LCD and Plasma Bargains and Discussions thread

[FNfal]

Nope, only 'SMART' sets.

Jaa thats correct that is why i bought this TV ,because it is a smart TV.
It is quite amazing you can load apps on the TV and go on net with no PC.

 

[PostmanPot]

Jaa thats correct that is why i bought this TV ,because it is a smart TV.
It is quite amazing you can load apps on the TV and go on net with no PC.

Yeah that is nice for people who perhaps aren't used to or don't have media PC's or connecting laptops and such.

Hope the novelty doesn't wear off.

 

[FNfal]

Yeah that is nice for people who perhaps aren't used to or don't have media PC's or connecting laptops and such.

Hope the novelty doesn't wear off.

Dont think the novelty will wear of, it is quite a fair TV to blacks are ok for me but i dont expect to much from the Tv and certainly no authority on same .
But there are plenty people out there that are not computer literate that can go on the net with a TV like this.

 

[Roman4604]

The bigger picture actually is that DSTV has only +- 5 or 6 HD channels, and HD content, while preferable, is not always an option, and in some cases never. Not everyone only watches HD channels.

Again if you had any ongoing 1st hand experience with DSTV HD (instead of just speculating, trying to pass it off as informed opinion), you'd would know from a HDTV investment perspective, the 6 HD channels are more compelling & are of greater value than the other 60+ SD channels combined.

All the premium content; major sport events, new release blockbuster movies, top series & documentaries are broadcast on the 6 HD channels (7 for Olympics). Also this is the situation now, when the IS20 sat goes up later this year, we should be getting a few more.

So while you may want to remain in the stone age, advising others to invest in tech which wont allow them to leverage the max benefit of (full) HD, now or in the future, is just plain lame.

 

[PostmanPot]

Dont think the novelty will wear of, it is quite a fair TV to blacks are ok for me but i dont expect to much from the Tv and certainly no authority on same .
But there are plenty people out there that are not computer literate that can go on the net with a TV like this.

Agreed, it's nice that entrier level models have the option now without forking out much more on higher end kit.

 

[PostmanPot]

Again if you had any ongoing 1st hand experience with DSTV HD (instead of just speculating, trying to pass it off as informed opinion)

What exactly are you implying?

you'd would know from a HDTV investment perspective, the 6 HD channels are more comptelling & are of greater value than the other 60+ SD channels combined.

Who are you to tell me this? Who are you to tell Tom, Dick or Linda this? You know (or care) nothing about their situations.

All the premium content; major sport events, new release blockbuster movies, top series & documentaries are broadcast on the 6 HD channels (7 for Olympics). Also this is the situation now, when the IS20 sat goes up later this year, we should be getting a few more.

So what? 98% of DSTV channels are SD which many people may watch, they look far better on 43" HDR plasma, and the HD channels look fantastic too.

So while you may want to remain in the stone age, advising others to invest in tech which wont allow them to leverage the max benefit of (full) HD, now or in the future, is just plain lame.

You still don't understand. There are multiple conundrums involved: Superior picture quality of plasma, superior handling of SD, and excellent HD quality, add in most homes' viewing distances and most people can't tell the difference.

It's not very nice that you decide what others watch, shows very little understanding.

Try to relax and start reading things twice, go back to where I spoke about HD PVR, resolution, close viewing distance, etc.

*edit*

I also think you show absolutely no care or understanding for laymen/noobs. Many of whom come to my house and remark on the quality of my plasma (SD and HD channels, sport) in comparison to their entry LCDs.

Definition and viewing distance is up for debate, sheer picture quality is not and will always be perceivable by laymen, no matter the viewing distance.

And TV viewing is not the be all and end all. What about downloaded content, are you also telling us that we are downloading HD only?

 

[Roman4604]

What exactly are you implying?

Its apparent to me you have no familiarity with the DSTV HD experience, so everything you argue in relation to it is mere unsubstantiated speculation & fabrication.

 

[PostmanPot]

Its apparent to me you have no familiarity with the DSTV HD experience, so everything you argue in relation to it is mere unsubstantiated speculation & fabrication.

But I have one and so do most of my friends, kindly quote which bits lead you to think this. Or you can just stop...

 

[gifs]

Any opinions on the LG 47LS4600 on special at game for R7999 this week?

I am looking for a TV for my parents that will go in a very bright lounge with some direct sunlight during the day, so this rules out most plasmas (which I would have preferred, I have a Samsung 51D550).

The set is 100Hz so should be ok for sports.

The other option is the Sony 46CX520 at R6999, but it seems a couple of people have complained that it is quite dim compared to most other sets. It does seem to have a very matte finish screen which will be good.

