DLP's

[DustysA4]

Is there some big issue with DLP televisions that I didn't hear about. Seems like about a year ago the stores were packed with them and lately I have only been seeing one or two in the corner on clearance usually. Mom is looking for a big, cheap television and I figured DLP, but not if there is some problem I'm missing. P.S. - This new layout is the suk. We fear change.

[Reggie]

Check out the other forums is you like kawf PM me if you want

As to dlps it is just the amount of people who want a thin flat wall mountable tv

I have avoided dlps because of the mechanical color wheels - and my lack of faith in the reliability of them. But I love rear projection tvs.

If cost is a issue look in your local Craigs list for used Sony SXRDs

[swhite63]

If you don't mind the thickness, and the narrower viewing angle, DLP's can be a great choice. I was determined to by an LCD last year, but when I saw a 61" Samsung DLP with a BluRay movie on, I bought it. I have it in a corner, so it's hard to tell that it's 15" thick, and when you are seated directly in front of it with a HD program or BluRay movie on, it is amazing. The newer Samsungs (I have the A750 series) have an LED engine, not a color wheel, so they don't have to be replaced like the traditional DLP's, and the expected lifetime is as long as an LCD or plasma. I hope this helps, good luck with your purchase decision. Steve

Originally Posted by DustysA4

Is there some big issue with DLP televisions that I didn't hear about. Seems like about a year ago the stores were packed with them and lately I have only been seeing one or two in the corner on clearance usually.

Mom is looking for a big, cheap television and I figured DLP, but not if there is some problem I'm missing.

P.S. - This new layout is the suk. We fear change.

[Reggie]

Many LCDs have worse viewing angles - best is Plasmas
My RPTV SXRD has great viewing angle