Lads, will be moving into a house shortly and need to buy a new TV for the sitting room. Probably either a 32" or 42" - haven't decided yet.
Am just wondering what type of TV would be regarded as the better buy - e.g. LCD vs Plasma vs CRT etc. and HD ready vs HD enabled etc?
I haven't a clue what these different types of TVs mean or what HD ready vs HD enabled means.
I would watch quite a lot of sport if that makes a difference?
Cheers
I'm on the market for one too. Is Freesat worth getting for HD channels?
this is of interest to me also, we are in the process of moving house at the minute and the aul pair have come to me on advice for which tv to get, for me the bigger the better really, im plumpin for a 42 inch maybe a 52 at a push, is hd worth the extra money, suppose it'll me mostly for sports and possibly films at the weekend (and a weekly dose of greys anatomy :-[ )
Wouldn't buy anything only Sony
I have a samsung and its excellent, panasonic, toshiba etc also can be excellent.
Quote from: kinghen on September 17, 2008, 05:01:58 PM
this is of interest to me also, we are in the process of moving house at the minute and the aul pair have come to me on advice for which tv to get, for me the bigger the better really, im plumpin for a 42 inch maybe a 52 at a push, is hd worth the extra money, suppose it'll me mostly for sports and possibly films at the weekend (and a weekly dose of greys anatomy :-[ )
I can't honestly see the difference between HD and Standard,I hear people saying there is a massive difference but i just can't see any
Have a Samsung 37" and haven't had a problem.
Forget about the Plasma and maybe just get the LCD HD ready but you pay extra for anything to do with the HD and then you've to pay extra to Sky or whoever to recieve all your channels in HD mode. Waste of money for very little difference if you ask me.
over 42" and its a plasma, up to 42" i would go for an LCD. - buy HD ready only
again with most things it all depends on how much you are willing to spend on a TV
most makes are very good, from the Sony, Panny, samsung, LG etc.
I used to work part time in an electrical shop which sold its fair share of tv's. 1 make and 1 make only to go for - the Panasonic Viera range. These tv's are the best about by a country mile and the majority of experts will tell you this.
Generally the rule of thumb is that if you are going to go above 37", go for a plasma. Anything below 37", an LCD is your best bet. Basically LCD tv's have a liquid crystal display while plasma tv's are filled with gas.
Another issue to take on board is where the tv is going. Big living rooms and sitting rooms are brilliant for plasmas while smaller rooms are more suited to LCD's. One very important thing to note is the amount of light in the room you are going to put the tv in. If there is a substantial amount of light coming in then an LCD is wholly advisable. However, if light is at a minumum then go for a plasma as they will show deeper colours in darker rooms.
IF you opt for a 42" then the TH42PZ81B Plasma HD 1080p would be your best bet. This also comes with FreeSat built in. You will probably pay in and around £1000 for this model. Of course there are also entry level HD ready Panasonic 42's which you will get for around £700 to £800 but if you want to go for the latest and most up to date one then it has to be the TH42PZ81B Plasma HD 1080p.
this is a nice little sony which is just out / coming out
sony 40W4500
Quote from: Fionntamhnach on September 17, 2008, 05:37:03 PM
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on September 17, 2008, 05:07:35 PM
Wouldn't buy anything only Sony
Most Sony products are good (provided they don't f**k up your computer) but overpriced, driven by brand snobs who never give any thought to anything else despite good recommendations.
Last year I bought a Hanspree 32 inch LCD HD ready shipped from England for £350 all in on the basis of good recommendations on various AV message boards. Have to say its impressive and matches or beats anything twice the price.
One thing about anyone looking to buy a TV with a built in DTT or DVB-T or "Freeview" tuner - almost all such displays will only work for the current UK Freeview service and won't work for the Irish Republic's DTT service which is due to launch next year.
For a judgement of opinions on any TV's you have your eye on, check out the Digital Spy or AV Forums UK message boards.
I wouldn't call myself a "brand snob" I am just going on my own experience whern buying tellys..I have never had any bother with Sony's and now have a 42" Bravia which i find excellent...I'm certainly not a snob
Quote from: ExiledGael on September 17, 2008, 05:32:26 PM
Have a Samsung 37" and haven't had a problem.
Forget about the Plasma and maybe just get the LCD HD ready but you pay extra for anything to do with the HD and then you've to pay extra to Sky or whoever to recieve all your channels in HD mode. Waste of money for very little difference if you ask me.
Pay extra?? If you have a Sky subscription would you not get the HD channels free if you bought a HD ready TV (as I'm about to do). Also, I assume there is no way I could keep my Annalouge RTE channels if I upgrade? :( (I know I'll have it digitally but I'm thinking about blocked out soccer and the like.)
Quote from: Fionntamhnach on September 17, 2008, 05:59:34 PM
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on September 17, 2008, 05:51:05 PM
Quote from: Fionntamhnach on September 17, 2008, 05:37:03 PM
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on September 17, 2008, 05:07:35 PM
Wouldn't buy anything only Sony
Most Sony products are good (provided they don't f**k up your computer) but overpriced, driven by brand snobs who never give any thought to anything else despite good recommendations.
Last year I bought a Hanspree 32 inch LCD HD ready shipped from England for £350 all in on the basis of good recommendations on various AV message boards. Have to say its impressive and matches or beats anything twice the price.
One thing about anyone looking to buy a TV with a built in DTT or DVB-T or "Freeview" tuner - almost all such displays will only work for the current UK Freeview service and won't work for the Irish Republic's DTT service which is due to launch next year.
For a judgement of opinions on any TV's you have your eye on, check out the Digital Spy or AV Forums UK message boards.
I wouldn't call myself a "brand snob" I am just going on my own experience whern buying tellys..I have never had any bother with Sony's and now have a 42" Bravia which i find excellent...I'm certainly not a snob
Buying products simply because of the badge stuck to it is never the best of ideas. If you only ever stick to Sony's that's fine, but they've built up a reputation whereby people will buy nothing else other than their products and charge more because they know they can get away with it whereas a little shopping around (with a friend or relation if necessary who knows the field) can get just as good a product for around usually a 1/3 less. The "brand snob" tag is more about blind loyalty to one producer/salesperson/group more than its monetary value.
Certainly don't need a friend or a relative who knows the field, I am a gadget freak and know exactly what is good and what isn't and what all the terminology means
In my experience and in my opinion these products you buy for 1/3 of the price of the top brands never last as long..Its like buying a Skoda and expecting it to last as long as a VW
A house not too far away from mine went up in the flames a few weeks back. Cause = the plasma TV!!
Did they leave it on all night?
QuoteA house not too far away from mine went up in the flames a few weeks back. Cause = the plasma TV!!
