Do you need a high def TV to use this? Or can you use with older TVs? Sounds Good but don't have a hdtv yet.
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Yes, you can use with a standard TV set. There are composite and component video jacks in addition the HDMI jack, which you can use if/when you upgrade to an HDTV.
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The Progressive scan and upscaling will not work without an HDMI connection from the player to the TV.In other words you're going to need a HDTV with HDMI connection in order to use the feature that improves picture.
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Is this compatible with a ViewSonic VX2250WM-LED 22-Inch monitor? I need to screen dvds in a gallery situation and am thinking about putting these two items together if the upscaling would work with that monitor (?) Should I buy any other cables?
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If I have an older CRT panasonic TV can I use this to watch DVD and bluray from an HDMI out Bluray player? the TV still works so dont want to repalce yet but when it goes I will upgrade the TV with the new bluray player. Thanks for any insight.
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I have a HD TV and was able to hook it up direct without a converter box. If its an older TV you would need a converter box.
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Yes you have 2 options. If your TV got a audio output then use that to connect this speakers. If your TV don't have audio output then you need use their AV option (You cannot HDMI)
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You want to use a in-house speaker system for sound. The sound is just ok, a little tinty and on the high side for the TV itself. I run everything through a Sony STR-DN1040. There is and advantage to my setup, the STR-DN1040 does upscale to 2160 at 30HZ (4K) which this TV can display. . So any blu-ray I run that was recorded at 24hz will upscale to that 4K.I get a great picture. True 4k is supposed to be 2160 a 60HZ, but I have not seen any issues with mine.
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It's awful without HD cable. I had this tv for a month before getting HD cable and it was not enjoyable. Don't get a 1080 tv if you plan to watch non HD programs.
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You need either component cables (red/blue/green video) or an HDMI cable to watch TV in hi-def. Go to monoprice.com for all your cable needs, don't pay for the overpriced Monster cables. Your cable company should of provided you at least component cables (most don't provide HDMI cables). But use that above site for cheap HDMI cables if you want, either cables will work
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Yes you need an HDTV, reception is good for me but all the stations I watch are within 20 miles.
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I use the TV sound and it suits me fine. Granted it's not the best it can be, but if you don't like it you can buy a amplifier receiver & speakers and go at it.
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I am considering the 325 and had considered placing it next to the TV as I have space there. From what you said this would bae a bad move. I am not in a position to purchase an HDTV now - we have a good, but very heavy old SONY which I fear is too heavy. I can build a supporting unti to place the 325 in and then set the sony on top. Do you think this would have any negaative affect on the 325 sound quality? Thanks very much for any thoughts you may have.cassocala
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IMO if you are buying a nice 55" tv or any nice HD tv IMO, you should have a nice HOME THEATER SYSTEM to go with it. I dont even use the built in speakers ever... so that isnt a concern to me.. I cant see watching a 55" 3d tv with built in speakersand for the record, they dont sound good at all..
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Hi: I am also thinking of buying this TV. Can you please help answer if this TV has a built in HD tuner?Thanks.Vinod
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That's how I use mine. (FYI - with an older HDTV set - since the output is external - you might not be able to control the volume of the sound without adjusting the amp's control. That is a bit of a pain.)
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hi can u tell me if u need to get HD channels to appreciate the picture quality on this TV or will regular cable suffice? what abt playing DVDs do i need a HD dvd player or a reg player should do as well?Thanks
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Why not run component from your bluray to your receiver that way you will get excellent video and good sound. Using coaxial for sound is the worst choice. If you want to use HDMI to the TV then use optical for your sound.
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I have been tweaking my new set's picture for 3 days now. The high def is terrific but I only get 12 channels of HD. Since 50% of my viewing will be standard def cable channels, I am very disappointed that I can't get the SD picture to a level of acceptability. (I feel compelled to go to another room and watch non-HD programs on my old 36" CRT.) Any suggestions on setting changes for SD programs? A lot of the screen is blurry and pixelated (with or without the 120-Hz on).
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This model does not have HDMI. It comes with a Displayport to VGA adapter so you can use an older monitor for free right out of the box. Also you can buy a displayport to HDMI converter if you like for around $15. I believe the HDMI standards body charges a royalty on every box with HDMI so if you dont need HDMI, you save a few bucks with this configuration.