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I want to use an OTA HD antenna...
You can go here TV Fool to see what channels are available in your area . It will give you height and the direction calculations in which your antenna needs to be pointed.I would try Radio Shack for an HD antenna. The basic one is no more than $... 
How to use my old B&W's with my new big screen??
KISS equals "Keep it Simple, Stupid" which IMO doesn't apply when you're setting up a HT system. 
HD Music downloads vs CD purchases.
Looks as though you've answered you're own question. 
How to use my old B&W's with my new big screen??
I agree Stanwal about the KISS approach with audiophile audio, unfortunately that particular KISS approach doesn't allow digital sound reproduction. You're missing a good portion of sound running analog two channel from a TV capable of so much mor... 
720 p/1080 p combatibility.....
Nope... Unless somethings changed recently 1080i is as good as it gets on Satellite. The Sony will most likely accept 1080P ..it will just down convert it to 720P. So basically you'll get a good picture..it want be the full resolution however. You... 
How to use my old B&W's with my new big screen??
First congrats on the new toy!! What you could do ..depending just how hard you feel you need the push the B&Ws? Is pick yourself up a receiver capable of the newest codecs. Denon,Marantz,Yamaha or Onkyo will do the trick.Any of them connected... 
HT TV/Monitor for Mac Mini based digital Audio Sys
You should be fine, my only concern is the fact your TV is a Plasma. IME..using a plasma as a monitor isn't a good idea. It should look just fine though. The newer Mac Mini's video card is capable of 1080P. Once you get accustom to a large PC moni... 
Dimly lit room: Plasma, LCD, or DLP
Why in the world would I want to lead someone to believe a plasma is bad? I own and use them both. I never said I didn't like my plasma. I like using them both! I will not argue anymore about this. I know what using a plasma as a monitor will do..... 
USB DAC or USB to SPDIF conv. + non USB DAC?
If your PC is a desktop, you can always buy a sound card with SPDIF output. This along with the proper OS will allow you to have more options. 
Dimly lit room: Plasma, LCD, or DLP
Lol..apology accepted Vic. You're lucky if you haven't noticed the image retention as yet. You're a brave man to play video games on a plasma! I don't know how long you've used it that way. If I were you I would use the LCD for those tasks. It wil... 
Dimly lit room: Plasma, LCD, or DLP
Plasma burn-in is not a factor? You can get image retention from just leaving it on a channel that has a fixed image, such as a logo.Yes the software may help to reduce burn in, but it does not cure it. I've already found this out the hard way. Tr... 
Dimly lit room: Plasma, LCD, or DLP
As stated above all 3 work great in a dim environment. 120hz is only a factor if you watch a lot of live sports..other than that the difference will not be noticeable if you buy a Tier 1 LCD (Sony,Sharp,Mits,Samsung). The video processors are good... 
window vista, airport express compatible?
I found this statement on AirPort, Time Capsule: Joining an encrypted wireless network .And another that refers to it by a similar questionWhat does it take to connect Vista to the Airport Extreme? 
Mitsubishi DLP problem
Count your lucky stars on that one then!lolI've seen Mitsubishi give customers credit towards another TV. Their customer service is pretty darn good most of the time.I've also seen a few people that got new light engines and were back in less than... 
Mitsubishi DLP problem
Yeah Jim...The Mits DLPs have a history of this for some reason. A local Gold's GYM bought 27 of them roughly 3 years ago. They were trying to save money so opted out of buying Sony LCD flat panels instead. Well in the last 6 months 13 of them hav...