Pioneer 9G Owners Thread - Present & Future

[4TA23]

Originally Posted by Plasmachick

Well I got my 5020 from an online dealer who is authorized pioneer reseller.

but that's the 5020. I think the Elites are a different story.


By the way, I read your review on AVSforum. Great review I must say. Can't wait to get mine calibrated.

Too funny as i saw your screen name over there as well on the last page and was like is this the same person over here??? LOL

I love my 5020 and I get your point on the Elites no clue if they have an autorized online dealer or not, I would still guess that Amazon is but who knows, one can check Pioneers site they list them on there.

I also have pics in my gallery as I just got my TV mounted the other day and calibrated and it looks sooooo nice...

[HDTV1080P]

To be an authorized Elite dealer Pioneer requires every dealer to have a retail store. There are many Pioneer Elite authorized dealers on the Internet. Best Buy, Cruthfield, Vanns.com, etc.

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/FindStore/Buy+Pioneer+Products+on+the+Internet

Also there are some Pioneer authorized Elite dealers that open only one retail store and then start up a website so they can sell the product mail order. Many small retail stores do not even buy directly from Pioneer but from an authorized Pioneer distributor. When I purchased the Pioneer PRO-141FD with a KRP-TS01 stand from a mail order company instead of paying $7,400 list price the total cost came to $5,025 delivered. The item was not shipped from the mail order companies retail store directly but from DSI Systems INC which is an authorized Pioneer distributor. DSI Systems Inc will only ship Pioneer Elite and Elite Signature products to companies that have a retail store and have been approved by Pioneer to be an authorized Elite dealer. Basically a Pioneer rep comes out to visit the retail store to give approval. Then some of those retail stores once they get Pioneer Elite authorized start selling the Elite product nationwide by Internet or mail order sales.

It is good to support ones local store like Best Buy also but my Best Buy just had the used PRO-141FD open box that someone returned for $6,000. I decided to get a new model instead.

[Plasmachick]

Originally Posted by HDTV1080P

To be an authorized Elite dealer Pioneer requires every dealer to have a retail store. There are many Pioneer Elite authorized dealers on the Internet. Best Buy, Cruthfield, Vanns.com, etc.

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/FindStore/Buy+Pioneer+Products+on+the+Internet

Also there are some Pioneer authorized Elite dealers that open only one retail store and then start up a website so they can sell the product mail order. Many small retail stores do not even buy directly from Pioneer but from an authorized Pioneer distributor. When I purchased the Pioneer PRO-141FD with a KRP-TS01 stand from a mail order company instead of paying $7,400 list price the total cost came to $5,025 delivered. The item was not shipped from the mail order companies retail store directly but from DSI Systems INC which is an authorized Pioneer distributor. DSI Systems Inc will only ship Pioneer Elite and Elite Signature products to companies that have a retail store and have been approved by Pioneer to be an authorized Elite dealer. Basically a Pioneer rep comes out to visit the retail store to give approval. Then some of those retail stores once they get Pioneer Elite authorized start selling the Elite product nationwide by Internet or mail order sales.
It is good to support ones local store like Best Buy also but my Best Buy just had the used PRO-141FD open box that someone returned for $6,000. I decided to get a new model instead.

Thanks for looking that up. I knew there was some stipulation to buying an elite online just wasn't sure what. Thanks again for clearing that up.

[wafi]

Totally random! Just wanted to say how much I luv my nu toy! In a way I'm glad Pioneer's done else I wouldnt have been able to buy it/afford it, not to mention convince the wife. Everytime I would look at my aunt's Pioneer [2005 model, and she doesnt even like watching TV, just one of those affluent people who wanted the best] I would tell myself that someday I was gonna get myself one. Never considered for a sec it would be this soon!

[Sonny]

Originally Posted by wafi

Totally random! Just wanted to say how much I luv my nu toy! In a way I'm glad Pioneer's done else I wouldnt have been able to buy it/afford it, not to mention convince the wife. Everytime I would look at my aunt's Pioneer [2005 model, and she doesnt even like watching TV, just one of those affluent people who wanted the best] I would tell myself that someday I was gonna get myself one. Never considered for a sec it would be this soon!

I'm glad you got your dream TV!! & everyone who has one knows how you feel.

[wafi]

Originally Posted by Sonny

I'm glad you got your dream TV!! & everyone who has one knows how you feel.

Yeah I hate nature shows but ever since I got it, Ive been feasting my eyes on the show called Sunrise Earth on Disc HD Theater every morning, just marveling the PQ!

