Title: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 07:58:24 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 07:58:24 PM
Replacement is an LG 65" monster that weighs about half of the plasma.
However, when going through the usual shopping for TV experience ("Thats got a better picture". "No, that one over there.") I couldn't help notice an LG TV for 30 grand...and the salesman told us that they had sold one the previous day.
30 grand for a TV???
Well, the HD porn should shine on that beast.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Aryan on January 30, 2018, 07:59:46 PM
Post by: Aryan on January 30, 2018, 07:59:46 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:04:47 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:04:47 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:05:40 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:05:40 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:06:56 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:06:56 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:14:51 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:14:51 PM
Asked the tech who declared our TV dead what is the best replacement and all he said was "Anything but Sony". When I checked Sony out, they were around 20% dearer than anything else with no appreciable difference in performance and quality. Sony used to rule the TV world...not anymore.
The LG look a little clearer and had richer colours. The comparable Samsung was also very good, but $200 more...which tilted us to LG.
Also, according to our consumer organisation, Choice, LG is the stronger performer in terms of reliability and support.
I would have gone with either, but $200 is $200.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:15:45 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:15:45 PM
And what tv is 30k? I know the 4k use to be high, but now they cheap too.Quote from: "Blazor"
30K is $30,000!!!
For a TV!!!
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 08:29:56 PM
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 08:29:56 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:33:31 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 08:33:31 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:38:07 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:38:07 PM
We have two tv's. One is a Panasonic and the other is an RCA. No complaints with either of them.Quote from: "iron horse jockey"
We had a forty two inch Panasonic plasma once..
It was reliable, but so is our LG we have now.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:38:53 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:38:53 PM
And what tv is 30k? I know the 4k use to be high, but now they cheap too.Quote from: "Blazor"
30K is $30,000!!!
For a TV!!!
Well I know that lol, I mean what made it that high? Some new technology I hadnt heard of yet? Best I knew was 4k LED, with a curved screen, like 70" or something.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:42:47 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:42:47 PM
We bought our Samsung LED almost 10 years ago and it's still going strong. I keep expecting it to die. No reason in particular.Quote from: "Dinky Dianna"
My 52" Samsung LCD, damn good picture, still going after 10 years as well (knocks on wood) and its gotten a LOT of use.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:43:31 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 08:43:31 PM
Ours was a plasma..its time was up.Quote from: "Bricktop"
Always heard plasma wouldnt last as long, and thats what made my mind up to get the LCD back then.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:43:59 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:43:59 PM
And what tv is 30k? I know the 4k use to be high, but now they cheap too.Quote from: "Blazor"
30K is $30,000!!!
For a TV!!!
Well I know that lol, I mean what made it that high? Some new technology I hadnt heard of yet? Best I knew was 4k LED, with a curved screen, like 70" or something.
Curved screen tv's are still expensive.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 08:58:33 PM
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 08:58:33 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:59:31 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:59:31 PM
Ours was a plasma..its time was up.Quote from: "Bricktop"
Always heard plasma wouldnt last as long, and thats what made my mind up to get the LCD back then.
Plasma tv's get very hot and no they don't last as long..
But, the picture quality is better than LCD in my opinion.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:59:58 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 08:59:58 PM
Curved screens suck anyway.Quote from: "Dinky Dianna"
What's wrong with them?
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 09:02:22 PM
Post by: Frood on January 30, 2018, 09:02:22 PM
Curved screens suck anyway.Quote from: "Dinky Dianna"
What's wrong with them?
I don't like how they change viewing perception. Give me a flat window any day.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 09:21:04 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 09:21:04 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 10:10:11 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 10:10:11 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 10:19:39 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 10:19:39 PM
Most reviewers heap scorn on curved screens that actually LIMIT viewing rather than enhancing. Here, curved screens are in the bargain bin.Quote from: "Bricktop"
Perhaps I'll take a closer look next time I see one.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 10:21:17 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 30, 2018, 10:21:17 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 10:26:25 PM
Post by: Blazor on January 30, 2018, 10:26:25 PM
They are a gimmick...nothing more...Quote from: "Bricktop"
Kinda like 3D tvs, waste.
