Xbox 360 HDTV

[jakeonamac]

Hi,
i was just wondering if anyone could help me. i want to get an xbox 360 but aren't sure what tv to go for. i know that i preferably need a HD TV but is there any other specifications needed ? please help !

[silverdaler]

you dont need a hd tv yuo can switch the xbox to hd but you dont have too

[jakeonamac]

thank silverdaler ! but what input do i need on the tv ? for example does the xbox360 need a scart socket etc ?

[Mattk]

360 runs from scart,vga or component connections.
any hdtv should contain any or or all of these.

[The Mack]

i dont have a xbox however i have a feeling you will need HDMI or as the PS2 needs a composite but i think the lead for video is not yellow its green? indicating hd. The xbox ha s a maxiumum res of 720p or 1080i i understand 720p to be better do to a lack of interlace (missing lines) you might want to get a 1080p set ready for the onslaught of HD films

[Andy_G]

Hi,

I've got an Xbox 360 & use a Sony Bravia. Most games run at 720p, with some at 1024i. To be honest there isn't really much difference between the two.

I suppose any HDTV would do as long as it's got 1024i & 720p support. The HD connector is 5 coloured round connectors with a similar look to audio input into an audio stereo.

You should buy a TV with a HDMI connector as well (for future proofing) even though the Xbox doesn't use this.

The Sony Bravia is the best HD LCD available but at a high cost of around a �1,000 (32in). Having one myself I know that they have all the relevant connectors.

One note of warning - If you want to mount on the wall you can only use a Sony bracket that cost around �200.00.

[The Mack]

further to Andy_g's comments you would want to make sure you dont get a cheapo one as to avoid motion blur