[Sonny]

Originally Posted by wafi

Yeah I hate nature shows but ever since I got it, Ive been feasting my eyes on the show called Sunrise Earth on Disc HD Theater every morning, just marveling the PQ!

I've been doing the same for 2 years now! I remember when that show first came out, I always liked it though Plus my Cats go crazy for the nature stuff in HiDef!!! They don't care much for SD....well hell they haven't seen it in years!! My all black cat's new nick name is Kuro.

[saprano]

Originally Posted by HDTV1080P

To be an authorized Elite dealer Pioneer requires every dealer to have a retail store. There are many Pioneer Elite authorized dealers on the Internet. Best Buy, Cruthfield, Vanns.com, etc.

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/FindStore/Buy+Pioneer+Products+on+the+Internet

Also there are some Pioneer authorized Elite dealers that open only one retail store and then start up a website so they can sell the product mail order. Many small retail stores do not even buy directly from Pioneer but from an authorized Pioneer distributor. When I purchased the Pioneer PRO-141FD with a KRP-TS01 stand from a mail order company instead of paying $7,400 list price the total cost came to $5,025 delivered. The item was not shipped from the mail order companies retail store directly but from DSI Systems INC which is an authorized Pioneer distributor. DSI Systems Inc will only ship Pioneer Elite and Elite Signature products to companies that have a retail store and have been approved by Pioneer to be an authorized Elite dealer. Basically a Pioneer rep comes out to visit the retail store to give approval. Then some of those retail stores once they get Pioneer Elite authorized start selling the Elite product nationwide by Internet or mail order sales.

It is good to support ones local store like Best Buy also but my Best Buy just had the used PRO-141FD open box that someone returned for $6,000. I decided to get a new model instead.

I dont see any pioneer tv's at crutchfield.com

[wafi]

Originally Posted by Sonny

My all black cat's new nick name is Kuro.

Now that's what I call loyalty!!

[mdabb]

Originally Posted by 4TA23

I also had a Samsung 56" DLP but I had a pretty good pic with it but I also struggled with Down Sizing but the pic quality is out of this world. I only have the 5020 (check out my gallery if you like) but once I mounted to the wall it seemed larger than when just sitting on my TV stand. I am soooo glad I made the purchase and believe me you will too.

The Samsung DLP I have does have a nice sharp image but so many other quality issues that sometimes it's all I focus on. Poor blacks, hour glass shape on 4:3 material, bleed through, it doesn't have all that many features. I can't completely dog this set out but it wasn't my choice of TV's. Samsung gave me my current DLP as a trade-out because my previous DLP had issues with the 1st light engine, light tunnel failed three times, shutting off, Analog board failed, digital board failed, color wheel went bad. Anyhow it was take the trade or live with my original DLP and keep getting repairs done when needed. Good thing I bought the extended warranty !!! At this point in time I've had enough of rear projection DLP technology TV's.

It is kind of a bummer that I will be going to a smaller screen but I fell in love with the Pioneer Elite Kuro a long time ago and I wanted to get one some day, but now is the last chance to do so. I really wish I had the room for the PRO-151FD but I don't think I have enough. Also I haven't seen any great discounts on the 151 either. I know I will be really happy with the PRO-111FD, can't wait !!!

Just a few more days...................

[4TA23]

Originally Posted by mdabb

The Samsung DLP I have does have a nice sharp image but so many other quality issues that sometimes it's all I focus on. Poor blacks, hour glass shape on 4:3 material, bleed through, it doesn't have all that many features. I can't completely dog this set out but it wasn't my choice of TV's. Samsung gave me my current DLP as a trade-out because my previous DLP had issues with the 1st light engine, light tunnel failed three times, shutting off, Analog board failed, digital board failed, color wheel went bad. Anyhow it was take the trade or live with my original DLP and keep getting repairs done when needed. Good thing I bought the extended warranty !!! At this point in time I've had enough of rear projection DLP technology TV's.

It is kind of a bummer that I will be going to a smaller screen but I fell in love with the Pioneer Elite Kuro a long time ago and I wanted to get one some day, but now is the last chance to do so. I really wish I had the room for the PRO-151FD but I don't think I have enough. Also I haven't seen any great discounts on the 151 either. I know I will be really happy with the PRO-111FD, can't wait !!!

Just a few more days...................

