Video Asylum

Posted by Avocat (A) on October 09, 2007 at 15:39:08

In Reply to: RE: Projection, vs the rest posted by racerguy on September 26, 2007 at 20:12:04

We have a 720p Sanyo Z4 front projector and a 92-inch screen that we really enjoy. The other comments about WAF are largely correct. It's a different setup, and takes some planning.

However, I would take issue with some of the comments. My system replaced a large console HDTV, and the result was that we now have lots more usable space in the room, since the pull-down screen takes no floor space when the screen it retracted. Regarding installation, I really didn't have any complex mounting or positioning issues. - I merely placed the projector (1-foot square, 4.5-inches tall) on top of a bookcase accross from the screen, in approximate alignement with the screen, adjusted the focus, and turned the vertical and horizontal positioning knobs to precisely align the picture with the screen. Connecting the cables from the receiver to the projector took a little more time. It's true that for best results, the room should be darkened. But this doesn't mean that you can't see the picture and hear the sound in a partially darkened room, which is the case when I'm watching the news, etc. I do agree that this shouldn't be your only TV. However, the effect of a good large-screen picture is spectacular, particularly in HD, and even with 720 resolution.

In other words, there are positive as well as negative installation and WAF issues. - With the screen retracted, you can use the room for other purposes.

Jim