Sony KDS-R50XBR1 RPTV

Posted by: davidf on 23 January 2006

After doing alot of research, I believe this is the tv that I will go with. I compared it to many plasma sets and unless I want to spend big $ on a plasma ie $6000, this will be the best for me. I dont have to worry about plasma burn in or deterioration and this set is 1180P compatable. the picture is great. Only down side is it`s not mountable on a wall (not a big issue for me) and the off angel viewing is not as good as a plasma. Otherwise, it has the best picture on a 50" screen that I have seen. anybody else ever see this TV? david

Posted on: 23 January 2006 by Tuan

Yes...

It was my choice for the 50 inch TV but my bedroom is too small for it. I ended up with the SONY Bravia KDL-V40XBR1 LCD instead. You make the right choice. The one you select is a new Sony design LCD (high resolution) projection TV and the picture is beautiful.

Posted on: 23 January 2006 by Clay Bingham

David

This set is indeed spectacular and is on my short list as well. Just a note on 1080p compatibility. It has the resolution for 1080p but will not accept a direct 1080p input such as, for example, from a blue ray DVD. This is true of most 1080p capable sets at this time. I don't know if this is for coypright protection reasons or because of the lack of 1080p sources. Strange though.

Clay

Posted on: 23 January 2006 by davidf

Thanks guys, would you think that sitting 8 or 9 ft from the set would be appropriate? Also, what does 1080P compatable mean? If the broadcast eventually becomes 1080P, wouldn`t this set be able to take advantage of this? I am about ready to plunk down the money, but would like further opinions. david

Posted on: 24 January 2006 by Tuan

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Originally posted by davidf:
Thanks guys, would you think that sitting 8 or 9 ft from the set would be appropriate? Also, what does 1080P compatable mean? If the broadcast eventually becomes 1080P, wouldn`t this set be able to take advantage of this? I am about ready to plunk down the money, but would like further opinions. david

David

Just buy it and enjoy good movies with it. For the minimum viewing distance, it is recommended that you sit at a minimum distance equal to 2 x the diagonal measurement of your screen size.

Posted on: 24 January 2006 by David Dever

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If the broadcast eventually becomes 1080P, wouldn`t this set be able to take advantage of this?

Word is, the iLINK (FireWire, IEEE1394, etc.) inputs will support full 1080p, albeit at a lower bit rate.

Oddly enough, the maximum resolution on the PC (VGA) input is 1280 x 1024, which excludes the possibility of using an external scaler (e.g., iScan HD+) for 1080p signals.

Again, do not forget to get the unit calibrated in-room by a trained technician. This can maximize projection video performance under the lighting conditions of your room, and is inexpensive relative to the performance benefits.

Posted on: 25 January 2006 by davidf

decision made: bought the sony. Will get it in a few weeks. Looking forward to using it! Thanks for the help, guys. david

Posted on: 25 January 2006 by Tuan

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Originally posted by davidf:
decision made: bought the sony. Will get it in a few weeks. Looking forward to using it! Thanks for the help, guys. david

Congratulation. Now go and buy some good DVD (like LOTR) and enjoy.

Posted on: 25 January 2006 by Clay Bingham

David

Good for you. I'll be interested in your thoughts once you have it up and running.

Enjoy
Clay