[Merged] HOT - Sharp Aquos 37" LC-37D43U $1299.99 at Costco $1329.99 at Costco.ca

[Netcruzer]

Sharp Aquos 37" LC-37D43U (New model, just released in February)

Deal has changed for the better. This model can now be found at some Costco stores for 1299.99
UPDATE - NOW ONLINE AT COSTCO.CA
$1329.99 shipping & handling included.
http://www.costco.ca/en-CA/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=10298798&whse=BCCA&topnav=&browse=

Selling at Futureshop for 1699.99

Selling at the Brick online for 1498.00

I'm very happy, this TV is Amazing!
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/158/413842251_3c479bfe1c.jpg

[Fantastical]

FYI,

Costco in US is selling for $999 last week, but sold out already.

But good info., i m considering buying an aquos too.

thx for headsup

[rh-7]

That's a beauty! good deal OP.

[Busiu]

I saw this at BB the other day for $1680ish.. The picture is amazing... it's so much better then any other tv on the market. The picture is so good that it looks like it's 3d. If you're considering another purchase, you must see this set with your own eyes!

[AndyT]

I saw this at BB the other day for $1680ish.. The picture is amazing... it's so much better then any other tv on the market. The picture is so good that it looks like it's 3d. If you're considering another purchase, you must see this set with your own eyes!

come on guys...for $800 more you can purchase a TRUE 1080p HD 42" LCD tv which will give full HD viewing. The ultimate choice for hd tv to go with your (or future purchase ) HD dvd player.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=0770HDS0010079999&catid=23524&logon=&langid=EN
:cheesygri

[aZnDeViLbOi]

nlol sumone put in a us postal code and pm it in USD... it does say USD so u might get away with it...

[Badman]

They also got the 32" Version for $1200. Futureshop sells it for $1300

[Netcruzer]

come on guys...for $800 more you can purchase a TRUE 1080p HD 42" LCD tv which will give full HD viewing. The ultimate choice for hd tv to go with your (or future purchase ) HD dvd player.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=0770HDS0010079999&catid=23524&logon=&langid=EN
:cheesygri

Wow - Somebody has been drinking the TRUE HD Koolaid.

Sure 1080p would be awesome, but in a 42" you would hardly be able to tell the difference from 720p (uh oh.. I'm going to get flamed now)

For me, a $2300 TV busts the bank. I wanted to find a good 37" for under 1500. I was going to go with the LG 37LC2D but then after reading forums for about 6 hours last night I found out that there is all this weirdness with that model. There are different revisions with different hardware specs (UD vs UE), 1 vs 2 HDMI, 1 vs 2 RF inputs, and 1024x768 or 1366x768 PC input, and some have very bad light bleeding in the edges, and they are all called 37LC2D. When it was a 400 difference between LG and Sharp I was going to try the LG, but for the extra 200 off with a PM, why not go with the best brand. Sharp Aquos all the way baby.

I have calibrated my TV now.. here are what I consider to be my optimal settings.

Picture Mode = STANDARD
OPC = ON
Backlight - I set mine at 0 which is STD, now further down in advanced you'll have the OPC set for a range, so the backlight autoadjusts depending how bright/dark your room is.
Contrast +30
Brightness -6
Colour +2
Tint 0
Sharpness +2
ADVANCED
Colour Temp = Mid-High (I found the reds too much at middle, but adjust to how you like)
Black = Level Expansion ON
I/P Setting = slow
Film Mode = Off
Monochrome = Off (This will turn your TV Black and White if you turn it on)
Range of OPC = Max +6, Min -2, I seem to like this, I can't tell it adjusts anymore with these settings, the default is -16 and +16 but that can get distracting when it is adjusting depending on room lighting. The sensors on the front of the TV detect this, if you set the first OPC setting to ON-display and shine a flashlight in there you'll see leaves on screen as it changes the backlighting. I was testing to see how it works. You can also flip back and forth between your min and max OPC range on the Advanced screen and watch it change. Set for the brightest and darkest you would want it for your room.


Pros - Best looking cabinet, no bleeding, VGA input works great at 1360x768 with my 360, the dynamic contrast and ambient light sensors are pretty cool, also AQUOS = bragging rights.

Cons - No PiP, Built in speakers are pretty weak (although I have surround so it's not a problem for me), only 1 yr warranty compared to LG's 2 yrs, and the remote is just a cheap feeling lump of plastic (the LG remote is much better) but I use a Harmony.. so it's all good. :D

[MrKat]

is there VGA input on this tv? for the guys who have this tv, would you be able to measure the exact viewing area in inches? i wanna know if its 37'' dead on or falls bit short. Diagonal corner to corner. thx

[MrKat]

Im very vvvvvvvvery tempted to return my Viewsonic 37'' and upgrade for this tv. Hmm is the extra $500 worth it to jump to this tv? I hear Aquos are #1 in the world for LCDs in terms of pic quality. I sure love that piano black finish.

Does this tv come with an adjustable stand? Meaning can tilt the display bit upwards....

[lincoln]

Im very vvvvvvvvery tempted to return my Viewsonic 37'' and upgrade for this tv. Hmm is the extra $500 worth it to jump to this tv? I hear Aquos are #1 in the world for LCDs in terms of pic quality. I sure love that piano black finish.

Does this tv come with an adjustable stand? Meaning can tilt the display bit upwards....

Everytime I've seen the Viewsonic on display and the Aquos.... the Aquos looks far clearer. I don't have any stats to support it though, just observations.

[MrKat]

Everytime I've seen the Viewsonic on display and the Aquos.... the Aquos looks far clearer. I don't have any stats to support it though, just observations.

Its tempting, I bet the Sharp is noticably sharper.

I was originally planning on spending more money on a bigger display - 40-42'', but now with this deal im tempted to just stay with same size and go with a better quality one. hmm

[MrKat]

wow this tv has a 10,000:1 CR and 6ms RT? Wow :)

[Malfunction]

Im very vvvvvvvvery tempted to return my Viewsonic 37'' and upgrade for this tv. Hmm is the extra $500 worth it to jump to this tv? I hear Aquos are #1 in the world for LCDs in terms of pic quality. I sure love that piano black finish.

Does this tv come with an adjustable stand? Meaning can tilt the display bit upwards....

I was looking at these TVs with "piano black" finish (Samsung/Sharp) and I am concerned that if there is any light in the room, it will start reflecting off the super shiny edges hampering the view... In the store I was completely distracted by the shine! :-0

[MrKat]

I was looking at these TVs with "piano black" finish (Samsung/Sharp) and I am concerned that if there is any light in the room, it will start reflecting off the super shiny edges hampering the view... In the store I was completely distracted by the shine! :-0

My bro in law has the 40'' Samsung in piano black, and its mounted on his wall and it wasnt distracting at all. It looks so elegant, though I wouldnt pay more just for the piano finish, its not a big issue to me, black is black...as long as its black and not cheap silver :lol:

[MrKat]

this might be better deal - 42'' and 1080p (though not big issue to me at this size). But to some it obviously is

http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=0926HDS0010077731&catid=24558&logon=&langid=EN

[Netcruzer]

No.. it has a 1200:1 native contrast
6000:1 with the help of the auto backlight technology

It does have VGA in, and the settings allow for strech, or dot to dot. So when displaying my 360 at 1360x768, if I flip between the settings.. the extra 6 pixels get filled. I just keep it at dot to dot and have about a 2 pixel outline all the way around the panel.

The stand does not swivel, or tilt. it is fixed.

As for the 37" size.. LCDs are rated at viewable inches.. so when it says 37" you are looking at 37".

[abu_sme]

I have looked at the same TV that is capable of getting 1080i and 1080p and ran the same signal through 2 tvs and it was next to impossible to tell the difference. I know people on RFD think have a 1080p TV is the best, but I really could not tell, and I work with TVs almost all day and have a trained eye for these things.

Cnet has come to the same conclusion. I really recommend that people not pay the extra premium for the 1080p, because you will most likely never notice it.

[MrKat]

No.. it has a 1200:1 native contrast
6000:1 with the help of the auto backlight technology

It does have VGA in, and the settings allow for strech, or dot to dot. So when displaying my 360 at 1360x768, if I flip between the settings.. the extra 6 pixels get filled. I just keep it at dot to dot and have about a 2 pixel outline all the way around the panel.

The stand does not swivel, or tilt. it is fixed.

As for the 37" size.. LCDs are rated at viewable inches.. so when it says 37" you are looking at 37".

What do you mean by filling the extra 6 pixels? So the entire screen gets filled and no border?

You would be surprised, for instance Bravias actually fall half an inch short for the actual viewing area. I had a 32 before and the viewing area was only 31.5.

[MrKat]

I have looked at the same TV that is capable of getting 1080i and 1080p and ran the same signal through 2 tvs and it was next to impossible to tell the difference. I know people on RFD think have a 1080p TV is the best, but I really could not tell, and I work with TVs almost all day and have a trained eye for these things.

Cnet has come to the same conclusion. I really recommend that people not pay the extra premium for the 1080p, because you will most likely never notice it.
Thats why 1080p only starts getting noticable at 50 inches. Even at 50 inches its still debatable, but once you get into the 60s and up it comes into play more/

Now if you are using it as a monitor, it will benefit you at any size.

[jcoltage]

Open box one is in Windsor by the door of the FS

no deal

[Netcruzer]

Open box one is in Windsor by the door of the FS

no deal

what do you mean no deal? The price on the open box was what?

Also, say what you will about open box, but if it was returned, I bet there is something wrong with it like 1 or 2 stuck pixels, or some backlight inconsistencies.

If you took it home and found something like that, you'd still have to pay the difference between the OB price and a New price for an exchange.

