Tonight's Woot - DAMN!! InFocus ScreenPlay 61? DLP High Definition TV $2,999.99 + $5 shipping ($2,499 AR!)

[whatsyourdeal]

Time to bust out the piggy bank!!

Woot hat the InFocus ScreenPlay 61? DLP High Definition TV $2,999.99 + $5 shipping


EDIT: Was just informed there is a $500 rebate to make this $2,499. Holy Crap!! This is $5K everywhere else!

Picture

Screen Size: 61? diagonal
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 wide screen
Light System: InFocus Engine
Microdisplay type: DLP, HD2+ DarkChip2
Resolution: 720p High Definition (1280×720)
Anti-Reflective Screen
Progressive Scan: TruScan Digital Reality
Comb Filter: 3D Y/C Digital Frame
3:2 Pull Down: Reverse (TruScan Digital Reality)
Dynamic Color Stretch Circuitry
Picture Presets: Vibrant,Natural,Cinematic,Personal
Viewing Angle: 160 degrees
SOUND

Broadcast Stereo w/dbx Noise Reduction
Second Audio Program

Audio Processor: SRS Labs TruSurround XT 1
7-Band Graphic Equalizer
Front Speakers: 4 mid-range, 2 tweeter)
Integrated Subwoofer
Total Watts: 60 (15W/Chan + 30W Subwoofer)
Sound Logic Audio Leveler: Yes
Sound Presets: 7 Modes + Personal
Dolby Digital Pass-Through
RECEPTION

Tuning Capability: NTSC/ATSC/DCR
Digital Cable/Satellite Connections: DTV-Link (IEEE 1394)/HDMI/HD
Component
Digital Cable Ready: Yes (DCR) and CableCARD slot
CONVENIENCE


Channel Labeling: Auto (via EPG data)
Commercial Skip
Integrated Web Browser1: WIN CE v4.1 with IE v6.0
Parental Control (V-Chip)
Picture Freeze
Picture-in-Picture: Twin Tuner (Analog Only)
REAR CONNECTORS

RF Input : 2

Audio/Video Inputs (Composite): 4 L&R Audio, 4 Video
S-Video Input: 2 ? Auto-Detectible
Component Video Input (YPrPb): 2 ? SYNCROSCAN PLUS2
HDMI (High Def Multimedia Interface): 1 for 720p, 1080i, 480p
Sub Woofer Output: Yes ? RCA Phono
Audio Outputs (Type): 1 Set, Switchable (Fixed/Variable)
A/V Outputs (Composite): 1 Set ? L&R Audio + Video
Audio Output (Coaxial/Optical): SP-DIF (Optical)
IEEE1394 Connector: 2 w/2-Way DTV Link
Broadband Connector (Ethernet RJ45): Yes
Gold Jacks: Yes
Center Chan/Matrix Surround Output: Yes ? 3 RCA Jacks
Wired IR Control Input: Yes ? 1
SPECIFICATIONS

Size: Without Base: 62.24? (W) x 46.65? (H) x 6.85? (D)
With Base: 62.24? (W) x 47.91? (H) x 12.80? (D)
Weight: Without Base: 135.2 lbs
With Base: 189.5 lbs

http://www.woot.com

 

[mscdex0]

So what? Just be glad they're only charging their omnipresent $5 shipping and handling fee

 

[EKKC]

this is pretty hot. no cash. no space. no new tv for me.

 

[Apex]

Very nice!

 

[entropy1982]

Hey guys,

I am trying to access the website but for some reason i am getting an error anyone know what's happening?

 

[intogamer]

Originally posted by: entropy1982
Hey guys,

I am trying to access the website but for some reason i am getting an error anyone know what's happening?

server oberload

 

[entropy1982]

Guys i looked up some pictures of the 61md10 and they dont match the picture shown on woot. Any info about this?

 

[Zendeath]

Originally posted by: entropy1982
Guys i looked up some pictures of the 61md10 and they dont match the picture shown on woot. Any info about this?

Yeah, I was looking at the pcmag review and it does appear different.

PC Magazine 61MD10 review.

The biggest "con" seems to be a relatively poor contrast ratio - and the fact that it is a 720p HDTV.