Fires caused by Dubs fans smashing their tellies in disbelief can't be blamed on the manufacturer! :D
Quote from: ziggysego on September 18, 2008, 08:44:51 AM
Did they leave it on all night?
No they weren't in the house, it was an afternoon & the TV was on standby
Quote from: girt_giggler on September 18, 2008, 09:29:04 AM
Quote from: ziggysego on September 18, 2008, 08:44:51 AM
Did they leave it on all night?
No they weren't in the house, it was an afternoon & the TV was on standby
And usually there would be a DVD,Hifi,TV,Games Console,Decoder all plugged into the one double socket using double adaptors etc etc..And people then wonder why there is fires ::)
Quote from: Jack_Black on September 17, 2008, 05:34:28 PM
over 42" and its a plasma, up to 42" i would go for an LCD. - buy HD ready only
again with most things it all depends on how much you are willing to spend on a TV
most makes are very good, from the Sony, Panny, samsung, LG etc.
Jack black is talking sense here. 42 & under = LCD and 42 & over = Plasma
A 37" Samsung LCD HD ready TV will set you back £539 up north prob works out about 650 yoyo's and it is a cracker TV have one myself (prob blow up now i've praised it ;) :D)
Quote from: girt_giggler on September 18, 2008, 09:29:04 AM
Quote from: ziggysego on September 18, 2008, 08:44:51 AM
Did they leave it on all night?
No they weren't in the house, it was an afternoon & the TV was on standby
Find out the brand Girt will you?
The aul pair have also charged me with getting a new TV (even though I know nothing about them myself).
1) What the feck is the difference in this HD ready / HD enabled craic?
- Is all TVs on the market noweither HD ready or HD enabled?
- What's the difference?
- Is there any way of making a HD ready TV HD enabled down the line?
- If I get a HD ready/enabled TV but don't subscribe to say Sky HD, will I still get a better picture than a normal TV?
2) I think the TV will be mounted on the wall.
- It'll be about a foot above a radiator, does that matter?
- Does it not look very untidy with all the leads for the TV, DVD player etc running up the wall?
3) Someone mentioned something about the terrestial signal being distorted on a LCD/PLasma, is it much worse? I suppose I'll still have RTE on the digital, but as someone says they block out some sports on digital.
If someone took the time out to answer all that I'd be very grateful.
I'd put a shelf over the rad or better yet one of them radiator covers/enclosures to disperse the rising heat...
Quote from: Doire abú on September 18, 2008, 05:33:19 PM
The aul pair have also charged me with getting a new TV (even though I know nothing about them myself).
1) What the feck is the difference in this HD ready / HD enabled craic?
- Is all TVs on the market noweither HD ready or HD enabled?
- What's the difference?
- Is there any way of making a HD ready TV HD enabled down the line?
- If I get a HD ready/enabled TV but don't subscribe to say Sky HD, will I still get a better picture than a normal TV?
2) I think the TV will be mounted on the wall.
- It'll be about a foot above a radiator, does that matter?
- Does it not look very untidy with all the leads for the TV, DVD player etc running up the wall?
3) Someone mentioned something about the terrestial signal being distorted on a LCD/PLasma, is it much worse? I suppose I'll still have RTE on the digital, but as someone says they block out some sports on digital.
If someone took the time out to answer all that I'd be very grateful.
It will look messy with all the wires unless you are prepared to do some work.
You can either build the wall out with a stud and new plasterboards and hide all the wires in behind,This works well when the TV is going on a chimney breast as its not a good idea to chase into the block work on a chimney
This brings me then to the second option which might suit you as its obviously not a chimney wall as you have a rad on it,You could chase the wall to hide the scart leads etc and get it plastered up,and also get a Electrician to wire a socket behind the TV which will reduce the amount of wires needed to chase into the wall..
Thinking of getting a Sony KDL-40V4000 - 40" Widescreen 1080P Full HD Bravia LCD TV in the January.
Anyone have one of the these and if so, what are they like?
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51mKBb%2Bx%2BjL._SS400_.jpg)
Amazon.co.uk Link (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-KDL-40V4000-Widescreen-Bravia-Freeview/dp/B0018PPQN2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1230664643&sr=1-5)
Quote from: Doire abú on September 18, 2008, 05:33:19 PM
The aul pair have also charged me with getting a new TV (even though I know nothing about them myself).
1) What the feck is the difference in this HD ready / HD enabled craic?
- Is all TVs on the market noweither HD ready or HD enabled?
- What's the difference?
- Is there any way of making a HD ready TV HD enabled down the line?
- If I get a HD ready/enabled TV but don't subscribe to say Sky HD, will I still get a better picture than a normal TV?
2) I think the TV will be mounted on the wall.
- It'll be about a foot above a radiator, does that matter?
- Does it not look very untidy with all the leads for the TV, DVD player etc running up the wall?
3) Someone mentioned something about the terrestial signal being distorted on a LCD/PLasma, is it much worse? I suppose I'll still have RTE on the digital, but as someone says they block out some sports on digital.
If someone took the time out to answer all that I'd be very grateful.
Try reading this thread on more or less the same subject from another website.
http://forum.planet-rugby.com/index.php?t=msg&th=142232&prevloaded=1&&start=0 (http://forum.planet-rugby.com/index.php?t=msg&th=142232&prevloaded=1&&start=0)
I just bought this bad boy on Sunday for my bedroom...
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5293678/Trail/searchtext%3ESAMSUNG+TV.htm
And I love it!! Think its great, love playing the ps3 on it...
42 would have been too big for my bedroom, 32 is big but just right...
was the opinion on this sony Bravia that sainsburys have reduced by £150?
Now £349.99, was £499.99
Sony 32" HD ready Digital LCD TV
KDL32L4000
seems too good to be true?
Recently invested in a new HD TV. Somebody told me that you can get a HD cable for £30 which would mean you could view HD channels without the need for a SKY HD box(and further subscriptions), anybody know, have I been misinformed?
Do not spend £30 on a HDMI cable. It doesnt matter if you buy one for £1 or one for £120. They do the exact same thing.
The picture will be better when you connect a HDMI cable to your existing box and watch it but it will not be braodcast in HD. The only way you will be able to watch HD channels will be to get the HD subscription from sky, with the HDMI cable into your HD tv.
Quote from: bennydorano on February 09, 2009, 09:57:18 AM
Recently invested in a new HD TV. Somebody told me that you can get a HD cable for £30 which would mean you could view HD channels without the need for a SKY HD box(and further subscriptions), anybody know, have I been misinformed?
As Muzz says, they are all made in the same Asian sweatshop. Dont be listening to those clowns at Currys/PC World etc. They will try and sell you one for £60
Argos were flogging HDMI cables for £5-6 just after Xmas. Dunno wot the going rate is at the minute.
Quote from: playwiththewind1st on February 09, 2009, 11:13:20 AM
Argos were flogging HDMI cables for £5-6 just after Xmas. Dunno wot the going rate is at the minute.
