HDTV Suggestions?? - Blu-ray Forum

dipset420 · 10-20-2006, 09:16 PM

Does anyone know of any GREAT hdtv's to buy. i will be buying one in about a month and a half but i have no idea wich kind to buy. i want one between the size of 50- 55 inches.

the price range im willing to pay is $1500-2300

are plasmas good do they still have image burn and how long do they usually last??

JTK · 10-20-2006, 09:20 PM

Plasmas in that price range you cited will make you cry. Steer clear.

I'd steer you towards the 50 inch Sony LCOS SXRD a2000, but that's depending on whether you can stretch your budget or not.

Basically, you want to stick to top brands like Sony, Sharp, Pioneer Elite (not sure they have anything in your budget range here), Panasonic, JVC...obvious big names like that.

I hope you wait as long as you can possibly stand it because then you will be able to take advantage of holiday sales and things of that nature.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=2691

This thread might be useful to you.

dipset420 · 10-20-2006, 10:43 PM

Is the VIZIO 50" Plasma tv good????

PeterTHX · 10-20-2006, 11:00 PM

VIZIO is a "brand X" and far far inferior. You hear those rumors of plasmas burning out fast? Exactly the type.

Another vote for Sony's SXRD. Rock solid blacks. True 1080p. Wider viewing angle, 5000:1 dynamic contrast, 2 HDMI & 1 VGA input. Fast (2ms) pixel response time. Simply the BEST TV for its price range.

JTK · 10-20-2006, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by dipset420

Is the VIZIO 50" Plasma tv good????

Run away as fast as you can.

BTBuck1 · 10-21-2006, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by dipset420

Is the VIZIO 50" Plasma tv good????

I don't know whats worse, a Vizio Plasma...or waking up in the morning with two fat chicks layin beside you and realizing you paid full price!

JTK · 10-21-2006, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian@BBY

I don't know whats worse, a Vizio Plasma...or waking up in the morning with two fat chicks layin beside you and realizing you paid full price!

Speaking from experience?

JFWY!

(You knew that was coming back to you somehow.)

BTBuck1 · 10-21-2006, 12:33 AM

i'll never tell

Paper · 10-24-2006, 10:33 AM

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Or waking up in the morning with two fat chicks layin beside you and realizing you paid full price

The nearest alcohol bottle is the quick fix for that!

We thought about buying a HDTV recently. Does anyone know how long it'll be before HDTV becomes the standard? We don't want to get one whilst SDTV means that the SD quality will look bad.

I know that Sky is starting to support HD.

dobyblue · 10-24-2006, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by JTK

I'd steer you towards the 50 inch Sony LCOS SXRD a2000, but that's depending on whether you can stretch your budget or not.

According to the specs that were posted from the 1080i test the models of this one as of August 2006 will pass both tests too. It's a really nice model.

JTK · 10-24-2006, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dobyblue

According to the specs that were posted from the 1080i test the models of this one as of August 2006 will pass both tests too. It's a really nice model.

Yup. It's one of the few sets out there that "does it all well."

Shoot, for $2500 MSRP for the 50? I don't think it gets much better than that, IMO.

Ascended_Saiyan · 10-24-2006, 01:20 PM

I have a slightly different question to ask you guys, but it still fits under this topic.

I would like to know if there are any 1080p RPTV that will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal under $6000. As far as front projectors I know the VPL-VW50 will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal, but I can't find a RPTV that lists that it can. HELP!!!!

Rob Tomlin · 10-24-2006, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dipset420

Is the VIZIO 50" Plasma tv good????

In a word: NO!

In two words: HELL NO!

Let's just leave it at that!

Rob Tomlin · 10-24-2006, 10:51 PM

In addition to the Sony A2000 SXRD models, you might consider the new Mitsubishi 732 1080p DLP, or Samsung 1080p DLP units. I would be very happy with those, or the Sony SXRD. The only concern I would have re the Sony is the color uniformity problems that they have had. Make sure you purchase from an reputable/authorized dealer in case you need warranty work.

hyperdine · 10-24-2006, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Ascended_Saiyan

I have a slightly different question to ask you guys, but it still fits under this topic.

I would like to know if there are any 1080p RPTV that will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal under $6000. As far as front projectors I know the VPL-VW50 will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal, but I can't find a RPTV that lists that it can. HELP!!!!

I would highly recommend the 2nd Gen SXRD LOCS displays. I just got the KDS-R60XBR2 about two weeks ago. It's predecessor was Home Theater Magazine's product-of-the-year last year. The main difference from last year's model is that the XBR2's accept 1080p w/3 HDMI inputs. I just upgraded from my old 65" Mits CRT and it's pure heaven.

