Help me upgrade to a Full HD projector - Blu-ray Forum

Got2LoveGadgets · 12-05-2007, 04:33 PM

I've only had Blu Ray for a few months but I love it! So much so im looking at upgrading my Sanyo LCD 720p projector to a full HD model. My budget is up to £2000 ($4000) does anyone have any suggestions?

PS My screen is about 84" across and the projector isn't limited in placment

MatrixS2000 · 12-05-2007, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

I've only had Blu Ray for a few months but I love it! So much so im looking at upgrading my Sanyo LCD 720p projector to a full HD model. My budget is up to £2000 ($4000) does anyone have any suggestions?

PS My screen is about 84" across and the projector isn't limited in placment

Popular native 1080p projects @ Projector Central.

I am currently looking at the JVC DLA-RS1U, Panasonic PT-AE2000U, Sanyo PLV-Z2000 and the Sony VPL-VW60 to replace my Z3.

Got2LoveGadgets · 12-05-2007, 07:42 PM

I would really like a Sanyo as my Z3 has been brilliant but the review on cnet isn't that great http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater...-32727075.html

jcdennis · 12-05-2007, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

I would really like a Sanyo as my Z3 has been brilliant but the review on cnet isn't that great http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater...-32727075.html

I've never read a more informative site on projectors that projector central.
CNet has pretty good reviews to be sure, but if you read the projector central review and it sounds good, I wouldn't hold back based on CNet.

(I got a Z5 just last year... and am seriously thinking about getting the Z2000.)

Matt X · 12-05-2007, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

I would really like a Sanyo as my Z3 has been brilliant but the review on cnet isn't that great http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater...-32727075.html

There's an Epson model out there full 1080p for like $3000, I've seen at least decent reviews on it..........................

ryoohki · 12-05-2007, 11:54 PM

The Sanyo is 2399$ i think and is receiving great appreciation from AVS Member, there seem to be not problems so far after a month released into the world...

Banjo · 12-05-2007, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt X

There's an Epson model out there full 1080p for like $3000, I've seen at least decent reviews on it..........................

Actually, it's quite good. Very good for a model under $3,000. Great zoom shift, picture is quite sharp. It's also a blast to play PS3 games on it though most are at 720p, but they still look great.

Such movies like Cars and Pirates of the Caribbean look amazing on it. Not to mention that it supports HDMI 1.3 specs.

Downhere · 12-06-2007, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by jcdennis

I've never read a more informative site on projectors that projector central.

You should check out Projectorreviews.com...if you like information, each review is about 5 pages long and is separated in categories, it's definitely my favorite place to read reviews.

ay221 · 12-06-2007, 01:03 AM

I have the Panny AE2000U and enjoy it alot. I'm sure the other projectors mention will work well as well.

brrneon · 12-06-2007, 01:32 AM

Well if you are a DIYer and have some free time you could always build one, thats what I did, I spent around $1000. I built one using a 1920X1200 laptop screen, it isalso HDCP compliant, and accepts hdmi, components, rca, s-video, and cable tv.

http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index.php?

Here is a good example of what can be done:
http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index...howtopic=15796

scragham · 12-06-2007, 05:44 AM

this is mine and i really like it.

got it from projector people also.

have it projected onto an 80" wide screen, looks great. some brightness issues when i turn more lights on in the room* as noted in the reviews you'll see when you research it, but incredible bang for the buck.

* i have it ceiling mounted in my basement; unfortunately some of the basement lights are just a little bit offset from the projector's beam, and those really screw up the image (like, duh). however, the lights in the bar alcove more to the right hardly interfere with the image.

Got2LoveGadgets · 12-06-2007, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by brrneon

Well if you are a DIYer and have some free time you could always build one, thats what I did, I spent around $1000. I built one using a 1920X1200 laptop screen, it isalso HDCP compliant, and accepts hdmi, components, rca, s-video, and cable tv.

http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index.php?

Here is a good example of what can be done:
http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index...howtopic=15796

Wow I like to think of myself as being technical but building your own projector thats a bit nutts for me!

I have read good things about the Epson plus my cinema room (or as my gilfreind likes to call it the living room) is totally black the screen doubles as a blackout for the window.

Just out of interest how much of a jump in quality is it going to be from 720p to 1080p? My screen is about 82" and we site 5 meters away from it

Banjo · 12-06-2007, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

Just out of interest how much of a jump in quality is it going to be from 720p to 1080p? My screen is about 82" and we site 5 meters away from it

82"... oh yes. You will notice the difference. Immediately.

scragham · 12-06-2007, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

Wow I like to think of myself as being technical but building your own projector thats a bit nutts for me!

I have read good things about the Epson plus my cinema room (or as my gilfreind likes to call it the living room) is totally black the screen doubles as a blackout for the window.

Just out of interest how much of a jump in quality is it going to be from 720p to 1080p? My screen is about 82" and we site 5 meters away from it

when i switch between resolutions by turning 1080p off, it's a very noticeable difference on my epson projected onto an 80" screen.

Suzukiman600 · 12-06-2007, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MatrixS2000

Popular native 1080p projects @ Projector Central.

I am currently looking at the JVC DLA-RS1U, Panasonic PT-AE2000U, Sanyo PLV-Z2000 and the Sony VPL-VW60 to replace my Z3.

The Panasonic and Sony models you listed are both good units from the research I have done. When I go 1080p I am leaning towards the Panasonic currently.

a859057 · 12-06-2007, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt X

There's an Epson model out there full 1080p for like $3000, I've seen at least decent reviews on it..........................

