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| DarkAngel |
I'm a total n00b when it comes to plasma/lcd tvs and HDMI so I have a few questions...
1. Is it normal for HDMI cables to be so expensive? I looked on gamestop.com and the PS3 HDMI cable is like $60 I was like wtffffff
2. For 360 owners: Is HD-DVD built into the system itself, like Blu-Ray is built into PS3? And if it is built in, do you still need the HDMI cable for 360 in order to view HD-DVD movies? (I've never touched a 360 so I have no idea what's it like, I've only seen demos at Target, GameStop/EB, you get the idea.)
3. And finally, which type of display in your opinion is better for gaming? Plasma or LCD?
Any info is appreciated.
Thank you.
DA
P.S. I didn't include wii in this topic because I'm not sure if it's HDMI capable, since it doesn't use Blu-Ray OR HD-DVD...
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| TazZ-erT |
I dont use HDMI for my 360 (mines dosnt have a HDMI port- only the Elite does) I use the HD AV cable that comes with the 360 and on the Hi Def side of things- The 360 does not come with a HD-DVD player.. The 360 is a gamers console not a movie watchers :)
I was thinking about buying a HD-DVD player for my 360 but normal dvd's are cheaper and more accessible so ill stick with those for the time being.
PS Ebay is your friend ;) Click |
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| SuspicionVandit |
| quote: | Originally posted by DarkAngel
1. Is it normal for HDMI cables to be so expensive? I looked on gamestop.com and the PS3 HDMI cable is like $60 I was like wtffffff
2. For 360 owners: Is HD-DVD built into the system itself, like Blu-Ray is built into PS3? And if it is built in, do you still need the HDMI cable for 360 in order to view HD-DVD movies? (I've never touched a 360 so I have no idea what's it like, I've only seen demos at Target, GameStop/EB, you get the idea.)
3. And finally, which type of display in your opinion is better for gaming? Plasma or LCD? |
most people go with Monster cables from retail joints because it's the almost synonymous with home entertainment (iPod and mp3 players). I'm guessing the Playstation 3 uses the old tradition of requiring PS3 cables to output audio and video, forcing you to buy cables specifically to pit the PS3 output port. If not, you could go to Radioshack or Ebay and get some hella cheap Slovakian Orphanage HDMI cables that meet the bar for HDMI requirements. Or instead of paying $100-120 for over-rated Monster Douche cables, see if there one made by Sony themselves (better quality and usually a hair cheaper)
Or just go with Component
The HD-DVD drive doesn't come with the 360, but I believe there are a good number of promotions where you buy the drive and you get 5 free HD-DVDs (if it's sponsored by Toshiba, you'll be in for a treat because they will let you get ANY disc with an HD-DVD logo on it free, aka aregular movie, collectors set, or television series!)
LCD :) |
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| TheDemon |
| quote: | Originally posted by DarkAngel
I'm a total n00b when it comes to plasma/lcd tvs and HDMI so I have a few questions...
1. Is it normal for HDMI cables to be so expensive? I looked on gamestop.com and the PS3 HDMI cable is like $60 I was like wtffffff
2. For 360 owners: Is HD-DVD built into the system itself, like Blu-Ray is built into PS3? And if it is built in, do you still need the HDMI cable for 360 in order to view HD-DVD movies? (I've never touched a 360 so I have no idea what's it like, I've only seen demos at Target, GameStop/EB, you get the idea.)
3. And finally, which type of display in your opinion is better for gaming? Plasma or LCD?
Any info is appreciated.
Thank you.
DA
P.S. I didn't include wii in this topic because I'm not sure if it's HDMI capable, since it doesn't use Blu-Ray OR HD-DVD...
Please correct me if I'm wrong. |
Yo DA,
first of all, in this very rare instance, the component cables that come with the 360 have the same picture qaulity as the the HDMI enabled 360, so wether you get the Elite or the Premium bundle, its no different, and this is a rare instance as HDMI is better than componenet,.
heres the proof: http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/26/...assic-the-test/
I have the elite and there's no difference in terms of the picture quality. HDMI cables cost a lot because they are better than component. I paid $150 for my monster cable. and trust me, they are very good.
I suggest LCD. I have 2. one sony and one sharp aquas,. If you get either, and have the money, get one thats 1080p enabled. here's a little secret, there is an option on the tv in terms of picture quality temperature, set it to warm, it makes a world of difference. if you need more info just hit me up. |
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| Scottaculous |
| quote: | Originally posted by DarkAngel
1. Is it normal for HDMI cables to be so expensive? I looked on gamestop.com and the PS3 HDMI cable is like $60 I was like wtffffff |
Brand name cables are usually a ripoff, especially Monster.
Here's what PC World says: http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,1...,1/article.html
For low prices on cable:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/s...CFRewOAod7hDJ-A
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3. And finally, which type of display in your opinion is better for gaming? Plasma or LCD? |
Only the newest plasma TVs will have 1080p and expect to pay a lot for it. LCD screens might have motion blur, though some better quality TVs have anti-blur technology, which is extra $. |
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| KiNeTiC ENeRgY |
| yea stay away from Monster...biggest rip off. Theres the slightest difference that can only be seen on an O-scope measuring the frequencies and signal loss but the eyes wont see it. You only see picture/sound difference when u go to a better format such as standard RCA composite video to S-video and then S-video to Component. Component to HDMI is sorta negligible, and only when your up to HDMI 1080p which component doesn't support. One last thing about HDMI..its a completely digital signal so switchng from a cheaper HDMI cable to a Monster will yield no benefit at all...it either works or it doesn't. |
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| TheDemon |
| quote: | Originally posted by KiNeTiC ENeRgY
yea stay away from Monster...biggest rip off. Theres the slightest difference that can only be seen on an O-scope measuring the frequencies and signal loss but the eyes wont see it. You only see picture/sound difference when u go to a better format such as standard RCA composite video to S-video and then S-video to Component. Component to HDMI is sorta negligible, and only when your up to HDMI 1080p which component doesn't support. One last thing about HDMI..its a completely digital signal so switchng from a cheaper HDMI cable to a Monster will yield no benefit at all...it either works or it doesn't. |
But monster is more durable and longer lasting. And when you own a $4000+ dollar like me, you don't touch anything but high end and high quality. |
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| VAR |
| quote: | Originally posted by SuspicionVandit
most people go with Monster cables from retail joints because it's the almost synonymous with home entertainment (iPod and mp3 players). I'm guessing the Playstation 3 uses the old tradition of requiring PS3 cables to output audio and video, forcing you to buy cables specifically to pit the PS3 output port. If not, you could go to Radioshack or Ebay and get some hella cheap Slovakian Orphanage HDMI cables that meet the bar for HDMI requirements. Or instead of paying $100-120 for over-rated Monster Douche cables, see if there one made by Sony themselves (better quality and usually a hair cheaper)
Or just go with Component
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HEY! don't be knockin' my sweat-shop! those kids don't even feel the solder burns after they've worked there long enough.
btw, i'll let you in on a little secret- we make those cables for monster cable also. |
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