[Netcruzer]

What do you mean by filling the extra 6 pixels? So the entire screen gets filled and no border?

You would be surprised, for instance Bravias actually fall half an inch short for the actual viewing area. I had a 32 before and the viewing area was only 31.5.

Hahaha.. Sony loves to screw their customers don't they. I'll add that to my list of reasons to keep boycotting Sony products.

I measured the Aquos, its 37 and 1/64 viewable.

For the VGA thing, when running at 1360x768 dot to dot, you can see there is about a 2 pixel outline around all the edges not being used. When you pick Stretch, I saw that it fills out the horizontal, but not the vertical. For something so minor I just run at dot-to-dot, you cannot notice the little bit of unused pixels unless you are an inch from the screen.

[MrKat]

Hahaha.. Sony loves to screw their customers don't they. I'll add that to my list of reasons to keep boycotting Sony products.

I measured the Aquos, its 37 and 1/64 viewable.

For the VGA thing, when running at 1360x768 dot to dot, you can see there is about a 2 pixel outline around all the edges not being used. When you pick Stretch, I saw that it fills out the horizontal, but not the vertical. For something so minor I just run at dot-to-dot, you cannot notice the little bit of unused pixels unless you are an inch from the screen.

cool, thx.

You should post some pics of this baby live in action lol. Would love to see it, Im still very tempted....:lol: But i also want a 40'' too. I cant find any reviews of this model.

[Netcruzer]

It seems to be a bit too new for reviews.

LC-37D42U has been around a bit longer and is almost the exact same. Search on avsforum and you'll find lots of good info.

Now, my only issue is I need discrete input codes for TunerTV and Input6, the codes in the Harmony database work for Input1-5, but TV and VGA which I actually use the most don't work. I found a hack that if you press CH+ from any input it'll switch to TV Tuner.. but I'm still looking for a solution for a discrete input code for Input6. I know they exist, some people with JP1 remotes have been trying to figure it out with the D92 series that has 7 inputs. Eventually it'll get figured out.

The way the inputs work is you press the input button to bring an onscreen display.. and then press input again to cycle thru, and when you pause on a selection for about 1 second it'll switch. Getting the Harmony to use this menu auto and having the timings right is impossible. I tried every way yesterday all day, then I found the discrete input codes. So I can jump to 1-5 easily now with just one harmony button press. That is they way it should be. Shame on Sharp for not putting these buttons on the remote when the TV can do it.

[MrKat]

Im most likely not going to get this, probably gonna get the 42 Soyo for $1399 right now just simply cause I want to go bigger.:idea:

[Netcruzer]

Im most likely not going to get this, probably gonna get the 42 Soyo for $1399 right now just simply cause I want to go bigger.:idea:

You get what you pay for.. nuff said!

[MrKat]

You get what you pay for.. nuff said!

Well I figure its not really worth the $500 for me to upgrade from the Viewsonic to Aquos.:idea: Maybe you should take some pics of this Sharp in action.

[Netcruzer]

Well I figure its not really worth the $500 for me to upgrade from the Viewsonic to Aquos.:idea: Maybe you should take some pics of this Sharp in action.

According to your Sony Bravia thread it appears that it was worth it for you to spend $700 more for a Sony? I don't understand that decision when this Sharp has equal specs and more inputs and a ATSC/QAM tuner.

Anyway, for anyone else who wants this deal. March 8th is the last day for PM opportunity.

[MrKat]

According to your Sony Bravia thread it appears that it was worth it for you to spend $700 more for a Sony? I don't understand that decision when this Sharp has equal specs and more inputs and a ATSC/QAM tuner.

Anyway, for anyone else who wants this deal. March 8th is the last day for PM opportunity.

Ive never liked Sharp Aquos - they make good watches and alarm clocks but not so great tvs. I would take a Sony over a Sharp anyday, ive just been waiting for a good price - what I got today.:razz:

[hagbard]

You get what you pay for.. nuff said!

A stitch in time saves nine.

[Netcruzer]

Ive never liked Sharp Aquos - they make good watches and alarm clocks but not so great tvs. I would take a Sony over a Sharp anyday, ive just been waiting for a good price - what I got today.:razz:

:-0 well, everyone has brand preferences I guess. You can't say Sharp doesn't make good TVs though. Sure that was the case back in the CRT days, but Sharp is in the top of the heap for direct view LCDs. Sharp won a 2004 Technology & Engineering Emmy Award for Development of Direct View Liquid Crystal Display Screens. They've continued to improve the technology since then, and these 8th generation panels are even better. I am very very impressed with mine.

[agent86]

I want this TV. Missed the FS boxing day price of $1,499 on the older model 37" Aquos. I'm headed to FS to PM this evening.

[SuJu]

:-0 well, everyone has brand preferences I guess. You can't say Sharp doesn't make good TVs though. Sure that was the case back in the CRT days, but Sharp is in the top of the heap for direct view LCDs. Sharp won a 2004 Technology & Engineering Emmy Award for Development of Direct View Liquid Crystal Display Screens. They've continued to improve the technology since then, and these 8th generation panels are even better. I am very very impressed with mine.

hey, how does your wii and pic look on this? any pics? thanks.

[Netcruzer]

I don't have my PC hooked up, I use the VGA in for my 360 so I can upscale DVDs to 720p.

Here are some shots, 360, Wii, and Cable.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/158/413842251_3c479bfe1c.jpg
360 at 1360x768

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/178/413842260_0bd3e359a7.jpg
Wii at 480i

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/124/413842254_2acdfd0aed.jpg
DVD upscaling from 360 to 1360x768

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/179/413842265_9038c5833b.jpg
Digital Cable from QAM tuner

[MrKat]

:-0 well, everyone has brand preferences I guess. You can't say Sharp doesn't make good TVs though. Sure that was the case back in the CRT days, but Sharp is in the top of the heap for direct view LCDs. Sharp won a 2004 Technology & Engineering Emmy Award for Development of Direct View Liquid Crystal Display Screens. They've continued to improve the technology since then, and these 8th generation panels are even better. I am very very impressed with mine.

Aquos are nice but for that kind of money Id rather get a Bravia or Samsung - besides I want to go bit bigger to the 40-42 range.

[sidshock]

MrKAT.
I have owned BOTH. Sony and Aquos.
the Aquos is awsome.
option/menu and scrolling thru options are SLOW..
BUT: comparing pic quality.
the only better is XBR 2 and up..
so yes, I would compare a Aquos as having deeper blacks and better
contrast (noticably) than a bravia from personal experience...
This is a STEAL Deal, and when it is gone, people will be kicking themselves.!

[MrKat]

MrKAT.
I have owned BOTH. Sony and Aquos.
the Aquos is awsome.
option/menu and scrolling thru options are SLOW..
BUT: comparing pic quality.
the only better is XBR 2 and up..
so yes, I would compare a Aquos as having deeper blacks and better
contrast (noticably) than a bravia from personal experience...
This is a STEAL Deal, and when it is gone, people will be kicking themselves.!

Just too bad i want bigger than 37''. 42 I would love, but $2300 (lowest price ive seen) just too rich for my blood.

[SuJu]

thanks for the pics, tv looks great. do you think it would be possible to post a a pic with a game like zelda on the wii? thanks.

[MrKat]

Ive just been quoted $1968 for the 42'' Aquos 1080P - boy i think im going to get it friday.

[mself084]

Ive just been quoted $1968 for the 42'' Aquos 1080P - boy i think im going to get it friday.

how did u get that price?!!!

[MrKat]

how did u get that price?!!!

visions...ya thats the bad thing - probably the last place on earth id wanna buy from :evil: He said he would only give it to me at that price if I came right now, I said I cant. So I got him to hold one for me and said friday since thats when hes in next. Hopefully he will keep his word (im sure he will). Only bad thing is I hate visions, I know this guy is gonna try to shove their warranty down my throat :mad:And i hope hes not going to force me to buy their warranty if I want it at this price. Its bit out of my budget but I dont think any other places will be able to offer me a lower price. Im checking out video and sound in the morning to see what the owner says, if not then Ill most likely head to visions friday afternoon.:twisted:

[frogger]

Why do I have a feeling you won't and you'll keep giving us the play by play for years to come of your LCD hunt.

[babs00]

Take my word. Get to the store, get your price, get your TV. Once at checkout refuse to get the warranty and threaten to leave the store without it. you will be hassled for 20 minutes, the manager will even show up but if you stick to your balls, trust me, you WILL be out with your TV. But don't try to work anything until you reach cash checkout as they will try to frustrate you by running away. We all know, the money is in the warranty only. Only last thing I can suggest is, if you are ok to afford $100 for warranty, bargain to that point and Yes they will do it.

visions...ya thats the bad thing - probably the last place on earth id wanna buy from :evil: He said he would only give it to me at that price if I came right now, I said I cant. So I got him to hold one for me and said friday since thats when hes in next. Hopefully he will keep his word (im sure he will). Only bad thing is I hate visions, I know this guy is gonna try to shove their warranty down my throat :mad:And i hope hes not going to force me to buy their warranty if I want it at this price. Its bit out of my budget but I dont think any other places will be able to offer me a lower price. Im checking out video and sound in the morning to see what the owner says, if not then Ill most likely head to visions friday afternoon.:twisted:

[MrKat]

God awful day, what a waste of time. After today I will never lay foot in any future shop again for big ticket item. What a complete joke the morons working there, seriously. This ******* is lucky because if I wanted to make a big stink about it, I could get his ass fired, but meh theyre not even worth my time or effort in doing that. Why do I even bother walking into future crap stores? nothing but bad news everytime. I dont even know how this chain is even in business.

Whatever, I dont care anymore. It just makes me realize just how good costco is to shop at.

