40-50" TV selection...I know, another one.

jcopelan · 10-13-07, 01:51 AM

Hey guys, long time lurker and first (I think) time poster.

Well, I hate these threads, but I'd like to think I've done my research do far. All I've found is that there are way too many TVs out there (A good and a bad thing).

I'm looking for my first HDTV for my bedroom. I'm looking at a 24" Slimfit Samsung that I don't think looks too bad at all, so I wouldn't say I'm a videophile. The room can get very dark even during the day, and I will be sitting 6-7 feet from the screen. I will be using this with an Xbox360, 50/50 games and movies. Movies will be both upconverted DVDs as well as HD-DVDs. I'm looking for the TV that can handle that the best. My budget going in to this was anywhere between 1K-1.5K, with less being much better.

I am considering all types of HDTVs. The reading I have done has told me burn-in concerns are overrated, plasmas have the best blacks in my price range, and a DLP should be cheapest size-for-size.

A few of the choices that I have narrowed this search down to are below. Tell me what your choice what be of those, why you choose that one, and also refer me to other sets I might be missing.

I have on other question before listing those...Can the Xbox360 Elite output whatever resolution I choose, or is it going to be 1080P no matter what, leaving the TV to downscale it?

1. Samsung HP-T4254 Plasma. I've read it has pretty amazing PQ. My main concern is that it can't fully display a 720P signal. Plus it would come with a free Harmony remote from Vanns.com.

2. Samsung HL-T4675S DLP. Looks like a great set. Have read a couple reviews talking about geometry problems from the slim cabinet. How bad are those?

3. Panasonic TH-42PX75U Plasma. See #1.

4. Vizio 42" 1080P LCD. Don't know a lot about this set, but I've read it's the best of the no-names. Is it worth it to get the 1080P, or is the PQ of the other sets more important??

5. Toshiba Regza 42HL67 LCD.

jcopelan · 10-13-07, 06:21 PM

Any input?

doctorxring · 10-13-07, 08:58 PM

If you want an H-bomb of a 42 inch TV spend a couple hundred
more and get this one -- Panasonic TH-42PZ700U

You won't regret it. Awesome picture and great sound. It's
the perfect TV for that viewing distance.

dxr

jcopelan · 10-13-07, 09:33 PM

I can't say that I haven't thought about it. I just don't know if I feel O.K. dropping that much cash.

doctorxring · 10-13-07, 11:31 PM

Tis true, it doesn't grow on trees.

But consider those dollars spread out
over a few years, as this is rather
long term purchase.

$1450 is not much more than those
other TV's you are considering.
This one is 1080P. And the sound
is superb. Rich bass and clear
mid-range and highs. Outstanding
picture quality. Excellent controls.

Ponder this one and I tell you the truth
here. I would part with my Samsung 5084
before this one, and it cost near twice
as much and is a 50". This is a gem of
a TV. So is the 5084, but not all diamonds
are graded the same in brilliance, cut, and
clarity.

best, Chris

10-13-07, 01:51 AM	#1 \| Link	<a href='http://rev.avsforum.com/phpAdsNew/adclick.php?n=a4ac4393' target='_blank'><img src='http://rev.avsforum.com/phpAdsNew/adview.php?what=zone:30&n=a4ac4393' border='0' alt=''></a>
jcopelan New Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3	40-50" TV selection...I know, another one. Hey guys, long time lurker and first (I think) time poster. Well, I hate these threads, but I'd like to think I've done my research do far. All I've found is that there are way too many TVs out there (A good and a bad thing). I'm looking for my first HDTV for my bedroom. I'm looking at a 24" Slimfit Samsung that I don't think looks too bad at all, so I wouldn't say I'm a videophile. The room can get very dark even during the day, and I will be sitting 6-7 feet from the screen. I will be using this with an Xbox360, 50/50 games and movies. Movies will be both upconverted DVDs as well as HD-DVDs. I'm looking for the TV that can handle that the best. My budget going in to this was anywhere between 1K-1.5K, with less being much better. I am considering all types of HDTVs. The reading I have done has told me burn-in concerns are overrated, plasmas have the best blacks in my price range, and a DLP should be cheapest size-for-size. A few of the choices that I have narrowed this search down to are below. Tell me what your choice what be of those, why you choose that one, and also refer me to other sets I might be missing. I have on other question before listing those...Can the Xbox360 Elite output whatever resolution I choose, or is it going to be 1080P no matter what, leaving the TV to downscale it? 1. Samsung HP-T4254 Plasma. I've read it has pretty amazing PQ. My main concern is that it can't fully display a 720P signal. Plus it would come with a free Harmony remote from Vanns.com. 2. Samsung HL-T4675S DLP. Looks like a great set. Have read a couple reviews talking about geometry problems from the slim cabinet. How bad are those? 3. Panasonic TH-42PX75U Plasma. See #1. 4. Vizio 42" 1080P LCD. Don't know a lot about this set, but I've read it's the best of the no-names. Is it worth it to get the 1080P, or is the PQ of the other sets more important?? 5. Toshiba Regza 42HL67 LCD.

10-13-07, 08:58 PM	#3 \| Link
doctorxring Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 148	42 inch TV If you want an H-bomb of a 42 inch TV spend a couple hundred more and get this one -- Panasonic TH-42PZ700U You won't regret it. Awesome picture and great sound. It's the perfect TV for that viewing distance. dxr __________________ Panasonic 42PZ700U -- Samsung 5084 Yamaha RX-V661 -- Ascend 340SE, 170SE Toshiba A3x2 -- Panasonic BD10A,30K

10-13-07, 11:31 PM	#5 \| Link	<a href='http://rev.avsforum.com/phpAdsNew/adclick.php?n=a591f81a' target='_blank'><img src='http://rev.avsforum.com/phpAdsNew/adview.php?what=zone:36&n=a591f81a' border='0' alt=''></a>
doctorxring Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 148	Tis true, it doesn't grow on trees. But consider those dollars spread out over a few years, as this is rather long term purchase. $1450 is not much more than those other TV's you are considering. This one is 1080P. And the sound is superb. Rich bass and clear mid-range and highs. Outstanding picture quality. Excellent controls. Ponder this one and I tell you the truth here. I would part with my Samsung 5084 before this one, and it cost near twice as much and is a 50". This is a gem of a TV. So is the 5084, but not all diamonds are graded the same in brilliance, cut, and clarity. best, Chris __________________ Panasonic 42PZ700U -- Samsung 5084 Yamaha RX-V661 -- Ascend 340SE, 170SE Toshiba A3x2 -- Panasonic BD10A,30K

10-13-07, 06:21 PM	#2 \| Link
jcopelan New Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3	Any input?

10-13-07, 09:33 PM	#4 \| Link
jcopelan New Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3	I can't say that I haven't thought about it. I just don't know if I feel O.K. dropping that much cash.