Ever see any of the Hobbit movies at the theater, in the double frame rate 3D!? I wish they made ALL 3D like that!
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:05:06 PM
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:05:06 PM
Not at that point " actually LIMIT viewing rather than enhancing" is correct
They are not a flyer
We just got 50 Sony 4k for very competitive price - Never was a Sony cultist, but Love It
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 11:12:51 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 11:12:51 PM
Square 1. Curve has a focal point.Quote from: "cc"If you are exactly at that point, it's great.
Not at that point " actually LIMIT viewing rather than enhancing" is correct
They are not a flyer
We just got 50 Sony 4k for very competitive price - Never was a Sony cultist, but Love It
For a couple that is okay. If you have guests over watching a game, that won't do.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:14:55 PM
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:14:55 PM
Also for christmas Santa brought me an LG 29" 21:9 UltraWide Curved LED Monitor (29" Diagonal) - shallow curve
Ratio is 21 X 9
I know. Y'all hate me now
These work as one is well inside the center point of the curve
I had tried the flat ultrawide, but it always felt the ends were sliding away from me - exchanged it for this one and it works great
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 11:21:37 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 30, 2018, 11:21:37 PM
Actually not necessarily so - the sweet spot is not always reachable on a TV - one has to be on or inside the center of the curveQuote from: "cc"
Also for christmas Santa brought me an LG 29" 21:9 UltraWide Curved LED Monitor (29" Diagonal) - shallow curve(//%3C/s%3E%3CURL%20url=%22http://www.lg.com/uk/images/MN/features/PDP_29UC88_07_M03A_d.jpg%22%3E%3CLINK_TEXT%20text=%22http://www.lg.com/uk/images/MN/features%20...%20M03A_d.jpg%22%3Ehttp://www.lg.com/uk/images/MN/features/PDP_29UC88_07_M03A_d.jpg%3C/LINK_TEXT%3E%3C/URL%3E%3Ce%3E)
Ratio is 21 / 9
I know. Y'all hate me now
These work as one is well inside the center point of the curve
We have no plans to get a curved TV, but we might change our minds if we watched one for a while and compared.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:24:26 PM
Post by: cc on January 30, 2018, 11:24:26 PM
but for extensive computer work the shallow curve ultawides are great
I can run AutoCAD, type Blue Cashew and view the "special" pics you sent me
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 12:18:35 AM
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 12:18:35 AM
I know. Y'all hate me now:sad:
Yup.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 12:21:08 AM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 12:21:08 AM
Not too impressed by curved TVs I've seen so far, We really do like the flat Sony 50 4K we got thoughQuote from: "cc"
but for extensive computer work the shallow curve ultawides are great
I can run AutoCAD, type Blue Cashew and view the "special" pics you sent me:laugh: ... all viewable at the same time on one screen
Is iron horse jockey sending you special pictures again.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 12:22:53 AM
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 12:22:53 AM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 12:28:55 AM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 12:28:55 AM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 12:45:26 AM
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 12:45:26 AM
Or maybe he took my innocent
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Odinson on January 31, 2018, 01:37:07 AM
Post by: Odinson on January 31, 2018, 01:37:07 AM
Never had any problems.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Odinson on January 31, 2018, 01:38:38 AM
Post by: Odinson on January 31, 2018, 01:38:38 AM
My crappy Iphone dies if theres cold outside.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 09:02:19 AM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 09:02:19 AM
Well, it's Manitoba eh? They get messages lateQuote from: "cc"
Or maybe he took my innocent:43(2): "WOWZERS!!!" reply as a green light
Must be one of them.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 04:26:26 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 04:26:26 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: cc on January 31, 2018, 04:31:00 PM
We had to settle for 50" to keep my Throne Chair
No way it goes
4 K will be nice as more 4K material is produced - this Sony re-calculates image and tries to make it close to 4K - I must say clarity is superb
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 04:36:55 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 04:36:55 PM
I have a Sony 55" 4K UHD smart TV I bought at Visions. In a condo, I would not want any bigger.Quote from: "seoulbro"
I would not get the biggest TV I can find if it means giving up my leather theater love seat with matching sofa and chair. My living room is not that big.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 04:59:20 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 04:59:20 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: kiebers on January 31, 2018, 05:11:19 PM
Post by: kiebers on January 31, 2018, 05:11:19 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 05:15:21 PM
Post by: Bricktop on January 31, 2018, 05:15:21 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 06:03:36 PM
Post by: Anonymous on January 31, 2018, 06:03:36 PM
Meh, I just buy the cheap ones. Always had good luck with them. Just bought a 4k 55" for $289.00 with free delivery. HD picture is great. I can get a 65" for $539.00 and a 75" for $1199.00. Like I said never had an issue with the cheaper ones and if I did I could replace it several times for the price of a "name brand" that still uses the same parts that mine do.Quote from: "kiebers"
You won't find tv's that inexpensive here.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Angry White Male on February 01, 2018, 03:49:37 AM
Post by: Angry White Male on February 01, 2018, 03:49:37 AM
Ya. Condos are often not large enough for the big ones along with other goodies at a practical levelQuote from: "cc"
You're joking, right?