Btw this deal is dead, Future **** lowered all their prices to the bricks.

[Netcruzer]

God awful day, what a waste of time. After today I will never lay foot in any future shop again for big ticket item. What a complete joke the morons working there, seriously. This ******* is lucky because if I wanted to make a big stink about it, I could get his ass fired, but meh theyre not even worth my time or effort in doing that. Why do I even bother walking into future crap stores? nothing but bad news everytime. I dont even know how this chain is even in business.

Whatever, I dont care anymore. It just makes me realize just how good costco is to shop at.

Btw this deal is dead, Future **** lowered all their prices to the bricks.

Wait wait wait. If they already lowered the price, then you had no grounds to try and get the PM. Early bird gets the worm, should have jumped on it 5 days ago.

[MrKat]

Wait wait wait. If they already lowered the price, then you had no grounds to try and get the PM. Early bird gets the worm, should have jumped on it 5 days ago.

I dont want Sharp anyways. I went in to test out the Samsung 4041 and 5051

[Netcruzer]

I dont want Sharp anyways. I went in to test out the Samsung 4041 and 5051

:confused: Then why did you even respond to this thread. I think you are RFD posting addicted MrKat.

[MrKat]

:confused: Then why did you even respond to this thread. I think you are RFD posting addicted MrKat.

Cause I love my toys? :lol: I saw the 37 Aquos in store and will admit it looked real nice. REAL NICE. If I do get it, it sure wont be at future crap. I would say my hopes of getting a 40'' are likely shot now, besides looking at it in store, I think its too big for my desk. Ill probably lose my eyes sitting 2ft from it.

[diddy321]

God awful day, what a waste of time. After today I will never lay foot in any future shop again for big ticket item. What a complete joke the morons working there, seriously. This ******* is lucky because if I wanted to make a big stink about it, I could get his ass fired, but meh theyre not even worth my time or effort in doing that. Why do I even bother walking into future crap stores? nothing but bad news everytime. I dont even know how this chain is even in business.

Whatever, I dont care anymore. It just makes me realize just how good costco is to shop at.

Btw this deal is dead, Future **** lowered all their prices to the bricks.

What exactly happened at FS? If they lowered the prices to match to The Brick's, aren't we only talking a difference of $20? I can't imagine that being such a huge deal breaker on a $1500 TV?

[MrKat]

What exactly happened at FS? If they lowered the prices to match to The Brick's, aren't we only talking a difference of $20? I can't imagine that being such a huge deal breaker on a $1500 TV?

Well the PM is not an issue to me, $20 is $20. I didnt appreciate being called a scammer and having to put up with all that attitude while i was in there. Probably the BIGGEST prick ive ever dealt with in any electronic store. Good lord, I was so glad when I go out...if it was a free world, I would have knocked this guys teeth out, with him being right in my face. :twisted: But oh well, nothing from FS surprises me anymore.

[obernewtyn]

so the tv is $1498 at futureshop as the regular price??

[ott_wrench]

still shows up as $1699 on the FS website. should still be able to PM online.

[Netcruzer]

Newest FS flyer shows the tv still at 1699.99
The Brick online is still showing the sale price of 1498.

It appears that this deal is still alive for a while longer.

[jcoltage]

:confused: Then why did you even respond to this thread. I think you are RFD posting addicted MrKat.

Well at least he is posting comments

[Netcruzer]

According to someone who posted on avsforum this model has started to show up in canadian Costco stores for 1299.99!
How much is a costco membership and can you still only use Amex as a creditcard?
I might be returning mine to FutureShop one if this price is true and my local Costco carries it, that's a serious pain though. Will FS do a price protection with Costco?

[Capitola]

It so happens I saw this TV at Costco today for $1299.00. I hope I am not mistaken. The colour is great compare to the others. I don't know the model number, but I am sure it is a 37" Sharp LCD that resembles the picture posted.

[enforcerviper]

Anybody know the difference with the 42 and 43 model? I bought the 42 model a month ago from costco for $1399.

[nambit]

I saw the 43 model at a costco as well. I decided to hold off and go to the one
near me (Downsview) and they didn't have it!! :( It was too late to drive all
the way back to pick it up. Will be grabbing it tomorrow.

[phobix]

Just picked up the last unit at Costco Marche Centrale in MTL (Demo) for $1170 + taxes. It was only on Demo for 4 days, so it was steal. Unfortunately, there was no boxed stock to be found so I decided on getting the demo unit.

[MrKat]

$1300 is a good price, my costco has them in transit, should be there Monday. I would love this tv and would pay the extra 3 bills but too bad 37 on my desk is too small...well not small, but 40 would be nicer :lol:

Hows the PC image quality on this? is it pixel free when sitting up close?

[DavidY]

Anybody know the difference with the 42 and 43 model? I bought the 42 model a month ago from costco for $1399.

Based on the following link, not much if anything:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=787440

Have you considered getting the $ difference back from Costco?

Dave

[obernewtyn]

i hope costco in ontario is getting them. I think this would be the one I'm going to buy.

[DavidY]

Make sure that your D42U/D43U set doesn't have popping sounds as discussed in the following link:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=9990380

Dave

[leepjava]

I bought one at Woodbine & 7th. They have 3 left.

Good price :lol:

[DavidY]

I bought one at Woodbine & 7th. They have 3 left.

Good price :lol:

Do you see other sizes for this series?

Dave

[leepjava]

No. I believe the LC-42D43U is not out yet.

[Nolan]

What's the status on this??..anyone else find these in the GTA?...and how much?

[deals168]

Was @ Woodbine & 7 Costco @ 12:15pm and saw a guy picked up the last unit off the wood crate. I overheard him speaking to his wife that he wasn't sure he would buy it so I followed him around hoping that he would just leave. After 5 mins I finally asked him if he was going to take it or not. We had a nice chat and he went back and forth but finally decided he would buy it:mad:.

I asked the sales guy there and he said 1300 is their regular price and will have more in next week.

[Phammer]

Can anyone confirm this price in the Lower Mainland [GVR]?

[nambit]

Was @ Woodbine & 7 Costco @ 12:15pm and saw a guy picked up the last unit off the wood crate. I overheard him speaking to his wife that he wasn't sure he would buy it so I followed him around hoping that he would just leave. After 5 mins I finally asked him if he was going to take it or not. We had a nice chat and he went back and forth but finally decided he would buy it:mad:.

I asked the sales guy there and he said 1300 is their regular price and will have more in next week.

Sorry to hear that man. I picked one up this morning at 10am and kinda talked
a guy into picking one up. Next thing you know, a bunch of folks started picking
them up. Funny thing was, I was looking at that Daytek 42 inch for $1599 as
the screen looked nice, but then I walked back to the Sharp and noticed that
of all the panels (including the plasma's) the colours on the Sharp were the
best, and by a longshot. Incidentally, Costco doesn't have it set up properly, it
looks way better than that. Can you just imagine!

Anyhow, pick this up when you can next week. I totally love this set, and I
am coming from a d92 unit!! Yeah, the d92 had bands so I sent it back, but
the picture quality was amazing. I'd say this 37 inch is like a d62 with no bands
(had one of those too). It's probably the best purchase I've made in a very long time! :)

[MrKat]

I had a friend just call me, he was at costo and apparently theyre handing out $100 coupons off this tv if you ask for it at the front. Making it $1199!:razz: :!:

[MrKat]

Sorry to hear that man. I picked one up this morning at 10am and kinda talked
a guy into picking one up. Next thing you know, a bunch of folks started picking
them up. Funny thing was, I was looking at that Daytek 42 inch for $1599 as
the screen looked nice, but then I walked back to the Sharp and noticed that
of all the panels (including the plasma's) the colours on the Sharp were the
best, and by a longshot. Incidentally, Costco doesn't have it set up properly, it
looks way better than that. Can you just imagine!

Anyhow, pick this up when you can next week. I totally love this set, and I
am coming from a d92 unit!! Yeah, the d92 had bands so I sent it back, but
the picture quality was amazing. I'd say this 37 inch is like a d62 with no bands
(had one of those too). It's probably the best purchase I've made in a very long time! :)

The 42 daytek you were looking at, was it even close in pic quality to the aquos? Its $1649 right? :-0

Anyways someone plz tell me how this tv looks when connected to PC. Do you notice pixels when right up close? If its pixel free, ill most likely get it.

[Netcruzer]

I had a friend just call me, he was at costo and apparently theyre handing out $100 coupons off this tv if you ask for it at the front. Making it $1199!:razz: :!:

:-0 Wow.. I'll be trying this once I get back to the city. I thought my Brick PM was great, this Costco deal is going to make me get a membership. I just wish I could use regular credit cards there. Oh well.. time to withdraw some cash.

[romsan04]

just came back from FS and looked at some LCDs and plasmas.

Only liked Pioneer/Panasonic/LG/Sony, others were so so.

someone said that Pioneer and Panasonic PQ was the same but I looked at two 42inch side by side and Pioneer had more saturated colors than Panasonic. Dont know if they are the same technology or not, but Pioneer looked very very nice :)

[MrKat]

just came back from FS and looked at some LCDs and plasmas.

Only liked Pioneer/Panasonic/LG/Sony, others were so so.

someone said that Pioneer and Panasonic PQ was the same but I looked at two 42inch side by side and Pioneer had more saturated colors than Panasonic. Dont know if they are the same technology or not, but Pioneer looked very very nice :)

For plasmas, Pioneer is the best and they run away with it. Panasonic in 2nd. But you also have to pay out of your a$$ for Pioneer Elite series. :lol:

For LCDs, LG isnt even in the same league as Sharp and Samsung. Unless you are talking about Sony XBR series Bravias, Sony still is inferior to Sharp and Samsung. I really do believe Samsung makes the best LCDs in the world period, with Sharp Aquos coming in close 2nd.

