Author Topic: LCD/LED/Plasma recommendations for 1st time buyers (Read 14564 times)

ex8 · « **Reply #30 on:** Sep 24, 2010 at 10:33 PM »

Western Trinoma has a new JVC 32" LCD w/ leather or leatherette design AT 27K SRP but kaya daw sa 25K.!

iddle_hans · « **Reply #31 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 08:55 AM »

Quote from: iddle_hans on Sep 23, 2010 at 10:50 PM

sir question po newbie here im planning on getting an LCD tv for the first time kaya lang ang dami ko dilemma gusto ko kasi talaga bang for the buck ang makuha ko including sa HT gusto ko sulit din for the LCD pretty much may idea na ko ive narrowed it down to this 2 brands

LG 32LD330 with free HT-353SD but im planning to upgrade it to HT-554TM or HT805PM add lang ako ng 5K to 7K for SNS promo main reason is because it can play MP4 files and meron karaoke function for wifey

my other choice is

Samsung LA-32C350 bundled with HT-C330

question ko po is ano po ang mas ok dito sa dalawa including yung HT pag nag play ba ako ng regular DVD movie sa non HDMI player tapos lagay ko nalang sa high ang settings ng screen may diffrence ba or kailangan talaga HDMI ready yung player?

my budget is only 28k max na talaga ang 30k masama na loob ko pag ganun kalaki aabutin hehehehehehe

help me out sir or if you have any other units that you could reffer pls do so BTW main purpose of the TV is for cable viewing DVD and xbox gaming.

thanks pasensya na mejo mahaba

hi sir can you please help me po thanks

Carlo777 · « **Reply #32 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 11:48 AM »

@iddle_hans

Not really keen on H.Ts never got one in the first place.

For the display device, and for your use I'd rec an LG 460 or a Tosh CV700, I always find lower Samsung models too bright to a point that the colors pale out already.

garee · « **Reply #33 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 12:23 PM »

at AV Surfer there is a promo using Citibank.

LG 42PJ350R at P70,000 (18mos 0% int)
with FREE LG 32LD460.

iddle_hans · « **Reply #34 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 02:18 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Sep 25, 2010 at 11:48 AM

@iddle_hans

Not really keen on H.Ts never got one in the first place.

For the display device, and for your use I'd rec an LG 460 or a Tosh CV700, I always find lower Samsung models too bright to a point that the colors pale out already.

thanks for the reply sir another question po

im not really fammiliar with HD po kasi can i just use my regular dvd player and set the resulution to a higher dpi and still get a very good quality pq or do i really need a hdmi player as well to get a good pq thanks

nsp · « **Reply #35 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 04:11 PM »

noob here. hope you can help me too.

looking for a 32"-37" lcd tv.

it will be mainly used for:
1. hd movies (mkv format) downloaded from the internet
2. analog broadcast on cable
use case (1) will be more frequent than (2)

main priorities are:
i. picture quality
ii. sound quality
iii. PIP. will add pogi points but i can live without it.

my options are:
a) lg ld460 because of its usb port which i can use for (1). however i feel i am paying extra for its full hd feature that i won't really notice. i read in several sites that for displays lower than 40" there is really no noticeable difference between hd ready and full hd.
b) an hd ready lcd + nmt from cdr king that costs 3k. connection is via hdmi 1.3

what do you guys think? is the extra couple of thousands for (a) worth it or would i get better bang for the buck for (b)?
if i go with (b), what display do you recommend?

thanks.

benpogee · « **Reply #36 on:** Sep 25, 2010 at 05:11 PM »

I also had the same predicament a month ago. After narrowing down my choice between the Toshiba AV700
and 32LG460, I eventually opted to get the 37LD460 and I'm very satisfied with my choice since my son's PS3 is also connected to the LCDTV and ok na ok rin siya sa bluray discs, AVCHD discs and 1080P MKV movies.

Sa difference na 5K between the 32LD460 and Tosh Av700, sulit na sulit yung built-in USB media player ng LG, Full HD feature (for bluray, ps3 and 1080P mkv videos) and mas maganda at mas buo rin ang sound ng LG (30 watts). Meron din energy saving feature sa LD460 to reduce power consumption by controlling the backlight.