 

[k1114]

Hey i'd take 720p over 1080i any day, although I can't comment on how hot or cold this is

 

[brystmar]

this is a SCORCHINGLY hot deal on a great TV!!

Originally posted by: Zendeath

The biggest "con" seems to be a relatively poor contrast ratio - and the fact that it is a 720p HDTV.

neither is a "con" at all. read this article about 720p vs 1080i before making such statements.

 

[entropy1982]

UGH i am having such a hard time guys please help me.... i will definitely get a tv within the next couple of days and then this pops up.... i hear that the contrast ratio is worse than some tvs.... if size is not really too much of an issue .... do you think it's better than most tvs with this technology out there (not putting size into the equation) that are aroudn 3 grand?

 

[Braxus]

*looks at wallet*
*looks at TV*
*looks at wallet*
*cries*

If only I had the cash...

 

[entropy1982]

braxus, you think it's worthit? the thing i'm afraid of ... what if it's dead on arrival what do you do then? call infocus? and will they fix it for free?

 

[Pocatello]

There have been some nice deal lately on DLP TV, too bad they're all over my budget.

 

[arcas]

I didn't see any mention of whether or not the one HDMI input supports HDCP. In fact, having only one HDMI input looks to be a pretty big negative in light of the push by media companies for HD content to be HDCP-protected. The component inputs will, of course, work but will probably be downsampled to 480 lines.

 

[yhelothar]

How is the rebate going to work on this? The rebate specifically says in big capitalized letters that only authorized retailers are eligible. I'm pretty sure that woot.com isn't an authorized retailer for infocus dlp tvs.

 

[Zendeath]

Originally posted by: brystmar
this is a SCORCHINGLY hot deal on a great TV!!

Originally posted by: Zendeath

The biggest "con" seems to be a relatively poor contrast ratio - and the fact that it is a 720p HDTV.

neither is a "con" at all. read this article about 720p vs 1080i before making such statements.

Well, to me HD broadcasts look better in 1080i than 720p.

And how is a poor contrast ratio not a con?

 

[Aharami]

but the thing is...for $2499, this is a pretty damn good deal!!

 

[UNCjigga]

Originally posted by: Aharami
but the thing is...for $2499, this is a pretty damn good deal!!

No doubt...a good deal based on screen size alone!

 

[whatsyourdeal]

Originally posted by: virtualgames0
How is the rebate going to work on this? The rebate specifically says in big capitalized letters that only authorized retailers are eligible. I'm pretty sure that woot.com isn't an authorized retailer for infocus dlp tvs.

Woot is an authorized retailer for infocus.

 

[Jaxidian]

Originally posted by: virtualgames0
How is the rebate going to work on this? The rebate specifically says in big capitalized letters that only authorized retailers are eligible. I'm pretty sure that woot.com isn't an authorized retailer for infocus dlp tvs.

Surprisingly, Woot really is an authorized retailer for many of their products, especially the higher-priced products.

 

[solleyman]

So, has anyone figured out why the review picture is different from the WOOT picture?

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

Grrrrr - I need a new DLP set, and this is well within my price range, but I haven't moved into my new house yet, and I'm not going to take delivery of a ginormous TV, then leave it sitting in an empty house for a month or two. This seems like a killer deal, but it may actually be TOO big for my comfort anyway . . .

EDIT: Sweet merciful crap! Apparently the Infocus floor stand for this behemoth costs $1,018!

 

[JImmyK]

Originally posted by: DonVito
Grrrrr - I need a new DLP set, and this is well within my price range, but I haven't moved into my new house yet, and I'm not going to take delivery of a ginormous TV, then leave it sitting in an empty house for a month or two. This seems like a killer deal, but it may actually be TOO big for my comfort anyway . . .

EDIT: Sweet merciful crap! Apparently the Infocus floor stand for this behemoth costs $1,018!

Well I just bought it, and get this its only 135 pounds haha its lighter then 50 inch plasma! SO moving it around shouldnt be too bad as long as you have 2 people.

 

[entropy1982]

Guys,

I want to pounce on this but the only thing that concerns me is the 500 dollar lamps that you have to replace every 4000 hours... that would be one every 2 years or so for me.
Any opinions on this?