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03-17-2003, 07:00 AM
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More importantly, what are the TVs you are considering..
Film is shot in 24 frames/second. TV's process images at 30 frames/second. The 3:2 Pulldown TV has the ability to do the math courtesy of an on board chip which rectifies any inacuracies caused by the signal being received in one figure and output in another. This is of use when watching anything from an analog source (VCR, DVD, Satellite, Camcorder etc.) Now, before anyone says "Some of those are digital.." Not between the player and TV they're not (unless connected with a DVI or Firewire cable). RCA (Component or Composite) and S-Video cables carry signals that have been converted to analog inside the player/receiver.
My subject question is to do with the fact that there are some wanna-be TV's out there with 3:2 P/D that aren't particularly good - in the same way that a V6 Hyundai or Camry are not as desirable as a GTI V6.
For digital tubes, stick with Sony, thay aren't much more than the other decent digital tubes, but have the best allround performance/operation.
For Rear projection, try to avoid Sony unless it's an XBR or Grand Wega (LCD). Hitachi and Mitsubishi offer state of the art (affordable)performance in the big screens. Hitachi's construction quality is a little questionable at times. Mitsubishi TV's will offer more features, some of which are very useful.
RCA have some good screens in Rear Projection, but it is still RCA, and therefore not necessarily a comprehensively good design (they tend to cut important corners to keep the price down.
Pioneer Elite? How deep is your pocket? They are really top notch when set-up right.
Plasma? the picture is getting there, but still a little wishy-washy when sat next to a really good Big screen or XBR tube.
My subject question is to do with the fact that there are some wanna-be TV's out there with 3:2 P/D that aren't particularly good - in the same way that a V6 Hyundai or Camry are not as desirable as a GTI V6.
For digital tubes, stick with Sony, thay aren't much more than the other decent digital tubes, but have the best allround performance/operation.
For Rear projection, try to avoid Sony unless it's an XBR or Grand Wega (LCD). Hitachi and Mitsubishi offer state of the art (affordable)performance in the big screens. Hitachi's construction quality is a little questionable at times. Mitsubishi TV's will offer more features, some of which are very useful.
RCA have some good screens in Rear Projection, but it is still RCA, and therefore not necessarily a comprehensively good design (they tend to cut important corners to keep the price down.
Pioneer Elite? How deep is your pocket? They are really top notch when set-up right.
Plasma? the picture is getting there, but still a little wishy-washy when sat next to a really good Big screen or XBR tube.
03-17-2003, 07:12 AM
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Re: More importantly, what are the TVs you are considering..
Well, my budget *is* kinda constricted, even with this extra $700
I was just looking at the 32 inch Samsung TXM3296HF versus the Samsung TXM3297HF (this one has the 3:2 pulldown feature)
I can get the 3296 for $900 locally. The next comparable Sony runs 1500!
I have a small 750 square foot apartment, and my main viewing couch is probably only 7 or so feet from the tv stand...so anything bigger than 32 inches would probably make me dizzy....so rear projections are out for now...just looking to upgrade and replace my ailing 27 incher...
of course, this means i need a new dvd player with progressive outputs....
I was just looking at the 32 inch Samsung TXM3296HF versus the Samsung TXM3297HF (this one has the 3:2 pulldown feature)
I can get the 3296 for $900 locally. The next comparable Sony runs 1500!
I have a small 750 square foot apartment, and my main viewing couch is probably only 7 or so feet from the tv stand...so anything bigger than 32 inches would probably make me dizzy....so rear projections are out for now...just looking to upgrade and replace my ailing 27 incher...
of course, this means i need a new dvd player with progressive outputs....
03-17-2003, 07:12 AM
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Well...
I don't get channels through it yet. You can get a sattelite dish that recieves it, or a converter box for over the air on mine. Most cable companies don't broadcast HDTV yet. I know that AT&T, ***, and Comcast don't right now.
Right now I watch movies in HDTV clarity from my DVD player. I don't watch much TV, so I haven't gotten the Sattelite yet. But a good DVD player will send HD signals to the TV, and create an amazing viewing experience.
Right now I watch movies in HDTV clarity from my DVD player. I don't watch much TV, so I haven't gotten the Sattelite yet. But a good DVD player will send HD signals to the TV, and create an amazing viewing experience.