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Am I correct in assuming that manufacturers have largely given up on component audio outputs? I'm finding it very hard to get details, even on Amazon. If the new consensus is optical, that's fine, I'd just like to know.
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Acrophyte posted:Am I correct in assuming that manufacturers have largely given up on component audio outputs? I'm finding it very hard to get details, even on Amazon. If the new consensus is optical, that's fine, I'd just like to know. Pretty much. My new tv has optical out and a 3.5mm headphone jack and that's it in the way of audio outputs. Even component inputs are going the way of the ghost, my 2014 and 2012 LG TV have a singular shared composite/component input. With things like ARC you can route your sound back to a receiver from FTA channels or if you are using a soundbar, they pretty much have all optical inputs. RCA is a dying connection.
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Acrophyte posted:Am I correct in assuming that manufacturers have largely given up on component audio outputs? I'm finding it very hard to get details, even on Amazon. If the new consensus is optical, that's fine, I'd just like to know. Yeah, the loss of analog audio outputs really pisses me off. How much money can dropping those outputs possibly save? (It's probably more about saving space/weight etc.) but still) I have an old but solid 2-channel stereo amp that I use for all my video and music needs, and I'm in no hurry to buy a new receiver just for digital support.
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Acrophyte posted:Am I correct in assuming that manufacturers have largely given up on component audio outputs? I'm finding it very hard to get details, even on Amazon. If the new consensus is optical, that's fine, I'd just like to know. You mean coax spdif?
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I think he means 2 channel analog RCA. You can get an optical to Analog RCA converter for less than $25. So, you can preserve your two channel amp if you want. http://www.monoprice.com/Product?c_id=104&cp_id=10423&cs_id=1042302&p_id=6884&seq=1&format=2 Only caveat is you might run into issues if your TV tries to do DD 5.1 instead of just 2 channel PCM. That may be adjustable in the TV's settings though. bull3964 fucked around with this message at 18:08 on Jan 9, 2015 |
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Jan 9, 2015 18:06
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vyst posted:So I have a weird issue I wonder if anyone's heard of. I have a Samsung 40in LED - http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-UN40H5203-40-Inch-1080p-Smart/dp/B00K4UIOA4 for context. On any input, including the menu's for the sources and the apps I have this issue where it looks like the screen is split into two different brightness/contrast levels right down the middle top to bottom. As if it were a demo display of two different levels of brightness/contrast (even though I checked and it's not in demo mode). I put in a support request with Samsung but I'd figure I'd ask and see if anyone had heard of anything like this. Just an update it was a bad LCD controller - they replaced the entire screen for me gratis. So yay no more weird split screen brightness issues.
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bull3964 posted:I think he means 2 channel analog RCA.  quote:Only caveat is you might run into issues if your TV tries to do DD 5.1 instead of just 2 channel PCM. That may be adjustable in the TV's settings though. My current setup is RCA analog to a Yamaha stereo (2.0) that I got for free ages ago. (The stereo itself has RCA inputs.) I know I'll eventually get an HDMI receiver but I try not to punish my wallet too much in one sitting. I have a 3.5mm jack to RCA cable already, but I get the feeling that output is also dying. At least I don't see it in many spec sheets.
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Acrophyte posted:My current setup is RCA analog to a Yamaha stereo (2.0) that I got for free ages ago. (The stereo itself has RCA inputs.) I know I'll eventually get an HDMI receiver but I try not to punish my wallet too much in one sitting. I think they'll keep 3.5mm jacks around for headphone use (that's what it's for), at least until TVs get advanced enough to drive USB headphones.
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Thinking about getting a 42"~ 4k tv, and something to run a Plex client on it. Any recommendations for such a setup? I realize that Plex won't actually play things at 4k right now, but I'd like bluray stuff to look decent.
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So I've narrowed my choices to 70" Sharp LE6600U, Vizio E, or M from Costco. Some viewers will be closer to the screen and to and angle, since I have a sectional. Is the M series worth it for what seems like a slightly more reliable panel than the E? Or is the Sharp better than both? If somehow a 70" P series goes on sale for <$1500 for the Super Bowl I'll totally get that instead.
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Jan 10, 2015 22:34
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The m series gives you a true 120hz panel for 5:5 pulldown while the E series is a 60hz panel and will have to use 3:2 pulldown.
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soy posted:Thinking about getting a 42"~ 4k tv, and something to run a Plex client on it. Any recommendations for such a setup? I realize that Plex won't actually play things at 4k right now, but I'd like bluray stuff to look decent. Try the Plex thread for Plex advice.
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Anyone know how the Sony KDL32W700B compares to the W800B? The 800 looks good but it's way out of my price range.
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Jan 12, 2015 00:26
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Bizarro Kanyon posted:I just bought a Vizio 48 in tv and purchased a Vizio sound stand (originally $148 but I got it at Walmart for $98). It is awesome (improves the tv sound wonderfully). I am not willing to say it is the best but it offers everything I could want and even has bluetooth.
