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I've decided it is time to explore my HDTV options.
I think I've got an idea about digital formats, but I've
still got a stack of laserdiscs and a player that I still
want to use. I wish I had the means to buy all new DVD's,
but that isn't going to happen.
I've heard all sorts of descriptions (some good, many bad)
about PQ of laserdisc and other analog signals on HDTV
sets and I don't like the idea of getting a new TV and being
disappointed with the result. I don't mind an lateral move,
but I hope I'm not going to be looking at a downgrade.
What features should I be concentrating on to insure that
analog signals are at least similar to what I have now?
(see below for preliminary HDTV direction I am heading)
Or are the newer sets getting better at processing the analog
signals and I don't have anything to worry about?
If it helps, my current laserdisc viewing setup:
JVC 35" TV (about 9 years old)
Yamaha CDV-870 Laserdisc Player (Composite Video -
Digital Optical Audio)
Bonus question: Does anyone have any information about my
LD player? (Other than single-sided with a digital optical audio,
and the video and sound seem quite a bit better than my old
Pioneer CLD-S201). I've seen other Yamaha players that
appear to be rebadged Pioneer players, but this one appears
to at least be repackaged in a Yamaha chassis. Which
amongst all the Pioneer players does it compare to?
If you have any recommendations for HDTV's,
here's a few criteria I'm working with for a new set:
1. Price under $2000.
2. Currently, I am concentrating on 34" Widescreen Direct View CRT.
3. Built-in Tuner for OTA broadcast, but will consider separate HD tuner.
4. Sound not critical as I will use an AV receiver.
5. No current need for DVI or similar connection, but it can't hurt to leave
options open.
If you made it this far, thanks for your time.
Nels
I've decided it is time to explore my HDTV options.
I think I've got an idea about digital formats, but I've
still got a stack of laserdiscs and a player that I still
want to use. I wish I had the means to buy all new DVD's,
but that isn't going to happen.
I've heard all sorts of descriptions (some good, many bad)
about PQ of laserdisc and other analog signals on HDTV
sets and I don't like the idea of getting a new TV and being
disappointed with the result. I don't mind an lateral move,
but I hope I'm not going to be looking at a downgrade.
What features should I be concentrating on to insure that
analog signals are at least similar to what I have now?
(see below for preliminary HDTV direction I am heading)
Or are the newer sets getting better at processing the analog
signals and I don't have anything to worry about?
If it helps, my current laserdisc viewing setup:
JVC 35" TV (about 9 years old)
Yamaha CDV-870 Laserdisc Player (Composite Video -
Digital Optical Audio)
Bonus question: Does anyone have any information about my
LD player? (Other than single-sided with a digital optical audio,
and the video and sound seem quite a bit better than my old
Pioneer CLD-S201). I've seen other Yamaha players that
appear to be rebadged Pioneer players, but this one appears
to at least be repackaged in a Yamaha chassis. Which
amongst all the Pioneer players does it compare to?
If you have any recommendations for HDTV's,
here's a few criteria I'm working with for a new set:
1. Price under $2000.
2. Currently, I am concentrating on 34" Widescreen Direct View CRT.
3. Built-in Tuner for OTA broadcast, but will consider separate HD tuner.
4. Sound not critical as I will use an AV receiver.
5. No current need for DVI or similar connection, but it can't hurt to leave
options open.
If you made it this far, thanks for your time.
Nels