T.V.'s, Need Help Options

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Hey Guys,

I know most of you guys are very knowledgeable with computers so I though I would ask about Big Screens. I am buying a house and will need a new Big Screen and I have never purchased one before. I really dont know much about the newer tech with T.V. and want to do some homework before I go out and buy one. Can you guys give me some pointers of what I should look for in a new TV.

I have heard some bad things about Plasma, but dont know whats what. Please share what you all know on the topic.

[Genocide Junkie]

Rear projection sets have a limited viewing area. The optimum place is at eye level directly in front. Anywhere else and you begin to loose quality. The typical range is about 150 degrees. Like I said it is a matter of what is tolerable to you and by no means am I putting these down. You can get a quality set no doubt. One thing to consider when you go to see these sets is to see what it looks like with a lower quality signal i.e. cable or satellite. Most likely they are going to show you DVD's or HDTV. Of course that will look great. The true test is how does it look with everyday signals? I'll try to post more info later especially if you have more questions. No matter what YOU decide is best there will always be someone who claims "X" is better, cheaper, faster, can beat up your daddy etc. If you stick to a name brand and check out reviews etc online you probably arent going to buy a lemon. As with everything electronic you will find a better deal the day after you buy it. No doubt.

Junkie

LOL, mine actually looks sharper at a 45 or less degree angle. Kinda weird.

This is exactly what I'm talking about. It's a range meaning it's good straight on but the farther to the side you get the worse it gets. It's always going to depend on what's tolerable to you.



Junkie