I haven't bought one yet, but I'm really considering it. I have one set of component video cables currently going to my TV (which are actually hooked up to my PS2, GameCube, and DVD player), one s-video cable for my sat. dish, and one composite video cable for my VCR (which I hardly ever use except to watch Star Wars). With the standard connections on the back of this Panny can I plug all of these in at once or will I have to buy those add-on cards? Also, will I have to buy those BNC converter plugs so I can plug my standard cables into the back of the TV?
Panasonic TH-42PWD6UY - Can I hook all these up?
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If you buy from VisualApex, they will include the BNC to RCA plugs for free.
The only issue I see is the composite and S-Video are shared. If you have S-Video connected, even without a signal, then the composite no worky. I found this out this weekend trying to hook everything up.
In my case, here is what I wanted:
Composite, coming from receiver which has cable box, VCR, and DVD composite connections connected.
S-Video coming from DVD player
Component, coming from cable box for HD channels
DVI, connected to HTPC.
The VGA is sitting unused because Frys wanted $200 for a component to VGA cable. I basically told the salesperson that Monster Cables were not worth $20, let alone $200, and it was only three feet long, and I need about nine feet long.
When I get a custom made RCA to VGA DB15 cable made, then I can get component from the DVD player again, and I don't need to worry about S-Video.
The only issue I see is the composite and S-Video are shared. If you have S-Video connected, even without a signal, then the composite no worky. I found this out this weekend trying to hook everything up.
In my case, here is what I wanted:
Composite, coming from receiver which has cable box, VCR, and DVD composite connections connected.
S-Video coming from DVD player
Component, coming from cable box for HD channels
DVI, connected to HTPC.
The VGA is sitting unused because Frys wanted $200 for a component to VGA cable. I basically told the salesperson that Monster Cables were not worth $20, let alone $200, and it was only three feet long, and I need about nine feet long.
When I get a custom made RCA to VGA DB15 cable made, then I can get component from the DVD player again, and I don't need to worry about S-Video.
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TH-42PWD6UY Inputs =
(1) Free Slot - Possible to add optional cards.
(1) S-Video/Composite*
(1) Component / RGB
(1) Component / VGA - The DB-15 input can be configurated to accept Component.
* The S-Video/Composite inputs on Panasonic Plasmas are shared. You have to use either one. With both cables connected S-Video disables Composite
EDIT: Jeepman beat me.
(1) Free Slot - Possible to add optional cards.
(1) S-Video/Composite*
(1) Component / RGB
(1) Component / VGA - The DB-15 input can be configurated to accept Component.
* The S-Video/Composite inputs on Panasonic Plasmas are shared. You have to use either one. With both cables connected S-Video disables Composite
EDIT: Jeepman beat me.
Ok, so let me make sure I've got this right. I can plug in my single component video cable (controlling DVD and game consoles) and I can plug in my satellite via s-video and everything should be fine, right? I'll just have to find another way to plug in my VCR.... buying one with s-video out is an obvious solution, but I really don't use it much. Anyway, does that sound like that should work ok?
If I remember correctly, I tried to plug the video from the vcr directly into my stereo receiver (Denon AVR-3802) however since I have a higher quality input/output signal (component vid.) it doesn't want to recognize the composite video feed. So I just use the front video input on the TV when I want to use the vcr. Buying a VCR with s-video capabilities would probably be the best bet.... much cheaper than buying an add-on card...hehe.
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Does anyone have any thoughts as to which is better: The component or the DB15 configured to accept component?
Bomber
| Originally posted by Glauco BruZZi TH-42PWD6UY Inputs = (1) Free Slot - Possible to add optional cards. (1) S-Video/Composite* (1) Component / RGB (1) Component / VGA - The DB-15 input can be configurated to accept Component. EDIT: Jeepman beat me. |
Does anyone have any thoughts as to which is better: The component or the DB15 configured to accept component?
Bomber
Bomber,
"Theoretically," 3 quality component cables should be better.
Practically, you may not see any difference.
It's always best to test different options anyway.