Here's the 65" Samsung that I personally installed on my wall. I can assure you there's room for more, and might just go for more when this screen packs it in. Remember, it's almost impossible to have 'too much' screen. Trust me... Get as big as you can afford.
Sound system? Easily handled with Bluetooth speakers and subs...
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 10:57:45 AM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 10:57:45 AM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 03:50:15 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 03:50:15 PM
BenQ projector - $673 USD
Elite Sceen - $71 USD
Logitech Speaker - $120 USD
All for under $1000 you have yourself a home cinema setup, and can always upgrade to a larger screen when needed.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 03:58:13 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 03:58:13 PM
My TV is not wall mounted. A 55" screen is more than enough for the size of my condo living room.Quote from: "seoulbro"
Think 55" is the biggest it can get for a condo, currently that's the same TV size I've bought for my dad since he had moved into his apartment in Hongkong, and his place is already considered big by Asia standards.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on February 01, 2018, 04:11:26 PM
Post by: cc on February 01, 2018, 04:11:26 PM
Mate built a low component cabinet (6" high) that TV sits on keeping TV very low and unassuming profile so as to not take from decor and homey feeling
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:24:48 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:24:48 PM
My TV is not wall mounted. A 55" screen is more than enough for the size of my condo living room.Quote from: "seoulbro"
Think 55" is the biggest it can get for a condo, currently that's the same TV size I've bought for my dad since he had moved into his apartment in Hongkong, and his place is already considered big by Asia standards.
A big flat in Hong Kong, depending on which part of the territory equals mega $$$$$.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:33:32 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:33:32 PM
My TV is not wall mounted. A 55" screen is more than enough for the size of my condo living room.Quote from: "seoulbro"
Think 55" is the biggest it can get for a condo, currently that's the same TV size I've bought for my dad since he had moved into his apartment in Hongkong, and his place is already considered big by Asia standards.
A big flat in Hong Kong, depending on which part of the territory equals mega $$$$$.
I remember he had to pay his for about 4 million USD, but that was a few years ago and now it should worth over 6-7 mil. But the sad thing is the housing prices are nothing but a bubble, lol.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:37:13 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:37:13 PM
My TV is not wall mounted. A 55" screen is more than enough for the size of my condo living room.Quote from: "seoulbro"
Think 55" is the biggest it can get for a condo, currently that's the same TV size I've bought for my dad since he had moved into his apartment in Hongkong, and his place is already considered big by Asia standards.
A big flat in Hong Kong, depending on which part of the territory equals mega $$$$$.
I remember he had to pay his for about 4 million USD, but that was a few years ago and now it should worth over 6-7 mil. But the sad thing is the housing prices are nothing but a bubble, lol.
As you know Zetsu, I've always favoured letting the market dictate prices. However, the SAR government is making the middle class extinct by allowing non residents to artificially drive up real estate prices.
