Brew May 3, 2009 Share Brew Member May 3, 2009 you guys know of any good deals out there? im looking for a 37-40", 120Hz, 1080p, with highest possible contrast ratio LCD. I would like to only spend $1000. is this even possible? like this one but $400 cheaper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorgmaN May 4, 2009 Share NorgmaN Member May 4, 2009 A little more then you want, but for what you get..... http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...mp;Tpk=ln40a650 I have one, and love it to death. Watched Super Bowl, NCAA, Movies, PS3 Bluray/Games, everything is in great color (I have calibrated it a little, so its not stock) and looks crisp as anything that cost thousands more. Noticed this is open box.. if that matters to you or not. There is a new version: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16889102269 That has "better contrast" then the one I have, which I don't think you will notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushwack May 4, 2009 Share bushwack Member May 4, 2009 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16889187110 I have no idea how well the picture looks but I've have a Panasonic Viera 50" plasma for almost 3 years and I love it. It's only 720p but movies and the newer HD cable shows just look fabulous. Get plasma, 600Hz! http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16889187115 OK, I don't know what 600 Hz Sub-field Drive means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonfly May 4, 2009 Share dragonfly Member May 4, 2009 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16889187110 I have no idea how well the picture looks but I've have a Panasonic Viera 50" plasma for almost 3 years and I love it. It's only 720p but movies and the newer HD cable shows just look fabulous. Get plasma, 600Hz! http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16889187115 OK, I don't know what 600 Hz Sub-field Drive means. Nah, that power supply is only 60hz bush. Not good for games! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveForPriscillaChan May 4, 2009 Share LoveForPriscillaChan Member May 4, 2009 when it comes to LCDs, does Hz even matter? i thought it was always ms that matters; can somebody explain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruff_Ryder May 4, 2009 Share Ruff_Ryder Member May 4, 2009 I would recommend a Plasma over LCD. Plasma vs LCD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymo May 4, 2009 Share anonymo Member May 4, 2009 While I would also recommend plasmas, you're not getting one worth the money for under $1000 (you're not getting one under $2500 for that matter) I would recommend any LCD from Sony/Samsung (same panels as they share manufacturing) or Sharp with Sharp probably being the cheapest usually. Cheapest in this sense though does mean less features, like PiP but that's about all you're missing. If you can grab Norgman's recommendation, great TV. Side Note: ignore plasmas with high refresh rates as they don't suffer from motion blur at lower refresh rates the same way LCDs do (most plasmas are considered 240hz and above when it's actually listed) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymo May 4, 2009 Share anonymo Member May 4, 2009 when it comes to LCDs, does Hz even matter? i thought it was always ms that matters; can somebody explain? It doesn't matter with plasmas as their display method differs from LCDs in a way that doesn't cause the motion blur associated with LCDs. Motion Blur (thanks to Ruff_Ryder for the good link) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroDamage May 4, 2009 Share ZeroDamage Member May 4, 2009 Sharp is the brand I purchased back at tax time. 120hz 52-inches and it was only 1400 bucks when I got it. You should be able to find a 40-42 inch for less than that. My local cable company has 1080i HD and the image quality is simply amazing on shows like Lost. You can see the actors' pores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushwack May 4, 2009 Share bushwack Member May 4, 2009 when it comes to LCDs, does Hz even matter? i thought it was always ms that matters; can somebody explain? It doesn't matter with plasmas as their display method differs from LCDs in a way that doesn't cause the motion blur associated with LCDs. Motion Blur (thanks to Ruff_Ryder for the good link) Good motion blur read. That's exactly why I ditched my last lcd (22" Asus) and went back to CRT for computer gaming. I can't handle the blur. And while I've never noticed any blurring watching a movie on my plasma, if I concentrate on the pointer and move it real fast I can see some playing my Wii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boiler May 4, 2009 Share boiler Member May 4, 2009 Just found this. Best I can find with your requirements. Samsung 40" LN40B550 LCD HDTV - $949 on sale right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushwack May 4, 2009 Share bushwack Member May 4, 2009 Nah, that power supply is only 60hz bush. Not good for games! What kind if electricity you guys running up there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroDamage May 4, 2009 Share ZeroDamage Member May 4, 2009 You may want to take a look at the Dell Outlet store. http://www.dell.com/outlet Here is a nice Sharp 40-inch for $829 (gotta click on the link to see the sale price). http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/product...022053#Overview Take a look on their twitter site for coupon deals: http://www.twitter.com/delloutlet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew May 4, 2009 Author Share Brew Member May 4, 2009 Just found this. Best I can find with your requirements. Samsung 40" LN40B550 LCD HDTV - $949 on sale right now. By looking at a different site it says the tv is only 60hz. i might just have to spend a little more. You may want to take a look at the Dell Outlet store. http://www.dell.com/outlet Here is a nice Sharp 40-inch for $829 (gotta click on the link to see the sale price). http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/product...022053#Overview Take a look on their twitter site for coupon deals: http://www.twitter.com/delloutlet thats the same tv boiler showed me.. so when i sign up for twitter, dell outlet sends coupons occasionally? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew May 4, 2009 Author Share Brew Member May 4, 2009 i really like this one (never heard of the the website though). what do you think? can anyone find it cheaper? http://www.dbuys.com/product/?55068&ca...d_id=55068##ACC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveForPriscillaChan May 4, 2009 Share LoveForPriscillaChan Member May 4, 2009 when it comes to LCDs, does Hz even matter? i thought it was always ms that matters; can somebody explain? It doesn't matter with plasmas as their display method differs from LCDs in a way that doesn't cause the motion blur associated with LCDs. Motion Blur (thanks to Ruff_Ryder for the good link) how come when i buy LCD computer monitors, they do not advertise the refresh rate, but just the response time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samurai nightling May 5, 2009 Share samurai nightling Member May 5, 2009 Cuz they want you to buy it based on stuff that doesn't really matter that much. "OHHHHH this monitor has a response time of 5ms over those ones that are 6ms!!" That changes nothing that is noticeable. It's a negligible time difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonfly May 5, 2009 Share dragonfly Member May 5, 2009 That and almost any LCD is 60Hz at a decent resolution, so no point in advertising the standard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brew May 7, 2009 Author Share Brew Member May 7, 2009 well thanks for the input guys. i went with the this one at that price. I went a little over my budget but i think it was worth it and very happy with the choice! http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LN40B650-40-...2664&sr=8-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroDamage May 7, 2009 Share ZeroDamage Member May 7, 2009 Take a look on their twitter site for coupon deals: http://www.twitter.com/delloutletthats the same tv boiler showed me.. so when i sign up for twitter, dell outlet sends coupons occasionally? You will have to keep tabs on Twitter basically. You will not receive any email but if you keep up with your Twitter feed while following the Dell Outlet, you will receive notices of new deals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Mmmm]Homer May 7, 2009 Share [Mmmm]Homer Member May 7, 2009 42" Westy 1080p $580 + ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushwack May 7, 2009 Share bushwack Member May 7, 2009 (edited) 42" Westy 1080p $580 + ship Wow that's low. Makes me want to hang it on the wall and use it as a computer monitor. Just found this http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/product...amp;lid=1022053 Edited May 7, 2009 by bushwack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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