Buying a projection TV can be a big step in enhancing your home theater system. These TVs are different than others because they have an actual projection mechanism instead of a tube inside. The following steps can guide you in find the right projection TV for you.
Instructions
1. Measure the area where you intend to put the TV to know the maximum amount of space you have to fit a TV.
2. Decide whether you are looking for a front or rear projection TV. The difference is great, because with front projection you need a separate screen, but rear projection is all in one.
3. Consider image size. When buying a projector, the manufacturer will note the maximum image size, usually 200 or 300 inches (these levels are achieved by moving the projector further away from the screen). "Consumer Reports" magazine tests show that about 110 inches tends to be the "sweet spot" for viewing.
4. Know what devices you would like to hook into your projector. If you plan on using a DVD player, VCR, cable/satellite box or anything else with your projector, be sure you buy one that has these capabilities.
5. Educate yourself about the differences of LCD and DLP players. Commonly, LCD players are better in reproducing true black, but models vary. DLP, on the other hand, can give a rainbow effect (which happens mostly when eyes are moved across bright objects on the screen) on both front and rear projection TVs. Both, however, have many great qualities.
6. Consider your budget. A projection television is an expensive piece of equipment that requires several different parts including a projector, a screen, speakers, TV tuner, DVD player, satellite/cable box and more, none of which come in a whole package. Make sure you can afford everything you'll need.
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