TVs

panasonic, do new models still have problem ???

concened — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 08:41:11 GMT

After months of research I see.. nice pic almost from every posters comment .I would recomend to a friend . all reports said more bang for the buck..720 p looks great on this why get 1080 ..etc. yet dependabilty is more important to me !!!!! I was about to order a TH-50px80u ...NOW I see the issues w/ power supplies and such causing shut downs and codes on this site. is it really that wide spread? .have they RECTIFIED this problem on current models? No pun intended .. should I be concerned ??? I saw a TH-M50HD18 ( I don't want it because it's probably spec'ed cheaper for Wally World) at walmart and I liked the pic and It seemed to have many of the same features does any one know the differance between the two models????. Jeff can you or your staff and or any one answer these questions??????/ HELP and THANX in advance .........."Concerned"

Good TV? Samsung PN50B650?

AndoCamando — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:16:58 GMT

It seems like a really, really good deal at $1,139.99 with free shipping.

Anything else to look at picture quality wise?

Want to purchase a HDTV soon. Need some suggestions.

ccincorp. — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:11:54 GMT

I really am looking for a TV under $700 right now. Preferably something like a 32 inch. 1080p is also preferred. The TV would really only be used for blu-ray movies and gaming(360 and PS3). I also have digital cable so I'm not sure how they would work with the TV. Like, what cables would I need to play the two systems and watch TV with the cable? Would I need to purchase a different box to support the TV? I have cablevision. Any feedback would be great.

Mitsubishi WD-65C9 question

ag2217 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:46:06 GMT

We've purchased a WD-65C9 TV and after I chose the option to use the internal speakers in the TV, the other options for choosing external output(so I can integrate it into a home theater system are not available through the menu drop down for the audio choices. Could you please explain to me how to get this option and the other options for integrating this into my Sony DAV-HDX589W Home Theater System? Please reply ASAP!

Plasma TV and U-Verse

noblush — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:51:13 GMT

I recently signed up for ATT U-Verse. A problem I have that nobody seems to know a answer to is this: Every once in a while when I have the info scren up and I press the info button to clear, the DVR mute somes on, by MAGIC! The TV does not mute, just the DVR, and everything coming through the DVR is also muted .I have had my DVR replaced twice and my remote is the third remote. The remote control for AT&T mute only controls the TV mute, not the DVR mute. This only happens on the plasma tv, not on my other tvs. Anybody hace any ideas?

A repairman has been out to my home multiple times and, of course, since it is an intermittent problem, we cannot duplicate the problem.

The tech support, level 2, thinks maybe since this is a line of sight instead of an rf remote, the signal is being bounceed off the tv and causing the problem.

Anybody?

Help!!!

Panasonic Plasma TV's - power supply problem?

dpk — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:38:56 GMT

I was just about ready to pull the trigger on purchasing a 58in Panasonic Plasma TV, from Crutchfield of course, when I came across a number of disheartening consumer reviews on a well known consumer electronic website. From the less than stellar reviews on that site, it seems that Panasonic knows that they have a problem with their internal power supplies that cause the TV's to power down repeatedly ("power light blinks 7 times" etc.).

Can anyone shed light on the subject? Even those "victims" who have experienced this problem acknowledge that the Panasonic plasma picture is first rate, but is it worth the potential headaches?

Thanks!

Budget HDTV

kalexan3 — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:15:52 GMT

Looking for a basement HDTV (37-42inch) & a soundbar. Basement is mainly used as an excercise room, and a 2nd tv when my wife boots me to the basement.

Any recommendations?

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Samsung LNT4061-1080-P display setup

dds22 — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 05:03:12 GMT

HI Guys, I've had this for about a year now and have been ok with the picture. But it is time, after all, to start adjusting the colors for the 3 formats Is anyone out there that could put me in the right direction as to what to do. Like give me some setups to work with. That would be a great help. The three formats are Dynamic, Normal and movie. I'm kind of skiddish just taking this on my own.

Best Wishes, Don

Samsung 8000 vs Pioneer PRO-151FD

Step — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:25:42 GMT

I purchased a Pioneer PRO-151FD about 8 months ago and love it, my problem is I can no longer watch the rear projection set in the bedroom and want to upgrade.

