Is Samsung a REALIABLE lcd hdtv brand?

Q.

A. I have had my Samsung LCD TV (46" 60Hz) for the last year or so and I couldn't be happier. For inputs I only have an aerial antenna and it is able to pick up the major networks in HD. The picture quality looks great. A friend of mine brought over his PS3 this past weekend and we through in a blu-ray. He said it the picture was a marked improvement over his LG (not sure the specs on his TV though).

Original Question

Is VIZIO a good brand of LCD HDTV?

Q. I have $1500 budget to buy an HDTV, I prefer LCD 1020. I cannot decide which brand to choose.. SONY VIZIO or SAMSUNG?? Psl help me decide. Im looking for 40 in size.

A. Vizio is a third-tier brand. Parts are shipped from China made by other companies and they are assembled in LA and sold as 'house brands' in discount stores.

There is no repair service, quality on same model units varies a lot, etc.

The low prices ARE attractive but if it breaks - plan on tossing it and buying another.

Just below your post is another user who suddenly has lost video after leaving her Vizio on for 8 hours by accident.

While I am not a fan of service contracts - it might be a wise invesment for Vizio, Lutron, Dynex, Westinghouse, Robi, etc. brands.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Blue Blob on my LG LCD HDTV. Problems and solutions?

Q. So I've got this LG HDTV, and its developing this blue blob in the center of the screen. It gets progressively worse. I cleaned the filter, and it was okay for about ten minutes, but then the blob is back. I don't know whats wrong, and I enjoy playing my PS3, but this blob is really bugging me. I bought it from Millard Electronics, as a refurb, so I don't think there's any warranty involved, so thats out of the question. Any suggestions?

A. LCD PROJECTION RIGHT?
Of couse, it has filters.....

Your blue blob is caused by red/green lcd panels taking a dump on you....they need replaced.

You can get a brand new LIGHT ENGINE or you can have it sent to PTS for a rebuild....

Either one will fix it. But you need to find a TV tech that knows of PTS and can pull the engine out for servicing....

I won't recommend any normal person pull the engine, it's way too complicated installing it again and getting a square/rectangle picture out of it....

Original Question

I want an LCD HDTV, what TV brands do you recommend?

Q. I am not picking a TV solely on brand -- I am just curious to know which BRAND is more reliable, cheaper, better, whatever you think of.

A. I have never answered a question before, primarily because I didn't have sufficient knowledge on the topic...except for this one. The top brand for HDTV's right now is Samsung, followed by Sony. I did hours and hours of research to find the perfect LCD HDTV and I made a right choice on the Samsung LN40B630 HDTV (still remember the model number off the top of my head, it�s that good). Full 1080p with 120 Hz. It also has very nice features, such as a
1) High dynamic contrast ratio
2) Media player
3) Swivel stand- you can move the screen without lifting the TV! (Sony failed on this)
4) 2 usb ports (put videos on a flash drive and you can play them through the media player on the TV, such as workouts)
5) A VGA port (I can turn my laptop into a 40in LCD screen with a VGA cable)
6) FOUR hdmi
7) Awesome picture quality. You can't go wrong with the 120hz and 1080p. The picture is breathtaking

I mainly bought this TV for my Xbox 360, but it is amazing in every way. It is a 2009 year model, so it is cheaper. If you want a newer model, of course it will cost you hundreds more.

I paid $1200 for this TV, so it is significantly cheaper at 879. Don't let the cheap price fool you though, it is just marked down because of its model year. Just look at the excellent reviews it got. (Link below)

Anyways, I highly recommend this TV. And another recommendation is not to get ANY TV online (I just wanted to show you a price estimate with reviews), especially Amazon. They shipped me the TV with a big hole in the center of the screen. Hope this helps.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LN40B630-40-Inch-1080p-Touch/dp/B001U3Y8Q8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265353309&sr=8-1

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Is VIZIO a good brand of LCD HDTV?

Q. I have $1500 budget to buy an HDTV, I prefer LCD 1020. I cannot decide which brand to choose.. SONY VIZIO or SAMSUNG?? Psl help me decide. Im looking for 40 in size.

