November 21, 2004

Here is another list of used projectors for sale. As always, al prices are in US dollars. If you want off this list, please shoot me back a quick email and I'll take you off right away.

I’ve got lots of new items on this list, info on the Lumagen HDP processor (YES, FINALLY SHIPPING, and CANADA HAS STOCK!)

Note that all projectors that have wireless remote capability now come with the new style One For All 8 in 1 universal remote control. This replaces the older style 5 in 1 universal remote that I was shipping in the past. A nice RED backlit remote, it will match your BMW dashboard.. Note that the NEC projectors will still come with the original NEC set up remote, mandatory for converging and setting up the unit.

Also note that I’ve just purchased a CA-1 colorimeter this weekend. I should have it within a week. Have gear, will travel..

Onto the list!

1- GE Imager/Panasonic PT-101Y projector. This is a good entry level projector that will take a video or S-signal. 600 lumens from 7” tubes, this is a low hour set. Analog convergence, small and quiet, with only one fan in it. I’ve sold of these, this is the last unit that I have. Simple to set up, reliable, a good unit for the kids to play video games on. On eBay here:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733747063&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$400.00

2- Zenith PRO 851’s. Sports bars, take note! These are video only convection cooled sets that are superb for smoking environment sports bars, or even if they’re not smoking.. I’ve installed 100’s of these into sports bars over the years, and dozens more into home theaters. 600 lumens (750 if you believe the Runco specs), analog convergence, and modular. All have the new style focus block installed, a common problem on the original units. Very reliable, a great picture, also marketed under the Runco 750 model and the GE Imager, and the Knoll HT-3, and…. These were made for lots of companies. I’ve got two here in good shape, tubes are excellent, and will last 8000 hours +. I’ve got about 6 more here that do need tubes.

$1000.00- good used tube sets.

$1500.00- fully retubed.

1- Sony 1030. One left! A great little starter projector that will scan to 32 Khz, good for line doublers and HDTV. Also accepts a video input. Analog convergence. Small size, good condition tubes. Great as a starter projector or for the kids video games so that Dad's main projector isn't used. The tubes are in great shape, you’ll get 8000 + hours out of the tubes. Great for bars that still have a smoking environment, unlike digital projectors, I haven’t seen nicotine affect the reliability of these units.

$500.00

4- Ampro 2000's.I’ve got four more of these here, these ones have low hours on them. The unit is only 10" tall, great for those low ceilings. 600 or 750 lumens depending on which tubes are installed (SD-187 tubes on the older units, 07MS tubes on the newer ones), 80 Khz scan rate allow the projector to accept up to line quadruplers or 1280 X 1024 (but these 7" tubes run best with line triplers or 1024 X 768). Quiet operation, modular construction. Video, S-video and RGB inputs. Digital convergence, full manual included. Intuitive set up and a well written manual make these great as a first projector. Both have the later model 07MS tubes in them, the one here on eBay has only 480 hours on it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733743924&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

One more Ampro is in similar shape with low hours, the newer tubes. Same price:.

$650.00 each

2- Ampro 2000. The SD-187 tubes with 600 lumens light output. Low hour chassis. Great picture.

$575.00 each

2- Electrohome ECP 4100. These are great little 7” sets. 600 or 750 lumens depending on which Sony tubes are installed, I’ve got one of each right now. 80 Khz scan rate let these lock onto past a line quadrupled signal. Digital convergence, on screen menus, modular construction. Stock with two RGB inputs, switchable via remote controls, a video and S-video card is optional. One unit comes with the 600 lumen tubes, and the ACON auto convergence, the other set comes with the high light output 750 lumen tubes. You’ll get 8500 hours + out of both sets of tubes.

$800.00 USD each

5- Barco Graphics 800. I’ve got 10 of these in, I’ve gone through 6 of them. One needed all new tubes, and is sold, but the others are low hour units (3600 to 6000, that’s low hours for BArco 800’s) The actual ‘on’ time of the tubes is a lot lower than even the 3600 hour count, as the tubes are in excellent shape. You’ll get 8500 hours + out of these. . 92 Khz makes this set good for well past 1080p or line quadrupling. . 825 lumens out of 8” Sony tubes. With the low hour count, the ES focus tubes are still very sharp, and you can still see scanning lines at line doubling across the room. Video, S-video and RGB inputs. Digital convergence, very easy to set up, I’ve sold 100’s of these over the years with very few issues. The cases on these units are extra nice as well. I’ve done all of the standard modifications to these to improve long term reliability. On ebay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733745922&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$850.00

Barco 701/701s projectors. If you’re looking for a bright (1000 lumen) small and quiet projector that is easy to set up, this is it. These are very small units (approx 28” X 24” X 13”), and are currently also being made for Runco under the DTV 947 and similar models. Currently also under the Barco line as the Cine 7 model. These sets started with the Barco 701 projector that used 650 lumen Sony tubes. They then came out with the 701s that bumped the brightness up to 1000 lumens and used Toshiba tubes. Two models of each were released, the Vision that scanned to 36 Khz (good for line doubling and HDTV), and the Data model that scanned to 50Khz (good for up to line tripling). All models have video. S-video, RGB and COMPONENT inputs, digital convergence, on screen menus and are very easy to set up. I’ve got 4 units in stock right now. Two are ready to go, the other two are waiting for parts.

