Well, in case anyone is still checking this thread, I'll report in: Simply put, F'n love'n the projector. I'm guessing there is minimal difference between the big hitters in this low price range, but damn the size and clarity is impressive. The picture is so clear, even at 118" from 15 ft, that I was able to move the sitting position closer and make some room for a second row when crowds show up.

Hoping to get some color tweaking and saving done this weekend, but Normal is damn fine for sports, and Cinema 1, (created by some Hollywood guru) is very good for softer film-like images. Cinema 3 is actually a tad better for that razor sharp HD feel.

Anyway, looks great, sounds better without the TV and stand in the room, and so far no problems with the screen or the PJ. Next I paint the walls red all the way up, and the ceiling a 50% red. Then we sell tickets!

Panny 3000 PJ, 118" Carada, Denon 3300, PS3, Axiom QS8, PSB 5T, B&W sub, levitating speaker wire