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Whether you moved into a new apartment or simply happen be looking to replace your old television — you might be shopping for a big screen. If you can hold off on your purchase until after Superbowl Sunday, be prepared to save some bank. The steepest and most consistent discounts always appear in February. But if there is some immediacy to your purchase, then be sure to learn the big-screen basics before taking the plunge.
DLP (Digital Light Projection) Televisions
Technology found in televisions and projectors alike, DLP offers large screens and high resolutions at a low price. DLP technology uses microscopic mirrors on its chip to reflect light through the lens and onto the screen. The results are high definition images with resolutions running up to 1080p (meaning a vertical resolution of 1,080 pixels in progressive scan mode).
Pros:
- Cheaper than equal sized LCD and Plasma displays
- No screen burn in generally associated with traditional projectors
- Lightweight for its size, compared to tube televisions
Cons:
- Not a flat-panel device, cannot be wall mounted (practically at least)
- It's a projector, so its lamp will need to be replaced from time to time
- You can hear it working, albeit faintly
Recommended Model under $2000
- Mitsubishi 52" DLP Projection HDTV 1080p (WD-52631) can be found for around $1,800
