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  1. Theron Shaffer

    *** Official HD support, 5.1 & 16:9 Game Survey Thread

    Sorry if this was posted, but I didnt see it on the last few pages. Unreal Championship is 480P and DOES SUPPORT 16:9.
  2. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    I think Brian's decision makes perfect sense. He is purchasing a 47" widescreen television that happens to also have a 53" screen for 4:3 material. I dont see how his 47" of widescreen real estate is any less optimized than a traditional widescreen set, one just ends at the black bars, one ends...
  3. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    On circuit city's website it lists this model as having 2 rear standard component inputs. Most other models it lists as having 2 HD component inputs. Is there really a difference?
  4. Theron Shaffer

    Looking for advice on HDTV-ready set 47" or larger.

    I am in the exact same boat as you...same budget, same criteria except I want to make sure it also does not lock into full screen mode when fed a progressive source. I am also considering the Sony 4:3 53" set because it would give a 47" widescreen with squeeze. Let me know what you decide and...
  5. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    How much is the screen protector, ballpark? I dont have a Circuit City in town or I would call....is that somthing you can order from Panny?
  6. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    I believe alot of people remove them due to the glare they add from reflecting light from the room.....and to give them the most natural looking picture. I am not saying its better without it, just that its an option some people prefer not to have.
  7. Theron Shaffer

    "Bedroom" direct view sets that do 16:9 "squeeze" V-compression

    I know the Panasonic Tau does it through auto detection, not a manual selection....but still does a good job displaying widescreen content. I am not sure if that is available in 27, or if 32" is the smallest.
  8. Theron Shaffer

    question for owners of 4:3 with squeeze mode

    Yeah, its frustrating because employees seem to lack even the basic training in these chain stores. They insist it has the squeeze mode, but because of their progressive feed they cant make most of them go to 16:9. The only one I found that I could actively switch was the Sony 53". I think the...
  9. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    I believe its the x52.....and has 4 speakers instead of 2. If you dont have the concern of a rogue little hand touching your screen, it is obviously better to go without the protector. I just dont have that luxury.
  10. Theron Shaffer

    question for owners of 4:3 with squeeze mode

    In my quest for the largest tv I could get for under 2 grand I have decided to get a 4:3 due to the fact I can get a much larger 4:3 picture and a comparable 16:9 for the same price as a widescreen using the squeeze mode. Here is the problem, I need to have one that allows the user to select the...
  11. Theron Shaffer

    Entry level HDTV - Panasonic PT-53WX42

    I just wish I could find some places that carried the model with the screen protector locally. I know most of you remove them, but with young kids in the house I cant let myself buy a set with no screen protection.
  12. Theron Shaffer

    reversing 4:3 burn in

    thanks for the input! I was wondering if there in fact was a way to "bleach" the darkened areas back, for lack of a better word because it was hinted at in some posts. I agree, it would be a poor choice if it was even half price due to the reasons you stated....but I might consider it if its...
  13. Theron Shaffer

    MASTER BURN-IN THREAD: READ THIS FIRST! (And ask follow-ups here.)

    thanks for the input! I was wondering if there in fact was a way to "bleach" the darkened areas back, for lack of a better word because it was hinted at in some posts. I agree, it would be a poor choice if it was even half price due to the reasons you stated....but I might consider it if its...
  14. Theron Shaffer

    MASTER BURN-IN THREAD: READ THIS FIRST! (And ask follow-ups here.)

    I understand the causes of burn in and have searched the burn-in topics. My question regards burn in from a widescreen being left in 4:3 mode on display, and whether there is a way to reverse that. I only ask because I understand there is no real fix to static burn in, but some of the posts...
  15. Theron Shaffer

    reversing 4:3 burn in

    I understand the causes of burn in and have searched the burn-in topics. My question regards burn in from a widescreen being left in 4:3 mode on display, and whether there is a way to reverse that. I only ask because I understand there is no real fix to static burn in, but some of the posts...
  16. Theron Shaffer

    Best Buy won't go down in price...

    He isnt saying pay more to get the tv from the commissioned salesperson, he is saying if one place was willing to work with you....and all Best Buy is doing is matching because someone else worked up that price, you should go with the place that was willing to work with you as they did put some...
  17. Theron Shaffer

    new technology or snake oil in rptv?

    In my slow search for a rptv (hd) I went into a local reputable electronics store to look around. As usual I played the part of an idiot, as I enjoy hearing the crap these salesman are willing to throw at me. Anyway, I was telling him I am debating between a direct view and an rptv for...
  18. Theron Shaffer

    tube vs. rptv?

    Thats my problem, so many mixed messages. I understand there are burn-in issues to be conscious of....but so many games are starting to come out in widescreen which is great for multiplayer. The problem is, my direct tube 4:3 wont do the squeeze mode in progressive scan games, only auto detects...
  19. Theron Shaffer

    tube vs. rptv?

    I have been on the fence with this as well. I love the movie aspect of the large screen, but I also play alot of Xbox and the rptv always has that stereotype of being a poor choice for games. Anyone compared progressive scan gaming tube vs projection?
  20. Theron Shaffer

    xbox beta testers post your gamertags here

    Hey all, I have been a beta tester since day 1 but havent played a whole lot, the current games just arent "calling me", plus Deathrow is eating up all my game time. Still, hope to see you on there: gamertag: sponge
  21. Theron Shaffer

    For Trade: Panasonic 32hx41 hdtv for analog set

    Kevin, I was just in South Dakota over the weekend....that would have been great timing! I am not necessarily set on a specific television. I would just prefer somthing larger as the TV viewing distance will be pretty far away. I guess I would prefer a projection television, but not dead set...
  22. Theron Shaffer

    For Trade: Panasonic 32hx41 hdtv for analog set

    Sorry, I kind of threw the location in there where it wasnt obvious. I am located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa....so it would probably have to be an exchange in the midwest reasonably close. I dont mind meeting halfway if it was a good deal for both of us.
  23. Theron Shaffer

    For Trade: Panasonic 32hx41 hdtv for analog set

    I have a perfect-as-new Panasonic 32HX-41 32" high definition flat-screen television that I would be willing to trade straight up for a 36" or larger analog rear projection television or flat screen set. The Panasonic is 7 months old and comes with box and all manuals. It is 480P and 1080i...
  24. Theron Shaffer

    How do you think Xbox live will survive when...

    The dreamcast era proved to me that 56k gaming was possible....but not necessarily enjoyable for many games. I applaud the broadband only strategy. While the numbers may be fewer, the experience will be much, much better. As far as the add-on (PS2 adapter), it may well succeed....but I...
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