the white drew carey Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Samsung. Since it's the only brand now that has a DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance), the next in-thing in the future. Series 6 and above has a built-in Media Play(er) which plays mkv/avi/mp4/mpg/h.264/h.263/divx/xvid/flv/rv and a USB2.0. And it's really cheap consider the picture quality and functions it has. Thanks for the info. I don't really care too much about built-in media capability, but considering France is SECAM, I do want a multi-tuner capability. I've seen Samsung LA-40A and LA-32A LCDs which are touted as multi-system units, but haven't found any credible reviews yet. Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I've seen Samsung LA-40A and LA-32A LCDs which are touted as multi-system units, but haven't found any credible reviews yet. Any thoughts? Is the model name just LA-40A? Shouldn't it be LA-40xxxxx, sometimes the model no. varies among different countries, so I'm not sure how your country name the model. Is that a new model btw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the white drew carey Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Is the model name just LA-40A? Shouldn't it be LA-40xxxxx, sometimes the model no. varies among different countries, so I'm not sure how your country name the model. Is that a new model btw? There has been stuff afterwards (the xxxx parts), but it usually indicates the resolution. I first heard of these Samsung models by googling 'multisystem lcd tv'. So as to whether they are new or not, you're guess is probably much better than mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Focker Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Samsung. Since it's the only brand now that has a DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance), the next in-thing in the future. Series 6 and above has a built-in Media Play(er) which plays mkv/avi/mp4/mpg/h.264/h.263/divx/xvid/flv/rv and a USB2.0. And it's really cheap consider the picture quality and functions it has. eh? i have a series8 and no mention in the manual of mkv capability. have you tried it? would be cool if it did work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 (edited) eh? i have a series8 and no mention in the manual of mkv capability. have you tried it? would be cool if it did work. My country has only released up to series 7 for LCD. Here's the full list of supported video and audio codecs taken from the manual: http://www.hdtvtest.co.uk/Samsung-LE40B650/Operation.htm (scroll till the middle) And sorry, I was mixed up with H.263(was H.264) and no .flv Edited May 8, 2009 by Repiv_Onex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 There has been stuff afterwards (the xxxx parts), but it usually indicates the resolution. I first heard of these Samsung models by googling 'multisystem lcd tv'. So as to whether they are new or not, you're guess is probably much better than mine. I'm not so sure of the SECAM or the multi-system thingy. Maybe someone can help u on that. LA40 or LA32 I believe the number represents the size 40" and 32", the "xxxx" is the real model name. Anyway, anyone has seen any reviews on LED Tv? 29.9mm is real thin for a 40" or a 46" Tv. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Focker Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 My country has only released up to series 7 for LCD. Here's the full list of supported video and audio codecs taken from the manual: http://www.hdtvtest.co.uk/Samsung-LE40B650/Operation.htm (scroll till the middle) And sorry, I was mixed up with H.263(was H.264) and no .flv crossed my fingers and tried an mkv file. no dice unfortunatetly. it seems my just already 5 months old series8 is now obsolete. there now appears to be updated versions of the series6 and 7 with new functionality not found in my jurassic tv oh well, time to build a new HTPC... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Majestic Posted May 8, 2009 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Recently I got a new Samsung LCD, but can't get the Comcast remote to recognize the new TV...thus requiring me to use the Comcast remote to change channels and the Samsung remote to adjust volume. Any suggestions for this? Will I be required to spend $90+ on a universal remote? Or should I see if I can update my Comcast set top box and remote (seeing as how my current one is a few years old anyway)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeszekely Posted May 8, 2009 Author Share Posted May 8, 2009 Recently I got a new Samsung LCD, but can't get the Comcast remote to recognize the new TV...thus requiring me to use the Comcast remote to change channels and the Samsung remote to adjust volume. Any suggestions for this? Will I be required to spend $90+ on a universal remote? Or should I see if I can update my Comcast set top box and remote (seeing as how my current one is a few years old anyway)? I don't think you'll need a $90 universal remote. I'm guessing that newer $20 remotes will work. That said, I spent $200 on mine. If you've got a lot of stuff in your home theater, Harmony remotes are highly recommended. I'm actually on my second. I had the Harmony for Xbox 360, and I sold it to upgrade to the Harmony One. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 I don't think you'll need a $90 universal remote. I'm guessing that newer $20 remotes will work. That said, I spent $200 on mine. If you've got a lot of stuff in your home theater, Harmony remotes are highly recommended. I'm actually on my second. I had the Harmony for Xbox 360, and I sold it to upgrade to the Harmony One. Harmony remotes are terrific. I need to get anbother one for my bedroom stuff, or maybe retire my 880 to there and pick up the One. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uxi Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Yeah, I <3 my Harmony 720. Last remote I'll ever need for some time. New 82" Mitsu DLP is sounding more and more entertaining to me. Even if it's wobulated single chip, it's still RPTV and I have desire for the 22" increased size over my SXRD (as much as I still love it). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeszekely Posted May 10, 2009 Author Share Posted May 10, 2009 Yeah, I <3 my Harmony 720. Last remote I'll ever need for some time. New 82" Mitsu DLP is sounding more and more entertaining to me. Even if it's wobulated single chip, it's still RPTV and I have desire for the 22" increased size over my SXRD (as much as I still love it). 82"? I don't want to even contemplate how much that's gonna run... I can't even get my wife on board with $2000 to replace the 52" 1080i Toshiba DLP with a 52" 1080p 120Htz Samsung LCD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uxi Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 82"? I don't want to even contemplate how much that's gonna run... I can't even get my wife on board with $2000 to replace the 52" 1080i Toshiba DLP with a 52" 1080p 120Htz Samsung LCD. About the same price my 60" did in 2005. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Yeah, I <3 my Harmony 720. Last remote I'll ever need for some time. New 82" Mitsu DLP is sounding more and more entertaining to me. Even if it's wobulated single chip, it's still RPTV and I have desire for the 22" increased size over my SXRD (as much as I still love it). At that size you might as well look into a front projection screen TV. Of course you're going to have to look into a few other factors, but looking into lumes and screen types beats figuring out how to move that hueg thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uxi Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Already have plans for a dedicated theater with front projector. I do want a "TV" for the living room and this monster will be it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley424 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 any thoughts or opinions on OLEDS? From what I gather they aren't worth the price at the moment, but just wanted to hear opinions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 OLEDs are out on the market? Which brand? Or are u talking about LED Tv? Anyway as of worth it or not, it's really depends on the individual. It's kinda new, so the price would be high. Just like about 3-4 years ago I bought a 42" 840x480 SD Plasma tv for USD2500, it was quite worth it at that time, but definitely not now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 LED lit LCD TVs look gorgeous. I was admiring one at fry's the other day. If I were buying a new TV and had the extra cash I would strongly consider getting one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Didn't they actually reduce the capability of most LED-backlit TVs this year? As in, no more local dimming? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Didn't they actually reduce the capability of most LED-backlit TVs this year? As in, no more local dimming? Depends on who you're talking about. The new Sammy's have Edge lit LED's. No more local dimming? Were there a lot before? Only a couple I can think of that were backlit local dimming TV's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiley424 Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 I think only Samsung has them out at the moment, though I'm not quite sure. Just happened to see some commercials for them on TV as of late. I'll be in the market for a TV about Fall/Winter so I've been doing some initial research. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uxi Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 OLED sounds like it will be a good technology... just way too small to be anything other than novelty at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladic Posted May 12, 2009 Share Posted May 12, 2009 OLED suffers from burn in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 OLED suffers from burn in so did LCD and plasma when they first came out. It takes time for tech to mature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 so did LCD and plasma when they first came out. It takes time for tech to mature. From what I know LCD never suffer from burn-in. Didn't know that OLED suffers from burn-in(haven't read much about them), since it suffer from burn-in, I believe the color saturation will also be deteriorate over many years just like plasma did. My 4year-old plasma already showing signs of color fading. (Although color fading may not be an issue as u can always re-calibrate the settings, but i still feel like bringing it up.) Anyway nowadays plasma have so much resistance against burn-in and color deterioration, i think "mature" OLED Tvs shouldn't have those issues to cause problems. Pardon my English. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 From what I know LCD never suffer from burn-in. Didn't know that OLED suffers from burn-in(haven't read much about them), since it suffer from burn-in, I believe the color saturation will also be deteriorate over many years just like plasma did. My 4year-old plasma already showing signs of color fading. (Although color fading may not be an issue as u can always re-calibrate the settings, but i still feel like bringing it up.) Anyway nowadays plasma have so much resistance against burn-in and color deterioration, i think "mature" OLED Tvs shouldn't have those issues to cause problems. Pardon my English. sorry... "image persistence" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 sorry... "image persistence" Ermm is that burn-in? Anyway I'm not too sure about it either, started to read about LCDs Plasma Tv like 5 years ago, so not sure about the technology before that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VT 1010 Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Provided you don't crank the white levels all the way up, or leave the same image on the display overnight, "burn-in" isn't as much of an issue as some may have you believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Ermm is that burn-in? Anyway I'm not too sure about it either, started to read about LCDs Plasma Tv like 5 years ago, so not sure about the technology before that. It's the same thing, but not. CRT and plasma get "burn in" where the bits that make up the image actually get damaged from only producing one color for a duration of time and get stuck in that color. With LCD the individual cell can still change colors but at a slightly different color so you see a ghost of the original image. Really only an issue when you're displaying something with a static image, like a HUD type UI (diablo for instance) or if you're working with a program that has a lot of set fields, like Remedy. And yeah, 5 years ago, this crap was mostly resolved, ghosting was more of an issue in the pre-TFT days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 Just got my blu-rays through the WB red to blu program. Took about 2 weeks, impressed with how speedy they are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 AFAIK, LCD image persistance will go away eventually. Burn in is permanent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Repiv_Onex Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 With LCD the individual cell can still change colors but at a slightly different color so you see a ghost of the original image. AFAIK, LCD image persistance will go away eventually. Burn in is permanent. I got a lesson here. thanks for clearing things up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mondamoto Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 I need an opinion on something. I might be getting and older 50 inch rear projection TV for free. Chances are it is not HD but it works but the GUNS? inside it need to be cleaned. Does it seem worth it since it would be an upgrade from my current 19 inch TV or should I forget about it. Money is tight so a new HD TV is out of the question for at least a year or two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaijin Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 I need an opinion on something. I might be getting and older 50 inch rear projection TV for free. Chances are it is not HD but it works but the GUNS? inside it need to be cleaned. Does it seem worth it since it would be an upgrade from my current 19 inch TV or should I forget about it. Money is tight so a new HD TV is out of the question for at least a year or two How would free be a bad thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXO Posted May 24, 2009 Share Posted May 24, 2009 Free is bad when they give you a year supply of cat food and you don't have a cat. These old projection TVs are so huge sometimes its better to hand them off rather than pay for the disposal. Even if you can't afford a large flatscreen soon, you can buy a cheap 19" computer monitor and a digital tv tuner and it'll be HD. at least your picture will be HD. Unless you have the extra space in your house for that huge TV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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