I got this bad boy a few weeks ago. Seems to be a good un......
http://www.play.com/Electronics/Electronics/4-/6014127/-/Product.html?searchstring=synn+hdmi&searchsource=0
Ive bought a couple outa of game just, one was £10, other was £6, both do exact same thing.
It has been determined recently that Plasma TVs take up to 4 more times energy to power over an LCD box. I had a Bush LCD that was very good but my model was known to have flaws in the chasis and this was what went bust with in in the end. It only lasted under 2 years. I replaced it with a Samsung LCD and it is not very good at all. I had a huge struggle getting the picture colour right on it. The stand that it comes with rocks alot when you push a cable into the rear of the set. I will steer well clear of the cheaper TV models after this.
Bought myself a Sony Bravia 40" KDL40V4000 1080P Digital LCD at the weekend for £599. Collecting it in a few weeks.
Quote from: ziggysego on February 09, 2009, 03:51:03 PM
Bought myself a Sony Bravia 40" KDL40V4000 1080P Digital LCD at the weekend for £599. Collecting it in a few weeks.
Who did you buy it off Ziggy, Arthur Daley?
Quote from: Minder on February 09, 2009, 03:56:04 PM
Quote from: ziggysego on February 09, 2009, 03:51:03 PM
Bought myself a Sony Bravia 40" KDL40V4000 1080P Digital LCD at the weekend for £599. Collecting it in a few weeks.
Who did you buy it off Ziggy, Arthur Daley?
:D Don't need the telly for a few weeks, so they're holding it for me :P
in the tv trade myself and there is a hell of alot of crap out there,imo the sony range from v upwards is good stuff,i also like the panasonic plasma pz range.samsung are very much buget sets,picture ok with pretty poor sound,we brought in 50" samsungs and we had to return them as the sound quality was terrible.
Quote from: isourboydownyet on February 09, 2009, 04:04:24 PM
in the tv trade myself and there is a hell of alot of crap out there,imo the sony range from v upwards is good stuff,i also like the panasonic plasma pz range.samsung are very much buget sets,picture ok with pretty poor sound,we brought in 50" samsungs and we had to return them as the sound quality was terrible.
Aren't plasma's sore on energy and will soon be phased out?
yes they can be but not as much as been reported,much top brands focus on LCD but panasonic are the only top brand who continue to develope and improve plasma,panasonic only make LCD up to 37" although after last week panasonic will be scaling down big time.
What about the model I got then? You being in the TV business and that.
I bought the same TV before christmas and got a free Sony Cinema System with it. Brilliant TV Ziggy. Definitely go for connecting any external devices via HDMI. You fairly notice the difference. If you have a sound system to go with it make sure and get an optical cable. You wont be able to play TV through the sound system without the optical cable. Also look around the net for calibration settings. The default settings are decent enough and if I had never seen the calibration settings I would still have thought the quality of the picture was excellent but the calibration settings do make a difference.
Ah good man Muzz. Not getting a Cinema System just yet. Hope to down the line sometime though. Few extra expenses at the moment first.
Quote from: girt_giggler on September 18, 2008, 09:29:04 AM
Quote from: ziggysego on September 18, 2008, 08:44:51 AM
Did they leave it on all night?
No they weren't in the house, it was an afternoon & the TV was on standby
Show that post to Sammy Wilson - another good reason to air those TV commercial about switching off electrical appliances ;D
Rang Sky try and buy a HD box. Firstly was told by Sky - we only take your details someone will get back to you ??? Then received an e-mail later in the day saying it will be 3 months before they contact me to arrange installation ??? Must be huge demand.
Might try an rustle up something myself in the shed in the meantime.
Thinking of buying a small flat screen TV for the kitchen, any recommendations?
I got a samsung for the kitchen 26 inch - crap sound - picture ok - a bit dark. Got my ma a panasonic lzd 80 for Christmas - absolute cracker of a tv. Gonna get a 32 inch one meself now once I clean up at Cheltenham! But seriously Panasonic by a mile
Quote from: isourboydownyet on February 09, 2009, 04:04:24 PM
in the tv trade myself and there is a hell of alot of crap out there,imo the sony range from v upwards is good stuff,i also like the panasonic plasma pz range.samsung are very much buget sets,picture ok with pretty poor sound,we brought in 50" samsungs and we had to return them as the sound quality was terrible.
Funny I bought a 42inch Samsung a year or two back and have always been totally underwhelmed by the sound. I thought it was the acoustics in the room, or the sound set up.
Samsung always sounds tinny. The majority of places you go to buy a Samsung they will offer you a sound system with it.
Samsung must have a terrible reputation for electrical goods then as I was buying a fridge freezer recently and the samsung was about £200 quid less than a Whirlpool, being the bargain hunter (tight-arse) I am I was opting for the Samsung. I mentioned to the man who runs the shop that I heard Samsung had a bad reputation and he said 'they are so bad Watchdog dedicated a full episode to their fridge problems one night' might have been sales speak but it put me right off.
Got an LG 42" about 18 months ago
Great job & havent had any problems with it (touch wood)
Quote from: Doogie Browser on February 11, 2009, 11:00:34 AM
Samsung must have a terrible reputation for electrical goods then as I was buying a fridge freezer recently and the samsung was about £200 quid less than a Whirlpool, being the bargain hunter (tight-arse) I am I was opting for the Samsung. I mentioned to the man who runs the shop that I heard Samsung had a bad reputation and he said 'they are so bad Watchdog dedicated a full episode to their fridge problems one night' might have been sales speak but it put me right off.
I suppose he tried to sell you an extended warranty as well? The Samsung model was probably a re-branded Whirlpool model ;)
The larger Samsung LCD's are actually quite good and get good reviews. I agree with some of the comments on some of their models sound being a bit rubbish, though why install a cinema sized TV and not put in cinema surround sound is beyond me. You have to spend quite a considerable bit more to see the jumps of improvement people are talking about on this thread and from what I can remember Sony used to, and possibly still use, Samsung OEM LCD screens.
Possibly a bit brand snobbery going on as usual :-\
Easy with the patronising there big fella :-\.
I have been told by numerous people - not just in the trade - to avoid Samsung fridges (I have been told their product support is terrible also), it is little to do with brand snobbery as I always assumed Samsung to be a high calibre brand up til recently.
I do recall the eposide about the fridges on watchdog but it was only one model in particular. Samsung wouldnt admit responsibilty for it and I think thats what has got them the reputation they have.
As for the TV's - Samsung's picture quality is probably better than Sony's equivilant models but its just the sound. As someone said - if you are going to spend the money on a cinema like screen then go for the cinema sound system too.
http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=227697&highlight=samsung+fridge
This link will show you some issues people had with their product, but not to get too far off topic if you check the money saving expert forum it is very helpful when buying any electrical goods, details peoples experiences, issues etc.
