TV Input Request

[wesfau2]

Out of the blue yesterday my girl got a bug in her ass about getting a new tv.  I did the happy dance inside while maintaining a stoic poker face.

She is doing her research (Consumer Reports, etc) and I promised to solicit some opinions.

So....hit me.

We want 40+" and have no strong preference for LCD vs. Plasme.

Convince me.

[War Eagle!!!]

Out of the blue yesterday my girl got a bug in her ass about getting a new tv.  I did the happy dance inside while maintaining a stoic poker face.

She is doing her research (Consumer Reports, etc) and I promised to solicit some opinions.

So....hit me.

We want 40+" and have no strong preference for LCD vs. Plasme.

Convince me.

The biggest thing for me is the reflection. If you have a really bright room, you may need to go LCD. LCD has gotten better lately. I think Plasma still has the better picture, but if you watch in a bright room, it may not be ideal.

[wesfau2]

The biggest thing for me is the reflection. If you have a really bright room, you may need to go LCD. LCD has gotten better lately. I think Plasma still has the better picture, but if you watch in a bright room, it may not be ideal.

OK, that helps.

Anything else?  Does it really matter if I get the 720 or 1080?

[War Eagle!!!]

OK, that helps.

Anything else?  Does it really matter if I get the 720 or 1080?

The only thing that is broadcast right now in 1080 is blueray. No other HD braodcast even transmit picture in 1080. 720 is what all cable companies broadcast in. Not telling you one way or another, just throwing that out there...

[Buzz Killington]

OK, that helps.

Anything else?  Does it really matter if I get the 720 or 1080?

Just a few things for you to ponder:
If you go with an LCD, make sure that you get the 120Hz refresh rate.  The plasma screens normally have a 480Hz rate which is better for watching sporting events, but the LCD with 120Hz is good as well.

Blu-Ray is the only thing that you will currently see in 1080p, but the satellite companies are quickly trying to move in that direction.  Cable would be further behind them IMO.

LCD screens work better in brighter rooms, and Plasma works better in darker ones in general.

[wesfau2]

Just a few things for you to ponder:
If you go with an LCD, make sure that you get the 120Hz refresh rate.  The plasma screens normally have a 480Hz rate which is better for watching sporting events, but the LCD with 120Hz is good as well.

Blu-Ray is the only thing that you will currently see in 1080p, but the satellite companies are quickly trying to move in that direction.  Cable would be further behind them IMO.

LCD screens work better in brighter rooms, and Plasma works better in darker ones in general.

Good info.  Thanks.

If I have a ps3/blu-ray player and a 720 picture, is there any discernible difference in the picture?  Is it worth the extra $$ to go 1080?

[Buzz Killington]

Good info.  Thanks.

If I have a ps3/blu-ray player and a 720 picture, is there any discernible difference in the picture?  Is it worth the extra $$ to go 1080?

Trying my best not to sound like a consultant...it depends.
If you have a plasma, which naturally has the higher refresh rate, you probably won't see that much difference.  If you get an LCD, I would spring for the 1080p with 120Hz refresh.

[Saniflush]

This is how I am rolling.

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[wesfau2]

This is how I am rolling.

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Yeah, I like the picture on yours, but probably don't need to go that big. 

[wesfau2]

Trying my best not to sound like a consultant...it depends.
If you have a plasma, which naturally has the higher refresh rate, you probably won't see that much difference.  If you get an LCD, I would spring for the 1080p with 120Hz refresh.

Alright.

In looking around it seems like the 120Hz tacks some substantial beef on the price tag.

[Saniflush]

Yeah, I like the picture on yours, but probably don't need to go that big. 

Pussy.

[Buzz Killington]

Alright.

In looking around it seems like the 120Hz tacks some substantial beef on the price tag.

That is true.  It makes the Plasma a much better value overall IMO.

[wesfau2]

Pussy.

My new temporary accommodations would be dwarfed by that tv.  I'd have to sit, sleep and eat on the motherfucker.

[Saniflush]

My new temporary accommodations would be dwarfed by that tv.  I'd have to sit, sleep and eat on the motherfucker.

And your point is?  Buy for the future.  Grow into that mutha. 

I need a 70".

[wesfau2]

And your point is?  Buy for the future.  Grow into that mutha. 

I need a 70".

Hell, Brad would settle for 2".

[GarMan]

I need a 70".

I think there's a 70-inch beauty here...

[Saniflush]

I think there's a 70-inch beauty here...

Mmmmmmmm!   Cottage cheese.

[ssgaufan]

I think there's a 70-inch beauty here...

I've done worse.

[Jumbo]

This Samsung Lcd Tv has a great picture at a good price.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8793996&type=product&id=1205537712071



120 refresh rate for 350 dollars more!
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8793996&type=product&id=1205537712071




This is the best deal in Hdtv's right now 42in Samsung plasma 720p for 699!
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9052927&type=product&id=1218012528005

[wesfau2]

This Samsung Lcd Tv has a great picture at a good price.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8793996&type=product&id=1205537712071



120 refresh rate for 350 dollars more!
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8793996&type=product&id=1205537712071




This is the best deal in Hdtv's right now 42in Samsung plasma 720p for 699!
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9052927&type=product&id=1218012528005

Gracias, sir.

If the 720 will still give a good hi-def picture, then I'm leaning towards that 42" Samsung.