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Sony WEGA? SXRD? Rear Projection HDTV 50" 55" and 60" discussion
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aabbccdd
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26. June 2006 @ 23:20 |
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guys this is the future of highend TVs looked at them today the price runs about 2700.00 dollars retail ,has anyone else seen these
there not LCDs DLPs or Plasma it called LCOS
http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-...
Product Features
1080p display provides the highest quality Progressive-scan picture possible from a high-definition source
DRC (Digital Reality Creation) circuit upgrades standard 480i signals with a digital mapping process, providing a near-high-definition-quality picture from standard video signals
SXRD technology uses 3 reflective silicon panels to create full color images and reduce response time of image changes and movement
WEGA Engine system minimizes signal deterioration and stabilizes the signal process delivering a high-quality picture; an advanced iris shutter automatically opens and closes to create vivid whites and superb contrast in dark scenes
3D digital comb filter delivers state-of-the-art detail and color enhancement
HDMI input provides an uncompressed all-digital audio/video link for the highest-quality connection and supports copy-protected HD broadcast content
16:9 widescreen aspect ratio delivers a cinema-style entertainment experience; widescreen mode allows you to watch 4:3 broadcasts in widescreen; CineMotion utilizes 3-2 reverse pulldown for accurate reproduction of film-based sources
i.LINK (IEEE 1394) input provides a direct digital-to-digital video hookup with compatible devices
Inputs: 3 composite video (1 front and 2 rear), 2 component video (rear), 3 S-video (1 front and 2 rear), 1 PC (rear), 1 HDMI (rear), 5 audio (1 front and 4 rear), 2 RF (rear), 3 i.LINK (rear), CableCARD slot
Outputs: 1 analog audio (rear), 1 optical digital and audio (rear)
SRS TruSurround, Dolby digital audio and S-Master digital amplifier deliver a virtual surround sound experience; SteadySound automatic volume control
V-Chip parental controls keep children from being exposed to undesirable material
Other convenient features include info banner, sleep timer, auto SAP, Twin-View and favorite channel settings
Universal remote included
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27. June 2006 @ 04:17 |
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dblbogey7
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27. June 2006 @ 05:42 |
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I have the 60 inch XBR1 model.
The new SXRD's coming out soon will be able to accept 1080P signals thru HDMI. The S2000 (or A2000) series will have 2 HDMI inputs while the XBR2 series will have 3 HDMI inputs. I have to do more research to see if these specs are accurate and if the HDMI's are version 1.3 compliant. It will be interesting to read those 70+ pages of posts on the AVS Forums.
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eatsushi
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27. June 2006 @ 06:55 |
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dblbogey7 - you're right about the number of HDMI inputs. According to sonystyle (munx's link) the A2000 series will have 2 HDMI inputs in the rear while the XBR2 sries will have 3 (1 in front and 2 rear). I was plannning on getting the 60 inch A2000 model but I'll have to make sure that there is a way to upgrade to HDMI 1.3 if this isn't compliant yet.
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27. June 2006 @ 07:18 |
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yeah i may wait a little while the newer models will have the speakers on the botton instead of the sides which is a plus for me because of a room issue
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diabolos
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28. June 2006 @ 10:54 |
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aabbccdd
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28. June 2006 @ 11:49 |
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wonder if the price point will stay the same or go up its 2999.00 now at my local highend audio store they said they could sell it to me for 2699.00 but thats the 2005 model
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9. July 2006 @ 20:50 |
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the new model should be out in the next couple weeks ,looks like the price point is going to be around 2600.00 to 2700.00 dollars for the 50"
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eatsushi
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10. July 2006 @ 09:37 |
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Thanks for the heads up. I'll be getting the 60 inch model and will probably give in and get the Toshiba HD-A1 HD-DVD player (thanks to Ced and doublebogey7).
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10. July 2006 @ 10:45 |
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yeah cool the new models are going to be HD/Blue-Ray ready ,last years model werent . iam going with the 50"
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eatsushi
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13. July 2006 @ 11:18 |
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Just pre-ordered the 60" A2000 SXRD from my local A/V dealer. He gives a July 25 date for delivery. Now the hard part is finding an HD-A1 to go with it.
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diabolos
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13. July 2006 @ 18:09 |
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Quote:
...the new models are going to be HD/Blue-Ray ready ,last years model werent.
If you mean they didn't except 1080p you right. Viewing the lack of that feature as an inferior design isn't correct. The Toshiba player doesn't pass a true 1080p signal, nor does the Samsung Blu-ray player. As far as the first gen players of both formats they both work best when outputing a 1080i signal to a tv with excellent de-interlacing capabilities like the 2005 SXRD.
For all of those who will be using the 2006 SXRDs with the Samsung player please do yourself a favor and set it to output a 1080i signal to your 1080p set. Trust me, the picture will be alot better.
Ced
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dblbogey7
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14. July 2006 @ 04:28 |
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Good suggestion Ced. The SXRD's do a damn good job of deinterlacing to 1080p. Avoid the Sammy's deinterlacer at all costs.
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aabbccdd
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15. July 2006 @ 12:37 |
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just got an e-mail from Sony saying,,,,, to let you know when the new Sony Grand WEGA SXRD
HDTVs would be available to order, and we're happy to say that
the time is now
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diabolos
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16. July 2006 @ 12:20 |
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Awsome, I can't wait for your reviews.
Ced
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jeray
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20. July 2006 @ 17:08 |
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when the 2006 models come out,how much will the price of the other ones drop?hopefully down to @2500. by the end of the year.
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eatsushi
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25. July 2006 @ 07:38 |
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Just got my SXRD today and here's my one liner:
SONY KDS-60A2000 SXRD + Toshiba HD-A1 + "Training Day" HD-DVD = OMFG!!!!!!
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aabbccdd
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25. July 2006 @ 09:55 |
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i should be getting mine within the next couple weeks ,the 50"
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diabolos
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26. July 2006 @ 11:19 |
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Sweet!
Ced
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dblbogey7
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29. July 2006 @ 06:45 |
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@eatsushi:
Congrats on the SXRD and Tosh HD-DVD. Glad you like the combination like I do.
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aabbccdd
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29. July 2006 @ 10:04 |
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guys is the picture quality any better on the 60' than the 50' .i only have room for the 50' .man iam glad i waited a bit i was going to get the Samsung 50' Plasma which was over 4000.00 dollars at the time and this new Sony comes along looks almost as good for lots less. the Plasmas are dropping in price pretty quickly as of late though
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dblbogey7
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29. July 2006 @ 16:47 |
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@aabbccdd:
Picture quality should be comparable for both sets. The size of your room and viewing distance should be the deciding factor for your choice of screen size. For a 50 inch 16:9 screen you should be about 12.5 feet from the screen. Here's a useful site for calculating viewing distance and screen size:
http://www.dtvcity.com/plasmatv/plasmascreensize.html
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aabbccdd
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29. July 2006 @ 16:57 |
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iam only going to be about 10.5 feet away so maybe i should consider a smaller tv
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dblbogey7
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29. July 2006 @ 17:16 |
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Some sources will also say that about 2x the screen diagonal size or screen width can be sufficient - which for a 50" screen is about 8.33 feet. Because of the SXRD's fill rate, pixellation should not be a problem even if you sit a little closer than the ideal. The best way to find out is to go to your local dealer and view an SXRD at your expected viewing distance of 10.5 feet. I sit about 12 feet away from my 60 inch screen and I'm perfectly satisfied with the picture.
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aabbccdd
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29. July 2006 @ 18:32 |
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yeah as good as the picture/specs. are with that set i should be good at 10 or 11 feet ,i really want the 50'
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