DVD Upscaler

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Great site... After all the feedback I am going to purchase a Panasonic TH42PX80B (right pricematch from JL + 5Y warranty). Also looking at 50in Plasma what is the best option for under £1000?

To get maxim picture quality from my 300+ DVD collection what upscale DVD player should I buy?

Is HDMI better than Component??? Stupid question but spoken to a few people who claim they can not spot the difference. What medium cost leads would you recommend for best picture results?

 

[Andy Clough]

Good upscaling DVD players you should consider are the Marantz DV7001 (£600), or the Denon DVD-1940 (£250) if you want to spend less. And yes, HDMI is the best video connection to use. I'd recommend you connect the DVD player to the TV using either QED's Qunex HDMI-P (£50) or Van den Hul HDMI (£45). Both are excellent.

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks Andy just seen Denon DVD 140 for £149.95 on S&V site.

In relation to the 50in plasma question, my living room is 15 x 12 foot, I will have to hang the plasma over my fireplace (which is disabled) will a 50 inch plasma be ovewhelming?? Do I need a tilt bracket and what would you recommend?

I have a 36" CRT at the moment which does not dominate the room.