SXRD 50" A2000 dying, options? - Blu-ray Forum

Amon37 · 08-05-2008, 08:03 PM

My A2000 is dying. The picture keeps cutting out. I've troubleshot everything so that's not what this thread is for. This thread is for the fact that I'm going to need a replacement but best buy doesn't sell the TV anymore.

I bought the TV for 2000.00 back 2 years ago so that's the amount I'm going to have to work with. I'd rather not go down in size but if I have to 46 is the lowest. Checking bestbuy's website I see these:

Samsung - 61" 1080p Slim-Depth DLP HDTV
Model: HL61A650
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424961

Samsung - 61" 1080p Slim-Depth LED Engine DLP HDTV
Model: HL61A750
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424894

Mitsubishi - 65" 1080p DLP HDTV - Black/Silver
Model: WD-65735
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1205538040691

Mitsubishi - Diamond 65" 1080p DLP HDTV
Model: WD-65833
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1183767793212

Samsung - 46" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: LN46A580
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1206141604950

Samsung - 46" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: LN46A550
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424693

I play a lot of videogames so I'm not really considering a plasma

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-05-2008, 08:16 PM

Let me take a look and give you my opinion.

kaliraver · 08-05-2008, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amon37

My A2000 is dying. The picture keeps cutting out. I've troubleshot everything so that's not what this thread is for. This thread is for the fact that I'm going to need a replacement but best buy doesn't sell the TV anymore.

You sure its not just the lamp that needs replacing? I just replaced my lamp after owning the TV for about 20 months. You should look into it, it is a great tv.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-05-2008, 08:25 PM

If you can cough up an extra $200 or so you can have a better tv such as this one: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1215216782035

Amon37 · 08-05-2008, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaliraver69

You sure its not just the lamp that needs replacing? I just replaced my lamp after owning the TV for about 20 months. You should look into it, it is a great tv.

I love the TV and the lamp has been replaced.

Driver_King · 08-05-2008, 08:29 PM

If it's not the lamp, then I'd look at the Samsung's. My neighbor bought the LN32A550 and the LN46A550. I got the professional calibration settings off AVS and set them up. All I could say is wow.

They look so good, it makes me want to throw, not toss, throw my TV out the window so I could get one. Yeah, they look that good. I'm sure there's better, but for the price, wow.

Amon37 · 08-05-2008, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blu-ray Fanatic

If you can cough up an extra $200 or so you can have a better tv such as this one: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1215216782035

That maybe doable.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-05-2008, 08:33 PM

Check this one out also: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1207957070411

Driver_King · 08-05-2008, 08:33 PM

One more thing. Look at this TV and this TV. They're the same TV right? But not the same price. Go to BB and show them the CC price. They have to price match it and give you a 10% discount. That's how my neighbor did.

jcarys · 08-05-2008, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driver_King

If it's not the lamp, then I'd look at the Samsung's. My neighbor bought the LN32A550 and the LN46A550. I got the professional calibration settings off AVS and set them up. All I could say is wow.

They look so good, it makes me want to throw, not toss, throw my TV out the window so I could get one. Yeah, they look that good. I'm sure there's better, but for the price, wow.

Agreed, if you were happy with the A2000, the new Samsung rear projectors are the most similar in both technology and resulting image. I've read one excellent review of the LED backlit models, the A750 line. You could even increase in size if you're interested, there's a 67" model now.

I'm sure that the Mitsus are also very good, with a calibration, perhaps as good as the Samsung.

Or you may be able to locate a Sony A3000 on ebay.

CAB · 08-05-2008, 09:00 PM

Go projector! JVC and Sony have good LCD based ones.

callas01 · 08-05-2008, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Driver_King

One more thing. Look at this TV and this TV. They're the same TV right? But not the same price. Go to BB and show them the CC price. They have to price match it and give you a 10% discount. That's how my neighbor did.

+1 You have to play those 2 against each other, i always do, even on blu-ray movies that i don't want to wait on amazon to deliver.

CAB I am 100% positive Sony doesn't make Rear Projector TV's any more. You would have to buy one used.

Lord_Stewie · 08-05-2008, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amon37

My A2000 is dying. The picture keeps cutting out. I've troubleshot everything so that's not what this thread is for. This thread is for the fact that I'm going to need a replacement but best buy doesn't sell the TV anymore.

I bought the TV for 2000.00 back 2 years ago so that's the amount I'm going to have to work with. I'd rather not go down in size but if I have to 46 is the lowest. Checking bestbuy's website I see these:

I play a lot of videogames so I'm not really considering a plasma

The first and last one seems to be pretty good, but the problem is that they are pricey.

why don't you check out the wal mart site, you could find the same models cheaper, or even better check out Costco, that way you could save up money.

bhampton · 08-05-2008, 09:36 PM

Too bad you're not here... My best buy has a floor model 60" sxrd maked down to $1374.

All the Sxrd RP models are dis-continued so if they have any left maybe you can go up a size.

(I would just be very careful about if the screen got damaged in the store. I think I would take a flash light with new batteries and trace all over the screen with the set off to look for any damage.)