Singapore's economy is just as free as HK's and they have restrictions on foreign ownership of the city state's limited housing.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:48:30 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 04:48:30 PM
Bricktop why not get a BenQ projector and a 100" projector screen for as cheap as 70 USDs along with a set of Logitech THX computer speakers? That's currently what I have in my basement, I'm sure you'll like it too.Quote from: "Zetsu"
BenQ projector - $673 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/BenQ-DLP-1080p-Projector-HT2050/dp/B016JYOQ3W/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518278&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=benq+projector&psc=1
Elite Sceen - $71 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518378&sr=1-3&keywords=elite+screen+100%22
Logitech Speaker - $120 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Z623-Watt-Speaker-System/dp/B003VAHYTG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518417&sr=1-1&keywords=logitech+thx+speaker
All for under $1000 you have yourself a home cinema setup, and can always upgrade to a larger screen when needed.ac_cool
And do you run your tv through it Zetsu?
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:53:58 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:53:58 PM
My TV is not wall mounted. A 55" screen is more than enough for the size of my condo living room.Quote from: "seoulbro"
Think 55" is the biggest it can get for a condo, currently that's the same TV size I've bought for my dad since he had moved into his apartment in Hongkong, and his place is already considered big by Asia standards.
A big flat in Hong Kong, depending on which part of the territory equals mega $$$$$.
I remember he had to pay his for about 4 million USD, but that was a few years ago and now it should worth over 6-7 mil. But the sad thing is the housing prices are nothing but a bubble, lol.
As you know Zetsu, I've always favoured letting the market dictate prices. However, the SAR government is making the middle class extinct by allowing non residents to artificially drive up real estate prices.
Singapore's economy is just as free as HK's and they have restrictions on foreign ownership of the city state's limited housing.
I wish Hongkong's government would do something about it, I mean this is really nothing to do with supply and demand or capitalism anymore, but ppl simply abusing and exploiting the market, lol.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:58:27 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 04:58:27 PM
Bricktop why not get a BenQ projector and a 100" projector screen for as cheap as 70 USDs along with a set of Logitech THX computer speakers? That's currently what I have in my basement, I'm sure you'll like it too.Quote from: "Zetsu"
BenQ projector - $673 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/BenQ-DLP-1080p-Projector-HT2050/dp/B016JYOQ3W/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518278&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=benq+projector&psc=1
Elite Sceen - $71 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518378&sr=1-3&keywords=elite+screen+100%22
Logitech Speaker - $120 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Z623-Watt-Speaker-System/dp/B003VAHYTG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518417&sr=1-1&keywords=logitech+thx+speaker
All for under $1000 you have yourself a home cinema setup, and can always upgrade to a larger screen when needed.ac_cool
And do you run your tv through it Zetsu?
The projector and the 100" screen is pretty much the TV, but with a google Chromecast you can stream movies from your phone/tablet, or even connect a $300 laptop to it and play any movies/anime you want. If you live in a house Fash you should seriously consider this set up too.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:03:26 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:03:26 PM
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:09:04 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:09:04 PM
We have a wreck room, so it's something to consider Zetsu..Quote from: "Fashionista"
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Lol you don't need the TV anymore Fash, without a laptop you can still use ur smartphone or tablet and stream movies or netflix to the Chromecast that is connected to ur projector to watch your favorite films.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:11:17 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:11:17 PM
I wish Hongkong's government would do something about it, I mean this is really nothing to do with supply and demand or capitalism anymore, but ppl simply abusing and exploiting the market, lol.
BULLSEYE!!
There are middle class grads from HK who have decided to work on the mainland because they know that they are forever priced out of the real estate market. Hell, they can't afford rents in HK.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:21:04 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 05:21:04 PM
We have a wreck room, so it's something to consider Zetsu..Quote from: "Fashionista"
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Lol you don't need the TV anymore Fash, without a laptop you can still use ur smartphone or tablet and stream movies or netflix to the Chromecast that is connected to ur projector to watch your favorite films.ac_cool
So, as long as you subscribe to one of the streaming services, the Chromecast will work for the projectors?
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:24:23 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:24:23 PM
I wish Hongkong's government would do something about it, I mean this is really nothing to do with supply and demand or capitalism anymore, but ppl simply abusing and exploiting the market, lol.
