I have No HDTV - Blu-ray Forum

thelaserdisc2000 · 06-04-2008, 11:35 PM

Thats right, I am sans-HDTV and it SUCKS! Not only am I not getting the full Blu-ray experience, but I will be losing TV in February thanks to the switch over to digital. I know where I can find a nice 32" 1080i full HDTV for $200 used but I don't have the money. Maybe I should stop getting Blu-rays for the time being and save for that TV. What do you think?

My current TV is so old that Its not even cable ready. I have to run my PS3 through a S-Video->Coax converter box, then to a Coax->UHF box on the back of the TV.

Where should I go with this? I don't make much. I was lucky to find a PS3 for $100 with a faulty HDD (replaced with a 120gb one).

Blu Titan · 06-04-2008, 11:38 PM

Yeah, sure. Keeping a close eye on you.

Chevypower · 06-04-2008, 11:41 PM

No, forget Blu Ray, it will be dead in a few months. You need D-VHS D-Theatre 1080i tapes. It's the way of the future thanks to JVC.

SkullPhyre · 06-04-2008, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelaserdisc2000

Thats right, I am sans-HDTV and it SUCKS! Not only am I not getting the full Blu-ray experience, but I will be losing TV in February thanks to the switch over to digital. I know where I can find a nice 32" 1080i full HDTV for $200 used but I don't have the money. Maybe I should stop getting Blu-rays for the time being and save for that TV. What do you think?

My current TV is so old that Its not even cable ready. I have to run my PS3 through a S-Video->Coax converter box, then to a Coax->UHF box on the back of the TV.

Where should I go with this? I don't make much. I was lucky to find a PS3 for $100 with a faulty HDD (replaced with a 120gb one).

This so would be a great post if it was April 1st. Made me laugh though.

Blu Titan · 06-04-2008, 11:46 PM

For whatever reason, the OP's writting style appears kinda familiar.

theprophecy247 · 06-04-2008, 11:59 PM

lol keep it ull find something check craigslist

sodrock · 06-05-2008, 12:28 AM

I'm the business of giving away HDTV's. Would you like one?

My_Two_Cents · 06-05-2008, 02:12 AM

If this is not a joke, then I don't know what to say.

Why, in the world, would you be buying BD's if you don't have an HDTV????

Priority #1 - Buy HDTV
Priority #2 - Buy Blu-ray player (done, with your PS3)
Priority #3 - Buy AVR (not any good without priority 3a)
Priority #3a - Buy FL, C & FR speakers
Priority #3b - Buy subwoofer
Priority #3c - Buy surround speakers

You shouldn't be buying BD's until after #2

thelaserdisc2000 · 06-05-2008, 05:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricshoe

If this is not a joke, then I don't know what to say.

Why, in the world, would you be buying BD's if you don't have an HDTV????

Priority #1 - Buy HDTV
Priority #2 - Buy Blu-ray player (done, with your PS3)
Priority #3 - Buy AVR (not any good without priority 3a)
Priority #3a - Buy FL, C & FR speakers
Priority #3b - Buy subwoofer
Priority #3c - Buy surround speakers

You shouldn't be buying BD's until after #2

This is not a joke. this is for real. I was lucky to get a PS3 for cheap (I hadn't thought of getting one, but figured what the hell, an easy fix My original plan was to get a Wii with Brawl). I admit the Blu-rays look better than my DVDs on the TV.

Also I was told that next February when they switch to HD, they will start to phase out DVDs (if they haven't begun to do so), so I figured it would be nice to make the jump before I got behind.

ZeeMan84 · 06-05-2008, 05:20 AM

$200 for 32'' 1080i HDTV isn't a bad deal at all and I'm sure you are resourceful enough to get it soon since you got a PS3 for $100.

BTW, 1080i isn't full HD, 1080p is (just clarification).

thelaserdisc2000 · 06-05-2008, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZeeMan84

$200 for 32'' 1080i HDTV isn't a bad deal at all and I'm sure you are resourceful enough to get it soon since you got a PS3 for $100.

BTW, 1080i isn't full HD, 1080p is (just clarification).

It wasnt resource, it was luck. Not to mention it was a 20gb model.

danny316 · 06-05-2008, 05:53 AM

Best thread ever!

Leopold BUTTERS · 06-05-2008, 04:18 PM

Just start saving i guess lol, you could probably find a 1080p tv for 1000 dollars. just save up.

Beta Man · 06-05-2008, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricshoe

If this is not a joke, then I don't know what to say.

Why, in the world, would you be buying BD's if you don't have an HDTV????

Priority #1 - Buy HDTV
Priority #2 - Buy Blu-ray player (done, with your PS3)
Priority #3 - Buy AVR (not any good without priority 3a)
Priority #3a - Buy FL, C & FR speakers
Priority #3b - Buy subwoofer
Priority #3c - Buy surround speakers

You shouldn't be buying BD's until after #2

I would say Buy AVR and Speakers.... THEN T.V. THEN Blu-Ray Player.....

quirkmanly · 06-05-2008, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelaserdisc2000

Also I was told that next February when they switch to HD, they will start to phase out DVDs (if they haven't begun to do so), so I figured it would be nice to make the jump before I got behind.

