://cgi.ebay.com/FACTORY-NEW-PANASON...4QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

EDIT: I remember woot having Infocus 7205s for about $2200 or so. If that came up again, that's what I would get.
 
Depends on your use.

DLP is EXCELLENT looking IMO, and prices are very low for a 1080P set. The thing is, it takes a while to 'warm up', and it's not good for them to be turned on and off, on and off. Also, the bulb is rated at a certain amount of hours, then it's replacement time. But like I said, the picture is great

LCD flatpanel (to me anyway) doesn't look all that great. It does have a lot of nice features though: It is very low maintenance, can be treated like a normal TV (no warm up or anything) and the small form factor is nice.

Plasma has most of the benefits of LCD, but with better picture quality. Drawbacks: price, unkown longevity, and small potential for burn in.


EDIT: I just realized you said $2000. That cuts down your options a bit: 42" LCD, EDTV plasma (unless you get an off brand) and no DLP in that price range (although if you spend a bit more you can get a nice DLP but not 1080P)
 
DLP is my general choice. For $2000 in paticular however, I'd be looking at the Panasonic AE700 or AE900. AMAZING value for the price.
 
Originally posted by: Sonikku
I'd be looking at the Panasonic AE700 or AE900. AMAZING value for the price.
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Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
I think the first thing I'd look at would be a Panasonic AE900 LCD projector because it seems to be decently improved over the AE700 model and I'm hooked on front projection now.
I could use it as a computer monitor, but I'd still want to keep a cheap monitor around for everyday stuff when I didn't want to be staring at a 70"+ screen.
http://cgi.ebay.com/FACTORY-NEW-PANASON...4QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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I've heard a lot of ppl mention projectors,but in terms of picture quality,easiness of setup, etc. How would u go out in terms of setting up a Projector-based home theatre?also,projectors, have a VGA connector as well?Im sorry if im throwing out a bunch of questions but Im relatively new to these new television advances and such.
EDIT: also,when i said $2000, the exact cost would be about $2500.00 canadian.
 
You can get plenty of DLP TV's or LCD rear projections for around $2000. Costco has a ton. They arn't 1080p but 1080p TV's are still much more than $2000 also...
LCD and Plasma still cost more than $2000 by quite a bit esspeilly if you want more then 42".
 
I just been through that process....year long process and pulled the trigger on plasma when the prices fell last spring. PQ-wise I say, plasma>LCD panel>CRT>LCD rear projection>DLP. Plasmas have the fewest imaging defects of all displays IMO and DLP the most (dithering, silk screen effect, rainbows, crushed blacks, sound sync problems w/Samsung, others). Longevity, plasma has improved tech to the extent where burn-in is practically a thing of the past unless you abuse your TV and brightness halflife is about 60K hours. DLPs make me nervous with its moving parts (color wheel) and unpredictable bulb failure (shares that with LCD projection). Fragility, plasmas you have to watch out for when moving/shipping because of glass screen and awkward shape combined with weight make it tricky to mount. Once everything is in place, they are all pretty much the same (ie., a child can destroy any technology without too much difficulty).
 
Originally posted by: LiquidImpulse
Originally posted by: Sonikku
I'd be looking at the Panasonic AE700 or AE900. AMAZING value for the price.
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Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
I think the first thing I'd look at would be a Panasonic AE900 LCD projector because it seems to be decently improved over the AE700 model and I'm hooked on front projection now.
I could use it as a computer monitor, but I'd still want to keep a cheap monitor around for everyday stuff when I didn't want to be staring at a 70"+ screen.
http://cgi.ebay.com/FACTORY-NEW-PANASON...4QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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I've heard a lot of ppl mention projectors,but in terms of picture quality,easiness of setup, etc. How would u go out in terms of setting up a Projector-based home theatre?also,projectors, have a VGA connector as well?Im sorry if im throwing out a bunch of questions but Im relatively new to these new television advances and such.
EDIT: also,when i said $2000, the exact cost would be about $2500.00 canadian.
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It depends on what you get for the quality and ease of use, just like any other display.
Setting it up is a bit more work than just plunking down a standard display in your room.

You can do a variety of mounting options with them like table mounting, shelf mounting, ceiling mounting, etc. You can really get it out of the way if you want to and have it not take up any floorspace in your room.

Depends on the projector if they have a VGA input. Mine does, and most do.

Hang around AVSforum for a while and go out and see some displays in person.
There's a whole area of AVS about digital projectors if you want a better idea of what's out there.

Now I've got to go enjoy watching the Director's cut of Alien 😉
 
Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
Originally posted by: LiquidImpulse
Originally posted by: Sonikku
I'd be looking at the Panasonic AE700 or AE900. AMAZING value for the price.
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Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
I think the first thing I'd look at would be a Panasonic AE900 LCD projector because it seems to be decently improved over the AE700 model and I'm hooked on front projection now.
I could use it as a computer monitor, but I'd still want to keep a cheap monitor around for everyday stuff when I didn't want to be staring at a 70"+ screen.
http://cgi.ebay.com/FACTORY-NEW-PANASON...4QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Click to expand...

I've heard a lot of ppl mention projectors,but in terms of picture quality,easiness of setup, etc. How would u go out in terms of setting up a Projector-based home theatre?also,projectors, have a VGA connector as well?Im sorry if im throwing out a bunch of questions but Im relatively new to these new television advances and such.
EDIT: also,when i said $2000, the exact cost would be about $2500.00 canadian.
Click to expand...

It depends on what you get for the quality and ease of use, just like any other display.
Setting it up is a bit more work than just plunking down a standard display in your room.

