Projector Tele's ?

[phoenix n max]

Anyone got one ?

I need a new tele and was thinking of getting a projector one. I hate having a big tele taking up living room space. Hardly ever watch it but the kids do.

Your thoughts ?

[khushy]

I have a 42" Toshiba rear projection telly - had it since 1999 - its ace - especially for MotoGP - they are also cheap as chips now - we are looking at upgrading to a Plasma above the fireplace - the Tosh will be up for sale if you are interested!!!!

Khushy

[rcgbob44]

Old Technology projector TV`s..........go for a good LCD (not plasma!)

[Dibble]

I think she means a "Projector & Screen" rather than a "Rear Projection" judging by the comments regarding size ....

u2u Vman, he uses a projector onto one wall in his lounge .....

[phoenix n max]

Ahh yes thats it Dibble - one with a screen one side of the room and projecter the other.
Whats rear projection then ? :puzzled:

[Mr_S]

OK.....

Screen and projector.

Pro's
Huge picture
Impresses the neighbours
Great for movies / sport / games

Cons
Needs a darkened room for best results.
Expensive (to do properly)
Not suited for general viewing (you'll get fed up of the news being 8ft wide trust me)
Will need separate video /sound sources / speakers etc to feed the projector and get the sound out. (sky / freeview / cable + Amp + speakers + cabling.....)
Unless you get a projector with a broad throw, you'll need a big room.
Screens are fragile!


Projector & Screen is fantastic as either a dedicated room solution or a second option with a plasma / LCD for general use, but it's not ideal for your main TV.

If you really want to go this route, look for a Panasonic DLP Projector and a fixed screen from Stewart (Personally I'd have a Firehawk)

Alternatively, for similar money that you'd pay for a projector alone you could get a 42" HiDef Plasma.

Or, for less money, a DLP rear projection TV. These are a lot thinner than they used to be, and give fantastic picture quality.

What's rear projection???

http://hometheater.about.com/cs/television/a/aarearprotv.htm

If you want a big'ish tele that doesn't break the bank though try here. They've been knocking out some 42" LG's at a reasonable price, and an HD ready 42" tosh for £1500

http://ws4.richersounds.com/productgroups.php?cda=productgroups&pgroup=LCDTV

Pick up a copy of Home Cinema Choice it's a reasonably good source to start off especially for getting guide prices.

Rough entry level costs (without considering video sources and the audio side)

Projector - £1500
6ft Fixed Screen - £500
Or
42" Hi Def Plasma or LCD - £1500
Or
42" Hi Def DLP Rear Projection TV - £1500

If you're not fussed about Hi Def then you could get the Plasma / LCD / DLP RP cheaper.

[Edited on 1-12-2005 by Mr_S]

[phoenix n max]

Ahh thanks - all the info I need :)