TV upgrade time....
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With all the talk about LCD purchases for computer monitors I thought it was time to serously consider upgrading my monitors and TV. I think I can cover the computer monitor upgrade.... however, I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. I am half considering dumping all my boat anchor tube stuff. I have some money coming, price is a limit, but not a serious one: LCDs all around are within the realm of possibility. I have more screen real-estate on my computer (dual 17" boat anchors) than I do on my TV. Although this is not uncommon for this line of work, still it would be nice to not squint at movies (heavy weekend DVD watcher). No hurry on the jump, I never jump on big purchases (anything over $100-$200 depending on my mood). If it is over 29" wide, it's time to buy a new entertainment center (which is not outside of reason either, and very probable for other reasons). Which means I have to decide what I want to decide how it affects other things. (dominoe effect) I do not need a 62" DLP with 1200 watt speakers. I want quality over gargantuan expense/size. There is only me, I am looking for comfort not impression. My only real limit is this: I want it moveable/installable by one person (me). I don't want to be forced to hire someone to help me move it or install it (I will do that anyway sometimes, but I want it optional). I also live in an apartment still, though some of this money is going in savings so that can change in 2 years. That means small DLP, medium to near-large LCD. I am very energy conscious, but that is a weighing factor given options. I am looking for some options and suggestions to start the thinking processes. I have only upgraded my computer for the last 3 years and ignored everything else, it's time to toss the manually wired shelf-stereo w/push-button-switchbox and teeny tube TV. what's good? what's changing too fast? I haven't even looked at TVs in 6 six years. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
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With all the talk about LCD purchases for computer monitors I thought it was time to serously consider upgrading my monitors and TV. I think I can cover the computer monitor upgrade.... however, I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. I am half considering dumping all my boat anchor tube stuff. I have some money coming, price is a limit, but not a serious one: LCDs all around are within the realm of possibility. I have more screen real-estate on my computer (dual 17" boat anchors) than I do on my TV. Although this is not uncommon for this line of work, still it would be nice to not squint at movies (heavy weekend DVD watcher). No hurry on the jump, I never jump on big purchases (anything over $100-$200 depending on my mood). If it is over 29" wide, it's time to buy a new entertainment center (which is not outside of reason either, and very probable for other reasons). Which means I have to decide what I want to decide how it affects other things. (dominoe effect) I do not need a 62" DLP with 1200 watt speakers. I want quality over gargantuan expense/size. There is only me, I am looking for comfort not impression. My only real limit is this: I want it moveable/installable by one person (me). I don't want to be forced to hire someone to help me move it or install it (I will do that anyway sometimes, but I want it optional). I also live in an apartment still, though some of this money is going in savings so that can change in 2 years. That means small DLP, medium to near-large LCD. I am very energy conscious, but that is a weighing factor given options. I am looking for some options and suggestions to start the thinking processes. I have only upgraded my computer for the last 3 years and ignored everything else, it's time to toss the manually wired shelf-stereo w/push-button-switchbox and teeny tube TV. what's good? what's changing too fast? I haven't even looked at TVs in 6 six years. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
Jeffry J. Brickley wrote: I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. For less than $200, you can get a nice 27" television. It's easily lift-able by one person.
