July 3rd, 2009 
Bell
More and more viewers are turning to rear projection sets when it comes to purchasing a large screen TV. The sets are a great alternative to more expensive widescreen TVs and come in a variety of sizes, including 40- and 60-inch models, and are fairly affordable. Both Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and Digital Light Processing (DLP) rear projection sets offer impressive image quality, HD capabilities and are definitely cheaper than Plasma sets.Rear projection sets operate by projecting images onto a screen, like in a movie theater. Projection sets require a darkened room for the best effect. The largest size for a rear projection set is about 70 inches. Although rear projection televisions tend to be rather large and unwieldy, installing these sets in your home theater is relatively simple.
Rear projection sets do not offer the flexibility of viewing that comes with a plasma set. The best angle for watching is in front of the set, at eye level. Any variation of position can lead to diminishing color, brightness and contrast. A 150-degree angle for viewing is what many rear projection sets offer, which is fine for most home theaters. Consumers should find out more about the angle factor before purchasing a set.
Glare can also be an issue with rear projection sets. If viewers utilize a screen saver to protect the screen, this can cause glare during viewing. It’s okay to remove the screen saver, but the screen itself is extremely delicate and should be protected when not in use. The screen can be costly to replace.
Overall, rear projection sets require very little maintenance, with the exception of replacing the projector bulb. However, the bulb is pretty expensive – from $300 to $500. These bulbs tend to last from between 2000 to 4000 hours. The sets themselves start at $3000 for a good 46-inch DLP model. DLP, which stands for Digital Light Processing, is a form of TV technology whereby a source of light is reflected off of a chip. The chip is coated with thousands of very small mirrors that move to produce the images a viewer sees on the screen. These sets are good for watching HDTV and feature great image quality, with terrific contrast.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) models operate on the same technology used in computer monitors. These sets feature great resolution, but dark blacks can be a problem. This is because light is reflected through panels in the LCD display to light up the images a viewer sees while watching. Sometimes, the pixels in the set can result in a grid on the screen. However, the HD quality of these sets is very close to that in DLP sets.
Epson PowerLite 720p Home Cinema 400 Projector
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Digital Projection dVision 1080p DLP Home Theater Projector w/ Extra Lamp, More! $4,499.00 |
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Mitsubishi HC4000 1080p Home Theater Projector w/106″ Mustang Projection Screen $1,449.88 |
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Optavision HD 9500 LCD 150in 3D Home Theater Projection $1,295.00 |
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200″ FAVI Electric Projection Projector Screen Home Theater 16:9 | Model: HD-200 $897.00 |
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120″ MOTORIZED HD PROJECTION SCREEN FOR HOME THEATER $519.99 |
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DA-LITE INSTA-THEATER PORTABLE PROJECTION SCREEN 60×80 (100″ DIAGONAL) 87063 WP $449.99 |
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DA-LITE INSTA-THEATER PORTABLE PROJECTION SCREEN 44×78 (90″ DIAGONAL) 93983 WP $449.99 |
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NEW Da-Lite Deluxe Insta-Theater Portable Projection Sc $400.02 |
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FAVI 150″ New 16:9 Electric Projector Projection Home Theater Screen, HD-150 $399.95 |
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DA-LITE INSTA-THEATER PORTABLE PROJECTION SCREEN 48×64 (80″ DIAGONAL) 83316 WP $369.99 |
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DA-LITE INSTA-THEATER PORTABLE PROJECTION SCREEN 36×64 (73″ DIAGONAL) 93982 WP $369.99 |
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DA-LITE INSTA-THEATER PORTABLE PROJECTION SCREEN 48×64 (80″ DIAGONAL) 33033 MW $369.99 |
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FAVI Rio HD LED Projector | 80″ Pull-Up Projection Screen Home Theater Bundle $357.00 |
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NEW Da-Lite Deluxe Insta-Theater Portable Projection Sc $331.86 |
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[42inch Projector Screen Green+Case Set]Projection Home Theater Portable Screen $330.99 |
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Wii Sensor Bar Extension Cable $1.50 Are you standing close to your TV to play your Wii games because the sensor bar cable is too short? Add some comfortable distance between your remote controller and your TV screen with the Nintendo Wii Sensor Bar Extension Cable! The Nintendo Wii Sensor Bar Extension Cable adds an additional six feet of distance for your sensor bar, so you can play your Wii games a bit further from the TV without … |
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Da-Lite 119 Diagonal HDTV Format Home Theater Electric Wall Screen with Video Spectra 1.5 Fabric $980.00 The screen that fifty years ago changed the projection environment forever with its electric operation continues to set the tone and meet the needs of the networked marketplace and home theaters. True to its roots, the Cosmopolitan still enjoys the same distinct case design, patented whisper soft motor-in-the roller operation and standard installation ease. The Cosmopolitan has expanded to include… |
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Da-Lite Cosmopolitan Electrol Video Format Electric Wall and Ceiling Projection Screen, 60 x 80, Video Spectra 1.5 Surface $612.95 Ideal for applications where a recessed installation is not desired or feasible. Patented in-the-roller motor mounting system for quiet operation. Handsome white textured case blends with any decor. Matte White fabric up to and including 10′ high will be seamless. Glass Beaded fabric up to and including 8′ will be seamless. Video Spectra 1.5 and High Contrast Matte White fabric up to and including… |
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ViewSonic PJD5123 SVGA DLP Projector 120Hz/3D Ready, 2700 Lumens, 3000:1 DCR $319.99 The PJD5123 is a high-performance SVGA 800×600 DLP projector with 2700 ANSI lumens and 3000:1 contrast ratio. With new slim design at only 3.2 inch height, making it ideal to move from room to room on the campus or in the office. This projector offers a variety of hardware and software features including multiple PC and video input options, 1.1x manual optical zoom, auto vertical keystone correct… |
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Advanced HD Port ready LCD Projector,1080i Resolution HDMI input,Playstation, Xbox, DVD, cable/satellite tv $200.94 Advanced HD Port ready LCD Projector,1080i Resolution HDMI input,Playstation, Xbox, DVD, cable/satellite… |
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Love Finds You in Camelot, Tennessee (Paperback) $10.93 In this heartwarming contemporary romance, a woman is caught in a love triangle while working on a smalltown community theater project. Amy Hart has decided to put on the play Camelot in order to bring some commerce into her struggling town. After conv… |
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