I have the Epson Home Cinema 1080P ($2700, after rebate) and I love it.

brrneon · 12-06-2007, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Got2LoveGadgets

Wow I like to think of myself as being technical but building your own projector thats a bit nutts for me!

I have read good things about the Epson plus my cinema room (or as my gilfreind likes to call it the living room) is totally black the screen doubles as a blackout for the window.

Just out of interest how much of a jump in quality is it going to be from 720p to 1080p? My screen is about 82" and we site 5 meters away from it

It's not really hard to build, after reading alot through the forum I linked. There is a software tool that will tell you the distance to place everything inside the box, how big the screen will be, and how far back to place the projector. If you don't feel like building a box there is a guy who will do it for you, and the same guy will also build the box with everything in it except for the computer screen. One good thing about a DIY projector is the bulbs cost about 50 bucks and last around 10,000 hours.

There is a big jump from 720p to 1080p. I started off using a 1280X1024 17 inch monitor and then went to the 1080p screen and there was a huge difference. My screen is 108" wide and I have it sitting back 14 feet from the screen, it still makes my eyes go

everytime I play a blu-ray.

Either way you go you will see an improvement.

Got2LoveGadgets · 12-06-2007, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by a859057

I have the Epson Home Cinema 1080P ($2700, after rebate) and I love it.

The Epson looks like a great bit of kit but its hard to find for sale in the UK (I found one site but it was £2800)! Same with the Sony I cant find it for less then £3000. However the Panasonic PT-AE2000 is available for £2000

I have recently spoken to a guy who owns the earlyer Panasonic 1000 model and he rates it very highly so im swaying more the Panasonics way

MatrixS2000 · 12-06-2007, 07:57 PM

I am taking a serious look at this Sanyo PLV-Z2000 based on these reviews...

http://www.projectorreviews.com/sany...2000/index.php
http://www.projectorcentral.com/sany..._projector.htm
http://www.hdtvexpert.com/pages_b/SanyoPLV-Z2000.html

I have had many good years out of my Z3 with zero problems...at the price point of the Z2000, I think I am going to try and get it for an in home demo.

PS - I really hate the white case though as the ceiling in my HT is black.

Got2LoveGadgets · 12-07-2007, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by MatrixS2000

I am taking a serious look at this Sanyo PLV-Z2000 based on these reviews...

http://www.projectorreviews.com/sany...2000/index.php
http://www.projectorcentral.com/sany..._projector.htm
http://www.hdtvexpert.com/pages_b/SanyoPLV-Z2000.html

I have had many good years out of my Z3 with zero problems...at the price point of the Z2000, I think I am going to try and get it for an in home demo.

PS - I really hate the white case though as the ceiling in my HT is black.

I love my Z3 had it for about 3 years and think its brilliant! I would be really interested to hear how you get on with the new Z2000
PS My girlfriend will love the white finish she loves any thing that looks Macish

12-05-2007, 04:33 PM	#1
Got2LoveGadgets Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:UK Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:100 Blu-ray reviews:4	Help me upgrade to a Full HD projector I've only had Blu Ray for a few months but I love it! So much so im looking at upgrading my Sanyo LCD 720p projector to a full HD model. My budget is up to £2000 ($4000) does anyone have any suggestions? PS My screen is about 84" across and the projector isn't limited in placment

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12-05-2007, 07:42 PM	#3
Got2LoveGadgets Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:UK Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:100 Blu-ray reviews:4	I would really like a Sanyo as my Z3 has been brilliant but the review on cnet isn't that great http://reviews.cnet.com/home-theater...-32727075.html

12-05-2007, 11:54 PM	#6
ryoohki Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2007 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:6 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:5	The Sanyo is 2399$ i think and is receiving great appreciation from AVS Member, there seem to be not problems so far after a month released into the world...

12-06-2007, 01:03 AM	#9
ay221 Special Member Member since:Oct 2006	I have the Panny AE2000U and enjoy it alot. I'm sure the other projectors mention will work well as well.

12-06-2007, 01:32 AM	#10
brrneon Junior Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Florida	Well if you are a DIYer and have some free time you could always build one, thats what I did, I spent around $1000. I built one using a 1920X1200 laptop screen, it isalso HDCP compliant, and accepts hdmi, components, rca, s-video, and cable tv. http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index.php? Here is a good example of what can be done: http://www.lumenlab.com/forums/index...howtopic=15796

12-06-2007, 05:44 AM	#11
scragham Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007	this is mine and i really like it. got it from projector people also. have it projected onto an 80" wide screen, looks great. some brightness issues when i turn more lights on in the room* as noted in the reviews you'll see when you research it, but incredible bang for the buck. * i have it ceiling mounted in my basement; unfortunately some of the basement lights are just a little bit offset from the projector's beam, and those really screw up the image (like, duh). however, the lights in the bar alcove more to the right hardly interfere with the image.

12-06-2007, 07:57 PM	#19
MatrixS2000 Power Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Toronto, Canada 4K collection:48 Blu-ray collection:305 Trading Score:6	I am taking a serious look at this Sanyo PLV-Z2000 based on these reviews... http://www.projectorreviews.com/sany...2000/index.php http://www.projectorcentral.com/sany..._projector.htm http://www.hdtvexpert.com/pages_b/SanyoPLV-Z2000.html I have had many good years out of my Z3 with zero problems...at the price point of the Z2000, I think I am going to try and get it for an in home demo. PS - I really hate the white case though as the ceiling in my HT is black.

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