Hi Def Tv

awpitt

awpitt

Main Streeter
I’ve been looking into get one of those big screen high definition TV that are being advertised so much. I realize there are currently a limited number of channels that are broadcast in HI DEF but I’m going for the larger screen so as long as I’m going to do that, I might as well get the HI DEF so at least I’ll be ready as more HI DEF channels are offered.

I’m debating between LCD and plasma. Should I also consider the projection types? I’m nervous about getting plasma because of how easily they can be damaged from tilting plus they seem to run hot. LCDs are hard to come by over 40 – 46in range. What’s better, LCD or plasma? Also, what’s the difference between 1080p and 720p besides the price? I was hoping to get feedback from those of you who have already made the big purchase.

Thanks
 
JOKER

JOKER

Great Mills Rd
I looked at all the big screens for about a year in the stores, researched them online and talked to friends who owned them. I concluded that for the
best picture and the largest screen for the least amount of money the rear projection DPL models were the way to go.

I purchased a 62in Sanyo Hi Def rear projection for Christmas.
I am extremely satisfied, picture is awesome, No regrets.

All the competing technologies have pros and cons
For the DPL it's not something you could hang on the wall, it's only about
70lbs but it is about 16in deep. The other con is that I will probably have to replace the bulb once a year or so, which I can do myself, just like changing a light bulb at home. Cost of bulb (depending where you purchase it)
about $150 . I have already puchased the bulb and I have it ready to use when ever I need it. (Just in case it decides to blow out on Super Bowl Sunday) :)

TV was about $2000 at Circuit City with Free delivery
TV Entertainment stand was around $250
DirecTV came and installed new Hi Def Dish and Receiver for Free.
They also gave me 4 months free on their HD service.
I Love it .
 
vanbells

vanbells

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1080i, 1080p, 720p, etc is all resolution. I believe Blu-Ray and HD-DVD are the only forms of media or broadcast that shows in 1080p without upscaling.

Samsung DLP's are sweet. I got a 61" DLP and I love it too death, but it does take a lot of room. To me the picture quality on LCD screens above 42" just lose picture quality. I don't know much Plasma screens. They are way out of my league.
 
_MightyMouse_

_MightyMouse_

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DLP = Digital Light Processing; a little more bulkier/cheaper/heavier than a plasma/lcd, although they come in bigger sizes. Uses millions of mirrors to project an image.

Plasma = better picture/resolution than a LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) however doesnt come in larger screen sizes. Also = more $. Plasma tend to be more expensive than an LCD and its life expectancy seems to be far less.

1080i = 1080 (pixels) interlaced; most superior picture
1080p = 1080 (pixels) progressive; not as superior as 1080i
720i = not as superior as 1080i/p
720p = not as superior as 720i or 1080i/p
 
Otter

Otter

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_MightyMouse_ said:
DLP = Digital Light Processing; a little more bulkier/cheaper/heavier than a plasma/lcd, although they come in bigger sizes. Uses millions of mirrors to project an image.
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Pretty interesting how they work, theres a good explanation on howstuffworks.com
 
Penn

Penn

Dancing Up A Storm
I haven't taken the plunge yet, however, I was impressed with a Sony rear-projection model at Best Buys; model# KDF46E-2000(Wega). No threat of image burn-in with it, like plasma, the guy said. You only have to replace a bulb, if and when it burns out. It has a 1080i as it's top resolution, backward compatible to 480i. (or is it "p"?)

Can't believe I could put in a 62in HDTV in my townhouse! :lmao: Couldn't sit far enough away from it, I don't imagine.
 
warneckutz

warneckutz

Well-Known Member
Penn said:
I haven't taken the plunge yet, however, I was impressed with a Sony rear-projection model at Best Buys; model# KDF46E-2000(Wega). No threat of image burn-in with it, like plasma, the guy said. You only have to replace a bulb, if and when it burns out. It has a 1080i as it's top resolution, backward compatible to 480i. (or is it "p"?)

Can't believe I could put in a 62in HDTV in my townhouse! :lmao: Couldn't sit far enough away from it, I don't imagine.
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"Burn-in" is supposedly a thing of the past according to the "experts". Sony makes a nice LCD
 
bfncbs1

bfncbs1

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vanbells said:
1080i, 1080p, 720p, etc is all resolution. I believe Blu-Ray and HD-DVD are the only forms of media or broadcast that shows in 1080p without upscaling.

Samsung DLP's are sweet. I got a 61" DLP and I love it too death, but it does take a lot of room. To me the picture quality on LCD screens above 42" just lose picture quality. I don't know much Plasma screens. They are way out of my league.
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I also have the 61" Samsung DLP and absolutely love it!

Watching golf right now in HD and I can actually read the greens :lmao:
 
teverheart2002

teverheart2002

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Penn said:
Can't believe I could put in a 62in HDTV in my townhouse! :lmao: Couldn't sit far enough away from it, I don't imagine.
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There is no such thing as too close :lol: We bought a projector, built the screen and sit 10 feet away from a 77 inch screen. :yay: Love it. Now if we can just take out all the trees so that Direct TV could put up the HD we would be in heaven.
 
vanbells

vanbells

Pookieboo!!!
_MightyMouse_ said:
1080i = 1080 (pixels) interlaced; most superior picture
1080p = 1080 (pixels) progressive; not as superior as 1080i
720i = not as superior as 1080i/p
720p = not as superior as 720i or 1080i/p
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I'm pretty sure 1080p has higher a resolution than 1080i.
 
AndyMarquisLIVE

AndyMarquisLIVE

New Member
awpitt said:
I’ve been looking into get one of those big screen high definition TV that are being advertised so much. I realize there are currently a limited number of channels that are broadcast in HI DEF but I’m going for the larger screen so as long as I’m going to do that, I might as well get the HI DEF so at least I’ll be ready as more HI DEF channels are offered.

I’m debating between LCD and plasma. Should I also consider the projection types? I’m nervous about getting plasma because of how easily they can be damaged from tilting plus they seem to run hot. LCDs are hard to come by over 40 – 46in range. What’s better, LCD or plasma? Also, what’s the difference between 1080p and 720p besides the price? I was hoping to get feedback from those of you who have already made the big purchase.

Thanks
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I've got a 1080p DLP. :yahoo:

DLP is where it's at picture wise.
 
Claff

Claff

New Member
Very happy with our 40" Sony LCD though it might be just a hair big for our space here. Regular TV shows (Bones, CSI Miami) look absolutely epic and sports too - I'll even watch golf just to see the sweeping vistas and green fairways.
 
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johnjrval424

New Member
DLP TV's are awesome! We treated ourselves to a 64" Mitsubishi. 1080i (with the ability to receive 1080p since I don't think the "p" has been broadcast yet). Yes, it is bulkier but we built our own full-wall entertainment center to accommodate it. The picture is beyond belief, especially on the Discovery Channel HD Theater channel, and we also enjoy watching golf on it - not only because of the clarity of the picture but also because we are golfers!

The part I find hilarious is how "unforgiving" the HD TV's are on the media broadcasters. Those news anchors can't put on enough makeup to hide the imperfections you now see in HD! :lmao:
 
vanbells

vanbells

Pookieboo!!!
johnjrval424 said:
The part I find hilarious is how "unforgiving" the HD TV's are on the media broadcasters. Those news anchors can't put on enough makeup to hide the imperfections you now see in HD! :lmao:
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Very true. You should check out the Spanish channels too! The women are even hotter now. :yay:
 
awpitt

awpitt

Main Streeter
Thank you all for your cooments. I was surprised at all the positive things I saw about DLP. I'm going to have to add that into my research.

Thanks again...
 
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