Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

[CM1847]

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Ha.

I'm not sure on digital tuners, but I noticed a lot of other TVs didn't have any type of tuners featured, whether it was analog/HD/digital/etc.

I"m just worried about having to pay an extra $50 a month for cable to get a digital receiver. Not sure if this TV would last me long enough to need to worry about that, but I just want to minimize the costs for extras after I buy a TV. I don't really like the idea of spending $500 on a TV then having to go out and buy a HD Receiver and Digital Tuner and some other things.

I'm just not 100% sure about the technology and what I will/won't need after I buy a TV, so any help is appriciated. Also if anybody knows any in the <$600 price range that is acceptable(I know it won't be the greatest because of my price range), please start suggesting them.

[The GIGGAS]

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Sorry to ask another question...

but is this a good TV? All I'd want is to watch TV and play 360 in HD.

[GAMEC0CK2002]

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I"m just worried about having to pay an extra $50 a month for cable to get a digital receiver. Not sure if this TV would last me long enough to need to worry about that, but I just want to minimize the costs for extras after I buy a TV. I don't really like the idea of spending $500 on a TV then having to go out and buy a HD Receiver and Digital Tuner and some other things.

I'm just not 100% sure about the technology and what I will/won't need after I buy a TV, so any help is appriciated. Also if anybody knows any in the <$600 price range that is acceptable(I know it won't be the greatest because of my price range), please start suggesting them.

HDTVs with the built-in HD tuners are usually $150-250 more expensive. If you are planning on getting a HD package from the cable or satellite company, you may not need a tuner. A HD box is about $200-250, so it's probably a wash.

[jpup]

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Best Buy is doing no interest until 2008 on all HDTVs $699 and up. It's in store only starting today.

In-Store Only Offers:
No Interest for until January 2008 on All HDTV Purchases $699 and Up
Prior to 12/7/05, required minimum monthly payment is greater of $10 or 2.25% of balance. On or after 12/7/05, required minimum monthly payment is greater of $10 or 1% of balance plus billed finance charges plus any late fees (if applicable). Interest will be charged to your account from the date of purchase if plan balance is not paid in full by January 2008 or if minimum monthly payments are not made

[jpup]

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[ThaGenecyst]

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is it safe to assume that a television that states resolutions of 480p & 1080i with Progressive Scan Capabilities will be able to view TV & XBOX 360 games at 720p ? or is it only Progressive Scan Capable because of the 480p setting.. (which i thought i was EDTV only..)


http://inktomi-cnet.com.com/Panasoni...30%22&tag=feed


^that's the television i'm referring to.

[ExtremeGamer]

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Anyone ever have a burnt pixel on a CRT tube? I have one now, and I have never seen it before on a tube ever. Any clues?

[nyyanksfan20]

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If anyone is in the market for a low priced hdtv i'd get the Panny 26" at Circuit City for $400. I just got it on sale when it was $500 at $400 it's an awesome deal.

[huffphil]

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If anyone is in the market for a low priced hdtv i'd get the Panny 26" at Circuit City for $400. I just got it on sale when it was $500 at $400 it's an awesome deal.

Thanks for the tip. I have been looking for a cheap HDTV for the bedroom to begin my venture into HD and this set was the best one I looked at and the price is nearly unbeatable unless you are willing to go with a refurbished TV.

I just made my purchase of an awesome HDTV for the same price as a new 360 (as soon as I find one on a retail shelf somewhere). I purchased this TV for the bedroom which will be where the 360 lives as well as movie watching. Can't wait to go pick it up and set it up. Thanks again!

Link - http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Panas...oductDetail.do

[HMcCoy]

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Unless you use a VGA cable with your Xbox360.. VGA cables support pc resolutions, components do not.. & seen a screen shot of about 4-5 different resolutions to choose from, even 1280X1024..

I played the 360 version of 2K6 on my LCD monitor in 1280, and it is absolutely sick. Man, those textures look like reality. I replayed a LeBron dunk in slow-mo and focused on his face...it actually gave me the creeps.

Only problem with that resolution was the blurring effect when everything moved. Might be my monitor, not sure.

[ThaGenecyst]

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is it safe to assume that a television that states resolutions of 480p & 1080i with Progressive Scan Capabilities will be able to view TV & XBOX 360 games at 720p ? or is it only Progressive Scan Capable because of the 480p setting.. (which i thought i was EDTV only..)


http://inktomi-cnet.com.com/Panasoni...30%22&tag=feed


^that's the television i'm referring to.

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[Gilateen]

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I got a question....

I was playing 2k6 360 on this tv in my room. At the bottom, I can see the score overlay but its sorta cut off. I have my 360 set on 1080i, why is it cuttin off the picture?

[The GIGGAS]

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Question:

http://www.secondact.biz/product.aspx?productID=23HL84

Good buy? Not a good buy?

[koolbubbaice]

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Anyone ever have a burnt pixel on a CRT tube? I have one now, and I have never seen it before on a tube ever. Any clues?

CRTS don't have pixels.. They have scan lines..

[ExtremeGamer]

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CRTS don't have pixels.. They have scan lines..

Then what's the black spots on my TV. I know they don't have pixels, but that was the only way I could describe it. There are about 6 of them now, all in the upper left hand corner...