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  • huffphil
    Rookie
    • Aug 2003
    • 70

    #3496
    Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

    ODogg - Let me know how it is when you get it. Looking at that deal also and wondering about some feedback and impressions from your new setup!

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    • ODogg
      Hall Of Fame
      • Feb 2003
      • 37953

      #3497
      Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

      Originally posted by huffphil
      ODogg - Let me know how it is when you get it. Looking at that deal also and wondering about some feedback and impressions from your new setup!
      I'll definitely post all my impressions in here when I finally get that sucker up and working. Lord knows all of y'all in this thread have seen me asking questions long enough that it's deserved on a 2 way street. My upconverting DVD player should be here and I may be able to get it Friday so hopefully I can at least post some thoughts on that over the weekend.
      Streaming PC & PS5 games, join me most nights after 6:00pm ET on TwitchTV https://www.twitch.tv/shaunh20
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      • Crucial Mike
        MVP
        • Mar 2003
        • 1225

        #3498
        Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

        Has anyone had any good/bad experiences moving their flat screen tv across long distances (I mean moving homes)?

        Just bought a 37" lcd and might be moving across the country in a couple of months. At this point, I'm thinking I should maybe return the tv for a full refund (30 days to return policy) and use a crappy tv until I move.

        Will probably end up getting the same tv after the move, but am afraid that the tv might get damaged (even though I'm sure the movers will insure it- you never know still).

        Any thoughts? Are these things too delicate to be moved in trucks like that?

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        • RockyTop1
          All Star
          • Apr 2004
          • 8267

          #3499
          Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

          I know some of you out there have this TV, but I just wanted to know for those that have it, what they think. How does it handle the 360?

          Sony KDS-R50xbr1


          I've found it on pricegrabber for free shipping and no taxes for $2,200. Is that a good deal, can these sites be trusted?

          Comparison shop for in . See store ratings and reviews and find the best prices on with PriceGrabber's shopping search engine.
          PS4: aBayBates
          Xbox: RockyTop1

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          • Jistic
            Hall Of Fame
            • Mar 2003
            • 16405

            #3500
            Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

            Originally posted by abates21
            I know some of you out there have this TV, but I just wanted to know for those that have it, what they think. How does it handle the 360?

            Sony KDS-R50xbr1


            I've found it on pricegrabber for free shipping and no taxes for $2,200. Is that a good deal, can these sites be trusted?

            http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_g...h=sony+sxrd+50
            I can't begin to tell you how much I love mine.

            You do have to mess with some settings in 'PRO' mode. Once you do it's heaven.

            The 360 is unbelievable on this thing. You don't have to worry about any lag or anything. I still catch myself staring in disbelief sometimes.

            I personally would not buy this from an online retailer. This is one of those things where I'd go brick and mortal. Penny wise, dollar foolish. You might be fine, but I was not willing to take that risk.
            PSN: JISTIC_OS
            XBOX LIVE: JISTIC

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            • RockyTop1
              All Star
              • Apr 2004
              • 8267

              #3501
              Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

              Yeah, I haven't quite decide yet what I'm going to do. I just got a 12% coupon in the mail from Best Buy and was all excited, but I believe all xbr products are excluded, which SUCKS. I might go for the Samsung that ODogg is picking up. I'm just too damn indecisive
              PS4: aBayBates
              Xbox: RockyTop1

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              • JohnnytheSkin
                All Star
                • Jul 2003
                • 5914

                #3502
                Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                Same TV, excellent picture, love gaming on it (no lag with any system), a few tweaks required but then it's night and day with the default picture modes...very good buy!

                Ask ODogg about an online retailer, since he just bought a new Samsung DLP online and they were going to deliver it today, several days early. He'll post impressions later this week. It's really up to you, but make sure shipping is insured, and that you can get a warranty (if nothing else, go through Sony). These sets are fickel and lemons DO exist, across ALL HDTV's, so it's just a safe investment. Plus most warranties cover lamp replacements.
                I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be. - Douglas Adams

                Oh, sorry...I got distracted by the internet. - Scott Pilgrim

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                • ExtremeGamer
                  Extra Life 11/3/18
                  • Jul 2002
                  • 35299

                  #3503
                  Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                  Originally posted by JohnnytheSkin
                  Same TV, excellent picture, love gaming on it (no lag with any system), a few tweaks required but then it's night and day with the default picture modes...very good buy!

                  Ask ODogg about an online retailer, since he just bought a new Samsung DLP online and they were going to deliver it today, several days early. He'll post impressions later this week. It's really up to you, but make sure shipping is insured, and that you can get a warranty (if nothing else, go through Sony). These sets are fickel and lemons DO exist, across ALL HDTV's, so it's just a safe investment. Plus most warranties cover lamp replacements.
                  Avoid Sony's warranty. Get it from Best Buy, CC, or some other place, but take it from me, Sony's TV warranties are a joke.

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                  • RockyTop1
                    All Star
                    • Apr 2004
                    • 8267

                    #3504
                    Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                    thanks guys, johnny hit me up with a graw invite next time you see me.

