mrdap
Agent
- Joined
- Nov 14, 2006
- Messages
- 25
- Real Name
- David
Hello,
I have been enjoying over the air HD broadcasts from local networks on my 1080p TV in 1080i and 720p depending on the station. I have also been enjoying standard DVDs on this system. I have not been particularly enjoying SD DBS programming from DishNetwork.
So, I am about to buy a PS3 for BlueRay capability as we already have online DVD rental/delivery from Blockbuster (or local pickup).
I am also, as of late, re-interested in upgrading my SD DishNetwork receiver to either DishNetwork HD or DirecTV HD.
Finally, here’s my question:
How does the DBS HD broadcast picture quality compare to regular over the air HD broadcasts or to BlueRay/HD DVD?
I have been told that true HD resolutions and picture quality are not really available on DBS. Is this true or false?
Thanks for your help.
mrdap
Equipment List
Sony KDS-R60XBR2 TV
Outlaw Model 990 Preamp/Processor
Outlaw Model 7125 Amplifier
DishNetwork ViP622 DBS Receiver
Sony DVPNS700P DVD
Sony SLV575UC VCR
Definitive Technology BP7002 L/R Speaker (2)
Definitive Technology C/L/R2500 Center Speaker
Definitive Technology BP2X Surround Speakers (2)
Definitive Technology BP2X Rear Speakers (2)
Planned acquisitions:
TV Stand (Still trying to pick one)
HD DBS receiver/dish (DishNetwork or DirecTV?)
Sony PS3 (ORDERED!)
SVS PB13-Ultra (Need $$$)
Seating upgrade
I have been enjoying over the air HD broadcasts from local networks on my 1080p TV in 1080i and 720p depending on the station. I have also been enjoying standard DVDs on this system. I have not been particularly enjoying SD DBS programming from DishNetwork.
So, I am about to buy a PS3 for BlueRay capability as we already have online DVD rental/delivery from Blockbuster (or local pickup).
I am also, as of late, re-interested in upgrading my SD DishNetwork receiver to either DishNetwork HD or DirecTV HD.
Finally, here’s my question:
How does the DBS HD broadcast picture quality compare to regular over the air HD broadcasts or to BlueRay/HD DVD?
I have been told that true HD resolutions and picture quality are not really available on DBS. Is this true or false?
Thanks for your help.
mrdap
Equipment List
Sony KDS-R60XBR2 TV
Outlaw Model 990 Preamp/Processor
Outlaw Model 7125 Amplifier
DishNetwork ViP622 DBS Receiver
Sony DVPNS700P DVD
Sony SLV575UC VCR
Definitive Technology BP7002 L/R Speaker (2)
Definitive Technology C/L/R2500 Center Speaker
Definitive Technology BP2X Surround Speakers (2)
Definitive Technology BP2X Rear Speakers (2)
Planned acquisitions:
TV Stand (Still trying to pick one)
HD DBS receiver/dish (DishNetwork or DirecTV?)
Sony PS3 (ORDERED!)
SVS PB13-Ultra (Need $$$)
Seating upgrade