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Hippie Hedgehog posted:Welp, replaced all the major caps on the power board (including the bulging one), but no dice. Still same dim picture. At least it was the cheapest thing I could try. Got a replacement inverter board for £22, which isn't bad considering, but it made no difference. And actually the same little transformer measures as infinity Ohms as on my old one so I guess that's by design. So, not the power caps, not the inverters. Remains to try main board and t-con board. Or maybe the panel is just broken. 
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Thinking it's time to move towards getting a decent TV, finally. Desired Size: 45-55" To be used mainly for: Vidya games. Probably netflix and chromecast and Steam in-home streaming if they ever figure that out, too. Smart TV functionality: None desired. Intending to use a Chromecast or some other sort of widget for any of that type of use. 3D functionality: None desired. Lighting environment: Flexible. Audio environment: No existing sound equipment. Not intending to set up for surround sound. Budget: $1200 including soundbar if the TV has poo poo audio. Other considerations: Composite connections a plus. Plenty of HDMI ports (more than 2) also a plus. If $1200 isn't enough to afford a setup worth looking at I can delay the purchase and put more money aside, but I'm not intending to drop thousands on an OLED. Mostly eyeing the midgrade range and know fuckall about the current market.
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Jan 14, 2015 20:35
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Pittsburgh Lambic posted:Thinking it's time to move towards getting a decent TV, finally. Vizio M + Vizio sound bar.
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ColHannibal posted:Vizio M + Vizio sound bar. I have a Vizio M series 49 inch tv with the 42 inch 5.1 sound bar and couldn't be happier with it. Use it for movies, netflix and vidya games. 4 HDMI ports available.
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Don Lapre posted:The m series gives you a true 120hz panel for 5:5 pulldown while the E series is a 60hz panel and will have to use 3:2 pulldown. A 65" M and 70" E are about the same price at Costco. It 120hz worth giving up 5"? Edit: Also I'll need a new Blu-Ray player. I don't care about smart features, TV and other devices have that covered. Should I just be getting the cheapest Sony or Samsung I can find? I've got a 2008 Panasonic upstairs that takes over a minute to load a disk, so that's all I want to avoid. WeaselWeaz fucked around with this message at 23:36 on Jan 14, 2015 |
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Jan 14, 2015 23:29
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What's "micro dimming" on a LED-lit LCD? Is it just some ploy to make it sound like the TV has local dimming?
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Hippie Hedgehog posted:What's "micro dimming" on a LED-lit LCD? Is it just some ploy to make it sound like the TV has local dimming? The TV does have local dimming. Micro dimming is some further manipulation that Samsung does with the LCD cells to enhance the effect.
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Hey guys, I am having a little trouble with a new plasma set (Panasonic 60pb6650). The screen seems pretty dark in normal operation. The funny thing is, when I open the Settings menu, the TV brightens considerably. The minute I exit settings, it dims again. If I could just retain that level of brightness, that would be perfect. It's pretty frustrating. I've tweaked the typical brightness settings to the max and disabled eco mode so it probably isn't anything too obvious... Does anyone know what might be causing something like this? EDIT: Ok this is actually getting kind of weird. It seems like the more white is on the screen, the more it dims the screen. So for instance, if I open Google in a browser window and drag it mostly off the screen, what's left is very white. Then as I move it inwards so that more of the screen is covered by the white browser window, it gets darker?? Taima fucked around with this message at 06:28 on Jan 15, 2015 |
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Jan 15, 2015 06:13
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Taima posted:
This is called ABL and its normal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHndICrpxqs
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Taima posted:Hey guys, I am having a little trouble with a new plasma set (Panasonic 60pb6650). That's not a Panasonic but a LG.
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I feel like a badass today, I posted a few weeks in here ago about a Samsung screen of mine that died and maybe looking into getting a new screen. Well between then and now I ordered a set of replacement capacitors and took apart the Samsung, swapping out the blown components. TV now working great, I am the ruler of all I survey. Hopefully I can get a couple more years out of it, give 4k some more time to come down in price.
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NihilismNow posted:That's not a Panasonic but a LG. Don Lapre posted:This is called ABL and its normal Hmm ok thank you. It looks like i may be able to disable or lessen it via the service menu, is that a safe idea or will it cause my plasma to blow up?
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Taima posted:Hmm ok thank you. It looks like i may be able to disable or lessen it via the service menu, is that a safe idea or will it cause my plasma to blow up? Only if someone else has done it and not broken things, and you do not touch anything else. and write down the original values.
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I'm looking for a 50-55" 1080p LED and i'd like to keep it no higher than $800. I saw this Samsung 50" at Best Buy ($747.99) And the love I've been reading on here for Vizio has me looking at this M Series 49" ($540) Is the only reason for the difference in price the Samsung brand and the extra 1"? I thought they were both "true" 120hz but Don's comment earlier has me second-guessing myself. If they are the same or nearly so then color me shocked because that is quite a deal on the Vizio (and it even has RCA audio outputs!)