2- Barco Vision 701s. higher lumens, tubes in good shape. Slight 16:9 wear pattern but very light, you won’t see if if you’re using a 16:9 aspect ratio. On eBay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733746553&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$1500.00

1 NEC 6 PG projector. A step up from these electrostatic focusing sets listed above, this is an EM focus sets that scan to 60 Khz. 800 lumens from 7 1/2" tubes, these sets are equipped with an RGB input. . No wear on these tubes, the green is new and the R and B are in great shape. You’ll get 9500 hours + out of these tubes. . Many of you know that NEC's are my personal favourite projector for fleshtones. c/w wireless remote. Perfect for use with a computer or a line doubler/ tripler.

$1600.00

2- NEC PG Xtra projectors. One slight step down from the NEC XG series and a step up from the plain PG series, these sets put out 1000 lumens. A small chassis with RGB inputs (optional video and S-video inputs are also available on the 9 PG Xtra), these sets are best suited for use with a line doubler or tripler. I’ve got about 12 of these sets in stock. All need two tubes installed, and a couple need all three. I’ll probably part out the ones that need three tubes, but that still leaves 8 available sets. You’ll get 10,000 hours + out of sets with new G and B tubes, the green tubes are installed in two of these, with the blues being here within the week. These sets give a very punchy picture with super nice fleshtones.

6 Pg Xtra- 64 Khz scan rate $2400.00

9 PG Xtra- 92 Khz scan rate, optional video and S-video board and point convergence board installed $2800.00

I’ve gone through a number of my Barco 808 projectors, and here’s what I have:

2- Barco Data 808s

2- Barco Graphics 808

3- Barco Graphics 808s

As mentioned in my “CRT projector tome”, the basic performance of the BD 808, BD 808s and BG 808 are about the same, as all use 8” MEC tubes. The BG 808s uses non rebuildable Sony tubes, so unless these BG 808s sets come in with very good condition tubes, I scrap the sets. Right now, the Sony tubes for the BG 808s sets are $1300.00 USD each, but rumor has it that VDC will be rebuilding these sometime in 2005. All of these sets are 8” EM focus sets, 1200 lumens, have digital convergence, on screen menus, wireless remotes, and are very easy to set up. I do the power supply modifications, and I’ve had great success shipping these all over the world. 75 Khz scan rate out of the Data models, 110 Khz out of the Graphics ones.

The ‘s’ models come with the IRIS auto convergence camera, along with a 480p compatible component input.

The two BD 808s sets that I currently have are low hour units (<4500), and have minor wear on the green tube only. I’ve sold several of these at $2300.00 with the original tubes, or will install and calibrate a new green tube for $600.00 USD more (my cost). Save money and use the sets as is for now, and install a green tube down the road, or I’ll do it now for perfection.

2- BG 808- Both of these sets have new G and B tubes installed, no wear on the original red tubes. $3200.00 each

3- BG 808s. Two of these are high hour models, and will need the G and B tubes replaced. I’ll sell these whole at $1000.00 each, and that will be a real bargain if VDC does start retubing these Sony tubes, or use for parts to keep other sets going. If they don’t sell at $1000.00 each, I’ll part these out.

One of these sets has <6000 hours on it, and has light wear on the G and B tubes, say about 3000 hours worth of ‘on’ time. Very usable as is.

$1800.00.

1- Barco 1208/2. These sets are a step up from the 808 spec-wise, but I’ve never seen a big difference between the two. You’ll get 7000 hours + out of these sets. Light wear on the green tube only. The R and B are in great shape. The 1208 scans to 135 Khz, and has a similar set up structure to the 808 with additional astigmatism controls in the set up menu. Same basic other specs as the 808. It’s on ebay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733745243&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$2900.00 with original green tube.

As with the 808 units above, I’ll install a new green tube for an extra $600.00

1- Marquee 8110. This set is similar to the Barco 808 above. 110 Khz scan rate, This set has a new G and B tube installed, so you’ll get 10,000 hours + out of this set. It has video, S-video and RGB inputs. 1200 lumens from 8” MEC tubes, you’ll get 8000 hours + out of them. Very easy set up, similar to the Barco. A little taller but less long than the Barco, the performance is the same. I’ve got lots more Marquees in stock, I’ve ordered tubes for the rest. The anamorphic squeeze mod and the power supply mods are done, as they are to all of the Marquees that I sell.

