The only thing to worry about is the reliability of the new technology. I believe, so far, it's just Texas Instrument who is building the DLP chip. If you ever get to see the chip, it is truly amazing. The chip has a mirror surface of approximately one square inch. The mirror surface is made up of over one million mirrors (can't help thinking of Dr. Evil everytime I say "one million .....). The DLP certainly has its advantages over the CRT right now and when the technology matures. I would just worry about its reliability for if I spend over $10,000 on a TV, I don't want the tech over my house every couple of months. Also, make sure you look at both HD and other sources such as Direct TV, DVD or cable on both the DLP and CRT before committing to it for it is a big purchase. Hope you are not more confused by this.
DLP Rear Projection HDTV ???
I had the opportunity yesterday to view the new Mitsubishi HDTV rear projection unit with the built-in DLP chip. The picture quality was AMAZING. Unfortunately, so was the price - $15,000.00. I have been planning (until yesterday) to purchase either the Mit. WS-73907 or the Pioneer Elite PRO-710 this month. However, both of these fine units looked like garbage next to the new DLP Mitsubishi. The sharpness and detail of this new unit puts it in a class by itself (the only negitive thing, besides the price, is that black is not as dark as it should be - it has hints of grey in it). Does anyone know if and when the chip will find its way to other models and manufacturers? When that happens, the prices should become more "realistic" for many of us. Any info you may have on the subject would be welcomed. Thanks! Ken
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