I am also a bit disappointed with the tv quality coming from my fridge.
I once saw a fridge connected to the internet. That was cool.
That was highly illegal.
Quote from: Doogie Browser on February 11, 2009, 11:53:58 AM
Easy with the patronising there big fella :-\.
I have been told by numerous people - not just in the trade - to avoid Samsung fridges (I have been told their product support is terrible also), it is little to do with brand snobbery as I always assumed Samsung to be a high calibre brand up til recently.
Apologies it wasn't supposed to come across that way.
While Watchdog did devote a whole program to the Samsung fridge and the fridge probably was a load of crap (or more likely the people who had issues received bad customer support), I would never take the word of a sales guy in a shop. Not related to fridges though, I once had a sales guy in PC World tell me he used to be employed by Microsoft while trying to impress me to get a sale. I told him it was a bit of a come down working in PC World, don't think he was impressed.
Personally I take reviews on forums like moneysavingexpert.com with a pinch of salt. Usually they are made up of disgruntled customers who believe they have received bad support or should have been given free money or products just because they complained.
No worries bigfella, I take my fridges very seriously!
I have had about 3 fridges in my lifetime, just plugged em in and they worked.
What are the chances of that happenning?
I never knew how fortunate I was until now ::)
What has a few people moaning a few years ago, in a moaners website, about a type of Samsung Fridge got to do with the LCD screen quality reputation of Samsung?
Thats right MS all threads on here ALWAYS stay on topic :P
I was just trying to alert people to my concerns about Samsung as a supplier of electrical goods in general if you must know.
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
I'll be buying Panasonic next time round. The business.
I've a Panasonic. Great TV.
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
the Panasonic tx-p42s10e s10 model you bought- was that LCD or plasma MS ?
The oul fella will be looking for a large telly (though the 42 "might be a tad large for him)
Also going off topic to fridges - anyone able to recommend the fisher & paykel fridges ?
Am in the market for a new one and she likes the look of these ...
Panasonic 32 inch lzd80 - best in the business by a mile. Top rated tv in which magazine as well - bought one at Christmas - simply superb for sound and picture
Quote from: lynchbhoy on June 30, 2009, 09:27:27 AM
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
the Panasonic tx-p42s10e s10 model you bought- was that LCD or plasma MS ?
The oul fella will be looking for a large telly (though the 42 "might be a tad large for him)
Also going off topic to fridges - anyone able to recommend the fisher & paykel fridges ?
Am in the market for a new one and she likes the look of these ...
Hard to justify paying over a grand for a box to keep the food and drink cold. But that's just me.
Quote from: lynchbhoy on June 30, 2009, 09:27:27 AM
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
the Panasonic tx-p42s10e s10 model you bought- was that LCD or plasma MS ?
The oul fella will be looking for a large telly (though the 42 "might be a tad large for him)
Also going off topic to fridges - anyone able to recommend the fisher & paykel fridges ?
Am in the market for a new one and she likes the look of these ...
Fridges would be on topic, thanks to Doggie Browser.
The Panasonic is a plasma, that's what the the P in P42 stands for..
http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/televisions/0,39030219,49302146,00.htm (http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/televisions/0,39030219,49302146,00.htm)
If your Dad likes his sport, then plasma would be the grandstand premium ticket.
As I wrote, re the Panasonic Plasmas, the P42X10 is not as good as the P42S10.
Panasonic do a 37" Plasma the P37X10,
But IMO for a few quid more the Panasonic TH37PX80 (newer processor) looked better than the P37X.
Other than that I have only had the Plasma for about 2 weeks. it looks better in a shaded room, at least not a room that has the sun coming in on the screen.
For LCDs I don´t know, the usual suspects are the latest from Samsung and Sony.
Best to go to a showroom, even if they have a 100 tvs just concentrate on a few brands within the price range.
They leading brands all have a latest model within a price range.
Usually the discounted tvs are the older models being replaced
LCD Samsungs 37" and 32" - LE37A556 LE 32A558 are replaced by LE37B and LE32B
Newer model means newer processor etc
Quote from: Main Street on June 30, 2009, 11:20:56 AM
Quote from: lynchbhoy on June 30, 2009, 09:27:27 AM
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
the Panasonic tx-p42s10e s10 model you bought- was that LCD or plasma MS ?
The oul fella will be looking for a large telly (though the 42 "might be a tad large for him)
Also going off topic to fridges - anyone able to recommend the fisher & paykel fridges ?
Am in the market for a new one and she likes the look of these ...
Fridges would be on topic, thanks to Doggie Browser.
The Panasonic is a plasma, that's what the the P in P42 stands for..
http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/televisions/0,39030219,49302146,00.htm (http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/televisions/0,39030219,49302146,00.htm)
If your Dad likes his sport, then plasma would be the grandstand premium ticket.
As I wrote, re the Panasonic Plasmas, the P42X10 is not as good as the P42S10.
Panasonic do a 37" Plasma the P37X10,
But IMO for a few quid more the Panasonic TH37PX80 (newer processor) looked better than the P37X.
Other than that I have only had the Plasma for about 2 weeks. it looks better in a shaded room, at least not a room that has the sun coming in on the screen.
For LCDs I don´t know, the usual suspects are the latest from Samsung and Sony.
Best to go to a showroom, even if they have a 100 tvs just concentrate on a few brands within the price range.
They leading brands all have a latest model within a price range.
Usually the discounted tvs are the older models being replaced
LCD Samsungs 37" and 32" - LE37A556 LE 32A558 are replaced by LE37B and LE32B
Newer model means newer processor etc
Thaks MS
I bought a sony a year and a half ago - Sony bravo W series
Good but if sitting too close tothe TV , the picture is blurry/pixelated
However one great thing that I disdnt think about when buying the telly was that it has a matt screen - therefore the bright sunlight does not affect the picture.
I paid a fair bit for the Telly but would look at a panasonic or samsung for the oul lad now that I know that sony is pob not really worth the extra outlay !
There is another option.
Would your Dad take your Sony?
And then you are in the market for a fuzz free Plasma.
Should there be some rumblings from your Missus, I have a range of cast iron excuses that you can use.
The latest one, the strong EMF emanating from the LCD was giving me serious headaches.
Use a "the Doctor said" should it be needed.
I am for buying a 2nd TV for the kitchen. I have decided to go for this TV as it's around £200 and dont want to spend much more. Credit crunch etc
Samsung LE22B450 22-inch Widescreen HD Ready LCD TV with Freeview
I am wondering with the switch over approaching do I need the freeview? or will I just get all the channels come the switch over.
Another thing is the freeview is not much use either because it cant be picked up in my area .
Any advice or help would be appreciated.