Kudos too you I know exactly how you feel, hang in there, then you get to wait through 150 hours of break in lol very tough to stay with it then get a calibration and you will be in KURO Heaven

[mdabb]

Originally Posted by 4TA23

Kudos too you I know exactly how you feel, hang in there, then you get to wait through 150 hours of break in lol very tough to stay with it then get a calibration and you will be in KURO Heaven

I always like to calibrate and tweak stuff myself. My wife always tells me that I would rather play with my toys, rather than sit still and watch it. Hey it's OCD !!! No matter what I'm always gonna adjust the settings to what I like best for each source. I'm a big supporter of "personal preference" and the "do your own thing" way of thinking.

The break in time shouldn't be so bad. I mean, I barely get to watch TV but between my wife and kids, 100 hours or so will happen in a day........ kidding !!! I plan to leave the TV on during nights a few days a week to help pass some hours by. I don't think it's something to worry too much about like it was with older plasma technology.

Definitely looking forward to this weekend

[HDTV1080P]

Originally Posted by saprano

I dont see any pioneer tv's at crutchfield.com

Sorry, Crutchfield is an authorized Pioneer dealer for car stereos, my mistake. There are other mail order companies that have Pioneer Elite products. For example there is 6th Avenue electronics. If you visit their website you have to call them or email them for a price quote on Elite products since most companies that are authorized do not post the lowest price on their website.

http://www.6ave.com/shop/searchresults.aspx?pti=0200&mnm=Pioneer&cti=0201

Here are a link of some Pioneer authorized dealers and only a few carry Elite products. Usually a live chat or phone call is needed to get price quotes

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/FindStore/Buy+Pioneer+Products+on+the+Internet

http://www.4electronicwarehouse.com/c/tv/elite

http://search.vanns.com/sitesearch/search?q=pro-141fd&fq=brand_sis:%22Pioneer%22

http://www.onecall.com/ProductSearch.aspx?Ntt=pro+141fd&N=1167

When they say retail only on the website, they mean you have to call them or do a live chat for pricing and shipping info. For example the following link says "retail only" but then it also says they will ship the item with free shipping. Basically almost any Pioneer authorized Elite dealer will ship the product anywhere in the USA. Sometimes the product comes directly from DSI Systems Inc which is a authorized Pioneer distributor for many retail stores. All they do is use DSI Systems Inc to drop ship the Elite product. Other bigger companies will buy from Pioneer directly and bypass the distributor.
http://www.6ave.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=PIOPROFPJ1

[saprano]

Thanks for the info 1080.

[Porfie]

Thanks for all of your helpful info. I was going to purchase the pioneer 151fd, but after a great sale price at ultimate electronics I decided to get the 111fd. I ordered my tv on 2/12/09 and just got a call telling me it came in today so come payday Friday I will pay the rest of it off and they will deliver later that day. I'm excited beyond belief and have been researching it for 2 months. I bought my first 1080p Sony 46 xbr3 in October 2006 and I love it so it's kind of hard to imagine a better picture, but I have heard this pioneer is top dog and what all tvs are measured against. Friday can't some soon enough!

[wafi]

Originally Posted by Porfie

Thanks for all of your helpful info. I was going to purchase the pioneer 151fd, but after a great sale price at ultimate electronics I decided to get the 111fd. I ordered my tv on 2/12/09 and just got a call telling me it came in today so come payday Friday I will pay the rest of it off and they will deliver later that day. I'm excited beyond belief and have been researching it for 2 months. I bought my first 1080p Sony 46 xbr3 in October 2006 and I love it so it's kind of hard to imagine a better picture, but I have heard this pioneer is top dog and what all tvs are measured against. Friday can't some soon enough!

Congrats on your nu toy Porfie!

[saprano]

Hey wafi when are we going to get some pictures

[wafi]

Originally Posted by saprano

Hey wafi when are we going to get some pictures

I'm pretty picky when it comes to pics and just haven't had the time. There's a dozen or so I've taken using my BlackBerry but they suck a$$. Have to get my DSLR out of the box for some real photographs. Possibly this weekend! Those pics by m5ster of his Kuro on the avsforum are crazy, I'm hoping for some like that or even close to them else I aint putting them up, it would be too embarrasing lol! Plus its sitting on top of a cheap shelf I got from Walmart so it looks pretty horrid lol! Waiting to get it mounted after calibration sometime during summer.

[wafi]

Originally Posted by saprano

Hey wafi when are we going to get some pictures

When are you deciding on what you're getting Saprano? I'm rooting for the Kuro!

[saprano]

Yeah i like m5ster pictures on avs, they come out so good.

It looks like its going to be the kuro, its the last of the best tv i have to. im still looking out for what samsung's going to announce thats a step up from the A950. if the kuro gives me problems, or somehow i dont like it ( yeah right) then i'll just sell it and get the samsung. ether way i win