Video projector or tv?

Jason

Ok here it is im debating on whether to get a projector that will be used as a tv, or a lcd tv. I am willing to spend around $500. Also, with the projector is there a need to buy speakers? After your choice if you can will you make a suggestion of the tv or projector? THX

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I own a projector and these are the facts. If you are buying new do not get a projector because 500 dollars is not enough and you will not be happy. Also keep in mind that the room has to be somewhat dark to see the image. All projectors use a bulb that lasts around 3000 hours and then it needs to be replaced. Mine went out yesterday and will cost 465 dollars to replace.
Projectors only show an image. You usually have to have a digital box from your tv provider to make a connection and will have to have some sort of Stereo system for sound. In order to get a quality projector you need to visit higher end store like ultimate electronics or get one used on Ebay or Craigslist. Take some time and visit the different stores by you. If the store doesn't have it on display for you to see the picture than chances its not what you are looking for.

What is better DLP Projector or LCD TV or Plasma?

Q. I want something big and i mostly play in dark or almost dark. What are the pros and cons of them and which is better for gaming, movies, and tv. But mostly gaming. Thanks!

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Projector are more expensive and the lamps are only rated for 2,000 hours of use, while LCD and Plasma are 60,000 to 100,000 hours. Keep in mind that you also need a video screen for a projector and it can only project a picture and no audio or tv tuner to watch tv. LCD on the other hand have a problem with blur motion when watching fast action sports of playing video games. The faster refresh rate of 120HZ or the 240HZ will bring the price of the tv higher. Depending on the size you are looking to get. LCD can go up to 60" while the Plasma at 65" and projectors up to 130" (depending on the projector). Plasma is still the better buy and you won't have to worry about the blur motion. Recommend you go online to Home Theater Magazine and read the reviews on tvs, along with the pro and con of each technology. You will notice that Panasonic dominates the list with the Plasma tv. In November issue of the magazine it named the Panasonic Plasma tv model VT25 as the best tv for 2010. If you read yahoo questions, you will notice that 95% of tv problems comes from LCD tv and 95% of those are the bargain price tv. Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. Hope this will help you out.

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Projector lights blinking on a Sony projector Tv?

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Swamp Dawg

My Projector TV's screen started blinking the screen on and off a while back. When we opened up the back, the three projector lights that shine onto the screen were blinking on and off. the sound was still there, just no picture. What can I do? I had to move my Bedroom TV into the living room because we couldnt get enough time between blinks to read the guide or see what was going on in whatever we were watching. it'd stop blinking for every once in a while and go a few hours witout blinking but it got to where it wouldnt stop. what is the problem and how can I address it?

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Did some digging and found this. hope it helps!

Unit is dead, No blinks - Problem in the standby power section. Might check fuse, R607, Q601, IC601, R612 and VDR601 (should show open).
Continuous blink once a second, no pausing - No reply from the jungle IC301 (data bus is busy, shorted to ground, or held high), IK video path is defective.
One blink - not used for the self-diagnosis
Two blinks - B+ over current protection (OCP), unit goes to the standby mode then displays the 2 blink fault. Could be a short in the power supply of any of the circuits.
Three blinks - B+ over voltage protection (OVP), unit goes to the standby mode then displays the 3 blink fault. This is also a problem in the power supply circuit, check T603 and R672.
Four blinks - No vertical Deflection (V STOP), Screen goes to a single horizontal line then the video signal muted. Check IC1509, Q1505
Five blinks - AKB circuit (automatic kine bias), the timer/standby indicator blinks for about 30 seconds then goes to the self-diagnosis function. Something is wrong with the video. Check video out, Q705, 732, 761 and other components on the C board, also check Q218, 219, 220 on the A board. In addition, unit could be in IK blanking, try turning up screen slightly.
Six blinks - No Horizontal (H STOP), no raster, goes to the blinking self-diagnosis function immediately. Check C515 & 516 and the jungle IC, IC206.
Seven blinks - High voltage shutdown. The high voltage has exceeded 33k and the unit goes immediately into safety shutdown. Check power supply regulation and horizontal circuits.
Eight blinks - Problem with the audio (AUDIO), unit goes to standby and blinks the self-diagnosis code. Check IC406 audio amp, PS401, and 402. On some projection models of Sony TV sets, this code means that T8005 (flyback transformer), or the associative components in the high voltage circuits are defective on the D board.

Nine blinks - Replace D 6116 and D 6301 on the "G" board, do not resolder as this will fix the problem temporary. Or Panel Module Error or Thermal Error. If it is intermittent 9 blinks, meaning sometimes the TV comes on and other times you get flashing, then change the switching regulator on the "G" board or check connections. Make sure the regulator is -12 or -13 (negitive).
Ten blinks - Check Q8014 and Q8013 for shorts, leakage, or bad solder connections on the " D" board. If the transistors are bad, check R8051 and IC8005, also on the "D" board.

how do i align colors on a projector tv?

Jeremy

can someone help out give more info its a hitachi tv

I have a rca rear projector tv, on the left hand side the blue drops down and on the right hand side of the screen the red color goes up, i have done the align of the colors on the tv menu and still no luck. how do i align the colors right. i need help please.

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if the colors move with the customer adjustments you have tried then you will need a tech to go into the service menu to align the set.if the adjustments do not work properly then you have a problem in the convergence circuits and will need a tech to repair the set.

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