New ranges of Monoprice screens seem to be coming soon - Page 18

The AE-8000 is a pretty bright projector, I think it would light the 150" just fine. Mine looks great with an Epson 8350 in cinema mode, lamp on eco from a 12 ft 9 in throw. I believe the AE-8000's dimmest setting is brighter than what I'm running.

Thanks DL4567,

Which Elite screen did you get?

Thanks DL4567, your comparison was extremely helpful. In fact I was all set to order the monoprice 16:9 screen but will now likely go with the Elite based on your direct comparisons!! Really appreciate the time you took to write that up!

It was the ER120WH1 Sable Fixed Frame (not the more expensive "EZ Frame").

Glad you enjoyed it. If Elite had a 150" 235, I probably would have gone with that, but I'm very happy with the monoprice screen other than the one somewhat shiny line, but it's barely an issue.

I'm planning to return the Elite to Amazon for the 80% refund they offer, but if anyone here may be interested in it let me know.

Nice move and thanks for the review that you posted. How do you handle movies with multiple-formats (Batman's movies for instance).

Final question: where are the pics?



No, seriously, if you have a chance please post a couple of pics of the Monoprice screen. I'm currently using the same screen that you are about to return and I'm thinking on probably following your steps...............see what you did to me?!?!?

Yeah those multiple format movies like Dark Knight and Dark Knight Rises are a real headache for Constant-Image-Height setups. I believe there's more than one thread in the CIH Chat section just discussing those 2 movies. I think the only options are to either play them like you would a 16:9 movie, using just the middle part of the screen, which will keyhole the 2.35 material and display the 16:9 IMAX shots in their entirety, or make the 2.35 material fill the screen and let the IMAX stuff spill over the top and bottom. Luckily I watched Dark Knight Rises a couple months ago with my 16:9 screen! Honestly though, I wouldn't worry about it too much because while there may be a handful more, those are the only two movies I personally know of that pose that problem for 2.35 screen owners. And how often are you gonna watch them again once you've seen them, right? 99% of 2.35 movies keep a constant ratio, so don't let the couple of "weird" ones talk you out of the joys of a 2.35 screen.

"...see what you did to me?!?!?"

Haha, sorry if I'm putting ideas in your head! After installing my 16:9 screen last October, it seemed like every movie I watched had the big black bars, and the occasional 1.78 or 1.85 movie looked SOOO much bigger because it filled the screen. If you spend enough time looking at the CIH Chat section here, you'll read things like 75% of movies are 2.35 format (especially most of the big-budget blockbusters), and tons of comments about how happy people are after making the switch to 2.35. I kept my wants at bay telling myself it's gonna be expensive having to buy a video scaler, anamorphic lens, and new screen, but it was useless. Looking through finished theater pics it really seems like 2.35 is getting more and more popular. Where there's a will there's a way, and I discovered I'm able to scale for "free" running movies through my HTPC, and I snagged a great deal on a used anamorphic lens. And finally going with the monoprice screen made the switch much more affordable than I originally thought. (you should have been there when I was explaining this to the wife, after I bought the stuff of course!)

If you're thinking about it, do it! You absolutely won't regret it. It's probably the most effective upgrade one can do to their theater without spending a zillion dollars.
Just look at the animation on this homepage: http://www.panamorph.com/

I'll try to get some pictures up for you comparing the before and after.

All this hand-wringing about which format, when Monoprice has solved this dilemma with their multi-format screens I continue to enjoy mine

I just want their multi-format screen that is 2.35:1 that will mask from the sides to 16:9. Give me that screen and I will buy it blind. Oh! Did I mention, can you make it an electric mask? Please!

I guess it was something like this...........



Seriously thinking about it...........

I hate you!!!!!!!!



Looking forward to look at those pics and thanks a lot for all the information that you shared with us.

Cheers!

Here you go cr136124....


Elite 120" ER120WH1 Sable Fixed Frame:




Monoprice 150" 2.35 white material:





The difference in size for 2.35 movies is like day and night. It is literally an 80% increase. That animation on Panamorph's homepage really says it all.

Just one word:

Impressive!!!!

Thanks for sharing these pics...............man, I'm so close to pull the trigger.............but, I need to make sure there is enough room for the 120" multi-format screen. Do you mind to share with me the actual dimensions of this screen?

