HDTV -samsung

[KMB 316]

does anyone have this model of a TV(this TV comes from like 21-50 inches)

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Samsung-23-LCD-HDTV-Monitor-LNR238W-/sem/rpsm/oid/118721/catOid/-12867/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

i plan on getting it later this year.


just wanted ot know your review on it for a 360

[TheIcemanCometh]

I don't have it, but I'm thinking it's pretty good, since it seems that every event the 360 went to before it was launched had those monitors hooked up to it.

[Minty]

iv got an LG 42 inch HDTV which is awesome. LG and samsung are made in the same factory, so should be the same quality

[KMB 316]

yeah, i read its a top of the line one and thats waht i want, too bad its 850 lol, ill be doing serious saving, i should just through a kegger for my b-day and charge admission

[Lonsta DaMonsta]

Yes, the LN-R series of Samsung TV's are the best made (as of today) highest quality HDTV's that exist. I own the LN-R268 (26 inch model) and... dang. The main reason why, is because the Contrast Ratio on them are 3000:1 ---- most TV's only have 500:1 or 600:1....

If you have any more questions on HDTV's feel free to PM me.

~ Lon

[g4m3r7ag]

i think it could be helpful to everyone if you explained the whole contrast ratio thing

[graf1k]

The main reason why, is because the Contrast Ratio on them are 3000:1 ---- most TV's only have 500:1 or 600:1....

I'm guessing your reffering to LCD HDTVs. Plenty of rear-projection and plasma TVs have contrast ratio of 10,000:1. Either way, contrast ratio doesn't always mean the best picture. In the case of any TV, it's best to see it in person. That said, Samsung makes a good LCD TV. The best Plasmas are Pioneer. LG Plasmas aren't bad either. Samsung's latest gen DLPs along with the SXRD line from Sony have the best overal picture for rear projection TVs.

[Lonsta DaMonsta]

Basically, everyone has their own opinions and views, which is fine.

Contrast ratio is basically the measurement of the difference in light intensity between the brightest white and the darkest black. Therefore, it's one, if not the biggest factor in the way your games/movies will be presented.

I'd recommend a flat panel HDTV LCD TV over a Plasma though, just because Plasma's have a reputation for going bad after a few years.

Here is pretty much the best site for "Plasma vs LCD" --  http://www.cnet.com.au/hometheatre/tvs/0,39026023,40036500,00.htm#2

I particularly like the last line in #5-- "At the smaller end of things (15" to 36" TVs), LCD is the only way to go if you want something slim and tasteful. And the best thing is that LCDs are getting cheaper all the time."

--- hope this helps everyone find the right TV that suits you the best!


~ Lon

[SpideR NY]

Tube's still have the best pic outta all HD's. Thats right a good crt hd will have a better pic then a plasma. Too bad they weigh so much. And those samsungs are very nice lcds.

[XxFISHERxX]

I have a 50" Samsung DLP and I find that some games are really dark... Picture is amazing once you pump up the brightness a bit... I purchased monster cables hopping it would solve the problem, did a little bit but not much... Curious; why are the display TV's that are hooked up to the kiosks so bright and clear? Have the tweeked the settings (brightness, contrast etc...) so that they are all on the higher levels?

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[Lonsta DaMonsta]

Nope, the brightless/contrast ratio levels aren't filtered in the Kiosk's...

it's just the Samsung LN-R238W with the 3000:1 Contrast Ratio that beasts over other TV's ;D

[Age01]

I work at EB games and microsoft sent that TV to us with the system. looks awsome and if microsoft gave it to us to display with the system it must show off waht the system is capable of :D

[Lonsta DaMonsta]

Amen, brother. Amen.

[YUGANSKNEFTEGAZ]

Samsung "26 HDTV available from Freemans for £480 using a 20% discount.

Worth a look i'd say!

[KMB 316]

im USA

[Lonsta DaMonsta]

KMB, if you can use eBay, that's where I got my LN-R268W (26") model.... only a hundred and fifty more bucks than what you're gonna pay for that 23" .... maybe even cheaper!!

~ Lon

[KMB 316]

KMB, if you can use eBay, that's where I got my LN-R268W (26") model.... only a hundred and fifty more bucks than what you're gonna pay for that 23" .... maybe even cheaper!!

~ Lon


i never buy anything on ebay over 100 dollars, if im oging to make an investment its going to be a good investment ;D