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  1. MarshawnM

    How good is the Sony XBR Grand WEGA Rear Projection 60"

    Well, that will depend if you plan on watching any 1080i HD programming. The Grand Wega only does 720P, I'm not even sure if it will down covert 1080i to 720p. Plus you have to replace that $200 light in it when it burns out. I have a Mits 55908, once I had it calibrated, nothing comes close to...
  2. MarshawnM

    ESPN-HD write Dish and ask for it!

    One last thing.... Select Programming for "Select a category"
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    ESPN-HD write Dish and ask for it!

    All, If you have DishNetwork service and a HD setup (6000, TV, etc), go to this link and write how you want ESPN-HD in April. I just spoke to a nice lady in tech support and she said that this is a great way to get Dish to carry it. I heard some rumors around it costing, but she mention that...
  4. MarshawnM

    ESPN-HD write Dish and ask for it!

    All, If you have DishNetwork service and a HD setup (6000, TV, etc), go to this link and write how you want ESPN-HD in April. I just spoke to a nice lady in tech support and she said that this is a great way to get Dish to carry it. I heard some rumors around it costing, but she mention that...
  5. MarshawnM

    Sonys KP-57WV700 opinions?

    Crew, Has anyone seen this new Sony? Any opinions on it? I have a Mits 55908 which I think is stunning, but it lacks all of the new digital connections (DVI and 1394 Firewire). I know about Mits "upgrade ability guarantee" but I'm not sure if Mits will go the DVI route being that all of their...
  6. MarshawnM

    how valuable is ISF calibration?

    Joe, Where did you get the black out shade? Also, does it keep 100% of the light from coming through? Lastly how much was it? I had a Mits 55809 that was calibrated the difference was night and day. The picture on DVDs and Dish Network’s HD feeds looked like you're looking through window. I'm...
  7. MarshawnM

    My new 40XBR800 - can this problem be ISF'd out of it?

    Guys, The "problem" you are discussing with the four modes looking different even with the picture settings the same is found in the Service Menu. Basically, it has settings that are in affect in addition to the regular menu. For example, Vivid is set to plus 5 (I think) for brightness, in...
  8. MarshawnM

    WEGA XBR and Mits 6030 progressive scan player

    Thanks guys, this helps a lot. Jack I'm at little confused as far as what is being done with Sony's 16:9 Enhance Mode. I figured that TV did not scan the picture at the top of the screen (the black bars), but where the picture starts at, therefore not "wasting" scan lines in the black area, (as...
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    WEGA XBR and Mits 6030 progressive scan player

    All, I have a question about my XBR400WEGA (36in) and the Mits 6030 DVD player I picked up for my bedroom. I purchased a Mits 6030 progressive scan DVD player. Which is connected via component connections (input 5 on the back of the Sony). I set the Mits for 16:9 display, progressive output...
  10. MarshawnM

    The Sopronos in HD this year?

    Does anyone know if DirecTV will carry The Sopronos in HD this year? Thanks. -Chill
  11. MarshawnM

    FS: Sony 715 Progressive player

    Give me the total cost to ship to Greensburg, PA 15601. Also, is the factory warranty still good? Where did you purchase the player and how long ago? Let me know, I'm really interesting in picking up a progressive scan player for my bedroom and the WEGA 36 XBR. -Chill
  12. MarshawnM

    Problems with Pioneer Elite VSX-24TX

    Arthur, Thanks, yeah it would seem like I should stuck to my guns and went with a Denon or Onkyo. I will be returning the piece today and I will start looking for maybe a Onkyo 494 or Denon 1801-2. Thanks
  13. MarshawnM

    Is Onkyo not as good as Denon?

    Richard, Here are my two cents. I think both are great companies with incredible product lines. I started with the older Onkyo 787, and then moved up to the 898. I love it, my buddy coupled the 3802 with Martin Logans and it sounded great as well. I listened to Denon 3802 and the 2802 and...
  14. MarshawnM

    Is Onkyo not as good as Denon?

    Richard, Here are my two cents. I think both are great companies with incrediable
  15. MarshawnM

    Problems with Pioneer Elite VSX-24TX

    Pioneer Elite VSX-24TX I recently returned from Florida with five speakers from my old prologic days (Infinity Video One center, two Infinity 425, and two Infinity 225). Since my HT in the living room is set (Onkyo 898, B&W 603S2 for fronts and B&W 602S2 for rears along with B&W Center...
  16. MarshawnM

    Mits 55819 Availibility?

