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Is 11' distance from projector screen too close?

I have a room that is 11' 6" wall to wall and I wondered if anyone knew whether that was too short of a viewing distance to use a projector?

I was hoping I could use a smaller screen, say 90" and it wouldn't be too large or overpowering for the short viewing distance.

If anyone has knowledge about viewing distances using a projector or personal experience concerning this dilemma, please respond.

Thank You
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gmood1
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"Between Sony Panasonic, Epson and Mitsubishi I see no reason to look at the Runco type overpriced models".

When is the last time you saw a Runco? I just viewed an LED model over the weekend. None of the manufactures you have listed come remotely close to the image the Runco throws.

I do like the Sonys though. If spending over $2300, a JVC RS10 or HD250 is the best option.
gmood1
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I agree the Runco gear is expensive and definitely above my budget.But I also won't pretend that it isn't superior either.The Runco Q750i LED Projector I viewed last weekend is well above the classes of the units you mention in price and picture quality. No videophile would place them even close either.The depth and black levels of the image is intense on one of these.Plus no bulbs to change.

Right now the JVCs and the Sony HW20 or VWPro1 are the best under $3000 new period! For just a hair over $3000 you can pick up a JVC RS40 3D new in the box. The poor little Panasonic has a on and off contrast well below that of the Sony or JVC and less than half the brightness at D65 calibrated. Again if you think any of the other units will compare..you're fooling yourself.

The Panasonic was considered the best under $2000. After the release of the Epson 8700 that no longer holds true. The Epson 8700 can be had for under 2 grand these days because JVC has pushed them out of the $2000 to $3000 range. It is the black level champion in this price range now.
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