Another option is the Samsung 46D550 which are also available at good prices.

Size must be 46" as 40" would be too small and the maximum budget of R8k does not allow for anything bigger.

They will only watch SD DSTV at this stage, hoping to convince them to go for an HD PVR soon.

 

[PostmanPot]

Any opinions on the LG 47LS4600 on special at game for R7999 this week?

I am looking for a TV for my parents that will go in a very bright lounge with some direct sunlight during the day, so this rules out most plasmas (which I would have preferred, I have a Samsung 51D550).

The set is 100Hz so should be ok for sports.

The other option is the Sony 46CX520 at R6999, but it seems a couple of people have complained that it is quite dim compared to most other sets. It does seem to have a very matte finish screen which will be good.

Another option is the Samsung 46D550 which are also available at good prices.

Size must be 46" as 40" would be too small and the maximum budget of R8k does not allow for anything bigger.

They will only watch SD DSTV at this stage, hoping to convince them to go for an HD PVR soon.

Those are both good options for the situation. Yes the CX520 is a bit dim, perhaps check in store. Some of the only matte TVs left on the market...

It would be nice if you could find the LA46D550 on special again for R5,999ish. This would leave enough budget for HD PVR. Extremely important if they're wanting SD sport to look a bit better.

 

[Roman4604]

But I have one

Sorry, but the vagueness with which you portray your experiences and the lack knowledge about basic facts like how many HD channels there actually are, tell me you're talking bull.

 

[greg_SA]

Again if you had any ongoing 1st hand experience with DSTV HD (instead of just speculating, trying to pass it off as informed opinion), you'd would know from a HDTV investment perspective, the 6 HD channels are more compelling & are of greater value than the other 60+ SD channels combined.

All the premium content; major sport events, new release blockbuster movies, top series & documentaries are broadcast on the 6 HD channels (7 for Olympics). Also this is the situation now, when the IS20 sat goes up later this year, we should be getting a few more.

So while you may want to remain in the stone age, advising others to invest in tech which wont allow them to leverage the max benefit of (full) HD, now or in the future, is just plain lame.

I addition to the above... I really believe that anyone paying for DSTV premium, that has a HDTV over 40", should definitely by an HD PVR!

Besides the HD channels, you can also get content from SD channels in HD via catchup! I often don't bother watching some TV shows on SD channels - I rather watch them later on catch-up in HD with surround sound, and no adverts!

The HD PVR really has changed my DSTV experience. I'd say around 70% of all my viewing is now in HD. Very seldom watch 4:3 SD anymore.

 

[PostmanPot]

Sorry, but the vagueness with which you portray your experiences and the lack knowledge about basic facts like how many HD channels there actually are, tell me you're talking bull.

What do you think this is?

 

[iceman23]

Sorry, but the vagueness with which you portray your experiences and the lack knowledge about basic facts like how many HD channels there actually are, tell me you're talking bull.

tbh, i have the hd pvr and sd pvr and dont know how many hd channels or sd channels there are. dont really care for dstv. only watch sport and they are in my favourites.

 

[Roman4604]

What do you think this is?

Looks like a Samsung plasma configuration screen. Cant see much else, too dark.

 

[PostmanPot]

Looks like a Samsung plasma configuration screen. Cant see much else, too dark.

Thanks for the compliment, did you look towards the bottom right? Once you see it, please confirm which decoder you suspect it is.

 

[Roman4604]

did you look towards the bottom right? Once you see it, please confirm which decoder you suspect it is.

Nope max brightness on my screen and I still cant make out what box is sitting below the screen. Also no proof whatever the box is its yours, nor if it is a HDPVR that its running the premium bouquet.

 

[Roman4604]

tbh, i have the hd pvr and sd pvr and dont know how many hd channels

Granted, but you are not protraying yourself as an expert on the matter of DSTV HD (which assumes one has a wealth of 1st hand experience), advising people that SD is not far off and its fine to invest ones hard earned money on equipment that will limit one from exeriencing the full HD benefit, now or at a later stage.

 

[PostmanPot]

Granted, but you are not protraying yourself as an expert on the matter of DSTV HD (which assumes one has a wealth of 1st hand experience), advising people that SD is not far off and its fine to invest ones hard earned money on equipment that will limit one from exeriencing the full HD benefit, now or at a later stage.

:erm:

Interesting paranoid ramblings based on my saying "+-5 HD channels"!

 

[Roman4604]

:erm:

Interesting paranoid ramblings based on my saying "+-5 HD channels"!

An expert, as you portray yourself as around here, would know precisely.