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Parker: but again, that's just scaling the image (a monitor that adjusts the signal to the native resolution). TV's do that too: send a 1080i signal to a 768x1366 plasma, and it automatically scales the image (and de-interlaces it). But when we're talking about a PC, there's no reason you...

IMO, LCoS is almost always better than DLP. So, the choice there is easy for me: JVC. I'd go for the FN over the FB though.

A couple of reviews for those Westinghouse 1080p LCD panels: 42" http://www.hometheatermag.com/lcds/506west/ 47" http://www.ultimateavmag.com/flatpan...1006westlvm47/ They liked the 42" better... interesting, you'd think both models would enjoy the same pros and suffer the same cons...

Well, first off, there are no "wall-hanging" DLP tv's in that size range. In fact, there aren't ANY wall-hang-able DLP tv's that I know of. The only RPTV that can be wall mounted is the new 58" LCoS set from JVC, which is way over your budget. So, that leaves flat panel LCD and plasma for you...

This conversation brings up an interesting question I've had for a while... There are many 1080p rptv's that will accept a PC signal via their HDMI port, however, it seems that virtually ALL of them then overscan the resulting image. If the PC is set to 1920x1080 @ 60Hz, and that's the...

Jose: I would guess that the Sony upconverting player is affecting the picture via it's processing of it, whereas when you feed the TV a pure 480i signal, it's just the TV's processing that handles the picture. So, it may be that your TV has better processing/scaling/de-interlacing abilities...

To everyone: The tired argument that "you won't see the resolution benefits of 1080p unless you're less than X feet from the screen and/or the screen is XX inches in size" is all but moot now. Here's why: 1080p has become (not becoming, it is) the new standard. All HD discs (hddvd or brd)...

Have you read this article? http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volum...07-part-1.html

Here's a perfect example of what I'm talking about... a recent review from Ultimate AV of the Mitsubishi WD65831: http://ultimateavmag.com/rearproject...31/index1.html To me, I would NEVER buy this set based on these findings. I watch too much 480i material (DVDs and std. cable TV). I...

Gregg, I did say that "I'm of the opinion that..." So, to *ME* video processing is *ONE OF* the most important things in getting a good picture. I can not afford a good external processor, so I'd like people's opinion on what sets have good processing. I don't care how good the black...

So, over the next 6 months or so, I *might* be in a position to purchase a new HDTV. I'll be looking at screens in the 47 to 56" range, under $2k. I'm of the opinion that video processing is one of, if not THE most important part of an HDTV. From PC, to DVD, to game machine, to HD-DBS, to OTA...

I need to ship my SVS 20-39 across the country. I no longer have any of the original packaging. Has anyone had any success doing this? Who (company) did you go with for shipping, and what sort of packaging did you do? Thanks for any advice/help...

What about the HK AVR 230 vs. the AVR 325? www.onecall.com has both for about the same price. The 325 has more power, but is last year's model. Any thoughts on which would be the better buy, if price weren't a factor (since they're almost the same cost.)

The Mirage speakers have sold. The SVS is still available though... $570 OBO...

No shipping, pick up or local delivery only. (San Francisco north bay area) Main speakers (front left, front right) - Mirage FRX-5 towers $280/pair (msrp:$550/pair) Center speakers (front center and rear center) - Mirage FRX-3 bookshelfs $175/pair (msrp:$450/pair) Surround speakers...

Yeah, no doubt I need practice... I just was surprised at how bad I was... it reminded me of my first time trying to play Unreal Tournament online, where there WERE LOTS of cheats. I'm not unfamiliar with online FPS games against humans... but I've spent the last 1~2 years focusing on tactical...

Someone ought to go through the thread and tally the votes.... :D NOT IT!

Are there cheats for the PC version? I don't want to use them... I'm just wondering if they exist, because I'm gettin' my A## kicked online, and I can't believe I'm THAT bad... I mean, I've almost finished the game on the third difficulty level (one below legendary, can't remember the name)...

Pong Space Invaders Zork Flight Simulator Wolfenstein-3D And one game I'd just like to mention, 'cause it seems hardly anyone remembers it: "Hard Drivin'" by Atari. It was an arcade-only game (AFAIK) but was way ahead of its time, IMO. One of the most realistic driving simulations ever...

Rik P: It's amazing what the placebo affect can do. It works for me, too... I often swear I see a difference, or hear a difference, even though I know there isn't one. :D DCDi doesn't make a bit of difference on film-based material (like Matrix Reloaded) since it ONLY turns on/is used by...

I heard back from Matt Rowe and Bill Hunt. Let me just say for the record that I am very pleased with the work of both Matt and Bill in general. Also, I didn't mean to imply that either of them was at fault for the result of the Rush in Rio DVD. Here are their letters:

I wrote a letter to musicTAP, and copied The Digital Bits this morning, about the lack of anamorphic video on the new "Rush in Rio" dvd. Here's the letter:

I'm just glad the "Wilhelm Scream" is still intact. :D

All you folks having problems with the discs (pixelization, etc.) what dvd players are you using?

Honestly, I'm surprised Spielberg even allowed it to be released in pan&scam. I remember that movie of his with Richard Dreyfus about forest-fire bomber pilots (Always?) was (at least at my rental store back then) only available in LBX, with a note at the beginning explaining that this was the...

Jerry: If the brothers decide to end the trilogy with Neo "waking up" (i.e. it was all a dream... or was it?) cheese-ball ending... I will officially hate the entire trilogy. That would suck. :thumbsdown: :D

ERIC_AP: Awesome post. I agree almost 100% with you. The only thing I would add to your points is this: While the use of surrounds and LFE were somewhat inconsistant, when they WERE used, the effect was AWESOME. (I think you would agree with that, but don't think you made the point...

John,

For a more in depth explanation, read Dolby's DPL-II page here.