The February switch is to Digital broadcasts, not to exclusively HD programming.

WickyWoo · 06-05-2008, 05:25 PM

You can get a $40 coupon from the government so the box only runs you $20

prerich · 06-05-2008, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelaserdisc2000

This is not a joke. this is for real. I was lucky to get a PS3 for cheap (I hadn't thought of getting one, but figured what the hell, an easy fix My original plan was to get a Wii with Brawl). I admit the Blu-rays look better than my DVDs on the TV.

Also I was told that next February when they switch to HD, they will start to phase out DVDs (if they haven't begun to do so), so I figured it would be nice to make the jump before I got behind.

Stop buying BD's... now!!!! Save and get the $200 HDTV or a $400-500 model at Wal-Mart, if your budget can handle it. No joke.

prerich · 06-05-2008, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I would say Buy AVR and Speakers.... THEN T.V. THEN Blu-Ray Player.....

That's what we would usually say, but this person is just not ready yet.

Beta Man · 06-05-2008, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by prerich

That's what we would usually say, but this person is just not ready yet.

this guy just stated on another thread, that the 20GB PS3 could only output at 720p..... so I'm beginning to think he's just trying to stir the hornet's nest... or maybe not....

OP.... How many BDs do you have? Sell some, buy a T.V. then re-buy the movies when they're cheaper, or rent for awhile.

EDIT.... I just noticed you're running some nice equipment.... so you share in my love for audio.....

maconomics · 06-05-2008, 05:40 PM

Yes at this point dude you should save for a decent HDTV! Continue to buy blu-rays to build a library for your new HD set!

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06-04-2008, 11:35 PM	#1
thelaserdisc2000 Active Member Member since:Jun 2008 Blu-ray collection:2	I have No HDTV Thats right, I am sans-HDTV and it SUCKS! Not only am I not getting the full Blu-ray experience, but I will be losing TV in February thanks to the switch over to digital. I know where I can find a nice 32" 1080i full HDTV for $200 used but I don't have the money. Maybe I should stop getting Blu-rays for the time being and save for that TV. What do you think? My current TV is so old that Its not even cable ready. I have to run my PS3 through a S-Video->Coax converter box, then to a Coax->UHF box on the back of the TV. Where should I go with this? I don't make much. I was lucky to find a PS3 for $100 with a faulty HDD (replaced with a 120gb one).

06-04-2008, 11:38 PM	#2
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	Yeah, sure. Keeping a close eye on you.

06-04-2008, 11:41 PM	#3
Chevypower Special Member Member since:Feb 2008	No, forget Blu Ray, it will be dead in a few months. You need D-VHS D-Theatre 1080i tapes. It's the way of the future thanks to JVC.

06-04-2008, 11:46 PM	#5
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	For whatever reason, the OP's writting style appears kinda familiar.

06-04-2008, 11:59 PM	#6
theprophecy247 Special Member Member since:May 2008 Location:Shadow Moses Islands Blu-ray collection:42 Blu-ray reviews:5	lol keep it ull find something check craigslist

06-05-2008, 12:28 AM	#7
sodrock Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Nashville, TN Blu-ray collection:104 Blu-ray reviews:1	I'm the business of giving away HDTV's. Would you like one?

06-05-2008, 02:12 AM	#8
My_Two_Cents Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Wherever I may roam.... Home Theater Gallery:40 4K collection:35 Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:19 Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:4	If this is not a joke, then I don't know what to say. Why, in the world, would you be buying BD's if you don't have an HDTV???? Priority #1 - Buy HDTV Priority #2 - Buy Blu-ray player (done, with your PS3) Priority #3 - Buy AVR (not any good without priority 3a) Priority #3a - Buy FL, C & FR speakers Priority #3b - Buy subwoofer Priority #3c - Buy surround speakers You shouldn't be buying BD's until after #2

06-05-2008, 05:20 AM	#10
ZeeMan84 Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Orlando, FL	$200 for 32'' 1080i HDTV isn't a bad deal at all and I'm sure you are resourceful enough to get it soon since you got a PS3 for $100. BTW, 1080i isn't full HD, 1080p is (just clarification).

06-05-2008, 05:53 AM	#12
danny316 Member Member since:Jan 2008	Best thread ever!

06-05-2008, 04:18 PM	#13
Leopold BUTTERS Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2007 Location:AB,Canada Blu-ray collection:93 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:1	Just start saving i guess lol, you could probably find a 1080p tv for 1000 dollars. just save up.

06-05-2008, 05:25 PM	#16
WickyWoo Blu-ray Champion Member since:May 2007 Trading Score:2	You can get a $40 coupon from the government so the box only runs you $20

06-05-2008, 05:40 PM	#20
maconomics Active Member Member since:Mar 2007	Yes at this point dude you should save for a decent HDTV! Continue to buy blu-rays to build a library for your new HD set!

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