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What is the THX certification for? I understand the concept, I own other THX certified gear, but what is the cert process for a UHD-BD player?

That's awesome! Thank you so much Adam! That's just what I needed! I knew there was a reason that I love this place!!!;)

See my reply to another post, Click Here Regards, Chris Clarno

I know this is a shot in the dark but I figure it's worth a try. I got a great deal on an open item SACD player (model DVP-NC650V) at Best Buy for $70! It didn't have a manual but I figured I could download it at Sony's website. No such luck. Does anyone have a manual that they don't need or...

I got the coupons in Feb. but have not seen them for this weekend. Not a big deal since I'm not really in the market for anything today, but still, I think it's odd that they'd send you a coupon package one time , but not the next.

Depends what you're looking for. A good entry level player from Panasonic is the DVD-RP62S. Sells for about $150 Progressive-scan, Plays DVD-Video, DVD-R, CD-DA and CD-R/RW, plus MP3 and WMA files recorded on CD, Super high-speed scan (5 speeds, up to 200x, selectable via shuttle dial)...

Perhaps you should edit the title of your post as this is not a 'quick' question :wink: Most "HDTV" sets that you find today are actually 'HD-Ready' this means that while the set is capable of displaying an HD image, an HD tuner is not built-in. The reason most manufacturers don't include...

The Kameleon is a neat remote. I saw it at CES this year. As an interesting side note, next years Kenwood will include a customized Kameleon remote!

I'll second the 811. Solid entry level unit. The Kenwood VR-6050 and VR-6060 are similar in value for dollar. these can be found for $300-500

If your shopping is limited to BestBuy, don't fret, despite their reputation as a less than stellar Joe-6-Pack outfit, you can build a respectable system with components from there (if you know what you are looking for). Currently, the best speakers they sell are from JBL. A compact sub-sat...

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DVI on a TV and DVI from a PC are NOT the same! While the physical connection is the same the signals that are sent may be quite different. DVI-HDCP (copy-protected DVI) is what is found on some of the newest TVs and they won't always work with an input from a PC. Read your manuals to check...

I recently added a Sony DVP-NC650V (SACD player) to my HT equipment list. Initially I had planned to hold of and get a DVD-A/SACD combo such as the new units from Pioneer Elite. But I got this baby for a mere $90 (original retail was $399) so I had to jump on it. My main DVD player is the JVC...

The only difference in BestBuys Mits and the XX311 at other retailers is the protective screen. The 311's offer a "color tuned" sheild while BBs units simply use a clear screen protector. Electroniclly, they are the same!

Another possible scenario is this. Have you ever made a purchase at a Best Buy store (or SEARS or other retailer, many of them do this) and along with your receipt is printed a customer satisfaction survey? These things are typically randomly generated. They ask the customer to call a toll free...

Some customers will get their cards free in the mail. How the free cards are distributed, I'm not sure. You may need to be in our data base or have a BestBuy card. For those that don't get a free card, you can purchase one for $9.99. You get 5000 bonus points to start off. You get 100 points for...

I'm sorry, it's the TXM2790F that lacks an S-Video connection.

The new 32" HS set from Sony does include a DVI interface but no Firewire. An interesting if not downright wierd feature they added to this set is a memory stick slot to the front panel. this allows you to plug in the mem stick from your Sony digital camera to voew a slide show on your new...

The Samsung does not have s-video connections. There is 1 component video. and two regular RCA (composite) inputs (1 front 1 rear). It's an odd exclusion that you should be aware of before you buy!

Thanks Stephen, yes, component switching (of HD material) is important to me and I have heard that the 27MHz offered by Denon may not cut the mustard. Why would manufacturers include component connections for HD if they aren't actually capable of passing the full signal?

So If I stick with Onkyo _that's how I'm leaning at this point), is it worth spending the extra dough for the 898 or is the 797 sufficient?

Thanks for all the quick responces guys! Philip, you're right. I have had the 828 for a long time and it has served me very well. The 916 served me well before that. I think I'm leaning for the Onkyo but before i drop $800-1200 I wanted to get the respected opinions of you folks here at the HTF...

I am about to replace my old Onkyo 828. It's a great piece of gear but I've outgrown it. (any offers) This is my second Onkyo receiver and I've been very happy with both! However in my research for possible substitutes, Denon keeps eating at me with their 3802 and 2802. So here's the deal, I...

THanks for the reply! That's one of the cards that I've been thinking about and that price seems very reasonable. Anyone else have suggestions before I make the purchase?

I am running an HP Pavillion PIII 800MHz currently running with 128MB But I'll soon bump that up to 256 or maybe even 512. I have a 30 GB drive installed and plan to ad an 80GB external firewire drive later. I've got a DVD drive and a good sound card. I am satisfied with DVD performance thus far...

Toshiba and JVC both make great units. The JVC has a slight edge IMOHO due to the fact that it does DVD-A and MP3 (I don't think the Tosh does either). Additionally, the JVC is a 7 disc changer vs. 5 on the tosh. If DVD-A isn't important, you can save a few bucks and get the JVC xv-fa80 It...

I think you've missed the point here Eugene. We're only talking about the HD-HBO feed here. We aren't asking for changes to the standard feeds (although we would be happy w/ OAR on those as well) Also as a newer member you may not yet be aware of the impact we as a collective unit actually have...

The best sets out there right now (IMHO) are from Hitachi. They have consistantly been a leader in the big screen market, they have the best CRTs and lens system available (other manufacturers even buy Hitachi parts to use in their sets!). They offer great performance for the dollar. The UWX...

Man, I've been gone too long> My cookies got reset and I only showed topics from the last day. There were no headlines regarding the merger. Guess I need to pay more attention. It's good to be back though. I've really missed this place!