Thanks in advance!
Edited by cr136124 - 2/23/13 at 7:07pm

Have you tried any 3d Movies? What projector do you have? The 2:35 screen looks awesome.. I'm thinking of getting the SonyHW50ES and a panamorph cinevista anamorphic screen.. my Kid and wife want the 3D.. just wanted to check before I pull the plug

No, sorry my projector doesn't do 3D. It's not something that appeals to me other than seeing the occasional 3D movie in a commercial theater, but I understand the wife and kids wanting it.
I don't really know much about 3D for the home, but I did a quick search and based on what's written here under "VPL-HW50ES Projector 3D Capabilities" (about 3/4 down the page) it sounds like it would not be able to make a bright enough 3D picture on a 150" screen (don't know if that's the size you were considering or not). Have you looked into other projectors that might shoot a brighter 3D image?

http://www.projectorreviews.com/sony/hw50es/index.php

Based on Zombie's screen he able to see 3D on a 2.4 gain screen vs 1.4 gain.. on the Sony HW50ES.., Also what Anamorphic lens are you using for the 2.35:1 image?

Thanks for the detailed review DL4567. Question on your comment that when assembled, the frame is not flush with the wall. How much space is there? My screen location will be next to the only door in the room, so we will walk past the profile everytime we walk in. How objectionable is the gap?

Thanks.

If you can make it work with a high gain screen, that's great, I'm really glad there's a way. I just don't know enough about 3D to give good advice, so if you've read some specs of a good setup, by all means go for it. My anamorphic lens is a Panamorph UH380.


The gap isn't bad at all, I just mentioned it since I was doing a full comparison between the two screens. I was impressed that the Elite hung tight to the wall with no gap whatsoever, it made for a really clean and neat looking install. The gap on the monoprice is just enough to get your fingers behind it, or about 3/4". It doesn't look bad, and probably no one would notice it since it's usually in shadow. If you think it might bother you, you might consider the Elite screens. The overall depth from the wall to the front of the monoprice frame is 2 1/8".

Monoprice is currently offering 10% off all screens with code SCREEN13. Limit 10 screens per customer however

Thanks for sharing this info! But, the model that I'm planning on buying is out of stock..............arrgghhh!

cr136124, sorry I missed this question earlier. I'm a little confused though, are you looking at buying the 120" multi-format screen? Because that's not what I have, and with that your 2.35 movies would be the same size as on your 16x9 screen now.

No worries. The reason I'm asking is just to see if I'm able to fit a similar screen like yours in my room. You know..............as a plan B (if for some reason I'm not able to buy the multi-format one).

wanted to put up some pics of my recently changed setup. I added an Epson 5020 and went with the monprice multi format 106 inch. I am LOVING my new setup / wanted to share incase it helps anyone else out......

ps - poor quality due to being cell phone pics

Wow, that is a nice ceiling fan.. where did you get it from? Is that a omnimount glass shelf holding up your projector with a glass shelf?

DrZaus,

Thx. Here's a link to the ceiling fan. We actually have the same model in several different rooms of the house.....it's a moden looking fan, but not too modern looking, if you know what I mean.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/202670045?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&keyword=ceiling+fan+hampton&storeId=10051&N=5yc1v&R=202670045#.UTt4Y_PTk98

Also, here's a link to the shelf I purchased to mount the projector on. I'm very pleased with it. Im glad I went with black. A friend of mine has a similar model with clear glass but you can see the dust so easily that he is constantly having to move his projector, clean the shelf , and the put the projector back on. With black the dust is still there of course, but you cant see it when your sitting on the couch/walking around around the room.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DMJ49C/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

p.s - my wife and I watched the new total recall last night.....decent movie, but in terms of picture quality....pure eye candy!!!!

Nice setup..What projector did you have before the 5020? I'm looking at upgrading from my HD20 to the 5020. Also how big of a difrence do the masking bars make with the 5020? I know the black lvls are really nice on the 5020 why I'm asking.. Thanks

Doubtful they licensed it from Grandview. More likely it was conceived and manufactured in China then purchased and badged by both retailers.

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Has anyone truly measured the gain on this screen?

James,

Thank you...compliment appreciated. Before the Epson I had an infocus 777 3 chip DLP. I wanted 1080p though, and color and black levels were acceptable to me, so I pulled the trigger. Im glad I did. I was also able to go to a much larger screen due to the Epson's more versatile throw distance.

Also, I never had any kind of masking before I bought the monoprice screen. The mask make a CONSIDRABLE difference. You are right, black levels are good with the Epson, but with the mask implemented, black levels appear even better.

Question for anyone who owns the multi format screen - can you mask to aspect ratios wider than 2.35? Is there enough leeway to mask Ben Hur for example?

Thanks!

I just finished having some friends over to watch The Hobbit in 3D on my scope/anamorphic lens setup and you seriously won't be disappointed or ever go back to 16:9 - it's phenomenal. Pull the plug, man!

Theoretically, you could add additional clips to catch the masking at different aspects.

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