Ok, so I will be purchasing my very first HDTV set the first week of July and would be so grateful for any and all input that

you more experienced buyers and users can offer. My budget places me in the $1100 - $1400 range. I am on the fence about

type as well (I know, the day is fast approaching and I am so unprepared!) am looking at a rear projection DLP or an LCD....

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? So far after what research I have done, these 2 links are the sets that

have caught my eye so far. Again, all feedback and help is GREATLY appreciated!

Set # 1: http://reviews.cnet.com/projection-tvs/toshiba-57hm167-57-rear/4505-6484_7-32368996.html?tag=sub

Set # 2:
http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-and-plasma/toshiba-regza-42hl67-lcd/4505-6482_7-32306259.html?tag=prod.txt.1

Wow, no response? Anybody? Please?

I am by no means an expert but after spending entirely too much time reading through all the different threads on this site I would have to say you haven't given enough info for anyone to give you a decent response. What I mean are details about your situation. The difference in screen size is quite significant how far away will you be sitting? What's the lighting like in your viewing space? Is space a concern? If so then the lcd is the way to go. Things like that. As to the benefits of each technology you can find dozens of threads discussing the merits of each but in the end it will most likely come down to personal preference. Have you had the chance to look at either of these sets in person for comparison purposes? You'll see different opinions on both these sets but the only one that matters is your own. I feel your pain, as I am trying to narrow down my choices as well and I think I have convinced myself of each of the different technologies at some point and I'm pretty sure the guys working at best buy think I'm stalking them. Sorry for rambling on but I hope you get my point. Check out the T.V.'s, see which one you like better, weigh your circumstances and there you go, chances are you will be happy with whatever you choose. Best of luck.

I see your point..... Maybe this will help, the main viewing couch is 8-9 feet away from where the TV is, size is not a huge concern, more concerned about getting the most quality for dollar. I love to watch DVD's and play video games, am also exciting about cable HD broadcasting. Maybe some ideas will come out of this input?

Get a CRT based RPTV. They are big and cheap, and the pricture is great. Try Circuit City and Sears. Hitachi and Toshiba make the best. Avoid RCA, Magnavox, Phillips, Akai.

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Any good alternatives to going to a retail outlet? The ones near me have exuberant prices when compared to online retailers selling the same product.....

Can anybody provide a good example of a CRT based RPTV. Still not sure exactly which sets these are....

CRT (cathode ray tube) is the type of TV everyone has used for the last 50 years. they can be bought in hd versions and widescreen not just 4.3 SD.

DLP and LCOS are the 2 most popular technologies. Some prefer flat panel (plasma or LCD). You really need to go to the stores and see which technology you prefer. Your question is like asking what car to get.

You really need to go to the stores and see which technology you prefer



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I have ebeen reading and visiting every store I can for the last 6 months and I still don't know what I want. I think I'm leaning for a DLP b/c I hate the glare off a plasma dn I don't think I really some of the LCDs picture. All I know is that I need to make my decision before college football starts. I know that this didn't help put much but I just wated to let you know that I'm in the same boat.

CRTs' are the dinasours of any current technology. Supporters only brag about their somewhat better 'black levels; but never mention all their downfalls.

There are plenty of 42" to 50" RPTV's well under $1500 now.

This is a long term investment, don't just look at the price and exclude sets that are a few hundered dollars about any limit you place.

$1,000 bought you a 23" color TV in the early 60's with a roundish picture tube that had trouble producing 240 lines of resolution.