Front Projector Choice...

I have a marantz VP-12s2 which is a bit out of your price range....but I've seen some great deals on the s1 and s2 since the s3 came out. It's an excellent projector.

harry

Consider your room size, planned screen width(diagonal) and seating distance from the screen. Generally I believe the minimum seating distance from your screen is about 1.5x the diagonal screen width. Most people seem to think 1.7 is better, and even further back is good, too. If your distance is too close you may not enjoy it just like sitting roo close to a regular tv. Also get one of the DVI DVD players that can upscale the picture. Also consider the cost of a screen - if you like DIY you can order screen material and make your own frame and save$$$. I went front projector over big screen tv and have never looked back. Just wish I'd gotten into it sooner.

I'm in Cytocycle's camp on this one. Eandylee, I was where you are about a month ago. I was sold on the 7200, until
I heard how much quieter the BenQ 8700+ was. The picture
was as good but less bright. I actually preferred the Benq's picture. I was sold on the BenQ 8700+ until I had a chance to view the Optoma H77. The H77 will cost abit more
(contact Ralph at Pollision) but my thinking was not too
buy down and always be thinking about the H77. It's very
quiet, V&H lens shift, and has remote control focus and
zoom and a stunning picture. With the H77, I never think
about BenQ or Infocus. And should be happy for a long time.
Good luck, deciding on a projector is a process. Think long
term.