A. Vizio is a third-tier brand. Parts are shipped from China made by other companies and they are assembled in LA and sold as 'house brands' in discount stores.

There is no repair service, quality on same model units varies a lot, etc.

The low prices ARE attractive but if it breaks - plan on tossing it and buying another.

Just below your post is another user who suddenly has lost video after leaving her Vizio on for 8 hours by accident.

While I am not a fan of service contracts - it might be a wise invesment for Vizio, Lutron, Dynex, Westinghouse, Robi, etc. brands.

Original Question

what brand of lcd hdtv has the best repair history?

Q. I'm looking to buy a 52 inch LCD TV. What brand is most reliable? Also, what accessories do I need? Some people recommend the UPS instead of the expensive power surge protector.

A. Don't go by a single brand for your decision. You should look at specific models. Every brand makes stronger and weaker models. You want to get a good middle to high end model to best ensure you're getting the best parts.

All of the big name brands are going to be fairly comparable though reliability wise. Look to Panasonic (if you consider Plasma), Samsung, Sony, and LG. I think a set from any of those will serve you well from day of purchase until you're ready to buy again.

You likely want an HDMI cable, or two. Stick with no-name, generic brands. There are loads of consumer reports that have show the generic brands provide 100% equal quality as the big name, expensive options. Look to computer stores or online at like amazon.com, monoprice.com, bluejeanscable.com, etc. for good cheap cables. There's no need to spend more than $15 on a cable unless you're buying something of extreme length.

A UPS is handy to have sure, but we're not talking about needing to save documents here. UPS is good for a computer so the machine doesn't just turn off in a power outage. On your TV you just want to be worried about surge, so a good protector there is good enough really. Unless maybe the electricity in your area is really bad, in which case a UPS that also conditions the electricity might well be worth the investment.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Is VIZIO a good brand of LCD HDTV?

Q. I have $1500 budget to buy an HDTV, I prefer LCD 1020. I cannot decide which brand to choose.. SONY VIZIO or SAMSUNG?? Psl help me decide. Im looking for 40 in size.

A. Vizio is a third-tier brand. Parts are shipped from China made by other companies and they are assembled in LA and sold as 'house brands' in discount stores.

There is no repair service, quality on same model units varies a lot, etc.

The low prices ARE attractive but if it breaks - plan on tossing it and buying another.

Just below your post is another user who suddenly has lost video after leaving her Vizio on for 8 hours by accident.

While I am not a fan of service contracts - it might be a wise invesment for Vizio, Lutron, Dynex, Westinghouse, Robi, etc. brands.

Original Question

what brand of lcd hdtv has the best repair history?

Q. I'm looking to buy a 52 inch LCD TV. What brand is most reliable? Also, what accessories do I need? Some people recommend the UPS instead of the expensive power surge protector.

A. Don't go by a single brand for your decision. You should look at specific models. Every brand makes stronger and weaker models. You want to get a good middle to high end model to best ensure you're getting the best parts.

All of the big name brands are going to be fairly comparable though reliability wise. Look to Panasonic (if you consider Plasma), Samsung, Sony, and LG. I think a set from any of those will serve you well from day of purchase until you're ready to buy again.

You likely want an HDMI cable, or two. Stick with no-name, generic brands. There are loads of consumer reports that have show the generic brands provide 100% equal quality as the big name, expensive options. Look to computer stores or online at like amazon.com, monoprice.com, bluejeanscable.com, etc. for good cheap cables. There's no need to spend more than $15 on a cable unless you're buying something of extreme length.

A UPS is handy to have sure, but we're not talking about needing to save documents here. UPS is good for a computer so the machine doesn't just turn off in a power outage. On your TV you just want to be worried about surge, so a good protector there is good enough really. Unless maybe the electricity in your area is really bad, in which case a UPS that also conditions the electricity might well be worth the investment.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Blue Blob on my LG LCD HDTV. Problems and solutions?

