RPTV vs direct for about 2K
01-01-02, 09:21 PM
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RPTV vs direct for about 2K
okay, i know this must have been discussed a gazillion times, but i need recent opinions. argh...this TV purchase is gonna drive me crazy for sure.
okay, i'm willing to spend $2000-2500. that'll get me a larger RPTV (about 50-51"), BUT i'll need to have control over ambient lighting. i have to be facing it almost directly to see it clearly.
it will also get me a 36" sony xbr450, or 34" toshiba or panasonic widescreen direct view TV.
is the 36" width the same as the 34" 16:9 tv's? if so, that would make my decision a no brainer as the sony can be found for $1999.
the main downside to this is that the screen size is much smaller and set is HEAVY. and...well...that's about all i can think of.
and now to top it off, i'm thinking of a front PJ, thanks to chlolack (excuse me if i mangled your name). btw, did you know that Sony has a front PJ designed for HT use that's $2999 retail?
finally, one big question - when do new models tend to come out? i'm not in a big hurry so if they are coming out in the next few months, i can wait. the XBR450 seems to be on sale everywhere, which means to me that sony will be dropping the retail price soon.
okay, i'm willing to spend $2000-2500. that'll get me a larger RPTV (about 50-51"), BUT i'll need to have control over ambient lighting. i have to be facing it almost directly to see it clearly.
it will also get me a 36" sony xbr450, or 34" toshiba or panasonic widescreen direct view TV.
is the 36" width the same as the 34" 16:9 tv's? if so, that would make my decision a no brainer as the sony can be found for $1999.
the main downside to this is that the screen size is much smaller and set is HEAVY. and...well...that's about all i can think of.
and now to top it off, i'm thinking of a front PJ, thanks to chlolack (excuse me if i mangled your name). btw, did you know that Sony has a front PJ designed for HT use that's $2999 retail?
finally, one big question - when do new models tend to come out? i'm not in a big hurry so if they are coming out in the next few months, i can wait. the XBR450 seems to be on sale everywhere, which means to me that sony will be dropping the retail price soon.
01-01-02, 09:35 PM
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This TV can be had for around $1500 if you bargain hunt or 1900 if you go to BBY or Sears.
http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
The Toshiba 50h71. Great TV, has a 3D Y/C comb, Built in screen protector ( removable to reduce glare) Anamoprhic compression for viewing of DVD's, Auto convergence(!) and two component inputs, one for DVD, the other for your HD box. This is one of the better Tv's that my store (BBY) sells and the price is fantastic. Sure going with a direct view you get a bit better picture but everyone wants an overall bigger screen
With the older (1980's) projo's you had to be viewing the screen with your eyes almost dead center 3 times the height of the Tv away in a room w/ dim lights. Not true anymore, with an HD projection you can get a very wide viewing angle (~150 degrees) with no major picture quality loss.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
53" version of same TV.
Another great RPTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
The Toshiba 50h71. Great TV, has a 3D Y/C comb, Built in screen protector ( removable to reduce glare) Anamoprhic compression for viewing of DVD's, Auto convergence(!) and two component inputs, one for DVD, the other for your HD box. This is one of the better Tv's that my store (BBY) sells and the price is fantastic. Sure going with a direct view you get a bit better picture but everyone wants an overall bigger screen
With the older (1980's) projo's you had to be viewing the screen with your eyes almost dead center 3 times the height of the Tv away in a room w/ dim lights. Not true anymore, with an HD projection you can get a very wide viewing angle (~150 degrees) with no major picture quality loss.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
53" version of same TV.
Another great RPTV
http://www.bestbuy.com/detail.asp?e=...t=24&scat=1470
01-01-02, 10:42 PM
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Goto www.goodguys.com they have the best prices I have ever seen on the net. Free shipping and no sales tax even if you live in California. They also protect their price for 60 days. Who else does that on the net. I just purchased a RCA HDTV direct view(for my computer room hehe) for $996.00 shipped.
Currently if you spend $2000.00 with them you get $150.00 off you order. I have no idea how they do it but several items are sold below cost.
Good Luck.
Currently if you spend $2000.00 with them you get $150.00 off you order. I have no idea how they do it but several items are sold below cost.
Good Luck.
