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Sceptre 37" LCD HDTV. Any Common!!!
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hdtvfan
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6. March 2006 @ 02:23 |
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I just ordered through costco.com. 1999.99 + 199.99 shipping and 6% tax. Total : 2331.xx
Let's hope for the best.
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zootster
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6. March 2006 @ 03:01 |
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Thanks for the heads up. I was able to order successfully. I'm looking forward to trying this out. The Costco satisfacton guarantee makes it a low risk proposition.
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vuamp2
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6. March 2006 @ 03:16 |
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My order is in. The risk is $199 shipping & Handling charge. I don't believe Costco going to refund this :o)
By the way, Below is the statement in the "shipping & Terms" section of the order page:
"The estimated delivery time will be approximately 20 business days from the time of order."
Does it take this long for $199 shipping charge if it ship within the US? My guest is the TV ships directly from Mfg. in China to us.
Good luck everyone!
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6. March 2006 @ 03:20 |
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My shipping looked to be $199 also but my taxes showed up as $242 and change!!!! I'm guessing tax is based on the state you live or have the tv delivered to. Bummer cuz that takes my total with $45 membership(otherwise you have to pay a non-membership surcharge of $100) up to $2475 and change :(....not that great a deal after all.
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hdtvfan
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6. March 2006 @ 03:27 |
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I read in this forum that costco refunds the shipping too. So, the risk is basically the hassles. Since it was Costco, I bought this. Plus, 1080P supported TV( I mean which accepts 1080P signal) at 2331 is also good deal. HP has one at 3500.00 (58").
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canon
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6. March 2006 @ 03:45 |
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Sales taxes are ALWAYS state regulated, dude! So if you live in Washington State, fasten your seat belt because you will pay large; if, however, you live in Oregon=zilch! Yes, Co**co refunds shipping AND rebate check. Incredible. Absolutely no risk. And the hassles are so minimal to be non-existent. Co**co just doesn't hassle people; they will want the tv returned in the box and they will check to make certain all the goodies are put back. Can't keep the remote. So, don't throw away the box and keep all the packing crap and you will be fine--should something go wrong. But the X37 bugs, I gather from talking with others, have been mostly fixed. I would worry about the X42, however.
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canon
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6. March 2006 @ 03:48 |
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By the way, Egomaniac, if you can find another 42" LCD HDTV that handles 1080 anywhere near your total cost of around $2500, let us all know! You will not find anything probably within $1k of that price. So stop whining, dude!
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8bobcat8
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6. March 2006 @ 04:09 |
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So, as I get ready to push the buy button for this TV (42"), will I be disappointed with the SD picture from a DirectTV source? What would be the best inputs for the best SD picture (component, s-video, composite etc)?
Most of my tv watching will be DirectTV SD. I will also watch DVDs via HDMI as soon as I get a new DVD player... I'm worried that I will not get an SD picture as good as my '99+/- Sony XBR HD ready 32" CRT. What say you?
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nowalking
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6. March 2006 @ 05:30 |
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So, as I get ready to push the buy button for this TV (42"), will I be disappointed with the SD picture from a DirectTV source?
Most of my tv watching will be DirectTV SD. I will also watch DVDs via HDMI as soon as I get a new DVD player... I'm worried that I will not get an SD picture as good as my '99+/- Sony XBR HD ready 32" CRT.
You have two things working against you as you consider purchasing a larger tv...
First, you can't really see how many imperfections your directtv SD picture really has on a 32". As soon as you buy a bigger screen, you'll see more detail/imperfections.
Second, not only will you see more imperfections on a bigger screen, but you'll probably also stretch your SD/4:3 picture to fit the 16:9 screen, amplifying the imperfections even further.
This is something you're going to have to deal with no mater what brand tv you decide to go with.
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capt2278
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6. March 2006 @ 05:40 |
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I agree with nowalking. I moved up from a 25" standard tv to a 34" SONY XBR HDTV. It took me a while to get used to the stretched images. But now, watching the same video on a standard screen seems puny to me. I love the XBR even though it is 250 pounds!!! That is the reason I am going to be selling it and going to an LCD. Yes, the picture quality may not be the same as the XBR, but I will take the hit just for the sake of being able to move my tv by myself. And, yes, the larger screen size you go, the more those set number of pixels have to be stretched to fit the wider screen.
