Home Theater Forum - View Single Post

Davis · 04-27-2005, 09:56 PM

I'm interested in a set for the bedroom. 42 inches and EDTV should meet my needs, based on my budget.

It needs to be easy to use and have built-in audio. Ambient light isn't an issue. Sources will be Time Warner digital cable (via Scientific Atlanta HD/DVR box) and occassional DVD's.

The Panasonic TH42PD50U looks like it fits the bill, I've heard good things about Panasonic plasma's in general. Here are the questions:

1. Any issues relating to this model, should I be considering different models?

2. Any other brands I should consider?

3. Here's the best price I've found.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Is this a good vendor and good price? I would be happy to buy locally, but CC want $2400 plus tax for this model. I would also be happy to give my business to a vendor who supports this forum.

4. If I switch between a high def and standard def channel on the cable box, will the TV recognize and adjust internally, or do I need to change a setting on the tv?

5. Do I run one set of inputs from the cable box to the tv or do I need a separate set of cables for hd and sd?

Thanks, in advance, for any replies.

04-27-2005, 09:56 PM	#1 of 12
Davis Member Join Date: May 2002 Local Time: 08:08 PM Local Date: 12-04-2008 Posts: 38	I'm interested in a set for the bedroom. 42 inches and EDTV should meet my needs, based on my budget. It needs to be easy to use and have built-in audio. Ambient light isn't an issue. Sources will be Time Warner digital cable (via Scientific Atlanta HD/DVR box) and occassional DVD's. The Panasonic TH42PD50U looks like it fits the bill, I've heard good things about Panasonic plasma's in general. Here are the questions: 1. Any issues relating to this model, should I be considering different models? 2. Any other brands I should consider? 3. Here's the best price I've found. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Is this a good vendor and good price? I would be happy to buy locally, but CC want $2400 plus tax for this model. I would also be happy to give my business to a vendor who supports this forum. 4. If I switch between a high def and standard def channel on the cable box, will the TV recognize and adjust internally, or do I need to change a setting on the tv? 5. Do I run one set of inputs from the cable box to the tv or do I need a separate set of cables for hd and sd? Thanks, in advance, for any replies.