I take it there are no TV experts out there to answer my query?? ??? ??? ???
You need to have the freeview built in. If you buy a tv that is not freeview compatible you will receive bugger all come the switch over. However, by the time the switch over is completed in NI you will probably be buying a newer TV.
Quote from: Muzz on August 05, 2009, 04:21:11 PM
You need to have the freeview built in. If you buy a tv that is not freeview compatible you will receive bugger all come the switch over. However, by the time the switch over is completed in NI you will probably be buying a newer TV.
Muzz do u reckon it'l be quite a while before the switch happens here in NI. Do u reckon by dat stage a newer tv will be the answer?
Switchover in Northern ireland is 2012. Its entirely up to you how often you buy a tv. As you know if you buy one today tomorrow there will be a better model out. If you plan to hook it up to Sky or Virgin then you dont need a TV that can receive digital as the Sky or Virgin Box will take care of this for you.
At the minute you cannot receive freeview but before the complete switch over you will be able to receive it. When that is I have no clue.
Choice is all yours...
Quote from: Muzz on August 05, 2009, 04:45:42 PM
Switchover in Northern ireland is 2012. Its entirely up to you how often you buy a tv. As you know if you buy one today tomorrow there will be a better model out. If you plan to hook it up to Sky or Virgin then you dont need a TV that can receive digital as the Sky or Virgin Box will take care of this for you.
At the minute you cannot receive freeview but before the complete switch over you will be able to receive it. When that is I have no clue.
Choice is all yours...
Cheers Muzz.
I already have Sky and just intend getting a magic eye for the tv I am going to buy. I guess getting a freeview will do know harm cos then other people can watch tv in the kitchen using the freeview instead of watching same channel on the sky box in the living room.
Sure I cant go wrong with a samsung 22" ???
There was a alba 19" in argos that had caught my eye for just £129
If you want others to be able to watch the TV in the kitchen they can watch it on analogue...Dont need Freeview for that.
Aye I know that Muzz but come the switch over sure the free will do the same job anyhow. I know its few yrs down da line all the same.
Not much point putting up an aerial for round £100 for just 4 channels ???
Quote from: Karl Kennedy on August 05, 2009, 05:00:12 PM
Aye I know that Muzz but come the switch over sure the free will do the same job anyhow. I know its few yrs down da line all the same.
Not much point putting up an aerial for round £100 for just 4 channels ???
Do you not need the aerial up anyway for freeview?
I am surprised that since the original post indicated that the main reason for the purchase was to watch sports that nobody has mentioned refresh rates. I am at the same stage, throwing out UPC and getting Sky and in order to be somewhat future-proof I won't be buying a telly that has not got 200Hz refresh. I explained all this to a customer d'other day and he went ahead and choose the cheaper option. I don't care whether its a Sony or a Skoda but with new recording and filming techniques I would not settle for less than 200Hz. In yer mans case I was fitting cctv in his pub and he just asked me to fit the tellys. Now when somone passes a ball or hits a fast shot you would think it was been passed through 3" of water with all the streaks behind it.
I'm looking about a TV at the minute. About a 32 inch.
Been looking at this one: http://www.dabs.com/products/toshiba-32rv635db-32--full-hd-ready-5HV0.html?refs=51830000-4294952756
How does it rate?
Or would there be a better place to buy from?
Quote from: Bud Wiser on August 06, 2009, 07:00:27 AM
I am surprised that since the original post indicated that the main reason for the purchase was to watch sports that nobody has mentioned refresh rates. I am at the same stage, throwing out UPC and getting Sky and in order to be somewhat future-proof I won't be buying a telly that has not got 200Hz refresh. I explained all this to a customer d'other day and he went ahead and choose the cheaper option. I don't care whether its a Sony or a Skoda but with new recording and filming techniques I would not settle for less than 200Hz. In yer mans case I was fitting cctv in his pub and he just asked me to fit the tellys. Now when somone passes a ball or hits a fast shot you would think it was been passed through 3" of water with all the streaks behind it.
If refresh rate is such an issue for you, maybe a plasma would be the best way to go.
Bud would not consider buying a TV that is not the subject of a discount for GPA members.
was looking again the other day for a telly for the kitchen.
200mhz refresh rate I think it is so that will keep Bud happy.
the harvey norman salesman was v keen on phillips tv's.
I could get a 32" HD LCD and wall mounting bracket for €450
he was showing me demos of the colours that a phillips could display and then when he switched this over to a samsung - it couldnt display the full range of blacks, whites and the other colours were not as vibrant.
id be inclined to go for this...
What model was the philips?
Looking for a 32" but no wall bracket.
Quote from: Mhic Easmuint on December 07, 2009, 03:23:33 PM
What model was the philips?
Looking for a 32" but no wall bracket.
model no written down at home
http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-32LH3000-32-inch-Widescreen-Freeview/dp/B001UHMT4C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1261924822&sr=1-1
Does anyone know anything about this tv. I will be using it mainly for the PS3.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-TX-P50G10B-50-inch-Widescreen-Freesat/dp/B0025WI4FY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1261925383&sr=8-1
The aul fella is looking this TV for the living room. Anyone know anything about it. Thanks
Woopa
You must have some living room to fit a 50" inch tv and watch it in comfort! Having said that you'll never go far wrong with a Panasonic tv. Check out www.trustedreviews.com as they usually do a fairly comprehensive run down of features, sound and picture quality, value for money etc.
Quote from: Shazam on December 27, 2009, 03:01:27 PM
http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-32LH3000-32-inch-Widescreen-Freeview/dp/B001UHMT4C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1261924822&sr=1-1
Does anyone know anything about this tv. I will be using it mainly for the PS3.
I got the next model up from this for 20 quid more about 3 months ago and find it brilliant, easily the best tv Ive had. This one seems to get similar reviews
Looking a 42inch TV, and have been scouting about the past few days. Trying to avoid the LCD as have a baby that will soon be running around the house poking the life out of the screen. Anyone know of any good deals on 42inch Plasma? I see the 42PQ3000 is retailing at around £500 (LG 42 Inch Plasma). It is HD Ready (720) and therein lies my issue? Should I avoid getting anything other than Full HD (1080P)? Has anyone else got this TV or anything similar and what is their experience with HD or Blu-Ray (I don't use Blu-Ray or HD at the minute but might in the future).
Looking to but a Plasma TV (Preferbly 37").
Anyone know anywhere decent round Derry. Omagh or Strabane where I would get a good deal?
i've used these lads a couple of times - highly recommend them - tv's are normally box opened or refurbs, they give a year's guarantee the same as everything else though.
http://www.electrical-deals.co.uk/
Quote from: Main Street on June 29, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
I reached the stage where I got seriously fed up with my LCD, a few years old Toshiba Rezka 37" (now in my daughters room).
