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Dudes, this is my first time posting in this forum.

Lord_Ashe, what kind of Phillips are u using? Can it display HD? I'm looking for a CRT TV with HD capability for RM2K. Looking to invest in X360/PS3 in the near future and need a 29" that is sort of future proof (until LCDs become more affordable that is...) Any suggestions guys?

Thanks Mikelee.

AFAIK, technically component video CAN handle up to 1080p (from Wikipedia). However, the impact of HDMI will only be seen once 2 things happen:

1) HDDVD or Bluray wins the format war;

2) Hollywood finally implements their HDCP-ICT anti-piracy initiative

HDMI is just digital video with audio built into a single cable. For now, that's the only thing it is. However, when (2) happens, any HD media that has ICT implemented will automatically be downgraded to 540p when it detects an analog (ie component) connection. Sure, it's better than 480i, but do you really want to be stuck with 540p when you KNOW you're missing out on 1080p (Sony we're looking at you)?

That aside, in terms of quality, and while Hollywood makes up its mind whether to use ICT and when, on a sub 50" TV component/HDMI/DVI won't look much different. So it depends on whether you want to be future proof, or just decide to not worry about it until the time comes.

Having said that, I guess it's better to invest wisely...

Actually yes, we DO need to have a HDCP-compliant Player/TV to enjoy true HD quality from next gen HD media. If you have HDMI/DVI input, then you're safe - but any TVs without it in probably 4-5 years time will not be able to produce 1080p (well at least if we discount the fact that some Chinese uberhacker will come up with a cable to fool the HDCP).

Heheh. NOW you're catching on. AFAIK, there are very few TVs out there that natively support 1080p - the ones that claim to be (or so I heard) mostly achieve that thru upscaling. So yeah, at the moment if you REALLY want to be future proof, invest in one of those 70" LCD/plasma panels from Westinghouse or similar and by then MAYBE you'll be able to boast "true" 1080p support.

Otherwise, if you're a regular person who just wants a little bit extra quality I suggest you get the best you can afford. A 40" Bravia will take care of your needs for at least several years.

LoL.

Well I applaud your sensible thinking, bear in mind also that this only applies if you're buying the Vanilla PS3. But if you're planning on getting the Premium version you'll be stuck without HDMI!

It's a tricky issue but at the end of the day only spend what you're willing to for quality you will definitely accept. Whatever TV you buy will be staring at you for at least 3 years...

Yup. All the consoles you have should be supported if not, it's gonna suck big time.

I do have a Pixel Plus 2 CRT - no HDMI, but I've got 2 component Hi-Def inputs that SHOULD cover my potential 360 purchase and even the Wii eventually.

If the Wii doesn't go beyond 480p I may have to share my other "regular" component connection with my DVD player - worst case scenario is I have to downgrade my DVD player connection to S-video, but that seems crummy.

Sure thing bro. Looking forward to getting my 360.

I actually DO have a switcher for component inputs. Bought it from Lik-Sang for RM 60. Best decision I ever made That's a potential solution, yeah.

/puts on fanboy hat

Personally, I am anticipating the Wii more than the PS3 right now. Sony's continued arrogance will relegate it to a much later purchase, for me.

So yes, I love Wii.

/takes off fanboy hat

LoL The Samsungs are a good buy, IMHO. You just have to decide between the HDMI or non-HDMI model. I'd go with the HDMI, I guess, although you may have to fork out for a HDMI-compatible home theater unit...

I was at Desa Home Theater just now and had a little chat with the salesperson. According to him if you watch mainly ASTRO and DVDs, plasma is a better choice and he recomended the Toshiba 42" plasma which is retailing for RM7500. It looks something like the model in the following link but I'm not too sure the exact model for the one at Desa.

http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/televisions/pr...sp?model=42HP95

oh ya...

HD CRT TV:
1. sony xxxxm61 series(using by xxboxx) price 1799++
2. philips xxPT8845 series price ??

hmm...limited choice we have...

philips problem with 360? no 720p ?...oh....only 1 to choose 

OMG, Dell LCD monitor 2407WFP selling cheap  @ RM2349.
Click here for more info. 

i play in my hall wor... so lcd monitor not an option for me