Q. So I've got this LG HDTV, and its developing this blue blob in the center of the screen. It gets progressively worse. I cleaned the filter, and it was okay for about ten minutes, but then the blob is back. I don't know whats wrong, and I enjoy playing my PS3, but this blob is really bugging me. I bought it from Millard Electronics, as a refurb, so I don't think there's any warranty involved, so thats out of the question. Any suggestions?

A. LCD PROJECTION RIGHT?
Of couse, it has filters.....

Your blue blob is caused by red/green lcd panels taking a dump on you....they need replaced.

You can get a brand new LIGHT ENGINE or you can have it sent to PTS for a rebuild....

Either one will fix it. But you need to find a TV tech that knows of PTS and can pull the engine out for servicing....

I won't recommend any normal person pull the engine, it's way too complicated installing it again and getting a square/rectangle picture out of it....

Original Question

I want an LCD HDTV, what TV brands do you recommend?

Q. I am not picking a TV solely on brand -- I am just curious to know which BRAND is more reliable, cheaper, better, whatever you think of.

A. I have never answered a question before, primarily because I didn't have sufficient knowledge on the topic...except for this one. The top brand for HDTV's right now is Samsung, followed by Sony. I did hours and hours of research to find the perfect LCD HDTV and I made a right choice on the Samsung LN40B630 HDTV (still remember the model number off the top of my head, it�s that good). Full 1080p with 120 Hz. It also has very nice features, such as a
1) High dynamic contrast ratio
2) Media player
3) Swivel stand- you can move the screen without lifting the TV! (Sony failed on this)
4) 2 usb ports (put videos on a flash drive and you can play them through the media player on the TV, such as workouts)
5) A VGA port (I can turn my laptop into a 40in LCD screen with a VGA cable)
6) FOUR hdmi
7) Awesome picture quality. You can't go wrong with the 120hz and 1080p. The picture is breathtaking

I mainly bought this TV for my Xbox 360, but it is amazing in every way. It is a 2009 year model, so it is cheaper. If you want a newer model, of course it will cost you hundreds more.

I paid $1200 for this TV, so it is significantly cheaper at 879. Don't let the cheap price fool you though, it is just marked down because of its model year. Just look at the excellent reviews it got. (Link below)

Anyways, I highly recommend this TV. And another recommendation is not to get ANY TV online (I just wanted to show you a price estimate with reviews), especially Amazon. They shipped me the TV with a big hole in the center of the screen. Hope this helps.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LN40B630-40-Inch-1080p-Touch/dp/B001U3Y8Q8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1265353309&sr=8-1

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

Would it be a good deal to get a store display-stand 52 inch LCD HDTV in this price range?

Q. Ok, I'm thinking on buying a store display tv(checking that it works first, of course), a 52 inch lcd HDTV, brand is sharp.

The price range is 700-900.

Is that a good deal with today's market?
With regards to lag, it has 4ms response time.

A. its pretty good but be sure to take a look at the lag time. the higher the lag time the more blur you will experience.

Original Question

What do you think of the brand LG when it comes to lcd hdtv's?

Q. Im looking to purchaseing a 26" LCD HDTV, but i really dont know what brand to purchase. I looked at a LG and noticed the picture quality looked pretty good. It had good color, but dont know if its a good brand over all.

A. the sd picture on your 26" will look good, maybe a little foggy. Use the S-video input for the best results. I would avoid the HD programming option on a set that small because the HD resolution doesn't really shine until a 40" screen but that's with my eyes your results may vary

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How can you replace a broken LCD screen in a Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV?

Q. My sister in law left a broken Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV. I looked online but I can't seem to find any place where I can find just the screen for replacement. Does anyone know where I can buy just the screen or how to fix it?

A. you need SKILLS and tools to replace the LCD DISPLAY PANEL.
However , if you known the PARTS COST , you will never want to replace it, and buy an new TV for sure.
New LCD display panel cost about 65 % of same screen size of new TV. + shipping and services charge to replace the panel . total is around 80 + % of new LCD TV.
will you still want to buy the display panel ?
Sylvania is handle by Funai same as Philips Brand TV sold in USA. the 42 inc display panel is made by Taiwan Che-Mei. if you comfortable with the prices. contact Funai USA.
http://funai.us/contact/index.html
TEL 886 321 3927.

