letterboxes will appear on the top and bottom of your screen when recording hd broadcasts. the color quality is a little softer than normal but overall not bad.
the e85 has quickly become the single most practical component in my ht. once you learn your way around, you'll wonder how u ever got along without it. if you have any other questions, feel free to post.
I last tweaked the TV when it was new around July/August 2005 with the help of a Home Theater DVD. How frequently should this be done for optimum performance. I have a Toshiba 57H83.
I had a problem once when the updates just stopped loading for about 2 weeks. I wonder if it's a conflict of interest for the cable companies to carry the signal since many of them are offering DVR services now. I've read on Amazon.com that there is a channel that can expedite your downloads but...
With a brand as recognizable as Sony, u'd really expect some quality merchandise. I've never seen the sticky discs though. How many discs were in the spindle? Where were the discs made?