Hi im new to projectors and i would like to buy one i was thinking about the optoma dv10 or the dv11 i would like to know what you guys think i should get, also i would like to know witch hd projector is best for $1,000

thanks

Why not research the Mitsubishi HD1000. It is less than $1000 and is getting good reviews.

thanks alot i will do some research on it

I own the DV10 and the only reason you would want to pick it is because of its portability. It is extremely easy to move around and set up in new locations for showing a movie. But if you'll be permanently mounting the projector, there are better choices for about the same amount of money, with the HD1000 right at the top of the list.

Having said that, we love the DV10. It's been on vacation, to friends' homes and outside for movie nights. It's exceptionally easy to set up and use and the built in speakers and DVD player make it a great party machine. I used it for the Super Bowl as well as the NHL playoffs. If you like the thought of portability, you might want to think about this projector.

Jim

I own a HD1000U and it is a great projector for the money.

If you decide to go with the Dv10, then you won't need that whole grand. It's shouldn't cost you any more than $600 before taxes.

thanks for the help guys i think ima get the hd1000 i got a few questions about the hd1000 i would like to buy a surround sound system aswell how do i connect the audio to it because i just looked at the back and it has components not composites or is it the same ?what can i do with the hdmi? and what surround system is best for about $300 or $400? thanks guys

The audio from your signal source (cable box, sat receiver, dvd player, etc) will be connected to your sound system - you will need a receiver. No sound goes to the PJ.

Don't look at the projector like a TV. It is more like a computer monitor. Just feed the video signal to the PJ and the audio signal to a surround sound receiver. Some receivers are good enough to pass the video through them and they will switch both the video and audio and send the signal to the PJ. If you get a cheaper receiver, then connect the video cable (DVI, HDMI, Component etc.) directly to the PJ. The speakers will be connected to the receiver. Does this help?

ohhh thanks for the help guys and prakash i was looking at it as if it was a tv so i was confused but i got it now thanks. ohh and what is a good surround sound system for around 300 to 400 dollars?