Wow curegeorg, you answered my question. Now I'm left wondering what to do. Especially with the monitor issue. Maybe I need to reconsider front projection. I haven't really looked into it b/c I have very limited space between the front and back of the home theater(11') and obviously I have to have seating and possibly a coffee table. So what can you suggest for under $4K for a front projection that would work well with that kind of space. And is front projection good for regular TV? If not, how about HDTV?

None of this is set in stone. I won't be moving until August/September so I think I will have a chance to get the next generation stuff and maybe some of the issues you have mentioned will be addressed. If I did go DLP is any brand that you would suggest?

Thanks again for all the info. Just need to digest it now!