I have the exact same issue cited above - "mosquito noise" and macroblocking (I think). Perhaps I can add some data.
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I used to have cable service to my approx 13 yr old 32" Sony TV (obviously standard def). All was well with cable except for pricing and customer service. The picture...
I have a problem like the two posted earlier in the thread but didn't see a definitive resolution. I might have more information to add to the knowledge base.
I have an approx 13 yr old 32" Sony Trinitron (obviously SD).
(1) I recently got Dish and my PQ is much worse than it was with cable...