I went to have a look at a Phillips 42 lcd
42" Full HD, 1920x1080p, Pixel Precise, HD, Ambilight Spectra, HD Natural Motion, 80.000:1, 3ms, 100Hz Clear LCD.
More bells and whistles than the Rajdani express considering the price, but alas I was seriously underwhelmed as it still had that pixilated fuzz in the background.
Fortunately the salesman was a plasma freak and guided me over to a cheaper Panasonic tx-p42s10e
I was quite amazed, beautiful picture, a lovely tv for the money, for the first time I could see background properly (I brought my own dvd).
There was a s10 model and a cheaper x10, the s10 was clearly better, or else they have you sussed out when you pass by that detector and program the tvs accordingly.
Back in the house, for the real world test, I am a happy camper.
It took me 5 minutes to put in optimum custom settings, 4 minutes of that was searching the net for someone elses settings.
In the market for a decent TV as my CRT is collapsing in on itself, have been calling around to showrooms and two have strongly recommended this model and the next one up the g10. Would love to push it up to the g15 if I could find one at a decent price. Arnotts have a 50" g10 for €1000, living room won't take it unfortunately :'(
How are you getting on with the s10 MS? I will be watching a lot of Standard Def on it initially and reviews on SD on this set are mixed, how does it perform on the old analogue signal? Also what's the sound like on the inbuilt speakers? Is a surround sound set necessary???
Big questions.
My 42" s10 E?
the honeymoon is over but we have settled into that satisfying and fulfilling period between honeymoon and the first kid.
As mentioned before it does not take glare well. For my room thats no problem.
how does it perform on the old analogue signal?
I don't watch analogue now, but it is fuzzy looking.
Also what's the sound like on the inbuilt speakers?
Tolerable, which by my my standards is not bad.
I am a fusspot when it comes to sound and am easily irritated by poor speakers.
But I don't listen to the inbuilt much.
Is a surround sound set necessary???
This is a much bigger question, as basically your tv question is just a matter of what size of the latest panasonic plasma can you fit into your room and keep your relationship on track.
No, a surround set is not necessary, especially those little plastic Hector Gray style boxes and a bigger plastic box that does bass. But the TV inbuilt speakers are not enough for me. It all depends on your requirements and the tolerance level in your house.
A very simple and effective audio upgrade is using your home stereo amp and speakers.
Take the audio out signal from the back of the tv, the red and the the white rca sockets , plug it into a stereo amp and play the TV sound through the stereo amp&speakers.
You can live with that until you can decide what you want/need.
You have to live with sound, a poor set up will eventually drill into nerves like a pneumatic drill and the bass will have as much life as a sledgehammer hitting a concrete slab.
My minimum standard would be a good amp and a pair of decent speakers. The pair I got were a beautifully crafted Canton Ergo, that take a wide range of sound from 30hz earthquake low bass, to good middle range (acoustic bass) to the highs (sharper high freq sounds). Even ordinary vocals from conversation sounds much better plus clarity of detail.
A set up like that does not need a separate Bassbox (a woofer).
But I did add a 12" bass woofer to the system, after 4 years i just felt I needed a bit of oomph.
I have also surround speakers connected to the amp but 98% of my listening requirement and satisfaction come out from the front 2 speakers.
Here is a picture, though mine are more a lighter beech. Aesthetics are also important. MDF, one of the best materials for cabinets, covered with real wood veneer. The precision with which these are crafted and how the veneer is attached is incredible. You would be hard pressed to tell the cabinet isn't solid wood.
(http://www.digitalcentre.com.au/pictures/74/2/234962-1.jpg)
Thanks for that MS, was also looking at something similar to your Phillips spec but I think the Panny is the one for me. Will look into a surround sound set down the line. Would love if it had USB and DNLA built in but hey, you can't have everything...
Can't beat the 10m hdmi heavy duty cable from the computer to the tv.
Another thing is that the Panny does a good job with improving a signal, also improves the viewing quality of downloaded 700mb .avi films. I use to get the picture pixillated and choppy on a 37" LCD, but fed through the 42"Panny it looks smooth and clear.
With surround sound, if it is just for tv and movies, then the standard is smallish speakers and a bass woofer to take the low sounds. Thats all you need. You can find an all in one package, player/amp/ speakers that looks good and with perfectly adequate sound. You wont all the time be watching stuff that has surround sound, so check that the stereo sound is adequate and that the remote control is unbreakable ;D
Have many on here had problems with 42 inch Plasma TVs? Thinking of getting the 42pz70 but only 1 years warranty with it for £700. Is the 1 year too risky?
Quote from: Croí na hÉireann on March 08, 2010, 06:30:54 PM
Thanks for that MS, was also looking at something similar to your Phillips spec but I think the Panny is the one for me. Will look into a surround sound set down the line. Would love if it had USB and DNLA built in but hey, you can't have everything...
I have the Panasonics 50 V10, It has internet capability through Panasonic's own "Vieracast" , can watch youtube, eurosport and a few others ... It also has DLNA built in, so can play music, videos from a media server on the same network ...
It also has Freesat built in ...
I have it hooked up to a Denon 1909 amp with 7.1 surround sound, very happy with it !!
I bought it through Watters electrical - culloville, best price I could find in Ireland and was very close to online prices in UK ... Delivered free of charge to Dublin ...
Good shout on Watters Electrical, they delivered the Panasonic G20 down to me for a little more than what the stores down here were asking for the G10. Plugged rabbit ears into it and it picked up the DTT channels straight away, excellent quality too, delighted with it.
from my experience Panasonic & Samsung have an awful freeview guide.
Sony one is the best job.
Is it possible to get Freeview HD TVs, with a built in HDD for recording? Plus, can you get TVs north of the border, with digital RTEs, TV3 and TG4 tuners?
Quote from: ziggysego on October 04, 2010, 12:47:23 PM
Is it possible to get Freeview HD TVs, with a built in HDD for recording? Plus, can you get TVs north of the border, with digital RTEs, TV3 and TG4 tuners?
If you can pick up the signal an MPEG 4 tuner will get you the Irish DTT stations. My G20 picks them up no problem and has a FreeSat decoder built in as well (it's a British model). No built in HDD though but you can use an external one through the USB port. Works like a dream but my only issue with it is that you can't record one channel whilst watching another.
Cheers Croí na hÉireann, glad to hear there's MPEG 4 tuner here. I can get RTEs via analogue, so I'm presuming that means I'll get it digitially.
Quote from: ziggysego on October 04, 2010, 01:24:44 PM
Cheers Croí na hÉireann, glad to hear there's MPEG 4 tuner here. I can get RTEs via analogue, so I'm presuming that means I'll get it digitially.
I'd double check what antenna you're getting your signal from and if they are broadcasting digital first. But if they are and your analogue is of a decent quality then there shouldn't be a problem receiving digital.