Which begs the question, my XBR has a "standard" setting that allows a 4:3 SD picture to appear as normal on my widescreen. Does the Sceptre allow that as well?
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netnole
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6. March 2006 @ 05:43 |
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So, as I get ready to push the buy button for this TV (42"), will I be disappointed with the SD picture from a DirectTV source?
Most of my tv watching will be DirectTV SD. I will also watch DVDs via HDMI as soon as I get a new DVD player... I'm worried that I will not get an SD picture as good as my '99+/- Sony XBR HD ready 32" CRT.
I'm kind of in the same boat as the Sony guy. I also have a killer 32in Sony XBR CRT (no HD). Have followed this forum since Day One. The Spectre looks like a great deal. However, my Sony gives a spectacular picture regarding SD and DVD's (anyone who visits me says it almost looks like HD). Although I love gadgets, I personally don't see any rush in getting a new LCD until the technology catches up a bit: more HD channels, more 1080P source material (there are like zip now). I do alright, but damn, $2400 is a good chunk of change for a TV. These LCD's will come down a little bit more in the next 6-9 months; maybe you can nail a more reliable brand like (Phillips, Sony). However, if your current TV stinks, and you must have an LCD right now, the Spectre seems like a great deal. My Sony's picture is just too good to give up (even non-HD). I work in graphics and I'm still a huge fan of CRT - I'm hoping they adapt the technology to produce them in lighter/thinner sets (but I'm dreaming).
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bjkimb
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6. March 2006 @ 06:09 |
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netnole, I am with you on delaying. They sure aren't going up in price,with all of the new factories being built. I have a late model Panasonic 32" that is very good with Dish Network. Wife says she doesn't want anything better. Figures she would spend too much tine viewing, I guess.
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8bobcat8
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6. March 2006 @ 06:40 |
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The 42" wide screen Sceptre has about the same vertical height as the Sony 32" 4:3. I would not run the Sceptre stretched during SD D*TV watching. I can't understand why people do that! I want my circles round!
Anyway, since I know about pixelation of SD D*TV, I would expect the same on the Sceptre (the Sony shows pixels at about 8'-9' so we watch at 10' plus and get excellent results).
What I am worried about is fuzzyness and/or blur. I saw a bunch of plasmas and LCD HD sets (37"-42") running off D*TV at a brick and morter store. The pictures were fuzzy. Of course I had no way to "adjust" things and could not figure out what they were useing for "inputs" (I think it was RF... yuck). So this is the reason for my question: what should I use for inputs to decrease of eliminate the FUZZYNESS? And, what are the techniques to use for best SD picture, if any?
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zootster
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6. March 2006 @ 17:04 |
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Perhaps its obvious, but be aware of Costco's white glove delivery service. They'll automatically remove the packaging from the set, awhich you'd need if you want to return it to Costco under their return policy. I may not be home when its delivered, and I need to make sure my wife understands thatr - she's compulsively neat....
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indiprod
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6. March 2006 @ 19:28 |
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"if you can find another 42" LCD HDTV that handles 1080 anywhere near your total cost of around $2500, let us all know!"
Westinghouse recently introduced a 42" LCD (with very good user reviews on AVSForum.com). Model # LVM-42W2. Lowest price, delivered to So. Calif. with tax, on Pricegrabber is a little over $2500. It has two HDMI inputs and is 1080p, also accepting future 1080p HDMI sources such as Playstation 3 and Blu-Ray HDVD.
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hdtvfan
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6. March 2006 @ 19:32 |
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I spoke to Costco cust service. For return, packing material is not mandatory, but Remote is. So, do not worry about the packaging. I asked two persons, both of them said "if you have box, fine. Otherwise just bring TV and remote.". I think, it will still be wise to talk to your store manager first before throwing box.
Another wise thing to upgrade membership to Executive to earn 2% (learned from cust service). I used american express card and got another 2%. You guys may be doing the same, but I just wanted to share. With 4% cash back, my TV price went down from 2331 to almost 2200.
