[mythtv-users] OT: HDTV TV's

[James C. Dastrup]

>I am looking for a HDTV and I am having some doubts about them. 

>I'd like it has 720p and 1080i (if it has 1080p, it'll be great) 

>The strange thing is that all the TV's I find (Plasma or LCD) only have 
>1024 x 768 resolutions... does it mean that they reduced 1920x1080 
>broadcasts to something near to 1024 x 768 ???

>What about 720p ( 1280x720) ? Are they also reduced to something 
>near to 1024 x 768 ?? 

>Is it a regular behaviour?? Can I find a truly 1920x1080 ?? Or they are 
>only theorical right now??
>

You may be looking at the wrong store or wrong brands.  True HDTV displays
are either 1280x720 or 1920x1080 pixels.  Make sure you get an exact pixel
count before you buy any TV - it should be in the specs.  If it's not, then they
are hiding something.  Also, 1024x768 is a 4:3 aspect, and not 16:9.  If you
really want a 4:3 aspect TV, your HDTV viewing will be limited and/or annoying.

Also be aware, many Plasma and LCD TV's are NOT HDTV.  They often 
call them EDTV (or Enhanced Definition TV) and are not HDTV.  Consumers 
often think because they have a plasma that they also have HDTV.

Don't forget about DLP's in your search. They are always (I think) true HDTV
and have great picture quality.

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