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Thread: Vizio 56" DLP any good? |
    
New member Username: Blitzpb
Post Number: 3
Registered: Mar-04
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| Posted on Wednesday, June 09, 2004 - 11:53 am: |
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Costco is having a sale on the 56" Vizio. They want 2899 for it and it is on their floor. I have never heard of Vizio but the price is hard to beat! Costco is also known for their really good "bring it back at any time and we'll give you a refund" return policy. Therefore, I dont think there is much risk in it. I would still like to hear others opinions.
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| Posted on Friday, June 11, 2004 - 02:13 pm: |
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Nick I am looking at the same thing but I am not sure that the quality is as good as the Sony 61" dlp. One thing that I notice is the new hd2 technology which is a benefit. I hope that we get some more input. The reg price for this unit is 2999-Don't be misled by the 3299 reg price. Alvin |
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| Posted on Sunday, June 27, 2004 - 12:19 am: |
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I am also looking at the Vizio at Costco. The picture looks like the Gateway 56inch but some of the specs look different. I'm going to look into it because the gateway is now down to $2500. I wonder if Vizio makes Gateways? Or is it the other way around? |
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| Posted on Monday, June 28, 2004 - 09:21 pm: |
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They have a special offer between 7/5 - 7/11 seeling the 56" for $2600. I am just searching to see if anyone knows anything about this brand and this specific model... |
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| Posted on Monday, June 28, 2004 - 09:26 pm: |
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I just found out that this comes with HD2 contrast of 1000:1 where as the new HD3 models are
1500:1 and the HD2+ models will be 2500:1. There will be a DLP released by
Samsung in November using the new xHD3 chip from TI. That chip will be the
first DLP to provide 1920x1280 resolution, plus it will support 3000:1
contrast. This will come at a price premium though. |
codeit99 Unregistered guest |
| Posted on Monday, June 28, 2004 - 10:49 pm: |
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is it worth waiting for a new model that has the the dlp chip? i have been thinking of buying the vizio 56 inch.. |
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| Posted on Monday, June 28, 2004 - 11:00 pm: |
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I have decided to jump on this model at Costco. DLP chips and processors are pretty much single source so, the differences are in the other features. This model meets my needs and offers a few features some other models do not. My local expert tells me the changes in the November released DLP sets (next generation) will offer very slightly improved color and some minor improvements in processing. Current model prices are already falling and offer the better value if you want a great set and don't have to have the latest and greatest of everything. The only time I can get all the features I want for the price I want to pay is when the next generation of sets is introduced. This set is all I need, at a price I want to pay, from a retailer that will offer what no other retailer will.
56-inch DLP + $2599.00 + Costco + Sunday Ticket = SOLD...... |
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| Posted on Tuesday, June 29, 2004 - 05:11 pm: |
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I have decided to wait till next year; I have a large TV already and I really want a TIVO or similar technology that allows me to record HD (Dish seem to have something but it is not clear what it provides). I would like to stay around 3K for the TV so I probably have to wait till about this time nxt year to get a unit that can play 1080 native versus 720 which one would get from HD2. The contrast is also important for where I need the TV which is a large room with big windows and I do not want to draw the curtains :-) |
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| Posted on Monday, July 05, 2004 - 07:17 pm: |
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Gancho,
Have you picked up the set yet?
I'd be interested in hearing a review.
I looked at the Vizio 56" today @ Costco. It has an awesome picture.
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New member Username: Mrock
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Registered: Jul-04
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| Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 04:46 am: |
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just bought one from CostCo after waiting for 6 months. I couldn't stand it anymore, with the sale Costco was having, plus the discount, and a couple of cables later the picture quality is very pleasing. I am thinking about building a computer to act as my central entertainment system. Has anyone used Microsoft XP Media Cetner? |
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| Posted on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 04:48 am: |
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Just bought one from CostCo after waiting for 6 months. I couldn't stand it anymore, with the sale Costco was having, plus the discount, and a couple of cables later the picture quality is very pleasing. I am thinking about building a computer to act as my central entertainment system. Has anyone used Microsoft XP Media Cetner? |
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| Posted on Friday, July 16, 2004 - 04:28 pm: |
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I did buy the Vizio from costco and man, it has the best picture and great brithtness. However, I did buy a warranty just in case. |
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| Posted on Friday, July 16, 2004 - 07:47 pm: |
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did you buy your extended warranty from Costco? |
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| Posted on Thursday, July 22, 2004 - 05:18 pm: |
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I purchased the Vizio 56" about 10 days ago. Great picture, the inputs are a plus. I haven't hooked it up to surround sound yet but have really noticed the fan noise. |
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| Posted on Sunday, August 15, 2004 - 07:54 pm: |
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re, marks statement, "However, I did buy a warranty just in case." I refer you to Costco's return policy.
http://www.costco.com/Service/FeaturePageLeftNav.aspx?ProductNo=10045070&cat=601 3
Just in case there's any confusion this means 100% satisfaction or ALL your money happily returned. Computers are limited to a 6 month return policy. |
justin-vegas Unregistered guest |
| Posted on Monday, September 06, 2004 - 02:25 pm: |
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I picked up this Vizio from Costco 2 days ago. So far, it looks great and I have no complaints. Comporable TV's are $3500-$4500 and I paid $2500 after a $100 rebate. I was not offered an extended warranty, marks - where did you get the warranty? |
