Old Projector - Sharp LCD Projector XV-Z1U - Blu-ray Forum

Chocolatejas · 11-18-2008, 04:14 PM

I found one of these used and real cheap. Owner states two of the prisms are not 100%. Would this affect picture quality?

I am thinking about getting this so I can play my PS3 when my GF is watching tv so it will not be used often or in an ideal setting.

Beta Man · 11-18-2008, 06:07 PM

depending on how cheap "cheap" is.....

GO FOR IT..... even if the PQ isn't great, you'll have a HUGE image for cheap

Mr. HiDef · 11-18-2008, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

depending on how cheap "cheap" is.....

GO FOR IT..... even if the PQ isn't great, you'll have a HUGE image for cheap

I think the question is will the prisms or do they have anything to do with the pq....

Beta Man · 11-18-2008, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. HiDef

I think the question is will the prisms or do they have anything to do with the pq....

I guess what is "not 100% mean" ??? If he can go look at the projector in action, that would be best.

Chocolatejas · 11-18-2008, 07:16 PM

He asking $100 but im going to offer $80. Im going to try to test it on the spot with my PSP and component cables.

Midnightsailor · 11-18-2008, 07:18 PM

I'd definitely ask some questions first.

Chocolatejas · 11-18-2008, 07:21 PM

Like what? I don't know a lot about projectors. It comes with the original manual and a spare bulb but no remote. Remote is not a big issue.

Brain Sturgeon · 11-19-2008, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Chocolatejas

Like what? I don't know a lot about projectors. It comes with the original manual and a spare bulb but no remote. Remote is not a big issue.

The projector sounds a bit iffy, but at that price, you're not risking a lot.

You probably want to check the convergence on the LCD panels, either with internal test patterns, or with a test disc such as Digital Video Essentials. Also check for dust blobs (blurry, possibly colored spots) on the projected image, and the ability of the image to focus. Bring some test material that you're familiar with to see the clarity of the image, as well as color accuracy.

This projector model is close to 10 years old, and much has happened with display technology over that time, so I would expect that you might find the image quality to be lacking compared to more modern projectors.

Good luck!

Chocolatejas · 11-19-2008, 08:47 PM

Apparently there is a yellow circle and that is the prism issue. I am checking it out Friday.

gearyt · 11-19-2008, 09:50 PM

the biggest factor is smoke
take a wiff, smoke will turn everything yellow and is tough to get off

11-18-2008, 04:14 PM	#1
Chocolatejas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2008 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:118 Trading Score:15	Old Projector - Sharp LCD Projector XV-Z1U I found one of these used and real cheap. Owner states two of the prisms are not 100%. Would this affect picture quality? I am thinking about getting this so I can play my PS3 when my GF is watching tv so it will not be used often or in an ideal setting. Last edited by Chocolatejas; 11-18-2008 at 04:17 PM.

11-18-2008, 07:21 PM	#7
Chocolatejas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2008 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:118 Trading Score:15	Like what? I don't know a lot about projectors. It comes with the original manual and a spare bulb but no remote. Remote is not a big issue. Last edited by Chocolatejas; 11-18-2008 at 07:26 PM.

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11-18-2008, 06:07 PM	#2
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	depending on how cheap "cheap" is..... GO FOR IT..... even if the PQ isn't great, you'll have a HUGE image for cheap

11-18-2008, 07:16 PM	#5
Chocolatejas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2008 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:118 Trading Score:15	He asking $100 but im going to offer $80. Im going to try to test it on the spot with my PSP and component cables.

11-18-2008, 07:18 PM	#6
Midnightsailor Special Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Los Angeles, CA Blu-ray collection:32 Blu-ray reviews:1	I'd definitely ask some questions first.

11-19-2008, 08:47 PM	#9
Chocolatejas Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2008 Location:NH Blu-ray collection:118 Trading Score:15	Apparently there is a yellow circle and that is the prism issue. I am checking it out Friday.

11-19-2008, 09:50 PM	#10
gearyt Power Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Henderson, NV Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:33	the biggest factor is smoke take a wiff, smoke will turn everything yellow and is tough to get off

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