LG Full HD 42".  Can't recall the exact model.  Value for $$.  Last time I checked, the price has dropped to ~3.5k.  I've been using for 6 months.  No problem whatsoever.  Frequently connecting to my laptop thru HDMI cable to watch movie.  As for Astro, I don't know if any brand will make the picture any better regardless of what the salesman/women told you