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hdtvfan
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6. March 2006 @ 19:54 |
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Westinghouse recently introduced a 42" LCD (with very good user reviews on AVSForum.com). Model # LVM-42W2. Lowest price, delivered to So. Calif. with tax, on Pricegrabber is a little over $2500. It has two HDMI inputs and is 1080p, also accepting future 1080p HDMI sources such as Playstation 3 and Blu-ray HDVD.
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Crutchfield has this TV at 2800. I shall not buy from that online store which is selling at 2532. Check the return policy. I read horror stories. But this TV is just the HDTV monitor (no built-in TV tuner of any type). Clearly mentioned in crutchfield site. Plus do not forget about extended service cost (300- 400)which is free in costco.
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6. March 2006 @ 20:18 |
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Canon said:
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By the way, Egomaniac, if you can find another 42" LCD HDTV that handles 1080 anywhere near your total cost of around $2500, let us all know! You will not find anything probably within $1k of that price. So stop whining, dude!
Hey "dude" seriously STFU with the lecture. I'm not whining so much as i am getting my concerns across with my first big tv purchase. I want to know all i can because some of us ain't big bank hank up in here and have to scrounge all our pennies to get what i'm sure we all agree COULD be the best tv for the best price available. However with no way to demo this tv before purchasing it still makes it a big risk for us all.
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wooly59
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7. March 2006 @ 04:23 |
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HDTVFAN - I was not aware that Costco offered an extended wrranty for free. Please give me more info. I wish to purchase the 42" Sceptre, but am concerned about long term problems. Unfortunately, the $500 off is only for a week, so we can't wait until the reviews come out.
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hdtvfan
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7. March 2006 @ 05:18 |
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wooly59, Costco has great return policy. The customer service told me that as long as you have active membership you can return anything except computer which has 6 months return policy. I specifically asked for extended service fee like bestbuy or circuit city. He said the membership fee is the extended service fee. I returned digital camera after 5 months with no problem.
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wooly59
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7. March 2006 @ 05:31 |
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Does that mean 1 year or as long as you are a member? There has to be some cutoff whether it's 1 or 3 years.
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hdtvfan
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7. March 2006 @ 05:59 |
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Wooly59, I can understand your confusion. I had the same. You can return after 10 years too as per customer service. I know, no one will return after 10 years, but I am fine if Costco takes care for 4 - 5 years. To avoid confusion, just drop in any store and talk to manager. You will be amazed!
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jbren
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7. March 2006 @ 08:21 |
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Wait HDTVFAN -
You're saying Costco will take back TV even after Sceptre manuf. warantee is expired?
If so, that would be outstanding, but I find it really hard to believe. Is this policy information documented anywhere?
Still hoping someone can answer my earlier question about QAM. What is different about normal ATSC and QAM?
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WebGuy
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7. March 2006 @ 08:29 |
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The content below is strait from their site. The return policy extends as long as you are a member.
Returns or Exchanges
Costco.com has a 100% guarantee on all of our merchandise. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer two convenient return methods. Costco.com refunds include shipping and handling fees.
1. You can return the item to the nearest Costco Wholesale location. To find a location, please click here.
2. If you are unable to return your order to one of our warehouses, please e-mail us at customer service. Please include your name, order confirmation number, phone number, and reason for return. You will be contacted regarding your return within 5 to 7 business days.
Please note, as of November 4th, 2002 , the return policy for all desktop and notebook computers are six months from the date of purchase. Six months after purchase, all computer services and technical support will be subject to the applicable remaining manufacturer?s warranty.
I've also attached a link that speaks on the return policy,
http://www.bargaineering.com/articles/costcos-incredible-return-p...
Your Friendly Neighborhood Web Guy.
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nowalking
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7. March 2006 @ 08:38 |
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People are talking about QAM on many of the threads re: this TV. What is it and how do I tell if my unit supports it/has it, etc?
256QAM is the way cable companies send digital programming over their cable line. With my qam tuner I can connect my cable directly to my tv and watch any digital and/or HD cable station that is not encrypted. The reality is that it is an unfriendly option, unless the tuner also accepts a CableCard (to decrypt) - most programming is encrypted. With Comcast, I am only able to tune in a handful of digital, hd and music channels. I no longer use my qam tuner. I've opted to rent the comcast hd stb for ease of use.
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