"Opinions are neither right nor wrong. I cannot change your opinion. I can, however, change what influences your opinion." - David Crow
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With all the talk about LCD purchases for computer monitors I thought it was time to serously consider upgrading my monitors and TV. I think I can cover the computer monitor upgrade.... however, I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. I am half considering dumping all my boat anchor tube stuff. I have some money coming, price is a limit, but not a serious one: LCDs all around are within the realm of possibility. I have more screen real-estate on my computer (dual 17" boat anchors) than I do on my TV. Although this is not uncommon for this line of work, still it would be nice to not squint at movies (heavy weekend DVD watcher). No hurry on the jump, I never jump on big purchases (anything over $100-$200 depending on my mood). If it is over 29" wide, it's time to buy a new entertainment center (which is not outside of reason either, and very probable for other reasons). Which means I have to decide what I want to decide how it affects other things. (dominoe effect) I do not need a 62" DLP with 1200 watt speakers. I want quality over gargantuan expense/size. There is only me, I am looking for comfort not impression. My only real limit is this: I want it moveable/installable by one person (me). I don't want to be forced to hire someone to help me move it or install it (I will do that anyway sometimes, but I want it optional). I also live in an apartment still, though some of this money is going in savings so that can change in 2 years. That means small DLP, medium to near-large LCD. I am very energy conscious, but that is a weighing factor given options. I am looking for some options and suggestions to start the thinking processes. I have only upgraded my computer for the last 3 years and ignored everything else, it's time to toss the manually wired shelf-stereo w/push-button-switchbox and teeny tube TV. what's good? what's changing too fast? I haven't even looked at TVs in 6 six years. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
I would go for a medium priced ($250 to $400) 27 to 30 inch flat tube TV and wait for the next generation of flat panel TVs which will be double the quality at half the price. I would also start window shopping at the local Circuit City or Best Buy to see if there are any after Christmas sales.
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Jeffry J. Brickley wrote: I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. For less than $200, you can get a nice 27" television. It's easily lift-able by one person.
"Opinions are neither right nor wrong. I cannot change your opinion. I can, however, change what influences your opinion." - David Crow
DavidCrow wrote: For less than $200, you can get a nice 27" television. It's easily lift-able by one person. I actually debated that before. Even went down to the PX at lunch and lifted a 27, for diagnal size it is half the weight mine would be if it were that large, it was also the exact same depth as my 19". I was surprised. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
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I would go for a medium priced ($250 to $400) 27 to 30 inch flat tube TV and wait for the next generation of flat panel TVs which will be double the quality at half the price. I would also start window shopping at the local Circuit City or Best Buy to see if there are any after Christmas sales.
Stuart van Weele wrote: I would also start window shopping at the local Circuit City or Best Buy to see if there are any after Christmas sales. Unfortunately money will be about 30 days out... however, if I can find a 30-60-90 days same as cash, I could. I will head into the city on Friday (70miles away), so I will probably window-shop at Best Buy. Nearest Circuit City is 98 miles away though, and unless it fits in a Civic, they'd charge me the same amount for transport up here. Seems to me when I was in Best Buy before Christmas and trying to shake off the helpers they said something about once a week they deliver here. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
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With all the talk about LCD purchases for computer monitors I thought it was time to serously consider upgrading my monitors and TV. I think I can cover the computer monitor upgrade.... however, I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. I am half considering dumping all my boat anchor tube stuff. I have some money coming, price is a limit, but not a serious one: LCDs all around are within the realm of possibility. I have more screen real-estate on my computer (dual 17" boat anchors) than I do on my TV. Although this is not uncommon for this line of work, still it would be nice to not squint at movies (heavy weekend DVD watcher). No hurry on the jump, I never jump on big purchases (anything over $100-$200 depending on my mood). If it is over 29" wide, it's time to buy a new entertainment center (which is not outside of reason either, and very probable for other reasons). Which means I have to decide what I want to decide how it affects other things. (dominoe effect) I do not need a 62" DLP with 1200 watt speakers. I want quality over gargantuan expense/size. There is only me, I am looking for comfort not impression. My only real limit is this: I want it moveable/installable by one person (me). I don't want to be forced to hire someone to help me move it or install it (I will do that anyway sometimes, but I want it optional). I also live in an apartment still, though some of this money is going in savings so that can change in 2 years. That means small DLP, medium to near-large LCD. I am very energy conscious, but that is a weighing factor given options. I am looking for some options and suggestions to start the thinking processes. I have only upgraded my computer for the last 3 years and ignored everything else, it's time to toss the manually wired shelf-stereo w/push-button-switchbox and teeny tube TV. what's good? what's changing too fast? I haven't even looked at TVs in 6 six years. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