$3000.00

NEC XG projectors. Once again I have a number of XG projectors in stock, and a couple more to come in shortly. All NEC XG projectors are true 1200 lumen 8” EM focus sets. Digital convergence, on screen menus, video, S-video and RGB inputs are stock, the component option is available on the NEC XG 852 models. 100 point convergence allows for super accurate convergence. The NEc has more control over the picture than other 8” sets, making a full set up a bit daunting, but when it’s complete, you’ll find it’s well worth the effort. Smaller than most competing 8” sets, they’ve been very reliable, and I’ve sold lots. Note to overseas customers on 220 volts. The basic XG’s are 110V only, but I’ve found some hard to find 220V supplies that I’ll install for an extra $100.00. (Sorry, I can’t sell these separately) Here are the details:

2- NEc XG 852. c/w optional ACAT auto convergence, simplifying the set up. Component signal compatible Two of these sets have new G and B tubes installed, one has a new green and the blue has VERY light wear on it, good for another 8500 hours or so.

1- new green tube only $2900.00

2- new B and G tubes, on eBay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733747779&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW $3500.00 each

1- NEC XG 110. Similar to the above units, these models do not have component input, but scan to 110 Khz. One of these sets belongs to a customer of mine, 1635 hours only on the chassis, good for another 8500 hours. Very light G wear, none on the R and B. Case in minty shape, c/w original manual, wireless remote and road case. On eBay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733747417&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$3200.00

The second XG 110 has a new green tube installed with excellent R and B tubes. $3500.00

2- Electrohome Marquee 9000LC. I have one more of these sets in from the same place that I got the previous ones from. 1200 lumens from 9" EM focus tubes, 110 Khz scan rate, video. S-video and RGB inputs. I’ve done the standard mods to the set, but have also upgraded the video chain to newer revision video input and output boards, so for all intents and purposes, this set is now a 9500LC. Excellent resolutions, an easy and comprehensive set up with very intuitive menus. Very light wear on the green, barely noticeable on the screen, these tubes will last at least 8000 hours. c/w wireless remote.On eBay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5730447124&rd=1

$6000.00 USD.

The second 9000LC that I have in stock has a new green tube on order, and has no R and B wear. The tube will be here in a week or so. $7000.00.

1- Electrohome 9500LC. This is the flagship of the Marquee line, with the same specs as the 9000LC above. This one was made in 1997, and the 9500LC is still being made today. This set has all original tubes with no wear. Excellent condition overall, it’s on eBay here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32862&item=5733746985&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

$7500.00

Miscellaneous

Sony 1270 switchers- I’ve got about 5 of these switchers here. 8 inputs, modular construction so that you can add extra input modules at will. I’ll sell the bare switchers at $50.00 each with no input cards. I’ve got rack ears for some at no extra charge.

IFB-10 RGB input boards for the Sony projectors and the above switchers $60.00 each

IFB 11 RGB inputs boards $75.00 each

Video/S-video input boards $50.00 each

IFB 12 component cards $175.00 each

1- 25’ RGBHV BNC to BNC cable. Virtually new, this cable was $285.00 new $125.00

4- assorted 10-15’ surplus RGBS cables, BNC to BNC $1.00 per foot

LUMAGEN

Yes, it’s true, the Lumagen HDP units are FINALLY shipping, and Canada has some stock currently. I am selling these at 10% off the US list price (with the US pricing converted to CDN at the current exchange rate for my Canadian customers). I strongly recommend the $100.00 US upgrade for any Lumagens that have a BNC connector output option (such as the HDP), a BNC connector is a MUCH better connector than the dinky SVGA connectors. See www.lumagen.com for the specs and US list pricing.

I just got two HDP’s in on Friday, and while they are sold, I’ll be sure to play around with them before I install them.

WEBSITE

While other than changing the projector lists, nothing has changed at www.curtpalme.com. Rest assured that BIG changes are coming very very soon. Keep checking, I’m currently laying out how the site will look, and what content it will have. I will be concentrating on service issues, how to diagnose defective sets, etc. I’m also currently working on a simplified white balance setup for NEC PG and PG Xtra projectors, something that is badly needed.

Upcoming:

. Below is what is coming in.

8- Barco 1208

3 BArco 800

1- Barco 801

1- NEC XG 135

1- NEC XG 110

4- Ampro/VDC 3400- very late model- 1998-1999 vintage

3- Ampro 3600

3- Ampro 4600- blue tube is in for one of these now, to be installed this week.

10- assorted Marquee 8XXX series

2- Electrohome ECP 4XXX

1- Sony 1270

5- Barco G 808/808s

Thanks for the support!

Curt Palme
Sound Solutions Inc
# 344-19567 Fraser Hwy.
Surrey, B.C.
V3S 9A4
(604) 514-1751
(604) 514-8934 (fax)