My preference would be digital.
DVI vs. analog did make a difference on my 19" LCD monitor.
Mike
"Theoretically," 3 quality component cables should be better.
Practically, you may not see any difference.
It's always best to test different options anyway.
My preference would be digital
.DVI vs. analog did make a difference on my 19" LCD monitor.
Mike
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I think you can use the VGA/5 BNC cable and just not use the Vhold and Hhold connections. Go to the Bluejeans Cable site. They have a picture and an explanation of the cable.
| Originally posted by DimaM I am awaiting my 6uy from Dell. Could someone explain how the VGA to Component cable works. I have a VGA to 5 BNC cable with R, G, B, Vhold, and Hhold. Will it work? Thank you, Dimitry |
Last night I tried to find some VCRs online that had s-video output. I suppose these are the s-vhs VCRs. They aren't very cheap....sheeh. You'd think that with DVD players being so popular that VCRs would be real cheap. Anyway, can anybody point me in a direction where I could find a good quality s-vhs VCR, but not spend a fortune?
If I do get the 6UY I am also going to want to replace my 4yr old Sony DVD player since I don't think progressive scan even existed at that point. This is a piece of hardware I wouldn't want to skimp on since I want a good quality picture as well as player performance (no glitches/chapter breaks). If somebody could clue me in on some good ones I could look at I'd appreciate it.
If I do get the 6UY I am also going to want to replace my 4yr old Sony DVD player since I don't think progressive scan even existed at that point. This is a piece of hardware I wouldn't want to skimp on since I want a good quality picture as well as player performance (no glitches/chapter breaks). If somebody could clue me in on some good ones I could look at I'd appreciate it.
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Nickeleye
If the link below doesn't work
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...33&Submit.y=10
do this:
- goto: http://www.bhphotovideo.com
- select "Video Consumer" category on the left
- select "VHS & SVHS VCRs"
- select S-VHS VCR type
- submit the search.
Buy a JVC VCR for a couple of hundred dollars.
B&H Photo Video is a reputable business worth supporting.
Mike
| Last night I tried to find some VCRs online that had s-video output. I suppose these are the s-vhs VCRs. |
If the link below doesn't work
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/cont...33&Submit.y=10
do this:
- goto: http://www.bhphotovideo.com
- select "Video Consumer" category on the left
- select "VHS & SVHS VCRs"
- select S-VHS VCR type
- submit the search.
Buy a JVC VCR for a couple of hundred dollars.
B&H Photo Video is a reputable business worth supporting.
Mike
Nickeleye
I would think a multi-thousand TV set is expensive. $200 VCR is not.
The S-VHS format requires higher-quality mechanics and electronics.
You get better-quality gear, not just another format.
The S-VHS tapes are expensive though.
For that reason, JVC develeped new technology (a couple years ago), which lets you use "regular" tapes for S-VHS recording.
Mike
I would think a multi-thousand TV set is expensive. $200 VCR is not.
The S-VHS format requires higher-quality mechanics and electronics.
You get better-quality gear, not just another format.
The S-VHS tapes are expensive though.
For that reason, JVC develeped new technology (a couple years ago), which lets you use "regular" tapes for S-VHS recording.
Mike
$200 is expensive for a VCR (to me anyway) when you can get a good progressive scan DVD player for less... which is another thing I am going to have to buy. Anyway, maybe I should just reiterate the reasons for a new VCR. I want a VCR with an s-video output. I don't really care about recording since I hardly ever do that. I don't really care about special features. I don't watch all kinds of S-VHS tapes.... like I said, the only movies I watch on tape are the Star Wars trilogy. Do any standard VHS VCRs have s-video out? Point is that I'm trying to avoid buying a $150 add-on card for the TV. If an S-VHS costs more than $150 I could just buy the card. I hope that this makes sense. If I could plug in my component video cable, s-video for my satellite feed AND composite cable from the VCR I'd be set, but I can't do the s-video and composite at the same time on this TV... hence either get a VCR with s-video out or buy the composite video card for the TV.
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