Recent content by Whiskey

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    811 - Curious of Picture

    Well, I have a 6000 but the answer is the same, it depends on the program material. If the HD channel you are watching is broadcasting material that has a 1.85:1 aspect ratio(16:9), then yes it's full screen. If they are broadcasting a movie in it origional aspect ratio (usually 2.35:1) then...
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    Now that HBO-HD & Max-HD are added & Lease Plan option in place, would you join VOOM?

    I'm sure I could find it somewhere....but what are the standard HD channels offered on VOOM? I can figure out what the PlusPaks have to offer, but I want to know what the standard HD channels are. I'm currently a E* HD subscriber, and am thinking about running both satellite networks for the...
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    No HBO HD

    The HBOHD channel looks much like Hogan's Heros does on HDNET. Movies are a bit soft looking in comparison to native HD content, but still quite kick-a**
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    Have you canceled your $9.99 HD Package?

    Actually, a better question is, "have you cancelled your SD programming?" I hate watching fuzzy TV.
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    HD Package not worth it!

    I think the package is worth the money, with the exception of ESPN, 720P isn't as nice as 1080i, and they seldom broadcast anything but upconverted stretched junk. CBS HD is pretty nice, but much of what they broadcast is 480i, not all that much content is HD yet. Yeah, Dish needs to offer...