[ajin86]

whats the return policy at costco ....have my viewsonic 37 which i would like to return and get this one ... some info would be helpful

[MrKat]

whats the return policy at costco ....have my viewsonic 37 which i would like to return and get this one ... some info would be nice

1yr. Im most likely going to do the same, Im not exactly proud of it, but....but :lol: I just need to know about the PC image quality - if its pixelated or not from up close. If its going to look like crap like how it does on the Samsung, Sony...no way im getting it. Thats the biggest selliing point of this viewsonic, how its 100% pixel free, I can stare right into it and it looks just like a monitor.

Btw, the OP should re-edit the thread title. :)

[Phammer]

Can anyone confirm this price in the Lower Mainland [GVR]?

Any confirmation on this price in the Vancouver, BC area?

[enforcerviper]

1yr. Im most likely going to do the same, Im not exactly proud of it, but....but :lol: I just need to know about the PC image quality - if its pixelated or not from up close. If its going to look like crap like how it does on the Samsung, Sony...no way im getting it. Thats the biggest selliing point of this viewsonic, how its 100% pixel free, I can stare right into it and it looks just like a monitor.

Btw, the OP should re-edit the thread title. :)

The viewsonic's text looks like crap. I tried and X800XT, X700 and AIW9700. The Sharp is better, but still not like a regular LCD. Best 37" pc monitor is the westinghouse 37" Full HD hands down.

[nambit]

1yr. Im most likely going to do the same, Im not exactly proud of it, but....but :lol: I just need to know about the PC image quality - if its pixelated or not from up close. If its going to look like crap like how it does on the Samsung, Sony...no way im getting it. Thats the biggest selliing point of this viewsonic, how its 100% pixel free, I can stare right into it and it looks just like a monitor.

Btw, the OP should re-edit the thread title. :)

What do you mean by pixelated? LCD's are made of pixels. You'll always see
the pixels if you sit 1 foot away from the screen. When sitting at a normal
distance (ie: 5-6 feet), you don't see pixels. Anyhow, it's probably the best
damned looking thing my PC has seen other than the d92. Run it at 1360x768.
The colours, contrast, etc is perfect and vibrant. You need to set it properly though.
Costco doesn't do the demo one any justice. By the way, text looks fantastic.

Oh, and for enforceviper (moderator above), the d92 smokes the westy. Had a
nice 52 inch 1080P awesome colours, blacks, etc. Too bad about banding.

[fl4wless]

1yr. Im most likely going to do the same, Im not exactly proud of it, but....but :lol: I just need to know about the PC image quality - if its pixelated or not from up close. If its going to look like crap like how it does on the Samsung, Sony...no way im getting it. Thats the biggest selliing point of this viewsonic, how its 100% pixel free, I can stare right into it and it looks just like a monitor.

Btw, the OP should re-edit the thread title. :)

Umm, you likely werent seeing the LCD at its native res (Samsung, Sony).... most lcds looks terrible when your not using the native resolution when using as PC.

[rhainman]

Unless you are talking about Sony XBR series Bravias, Sony still is inferior to Sharp and Samsung. I really do believe Samsung makes the best LCDs in the world period, with Sharp Aquos coming in close 2nd.

Ive never liked Sharp Aquos - they make good watches and alarm clocks but not so great tvs. I would take a Sony over a Sharp anyday, ive just been waiting for a good price - what I got today.:razz:

You should make up your mind...

[Phammer]

Any confirmation on this price in the Vancouver, BC area?

Confirmed $1299 @ Richmond, BC Costco. 8 Units left. I don't know if they have the $100 off coupon.

[randomdef]

You should make up your mind...



just let the troll be.

[romsan04]

For plasmas, Pioneer is the best and they run away with it. Panasonic in 2nd. But you also have to pay out of your a$$ for Pioneer Elite series. :lol:

For LCDs, LG isnt even in the same league as Sharp and Samsung. Unless you are talking about Sony XBR series Bravias, Sony still is inferior to Sharp and Samsung. I really do believe Samsung makes the best LCDs in the world period, with Sharp Aquos coming in close 2nd.

I dont know what is superior to what, but I am just judging from what I have seen. Sumsung and Sharp did not impressed me much....

[leepjava]

I had a friend just call me, he was at costo and apparently theyre handing out $100 coupons off this tv if you ask for it at the front. Making it $1199!:razz: :!:

Are you serious? I picked up one today at Woodbine & 7th.

BTW, this one looks much better than 4095, which I returned on Fri. The Samsung 4095 has pretty serious "black crush".
Peter

[MrKat]

The viewsonic's text looks like crap. I tried and X800XT, X700 and AIW9700. The Sharp is better, but still not like a regular LCD. Best 37" pc monitor is the westinghouse 37" Full HD hands down.

Are you kidding me? I can sit right in front of the Viewsonic and not see any pixels. When I say this TV is 100% pixel free, it is 100% pixel free. I doubt you will find any other LCDTV at this size with a 1366x res that can even come close to this quality for the PC. I put it side by side next to an actual LCD monitor displaying the same text, and you literally could not tell any difference. I display this same text on a 40'' Samsung or Sony and it looks like crap with a noticable blur even from a distance.

[MrKat]

Are you serious? I picked up one today at Woodbine & 7th.

BTW, this one looks much better than 4095, which I returned on Fri. The Samsung 4095 has pretty serious "black crush".
Peter
What do you mean by black crush? samsung 4095, the 40, 1080P that was on for $1818 after PM?

[enforcerviper]

Are you kidding me? I can sit right in front of the Viewsonic and not see any pixels. When I say this TV is 100% pixel free, it is 100% pixel free. I doubt you will find any other LCDTV at this size with a 1366x res that can even come close to this quality for the PC. I put it side by side next to an actual LCD monitor displaying the same text, and you literally could not tell any difference. I display this same text on a 40'' Samsung or Sony and it looks like crap with a noticable blur even from a distance.

What videocard and resolution were you using?

I was running vga and hdmi at 1360x768. Other members has the same problems with "shadow" letters on white backgrounds.

[duckdown]

Sounds good! Is this deal still good to go?

[sienna]

I had a friend just call me, he was at costo and apparently theyre handing out $100 coupons off this tv if you ask for it at the front. Making it $1199!:razz: :!:

Anybody else got the $100 off coupon?

[MrKat]

What videocard and resolution were you using?

I was running vga and hdmi at 1360x768. Other members has the same problems with "shadow" letters on white backgrounds.

The intel onboard off my sony laptop. VGA, 1366x768.

[Hadron]

This deal is too tempting! But got to wait till the 42" goes on sale!

[Capitola]

Are you serious? I picked up one today at Woodbine & 7th.

BTW, this one looks much better than 4095, which I returned on Fri. The Samsung 4095 has pretty serious "black crush".
Peter

I guess we all live in Woodbine and 7th. Yesterday around 4:30 had about 7 left, today around noon had none. The salesman even removed the demo to avoid further inquiries. He said Ajax have 5 left.

[Spray]

My friend has this...and I seriously believe that my Acer 37" 1080P is much, much better.

[leepjava]

What do you mean by black crush? samsung 4095, the 40, 1080P that was on for $1818 after PM?

“No details at dark scense” is what I mean “black crush”. I calibrated with Display2 and Calman, no way I could get the green gamma curve on 65K standard. PM at BestBuy for $1859, I gave up on Samsung 4095. I totally agree with others, 1920 is unnoticable under 50 inches.

Check avsforums, some experience members complained about “black crush” issue too.

[Phammer]

Confirmed $1299 @ Richmond, BC Costco. 8 Units left. I don't know if they have the $100 off coupon.

After I phoned the Costco in Richmond BC they told me they had 8 units left so my dad and I went to go purchase one. It took us around 15 mins. to get down there but it was too late. It was around 4:50pm by the time we arrived and unfortunately some guy (RFDer may be :lol: ) picked up the last unit. He knew that FS/BB were selling them for $1699 and he also knew that they had these selling for about $1498 at the brick. I asked the associates who was ushering the floors if there were anymore left because I had just phoned in 10 mins ago to confirm the stock availability. He told me that Costco's stock availability system isn't that reliable because it does not update continuously. He also noted that the 8 units that I was talking about were shipments that are going to be arriving sometime this month but he couldn't confirm the date. The associate was some what perplexed because they sold all 15 units that were held in the Richmond branch. He asked me why all these people are rushing in to buy these TV up.:lol:
My dad and I were determined to find one of these sets so we asked the associate for the stock availability for the Burnaby Costco ( 40 min. drive from Richmond ) and the Surrey Costco ( 25 min drive from Richmond ). The Burnaby Costco had 3 units left and the Surrey Costco had 15 units left. We asked the associate if we could call to hold the unit at Surrey Costco and then go pick it up, but they said that they couldn't do that :( . We left the Richmond Costco around 5:15pm to go to the Surrey Costco. We knew that we were racing against time because Costco closes at 6:00pm on Saturdays so we quickly scurried off towards Surrey. By the time we got there it was about 5:45pm and to our avail there was still some stock (3~4 units) which were on the floor at that time. Phew! Such a hectic day we had searching for this unit, but in the end we are a couple of happy campers!

[duckdown]

surprisingly seeing alot of hate from the responses here

surprised :)

[Eyeman]

They also got the 32" Version for $1200. Futureshop sells it for $1300

2001 Audio Visual is selling it for $999.

[Eyeman]

I'm constantly amazed at people who think that Sony/Bravia is worth paying the ridiculous premium. Sony's TV reputation is based entire on their old black stripe technology for tube TV's, which was the by far test in its day. But that was 20 years ago. There is nothing special about Sony that merits paying their prices.

