Hey, if anyone is interested, Woot.com has a 480p projector today for $650 with a 76 inch screen. here is the info on the projector and screen
Features:
* Native Aspect Ratio: 16×9
* Supported Aspect Ratio: 4:3, 16:9
* Brightness: High Bright: 900 Lumens, Whisper: 720 Lumens
* Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 Full On/Full Off
* Display Technology: 0.55” DarkChip2 480p 12° DDR, DLP by Texas Instruments
* Data Compatibility: 640×480, 800×600, 1024×768
* Video Compatibility: Full NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1035i, 1080i, 1080p/24, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 1080p/60
* Color Wheel (DLP Only): 6 segment, 4-speed, D65 (6500K) color calibration
* Native Resolution: 854×480
* Projector Placement: Ceiling Projection, Front Projection, Rear Projection
* SMPTE Brightness: up to 11.5’ (3.5m) wide on a 1.0 gain screen
* Lamp Wattage: Whisper: 160 Watts, High Bright: 200 Watts
* Lamp Life: Whisper: 3000 Hours
* High Bright: 3000 Hours
* Standard Lens Zoom: 1.2 : 1
* Standard Lens Throw Ratio: 1.76:1 – 2.12:1 (Distance/Width)
* Standard Lens Image Offset Ratio: 128%
* Standard Lens Projection Distance: 5 – 20 ft
* Digital Keystone Correction (Vertical): +/- 20°
* Projector Warranty: 1 Year
* Lamp Warranty: 6 months
* Accessories Warranty: 90 Days
* Typical Power Consumption: 250 Watts
* Maximum Power Consumption: 300 Watts
Inputs and Outputs
* DVI: 1
* M1: 1
* HDMI: 1
* Component (RCA): 1
* VESA (HD15): 1
* S-Video: 1
* Composite (RCA): 1
* Standard Definition TV: Inputs: Component RCA, S-Video, Composite RCA
* Enhanced Definition TV: Inputs: HDMI, Component RCA, M1-DA
* High Definition TV: Inputs: HDMI, Component RCA, M1-DA
* Computer: Inputs: M1-DA
* HDCP Support: Yes
* 12v trigger for motorized screens (3.5 mm mini-jack)
Screen Features:
* Screen Size: 76”
* Aspect Ratio: 16:9
* Viewing Area: 37×67 (HxW)
* Casing Color: White
* Gain: 1.0
* Viewing Angle: 50°
* Nylon bearings provide quiet operation
* Easy pull-down system locks at intervals to fit a variety of projection formats
* Viewing Surface: specially formulated 2-ply white vinyl film laminated to fiberglass sheeting and embossed with a suede pattern.
* Uses a unique bullet-lock system with heavy-duty spring
* Can be easily installed on wall or ceiling
* Weight: 12 lbs
Features:
* Native Aspect Ratio: 16×9
* Supported Aspect Ratio: 4:3, 16:9
* Brightness: High Bright: 900 Lumens, Whisper: 720 Lumens
* Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 Full On/Full Off
* Display Technology: 0.55” DarkChip2 480p 12° DDR, DLP by Texas Instruments
* Data Compatibility: 640×480, 800×600, 1024×768
* Video Compatibility: Full NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1035i, 1080i, 1080p/24, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 1080p/60
* Color Wheel (DLP Only): 6 segment, 4-speed, D65 (6500K) color calibration
* Native Resolution: 854×480
* Projector Placement: Ceiling Projection, Front Projection, Rear Projection
* SMPTE Brightness: up to 11.5’ (3.5m) wide on a 1.0 gain screen
* Lamp Wattage: Whisper: 160 Watts, High Bright: 200 Watts
* Lamp Life: Whisper: 3000 Hours
* High Bright: 3000 Hours
* Standard Lens Zoom: 1.2 : 1
* Standard Lens Throw Ratio: 1.76:1 – 2.12:1 (Distance/Width)
* Standard Lens Image Offset Ratio: 128%
* Standard Lens Projection Distance: 5 – 20 ft
* Digital Keystone Correction (Vertical): +/- 20°
* Projector Warranty: 1 Year
* Lamp Warranty: 6 months
* Accessories Warranty: 90 Days
* Typical Power Consumption: 250 Watts
* Maximum Power Consumption: 300 Watts
Inputs and Outputs
* DVI: 1
* M1: 1
* HDMI: 1
* Component (RCA): 1
* VESA (HD15): 1
* S-Video: 1
* Composite (RCA): 1
* Standard Definition TV: Inputs: Component RCA, S-Video, Composite RCA
* Enhanced Definition TV: Inputs: HDMI, Component RCA, M1-DA
* High Definition TV: Inputs: HDMI, Component RCA, M1-DA
* Computer: Inputs: M1-DA
* HDCP Support: Yes
* 12v trigger for motorized screens (3.5 mm mini-jack)
Screen Features:
* Screen Size: 76”
* Aspect Ratio: 16:9
* Viewing Area: 37×67 (HxW)
* Casing Color: White
* Gain: 1.0
* Viewing Angle: 50°
* Nylon bearings provide quiet operation
* Easy pull-down system locks at intervals to fit a variety of projection formats
* Viewing Surface: specially formulated 2-ply white vinyl film laminated to fiberglass sheeting and embossed with a suede pattern.
* Uses a unique bullet-lock system with heavy-duty spring
* Can be easily installed on wall or ceiling
* Weight: 12 lbs