-Brian

Amon37 · 08-05-2008, 09:47 PM

I have an extended warranty with best buy so the TV has to be from there. They will give the purchase price of the TV and I will pick a new TV from them from there.

bhampton · 08-05-2008, 11:06 PM

I got that from your post... (If you were reply-ing to me) that's why I mentioned Best Buy in my post.

-Brian

CAB · 08-05-2008, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by callas01

+1 You have to play those 2 against each other, i always do, even on blu-ray movies that i don't want to wait on amazon to deliver.

CAB I am 100% positive Sony doesn't make Rear Projector TV's any more. You would have to buy one used.

Sorry, mate - I shoulda been more specific. Non-rear projection. :-) they still make SXRDs that shoot out the front onto a screen. JVC does the same just with different video processing engines.

Blu-ray Fanatic · 08-05-2008, 11:39 PM

If you have a lot of patience, then wait for a bigger OLED HDTV sometime in the future. Here's a sample of the very first one: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665327724

This tv is small but its incredible. Excellent for traveling and compatible with the PS3 or any HDMI device.

Steelmaker · 08-06-2008, 01:08 PM

If it were me, I would be on the phone with Sony! You paid 2000.00 for it. It's a 2 year old set for crying out loud! No tv should be crapping out after 2 years of use! I wouldn't just shrug my shoulders and say "oh well, time for a new one!"

08-05-2008, 08:03 PM	#1
Amon37 Power Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:USA,Arizona PSNetwork: Amon37	SXRD 50" A2000 dying, options? My A2000 is dying. The picture keeps cutting out. I've troubleshot everything so that's not what this thread is for. This thread is for the fact that I'm going to need a replacement but best buy doesn't sell the TV anymore. I bought the TV for 2000.00 back 2 years ago so that's the amount I'm going to have to work with. I'd rather not go down in size but if I have to 46 is the lowest. Checking bestbuy's website I see these: Samsung - 61" 1080p Slim-Depth DLP HDTV Model: HL61A650 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424961 Samsung - 61" 1080p Slim-Depth LED Engine DLP HDTV Model: HL61A750 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424894 Mitsubishi - 65" 1080p DLP HDTV - Black/Silver Model: WD-65735 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1205538040691 Mitsubishi - Diamond 65" 1080p DLP HDTV Model: WD-65833 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1183767793212 Samsung - 46" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV Model: LN46A580 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1206141604950 Samsung - 46" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV Model: LN46A550 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1202649424693 I play a lot of videogames so I'm not really considering a plasma

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08-05-2008, 08:16 PM	#2
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Let me take a look and give you my opinion.

08-05-2008, 08:25 PM	#4
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	If you can cough up an extra $200 or so you can have a better tv such as this one: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1215216782035

08-05-2008, 08:29 PM	#6
Driver_King Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tampa Bay, Florida Home Theater Gallery:96 Blu-ray collection:28 Trading Score:10	If it's not the lamp, then I'd look at the Samsung's. My neighbor bought the LN32A550 and the LN46A550. I got the professional calibration settings off AVS and set them up. All I could say is wow. They look so good, it makes me want to throw, not toss, throw my TV out the window so I could get one. Yeah, they look that good. I'm sure there's better, but for the price, wow.

08-05-2008, 08:33 PM	#8
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	Check this one out also: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1207957070411

08-05-2008, 09:00 PM	#11
CAB Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jul 2007 Location:::1 4K collection:88 Blu-ray collection:1827 Trading Score:4	Go projector! JVC and Sony have good LCD based ones.

08-05-2008, 09:36 PM	#14
bhampton Blu-ray Count Member since:Aug 2007 4K collection:981 Blu-ray collection:2537 DVD collection:67 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:18	Too bad you're not here... My best buy has a floor model 60" sxrd maked down to $1374. All the Sxrd RP models are dis-continued so if they have any left maybe you can go up a size. (I would just be very careful about if the screen got damaged in the store. I think I would take a flash light with new batteries and trace all over the screen with the set off to look for any damage.) -Brian

08-05-2008, 09:47 PM	#15
Amon37 Power Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:USA,Arizona PSNetwork: Amon37	I have an extended warranty with best buy so the TV has to be from there. They will give the purchase price of the TV and I will pick a new TV from them from there.

08-05-2008, 11:06 PM	#16
bhampton Blu-ray Count Member since:Aug 2007 4K collection:981 Blu-ray collection:2537 DVD collection:67 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:18	I got that from your post... (If you were reply-ing to me) that's why I mentioned Best Buy in my post. -Brian

08-05-2008, 11:39 PM	#18
Blu-ray Fanatic Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:San Antonio Blu-ray reviews:1	If you have a lot of patience, then wait for a bigger OLED HDTV sometime in the future. Here's a sample of the very first one: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665327724 This tv is small but its incredible. Excellent for traveling and compatible with the PS3 or any HDMI device.

08-06-2008, 01:08 PM	#19
Steelmaker Blu-ray Duke Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Chattanooga, TN Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:1	If it were me, I would be on the phone with Sony! You paid 2000.00 for it. It's a 2 year old set for crying out loud! No tv should be crapping out after 2 years of use! I wouldn't just shrug my shoulders and say "oh well, time for a new one!"

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