HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

[ExtremeGamer]

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Not all shows are in HD. Actually most are not. All of your prime time shows are usually broadcast in HD though.

Unless it's ABC's stetch-o-vision!

[SikWitIt]

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Thanks for the info, but is there any sets you guys would reccomend ?

Also what do i need to hook up my xbox to my set to recieve HDTV quality and same question goes for my DVD player.

[Fresh Tendrils]

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What TV's would ya'll recommned for the Xbox 360? I have an old 27" I got for free somehow and I use an RF adapter for it. I was thinking maybe like a TV in the 30s" rage, HDTV or HDTV ready (whats the difference?), and this would probably be a TV I'd have for at least 5 years.

I also like watching things in widescreen, if that matters anyway.

[koolbubbaice]

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What TV's would ya'll recommned for the Xbox 360? I have an old 27" I got for free somehow and I use an RF adapter for it. I was thinking maybe like a TV in the 30s" rage, HDTV or HDTV ready (whats the difference?), and this would probably be a TV I'd have for at least 5 years.

I also like watching things in widescreen, if that matters anyway.

Price range & viewing distance?

[Fresh Tendrils]

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Price range - 500-
Viewing Distance - I'd say 3-6 feet away.

[Heelfan71]

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What TV's would ya'll recommned for the Xbox 360? I have an old 27" I got for free somehow and I use an RF adapter for it. I was thinking maybe like a TV in the 30s" rage, HDTV or HDTV ready (whats the difference?), and this would probably be a TV I'd have for at least 5 years.

I also like watching things in widescreen, if that matters anyway.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7130776&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat31800050030&id=1110265593458

That one is just under $500. it is HD Ready. What that means is if you want to watch television in HD you will need a convertor box. Cable companies usually give them to you for $5 per month added to your bill

But, you will be able to play your XBOX 360 games in High Definition.

[Fresh Tendrils]

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Thanks Heelfan.

Another quick question or two.

Is there a quality difference between flat panel and flat-screen?

And also are prices steadily going down on HD-TVs or are they staying steady?

[koolbubbaice]

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Thanks Heelfan.

Another quick question or two.

Is there a quality difference between flat panel and flat-screen?

And also are prices steadily going down on HD-TVs or are they staying steady?

Flat panel is a LCD or plasma display.. Flat screen is a CRT..

HDTV CRTS are already dropping quicky.
LCDS will drop by 25% next yr.
Plasmas about 25% this fall or early next yr..

This is caused by No name brands introducing quality flat panels at a much cheaper price along with the glass & manufacuring of the parts getting cheaper..

[koolbubbaice]

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http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1110265593458

That one is just under $500. it is HD Ready. What that means is if you want to watch television in HD you will need a convertor box. Cable companies usually give them to you for $5 per month added to your bill

But, you will be able to play your XBOX 360 games in High Definition.

I would discourage you from getting the Advent.. Picture quality isn't too great.. I would recommend the Insignia 26inch HDTV widescreen for the same or lower price..(not just saying that cause I work there) I work at Best Buy & see these TV's all the time. The insignia is a llevel above the advent, & is comparable to the name brand CRTS IMO.. Insignia is owned by BB.. So they can sell these HDTV's uber cheap..
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[koolbubbaice]

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Price range - 500-
Viewing Distance - I'd say 3-6 feet away.

3-6 FT away..(6-8FT 30inches) I'd recommend a 26inch HDTV.. 500.00.. Theres a HDTV 30inch Sanyo at Walmart for 500.00 or 550.00.. It's been getting great buyer reviews from the AVS forums.. If a 30inch HDTV is a requirment for you I'd get that..

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=435721

[Fresh Tendrils]

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Thanks.

[koolbubbaice]

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What TV's would ya'll recommned for the Xbox 360? I have an old 27" I got for free somehow and I use an RF adapter for it. I was thinking maybe like a TV in the 30s" rage, HDTV or HDTV ready (whats the difference?), and this would probably be a TV I'd have for at least 5 years.

I also like watching things in widescreen, if that matters anyway.

HD Ready & HD monitor means no Built in HD tuner.. You need to buy an external tuner to view HD broadcast.. They cost between 150-300 bucks.. Ofcourse you can upgrade to HD cable & get a free box.. I doubt the TV's you listed support 720p res.. But I read that the Xbox 360 will scale games to 1080i (540p) res.. Not sure if its true or not.. Since fox & ABC support 720p res you wouldn't be able to watch HD broadcast on those networks..Check the specs before buying..

[Fresh Tendrils]

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So, that 30" Sanyo HDTV, is that HD ready and would it "work" in HD with the Xbox360?

[koolbubbaice]

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So, that 30" Sanyo HDTV, is that HD ready and would it "work" in HD with the Xbox360?

Wowzer.. I was wrong.. Just read the specs.. Has built in HD tuner..Usually cheap HDTV's don't have a built in HD tuner. & Supports HDMI which is better then DVI.. Has picture in picture too.. After reading the specs I'd highly reccomend this TV for your price point.. & Yes, it will display HD gaming on the 360..

[Fresh Tendrils]

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Wowzer.. I was wrong.. Just read the specs.. Has built in HD tuner..Usually cheap HDTV's don't have a built in HD tuner. & Supports HDMI which is better then DVI.. Has picture in picture too.. After reading the specs I'd highly reccomend this TV for your price point.. & Yes, it will display HD gaming on the 360..

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.gsp?product_id=2601425

Ha, I just found it too.

In order to get Hi-Def channels, like lets say the four big networks (ABC, NBC, CBS, & FOX), I'd have to have some type of hi-def cable or satiellite correct, picking them up on antennae wouldn't work right?