Opinions Plz - Screen and PJ options

I've been roaming these sites for months and months now... I'm done with my 96" wide oak screen frame. Now the two biggest questions that need addressed:


1. Do I get a Sony HS51 or Panasonic AE700U?


2. Do I paint blackout cloth? do I buy a Dazian 1.3 gain screen? something else?


I will have a semi-dedicated theater room, with bar and gameroom attached. Uses will consist mostly of DVDs, HDTV, and Sports.


Please help lead the blind!