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They have different types of panels. The Samsung is edge lit, and the Vizio is full-array IPS. Saying that makes it sound like the Vizio is better but that's not necessarily the case. Here are some reviews: http://www.rtings.com/reviews/tv/lcd-led/vizio/m-series http://www.rtings.com/reviews/tv/lcd-led/samsung/h6350 Note also you should look in the comments about the Samsung "panel lottery." If you get an "A" panel code that's the cheap chinese panel, if you get the "W" one that's a Samsung panel. Elysium fucked around with this message at 22:23 on Jan 16, 2015 |
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Elysium posted:Samsung "panel lottery." I did notice that, is there any remediation if I "lose" the lottery? I plan on buying through Amazon but I've never had to return something. Edit: vvvv I've only known Haier to make window a/c units vvvv Acrophyte fucked around with this message at 01:14 on Jan 17, 2015 |
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So I'm looking at picking up a TV this weekend. I have a limited budget and am looking to get the biggest size I can afford. I don't really know anything about TVs and this would be my first LED. I definitely want a 55 or bigger if possible. I found these two TVs so far. This one caught my eye for the size and price but I can't really find many reviews about it anywhere http://www.pcrichard.com/Haier/Haier-58inch-Class-LED-HDTV/LE58F3281.pcrp The other is this Vizio E Series from Best Buy. I've heard very good things about Vizio in general, but the different Series' I know nothing about http://www.bestbuy.com/site/vizio-e-series-55-class-54-5-8-diag--led-1080p-smart-hdtv-black/3320006.p?id=1219090455813&skuId=3320006 Ideally I'd like the bigger one but I'm also looking for quality. If anyone has any experience with Haier I'd love to hear it!
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Alright this is probably a dumb question but what the hell. I need a new remote for my Bravia TV, the power button is all messed up. I don't really need a Harmony remote, since all we use the TV for is Netflix via PC and sometimes some Wii. Is there a go-to "simple" replacement remote? Edit: Sorry forgot one important detail. I have a Polk soundbar, so the remote needs to be able to be paired with that. It was pretty simple for the soundbar to learn the inputs of my Bravia remote so I assume it shouldn't be a big deal? triplexpac fucked around with this message at 19:21 on Jan 19, 2015 |
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Jan 19, 2015 18:56
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Harmony 200/300 are good remotes and run $20-$30
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Ended up ordering the Sony W800B 50" as it has seriously low input lag, good for whenever the next Battlefield comes out. It's actually a 3D model (which I'm agnostic on), but the comparable Samsung was about $100 more (with no 3D  ). Also that "Samsung panel lottery" had me leery of getting hosed. Limited viewing range but I don't have tons of people over to watch TV regularly anyway.
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Acrophyte posted:Ended up ordering the Sony W800B 50" as it has seriously low input lag, good for whenever the next Battlefield comes out. It's actually a 3D model (which I'm agnostic on), but the comparable Samsung was about $100 more (with no 3D The viewing angle isn't all that bad they make it out to be. Mine is next to my desk and angled to minimize the issue. Colors still look fine. Otherwise a great TV.
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Pittsburgh Lambic posted:Thinking it's time to move towards getting a decent TV, finally. Are you me? I'm pretty sure you are me. You folks suggested the Vizio Ms for this guy and they do seem excellent, but are there any alternatives for people abroad? Can't get a Vizio in the EU I think.
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Hippie Hedgehog posted:What's "micro dimming" on a LED-lit LCD? Is it just some ploy to make it sound like the TV has local dimming? Micro Dimming is a software feature from Samsung that alters the contrast settings (but NOT the LED backlighting) on specific zones of the tv based on the coloring/content that is present there to make it look like it is enhancing the blacks of the screen. They often couple this with global LED dimming to make the entire screen's illumination darker when it detects that the picture is either completely black or very dark. It's not a very good replacement for true local dimming, plasma or OLED, as it's just software mucking with contrast ratios of the image going to your screen. Some people may like it though.
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Why are the Vizio M's the same price for 49" and 50"? Googling tells me that the 49 is an IPS while the 50 is a VA. I don't know what that means, but I'm guessing the 49 is "better" if it costs the same as a larger display?
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GoGoGadgetChris posted:Why are the Vizio M's the same price for 49" and 50"? Googling tells me that the 49 is an IPS while the 50 is a VA. I don't know what that means, but I'm guessing the 49 is "better" if it costs the same as a larger display? Bright room and you need amazing viewing angles, get the IPS. Want the best contrast at the expense of viewing angles, get the VA.
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Don Lapre posted:Bright room and you need amazing viewing angles, get the IPS. Want the best contrast at the expense of viewing angles, get the VA. Easy enough, thanks! Mount related question - My old TV is 200x200 VESA pattern (42") and the new one is also 200x200 but at 49". The mount on my wall is some no-name piece of garbage, but I SHOULD be able to just remove the bracket from the old and put on the new, since they're both the same VESA pattern, right?
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