TV or Projector for Your Media Room? Here's What You Need to Know
- Richard Machemehl
- Apr 21
- 3 min read
When designing your dream media room, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to go with a large-format TV, a projector and screen, or now—an emerging third option: panelized displays. Each type of display has its strengths, and the right choice depends on your space, lighting, and viewing priorities.
At Executive Technology Group, we've helped clients throughout the Greater Houston area make smart decisions about their media rooms for over 20 years. Here’s a breakdown of each display type—and how ETG ensures a professional, high-end installation every time.
Projector & Screen: The Ultimate Theater Experience
If you're looking to replicate the immersive experience of a movie theater, projectors still reign supreme. With a projector, you can go as large as your room allows—120", 150", or more.
At ETG, we specialize in high-end JVC Pro laser projectors, which use D-ILA technology and laser light engines for stunning 4K (and even 8K) resolution. These models offer:
Ultra-high contrast and deep blacks
Greater brightness consistency
Smooth motion handling
Wide color gamut for vivid, lifelike images
Laser projectors also offer longer lifespan and quicker startup times than traditional lamp-based models. Pair them with an acoustically transparent screen, and we can place the front speakers behind the image—just like in commercial theaters—so voices sound like they’re coming right from the actors’ mouths.
Best For:
Dedicated theater rooms
Maximum screen size
Hidden speaker setups
Large-Format TVs: Bright, Simple, and Now Bigger Than Ever
TVs have become a serious contender for media rooms, especially with major brands like Samsung and Sony now offering 100-inch models at increasingly competitive prices.
Today’s TVs use OLED, QLED, and Mini-LED technology, offering:
Brilliant brightness for daylight viewing
Deep blacks and rich contrast
Support for HDR10, Dolby Vision, and full DCI-P3 color spectrum
Incredible sharpness with 4K and 8K options
If your media room isn’t fully dark or you prefer a simpler setup, a large-format TV can be a fantastic solution.
Things to keep in mind:
You’ll see the front speakers unless you recess or conceal them
Moving a 100-inch TV upstairs or into tight spaces can be difficult—and the screen itself can be delicate once removed from the box. ETG has the right tools and experience to handle delivery and installation safely.
Best For:
Bright or multi-use rooms
Plug-and-play convenience
Clients who want brightness and clarity without projection
Panelized Displays: The Best of Both Worlds (At a Premium)
For the ultimate large-format experience with the brightness of a TV and the flexibility of a projector, panelized displays are an exciting third option. These modular systems use tiled panels that connect seamlessly to form one massive screen—going as large as you want with no projection needed.
Because these displays emit their own light, they perform exceptionally well in bright environments, delivering:
Commercial-grade brightness
Seamless ultra-large visuals
Excellent durability and color consistency
While these systems can be a significant investment, they’re an unbeatable solution when size and brightness are critical—especially in retail spaces, restaurants, training rooms, and conference centers.
Best For:
Bright commercial or public environments
Large-scale home installations where cost is not the limiting factor
Video walls, digital signage, and statement displays
Which One Is Right for You?
From ultra-bright TVs and cinema-style projectors to cutting-edge panelized displays, there’s no shortage of ways to bring your media room or commercial space to life. But choosing the right display is only part of the equation—it’s just as important to install it correctly.
That’s where Executive Technology Group comes in.
With more than 20 years of experience in high-end AV and smart home integration, we’ve seen every layout, lighting challenge, and budget. We don’t push one product—we recommend the right solution for your space and make sure it’s installed and calibrated to perfection.
Ready to build your dream media room or commercial AV setup?
Let’s talk. We’ll help you get it right the first time.
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