Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV - Club CDFreaks

**H3rB3i** · 17-08-2007

Guys,

I'm thinking of buying a new TV for a while now. First I wanted to buy a huge plasma screen but then I heard about Laser-TV and now I think I'll wait another few month and go for a Laser-TV.

In the latest news I found they said that Laser-TVs will be sold starting by the end of 2007. What you guys think, is this realistic? Anyway, if they start in 06/2008 then I'll probably wait.

What you think about Laser-TV in general?

*Dr. Who* · 17-08-2007

I have heard of SED T.V.'s but not laser yet. Hmmm I am curious as well and on the hunt. I was thinking between the LCD or Plasma at 42" or 50" no HD-TV or DLP's either for me.

*CDan* · 17-08-2007

Your best value, by far, is a DLP projection set. Any of the better units, (I like JVC) will meet or exceed the image quality on LCD or plasma at a fraction of the cost. If you don't believe that, go look at some and compare. If you're concerned only with HD images, and plan to never watch anything else like DVD or satellite, then it might be advisable to look at high-end sets. But the fact is that there really isn't much out there with enough image quality to make much difference. Even the 720p sets are more than adequate for 99% of the available material. All the rest is smoke and mirrors.

*Bob* · 17-08-2007

A lot of it is just marketing.

Best thing to do is just got and look at a bunch of them in the stores near you. Then go home and get online to look for the best price on what you liked best. See them with your own eyes.

Also make sure it has all the features you want/need and see them for yourself.

*Dr. Who* · 17-08-2007

Thanks for the suggestions so far but I want either a Plasma or a LCD unit due to the fact I plan on hanging it on the wall and DLP's can't be done like this.

*Bob* · 17-08-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Who

Thanks for the suggestions so far but I want either a Plasma or a LCD unit due to the fact I plan on hanging it on the wall and DLP's can't be done like this.

Hi Dr. go have a long look at them

I hope money is no object? Plan on spending some bucks when you find the one you like

*Dr. Who* · 17-08-2007

They are not too bad now still high but reasonable. I found a few between 2000 - 3000. If I upgrade the T.V. I might as well aim high.

still using a 27" standard tube T.V. right now.

*Bob* · 17-08-2007

I have a 40" HD Sony CRT and love it. I've seen some widescreens that i would like to have also. I couldn't tell you the model or brand though.

*CDan* · 17-08-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Who

Thanks for the suggestions so far but I want either a Plasma or a LCD unit due to the fact I plan on hanging it on the wall and DLP's can't be done like this.

Most DLP's only need an 18"x36" shelf to sit on and weigh very little.

*DiiZzY* · 19-08-2007

I'd have a look at Sharp's XD1E-series or XL1-series
Superb picture and very good bang for the buck (XD1E-series).

http://www.sharp.at/php/td.php?par=18_524_no_1299
http://www.sharp.at/php/p.php?par=18_523_no_1355
//Danne

**alan1476** · 19-08-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by DiiZzY

I'd have a look at Sharp's XD1E-series or XL1-series
Superb picture and very good bang for the buck (XD1E-series).

http://www.sharp.at/php/td.php?par=18_524_no_1299
http://www.sharp.at/php/p.php?par=18_523_no_1355
//Danne

Hi DiiZzY, I have not seen those models in the USA as of yet. But maybe I am looking in the wrong places. LOL.

*Bob* · 19-08-2007

Alan what did you end up getting when you were looking a little while back?

*DiiZzY* · 20-08-2007

@ alan1476
As I stated in http://club.cdfreaks.com/showpost.ph...11&postcount=6
LC42XD1E is LC-42D62U in the US.
XL would be 82-series
//Danne

17-08-2007	#1 (permalink)
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Dr. Who DVD neXt COPY Support Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 3,026	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV I have heard of SED T.V.'s but not laser yet. Hmmm I am curious as well and on the hunt. I was thinking between the LCD or Plasma at 42" or 50" no HD-TV or DLP's either for me. __________________ To get the latest DVD neXt COPY update click HERE. Please use the forum to get technical help by posting HERE My Current System : Gigabyte GA-P35-S3G ATX Intel Motherboard, Intel E6600 Core 2 Duo 2.66 ghtz, 4 gigs of OCZ RAM (PC-6400), GeForce 8500GT 512MB 128-bit GDDR2 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported, 2-320 gig Western Digital HDD's, EIDE 150 gig Western Digital HDD, EIDE 120 gig Segate HDD, Pioneer DVR-215D 1.18 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch , Samsung 203N SB02 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, LG H55L-1.05 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Samsung 223F SB00 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Antec True Power 650 watts Power Supply, Antec Gamer 900 Case, Sound Blaster X-FI Gamer Edition 7.1 surround sound, Vista 64 bit with SP1

17-08-2007	#3 (permalink)
CDan CDFreaks Resident Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: USA Posts: 2,557	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV Your best value, by far, is a DLP projection set. Any of the better units, (I like JVC) will meet or exceed the image quality on LCD or plasma at a fraction of the cost. If you don't believe that, go look at some and compare. If you're concerned only with HD images, and plan to never watch anything else like DVD or satellite, then it might be advisable to look at high-end sets. But the fact is that there really isn't much out there with enough image quality to make much difference. Even the 720p sets are more than adequate for 99% of the available material. All the rest is smoke and mirrors.

