3D tv in your home by the end of this year

[multiweb (Marc)]

Originally Posted by Satchmo

A bright 2500 lumen 3 meter screen for gaming and movies 2D and 3D is going to wipe any LCD /Plasma solution * if you are into 3D * ( and even 2d)

I have been running an 1100 lumen projector with a 2.5 meter screen for 6 years now and wouldn't ever consider going back to a small screen for any entertainment purpose . Some people just can't cope with a big screen though , so it comes down to personal taste. I also have a cheap Media Center PC hooked up which is the hub of my entertainment . Thats my experience anyway...

I heard the bulbs lighting in those projectors are running hot and don't last very long. Also very expensive. Is this still true or was it a problem with very early models?

[NPSF3000]

Originally Posted by Satchmo

A bright 2500 lumen 3 meter screen for gaming and movies 2D and 3D is going to wipe any LCD /Plasma solution * if you are into 3D * ( and even 2d)

I have been running an 1100 lumen projector with a 2.5 meter screen for 6 years now and wouldn't ever consider going back to a small screen for any entertainment purpose . Some people just can't cope with a big screen though , so it comes down to personal taste. I also have a cheap Media Center PC hooked up which is the hub of my entertainment . Thats my experience anyway...

Are you seriously saying that a $1000 projector is going to give you anywhere near the color depth and contrast as a $3k plasma or LED screen? It already a given that it doesn't have the resolution.

Nothing against projectors, but it is my understanding that to have a decent experience (when compared to a screen) not only do you have to spend substantially more (though you do end up with a bigger image) and have a good environment with very little to no light.

Lastly, large image size has never made for a better experience, it depends on multiple factors.

[Satchmo]

Originally Posted by NPSF3000

Are you seriously saying that a $1000 projector is going to give you anywhere near the color depth and contrast as a $3k plasma or LED screen? It already a given that it doesn't have the resolution.

If you reduced the picture down to as small as a TV it probably would have the same intensity. Yes you do need to darken the room. I have lined curtains in my lounge which are plenty good enough. Most small TV's always seem way too bright to me ..not lifelike at all.

Resolution isn't everything. My PJ is SVGA and does a beautiful job of scaling 1080i..and no at my 3.5 metre viewing distance I can't see any pixellation at all , looks very film like. I've racked up 3600 hours on the bulb in 6 years. Certainly doesn't owe me anything.

Anyway no point in this thread becoming a TV vs . projector debate .

If you want a small super-bright screen for 3D , buy an HD back projected DLP TV ..there are plenty supported by NVidea 3D glasses.

I am looking forward to gaming and 3d movies on an Optima HD66 projector or similar when the time comes .
Each to their own