Need some advice on projectors

neokeelo
neokeelo Posts: 168
edited May 2006 in Electronics
MY budget is around the $500 mark.

I am considering 2 different products right now.

I can get a new LCD Sanyo z1 for 500 shipped. This projector scales exactly 1/2 HD res so HD looks like HD on it. My friend has this one properly setup and I have to say I am very impressed with it. However the bulb life last only 800-1500 hours from what I have read on projectorcentral.com instead of the quoted 2000 hours.

Or I can get a used lower resolution Infocus DLP 4805 for about $500-$600 used. But it has a longer bulb life. I know this projector would have better blacks but the resolution is lower.
The main purpose of the projector I want is to play DVDs, maybe HD down the road, and playing pc games on it.


Which one would be a better choice? Also if you have any other projectors that you know are in this price range that perform as well please tell me.

Thanks
My System
Pre/Pro - Integra DTR 40.2
Amplifier -Parasound 2205a
Paradigm Studio 60s V5 Mains
Paradigm Studio 590 V5 Center
Paradigm 20s - rear ( Wanted)
SUB - SVS PB12-NSD
LG PK250 60inch Plasma
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  • neokeelo
    neokeelo Posts: 168
    edited May 2006
    Anyone?
    My System
    Pre/Pro - Integra DTR 40.2
    Amplifier -Parasound 2205a
    Paradigm Studio 60s V5 Mains
    Paradigm Studio 590 V5 Center
    Paradigm 20s - rear ( Wanted)
    SUB - SVS PB12-NSD
    LG PK250 60inch Plasma
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  • okiepolkie
    okiepolkie Posts: 2,258
    edited May 2006
    At that price range, I can't really help much. I know the 4805 is an excellent projector, even though it only displays 480p. The next step up would be the sp5000, which I would highly recommend.

    Also, what are you going to use for a screen? That will make about as much difference as the projector itself.

    Since you are reasonbly close to me, I can help you if you ever need it.
    Tschüss
    Zach
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  • neokeelo
    neokeelo Posts: 168
    edited May 2006
    My friend built an 87" screen from material off of ebay. The gain is like 1. something. It looks very good to me from what I have seen using his Z1. Thats cool there is someone polk fans in Memphis :D
    My System
    Pre/Pro - Integra DTR 40.2
    Amplifier -Parasound 2205a
    Paradigm Studio 60s V5 Mains
    Paradigm Studio 590 V5 Center
    Paradigm 20s - rear ( Wanted)
    SUB - SVS PB12-NSD
    LG PK250 60inch Plasma
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  • *Seby*-Polk-
    *Seby*-Polk- Posts: 375
    edited May 2006
    Yamaha projectors??? Are a good deal ¿?
    My current new system (step by step :D)

    A/V Receiver: YAMAHA RX-V657
    DVD Player: YAMAHA DVD-S657
    Main Towers: polkaudio® Monitor 50
    Wiring: NeoTecH KS1007 OFC High Definition Speaker Cable ( 2 x 2.64 mm² )
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