I’ve watched it. Here’s the breakdown of my thoughts of the quality.
1.) The video is almost like DVD-quality. However, most of the other shows airing in Arts Central are almost DVD-like, so it shouldn’t be a problem. Audio is okay.
2.) Subtitles are normal, just like what you get in a DVD boxset. I don’t think they will take the time to watch the fansub verison of ZnT and copied it completely right? (Considering it airs 4 days after the Japan airdate)
3.) Grammar and vocabulary is good. They got it right most of the time. No spelling mistakes either.
4.) They cut off the next episode preview part. I don’t know if this is Arts Central’s idea or ODEX’s, but that certainly didn’t bother me.
5.) There’s a part where Louise fondles with Tiffania’s breasts. The same black fog and blurred out picture remains. I guess that’s the reason why ZnT can be aired in national TV. This is also another conspriacy to buy R2 DVDs. Grr…
Overall, it’s almost like watching DVD. Apart from no translations of OP/ED, commercial breaks, it still derserves a good thumbs up from me. If you’re a fan of ZnT in Singapore, and don’t have a grudge with ODEX, try it.
At least you don’t need to download or stream it anymore…:)
“If” is definately a big word. Even with Odex’s previous “extortion” exercise, they still remain unknown to most.
But beware, there’s no stopping Odex from pulling out the same trick. And they have Mediacorp to back them up now.