[phobix]

For those of you who are considering changing to this set from a 3752w there are some noticable improvements with the sharp set. Interestingly, the 3752w has better definition/clarity with a 720p source (clearer, less fuzzy and less pixelation). Perhaps it is the way I have the set calibrated but I could really see the details when watching HD with the Viewsonic. However, the sharp is clearly the winner when it comes to color saturation and contrast. It's a toss up really, depending on what your source is, I would say that the sharp does a better job with SD material then the Viewsonic.

[ccdude]

any one see this at GTA Costcos?

[Vinman]

Any Ottawa Costco shoppers want to chime in on availability?

With the freezing rain we had yesterday morning, I had to cut my shopping off early, and never made it in.

[jobooie]

any one see this at GTA Costcos?

I called a couple in the GTA. Since the item is listed as "New" in their system, they couldn't give me the price or the # on order (in transit). I was also told to call back on friday as the system shoud be updated by then.

[squeeks786]

2001 Audio Visual is selling it for $999.

Was this an in-store price or an advertised price? I could only find the 32" version advertised in their online flyer (see link below).

flyer link:
http://2001audiovideo.com/pdf/p1.pdf

[DavidY]

Was this an in-store price or an advertised price? I could only find the 32" version advertised in their online flyer (see link below).

flyer link:
http://2001audiovideo.com/pdf/p1.pdf

The flyer and the website notes this 32 inch model as the LC32D40 which has the lower 1200:1 contrast (D43 has the 6000:1 dynamic contrast).

Dave

[Netcruzer]

Can someone confirm or post the $100 off coupon and I will edit the title to 1199.99

[abnutcracker]

Well checked in Windsor and the rep said they are listed ,but none have come in and he's not confident they will infact come in for sale...>:(

[Fantastical]

Confirmed Van, BC doesn't have such coupon, at least for this week. Called a few locations and chatted with a rfd member, no such coupon exist in BC.

Do you think we can negotiate the brick down to about $1350?



Can someone confirm or post the $100 off coupon and I will edit the title to 1199.99

[EveryLurker]

how is the sd cable look on the tv?

how does playing video games on the tv look? 360/wii/ps3.. is there any ghosting issues ?



i purchased a 32 inch sharp tv during boxing day..
i was not happy with the following..
- sd cable looked like crap.. hdtv cable looked awesome..
- ghosting was very very apparent.. i did not like that at all..

someone give some advice.. i currently have a panny 27 inch .. but would not mind returning it to get this sharp..

[blahzay163]

I'm constantly amazed at people who think that Sony/Bravia is worth paying the ridiculous premium. Sony's TV reputation is based entire on their old black stripe technology for tube TV's, which was the by far test in its day. But that was 20 years ago. There is nothing special about Sony that merits paying their prices.


I agree with you in a sense that most Sony products are crap. But when it comes to the Bravia TV's, you will be hard press to find someone who has one that's not satisified. Most people that bash these deal sites regarding Sony either have never had a Sony Bravia or to be perfectly frank, too cheap to buy one. Cause to them the Vizio, Acer, etc is perfectly fine. To each his own, but this happens at all the tv threads. I was looking at the higher end Sony XBR series but went with Samsung as I did not want to spend the extra cash. But if I could, I would definitely have gone with the XBR.


This Sharp is a nice TV for an excellent price. Its right up there with their old Aquos series. Just dont buy the non Aquos, SH20 series. I had one for two weeks and could not stand it. I bought it to save money but in the end, I just wasted my time buying and returning it.

[Fantastical]

btw, it is $999 at US costco

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11202008&search=Sharp%2037#shipinfo

so, $1300 is still a bit high to me.

I noticed electronics are usually cheaper in US.

[MrKat]

Confirmed Van, BC doesn't have such coupon, at least for this week. Called a few locations and chatted with a rfd member, no such coupon exist in BC.

Do you think we can negotiate the brick down to about $1350?

The brick has a 7 day refund policy - that is pathetic! They are a buncha crooks, do you really want to live with that? Pplus I gaurentee they will hound you non stop about their 5 yr warranty, hound you like a scounded dog.

[Fantastical]

I am 99% sure i will keep this TV.

I usually know will i return something or not before buying it. And $1350, I will definitely buy it with gift card, it is cheaper than costco.


The brick has a 7 day refund policy - that is pathetic! They are a buncha crooks, do you really want to live with that?

[MrKat]

how is the sd cable look on the tv?

how does playing video games on the tv look? 360/wii/ps3.. is there any ghosting issues ?



i purchased a 32 inch sharp tv during boxing day..
i was not happy with the following..
- sd cable looked like crap.. hdtv cable looked awesome..
- ghosting was very very apparent.. i did not like that at all..

someone give some advice.. i currently have a panny 27 inch .. but would not mind returning it to get this sharp..

You most likely bought the standard sharp ones that are silver. Those are junk, whereas the Aquos is on a whole different level.

[MrKat]

I am 99% sure i will keep this TV.

I usually know will i return something or not before buying it. And $1350, I will definitely buy it with gift card, it is cheaper than costco.

It would suck if you bought the tv, and on the 8th day something goes bad and you have to exchange it - sorry mate...better call up sharp and get those warranty papers ready.

If you want the absolute rock bottom price, go to Soundsaround (I cant recommended this place at all), but if you are willing to take on a weak 7 day in store warranty, why not just settle for final sale? Soundsaround will give you the absolute lowest price gaurenteed. Just pray you dont get problems out of the box, cause once they got your money and you walk out that door with your goods...youre on youre own.

[MrKat]

I agree with you in a sense that most Sony products are crap. But when it comes to the Bravia TV's, you will be hard press to find someone who has one that's not satisified. Most people that bash these deal sites regarding Sony either have never had a Sony Bravia or to be perfectly frank, too cheap to buy one. Cause to them the Vizio, Acer, etc is perfectly fine. To each his own, but this happens at all the tv threads. I was looking at the higher end Sony XBR series but went with Samsung as I did not want to spend the extra cash. But if I could, I would definitely have gone with the XBR.


This Sharp is a nice TV for an excellent price. Its right up there with their old Aquos series. Just dont buy the non Aquos, SH20 series. I had one for two weeks and could not stand it. I bought it to save money but in the end, I just wasted my time buying and returning it.

I agree that you get what you pay for. I would also say that most would agree

Samsung/Aquos>Bravias
Samsung/Aquos<XBR Bravias

I was going to get an entry level Bravia, but i was told to not even bother getting Bravia unless its an XBR because for the same money you can get noticably better pic quality with a samsung. I would never pay more for a Sony, ever...for any product. But IF you can get it at the same price or less than other brands, its worth it at times.

[djskret]

Looks like a great deal!!!

Costco Mississauga & Etobicoke are both currently sold out. (Etobicoke only has the display model available)

[jobooie]

Looks like a great deal!!!

Costco Mississauga & Etobicoke are both currently sold out. (Etobicoke only has the display model available)

IS that the LC-37D43U or the LC-37D42U?

[charliebrown]

You most likely bought the standard sharp ones that are silver. Those are junk, whereas the Aquos is on a whole different level.

The 32" on sale during boxing day were not aquos...i've read on other forums that these sharps are built by a generic manufacturer and rebranded as sharps

[perfectg]

I got the 32" Aquos back in january, after PM with BB I got it for $1099 at FS, and they wanted $1699 at the time. I love the tv, too bad now the 37" is only $200 more! lol

[zabuza]

I'd be all over this if it weren't too big for my room. 32" is the highest I can go, hopefully I can find one of those for around $1000 all-in. Do 2001 haggle at all?

[perfectg]

I'd be all over this if it weren't too big for my room. 32" is the highest I can go, hopefully I can find one of those for around $1000 all-in. Do 2001 haggle at all?

thats also why i got the 32" anything bigger wouldnt work.

[theinfamous]

I'd be all over this if it weren't too big for my room. 32" is the highest I can go, hopefully I can find one of those for around $1000 all-in. Do 2001 haggle at all?

Yup you can negotiate at 2001. A friend of mine picked up the Sharp LC37SH0for $1050 + tax. Was listed for $1299 originally.

[zabuza]

I'm just wondering if they'll do $1000 taxes in for a 32" Aquos. Guess I'll have to go there! :)

[newbie]

I went to futureshop and Sharp's Aquos looks very very nice! But I wonder if they hv problem displaying SD content. Does anyone have any idea?

[Ren]

Does anyone know where they sell the 1080P version of this TV in Canada?

[zabuza]

I went to futureshop and Sharp's Aquos looks very very nice! But I wonder if they hv problem displaying SD content. Does anyone have any idea?
One of LCDs' weaknesses is that SD content tends to look pretty ugly, regardless of the panel.

[djskret]

IS that the LC-37D43U or the LC-37D42U?

It was the 37D43U.

[leepjava]

One of LCDs' weaknesses is that SD content tends to look pretty ugly, regardless of the panel.

I watched SD on my SONY CRT, 57" Hitachi CRT RP, 50" Panasonic plasma, just returned Samsung 4095D LCD, and one day old Sharp LC-37D43U. Surprise, Surprise, the Aquos shows good details in SD almost same as the CRT and plasma with pretty good color accuracy, grayscale tracking is acceptable from high to low IREs. In general, LCD can be good at SD, depends on what brand. The Samsung 4095 has very serious “black crush” and bad green gamma curve. I hope the one I got is an “lemon”.

I am very pleased with the Aquos in SD, which I mostly watched at the breakfast area.

Peter.

[stosh]

Will FS pricematch Costco?

[phobix]

Will FS pricematch Costco?

negative...I have tried in the past and their claim was that Costco requires a membership fee hence the lower prices.