My wife and I were looking at a Samsung 46" DLP for our "Santa gift", but went with a new Media Center instead. The DLP was nice because you don't get screen burn-in like you do with LCDs and plasma's. That being said, you will have to replace the bulb every 2-3 years for about $200-300 a pop, but it's like new after that. If you play games or watch channels with a little of tickers at the bottom, don't get an LCD or plasma. The DLPs aren't affected by these problems. Samsung looks to have the clearest picture of all the DLPs we looked at and, IIRC, were one of the first to implement DLP technology from TI. If the industry doesn't change too much in the next few months we'll probably be getting that. Currently it is running for $2,500 at Best Buy with a $200 gift certificate on to of that. I haven't looked at the ads, however, these last couple of days after Christmas so it may be an event sweeter deal. This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights. Software Design Engineer Developer Division Sustained Engineering Microsoft [My Articles] [My Blog]
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With all the talk about LCD purchases for computer monitors I thought it was time to serously consider upgrading my monitors and TV. I think I can cover the computer monitor upgrade.... however, I still have an embarassingly small 19" TV in a cabinet made for a 32" TV. I am half considering dumping all my boat anchor tube stuff. I have some money coming, price is a limit, but not a serious one: LCDs all around are within the realm of possibility. I have more screen real-estate on my computer (dual 17" boat anchors) than I do on my TV. Although this is not uncommon for this line of work, still it would be nice to not squint at movies (heavy weekend DVD watcher). No hurry on the jump, I never jump on big purchases (anything over $100-$200 depending on my mood). If it is over 29" wide, it's time to buy a new entertainment center (which is not outside of reason either, and very probable for other reasons). Which means I have to decide what I want to decide how it affects other things. (dominoe effect) I do not need a 62" DLP with 1200 watt speakers. I want quality over gargantuan expense/size. There is only me, I am looking for comfort not impression. My only real limit is this: I want it moveable/installable by one person (me). I don't want to be forced to hire someone to help me move it or install it (I will do that anyway sometimes, but I want it optional). I also live in an apartment still, though some of this money is going in savings so that can change in 2 years. That means small DLP, medium to near-large LCD. I am very energy conscious, but that is a weighing factor given options. I am looking for some options and suggestions to start the thinking processes. I have only upgraded my computer for the last 3 years and ignored everything else, it's time to toss the manually wired shelf-stereo w/push-button-switchbox and teeny tube TV. what's good? what's changing too fast? I haven't even looked at TVs in 6 six years. _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
COSTCO !!! ~Alexander Kent
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COSTCO !!! ~Alexander Kent
232 miles away. :) hehehehehe _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
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My wife and I were looking at a Samsung 46" DLP for our "Santa gift", but went with a new Media Center instead. The DLP was nice because you don't get screen burn-in like you do with LCDs and plasma's. That being said, you will have to replace the bulb every 2-3 years for about $200-300 a pop, but it's like new after that. If you play games or watch channels with a little of tickers at the bottom, don't get an LCD or plasma. The DLPs aren't affected by these problems. Samsung looks to have the clearest picture of all the DLPs we looked at and, IIRC, were one of the first to implement DLP technology from TI. If the industry doesn't change too much in the next few months we'll probably be getting that. Currently it is running for $2,500 at Best Buy with a $200 gift certificate on to of that. I haven't looked at the ads, however, these last couple of days after Christmas so it may be an event sweeter deal. This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights. Software Design Engineer Developer Division Sustained Engineering Microsoft [My Articles] [My Blog]
I thought LCDs didn't have burn-in problems, because LCD screens don't excite phosphorescent material (which is the part that gets burned in). --Mike-- LINKS~! Ericahist | 1ClickPicGrabber | CP SearchBar v2.0.2 | C++ Forum FAQ | You Are Dumb