Since nasa 29K na lang ang 37LD460 these days, I think mas ok na kunin mo na yung 37LD460 kung pasok naman siya sa budget mo.

gorki0918 · « **Reply #37 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 06:29 AM »

i need your opinion chief.. i'm in dilemma if what will i choose from LG 42LD460, TOSHIBA 40CV700 and SANYO 42k40-HD? my old lcd was an lg scarlet 32". im into gaming and movies.. also, i'm looking for the most efficient in terms of power consumption.. thanks for all the help

nsp · « **Reply #38 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 09:59 AM »

Quote from: benpogee on Sep 25, 2010 at 05:11 PM

I also had the same predicament a month ago. After narrowing down my choice between the Toshiba AV700
and 32LG460, I eventually opted to get the 37LD460 and I'm very satisfied with my choice since my son's PS3 is also connected to the LCDTV and ok na ok rin siya sa bluray discs, AVCHD discs and 1080P MKV movies.

Sa difference na 5K between the 32LD460 and Tosh Av700, sulit na sulit yung built-in USB media player ng LG, Full HD feature (for bluray, ps3 and 1080P mkv videos) and mas maganda at mas buo rin ang sound ng LG (30 watts). Meron din energy saving feature sa LD460 to reduce power consumption by controlling the backlight.

Since nasa 29K na lang ang 37LD460 these days, I think mas ok na kunin mo na yung 37LD460 kung pasok naman siya sa budget mo.

thanks. in another thread here at pdvd, another member was not satisfied with ld460's built-in media player. guess i have to audition it myself. too bad there was no stock at sns las weekend. sa abenson naman wala silang mkv movie na pwedeng i-try.

garee · « **Reply #39 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 03:45 PM »

i have seen a store in trinoma offering

Samsung series5 LED TV + Samsung Series3 LCD TV both 32in for P60,000.

is this a good deal?

artsky · « **Reply #40 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 04:00 PM »

it would be a good deal if you are just aiming for a 32inches lcd.

yuushi · « **Reply #41 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 05:40 PM »

Quote from: garee on Sep 27, 2010 at 03:45 PM

i have seen a store in trinoma offering

Samsung series5 LED TV + Samsung Series3 LCD TV both 32in for P60,000.

is this a good deal?

wow sir. anong store ito?

garee · « **Reply #42 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 10:59 PM »

Quote from: yuushi on Sep 27, 2010 at 05:40 PM

wow sir. anong store ito?

i forgot the name, its the store beside Canon in the 4th level.

yuushi · « **Reply #43 on:** Sep 27, 2010 at 11:11 PM »

Quote from: garee on Sep 27, 2010 at 10:59 PM

i forgot the name, its the store beside Canon in the 4th level.

dont they have promo for 40 inchers?

jonm · « **Reply #44 on:** Sep 28, 2010 at 06:27 PM »

Quote from: yuushi on Sep 27, 2010 at 05:40 PM

wow sir. anong store ito?

I think that's "gadgets in style"...

kimberlyann3 · « **Reply #45 on:** Sep 29, 2010 at 02:52 AM »

Hi,

This is my first post but i've been lurking these threads for a couple of weeks already since we are on our way to purchasing our FIRST LCD TV.... we are currently looking at Sony's KLV-40BX400. Any feedbacks?

Thanks in advance for your reply/advise.

warmaster · « **Reply #46 on:** Oct 07, 2010 at 08:42 PM »

hi newbie here. been using a toshiba crt for well over a decade now. the thing has served me well but now i think it's high time i move on to lcd tvs for more space, better viewing and less power consumption.

i'm looking to buy 32 incher for my small room to be used mainly for gaming. will also be watching movies and cable tv, but not too keen on cable tv quality. i'm leaning towards a toshiba cv 700 or lg ld460. but when i went to look around shops i found that led tvs are better for my eyes. i'm not so much brand conscious that i'm also interested in avision lcd tvs and devant's led tvs. samsung series 4 led tvs are also cheap and i might consider the UA32c4000. i'm really torned right now and i fear i might make the wrong decision as i might get my unit by next week.

(i'm also a sucker for freebies and stuff like the Devant 32 led tv with free 19 lcd tv or the likes)

Dennis818 · « **Reply #47 on:** Oct 11, 2010 at 08:57 PM »

hi. i have the same dilemma. Was comparing the Toshiba 32CV700, LG32LD460, Samsung 32C550 and the Sony 32EX400 when I chanced upon SnS earlier and saw the LG32LE5500 LED. I've heard that LED is the newer technology and on comparison with the 460 and the CV, PQ was way better. This unit will be used for gaming and watching movies. Now it seems the more time I do some research, newer models are being introduced. Can someone advise me the pros and cons of getting an LED vs. and LCD. Thanks.

