1080i, 1080p, HD, HDMI...... I do not understand, please help?

Question

Hi, do u think it is a good investent? It's Toshiba 46" 1080p LCD HDTV. I read others posting before posting this, & I'm not getting it, the #s, 720, 760, 1080,i's, p's, input output....... ok what will be the best so that I don't have to buy anything esle. I Just want to buy the best TV or Plasma bring home hook up & watch. No complicated stuff. and no extra gadgets to but. Thanks in advance.

The 46RF350U’s engaging 46” With a full 1080p display, Super Narrow Bezel Design, PixelPure 3G 14-Bit Internal Digital Video Processing, DynaLight Back-Light Control.

PixelPure 3G 14-Bit Internal Digital Video Processing

DynaLight Back-Light Control

ColorBurst Wide Color Gamut CCFL

Cinespeed LCD Panel

Native Mode

6 TheaterWide Modes (including Native Mode)

Auto Aspect Detection

ColorMaster Color Control

Color Temperature Control (Cool, Med, Warm)

Blue & Green Drive Adjustment

Dynamic Noise Reduction for all inputs (except PC)

HDTV Compatibility: 1080p

Answer 1

No, this is not "a good investment." No TV is, because of the rapid depreciation. :)  But it is a good, quality TV!

In 40" and up LCDs, Sony is tops. I'd go with Toshiba (a little less expensive) 2nd, and I'd absolutely stay away from cheap c**p, like Vizio, Insignia, Element and Polaroid, to name a few, like the plague.

Plasma 42" and up is a very viable option in the size range you're interested in! There is only one brand in plasma you should even consider: Panasonic Viera!!! It is the current king of plasma displays, for BOTH performance and reliability.

You have too many questions, each of which are some what complex, to really answer here. Go to your local public library and read over the HDTV article in the 3/08 Consumer Reports magazine. Most of your questions will be answered there, or at least give you enough info to be able to ask a question here that can be answered in short form.

Answer 2

If its Plasma you want I would recommend LG 42" Plasma HDTV at Curcuit City Or if U want a LCD TV I would recommend a Vizio 47" 1080p LCD HD TV at Target.