[ruvz]

can anyone confirm stores with stock in GTA (particulary North York, Woodbridge or Woodbine?)


thx!

[zabuza]

I watched SD on my SONY CRT, 57" Hitachi CRT RP, 50" Panasonic plasma, just returned Samsung 4095D LCD, and one day old Sharp LC-37D43U. Surprise, Surprise, the Aquos shows good details in SD almost same as the CRT and plasma with pretty good color accuracy, grayscale tracking is acceptable from high to low IREs. In general, LCD can be good at SD, depends on what brand. The Samsung 4095 has very serious “black crush” and bad green gamma curve. I hope the one I got is an “lemon”.

I am very pleased with the Aquos in SD, which I mostly watched at the breakfast area.

Peter.
News to me! Thanks for that.

[MrKat]

Will FS pricematch Costco?visions will. They match any competitor, membership or not. Plus beat it by 5%.

[stosh]

any Visions in KW?

[mjdavila]

Looks like a great deal!!!

Costco Mississauga & Etobicoke are both currently sold out. (Etobicoke only has the display model available)


I picked one up at Etobicoke saturday afternoon and they had 2 left.. (after I bought mine)
Didn't see a coupon for 100$ off tho...

love the TV so far.. the default settings tho are crap!! i find that changing it to game mode improves the quality for SD and HD tv watching..
looks amazing!

[djskret]

One of the guys @ the Etobicoke location was saying that all locations should be getting shipments this week as its still a fairly new product for them (2 weeks old).

[y3llowf3llow]

This is so annoying. Costco northyork, markahm, scarborough, and newmarket dont have them at all. I dont see how you people bought them if they havent even arrived yet. Unless Costco doesnt even knwo what they are selling in their own store.

[Badman]

This is so annoying. Costco northyork, markahm, scarborough, and newmarket dont have them at all. I dont see how you people bought them if they havent even arrived yet. Unless Costco doesnt even knwo what they are selling in their own store.

Same with Brampton and Mississauga>:( They don't sell sharp at all.
Which is the next closest one that sells them?

[maddawg]

Anyone tried the ajax.

[duckdown]

No luck here in Brampton either

[Netcruzer]

Called Halifax Costco. They have one LC-37D43U on display but no new stock currently available. It is 1299.99 and I've had no luck finding a $100 off coupon.

[Cero21]

anyone have the 6 digit item number for this tv at costco?

[sienna]

Looks like the $100 off coupon is bogus.

[jimbojones]

$1200 would be a very sweet price for this, but even at $1300 I'll have to check it out. Anyone see this out west?

[djskret]

anyone have the 6 digit item number for this tv at costco?

Costco # 124741

[MeDS]

The original poster's brick link didn't work

So I did some searching for you:
http://www.thebrick.com/Application/Cart/BuyRoom.asp?TraderID=34DC92B9-3DBD-438F-AA0B-BD0F699D5896&Code=LC37D43U&ProductID=551E50BE-D503-4A2F-858E-4F936FAC2A5A&Code=2FFAC250-9352-4FAE-AFFD-85C60ACA5928&SellOrderId=2FFAC250-9352-4FAE-AFFD-85C60ACA5928&CategoryID=19663507-AA5C-4ABB-87DB-D6B373011E64&SiteCode=EN&CategoryTracking=7356A948%2DE408%2D4200%2D85F1%2DF 9D5452752C5%2C19663507%2DAA5C%2D4ABB%2D87DB%2DD6B3 73011E64

[mcmanus]

Just purchased the LC-37D42U from costco last month.. called them this morning and advised me to return it and purchase the 43U :)

[Netcruzer]

The original poster's brick link didn't work

So I did some searching for you:
http://www.thebrick.com/Application/Cart/BuyRoom.asp?TraderID=34DC92B9-3DBD-438F-AA0B-BD0F699D5896&Code=LC37D43U&ProductID=551E50BE-D503-4A2F-858E-4F936FAC2A5A&Code=2FFAC250-9352-4FAE-AFFD-85C60ACA5928&SellOrderId=2FFAC250-9352-4FAE-AFFD-85C60ACA5928&CategoryID=19663507-AA5C-4ABB-87DB-D6B373011E64&SiteCode=EN&CategoryTracking=7356A948%2DE408%2D4200%2D85F1%2DF 9D5452752C5%2C19663507%2DAA5C%2D4ABB%2D87DB%2DD6B3 73011E64

It seems to change daily, I've given up keeping it active now that the Costco price is better.

[MeDS]

Just purchased the LC-37D42U from costco last month.. called them this morning and advised me to return it and purchase the 43U :)

nice

[shutout]

This is so annoying. Costco northyork, markahm, scarborough, and newmarket dont have them at all. I dont see how you people bought them if they havent even arrived yet. Unless Costco doesnt even knwo what they are selling in their own store.

You probably missed it. I saw at least 8 units in Markham store last Friday.

[MrKat]

Haha Icalled the costco, they got the 37 Aquos in this morning - 17 of them. And already down to 4 :-0

I wish they would bring in the 42 Aquos :( 37 is too damn small.

Can someone comment on the image quality of this when connected to PC?

Thats a $1000 less than the price of the 42. Im sure most people would give up 5 less inches for that kind of savings huh:lol:

[MrKat]

WOW I might end up holding off on this Sharp because according to costco, they are getting the 42 Viewsonic pretty soon (couldnt give me a date), but the item # is 127063 and its on their site and was in their system as expected arrival. The lady said the price will be $1299!!! No stores carry them as of yet. Online carries a lot of stock that stores dont.

http://content.costco.ca/Images/Content/Product/105721cL.jpg

[thomasnsx]

Will FS pricematch Sear's price even though it won't get delivered for another 3 weeks according to the checkout process at sears.ca?

[stosh]

Viewsonic eh? These TVs any good?

[MrKat]

Viewsonic eh? These TVs any good?

you kidding me? Theres a huge long thread going on over the 3752

[stosh]

link? I don't see it.

[Cero21]

WOW I might end up holding off on this Sharp because according to costco, they are getting the 42 Viewsonic pretty soon (couldnt give me a date), but the item # is 127063 and its on their site and was in their system as expected arrival. The lady said the price will be $1299!!! No stores carry them as of yet. Online carries a lot of stock that stores dont.

http://content.costco.ca/Images/Content/Product/105721cL.jpg

LOL. Pretty soon for that costco 37" was like 6 months. No use waiting thinking it's going to come soon. Believe it when it actually arrives.

[garks]

hey guys sorry for the stupid question, but costco IS an authorized dealer right? i would still get 1 year manufacturer warranty am i correct? I tried PM at some asian place and they were going on about how they weren't. Please correct me if im wrong.

[Fantastical]

ofcoz they are authorized dealer, whenever you ask for pm, it will just be a pain in the ass.

hey guys sorry for the stupid question, but costco IS an authorized dealer right? i would still get 1 year manufacturer warranty am i correct? I tried PM at some asian place and they were going on about how they weren't. Please correct me if im wrong.

[ccdude]

WOW I might end up holding off on this Sharp because according to costco, they are getting the 42 Viewsonic pretty soon (couldnt give me a date), but the item # is 127063 and its on their site and was in their system as expected arrival. The lady said the price will be $1299!!! No stores carry them as of yet. Online carries a lot of stock that stores dont.

http://content.costco.ca/Images/Content/Product/105721cL.jpg

Uh Oh

I see another 500 Page Viewsonic?costco thread coming up

[MrKat]

link? I don't see it.

Sorry, well theres a few on RFD but this is the biggest one.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=317019&highlight=viewsonic

Also few on AVSforums as well and bigwallet.com :D

[MrKat]

LOL. Pretty soon for that costco 37" was like 6 months. No use waiting thinking it's going to come soon. Believe it when it actually arrives.

Well the lady said if the item is already in their system, priced with an item #, it is expected to arrive at anytime. My guess is within a month. Not sure if Ill wait though with all these other great deals around.:cheesygri

Costco has a weak selection for 42 inchers, so they should be getting new stock fairly soon.

[MrKat]

but costco IS an authorized dealer right?.No they deal directly with the black market.

[abnutcracker]

Well I spoke with a local Sharp Dealer on this.He informs me ,that he had a direct conversation with the Sharp Canada supplier and was told they had put a stop to this thru Costco Canada.When he is selling these for the price FS is he was a little pissed when he heard rumors Costco Canada was going to supply that unit for $1299.Since there's no support in Canada,Costco is souly responsible for the warranty, since the units were brought in from the US .So based on what he said ,what ever units that are available in costco stores presently that have any will be the only ones you will see.Seems again like Canada getting screwed so they can inflate prices here vrs those avalible in the US at a much cheaper price.

Anyways ,we shall see how this plays out and what infact does happen and/or true about this ...:confused:

[DavidY]

No they deal directly with the black market.

Actually, it's the grey market. The black market refers to illegal goods.

Dave

[mcmanus]

does anyone actually know the difference between the LC-37D42U and LC-37D43U... checked sharpusa.com and they have the exact same spec sheet and picture...


After searching various hd forums and google.. it seems like I've answered my own question... the 37D42U was released in November 06... with no hype/no big promotions... Jan 07 CES comes along so Sharp decides to announce the 37D43U with vga (even though the 42U has VGA) and even mentions that the 43U is currently available but is called the 42U...

The only other difference that I have seen is people arguing over the finishes on the TV's... people claim the 42U from costco had a Matt finish (I have the 42U from costco and it's the "Piano" gloss finish) and now the same thing is being said about the 43U that it's a Matt finish...

It's crappy that I have to un-hook everything, demount the tv, haul the tv back to costco to return it.. just to buy the SAME tv that has a different model number and save $200

[Hellspawn]

Actually, it's the grey market. The black market refers to illegal goods.

