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J-San
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J-San says:
Hey guys, i'm looking at buying a new TV, since my old SD-TV is a piece of ****. The new TV is for my room, so i'm nNOT looking for a 50" epic sized TV. I'm just looking for something small and reasonable to play my PS3.

So yeah, small Hi-def TV for my PS3.


Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
Krakenia
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Krakenia says:
I'd go with a 32 inch samsung, 720p/1080i native! You can buy them for under $1000 these days! That should fulfill your needs!!
29/02/2008
<3 <3 <3 MGS4, Perth, W.A
J-San
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J-San says:

Krakenfood said: I'd go with a 32 inch samsung, 720p/1080i native! You can buy them for under $1000 these days! That should fulfill your needs!!



At JB/ Harvey, one of the general retailers?

Edit: ah cool thanks, i might go lay-by one in a week or so.

29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
Krakenia
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Krakenia says:
I got mine from Harvey Norman, when im not using the projector i use the samsung, and it is hot!!!
29/02/2008
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smASHer
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smASHer says:

Krakenfood said: 720p/1080i native!



unfortunately this is not possible.. its one or the other as 'native' refers to what the actual resolution in pixels the unit physically has.. not what resolutions it supports.. sorry to be picky bout it.. but many people don't know the difference etc. and can be caught out for thinking they're getting something they're not.

If u can afford it.. go for the 'TRUE HD' sets that will actually say 1920 x 1080 native resolution. But depending on price .. 1366 x 768 still look great.

Because ya goin small i'd recommend LCDs.. but if u went past 32 inch.. i'd certainly still look at Plasmas.. very good value .. and not half as much trouble as misinformed people will tell you.. Panasonic is one company that still develops Plasmas real good and Pioneer .. so ones to watch for.
29/02/2008
Kialla Shepparton, Victoria
dagamster
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dagamster says:

J-San said: Hey guys, i'm looking at buying a new TV, since my old SD-TV is a piece of ****. The new TV is for my room, so i'm nNOT looking for a 50" epic sized TV. I'm just looking for something small and reasonable to play my PS3.
So yeah, small Hi-def TV for my PS3.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.



have a look at some lcd computer monitors because some brands have hdmi ports in the back and all of them run at 1080p!!!!!:D and there cheap as look at this www.youtube.com/

(there only about $700 for a 28")
29/02/2008
Somewere near that post over there.
blackdog17
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blackdog17 says:
Mate i am currently saving up for an epic TV. Its Gonna be huge. My vision will plummet, but thats the price of biggest is best. Especially in neighbour wars LOL
29/02/2008
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JCranberry
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JCranberry says:
I have the samsung 42 inch 1080i'.

When you play resistance on PS3......you are there.

Don't forget the DTS Amp for true sound. Make the experience awesome.
29/02/2008
Sydney
ozdavo
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ozdavo says:
I have a samsung 46" F series 1080P (LCD) & a Samsung 26" 720P (LCD)
***got the 26" free with the 46"***
Both great TV's, but the 26" is a bit small (maybe I'm spoilt ) when set on a side table off the end of the bed. 32" would be ideal size.
If you want to sit up close to it, a 26" is great. (You might be able to find one cheap from someone who got it in the promo, as the promo ends today, these will still be being delivered for 6 - 8 weeks)

On LCD v Plasma --> Generally on same resoultion panel plasma will be better for movies & sport, but i wouldn't use one for gaming or as PC monitor as they are prone to screen burn.

Also the specs are not the whole story... you have to view each model you are interested in, as the picture engine makes a big difference to the final quality and colour intensity.

Interesting point: Later 2008, maybe '09 LCD's will start hitting the market with a cell processor as the heart of the picture engine same as PS3... shows how important picture engine is)
29/02/2008
Gold Coast
jubbo83
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jubbo83 says:
anyone here running a bravia? if so what do they think of em?
29/02/2008
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AussieM8
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AussieM8 says:

jubbo83 said: anyone here running a bravia? if so what do they think of em?


i've got an X series 46" bravia (no ps3) and i love it to death!
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
J-San
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J-San says:

ozdavo said: I have a samsung 46" F series 1080P (LCD) & a Samsung 26" 720P (LCD)

***got the 26" free with the 46"***

Both great TV's, but the 26" is a bit small (maybe I'm spoilt ) when set on a side table off the end of the bed. 32" would be ideal size.