I cannot find another Pioneer locally and do not want to make that type of purchase over the net with a vendor I am not familiar with. All of the local are pushing the Samsung 8000 series as the best picture available right now.

Any info would be greatly appreciated

Step

50" Panny Plasma Problem

gjGregg — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:35:37 GMT

Hello, I picked up a 50" Panasonic Plasma (th50px50u) a couple weeks back from a customer that was throwing it out. Now, it powers up fine and comes to the initial setup screen, I can make out the screen, it is just very heavily pixelated in four uniform boxes. I am an AV installer and have seen TV's when the plasma is shot, it looks somewhat like that, but my supervisor said its possible that it is the video board. The TV is not under warrantee anymore, so I would be replacing the part myself. If it is indeed the plasma, I will trash it, but what else could it be? I looked online for a panasonic video board, and it's not helping me at all. any suggestions?

Mitsubishi laservue

Dougzx — Thu, 21 May 2009 01:54:25 GMT

Are you going to bring back the Laservue TV in your Big screen lineup any time soon?');" title="Hmm - ">

The Samsung 8000 led tv

seenitty — Sat, 23 May 2009 09:50:32 GMT

I have been to many retail stores like best buy ect. and have yet to see the Samsung 8000 led tv. Are there any places you may know of that show and or sell this particular model? I'm from Philadelphia.

Add-on audio to Plasma TV

squib — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 01:53:50 GMT

I am going to buy a plasma tv from Crutchfield within the next few days. I would like to add a sound bar or other external audio to the tv, but I don't want to have to fumble with additional remotes and I don't want to have to power-up the audio separately every time I turn on the TV. Is there any model out there that will allow me to simply attach external speakers and control them like they are part of the TV audio system? Thanks in advance.

Samsung LNT4061f doesn't work! RECALL! RECALL!

cchiggins — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:34:55 GMT

TV went bad after 1.5 years. My set won't turn on it just clicks. I am in the process of getting it fixed now. Samsung nor best buy offers any help with repairs. TVs should last longer without need for repairs. My old styled tvs( 20plus years) are running now without any repair. So disgusted with Samsung! I thought I was getting a quality tv- might of well had bought a generic tv!

Is there a recall on this set? Is anyone else having this problem? Let's start the process of obtaining a recall. Anyone with any info plz respond! Thanks

TV FAQ

Jeff Kitchen — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 21:16:41 GMT

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Need help with DCR TVs

2PupsMom — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:25:31 GMT

I want to purchase a flat screen HD LCD TV (32") and mount it on a wall. I do not want a cable box, or any type of receiver sitting on the TV. I have not been able to find a digital cable ready LCD TV which will take a CableCard. Some Plasmas are available, but too expensive and large.

Do I have any other options. I am not married to cable. Would switch to direct TV, Verizon FIOS (if it were available in my area). I understand that TiVO is cable card ready, but I con't really understand it. I understand that new TVs can be plugged diretcly into the cable, bypassing the cable box. I do that with my bedroom TV, but I can not get all the cable channels.

Can anyone offer any suggestions?

Thank you!

2PupsMom

Has anyone heard of a recall of Samsung LNT 4061F?

LCDNewbie — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 06:07:07 GMT

I heard there was a recall and then I read that was a rumor so I was trying to see what anyone may have heard, of this model the Samsung 40-inch LNT-4061F. It looks pretty good 1080 pixel/40 inch screen for the price, but wondered if anyone has one or any feedback. Also this is very newbie question but if the TV is designed to work with BlueRay DVD players, can you use your older DVD playert? I seem to think that only BlueRay devices work with these (the point being to get you to upgrade your DVD player, etc)....

Any thoughts or tips on this TV or a better one for the same price at 40 inches would be great. I am really new to LCDs. Crutchfield's is out of this model so I may find it elsewhere w/out a service or installation package.

Samsung TV Wireless Connectivity

HarleyGuy — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 20:05:58 GMT

I am planning the purchase of the Samsung LN46B750 and would like to wirelessly connect the TV to the Internet, via one of the available USB ports. I already own a Linksys USB Wireless adaptor, WUSB600N, and would like to know if it will work with this TV, or must I purchase the Samsung adaptor, WIS09ABGN?