Dave

I think MRKAT was just sarcastic when he said black market.!!!

[PurpleTiger]

It's crappy that I have to un-hook everything, demount the tv, haul the tv back to costco to return it.. just to buy the SAME tv that has a different model number and save $200

That's IF you can actually find it. Right now there's no stock in the GTA (a couple of stores have demo models left), stock in Kingston and Ottawa. No ETA apparently. The costco guy said they had none on order.
:mad:

[mcmanus]

The Costco I purchased my 42U from is getting 17 in tomorrow :-0

[DavidY]

The Costco I purchased my 42U from is getting 17 in tomorrow :-0

What are the dimensions of the carton/box for the 42U? I am wondering if it would fit in the extra cab of my compact truck. Thanks.

Dave

[mcmanus]

39" Length, 29"Height, 11" Depth... should fit.. It fit in the back of a torrent with seats folded down and had xtra room

[jimbojones]

I picked one up from Costco east Edmonton, and so far I love it. I need to play with the settings a bit but I really like the way it looks.

[mcmanus]

odd... east edmonton told me they wouldn't be carrying any Aqous TVs and the only two in the edmonton area that would.. are the Sherwood park and southside locations

[sicwoo]

I actually purchased the 42 from futureshop. The reason I bought it was that when i compared the prices between the 42 vs the 37 @ futureshop it was not that much diff for a better screen, in terms of screen size + 1080 + noticeable brightness diff. the 37 isn't a bad screen but when compared to the others in that class for that price, i didn't think it was worth 1699 or 1599 im not really sure how much it was. But if it was 1299 when i was buying the 42 i would have chosen the 37 cus the price difference is alot then. Too bad i don't go to costco so i wouldn't have known or checked but one thing though, either way i dont' think you can go wrong with the sharp aquos, compared to the other ones it is still superior especially with that price.

[Fantastical]

I just went to the Brick and asked them would they price match costco.

I made a reasonable offer of $1350 considering Costco charges membership fee.

The manager checked its previous sale price, it all ranges from $1500-1600, so he said he couldn't do it below $1499, and didn't even counter offer me. I believe he think my offer is out of whack

Btw, only 3 sales show up for that store, and they have a bunch of "antique" TVs.

No wonder why their sale is so low if they keep the margin high on every sale.

[mcmanus]

weird.. it's not a sale price. it's the price that they have it listed as in their computer as reg pric

[itsyours]

WOW I might end up holding off on this Sharp because according to costco, they are getting the 42 Viewsonic pretty soon (couldnt give me a date), but the item # is 127063 and its on their site and was in their system as expected arrival. The lady said the price will be $1299!!! No stores carry them as of yet. Online carries a lot of stock that stores dont.

http://content.costco.ca/Images/Content/Product/105721cL.jpg

Hopefully they switched the panel this time. With their expertise and a better panel, this 42" will be hot......

[mcmanus]

Can anyone confirm if the 43U has the piano gloss look around the edges or the matt black?

[sphinxx]

Any reviews about these 'economic' models?
Thanks for the feedback.

[nambit]

Can anyone confirm if the 43U has the piano gloss look around the edges or the matt black?

Mine looks similar to the d92 I recently had, which I believe is Piano Gloss. It
looks really nice!

[MrKat]

Hopefully they switched the panel this time. With their expertise and a better panel, this 42" will be hot......

What was wrong with the old panel? you mean the one in the N3752W? Im still opting for 42 inch, hence why Im not going to get this Sharp.

[Ren]

Hopefully they switched the panel this time. With their expertise and a better panel, this 42" will be hot......

It it was 1080P I would soo snap it up.

[CouponKindaGuy]

Has anyone seen this at the Edmonton Southside location?

[oso_fast]

I plan on going for one of these. I am going to call the surrey costco tomorrow, see if they have any in stock. It seems like a good deal.

[GYR8]

hey guys sorry for the stupid question, but costco IS an authorized dealer right? i would still get 1 year manufacturer warranty am i correct? I tried PM at some asian place and they were going on about how they weren't. Please correct me if im wrong.

I am pretty certain that the Sharp 37" is imported from the U.S. I do not believe that Costco is an authorized dealer. This means that the return policy overrides the manufacturers warranty.

GYR8

[djskret]

Anyone have any news on when Costco is getting another shippment?

[duckdown]

Does this thing look AWESOME for HD content and, more specifically, XBOX360?

[EveryLurker]

i asked a question a while back but no one seemed to answer.. :confused:

okay here we go again.. for someone with this tv.. can you tell me how


- regular sd cable shows.. ( i already know hd tv cable will look good.. )

- how something like a ps2/gamecube would show / ghosting . ( not a 360, i know that will look good ) ...

- also how do you find the remote for the tv.. ?? the last sharp i had.. the remote i felt was designed by a bunch of monkeys.. it made absolutely no sense at all..

[Netcruzer]

i asked a question a while back but no one seemed to answer.. :confused:

okay here we go again.. for someone with this tv.. can you tell me how


- regular sd cable shows.. ( i already know hd tv cable will look good.. )

- how something like a ps2/gamecube would show / ghosting . ( not a 360, i know that will look good ) ...

- also how do you find the remote for the tv.. ?? the last sharp i had.. the remote i felt was designed by a bunch of monkeys.. it made absolutely no sense at all..

Regular SD cable shows look great. I mean, you know it's an LCD, but I think it's very good. Some of the best SD I've seen from an LCD.

PS2/Gamecube would be the equivalent hookups as my Wii. Regular composite cables. Picture quality is very good, surprisingly good off the Wii with regular cables I found.

The remote control sucks, I agree it must have been made by monkeys. It doesn't fit with the aquos quality, and it is long, weird button layout, and feels cheap. Do the right thing and buy a Harmony universal remote.

[Netcruzer]

Well I spoke with a local Sharp Dealer on this.He informs me ,that he had a direct conversation with the Sharp Canada supplier and was told they had put a stop to this thru Costco Canada.When he is selling these for the price FS is he was a little pissed when he heard rumors Costco Canada was going to supply that unit for $1299.Since there's no support in Canada,Costco is souly responsible for the warranty, since the units were brought in from the US .So based on what he said ,what ever units that are available in costco stores presently that have any will be the only ones you will see.Seems again like Canada getting screwed so they can inflate prices here vrs those avalible in the US at a much cheaper price.

Anyways ,we shall see how this plays out and what infact does happen and/or true about this ...:confused:

Hmm, that would really suck if they somehow cut off Costcos suppliers. I called my Costco again today. Spoke with a nice lady and she says they have one demo on display, but no stock and none on order. She spoke with the Manager and they will not sell the demo because it is brand new stock and are under the impression that more will arrive eventually. Hmm.. if none are on order how can that happen? Anyway, I told them I'd go buy the demo today, but they will not sell it. That sucks.

[mcmanus]

Does anyone know if the Sharp Aquos 37" LC-37D42U item # 865729 has dropped price??? I'm to impatient to wait for the local costco to open...

[Nolan]

I'm a little unclear with all these posts, as they don't all say where they posting from.

Anyone have any luck or updates at the GTA Costcos?...

[PurpleTiger]

I'm a little unclear with all these posts, as they don't all say where they posting from.

Anyone have any luck or updates at the GTA Costcos?...
Read my earlier posting. I was at the Etobicoke location last night. They had 1 demo unit. They had no stock on order, no ETA. He checked all the other Costco's in the GTA, and there was no stock. Closest to GTA with stock was Kingston.

[Capitola]

My earlier post indicated 5 in the Ajax location, but nobody proved I (well, the Costco rep) was right (or wrong).

[MrKat]

I have a Q - doesnt anyone find this tv small viewing from 2-5ft?:confused:

[djskret]

I'm a little unclear with all these posts, as they don't all say where they posting from.

Anyone have any luck or updates at the GTA Costcos?...

Costco Brampton had 3 this morning, I just picked up the last one around 1pm....

[mcmanus]

North East Edmonton Location has 7... also has the 46"... Just returned my 42U and there is absolutely no difference between the two models... as for viewing... these tv's are great from even 6 feet away..

[mjdavila]

I have a Q - doesnt anyone find this tv small viewing from 2-5ft?:confused:

lol.. im viewing from like 6ft and its huge..

im happy i went with this and not a 40 or 42.. too big!

[purespin]

lol.. im viewing from like 6ft and its huge..

im happy i went with this and not a 40 or 42.. too big!

I'm happy with my 32" viewsonic from 6ft, especially i'm viewing mostly SD programs.

[MrKat]

lol.. im viewing from like 6ft and its huge..

im happy i went with this and not a 40 or 42.. too big!

Its just me, when I got 37'' couple months ago it felt huge, too big. Now, it feels small at times...and I sit 2ft from it haha. Its wierd how quickly over time your eyes get used to it.

[mcmanus]

I don't think i could get used to sitting 2 feet from this tv..

[greviller]

Just picked one up this morning and they had a full pallet under the display. Was there the night and they had 3 or 4 out, wanted a 40 or 42 but couldn't justify the extra $500+ and went back this morning and they had a fresh pallet out.

Guy said they have been flying off the shelf.

[danhenry]

Has anyone had any luck PMing this with the Costco price? That would be one sweet deal if I managed to snag one of these for 1000 plus tax :D.

[mcmanus]

Differences between the 43U and 42U...

Now that i've played around with the tv for about an hour I have started to notice subtle differences... Mainly in the menu.. seems like some of the options can be tweaked which weren't available on the 42U... the other difference is when switching from SD to HD.. the TV seems to easily change from 420p to 720p/1080i when using HDMI... on the 42U the screen had to adjust twice to compensate... other then that... it appears to be the exact same TV... when I returned my 42U there was 2 other 42U's that had been returned today..