If you want to sit up close to it, a 26" is great. (You might be able to find one cheap from someone who got it in the promo, as the promo ends today, these will still be being delivered for 6 - 8 weeks)

On LCD v Plasma --> Generally on same resoultion panel plasma will be better for movies & sport, but i wouldn't use one for gaming or as PC monitor as they are prone to screen burn.

Also the specs are not the whole story... you have to view each model you are interested in, as the picture engine makes a big difference to the final quality and colour intensity.

Interesting point: Later 2008, maybe '09 LCD's will start hitting the market with a cell processor as the heart of the picture engine same as PS3... shows how important picture engine is)



Thanks for that man, i'll look into it. The 32" sounds like it's just the right size.
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
zyxses
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zyxses says:
The best 32 inch for gaming is the panasonic.
29/02/2008
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goks
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goks says:
phasma is best for gaming and all rounder
29/02/2008
melbourne, victoria
jubbo83
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jubbo83 says:
personally i hate plasma for gaming.... well i just hate plasma screens altogether. but that's just me... lcd all the way!
29/02/2008
ere
ryjan
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ryjan says:
im also in the look for a new tv... was looking at a 40" sony bravia full 1080p lcd but think it will be a lil too big for my room, any thoughts on the HD bravia in 720p/1080i or u think i should just bite the bullet and get the full HD 1080P one...

or any other suggestions?

cheers
29/02/2008
melbourne
zyxses
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zyxses says:

goks said: phasma is best for gaming and all rounder

Agreed.
29/02/2008
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J-San
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J-San says:

dagamster said:.have a look at some lcd computer monitors because some brands have hdmi ports in the back and all of them run at 1080p!!!!!:D and there cheap as look at this

(there only about $700 for a 28")



That sounds like a pretty awesome idea, are there any downsides, or "actual" downsides, not just speculations and theories?
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
ozdavo
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ozdavo says:

J-San said:
That sounds like a pretty awesome idea, are there any downsides, or "actual" downsides, not just speculations and theories?



The "downsides" would be:
- No inbuilt tuner HD or analogue.
- No picture engine, the input source controls the picture, ie PC onbourd GPU v 8800 GTX Ultra etc.
- Limited Inputs.
- No remote
- Generally no audio

Probably others, this is just what I can think of now.
Though all of these can be overcome, or may not be an issues on particular models.

The end of the day, set your budget, view as many possible choices as you can, and be sure to view both content equal to your intended use.
... Then buy the one that looks best to your eyes.

Also -> TV's always look smaller in the shops than they will at home. All the wonderful 70"+ screens etc, shrink everything around them.
29/02/2008
Gold Coast
dagamster
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dagamster says:

J-San said:
That sounds like a pretty awesome idea, are there any downsides, or "actual" downsides, not just speculations and theories?



look at these http (nearly all of these are 1080p) www.viewsonic.com.au/
www.youtube.com/


there's stacks of other brands have a look for yourself

(they cost around $399-999)

EDIT $999 for a massive screen
29/02/2008
Somewere near that post over there.
fd3s
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fd3s says:
how far are you going to sit away from the tv???

generally for a native 1080p set..

40" - about 1.5m away
50" 2m away
70" 3m away.

29/02/2008
Melbourne
gdmatt
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gdmatt says:
I am getting a 81cm Sony Bravia TV for my room, which is very clear and a very good size for a room
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
ozdavo
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ozdavo says:

fd3s said: how far are you going to sit away from the tv???
generally for a native 1080p set..
40" - about 1.5m away
50" 2m away
70" 3m away.



Well each to their own, but the general industy rule is about 2.5 x screen size, therefore:
40" (100cm) - 2.5m
46" (117cm) - 2.9/3.0m
50" (127cm) - 3.0/3.5m
70" (178cm) - 4.5m+ (if you've got a 70" 1080P, you should have it in a professionally designed & dedicated movie/gaming room, as you obliviously have the $$$)
29/02/2008
Gold Coast
fd3s
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fd3s says:  
there is a guide/chart for this - that rule not right - at those distances you are not getting the full benefit of 1080p.

and I do have a 70" native 1080p tv....
29/02/2008
Melbourne
AussieM8
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AussieM8 says:

fd3s said: there is a guide/chart for this - that rule not right - at those distances you are not getting the full benefit of 1080p.

and I do have a 70" native 1080p tv....



is it the bravia, they're the only one i know of? they cost about $70,000!
29/02/2008
Melbourne, Victoria
 
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