Samsung LN32B530/550 vs Sony KDL-32S5100

msujtv — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:12:58 GMT

I am looking for a TV for my inlaws. They are in there 80's and I am just looking for a basic LCD for them. They are coming off a 27" CRT that just died, so any HDTV will look great to them. The main key feature would be ease of use. They have a DVD player, but no other components (Blueray, etc). They currently subscribe to comcast, but don't have a cable box(and probably wouldn't upgrade to get HDTV), so will probably only watch nonHD channels. Which of the models above would you recommend. I am leaning towards either of the Samsung models, because the picture looks sharper to me. I am also leaning towards a 1080p model just for future compatibility (if they ever decide to get a blueray) since there isn't that much of a cost difference. Any suggestions/comments would be greatly appreciated.

LCD tv and cold weather

hulk123 — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:13:36 GMT

I want to place an LCD tv in an unheated room in our vacation home in the mountains. It regularly gets to -10 in winter and I have had lcd screens on indoor/outdoor thermometers sustain dammage. Can I be safe?

SAMMY PLASMA VS. LCD

SP3LL — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 18:46:28 GMT

in your're opinions which is a better purchase sammy fpt 5884 plasma or lnt 5281 lcd. with the new led tech. if you were buying which would it be and why? i understand the whole lighting and reflections issues between the 2 and the pro's and con's of both technologies i'm looking for a more in depth and features answer and which will provide the best blacks. my main concern is for movies. has the new led tech made a huge stride in comparison to sammy plasmas

Digital audio otput on Toshiba Regza.....xbox 360..

Dirknar — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 22:37:41 GMT

Hi ive got a Toshiba Regza 42HL167 and a Xbox 360 w/HDMI port.. I used the hdmi port from the xbox to the TV, and then Im going with a optical cable out from the tv to the optical input of this receiver

yamaha HTR 5730

the tv is outputing it as a PCM source, so im not getting the true 5.1 sound. Im only getting 2-channel sound.. It is something in the audio settings of the tv but Ive tried everything and it will only output it as PCM audio.

any suggestions???

the receiver goes into 5.1 mode with my dvd and my cable box, so I know its not my receiver.

24 Inch Studs and a 20Inch Wall Bracket

Kohkane — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 02:59:24 GMT

I need some major help.

I bought a Samsung LN46B650 - Its 46inches and weighs about 44lbs without the stand.

I want to mount it directly in front of me.. or as close as possible. The wall mount that I bought (http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=108&cp_id=10828&cs_id=1082806&p_id=3725&seq=1&format=2)

Is about 20inches Long at the back.. so it doesnt reach the second stud.. WHAT CAN I DO?

I'm really new at all this but I'll tackle anything with some help. I have all the tools needed.

Can I run a 2x4 across the studs and hang the tv's on the 2x4?

PLEASE help.

I'm renting this house so I dont want to make a disaster.

ln46b650 or ln46a860

spaceman — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:12:07 GMT

I am try to decide between the 2 models, ask suggestions or comments?

Auto sound leveling between tv programming and commercials

Dutch60 — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:54:07 GMT

Two years ago when I bought my Sony 46" LCD I was careful to select a TV with automatic volume control to minimize loud annoying commercials. However, I didn't think to check for that feature on the Sony Home Theater system I purchased to mate up with the TV. Nor did I think running the Cablevision signal through the digital cable box would impact that feature on the TV. I have loud commercials. So I watch TV with the remote in one hand like the rest of us probably do.

I'm in the market for an additional big screen and want to get that auto volume leveling feature if I can.

Some TVs list it as a feature on their sets. There are inline gadgets that also claim to address the issue of loud commercials. But I've read negative internet chats and posts about their effectiveness.

Can anyone recommend a solution? A TV with sound leveling that really works? An inline gadget? A Home Theater System? All of the above?

TV broadcasters and signal providers have worn out my patience with those loud commercials that seem to have gotten louder, and more frequent.

If I were in the TV manufacturing business I'd make loud commercials a thing of the past on my equipment, and probably be met with instant sales success, even if my name was Acme. And if I were Sony, Samsung, or one of the other biggies, I'd own the market until the others followed my lead.

Can anyone help me with an equipment suggestion?

thanks

Dutch60