Original Question

Can my lcd hdtv survive out in my shed over the winter?

Q. I want to put my lcd hdtv out in my shed. I want to watch tv out there when i work on my snowmobile, but im not sure if the tv will be ok if left out there. I will heat the shed when out there, but not when im out there. The shed is fully weaterproof, but will still reach extreamly low temperatures.

A. The lowest of the low temperatures I saw (and this is brand, model and size dependent) was -22 degrees Fahrenheit. I wouldn't do it! Put a CRT out there, they can handle it, and if it dies....oh well. Don't hurt your HDTV if it means that much to you!

-Nick

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and...

Q. How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and to the xbox brand hd dvd player????

A. Just use wires. It is like hooking up any other TV that is not on the wall. You can let them hang down and have a very unprofessional look or you can buy wires that are rated to go in the wall (make sure they are to avoid any code violations or insurance issues later) and then it will look more professional. Either way, you cannot run the power cord through the wall by law. Your best bet is, depending on the type of surround sound receiver you have, is to run all the wires into that and then 1 wire out to the TV.

Original Question

So if I go with a 46 LCD HDTV 1080p what brands and models are some of the best to go with?

Q. I'm just wondering if anyone else has an opinion about what the best options are for 46 LCD HDTV 1080p flat screens. I'm debating between a Samsung or Sharp but I'm not too familiar with what to look for. Anyone have some advice?

A. Honestly the best thing to do is to look at reviews online and specifications from review sites. There are two models you should consider for the Samsung and Sharp 46 LCD HDTV 1080p. Take a look at the Samsung LN46C630 and the Sharp Quattron LE821E or Aquos. Take a look at the following site which is solid for consumer reviews on http://46lcdhdtv1080p-userreviews.com . Hopefully this helps out with your question, good luck.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What do you think of the brand LG when it comes to lcd hdtv's?

Q. Im looking to purchaseing a 26" LCD HDTV, but i really dont know what brand to purchase. I looked at a LG and noticed the picture quality looked pretty good. It had good color, but dont know if its a good brand over all.

A. the sd picture on your 26" will look good, maybe a little foggy. Use the S-video input for the best results. I would avoid the HD programming option on a set that small because the HD resolution doesn't really shine until a 40" screen but that's with my eyes your results may vary

Original Question

How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and...

Q. How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and to the xbox brand hd dvd player????

A. Just use wires. It is like hooking up any other TV that is not on the wall. You can let them hang down and have a very unprofessional look or you can buy wires that are rated to go in the wall (make sure they are to avoid any code violations or insurance issues later) and then it will look more professional. Either way, you cannot run the power cord through the wall by law. Your best bet is, depending on the type of surround sound receiver you have, is to run all the wires into that and then 1 wire out to the TV.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What do you think of the brand LG when it comes to lcd hdtv's?

Q. Im looking to purchaseing a 26" LCD HDTV, but i really dont know what brand to purchase. I looked at a LG and noticed the picture quality looked pretty good. It had good color, but dont know if its a good brand over all.

A. the sd picture on your 26" will look good, maybe a little foggy. Use the S-video input for the best results. I would avoid the HD programming option on a set that small because the HD resolution doesn't really shine until a 40" screen but that's with my eyes your results may vary

Original Question

How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and...

Q. How do I hook up a insignia lcd hdtv mounted on my wall to my xbox360 which is connect to suround sound and to the xbox brand hd dvd player????

A. Just use wires. It is like hooking up any other TV that is not on the wall. You can let them hang down and have a very unprofessional look or you can buy wires that are rated to go in the wall (make sure they are to avoid any code violations or insurance issues later) and then it will look more professional. Either way, you cannot run the power cord through the wall by law. Your best bet is, depending on the type of surround sound receiver you have, is to run all the wires into that and then 1 wire out to the TV.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

What time should I go and Emerson or Westinghouse?