Quote from: ziggysego on October 04, 2010, 12:47:23 PM
Is it possible to get Freeview HD TVs, with a built in HDD for recording? Plus, can you get TVs north of the border, with digital RTEs, TV3 and TG4 tuners?
If you wanted a recording set up that functions better than Sky+, I think you have to get another box.
the Humax FOXSAT would be the top of the pile.
My Panny TXP42 tuner can handle dvb-t - mpeg2 - regular digital transmission - picked up by a suitable antennae.
Those images are bit too soft for my taste. But as I hardly watch dvd-t I haven´t bothered to figure it out.
The G20 has a dvt-t2 tuner for hd mpeg4
Anybody know anything about these new 3D TVs ?
Seen a Sony one recently - looks deadly. Picture quality is unreal.
Test drove one in a shop last week, truly incredible experience but I honestly have better things to do with £1800 right now and I felt a bit of a dick standing in House of Fraser with those £90 glasses on :D
Its not just the depth of image that is enhanced but the colour and contrast is the mutts nuts too.
Quote from: caughtredhanded on November 25, 2010, 11:12:14 PM
Test drove one in a shop last week, truly incredible experience but I honestly have better things to do with £1800 right now and I felt a bit of a dick standing in House of Fraser with those £90 glasses on :D
Its not just the depth of image that is enhanced but the colour and contrast is the mutts nuts too.
The yokes I from £1100 - £1500 - Sony refunds the VAT.
The pictures were outstanding. The boyo in the shop was telling me that they're putting Twitter and Facebook on the screen soon.
The technology is incredible.
Not fussed for 3d on anything other than golf at the minute. Football is particularly poor at the minute because of the strange camera angles they have to use just to show off the 3d. That said you can get a Samsung tv which gets very good reviews starting at 700 online so if I was buying a new tv anyway I would probably consider 3d
Quote from: David McKeown on November 26, 2010, 09:39:56 AM
Not fussed for 3d on anything other than golf at the minute. Football is particularly poor at the minute because of the strange camera angles they have to use just to show off the 3d. That said you can get a Samsung tv which gets very good reviews starting at 700 online so if I was buying a new tv anyway I would probably consider 3d
I watched the United/City derby a few weeks ago in the Errigal Inn, Belfast on 3D. Was very very disappointed, i thought 3D was supposed to like come out of the TV at you ??? I though the camera angles where shocking as well.
Think 3D probably works better in animated programmes.
Quote from: ExiledGael on September 17, 2008, 05:32:26 PM
Have a Samsung 37" and haven't had a problem.
Forget about the Plasma and maybe just get the LCD HD ready but you pay extra for anything to do with the HD and then you've to pay extra to Sky or whoever to recieve all your channels in HD mode. Waste of money for very little difference if you ask me.
I got the Sam Sung 46" but not LCD, I got LED and there is a huge difference between the HD and standard with Sky. Maybe you did not have to suffer UPC long enough to appreciate the HD but to me it makes an awful lot of difference.
D'other thing to consider I was told by a young lad in Curry's is the standard distance from the telly or the size of room it is in to the size of screen formula and he said you can actually have too big a screen as well as too small, if that makes any sense.
So are they not worth the money then ??
Quote from: Bud Wiser on November 26, 2010, 01:30:22 PM
Quote from: ExiledGael on September 17, 2008, 05:32:26 PM
Have a Samsung 37" and haven't had a problem.
Forget about the Plasma and maybe just get the LCD HD ready but you pay extra for anything to do with the HD and then you've to pay extra to Sky or whoever to recieve all your channels in HD mode. Waste of money for very little difference if you ask me.
I got the Sam Sung 46" but not LCD, I got LED and there is a huge difference between the HD and standard with Sky. Maybe you did not have to suffer UPC long enough to appreciate the HD but to me it makes an awful lot of difference.
D'other thing to consider I was told by a young lad in Curry's is the standard distance from the telly or the size of room it is in to the size of screen formula and he said you can actually have too big a screen as well as too small, if that makes any sense.
Absolutely Bud, you should buy your screen size to suit your room, viewing distance is everything. Basic guidelines here:
(http://www.the-home-cinema-guide.com/image-files/tv-viewing-distance-02.jpg)
Reading this thread and looking to buy a new Tv myself for the sitting room. Looking between 42 and 50 inch. the general feeling reading the thread is to opt for a Panasonic Plasma TV, anyone any good recommendations?
Panasonic Plasma
After winning a Walker LCD 32 " , The young one is delighted with it in her room . I have never heard of them , will I get the year out of it ?
I've entered The Gadget Show competition. If I win, I'll tell you all about the TVs :D
Quote from: downredblack on December 17, 2010, 09:14:37 PM
After winning a Walker LCD 32 " , The young one is delighted with it in her room . I have never heard of them , will I get the year out of it ?
not a bad set,most of them are mpeg4 tuner so with the right aerial you will get rte through freeview.
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
I am useless at this but if I had to guess I'd say your refresh rate is too low. Look for something on settings like 60hz and change it around. Or wait until someone in here that knows what they are doing comes in!
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 22, 2010, 10:54:17 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
I am useless at this but if I had to guess I'd say your refresh rate is too low. Look for something on settings like 60hz and change it around. Or wait until someone in here that knows what they are doing comes in!
:D thanks norf tyrone i'm useless at this stuff as well
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 11:40:13 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
i just have it a couple of weeks David so i'm assuming its an up to date model led tv . i have tried looking at the settings but can't see anything for sport on it but i'll have another look this evening if i can't find anything i 'll probably get back to you with the model number . Thanks
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 11:50:19 AM
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 11:40:13 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
i just have it a couple of weeks David so i'm assuming its an up to date model led tv . i have tried looking at the settings but can't see anything for sport on it but i'll have another look this evening if i can't find anything i 'll probably get back to you with the model number . Thanks
Excellent sorry didn't see the bit about it being a present, the Samsung LED's are great tv's once properly calibrated.
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 12:03:35 PM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 11:50:19 AM
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 11:40:13 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
i just have it a couple of weeks David so i'm assuming its an up to date model led tv . i have tried looking at the settings but can't see anything for sport on it but i'll have another look this evening if i can't find anything i 'll probably get back to you with the model number . Thanks
Excellent sorry didn't see the bit about it being a present, the Samsung LED's are great tv's once properly calibrated.
Thats good to know thanks for your help David .
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 11:50:19 AM
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 11:40:13 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
i just have it a couple of weeks David so i'm assuming its an up to date model led tv . i have tried looking at the settings but can't see anything for sport on it but i'll have another look this evening if i can't find anything i 'll probably get back to you with the model number . Thanks
I have a Samsung. Did you check the manual? Usually there is recommended settings for different things. One of which would be sport which would have fast moving images. It might be stuck on the wrong setting.