    All, I decided on the Mits 55819 over the Sony 57hw40, but now every dealer I talk to says that they won't have one until March! Is there something going on with this model? Recall, discontinue, newer model around the corner. Any info would help. I can get the Mits for about 2500, does...
  17. MarshawnM

    Opinons on which widescreen RPTV

    All, Thanks for the tons of information! I will have whichever TV I buy professionaly calibrated. Now, I'm hearing about the Mits 55909, 55908, and maybe a 55919 or 55918! Anyone got any infro on these? Should a wait a month or two for the new line up? My max is $3,000 on a TV. Thanks...
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    Opinons on which widescreen RPTV

    Jay, Thanks for your information! Now, if I have the Mitsu professionally calibrated will still see the issue with the red pushing? Pioneer's Elite are out of my price range at 55 inches widescreen I think (3,000 plus tax). I didn't look at the Elites since I "assumed" that they were out of...
  19. MarshawnM

    Opinons on which widescreen RPTV

    Crew, OK, I'm ready to go rear projection. I'm looking for at least 55 inches and of course 16x9. Cost? No more than $3500, the ex-wife may hear about it and drag me back into court! I see that the new Mits are due out soon, what is the word on them? I was thinking of Mits anyway since...
  20. MarshawnM

    HD Content in my area

    Vic, Just call Direct TV..... I'm done here. Prove me wrong and CALL. -Marshawn
  21. MarshawnM

    HD Content in my area

    Guys, I know what I have. All you have to do is call 18004DIRECTTV. They will tell you what HD channels are now offered. I have CBS HD in Pittsburgh via DIRECT TV. Call them and see for yourself. Tell the operator that you live in Pittsburgh and you will have four channels offered in HD...
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    HD Content in my area

    VicRuiz, In markets where the local aff is owned and operated by CBS Network, Direct TV does offer HD for CBS. Check out www.widescreenreview.com for all the details issue number 53 October. The current markets are New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philly, San Fran, Boston, Detroit, Dallas...
  23. MarshawnM

    HD Content in my area

    All, A while ago a member give me a web page that showed what OTA HD content was in my area by zip code. Does any one know the web site? I live in Pittsburgh, so I get CBS in HD now via Direct TV. This web site was great, if any knows what it is, please post a reply. -Marshawn
  24. MarshawnM

    Martin Logans Aeon vs. Ascent

    All, I have the upgrade bug again. This time I'm looking to upgrade my speakers. I have the B&W 603S2'S in front, B$W 602S2'S in the rear. I looking at the Martin Logans Aeons or the Ascents. My room size is 14x14x10. I current have an Onkyo 797, my question is for the size of my room...
  25. MarshawnM

    Best progressive scan DVD player for Sony 36XBR450?

    The chroma bug is not very noticeable at all. In fact, I had to go looking for it once I read about it. True, the Denon is a little pricey, but as for picture quality, I think only the most expensive players out do the Denon 2800 (those costing at least $1000). If you can, look at that...
  26. MarshawnM

    Good receiver match for B&W 602S2's

    Pete, I have the 603S2 in front and the 602s2's in the rear witn the LCM center and a Velodyne sub all this with my new 797 Onkyo (upgraded from the 787). I think that this setup sounds great. I think you can't go wrong with the Onkyo 797 or 898, or the Denon 3802 or 4802. All four are...
  27. MarshawnM

    Best progressive scan DVD player for Sony 36XBR450?

    Allan I have the same set and I have the Denon 2800 DVD player. I think in terms of picture quality this is one of the best players you can buy in the price range. It plays CDR,CDRW,MP3 anything audio format can be played on my computers CD (which isn't a dvd player) player I can play on the...
  28. MarshawnM

    Help, Sony 32 XBR450 with JVC XV-SA75GD Problem

    Under "Setup" in the menu select "Auto" for the 16:9 enhance mode. If the DVD players sends an 16:9 image, the Sony will pick it up and switch. Now if the DVD itself is not 16:9 enhanced then the TV will not switch. Check to see if the DVD is 16:9 enhanced or enhanced for 16:9 displays. I...
  29. MarshawnM

    Superbit DVD help please

    Is there a website that I can read up on Superbit DVD'S
  30. MarshawnM

    Superbit DVD help please

    Can some explain to me? 1. What are Superbit DVD’s? 2. Why I care? 3. How I take advantage of this format? 4. Can my Denon 2800 DVD use this format? Thank you, Marshawn
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