HighDef TV Forum...

[JV]

Originally Posted by Chris F.

Well, you wouldn't be able to see the type of rainbows I am referring to on a tube TV. The Rainbows you might see on the tube TV are due to the comb filter not doing a great job at processing the video.

Here is a link which will take you to a video of what the 'rainbow effect' is on DLP tvs. When you go into a store, bring a DVD that has black and white scenes on it. Then move your eyes very quickly from one area of the TV to another.

You'll see what I mean with this link. This video shows exactly what you will see if you are can see the dreaded rainbow effect (I wish I didn't see it! )

http://www.audioholics.com/techtips/...chnology2.html

Once you get to the link, scroll down about halfway through the page. Go to the box with the red border and then click the "here" link.

Honestly, to me it would be a toss up between a Pioneer Plasma, Sony SXRD (LCOS), or a DLP if I didn't see rainbows (I haven't investigated DLPs so I can't make a brand reccomendation there, but Mitsubishi has always made a nice set). Plasma gets very pricey beyond 50", so if you want a 60" set I would go with a SXRD....

By the way the possible screen burn in that I reported a few hours back appears to be isolated to a single set that a person bought, so ignore that fact. LCOS seems to be the best technology for rear projection right now, but thats just my opinoin.

Chris

Thanks for that, man. I can see the rainbow too.

For those Sony SXRD's, can you think of a national retailer that is selling those? I'd like to take a look at one in the flesh.

Thanks for bein the TV Swami, Chris.

Sorry to kinda hijack the thread, md.

JV

[Chris F.]

Originally Posted by JVZ104

Thanks for that, man. I can see the rainbow too.

For those Sony SXRD's, can you think of a national retailer that is selling those? I'd like to take a look at one in the flesh.

Thanks for bein the TV Swami, Chris.

Sorry to kinda hijack the thread, md.

JV

The SXRDs *just* came out -- literally, like a week ago! The big chain stores won't have them for another 3-4 weeks, but the smaller stores might have them. If you can hang tight for a week or two you can see if they are going to start trickling in.

The models #s are

KDS-R50XBR1 (50" SXRD) Retail $4k

KDS-R60XBR1 (60" SXRD) Retail $5k

There is a 70" Version of the set, that is called the "Qualia". Qualia is Sonys top of the line brand. The Qualia has been out for about a year now and is based upon this technology. In fact, these smaller sets are supposed to have better LCOS panels than the $13,000 Qualia. Gotta love how quickly technology is changing (and going down in price!).

You can get 15%-20% off MSRP on the new Sony SXRDs if you are patient and call around. Check out www.crutchfield.com for more info and specs.

Chris

[motordavid]

Originally Posted by JVZ104

...Thanks for bein the TV Swami, Chris.

Sorry to kinda hijack the thread, md.
JV

JV, I agree w/you...CF, et al, are making this thread a good tutorial. I realize we had a sim thread a while back, but this is good stuff.

And, no sweat as it's NoJack, imo. This notech knucklehead needs all the info I can get, lol!
BR,md

[Thunder22]

We just bought a 1/2 dozen panasonic 50" plasmas for the new facility, they're incredible, i highly recommend panasonic plasmas.

[Chris F.]

Originally Posted by motordavid

JV, I agree w/you...CF, et al, are making this thread a good tutorial. I realize we had a sim thread a while back, but this is good stuff.

And, no sweat as it's NoJack, imo. This notech knucklehead needs all the info I can get, lol!
BR,md

MD, are you and the CEO going to be looking at the screen dead on or from an angle? i.e Is your couch/chairs right in front of the set or off to the side? This will really impact what technology you pick.

[Chris F.]

Ya know, I forgot to ask you guys another important question....are there going to be windows behind your couch/chairs? Some manufacturers put a very reflective protective screen on their sets, whereas others use a matte screen which minimizes reflections. The more polished (i.e. shiny) screen shows a nicer picture at the cost of relfections in the room (Plasmas always seem to use shiny screens, as far as I know). The matte screens tend to come on the rear projection models (DLP, LCOS, LCD, etc)

[broknlgs24]

Originally Posted by JVZ104

When our new house gets built, then it'll be projector time. We're in a townhouse until '07, no room for a projector in our family room.

JV

but in reality, a projector takes up less space than a tv. not-2-mention, when it comes time to move, it'll be much easier. to each their own though. best-of-luck on ur purchase.

[MatriX5]

Originally Posted by JVZ104

For those Sony SXRD's, can you think of a national retailer that is selling those? I'd like to take a look at one in the flesh.

JV - I was at Ultimate Electronics last night and they got some of the 60" XSRD's in last weekend. They said they hope to have one on the floor by this weekend.

To Chris F's point about the screen covering - the guy at Ultimate said the XSRD Sony's would have the reflective covering like a plasma instead of the matte finish like a typical LCD or DLP.

[Chris F.]

Originally Posted by MatriX5

To Chris F's point about the screen covering - the guy at Ultimate said the XSRD Sony's would have the reflective covering like a plasma instead of the matte finish like a typical LCD or DLP.

Hmmm thats interesting. The initial owners said the finish was matte, but we'll have to wait and see. I haven't seen one 'in the flesh' either. Looks to be a nice TV though. I expect discounts will be heavy, especially if the economy tanks...

[SuperGreg]

Originally Posted by Chris F.

The SXRDs *just* came out -- literally, like a week ago! The big chain stores won't have them for another 3-4 weeks, but the smaller stores might have them. If you can hang tight for a week or two you can see if they are going to start trickling in.

The models #s are

KDS-R50XBR1 (50" SXRD) Retail $4k

KDS-R60XBR1 (60" SXRD) Retail $5k

Here is a link to a HOT ($3,778) price on the 60" (Probably won't find cheaper) LINK

I bought my 60" from them and would give them 5 stars.