Hi,
I installed an Epson 8700UB on a friend a few weekends ago. I was really impressed with the quality of the picture. I own a Panasonic AE 2000 and the Epson is better.

In the US the Epson 8700UB is not expensive, my friend bought his from Visual Apex for 1999.00 free shipping, free replacement lamp and $100.00 mail-in rebate.

i have not seen the JVC but JVC projectors always receive great reviews.

jc