60" Rear Projection LCD HDTV on sale at Costo this week.

[cardaway]

Anybody have any experience with this model or similar models? I'm looking for what would be the pros and cons for this set.

It's on sale for $2499 ($300 off $2799) this week.

Sorry but I couldn't find the model number.

[Deftones]

What brand? Akai?

I'd be leery of anything that isn't a name brand, however Costco has by far the best return policy in the business, so it's pretty low risk if you decide to buy it.

[gmal2003]

Akai is a good brand. It is the same exact company/design of the Samsung models. I have an Akai TV and its the exact same as my friends Samsung who paid 100s more.

[Sdallnct]

I mentioned it in the LCD vs DLP thread. I believe this is the one you are talking about,

Don't know how big you want, but this is a good deal at Costco, it evidently is $2,500 with cart and with the "in store flyer coupon".

Panasonic PT-60LCX64 60" LCD Projection TV

Broadcast Format Displayed: 480i (SDTV), 720p (HDTV)
Broadcast Format Supported: 1080i (HDTV), 480i (SDTV), 480p (EDTV), 720p (HDTV)
Detailed Specifications
Product Type: LCD Rear Projection TV
Features: SAP
General Features: 3/2 Pulldown, Anti-Reflection Glass Coating, Closed Caption, Multi-Language Menu, Sleep Timer, V-Chip
Remote Control: Same Brand Remote
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (Widescreen)
Audio Format Supported: BBE High Definition Sound, MTS Stereo with DBX® Noise Reduction, Surround Sound
Brightness: 300 cd/m2
Comb Filter: Motion-Adaptive 3D-Y/C
Diagonal Screen Size: 60 in
HDTV Built-in Tuner: Yes
HDTV Compatible: Yes
Picture in Picture: Dual Tuner PIP
Progressive Scan: Yes
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Video Broadcast Standards: ATSC (Digital), NTSC (analog)
Input: A/V (Composite), Analog Coaxial(RF), HD Component Video, HDMI, S-Video, Video - 15 pin High-Density D-shell (VGA)
Output: A/V (Composite)
Slots: cableCARD, SD Card
Height: 41.3 in
Width: 64.4 in
Depth: 18.1 in
Weight: 103 lbs

Found this TV in the weekly coupon flyer for 7/25-7/31

[Deftones]

Akai is a good brand. It is the same exact company/design of the Samsung models. I have an Akai TV and its the exact same as my friends Samsung who paid 100s more.

Not what I've heard. These cheapie Korean and Chinese knock offs don't have the same quality as some of the bigger name brands. To each their own, I guess. But like I said, buying something like this at Costco is pretty much no risk due to their return policy.

[RockStrongo]

Not what I've heard. These cheapie Korean and Chinese knock offs don't have the same quality as some of the bigger name brands. To each their own, I guess. But like I said, buying something like this at Costco is pretty much no risk due to their return policy.

Ditto...they are cheaper for a reason....they use cheaper parts.

Yes, with some brands you pay a bit for name, but moreso, you pay for superior parts.

Though, my definition and your definition of "same" may be very different. ;)

[cardaway]

The brand is Panasonic. See Sdallnct's post for the full specs (thanks).

Does anybody have one or one similar? Looking for feedback from owners.

[Sdallnct]

The brand is Panasonic. See Sdallnct's post for the full specs (thanks).

Does anybody have one or one similar? Looking for feedback from owners.

I was considering the 50" version last year. I had it narrowed between the Panny and the Sony. IMHO, it was a toss up.

Which did I actually get? Neither. Decided to build my HT room with and now have a 94" DIY screen, front pj and everthing else I needed (paint, wood, etc) for about the same money.