PurpleAardvark · 10-25-2006, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian@BBY

I don't know whats worse, a Vizio Plasma...or waking up in the morning with two fat chicks layin beside you and realizing you paid full price!

That is called a slump buster. Your not supposed to pay though.

theknub · 10-25-2006, 12:20 AM

lol, you always pay. whether it's for dinner, drinks or for them to leave

Ascended_Saiyan · 10-25-2006, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyperdine

I would highly recommend the 2nd Gen SXRD LOCS displays. I just got the KDS-R60XBR2 about two weeks ago. It's predecessor was Home Theater Magazine's product-of-the-year last year. The main difference from last year's model is that the XBR2's accept 1080p w/3 HDMI inputs. I just upgraded from my old 65" Mits CRT and it's pure heaven.

I knew they could take a 1080p signal, but I didn't know they could accept 1080p/24fps. I will check this out. Thanks!

Rob Tomlin · 10-25-2006, 02:19 AM

Look what I just found: Amazon has the 60" Sony A2000 SXRD for $2599.99 shippped!

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...X0DER&v=glance

Ascended_Saiyan · 10-25-2006, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob Tomlin

Look what I just found: Amazon has the 60" Sony A2000 SXRD for $2599.99 shippped!

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...X0DER&v=glance

Nice price, but it doesn't accept a 1080p/24 source.

10-20-2006, 09:16 PM	#1
dipset420 Active Member Member since:Oct 2006	HDTV Suggestions?? Does anyone know of any GREAT hdtv's to buy. i will be buying one in about a month and a half but i have no idea wich kind to buy. i want one between the size of 50- 55 inches. the price range im willing to pay is $1500-2300 are plasmas good do they still have image burn and how long do they usually last??

10-24-2006, 01:20 PM	#12
Ascended_Saiyan Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2006 Location:Atlanta, Georgia Blu-ray collection:608 Trading Score:1	I have a slightly different question to ask you guys, but it still fits under this topic. I would like to know if there are any 1080p RPTV that will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal under $6000. As far as front projectors I know the VPL-VW50 will accept and display a 1080p/24 signal, but I can't find a RPTV that lists that it can. HELP!!!! Last edited by Ascended_Saiyan; 10-24-2006 at 01:44 PM.

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10-20-2006, 09:20 PM	#2
JTK Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jan 2006 Location:www.blurayoasis.com	Plasmas in that price range you cited will make you cry. Steer clear. I'd steer you towards the 50 inch Sony LCOS SXRD a2000, but that's depending on whether you can stretch your budget or not. Basically, you want to stick to top brands like Sony, Sharp, Pioneer Elite (not sure they have anything in your budget range here), Panasonic, JVC...obvious big names like that. I hope you wait as long as you can possibly stand it because then you will be able to take advantage of holiday sales and things of that nature. https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=2691 This thread might be useful to you.

10-20-2006, 10:43 PM	#3
dipset420 Active Member Member since:Oct 2006	Is the VIZIO 50" Plasma tv good????

10-20-2006, 11:00 PM	#4
PeterTHX Banned Top contributor Member since:Sep 2006 Blu-ray collection:563 Trading Score:14	VIZIO is a "brand X" and far far inferior. You hear those rumors of plasmas burning out fast? Exactly the type. Another vote for Sony's SXRD. Rock solid blacks. True 1080p. Wider viewing angle, 5000:1 dynamic contrast, 2 HDMI & 1 VGA input. Fast (2ms) pixel response time. Simply the BEST TV for its price range.

10-21-2006, 12:33 AM	#8
BTBuck1 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Oceanside, CA. Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:1	i'll never tell

10-24-2006, 10:51 PM	#14
Rob Tomlin Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2006	In addition to the Sony A2000 SXRD models, you might consider the new Mitsubishi 732 1080p DLP, or Samsung 1080p DLP units. I would be very happy with those, or the Sony SXRD. The only concern I would have re the Sony is the color uniformity problems that they have had. Make sure you purchase from an reputable/authorized dealer in case you need warranty work.

10-25-2006, 12:20 AM	#17
theknub Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2006	lol, you always pay. whether it's for dinner, drinks or for them to leave

10-25-2006, 02:19 AM	#19
Rob Tomlin Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2006	Look what I just found: Amazon has the 60" Sony A2000 SXRD for $2599.99 shippped! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...X0DER&v=glance

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