BULLSEYE!!
There are middle class grads from HK who have decided to work on the mainland because they know that they are forever priced out of the real estate market. Hell, they can't afford rents in HK.
The middle class is getting squeezed hard, while the poor at least gets some type of government housing. IMO Hong Kong is kind of over hyped if you ever plan to work and live there. Even as a son of a employer, I can't lie that the fact that Canada is a much better place to work and live in than places like HK.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:33:08 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 05:33:08 PM
We have a wreck room, so it's something to consider Zetsu..Quote from: "Fashionista"
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Lol you don't need the TV anymore Fash, without a laptop you can still use ur smartphone or tablet and stream movies or netflix to the Chromecast that is connected to ur projector to watch your favorite films.ac_cool
So, as long as you subscribe to one of the streaming services, the Chromecast will work for the projectors?
Yep, the Chromecast is a receiver for non-smart TVs or projectors that doesn't have Netflix built in services in their system. All you need to do is just have a phone/tablet, Chromecast, projector, white colour wall or matte white screen and a set of computer speakers. Think the Chromecast only cost like $45 CAD before taxes. Aside from the phone/tablet the whole set still cost less than $1000 USD, it's pretty cheap considering you're getting about a 100" cinema in ur very own home.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on February 01, 2018, 05:55:13 PM
Post by: Bricktop on February 01, 2018, 05:55:13 PM
Bricktop why not get a BenQ projector and a 100" projector screen for as cheap as 70 USDs along with a set of Logitech THX computer speakers? That's currently what I have in my basement, I'm sure you'll like it too.Quote from: "Zetsu"
BenQ projector - $673 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/BenQ-DLP-1080p-Projector-HT2050/dp/B016JYOQ3W/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518278&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=benq+projector&psc=1
Elite Sceen - $71 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518378&sr=1-3&keywords=elite+screen+100%22
Logitech Speaker - $120 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Z623-Watt-Speaker-System/dp/B003VAHYTG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518417&sr=1-1&keywords=logitech+thx+speaker
All for under $1000 you have yourself a home cinema setup, and can always upgrade to a larger screen when needed.ac_cool
The issue I've had with a projector (I have one) is that in daylight they are not so effective. Also, for some reason, wives don't like large white screens on their walls.
In a basement they are ideal, but in a large windowed house, less so.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 06:23:18 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 06:23:18 PM
We have a wreck room, so it's something to consider Zetsu..Quote from: "Fashionista"
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Lol you don't need the TV anymore Fash, without a laptop you can still use ur smartphone or tablet and stream movies or netflix to the Chromecast that is connected to ur projector to watch your favorite films.ac_cool
So, as long as you subscribe to one of the streaming services, the Chromecast will work for the projectors?
Yep, the Chromecast is a receiver for non-smart TVs or projectors that doesn't have Netflix built in services in their system. All you need to do is just have a phone/tablet, Chromecast, projector, white colour wall or matte white screen and a set of computer speakers. Think the Chromecast only cost like $45 CAD before taxes. Aside from the phone/tablet the whole set still cost less than $1000 USD, it's pretty cheap considering you're getting about a 100" cinema in ur very own home.ac_cool
We have a couple of other expenses coming up soon, but I'll see how my husband feels about it..
Our wreck room would be ideal for a projector.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 06:28:03 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 06:28:03 PM
Bricktop why not get a BenQ projector and a 100" projector screen for as cheap as 70 USDs along with a set of Logitech THX computer speakers? That's currently what I have in my basement, I'm sure you'll like it too.Quote from: "Zetsu"
BenQ projector - $673 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/BenQ-DLP-1080p-Projector-HT2050/dp/B016JYOQ3W/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518278&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=benq+projector&psc=1
Elite Sceen - $71 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Elite-Screens-Manual-100-Projector/dp/B008XGTXWE/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518378&sr=1-3&keywords=elite+screen+100%22
Logitech Speaker - $120 USDhttps://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Z623-Watt-Speaker-System/dp/B003VAHYTG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517518417&sr=1-1&keywords=logitech+thx+speaker
All for under $1000 you have yourself a home cinema setup, and can always upgrade to a larger screen when needed.ac_cool
The issue I've had with a projector (I have one) is that in daylight they are not so effective. Also, for some reason, wives don't like large white screens on their walls.
