Should I buy Roku XD or HD? My TV is 720p. My TV (2 years old) is 720p. Is there an advantage in buying the Roku XD over the Roku HD? Will the XD work with a 720p TV?
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The new HD only has 2 output options, as I look at the pictures. The HDMI, which gives you digital audio and video in 720p and a 3 wire RCA audio video analog output which will not give you high def video. If you research the Roku and Apple TV there are many issues with HDMI compatability with TV's and my Roku HDMI output just stopped working suddenly, luckily the older version of the HD has a composite video out and a fiber optic audio out which will still allow me a pretty good 720p video with digital audio. If I were buying today I would get the XDS since it has more output options in case the HDMI doesn't work or simply poops out as mine did. The new HD only has 2 output options, as I look at the pictures. The HDMI, which gives you digital audio and video in 720p and a 3 wire RCA audio video analog output which will not give you high def video. If you research the Roku and Apple TV there are many issues with HDMI compatability with TV's and my Roku HDMI output just stopped working suddenly, luckily the older version of the HD has a composite video out and a fiber optic audio out which will still allow me a pretty good 720p video with digital audio. If I were buying today I would get the XDS since it has more output options in... » Read More The new HD only has 2 output options, as I look at the pictures. The HDMI, which gives you digital audio and video in 720p and a 3 wire RCA audio video analog output which will not give you high def video. If you research the Roku and Apple TV there are many issues with HDMI compatability with TV's and my Roku HDMI output just stopped working suddenly, luckily the older version of the HD has a composite video out and a fiber optic audio out which will still allow me a pretty good 720p video with digital audio. If I were buying today I would get the XDS since it has more output options in case the HDMI doesn't work or simply poops out as mine did. « Show Less
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We have a older (tube-type) TV and the wireless router is on another floor.The HD works great and gets a max strength signal.
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when buying something like this you need to take into your current needs and think what you might want to do (or in the case upgrade to) in the futurethey both will work as long as you have a HDMI cable and an available cable (you could also play through the RCA [red yellow and white] cablesif your planning on upgrading to a 1080i or 1080p tv then get the XD or if you have a dual band router get the XD|S but I recommend using ethernet its more reliable and less prone to interference
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Their HD model streams at a max of 720p, while their more expensive models go up to 1080*. That asterix denotes that the detail is pursuant to what carriers offer. Example; Netflix only streams in 720p.Give a look at what the options are. If you want other components like a usb pnp, than upgrade, however the base model will support your tv. No need to get one that supports 1080 when you have 720p. Save your money and buy me a beer for good advice.
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The differences are on the Roku site. The XD has exended range wireless, that's what I would go with. http://shop.roku.com/Roku-Streaming-Player-Options-W5.aspx
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I've heard this models great with HD. But I'm not planning on updating the box or getting a newer generation gaming system quite yet.I currently have no TV. My goal is to find the most cost efficient TV I'll be happy with for years. In other words, one that handles SD well for now, but handles HD good enough that when I switch to it I won't feel like I should buy a newer model.
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This unit only comes with a composite cable, capable of 480i output. However, it has an HDMI port, and the Roku LT will output a 720p signal to any TV that can support it. You'll have to buy the HDMI cable separately for a few bucks, or use one you already happen to have lying around.
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Thanks for the reply. I received your answer after ordering the Roku unit from Amazon, so installed it anyway. Surprise, it works just fine!
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To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes actually feel better watching HD chanels than SD channels because of how crisp the picture is. To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes... » Read More To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes actually feel better watching HD chanels than SD channels because of how crisp the picture is. « Show Less
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I have three Roku XDs - one fr each TV I own - we love them they give us great streaming of Netflix, Amazon Prime and others - easy to setup and operate
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How big of a difference is the picture with the glitch when watching a BD? I am strongly leaning towards buying this TV. If this is only a minor flaw I am going to buy it, I just don't see paying $700 more dollars for the 860 just for this glitch. Is watching BD without cinema smooth that much of a difference? Thank you.
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I am thisclose to cancelling my cable TV for Roku. I'm going to order the XD and try it out. I do have streaming Netflix. I'm sick of paying $60 a month for 80 channels and only watching maybe 6 of them. Cable TV is such a ripoff. And the 3 major Networks are PURE GARBAGE and have been for years now.
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Antenna is an Antenna. Some work better than others and that is the only difference. There is no such thing as a HD antenna. I suggest you upgrade your TV, instead of buying a digital converter. Come out of the stone age.
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My Roku 2 HD will not accept software update...have tried about 20 times. I can no longer access my Amazon Instant Video. Strange that my older Roku XD has updated and runs the new software for Amazon just fine!
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This works exactly like a roku box only it streams 720p. What ever u can watch on a roku box u can watch on this roku stick. U just better make sure ur hdmi input is MHL compatable otherwise this roku stick won't work.
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One of the posters talks about the picture quality while using non-HDTV. I think he said he has it in a trailer, so no HDTV. Also, this unit doesn't have an S-Video connection, which is what is needed to get the best quality standard def. picture (at least that's my understanding). Which tells me that this unit is really not intended mainly for standard def viewing. Vizio, Sharp, and Philips make some units still with S-video connections. Maybe some others do, too, but so far I've found only those three brands. And if I had to guess, I would guess that eventually they'll all stop putting in S-Video connections, as more and more people start subscribing to HDTV.
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Although I don't have a specific answer to this issue, I know that my TV will automatically select 720p over 1080i when I am using a Blu-Ray player or Xbox gaming system. 720p is actually a higher resolution image, because the picture is progressively scanned. Because my TV is only capable of a 1080i (interlaced) image, I cannot enjoy the full benefits of 1080p. The next best choice is then 720p, which is exactly what my system chooses to display by default.
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yes...the next one down can use a HDMI cable at 720...about 95% of what's on Roku is 720 or much less.
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OK so I am thinking about buying this TV. I am most interested in picture quality and price, but of course there is more to buying a tv. So can anyone here tell me if they have buyers remorse, and if so, what do you wish you had done instead??
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Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in case I'm missing something. Thanks! Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in... » Read More Sean (re: your 9/2/10 post)....I don't see such an update promised at the (Roku) linked page you provided. The only free update "**coming later this year (in November, 2010)" that it mentions is relating to USB compatibility. AND...they don't mention anything about the older HD-XR, but only about the new "XD" models! I presently own 2 of the (previous generation model) HD-XR units and would be glad to see such a (1080p) update, which would allow me to keep my existing units. But if not, then I'm considering the new model. Please re-check and clarify what you wrote, in case I'm missing something. Thanks! « Show Less
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The Roku LT is a good device. But it only streams up to 720p. So yes it would work on your TV, but you wouldn't get the quality of 1080p. So you wouldn't get the most out of your TV experience.