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I’m also considering the projector route w/upconverting DVD player. What were your model numbers? Any recommendations on where to purchase? How did you mount the projector (hang from ceiling, etc)? My room is 19’ x 13’ so thinking a 100” diag. permanently mounted screen about right size. Been touring model homes in the area and looking at their media rooms for pros and cons.

i spent time at various sights, www.projectorcentral.com is an excellent source for projector and screen reviews. After a lot of reading, I chose the Panasonic AE900U (720p). I believe they have a new 720p projector. I chose the oppo 971H upconverting DVD player. I chose it because it has the highly rated Faroudja DCDi chip. www.oppodigital.com I viewed a movie on a non upconverting player and the difference with the oppo is amazing.

I replaced all my cable with Belden 1694A and used canare connectors. I purchased my HDMI cables from www.bluejeanscable.com They are a little more expensive than the low-end cables. I chose them for the quality build and the tight fitting connectors. I definitely recommend the AVIA DVD to help set the color levels for your screen.

After reading on various forums I decided to go with a 4:3 screen 87x166. It allows me to see old movies and 2.35 in a enjoyable size. I build a simple framing system that allows me to quickly and easily adjust the bottom border panel (about 12"x120" vertically) using velcro strips. We when start an HD movie we pause it and then move the panel and press it against the velcro- right at the bottom portion of the image. I also have side curtains for 4:3 borders. I added each item over time to see the difference and it all adds to the enjoyment. It adds a lot to surround the screen with black velvet material. It definitely helps set off the image. I almost purchased an HD format screen, but it would limit the size of old 4:3 movies. www.audioholics.com is another excellent site for information and reviews.

projectorcental.com was the site that helped me decide upon the Panasonic. The best price I found was at newegg.com I got it with a $300 rebate and Blockbuster rental card, for 40 movie rentals.

The image is outstanding. The HD channels are amazingly clear and vivid. If you truly love movies, a projector is the way to immerse yourself in the movie experience. The only problem is all your friends and neighbors always want to visit and "see what's on." lol.I would write more but I need to get up early. Hope this helps. If you spend time researching you can easily put together a nice Home Theater system for a few grand.

I just read what I wrote. We have an 87x116” screen (not 87x166-lol). I mounted my projector to be at the center point of the screen, vertically and horizontally. It sits back 26ft from the screen.