In a basement they are ideal, but in a large windowed house, less so.
Man I'd hate to say this but your exactly right about it... never realized about this issue since I've always installed my projectors in the basement. Better tell Fash about this before she and her husband decides to buy one.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 06:42:11 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 06:42:11 PM
We have a wreck room, so it's something to consider Zetsu..Quote from: "Fashionista"
Can I watch Netflix on it without my laptop or tv?
Sorry for the questions, but I don't know anyone who has Ben Q.
Lol you don't need the TV anymore Fash, without a laptop you can still use ur smartphone or tablet and stream movies or netflix to the Chromecast that is connected to ur projector to watch your favorite films.ac_cool
So, as long as you subscribe to one of the streaming services, the Chromecast will work for the projectors?
Yep, the Chromecast is a receiver for non-smart TVs or projectors that doesn't have Netflix built in services in their system. All you need to do is just have a phone/tablet, Chromecast, projector, white colour wall or matte white screen and a set of computer speakers. Think the Chromecast only cost like $45 CAD before taxes. Aside from the phone/tablet the whole set still cost less than $1000 USD, it's pretty cheap considering you're getting about a 100" cinema in ur very own home.ac_cool
We have a couple of other expenses coming up soon, but I'll see how my husband feels about it..
Our wreck room would be ideal for a projector.
Fash if you don't mind me asking, does your wreck room have any thick blinds or curtains to block out the day light? In Brick's previous post prior to yours he had just mentioned the one of the biggest issue with projectors that even I never realized is they only display well in a very dim to dark environments. Or if you have a spot in the basement it would be a really good location.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 06:43:28 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 06:43:28 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 07:01:32 PM
Post by: Zetsu on February 01, 2018, 07:01:32 PM
Our wreck room has small windows that we can easily cover to keep out the bright sunlight.Quote from: "Fashionista"
Ahh ok, then it shouldn't be a problem as long as they aren't much bigger than most basement windows. Or if possible you can try searching for a projector that has a more powerful punch in lumens just in case if the room is still a bit too bright.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 07:03:51 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 07:03:51 PM
Our wreck room has small windows that we can easily cover to keep out the bright sunlight.Quote from: "Fashionista"
Ahh ok, then it shouldn't be a problem as long as they aren't much bigger than most basement windows. Or if possible you can try searching for a projector that has a more powerful punch in lumens just in case if the room is still a bit too bright.
Sunlight won't be a problem, but spending over a thousand dollars right now will.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on February 01, 2018, 08:06:04 PM
Post by: Bricktop on February 01, 2018, 08:06:04 PM
With all the money you make from The Blue Cashew???
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 08:27:06 PM
Post by: Anonymous on February 01, 2018, 08:27:06 PM
What?Quote from: "Bricktop"
With all the money you make from The Blue Cashew???
Lol, believe it or not, we have to be careful how we spend.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: cc on February 01, 2018, 09:05:18 PM
Post by: cc on February 01, 2018, 09:05:18 PM
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Angry White Male on February 02, 2018, 02:15:33 AM
Post by: Angry White Male on February 02, 2018, 02:15:33 AM
High up in in livingroom is sooo crude / unclassy / CRASS Mel ... yukkk ... no wonder you can't get females to stayQuote from: "cc"
Really... I install every electronic component, from start to finish, so don't you think I would've studied optimal mounting heights before drilling into my walls?
I did study. Rested back on my genuine leather couch, the height I mounted my TV at is considered optimal. Understand that it swivels also (and can slide too), bringing the screen directly in line with the viewer.
How you've managed to combine optimal TV mounting height, with women not liking me, is beyond my willingness to even care.
Title: Re: Our 60" TV died.
Post by: Bricktop on February 02, 2018, 06:00:20 AM
Post by: Bricktop on February 02, 2018, 06:00:20 AM