You can do a variety of mounting options with them like table mounting, shelf mounting, ceiling mounting, etc. You can really get it out of the way if you want to and have it not take up any floorspace in your room.

Depends on the projector if they have a VGA input. Mine does, and most do.

Hang around AVSforum for a while and go out and see some displays in person.
There's a whole area of AVS about digital projectors if you want a better idea of what's out there.

Now I've got to go enjoy watching the Director's cut of Alien 😉
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like always, yoyoyohowsdajello reassures all my doubts yet again😀
 
Originally posted by: LiquidImpulse
Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
Originally posted by: LiquidImpulse
Originally posted by: Sonikku
I'd be looking at the Panasonic AE700 or AE900. AMAZING value for the price.
Click to expand...

Originally posted by: YOyoYOhowsDAjello
I think the first thing I'd look at would be a Panasonic AE900 LCD projector because it seems to be decently improved over the AE700 model and I'm hooked on front projection now.
I could use it as a computer monitor, but I'd still want to keep a cheap monitor around for everyday stuff when I didn't want to be staring at a 70"+ screen.
http://cgi.ebay.com/FACTORY-NEW-PANASON...4QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Click to expand...

I've heard a lot of ppl mention projectors,but in terms of picture quality,easiness of setup, etc. How would u go out in terms of setting up a Projector-based home theatre?also,projectors, have a VGA connector as well?Im sorry if im throwing out a bunch of questions but Im relatively new to these new television advances and such.
EDIT: also,when i said $2000, the exact cost would be about $2500.00 canadian.
Click to expand...

It depends on what you get for the quality and ease of use, just like any other display.
Setting it up is a bit more work than just plunking down a standard display in your room.

You can do a variety of mounting options with them like table mounting, shelf mounting, ceiling mounting, etc. You can really get it out of the way if you want to and have it not take up any floorspace in your room.

Depends on the projector if they have a VGA input. Mine does, and most do.

Hang around AVSforum for a while and go out and see some displays in person.
There's a whole area of AVS about digital projectors if you want a better idea of what's out there.

Now I've got to go enjoy watching the Director's cut of Alien 😉
Click to expand...



like always, yoyoyohowsdajello reassures all my doubts yet again😀
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Oh boy 😱

Projectors aren't the answer for everybody, but make sure to check them out at least :thumbsup:
Most people I have over for movies are blown away and when they hear the price ask why everyone doesn't do it.
 
Originally posted by: Project86
Depends on your use.

DLP is EXCELLENT looking IMO, and prices are very low for a 1080P set. The thing is, it takes a while to 'warm up', and it's not good for them to be turned on and off, on and off. Also, the bulb is rated at a certain amount of hours, then it's replacement time. But like I said, the picture is great

LCD flatpanel (to me anyway) doesn't look all that great. It does have a lot of nice features though: It is very low maintenance, can be treated like a normal TV (no warm up or anything) and the small form factor is nice.

Plasma has most of the benefits of LCD, but with better picture quality. Drawbacks: price, unkown longevity, and small potential for burn in.


EDIT: I just realized you said $2000. That cuts down your options a bit: 42" LCD, EDTV plasma (unless you get an off brand) and no DLP in that price range (although if you spend a bit more you can get a nice DLP but not 1080P)
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Not to mention plasmas biggest flaw which is glare
 
I got a plasma because its thin and i can view it from any angle. I tried a samsung dlp before and the viewing angle sucked unless you were right in front of it. Also the brightness of the screen was blinding, if you turned it down it was too dark... it was returned within minutes.
 
if you are talking LCD tft panel, you arent goin got get much for $2000. that said LCD is probably the worst for TVs anyway as it has the bad viewing angle.

if you are talking lcd projection, plasma or dlp then well i guess i'd go dlp unless i had a really really small living room. dlp has the drawback of the bulbs needing replacement, BUT it is by far the best looking of LCD, lcd projection, plasma and dlp.
 
After looking at many options, I've decided to go with either a straight LCD or plasma.

This LCD has amazing resolution (1080p) but is smaller than other options:

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.as...rodid=11042448&whse=BC&topnav=&browse=


This has a very good viewing angle, and would be great for use as a computer monitor.

Here's are some pics of this LCD TV in action:

http://pics.bbzzdd.com/users/ribbon13/Sceptre37_01.jpg

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3094

If use as a computer monitor is high on your list, then this is a good option.

 
Originally posted by: Hadsus
I just been through that process....year long process and pulled the trigger on plasma when the prices fell last spring. PQ-wise I say, plasma>LCD panel>CRT>LCD rear projection>DLP.
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I have to agree perfectly with that from what I've seen at Circuit City.

Did you notice the DLPs were just too dark? The one I was looking at just seemed to have a black cast over the whole thing. The LCD (not sure if it was direct or RP) had stunning colors, but the black looked purple and the angle was not good at all. It probably wasn't an S-IPS panel like the high quality ones. The CRTs looked fine but the expensive Samsung plasma on display blew my freakin mind. The fill ratio and skin tones were stunning.
 
DLP, 3LCOS solutions are great....but they will require a good controlled dark room, because of their lack of brightness and viewing angle deficiency.

Plasma has started make great in roads to picture burn in with pixel motion technologies and the like, but 1080p and especially computer support is yet lacking and/or very $$$.

LCD has really taken off in the HDTV / HTPC arena. With the newer generic brands (Westinghouse/Vizio/Sceptre) now offering cheap 1080p sets in the 37"-47" using China made panels, they clearly have the market lead over, although with some sacrifices in features and configurability.

For me, LCD is the natural choice, since they were adopted for computer use (see DVI), but again they do have sacrifices in black levels, colors, and viewing angles.
 
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