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I was all set to install a Seleco SIM2 HT200 DLP projector in my home -- then I read about all the complaints of really bad rainbowing effects with it. I'm rethinking my approach, and I could really use your help!
Background: I have to mount this projector on the back wall of my living room, 18 feet from the 85'x48' screen. I'm mostly be using it for NTSC television and S-Video connections from video games, with occasional DVD movie watching. I've wired up the projector location with an S-Video connection, nothing more.
I've decided to avoid the expense of wiring for a component connection at this time, and I'm not interested in HDTV compatibility at this point -- a lot can change by the time when HDTV is in widespread use, and most likely I'll take advantage of the opportunity to upgrade a lot more than just my projector when that time comes.
(1) I've never actually seen a DLP projector in operation (no dealer I've contacted has one), so I have no idea how bad the rainbowing problem is. I live in Orlando, Florida. Does anyone know of a dealer or a homeowner in this area who has one and wouldn't mind showing it off?
(2) What new DLP projectors are coming out soon in the sub-$10,000 price range which might offer good quality and less rainbows?
(3) Given that my requirements right now are fairly meager, are there other good-quality projectors for much less price I should consider? I want a good, bright, colorful image, but I've been living with a 35" TV set for years and just about anything will be an upgrade from that! I know Seleco is offering a HT200DM model which further reduces (but still doesn't eliminate) rainbows, but that jumps the price from $8,000 to $11,000 and I probably won't make use of its additional features.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated; thank you very much!
Background: I have to mount this projector on the back wall of my living room, 18 feet from the 85'x48' screen. I'm mostly be using it for NTSC television and S-Video connections from video games, with occasional DVD movie watching. I've wired up the projector location with an S-Video connection, nothing more.
I've decided to avoid the expense of wiring for a component connection at this time, and I'm not interested in HDTV compatibility at this point -- a lot can change by the time when HDTV is in widespread use, and most likely I'll take advantage of the opportunity to upgrade a lot more than just my projector when that time comes.
(1) I've never actually seen a DLP projector in operation (no dealer I've contacted has one), so I have no idea how bad the rainbowing problem is. I live in Orlando, Florida. Does anyone know of a dealer or a homeowner in this area who has one and wouldn't mind showing it off?
(2) What new DLP projectors are coming out soon in the sub-$10,000 price range which might offer good quality and less rainbows?
(3) Given that my requirements right now are fairly meager, are there other good-quality projectors for much less price I should consider? I want a good, bright, colorful image, but I've been living with a 35" TV set for years and just about anything will be an upgrade from that! I know Seleco is offering a HT200DM model which further reduces (but still doesn't eliminate) rainbows, but that jumps the price from $8,000 to $11,000 and I probably won't make use of its additional features.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated; thank you very much!