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Question

32" LED HDTV 720p 120Hz

Feb 3, 2015 10:53AM PST

Does any TV manufacturer make a 32" LED HDTV set with 720p and 120Hz? I had an audio-video guy come out to my house today; a free service call and he advised me to purchase a 32" LED HDTV set for my existing entertainment cabinet; a set with 720p with 120Hz.

He said there wouldn't be much difference that I woud be able to notice on a 32" set with 720p vs a 32" set with 1080p but he did recommend getting a 32" LED HDTV set with 720p having 120Hz rather than a 32" LED HDTV set with 720p having 60Hz.

He told me a Smart TV wouldn't be advisable because of the size of the TV; a 32" and my AT&T DSL Extreme 6.0 internet speed wasn't fast enough to allow for good streaming; whatever that meant.

He said to switch to AT&T Uverse 12.0 or better for better streaming or stay with my AT&T DSL Extreme 6.0 if I wasn't planning on watching streaming programming.

Between Samsung; Vizio; LG; Sharp and some of the other TV manufacturers which company or companies offer the best customer service after the sale? I've read a lot of complaints about Vizio. Finally would you purchase an extended warranty on a 32" set or pass? I could see purchasing one if I was buying a 60" set but I'm not.

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60Hz vs 120Hz can depend on the specific model
Feb 3, 2015 1:03PM PST

It's not always a dealbreaker if the 120Hz version still has awful PQ. At typical viewing distances though, that is correct regarding 720p vs 1080p. Review the chart I posted in the previous thread and think about it a little more.

If this is the person who posted a recent thread and posted a photo of his cabinet(?), I'd still suggest going with a larger HDTV to make the upgrade worthwhile. 37-40 as a minimum starting point to move into HD viewing at typical distances.

Regarding extended warranty, it's really more of a comfort level more than anything. For me it's somewhat dependent upon the percentage of the total price. If the HDTV is $250 new, would you buy a warranty for $100(?) $50 might be where I would grab one. YMMV. Also look at Square Trade for a better price for a third party warranty.

Customer service is sometimes variable enough so you can't really generalize beyond your own experience with any of the various manufacturers. Vizio would be my last choice though for some of the reasons which have been discussed in this forum and elsewhere.

If you feel your internet speeds need to be updated then do it if you plan on streaming Netflix, etc to the new HDTV. That said, I still feel UVERSE is not as reliable in many locations where it has been sold as a better performing product. YMMV. Cable high speed internet would be my choice if it fits your budget.

I would keep doing more research, since it seems like you still have some issues to sort out.

cheers

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Re: 60Hz vs 120Hz can depend on the specific model
Feb 3, 2015 4:53PM PST

I did start an earlier thread on HDTVs but the only pic I posted in that thread was an image from Google Images of an old Magnavox 1960's home stereo unit like the one my parents bought years ago which is still in the house; nothing works in it but it's still a nice piece of furniture; unfortunately there's no space to store my AV components in it like there is in my current LAZY BOY cabinet.

The AV guy didn't think the old Magnavox cabinet would look good in the living room; he recommended either buying a set to fit inside my existing cabinet which will be a set no larger than a 32" LED HDTV set unless I removed the cabinet's pocket doors and I might; just might be able to fit a 37" set in there but the next size up I found online from a 32" set was a 39" set; too wide for my cabinet even if I did remove the doors which I don't want to do; I like the doors on the cabinet.

Most of the 32" sets I've looked at online are approximately 29.1"- 29.5" wide which would fit into my existing cabinet because my old 27" JVC set which is in it now measures 29.5" wide. My other option would be to buy a new cabinet which isn't in my budget but the AV guy also advised against placing a larger set on top of my current cabinet which is 54" tall. I'd already decided not to do that; neck strain; not a comfortable viewing angle.

As for my current internet speed I'm staying with my AT&T Extreme 6.0 DSL service; not planning to make any changes at this time. So should I narrow my search down to Samsung vs LG sets? The AV guy liked LG sets so he said. What about another JVC set? My 27" analog CRT stereo TV set lasted more than 10 years; I bought it from Sears and never had to have it serviced but I did buy 2 new remotes for it while I've had it. Any opinion on Magnavox HDTV sets? I'll consider what you said about purchasing the extended warranty coverage on a 32" set.


Big Steve
02/04/15

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You don't need to date your posts
Feb 4, 2015 1:03AM PST

I see that info on top, amigo Wink

Depending on which model you had in mind, Samsung or LG could work just fine. I would avoid both Magnavox and JVC like the plague since you won't get the same PQ or will you find a shred of post-sales support/service if needed.

Hopefully you realize low cabinets, suitable for AV equipment can often be found for a song @ Target, etc. I would suggest you even look around at Craigslist or garage sales. I've found great bargain for like-new furniture that way in a pinch to keep the budget more reasonable. Examples-
http://www.walmart.com/ip/16927472?productRedirect=true

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-TV-Stand-for-TVs-up-to-44/35498550

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-TV-Stand-with-Side-Storage-for-TVs-up-to-32-Black/17480002

This type of stuff is normally half that price used/like new.

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Re: You don't need to date your posts
Feb 4, 2015 3:51AM PST
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I am normally furniture agnostic
Feb 4, 2015 5:46AM PST

Heck, if it fits a budget, and can support the weight/hold the desired AV components, then I say go for it Wink