Q: I have a good LCD TVu003e 30voor a reasonable price (aka as cheaply as possible.) This (http://www.emprex.com/02_products_02.php?id=78) goes for 750 shipped at outpost. Plus I can open a new VISA card and get another $ 100 off.
First, I know its not an HD tuner. That is not a major issue for me the difference between HDTV and SDTV is negligible. If possible, I would not mind getting an HD tuner in the future (or borrow my brothers), but I will not feel cheated without one.
Second, I do not know about DVI or HDMI, but I do not see much of a disadvantage that since it has VGA.
I show this TV as a second monitor for my PC in my bedroom. TV will be in the next room. 90% of the time it will be used as a screen. The remaining 10% of the time will be divided between playing my Gamecube, Sega Saturn, and watching live SDTV. While my PC monitor will be used for small games (RTS) 10% of the time, watch TV programs from my computer, a TV tuner with 25% of the time, watching fan subbed anime 50% of the time and the overall calculation of the remaining 15% of the time.
So for $ 650 do you think this screen will my needs to fit?
EDIT:
I currently have 19Sony SDM HS95 in my room and use Samsung 27CRT (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16824001216) in the other room. Samsung is great for watching anime and TV shows, but terrible when used for general computing, because it is not high enough resolution.
I prefer 4:3 (I hate widescreen), but because all larger monitors are widescreen I gets a slightly larger display to make it right.
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Re:Originally posted by: guy
dont u need a HDTV and a HD tuner to do HD?
You'll need an HDTV monitor or an HDTV with built in tuner to do HD. The newer HD sets are supposed to be equipped with HD tuners as of last July (this may have changed yet again).
If you're looking at getting HD from your Cable Co., then they'll usually supply the tuner/converter – you can double check with your Cable Co. if you're looking into this.
For computers I believe it is dependant on your Video Card.
The new game consoles (xbox360, PS3, etc.) are supposed to be able to output HD signals as well. I know for sure the xbox360 does.
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Re:Originally posted by: guy
dont u need a HDTV and a HD tuner to do HD?
Nice case, silver or black?
And I thought you only need a HD tuner if you wanted to watch a HD signal over cable or sat.
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Re:dont u need a HDTV and a HD tuner to do HD?
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Re:I agree with guy.
If you're going to be spending that much your should really look for best bang for your buck. HD (and widescreen) games are coming out now, and that's likely to only increase. In a few years (Decades 
?) there is going to be more and more HD content Broadcasting.
Get the best you can now, and if not now, on down the road you'll be happy you did.
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Re:I don't know the answer but will say this: It's a good thing you asked. guy's respose is what you wanted. When buying a new HD etc. display you should really really do your homework. Read the threads, get reviews, check out the scene and know the whys and wherefores before you buy. Good luck!
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Re:Originally posted by: guy
NO NO don't fall for the Emprex. A quick glance: There is no digital connection (DVI or HDMI) which is a big NO NO. No digital connection means no HDCP. I got my Westinghouse from Bestbuy for a little more than that Emprex when it was on sale. It is a very good set w/ Faroudja technology and DVI-HDCP. For this kind of price trust me people know their HDTVs. I had to go through 3 Bestbuys locally to get one. There are of course 26-27' Samsungs/Sonys/Sharps you can look at if you don't mind a smaller set. Keep in mind though if you "NEVER" plan to use BlueRay, HD-DVD, or even home theater PC, you can always go w/ the Emprex. It will display your stuff, but not as well and not as future proof as others w/ better built quality.
BTW SDTV content will look like crap on HDTVs, especially LCDs. You are better off w/ CRT for SD content. If you are going to buy an HDTV do yourself a favor and get digital tuner as well. Once you go high def you never go back. You will get used to widescreens as movies/tv show/games will adapt to the format slowly. Just my 0.02.
My brother has a HD tuner and he's been trying to sell me on it since day 1. I'll admit it looks pretty damn good. But for me as long as it's clear enough to make out whether the person is holding up 1 finger or 2 i'm fine with the quality. I'm not much of an audio-video guy, I don't even own a standalone dvd player. Like I said most of the time i'm just watching anime off my computer. When/If I do start using BluRay, HD-DVD, etc it'll be through my computer.
But I see what you mean about the HDCP thing. How about this (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16824112152), it's 2inches less but i can settle.
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Re:NO NO don't fall for the Emprex. A quick glance: There is no digital connection (DVI or HDMI) which is a big NO NO. No digital connection means no HDCP. I got my Westinghouse from Bestbuy for a little more than that Emprex when it was on sale. It is a very good set w/ Faroudja technology and DVI-HDCP. For this kind of price trust me people know their HDTVs. I had to go through 3 Bestbuys locally to get one. There are of course 26-27' Samsungs/Sonys/Sharps you can look at if you don't mind a smaller set. Keep in mind though if you "NEVER" plan to use BlueRay, HD-DVD, or even home theater PC, you can always go w/ the Emprex. It will display your stuff, but not as well and not as future proof as others w/ better built quality.
BTW SDTV content will look like crap on HDTVs, especially LCDs. You are better off w/ CRT for SD content. If you are going to buy an HDTV do yourself a favor and get digital tuner as well. Once you go high def you never go back. You will get used to widescreens as movies/tv show/games will adapt to the format slowly. Just my 0.02.
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