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Old March 19th, 2006, 01:54 PM   #1
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Projector as a Studio monitor ?

I'm looking at the possibility to use a Optoma H79 (or similar) projector to use it as 2nd monitor. I already use Panasonic HVX-200 cam and plan to use (of course) his HD possibilities..

Suggestion, comments, recommendations ?

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Old March 19th, 2006, 06:00 PM   #2
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just look at the life of the lamp and its price.....
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Old March 19th, 2006, 06:42 PM   #3
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Yes, but i don't think it could be a problem.
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Old March 20th, 2006, 01:07 AM   #4
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I also consider the Sanyo PLV-Z4
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Old March 20th, 2006, 09:27 PM   #5
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I just purchased the Panasonic A900 HD projector and the things is GREAT...in dark rooms. Seriously, the HD picture (I shoot on an H1) is amazing and it can put up a pretty huge picture. However, I would never use it for color correcting or anything like that...viewing and really wowing your client only...

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Old March 27th, 2006, 12:49 PM   #6
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I've been battling weather to get a Panasonic 1024x768 projector or a similar 37-50" plasma for viewing. My editing room will be a challenge to rid the light in summertime, but it would seem spectacular to have a 92" hi-def image, and keep my 14"JVC monitor for CC. Decisions, decisions!
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Old March 27th, 2006, 01:40 PM   #7
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DEFINITELY go with the Plasma or LCD, in that case. Light is still the big-time enemy of proectors. There is a world of difference between watching my screen in the day and night...I would not want to edit with a projector with any light in the room. Don't believe all the 5000 to 1 ratio stuff...it's still not great in a room with lights or any sun coming in.

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Old August 4th, 2006, 08:35 PM   #8
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finally, i might consider Plasma or LCD (30"-42") before using projector..

Any recommendations ?


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