View Full Version : Some Advice, Thanks.
Porkskin
09-06-2005, 04:38 PM
Like most, I'm in the market for HDTV. My first thoughts were either the Hitachi 57S715 or the Toshiba 57H94(both I think have built in tuners where I could receive local HD via OTA now). But I am a DirectTV customer and will probably upgrade to DirectHDTV later on roughly 4 or 5 months from now. Should I spend for the built in tuner now or go with the HD ready and wait. I'm looking to spend $2000 or whatever for around a 57 inch model. Or would the 57 inch monitor plus Direct HD receiver be close in price with the two above mentioned TVs. Last what would be a good HD ready monitor in the 57 in range if I went with the monitor. Thanks
Ratman
09-06-2005, 05:32 PM
If you're going with D* in the near future, I wouldn't pay the extra $$ for a built in tuner. All D* receivers have an OTA tuner, so IMO, it's a waste.
OTOH... if you want HD via OTA today and can't wait the 4 or 5 months, it's a call you need to personally make.
Isn't it true that most larger HDTVs on the market today have built in ATSC tuners, by regulation? Whatever's left "on the shelf" is a different story. The tuners originally added significant $ to the price of a TV, but today, I believe the number is quite small.
Most of these TVs also have built in QAM, meaning they can receive unencrypted cable (See the HDTV FAQ on that subject).
Ratman
09-06-2005, 06:34 PM
Isn't it true that most larger HDTVs on the market today have built in ATSC tuners, by regulation? .
Yes... you are correct. Not sure of the the 'size' though... but, there is a 'cutoff'.
Porkskin
09-14-2005, 08:14 AM
Well today's my 40th birthday and I'm going for HDTV. I'm going to purchase a Toshiba 65NH84, plus a DirectTV HD receiver today. I've been watching a 32" RCA, but tonight I plan on watching the Braves in HD, 65inch style. Wish me luck that everything works as planned right out of the box. I've got a :D smile like Bob on the enzyte commercial.
oman321
09-14-2005, 09:49 AM
Yes... you are correct. Not sure of the the 'size' though... but, there is a 'cutoff'.
I might be mistaken but I believe it is anything above 40 inches.
Happy B-day Porkskin good luck on your purchase, should make for a nice gift.
