TV talk - Reliable TV - Tube, LCD, plasma...

I have the 30 inch version of the Sony for my bedroom. The picture is very, very nice. The stretch modes, which converts 4:3 to 16:9, are excellent. I prefer the wide screen mode to 4:3. If you settle on a 16:9 tv, be sure to check out the stretch modes, as some sets are way better (Sony and Pioneer, for example) than others.

I agree that CRT produces the best picture, for now.

I have heard good things about the Samsung, and would consider purchasing one. Warren, or anyone else who would know, how is the picture quality of the Samsung with cable or over the air tv? How does it compare to CRT? The picture quality with cable would be important for me, because I watch cable 75% of the time, versus 25% for DVDs and VHS. What about the stretch modes? Are they any good?

Gee Warren, a big TV is only good for DVD? Why wouldn't one want a big picture no matter what the source? (I did not say I am purchasing the Sony, reread.)

once my Sammy is in, and I've watched enough boob tube and DVD, I'll give you the scoop.

Brian, a big tv is good for sports, as well. There are some things, here and there on tv, (national geographic stuff, discovery station, nature specials,--that's my kind of tv) that are worth the (for me) big picture. Like I said, I'm not into sitcoms, or any of the crap on tv. A HD signal does make the crap look great, though. Hey Brian, whatever floats your boat. When you go into a Video store, they don't show ER or Miami CSI. I wonder why? Anyway, if you're a tv buff and love that sort of thing, I'd go with the larger picture, as well. It's not like the Sony or the like, blows away plasma, lcd, or DLP. There isn't a perfect anything, yet. Except for my speakers. lol...just fool'n witcha...

Well I didn't seem to waste to much time researching, like I usually do; I purchased the 52" Mitsu, but the 52725 instead of the 52525 listed above. Time will tell how much I like using such a TV, I brought it home today and hooked it up, the DishNetwork channels can leave a bit to be desired sometimes, which will spawn a new thread by me, about the DishNetwork HD receiver.

I am a little upset with myself for not staying at least near our budget. A 52" TV is huge in our room, I may of been just as happy or happier with a 44"; Circuit City had a 44" LG that looked really nice for $2685. Anyway, the next few days will tell me more.

I'm having an audio/video dealer install my Samsung DPL, Denon, DVD, and hook it up to the stereo system I use for my present Sony XBR. The reason? Well, I'm ignorant about video and that breeds insecurity about setting up all this stuff. If there's a problem, I want it to be his problem to solve, plus I want to be able to call someone if I have a problem, that is familiar with my system. Brian, what I'm I getting at? What was it like setting up your Mitsu? Picture aok, right out of the box? Need adjustments? Quirky things with the setup. I'm just wondering, perhaps, that doing this myself may not be as difficult as I'm thinking. Could save oodles of $$, as well. I'd appreciate your feedback. thanks in advance. peace, warren