                    ODogg, what kind of warranty did they offer? or do you have to go through Samsung?
                    PS4: aBayBates
                    Xbox: RockyTop1

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                    • JohnnytheSkin
                      All Star
                      • Jul 2003
                      • 5914

                      #3505
                      Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                      I have mine through Best Buy, but then you have to buy the TV from there...correct? I was just thinking what you could do if you buy it online.
                      I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be. - Douglas Adams

                      Oh, sorry...I got distracted by the internet. - Scott Pilgrim

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                      • ExtremeGamer
                        Extra Life 11/3/18
                        • Jul 2002
                        • 35299

                        #3506
                        Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                        Originally posted by JohnnytheSkin
                        I have mine through Best Buy, but then you have to buy the TV from there...correct? I was just thinking what you could do if you buy it online.
                        I meant for him to buy the TV through BB or CC or wherever. I have a 2 year Sony in house warranty. It was like pulling teeth to get them to work on my XBR.

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                        • JohnnytheSkin
                          All Star
                          • Jul 2003
                          • 5914

                          #3507
                          Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                          That's what I figured. The price difference though, is astounding!

                          So EG, did ChadB calibrate your set this past weekend? How's it look? I have an older non-XBR Sony tube as my back-up set and am wondering what kind of improvement there is on the old Sony tubes. Did you do any service menu or user tweaks before the calibration?
                          I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be. - Douglas Adams

                          Oh, sorry...I got distracted by the internet. - Scott Pilgrim

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                          • ExtremeGamer
                            Extra Life 11/3/18
                            • Jul 2002
                            • 35299

                            #3508
                            Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                            Originally posted by JohnnytheSkin
                            That's what I figured. The price difference though, is astounding!

                            So EG, did ChadB calibrate your set this past weekend? How's it look? I have an older non-XBR Sony tube as my back-up set and am wondering what kind of improvement there is on the old Sony tubes. Did you do any service menu or user tweaks before the calibration?
                            Oh yeah, I meant to post that. I had to cancel the appointment. My wife's uncle got sick, and no one was going to be here. During all that, and the weekend, I talked to a friend who wants a new TV, and may buy mine. So I may be looking at getting that Sammy that ODogg got, and the wife was cool with it. Either that, or I caught her at the right moment. So for now, it's on hold.

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                            • JohnnytheSkin
                              All Star
                              • Jul 2003
                              • 5914

                              #3509
                              Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                              Oh well...when any of you guys get that ISF job done, please post impressions. I swear I'm counting down the days until I get out of Boise and move to a place with an experienced calibrator. I "think" I'm close, but I really have no idea without the gear. The picture does look damn good though, especially watching the World Cup!
                              I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be. - Douglas Adams

                              Oh, sorry...I got distracted by the internet. - Scott Pilgrim

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                              • bigeastbumrush
                                My Momma's Son
                                • Feb 2003
                                • 19245

                                #3510
                                Re: HDTV Questions and Answers Thread

                                Anyone???

                                Originally posted by bigeastbumrush
                                Gentlemen,
                                What's the verdict on this Sammy...bedroom TV. Anyone have this or seen it? It really caught my eye in the store. The picture was incredible crisp compared to the other HDTVs set up next to it. I sure hope it's a good one. Thanks in advance.

                                Samsung LNS2652DX
                                26"LCD
                                720p

                                Also, what in the world does 720p mean?
                                http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Samsu...oductDetail.do


                                Specs:
                                Specs:
                                Samsung 26" Widescreen LCD HDTV with White Exterior (LN-S2652D)

                                26" LCD screen: Get a great picture and a great-looking TV set. This TV offers a crystal-clear picture, a thin LCD screen and a unique white cabinet color. It provides a wide 178° viewing angle, so you can get a great view of your TV no matter where you sit in the room.

                                HDTV with built-in tuner: With its hi-def screen (720p), this TV gives you outstanding clarity when you watch HD programming. It comes with a built-in HD (ATSC) tuner so that you don't have to buy any additional components to enjoy HDTV—just plug and play.

                                SRS TruSurround XT: An amazing picture needs amazing sound. This TV offers 5-speaker surround sound that makes your home feel like a true theater.

                                PC compatible: A Samsung LCD is versatile. Use it as a TV or, if you want, a super-sized PC monitor. In many cases, Samsung LCD TVs outperform computer monitors in brightness, response time and resolution.

                                4000:1 contrast for vivid pictures: With an impressive 4000:1 contrast ratio, you'll be able to see the all the details of bright or very dark scenes, so the picture never looks dull.

                                Optimal cable connections, including HDMI: Offers a full assortment of connections that let you hook up your system the way you want. Includes two high-grade HDMI connections along with component, RF, USB and PC (RGB) connections.

                                More than TV: MP3 connectivity lets you hook up compatible MP3 players to the television and play music right from your TV! Enhanced Game Mode tailors the TV's performance to the unique demands of video games.

                                Wall-mount options: Ever seen how great an LCD screen looks mounted on a wall? Check out the Accessories section to find an available wall mount for this TV.

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