++++ New HDTV Questionnaire ++++

[Rally_Racer]

Awesome guide DW.

have some awesome Rep!!!

[Deathwish238]

Originally Posted by Raz

Don't expect me to ask about a TV though, i dont have enough cash for one

but whilst im here..

Component vs HDMI, is there that much of a difference in terms on picture quality?

Nope, Component and HDMI(as well as VGA and DVI while we're at it...) all have the same picture quality. It can vary slightly between displays, but ideally they should all look the same. Generally, any difference in picture quality perceived is just from the HDTV's settings and once calibrated the pq will be identical.

That said, I use HDMI whenever possible as it is digital and more or less today's home theater standard.

Originally Posted by CM

I think a question about what they will use the TV for could be useful.

But they could just say that in number 6...

hmm that's a good question. I'll add it.

[E5Graffix]

Too bad I didn't see this 2 weeks ago when I purchased my Samsung 50" plasma TV. I went through months of researching before making my decision. These were all (Mostly) of the questions asked when looking. Be careful about stores like Best Buy wanting to sell you that $300 "Come to your home" and tweak your TV to fine tune the colors. Here's a web site to give you all the settings you need for your HDTV to fine tune your tv.

avsforums.com

find your tv and go....try the settings to see if it makes a difference. Hope this helps also.

[Brian]

Originally Posted by E5Graffix

Too bad I didn't see this 2 weeks ago when I purchased my Samsung 50" plasma TV. I went through months of researching before making my decision. These were all (Mostly) of the questions asked when looking. Be careful about stores like Best Buy wanting to sell you that $300 "Come to your home" and tweak your TV to fine tune the colors. Here's a web site to give you all the settings you need for your HDTV to fine tune your tv.

avsforums.com

find your tv and go....try the settings to see if it makes a difference. Hope this helps also.

tweaktv.com

[jamming]

Need a new HDTV? Start by copying and pasting this questionnaire into your thread so we can help you out


How big of an HDTV would you like?

46"-50"

How far back do you plan to sit from your new HDTV?

6-10 feet in a dark gaming room

How much are you willing to spend?

Would like to stay around $800-$1000 And i am not sold on the 1080p, 720p would be fine.


What do you plan to use this HDTV for?

Strickly gaming already have 52" samsung in front room.


Are you interested in a projector? If so, can you completely control the lighting in your room?

No !


Are you looking for a new surround sound setup as well?

No have Mirage nonosat 5.1

Is there anything else you think we should know?

I have been told that plasma's are better for gaming due to there 600hz capabilitys. I am leaning toward a samsung 650 series plasma, But i have been told panasonic tv's are more reliable and better picture for the buck., I don't want a bunch of features that i wont use, Dont need pc input and others, just for gaming period, On a 360 of course. Thank you for your help.
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[jamming]

Did i post in the wrong spot, No Advice ?