[Telek]

The Brampton location got in 4 this morning and they sold out within a few hours. Because it's still listed as "new" in their system it's really hard to find out when/if they actually have it in stock.

Kingston apparently got 6 this morning, but that's too far for me to drive.

How does PM allow you to get it down to $1000 if retail is $1700 and Costco is selling for $1300?? $1000 is likely below their actual purchase price!

Also how would you PM it? It's not listed online, is it actually listed in a flyer anywhere?

[MFBODD]

I called one store and they mentioned that Brampton had 4 in... I didn't believe them so I called Brampton, and as earlier posted, they are sold out.

Call a store direct to see if they actually have anything. Like other stores their inventory may not be updated on the fly.

Yeah, the guy I talked to mentioned the "new" item tag as well and said no orders are pending, so who knows when they will get more in. He also said it could be weeks... I hope not.

[MrKat]

I don't think i could get used to sitting 2 feet from this tv..

Feels small to me. A 42'' on my desk would be nice - what I want. :cheesygri

[MrKat]

Just picked one up this morning and they had a full pallet under the display. Was there the night and they had 3 or 4 out, wanted a 40 or 42 but couldn't justify the extra $500+ and went back this morning and they had a fresh pallet out.

Guy said they have been flying off the shelf.

The 42 Aquos is $2300 (costco doesnt sell it btw), making it $1000 more than the 37''. 5 inches for that kind of money, I dont think anyone would pay it. :D

[mcmanus]

The reason why the 42" is almost 1000 more is because it is 1080p.. not because it was 5" bigger...

[djskret]

This being my first HD tv, Im a happy camper (Good bang for your buck!!!)

- I got the HD PVR and I must say, HD is simply AMAZING (Was disappointment tonite because the Leaf game was on, but not in HD)

- Xbox 360 looks great.

- Have to get use to the non HD channels that have the 2 black bars on the side, only showing 4:3

- Will be testing the unit with an upconverting DVD player this weekend.

[DavidY]

For those who recently bought this TV from Costco, please confirm that the item no is 124741 as previously posted. I need to check with a local Costco to see if this TV is on order. Thanks.

Dave

[deal_shopper]

Got the TV at the Grandview Vancouver store- the last one :) At first they said there weren't any left, but then I saw one up high on a pallet so they got it down for me. Supposedly 8 more are in transit which will probably be there tomorrow.

[phobix]

- Have to get use to the non HD channels that have the 2 black bars on the side, only showing 4:3


Your STB should be able to stretch 4:3 so that it fills 16:9.

[phobix]

For those who recently bought this TV from Costco, please confirm that the item no is 124741 as previously posted. I need to check with a local Costco to see if this TV is on order. Thanks.

Dave

That is the correct costco SKU for the LC37D43U

[MrKat]

Somone should post some pics of this tv in action. :cheesygri

[mcmanus]

Once the picture is tweaked... used..
1. HDMI input
------------------
AV Mode: Movie

Advanced settings:
- Color Temp: Mid-low
- Black: Expansion OFF

Basic settings:
OPC: ON
Backlight: STD (irrelevant with OPC on)
Contrast: +35
Brightness: +2
Color: -1
Tint: -1
Sharpness: -5

which i found posted on another forum and it works great!! have it hooked up to Motorola DCT6416 III via HDMI and a Sony upconverting HDMI dvd player... both look great!! but be prepared to make some manual adjustments to get a good picture

[mcmanus]

does anyone know if it's possible to bypass the hdmi audio to optical??/ i know it can be done on the regular "tv" setting...

[Capitola]

does anyone know if it's possible to bypass the hdmi audio to optical??/ i know it can be done on the regular "tv" setting...

Why would you want to do that? Too bad this tv doesn't have DVI input, otherwise you could.

[maddawg]

Why would you want to do that? Too bad this tv doesn't have DVI input, otherwise you could.
You can get a dvi to hdmi cable from monoprice which works good enough for now. Still looking around for this tv and hoping stock will arrive fairly soon.

[parry]

You can get a dvi to hdmi cable from monoprice which works good enough for now. Still looking around for this tv and hoping stock will arrive fairly soon.

and if you can't wait for it to arrive. I am selling a Monster cable. Check my signature.. :)

This TV looks good. I am thinking to get this as a second TV. Does anyone have professional calibrated levels settings to share?

[y3llowf3llow]

I bought mine from a chinese store here in scarborough. They are selling it for 1570$ tax incl. They are an auth dealer so you get the 1 yr man warantee unlike costco. If anyone is interested, give me a pm.

[toaccord]

for $1900 tax in U can have a LC-37D62u in downtown

[Capitola]

You can get a dvi to hdmi cable from monoprice which works good enough for now. Still looking around for this tv and hoping stock will arrive fairly soon.

I do have a dvi to hdmi from Monoprice for my other tv with dvi. I don't think this Sharp have dvi.

[maddawg]

I do have a dvi to hdmi from Monoprice for my other tv with dvi. I don't think this Sharp have dvi.
Guess i need to explain. Sharp has hdmi, your device dvi. Use the cable to convert dvi to hdmi.

[MrKat]

can someone do me a fav and measure the exact size of the screen - the actual viewing area. thx

[Netcruzer]

can someone do me a fav and measure the exact size of the screen - the actual viewing area. thx

I've already told you this info, and posted pics. What more do you want?

[MrKat]

I've already told you this info, and posted pics. What more do you want?

you did? :confused:

[Capitola]

Guess i need to explain. Sharp has hdmi, your device dvi. Use the cable to convert dvi to hdmi.

Let me explain. Older tvs have DVI (no HDMI), therefore to connect my dvd (HDMI) to my tv i had to use HDMI to DVI. Sharp has HDMI, therefore I would need HDMI to HDMI.

[Netcruzer]

you did? :confused:

:mad:
Here is proof that you have a shi*ty memory.
I've also already posted pics in this tread so LOOK for them.
:mad:


Quote:
Originally Posted by Netcruzer View Post
Hahaha.. Sony loves to screw their customers don't they. I'll add that to my list of reasons to keep boycotting Sony products.

I measured the Aquos, its 37 and 1/64 viewable.


Reply by MrKat
cool, thx.

You should post some pics of this baby live in action lol. Would love to see it, Im still very tempted.... But i also want a 40'' too. I cant find any reviews of this model.

[CouponKindaGuy]

you did? :confused:
I think you should stop sitting so close to the lcd screen, its affecting your vision.
I know when I was a kid, I got a smack in the back of the skull, if I got too close to the black and white tv. :-)

[kud0s69]

^^^

Coscto return policy abusers are not always smart :)

Im very vvvvvvvvery tempted to return my Viewsonic 37'' and upgrade for this tv. Hmm is the extra $500 worth it to jump to this tv? I hear Aquos are #1 in the world for LCDs in terms of pic quality. I sure love that piano black finish.

[sienna]

for $1900 tax in U can have a LC-37D62u in downtown

Which downtown store sell 37D62U ?

[Kesh]

Does anyone know where they sell the 1080P version of this TV in Canada?

Well, out here in Calgary we just got the new A&B Sound flyer and they just got in the new Sharp Aquos 1080p LCD TV's.

Here's the price list (regular price):

LC32D62U - $1599.99
LC37D62U - $1999.99
LC42D62U - $2299.99
LC46D62U - $2999.99
LC46D82U - $3499.99
LC52D62U - $3999.99
LC52D82U - $4499.99

Good thing I setup our company with A&B Sound for a nice corporate discount. I'll know more on the weekend on how the new 32 and 37 inch models look once I get to the store.

Hope this info helps people out.

[mcmanus]

When I picked up my upconverting hdmi dvd player... I saw the LC37D62U - $1999.99 at my local best buy.... They also had the LC37D43U on for 1499...

[Telek]

When I picked up my upconverting hdmi dvd player... I saw the LC37D62U - $1999.99 at my local best buy.... They also had the LC37D43U on for 1499...

Where did you see the LC37D43U for $1499?? It's $1699 at every FS/BB that I've seen...

[lapopal]

lol
he posted and I bolded it for you

When I picked up my upconverting hdmi dvd player... I saw the LC37D62U - $1999.99 at my local best buy....

[maddawg]

Yes, bestbuy has them for 1499. Noticed that at the Eglinton and Laird location in Toronto.

[luckylou]

Bestbuy.ca has it for $1499 plus they have a $50 off $500 Digital Dollars = $1449

Plus a ExpressVue HD box for free.

[mcmanus]

Ya I could have been more specific... saw it at the North Edmonton Best Buy... 1499 but no mention of free bell express view hd...

[Pyobum]

Its just me, when I got 37'' couple months ago it felt huge, too big. Now, it feels small at times...and I sit 2ft from it haha. Its wierd how quickly over time your eyes get used to it.

What the hell? I was also sitting 6ft from a 37" and found that it was huge. No wonder you need to ask questions twice before actually finding an answer.

This Aquos looks like a pretty sweet deal, and so far no unit has blown up, unlike the 37" Viewsonic 3752w. :lol: Was unimpressed with the 3752w before, PQ with SD content was terrible and the build seemed on the cheap side. For an additionnal $350 over the 3752w, I'd give this one a try.

[Fantastical]

If you buy from bb, which satelite would you choose

[mcmanus]

if you are refering to the two choices... they are the

Bell ExpressVu Satellite HD Rental Kit and the

Star Choice High Definition Satellite Receiver (DSR505)


If you look into it.. what happens is you get the Rental kit for "free" usual cost is $99... however you then end up paying atleast $71/month for basic HD plus either $10/month if you want a hd box or $20/month for a hd PVR... a