Just called my local Best Buy... after a 10 minute Service Plan informative speech (YAWN!) the guys said that they do not have the $699 AR model, but they do have the Toshiba 1805-S177 for $899... I'm thinking about it.
<< No, neither has TV out. They do, however, have SVGA out, so a scan convertor could allow attachment to a TV. >>
When researching Scan Converters, I found this:
"Do You Really Want a Scan Converter?
One of the inherent disadvantages of any scan converter is that it will decrease the resolution and frequency of the original computer video signal. A prospective buyer must recognize that the end result of scan conversion will produce an image of lesser quality than the original. So, the decision should depend on the application in which the computer video is to be used.
Other options may be available for displaying computer-video with large screen projectors. Large monitors and multi-scan projectors are available that are compatible with computer video signals. These devices do not reduce the resolution - what you see is what you'll get. LCD panels and projectors have also become an alternative to scan conversion for display purposes. They can be fairly expensive, but these devices will allow the signal to be displayed from the computer with minimal loss of picture quality.
For video taping of computer-video signals, or for displaying on a standard TV set (or monitor or projector that only handles 15.75 kHz signals), scan conversion is necessary because these devices won't accept the computer signal directly. Computer -video in teleconferencing is another growing technology that uses scan conversion to transmit computer signals over telephone lines.
The requirement for the computer signal is what determines whether scan conversion is a necessity or simply one of the options. Once we have determined the necessity, the confusing part begins because there are so many types and models of scan converters available."
If you took the time to read all that and you're still with me, thank you Anyway, my question is simply would it be worth it to get a scan converter to watch DVD on the TV or should I just wait for a laptop with TV-Out?
Thank you in advance for anything you can help with,
CK