Archive for February, 2009

Is it worth buying an Xbox 360 without a HDTV?

Friday, February 20th, 2009

Jodie P asked: I am planning to buy one in a few months.
There is no way I can afford a HDTV so don’t plan on getting one anytime soon.
Are the games still playable without HD?
And are the graphics going to be better than the PS2?
I realise that the graphics will be way better in HD [...]

How to download videos from my dvr to my computer?

Thursday, February 19th, 2009

SAM asked: I have a Dish Network Dvr and I wanted to know how to download the videos into my computer. Please tell me what I need to do and buy.

Can I mount my HDTV above my fireplace mantle?

Tuesday, February 17th, 2009

Anut’s World asked: My friend says there will be too much heat, but my fireplace has an insert that allows the bricks to stay cool to the touch. I also have a blower that blows the hot air out not up. I have a 72″ wide floor to ceiling fireplace chimney. Please give [...]

How to tell what resolution to set my HDTV for my PS3 games?

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

silentsean0110 asked: Any advice or tips appreciated…

how can I improve my HDTV picture?

Saturday, February 14th, 2009

l2master4ever asked: well yesterday I bought this LCD HDTV from circuit city, here’s the link http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Accessories-for-Element-32-LCD-HDTV-FLX-3210/sem/rpsm/oid/175549/rpem/ccd/productDetailAccessory.do#tabs
but the problem is that the tv they had in the store had a good picture, but the one I have atm is horrible, I have Cable vision which I changed to HD for my LCD HDTV, though it would [...]

I just bought a 37″ Magnavox LCD HDTV, but I am having problems. Help/Advice?

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Adam asked: Model# 37MF437B -37″ Magnavox LCD
First off, I’m new to HDTVs. This is my very first one, and so far I’m not that impressed. But, I might also be an idiot. I bought this TV at Samsclub for $998.00. In this store, the TV picture looked GREAT! But, when I brought the new one [...]

What is the best PC tuner card and FREE DVR software?

Monday, February 9th, 2009

simmsdanjen asked: Thinking about ditching cable and or DISH for a nice HD antenna for free TV. I however would still like to record shows, but have no DVR. I understand a PC tuner card could act like a DVR. What one would your recommend, and do you know of some free [...]

What HDTV should I buy?

Monday, February 9th, 2009

Patrick J asked: I want one between 30 to 45 inches. It will mostly be used for playing Xbox 360. I’ve been told by many that Samsung is the way to go… but then again all the people that told me that already have Samsungs. Any advice or websitews would be greatly appreciated!

How can I get better audio from my new Olevia 232T LCD HDTV?

Sunday, February 8th, 2009

rrman_29170 asked: I’m not interested in a big elaborate home theater system, just some way to improve the crummy sound it now has. Can I just buy better speakers, or do I need an amplifier or receiver or just what? I just want better sound from my TV. Any advice will be [...]

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Wednesday, February 4th, 2009

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