Q. Hi, I am planning on going out on Black Friday to pick up a new flat screen LCD HDTV and there are two brands, Emerson and Westinghouse. They are both the same class and size and just about the same price each. Which brand do you prefer? Also, what time should I arrive to have a chance of getting one of the TVs? The TVs are at different stores and they both open at 5am. Walmart has the Emerson and Target has the Westinghouse. Any advice or thoughts on this?

A. I would go as early as possible im thinking of going and im showing up at around 1 2 in the morning and as far as the tv goes I owned an emerson and it served me very well I don't really know anything about westinghouse.

Original Question

How hard is it to repair a lcd hdtv screen?

Q. i have a Dell 26' lcd hdtv flat screen monitor and I dropped while moving and the screen is pretty badly cracked! i was going to throw it away but I decided that I might try to have it fixed first so any advice will help! Thank you!!

A. The part will cost you more than a brand new tv the same size and that is IF you could get the part.

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How hard is it to repair a lcd hdtv screen?

Q. i have a Dell 26' lcd hdtv flat screen monitor and I dropped while moving and the screen is pretty badly cracked! i was going to throw it away but I decided that I might try to have it fixed first so any advice will help! Thank you!!

A. The part will cost you more than a brand new tv the same size and that is IF you could get the part.

Original Question

Can you tell the difference between 60hz and 120hz HDTVs?

Q. I'm looking to buy a new TV, around 40" 1080p for gaming, movies, and sports. It seems you can't buy a 120hz LCD HDTV for under $800 but is it really worth it?

Also, do you notice the difference much between the generic brands and higher end brands?

Thanks in advance to those giving good advice!

A. I believe you will see a big difference between 60 and 120 Hz on a 40" TV. Fast action, like sports, will look more fluid and smooth with a higher refresh rate.

No disrespect intended to Jason, but I think you're better off with a name-brand TV. I run a technical training facility. I have 3 32" LCD TVs with 60 Hz refresh rates side-by-side - Sony, Phillips, and Insignia. The Insignia looks great by itself, but turn on the Sony and Phillips, and the Insignia obviously has a lower picture quality than the others.

When you're in the store looking at TVs, bear in mind that they adjust picture elements to make the picture look the best it can in that environment. Ask the salesperson to adjust the picture back to factory default for each set you are considering. Then you can compare apples to apples. (The picture will be somewhat dull under the lighting in the store. It will look brighter in your living room.)

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers

How can you replace a broken LCD screen in a Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV?

Q. My sister in law left a broken Sylvania LC427SSX 42-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV. I looked online but I can't seem to find any place where I can find just the screen for replacement. Does anyone know where I can buy just the screen or how to fix it?

A. you need SKILLS and tools to replace the LCD DISPLAY PANEL.
However , if you known the PARTS COST , you will never want to replace it, and buy an new TV for sure.
New LCD display panel cost about 65 % of same screen size of new TV. + shipping and services charge to replace the panel . total is around 80 + % of new LCD TV.
will you still want to buy the display panel ?
Sylvania is handle by Funai same as Philips Brand TV sold in USA. the 42 inc display panel is made by Taiwan Che-Mei. if you comfortable with the prices. contact Funai USA.
http://funai.us/contact/index.html
TEL 886 321 3927.

Original Question

Can my lcd hdtv survive out in my shed over the winter?

Q. I want to put my lcd hdtv out in my shed. I want to watch tv out there when i work on my snowmobile, but im not sure if the tv will be ok if left out there. I will heat the shed when out there, but not when im out there. The shed is fully weaterproof, but will still reach extreamly low temperatures.

A. The lowest of the low temperatures I saw (and this is brand, model and size dependent) was -22 degrees Fahrenheit. I wouldn't do it! Put a CRT out there, they can handle it, and if it dies....oh well. Don't hurt your HDTV if it means that much to you!

-Nick

Original Question

Powered by Yahoo! Answers