I need a new tv, help

well I would say go with the KLH, its an inch bigger ( I know huge difference), S-video, 2 lines in, and it beats the others in price. Hopefully it wont blow though and if it does hopefully it will be before the 1-year warranty is up

 

Mike, I'm a video buff as well, and have owned several TVs over the years. The best of that list is definately the Phillips. Magnavox TVs were some of the best looking, most reliable, most feature rich TVs I have owned. Phillips is Magnavox, if you didn't know. The picture quality is great on these too. I might also suggest looking into some Toshibas. CC has them as well as Sears. They are top notch TVs at unbelieveable prices . I might also suggest RCA. I have owned quite a few of them, and never had any issue. While I have heard it said that they suck, they have always provided me with great service, and I have to discount what others say about them. Heck, when I bought my new TV I put my trusty old 34" RCA in the bedroom .

Seriously though, Phillips is the best by far on that list, and look into Toshiba.

 

Mike, I would go into Circuit City, find a TV that you like that is slightly above your price range, then ask if they can find an open box in the computer at any other stores and then go pick up if it's within driving distance. This will give you the same warrenty and guarantees, but a lower price. Just a thought, I know how it is being in a money pinch! Good luck.

 

Michael,

Have you checked the prices at www.walmart.com. They have some good deals.

 

Michael,

Cool, i just thought I would mention wallyworld since they are everywhere, and you could atleast check them out(which you did). I really want a flat screen tv.

 

EEeewww...

When I went looking for my TV I was all ready to get a plasma. I'm sorry, but aside from the wow factor, I wouldn't own one. The picture looks liquid, the setup fees are astronomical, they have to be recharged every few years (at costs from $400-700!!!), and they don't recreate black. They have a long ways to go before I consider getting one. Of course, 4 years ago I said the same thing about RPTVs, and they have come a long way.And have you looked at those LCD TVs? Good lord. If you aren't looking at it straight on, you see almost nothing. Like the older RPTVs used to be. I got this:



I like the Phillips (the second on the list) and the Toshiba (third on the list) These are from an anal picture quality guy.

If you use any S-video, they tend to generate noise, and create what is known as ghosting. The Toshiba offers a noise reducer that can virtualy eliminate ghosting, offering a more crisp image. It will also offer a huge amount of settings for the best picture possible. And, it is reliable. Unfortunately, I don't like the silver case. While it seems like no big deal, it will create a slight amount of confusion while watching the TV.

The Phillips is feature rich. Offering color temperature on that small a TV is unusual, but a handy feature. It is loaded with inputs and adjstments, and like I said... I like Phillips/Magnavox. Unfortunately, it too is silver.

I wouldn't count out the Magnavox at the head of the list. Being as the case is better for viewing (yay, a Mfg without a silver case!!!) I would almost say that takes it to the head of the class. The price is great as well. If money is really tight Mike, I say the Magnavox is the deal, if you can come up with the extra $50, The Toshiba and Phillips will be worth the extra money.

Also, I might mention, I found CC has better prices on TVs than Worst Buy. Just my $.02

 

I have yet to see training day .

If you aren't really anal about it, the Maggie will do you great. Like I said, the case alone makes it very attractive when compared to the others on your list.

 

With TV's 20" and under, the difference in pic. quality is pretty negligible. Same with the SQ. Go with a brand that has a recognizable name, ie. Pan, Phillips/Mag, RCA, Toshiba, Sony, etc. Walmart, CC, and BB have a lot of cheap unknown brands like Sansui whose 20" TV's cost like $10 If the brand name is recognizable, get the TV that is cheapest. Like the mighty Seth, I'm a video geek with pretty anal pic. quality standards. The TV's on your short list are not all that bad, though.

 

id say go for the samsung...i work there, and those klh products are CRAP...

great it has an s-video input...its a 20 inch tv wont make a noticeable difference...especially when the tv doesnt look as good as the samsung anyways..

if you are going to buy the crappy one...but a PSP.

 

Boy, I am learnig how crappy S-video is on a big screen. The noise they generate just makes for a crap ass picture. It creates the liquid appearance I so disliked in the plasmas. I have the RCAs now, but the picture quality isn't as good. Thankfully my DVD has component outs and the TV is startlingly beautiful and pure through them. I guess I need to update my reciever for typical TV viewing, but for now it will have to do. I noticed a mad differance from RCAs to S-video on my 34 incher, but I have spent almost $100 on differant higher end S-video cables to no avail, they are getting slightly better, but not really great

Mike, what TV did you get?