EugeneCruise · « **Reply #48 on:** Oct 12, 2010 at 12:58 PM »

Quote from: yuushi on Sep 27, 2010 at 11:11 PM

dont they have promo for 40 inchers?

They do... Panasonic 42" Full HD Plasma + 37" Full HD LCD for only PHP64,995.. forgot the exact models..

And yes, it is Gadgets in Style.

heineken · « **Reply #49 on:** Oct 15, 2010 at 12:38 PM »

toshiba av700 + nmt or 32ld460?

TimSavvy · « **Reply #50 on:** Oct 16, 2010 at 02:26 PM »

^
To quickly answer -
LG 32LD460 + XTreamer HD Media Player
Sayang 1080p / 100,000:1 DCR / 4ms RT kung AV700 lang

hth..

Quote from: Dennis818 on Oct 11, 2010 at 08:57 PM

hi. i have the same dilemma. Was comparing the Toshiba 32CV700, LG32LD460, Samsung 32C550 and the Sony 32EX400 when I chanced upon SnS earlier and saw the LG32LE5500 LED. I've heard that LED is the newer technology and on comparison with the 460 and the CV, PQ was way better. This unit will be used for gaming and watching movies. Now it seems the more time I do some research, newer models are being introduced. Can someone advise me the pros and cons of getting an LED vs. and LCD. Thanks.

Like you, I couldn't distinguish the real PQ benefits of LED when I auditioned LD460 vs LE5500 side by side.
That's why I created a thread between LED-Lit LCD vs Non-LED-Lit LCDs PQ comparison:
http://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,122881.0.html

hth.

[dcw]aaron · « **Reply #51 on:** Nov 23, 2010 at 01:09 AM »

noob rin po..sana makatulong kayo..

im looking for a 42" lcd tv.

it will be mainly used for:
1. movies (dvd/bluray/sd&hd (from the internet)
2. gaming (ps3)
3. tv (more sa local than cable)

yung sanang bang for the buck kasi baka matagalan pa bago mapalitan..

currently im using a 32" pana viera 32c10x

thanks po!

heineken · « **Reply #52 on:** Nov 24, 2010 at 04:17 PM »

Quote from: [dcw]aaron on Nov 23, 2010 at 01:09 AM

noob rin po..sana makatulong kayo..

im looking for a 42" lcd tv.

it will be mainly used for:
1. movies (dvd/bluray/sd&hd (from the internet)
2. gaming (ps3)
3. tv (more sa local than cable)

yung sanang bang for the buck kasi baka matagalan pa bago mapalitan..

currently im using a 32" pana viera 32c10x

thanks po!

32LD460

TimSavvy · « **Reply #53 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 12:42 PM »

^
I agree.. if 32" is too small for you, LG 37LD460 = BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK!

Clondalkin · « **Reply #54 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 12:47 PM »

DOM's 29.5K 42C10 is my candidate for any HDTV lower than 30K.

Peace TimSavvy! hehehe

TimSavvy · « **Reply #55 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 01:04 PM »

LG 32LD460 = BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK!

Clondalkin · « **Reply #56 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 01:07 PM »

Timsavvy how much ang

32LD460
37LD460
42LD460

Thanks!

TimSavvy · « **Reply #57 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 01:15 PM »

^
Bro, I have no idea how much those cost nowadays.
Less than a month ago, I got my 37LD460 for P29.5k for my room.
(replaced my Samsung LA32R81B)

Size truly does matter!

I think there are at least 3 sellers here in the forum posting their price list.

I'm also looking for the best priced 42LD460 for our sala.

Sorry I don't have the updated prices.

Clondalkin · « **Reply #58 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 01:20 PM »

Quote from: TimSavvy on Nov 26, 2010 at 01:15 PM

^
Bro, I have no idea how much those cost nowadays.
Less than a month ago, I got my 37LD460 for P29.5k for my room.
(replaced my Samsung LA32R81B)

Size truly does matter!

I think there are at least 3 sellers here in the forum posting their price list.

I'm also looking for the best priced 42LD460 for our sala.

Thanks TimSavvy

In which case, since size truly matters as you mentioned, then the 29.5K Panasonic 42C10 plasma has got to be the best bang for the buck? hehehe. Baka gusto mong subukin?

etnad7 · « **Reply #59 on:** Nov 26, 2010 at 03:14 PM »

guys what do you recommend for HTPC setup (pc games and MKV files)? LCD or LED? thanks!