17-08-2007	#4 (permalink)
Bob I donated to the Tsunami fund and all I got was this lousy title Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Looking for my zigzags ~ I come from the no place and i go to the no where Posts: 15,423	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV A lot of it is just marketing. Best thing to do is just got and look at a bunch of them in the stores near you. Then go home and get online to look for the best price on what you liked best. See them with your own eyes. Also make sure it has all the features you want/need and see them for yourself. __________________ "You've got a hole in your soul if you don't dig the Blues" .....My New Build is Finished. Click HERE to join CDFreaks.com Formerly rolling56 I'm not responsible for my typing in chat or on the board I have Oldtimers Keith Richards ~ "If You Want The Last Laugh........Join The Rolling Stones"

17-08-2007	#5 (permalink)
Dr. Who DVD neXt COPY Support Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 3,026	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV Thanks for the suggestions so far but I want either a Plasma or a LCD unit due to the fact I plan on hanging it on the wall and DLP's can't be done like this. __________________ To get the latest DVD neXt COPY update click HERE. Please use the forum to get technical help by posting HERE My Current System : Gigabyte GA-P35-S3G ATX Intel Motherboard, Intel E6600 Core 2 Duo 2.66 ghtz, 4 gigs of OCZ RAM (PC-6400), GeForce 8500GT 512MB 128-bit GDDR2 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported, 2-320 gig Western Digital HDD's, EIDE 150 gig Western Digital HDD, EIDE 120 gig Segate HDD, Pioneer DVR-215D 1.18 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch , Samsung 203N SB02 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, LG H55L-1.05 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Samsung 223F SB00 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Antec True Power 650 watts Power Supply, Antec Gamer 900 Case, Sound Blaster X-FI Gamer Edition 7.1 surround sound, Vista 64 bit with SP1

17-08-2007	#7 (permalink)
Dr. Who DVD neXt COPY Support Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 3,026	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV They are not too bad now still high but reasonable. I found a few between 2000 - 3000. If I upgrade the T.V. I might as well aim high. still using a 27" standard tube T.V. right now. __________________ To get the latest DVD neXt COPY update click HERE. Please use the forum to get technical help by posting HERE My Current System : Gigabyte GA-P35-S3G ATX Intel Motherboard, Intel E6600 Core 2 Duo 2.66 ghtz, 4 gigs of OCZ RAM (PC-6400), GeForce 8500GT 512MB 128-bit GDDR2 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported, 2-320 gig Western Digital HDD's, EIDE 150 gig Western Digital HDD, EIDE 120 gig Segate HDD, Pioneer DVR-215D 1.18 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch , Samsung 203N SB02 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, LG H55L-1.05 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Samsung 223F SB00 Firmware booktype & Region Free Patch, Antec True Power 650 watts Power Supply, Antec Gamer 900 Case, Sound Blaster X-FI Gamer Edition 7.1 surround sound, Vista 64 bit with SP1

17-08-2007	#8 (permalink)
Bob I donated to the Tsunami fund and all I got was this lousy title Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Looking for my zigzags ~ I come from the no place and i go to the no where Posts: 15,423	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV I have a 40" HD Sony CRT and love it. I've seen some widescreens that i would like to have also. I couldn't tell you the model or brand though. __________________ "You've got a hole in your soul if you don't dig the Blues" .....My New Build is Finished. Click HERE to join CDFreaks.com Formerly rolling56 I'm not responsible for my typing in chat or on the board I have Oldtimers Keith Richards ~ "If You Want The Last Laugh........Join The Rolling Stones"

19-08-2007	#10 (permalink)
DiiZzY CDFreaks Resident Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Nordic Region, Sweden Posts: 2,800	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV I'd have a look at Sharp's XD1E-series or XL1-series Superb picture and very good bang for the buck (XD1E-series). http://www.sharp.at/php/td.php?par=18_524_no_1299 http://www.sharp.at/php/p.php?par=18_523_no_1355 //Danne

19-08-2007	#12 (permalink)
Bob I donated to the Tsunami fund and all I got was this lousy title Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Looking for my zigzags ~ I come from the no place and i go to the no where Posts: 15,423	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV Alan what did you end up getting when you were looking a little while back? __________________ "You've got a hole in your soul if you don't dig the Blues" .....My New Build is Finished. Click HERE to join CDFreaks.com Formerly rolling56 I'm not responsible for my typing in chat or on the board I have Oldtimers Keith Richards ~ "If You Want The Last Laugh........Join The Rolling Stones"

20-08-2007	#13 (permalink)
DiiZzY CDFreaks Resident Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Nordic Region, Sweden Posts: 2,800	Re: Plasma, LCD and Laser-TV @ alan1476 As I stated in http://club.cdfreaks.com/showpost.ph...11&postcount=6 LC42XD1E is LC-42D62U in the US. XL would be 82-series //Danne

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