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I'm building a home theater with surround sound and whatnot, I just need the main part now. I can't decide whether to buy a HD projector or TV. I've heard that the display qualities of the projectors are lower than that of TV's in general, but others say that it's just because the screen is so large. I want to be able to mount the screen in front of a TV so I can watch the news without feeling like I need to get popcorn, so is there a way to mount it from a stand or something? I've also heard that the bulbs need replacing every few years for like 400 bucks...
The main question though, is quality. Compared to, say, and LED set, does a projector's color and 1080p look as good? Or better?
And which company/price range/model should I stick to?
Thanks @Alex, I have the couch about 15 feet away, and there is a window in the room but I'm probably going to be watching movies at night anyways. I'm mounting the screen in front of the TV so I can retract it when I want to watch other things, thanks a lot!
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The answer does depend on factors like the layout of your room.
Will you be viewing from over 12 feet away?
Can you keep out all external light even during daylight hours?
If the answer to both of these is yes, then a projector may be right for you.
I want the best picture quality I can afford.
I can put furnature wherever gives me the best viewing position.
The answer is probably a TV.
To get a cinematic experience from a TV, you need a very big TV and to sit very close to it.
I've got a 60" plasma and a viewing distance of about 8 feet.
If I view it from 18 feet, you can't tell the difference between HD and SD.
From 8 foot, SD looks rubbish. 1080p looks fantastic though.
From 12 feet both SD and HD are watchable, but it's not as cinematic.
I've painted the wall behind the TV black, so when the lights are out there's no light wash from the wall behind, the picture just floats.
Some projectors are very poor, even the HD ones. You get what you pay for. By the time the bulb goes once or twice you'll probably be considering buying your next upgrade anyway, so don't worry too much about that, just factor it in to the purchase cost decision.
Some 50 inch TVs are very good for a sensible price, but make sure to do your research because there are still a few howlers out there, not all of them the cheapest ones.
The answer does depend on factors like the layout of your room.
Will you be viewing from over 12 feet away?
Can you keep out all external light even during daylight hours?
If the answer to both of these is yes, then a projector may be right for you.
I want the best picture quality I can afford.
I can put furnature wherever gives me the best viewing position.
The answer is probably a TV.
To get a cinematic experience from a TV, you need a very big TV and to sit very close to it.
I've got a 60" plasma and a viewing distance of about 8 feet.
If I view it from 18 feet, you can't tell the difference between HD and SD.
From 8 foot, SD looks rubbish. 1080p looks fantastic though.
From 12 feet both SD and HD are watchable, but it's not as cinematic.
I've painted the wall behind the TV black, so when the lights are out there's no light wash from the wall behind, the picture just floats.
Some projectors are very poor, even the HD ones. You get what you pay for. By the time the bulb goes once or twice you'll probably be considering buying your next upgrade anyway, so don't worry too much about that, just factor it in to the purchase cost decision.
Some 50 inch TVs are very good for a sensible price, but make sure to do your research because there are still a few howlers out there, not all of them the cheapest ones.
What is the difference between brands of hd tvs that have the same specs but different prices?
also what is the difference and what is better plasma, led, lcd? Will the tv come with everything i need to get broadcast hd? What is 720 vs 1080?
Answer
A few things to check to select a set (other than the size that will work for your room layout):
Check the colors. Some sets have more brilliant colors than others.
Walk to the side of the set. Some sets have a very narrow "angle of view". Others can be seen clearly until you're so far to the side that you can't see the screen.
Check the features. Do you want to be able to connect your computer to the TV, to use it as a giant monitor? Do you want to be able to use your stereo to get better sound? Do you want a built-in DVD player. (Generally a bad idea unless the player is consumer-replaceable.)
Check prices for the same model from a few places. Buying locally costs sales tax. Buying on-line may cost shipping. Look at clubs. Even with the membership fee, BJs, Sams or Costco may be cheaper.
720 is lower definition than 1080. In a smaller set you'll never see the difference. In a larger set (40" or more) you may notice the difference - most people don't.
The TV will come with everything but an antenna and the cable to connect the antenna to the TV.
A few things to check to select a set (other than the size that will work for your room layout):
Check the colors. Some sets have more brilliant colors than others.
Walk to the side of the set. Some sets have a very narrow "angle of view". Others can be seen clearly until you're so far to the side that you can't see the screen.
Check the features. Do you want to be able to connect your computer to the TV, to use it as a giant monitor? Do you want to be able to use your stereo to get better sound? Do you want a built-in DVD player. (Generally a bad idea unless the player is consumer-replaceable.)
Check prices for the same model from a few places. Buying locally costs sales tax. Buying on-line may cost shipping. Look at clubs. Even with the membership fee, BJs, Sams or Costco may be cheaper.
720 is lower definition than 1080. In a smaller set you'll never see the difference. In a larger set (40" or more) you may notice the difference - most people don't.
The TV will come with everything but an antenna and the cable to connect the antenna to the TV.
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