Quote from: GalwayBayBoy on December 22, 2010, 12:08:28 PM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 11:50:19 AM
Quote from: David McKeown on December 22, 2010, 11:40:13 AM
Quote from: the Deel Rover on December 22, 2010, 10:47:37 AM
Got a present of a samsung lcd led tv. There is a great picture off it untill you watch a football match then there appears to be shadows as the players run (not doing a good job explianing this) any one any ideas of what could be wrong ???
If you let me know the model number I might be able to be of more assistance but one of two things comes to mind. Either you have one of the early model Samsung LED tvs which looks great until something moves or hopefully you have it on some kind of movie preset, my Pannasonic tv is crap for sports until you turn it to the game preset then its one of the best tvs ive ever seen for sport. As a result you should look for a button (usually one of the colour buttons) on your remote that changes the picture settings. Youll probably have options such as cinema, game, sport etc
i just have it a couple of weeks David so i'm assuming its an up to date model led tv . i have tried looking at the settings but can't see anything for sport on it but i'll have another look this evening if i can't find anything i 'll probably get back to you with the model number . Thanks
I have a Samsung. Did you check the manual? Usually there is recommended settings for different things. One of which would be sport which would have fast moving images. It might be stuck on the wrong setting.
yup GBB i thought i has it set on the sports settings but i'll have look again
Any good deals on TVs about lads? I'm looking to try and pick up around 40" one over the next few days- at the minute it's looking like a Bush one from Argos at £299. Does anyone have one of these?
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5369973.htm#pdpFullProductInformation
Quote from: isourboydownyet on December 18, 2010, 01:17:06 PM
Quote from: downredblack on December 17, 2010, 09:14:37 PM
After winning a Walker LCD 32 " , The young one is delighted with it in her room . I have never heard of them , will I get the year out of it ?
not a bad set,most of them are mpeg4 tuner so with the right aerial you will get rte through freeview.
Bought one of these a year ago for the spare room. The price was right and i have to say not a problem with it. Walker used to be Mitsubishi TV in a previous life.
Quote from: Take Your Points on December 26, 2010, 03:12:39 PM
Quote from: take_yer_points on December 26, 2010, 11:52:43 AM
Any good deals on TVs about lads? I'm looking to try and pick up around 40" one over the next few days- at the minute it's looking like a Bush one from Argos at £299. Does anyone have one of these?
Run a mile from Bush, Alba, Goodwins. There are plenty of good TVs for the same money even from Argos. At the minute there is a clear out of HD ready lcd and plasma tvs in many stores for around £300.
I have a 37 inch bush tv that's nearly 4 years old and I haven't had a single problem with it.
Was talking to a guy who works in tv repairs and he said that's it's great now because most high spec tvs (samsung, lg etc) now have bush innards with their own casing on it. They buy the technology from bush, stick their own cover on and bump the price up a hundred or two.
But that's just what I've been told and experienced. The other brands might look slicker but imo the viewing quality isn't compromised.
Can't comment on alba or the rest though.
Quote from: flantheman82 on December 26, 2010, 06:56:53 PM
Quote from: Take Your Points on December 26, 2010, 03:12:39 PM
Quote from: take_yer_points on December 26, 2010, 11:52:43 AM
Any good deals on TVs about lads? I'm looking to try and pick up around 40" one over the next few days- at the minute it's looking like a Bush one from Argos at £299. Does anyone have one of these?
Run a mile from Bush, Alba, Goodwins. There are plenty of good TVs for the same money even from Argos. At the minute there is a clear out of HD ready lcd and plasma tvs in many stores for around £300.
I have a 37 inch bush tv that's nearly 4 years old and I haven't had a single problem with it.
Was talking to a guy who works in tv repairs and he said that's it's great now because most high spec tvs (samsung, lg etc) now have bush innards with their own casing on it. They buy the technology from bush, stick their own cover on and bump the price up a hundred or two.
But that's just what I've been told and experienced. The other brands might look slicker but imo the viewing quality isn't compromised.
Can't comment on alba or the rest though.
not true,bush, goodmans, technika and even some of the entry models of jvc and tosh all use vestel chassis which are made in turkey
Anybody ever deal with Richer Sounds in Belfast? Some great deals on at the minute, the aul fella got a couple of TVs off them in the past and said they are a great bunch to deal with. Cheapest about apparently.
Richer Sounds are spot on...will price match for you also!
That includes warranty - so if its a tv with 5 year warranty for £500 they will give you the exact same price!
Can't speak highly enough of Richer Sounds although I'm in there that often I'm on first name terms with all the staff
Quote from: JimStynes on December 27, 2010, 02:16:46 PM
Anybody ever deal with Richer Sounds in Belfast? Some great deals on at the minute, the aul fella got a couple of TVs off them in the past and said they are a great bunch to deal with. Cheapest about apparently.
Fella in work will buy electronics only from them for the reasons you mention above.
Im lookin to get a 42 inch for around £400, or less if I can.
There are some good deals on currys, argos, etc, but I want one that definetly has mpeg4 on it so that I can get rte. But on all of the spec info theres no mention of mpeg2 or mpeg4. Are these details listed under some other definition or abbreviation in the specs or am i missing something? Do the majority of these sets have mpeg4 or is only available on the more expensive models?
I want to be sure before i order online, otherwise Il just have to pay the bit extra and buy locally.
Thanks to anyone who can help.
Anyone know if this would be a good buy? £299 in Argos:
Sony KDL32BX300U 32 Inch HD Ready LCD TV
I dont know what size of a room you're looking at - but Ive a 32 inch in a 15 ft square living room and its just a bit too small. I wish Id have put the money towards a bit of a bigger one and I wouldnt be having to fork out for the upgrade now. That said - the bedroom is getting the 32 inch tv, so its not all loss.
Quote from: Malvinas on December 28, 2010, 06:19:21 PM
Im lookin to get a 42 inch for around £400, or less if I can.
There are some good deals on currys, argos, etc, but I want one that definetly has mpeg4 on it so that I can get rte. But on all of the spec info theres no mention of mpeg2 or mpeg4. Are these details listed under some other definition or abbreviation in the specs or am i missing something? Do the majority of these sets have mpeg4 or is only available on the more expensive models?
I want to be sure before i order online, otherwise Il just have to pay the bit extra and buy locally.
Thanks to anyone who can help.
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056096032
A very useful thread.
Was looking at this TV from Tescos:
Technika 32-2011 32" HD Ready LCD with built in DVD Player for £299.
Anyone ever have any issues with a TV/DVD combo or have you ever heard of the manufacturer?
anyone got a 3d tv?
Treated myself to a Panasonic TX-P42S20B Plasma TV out of currys. Got it for £530, not bad, love it ;D Anyone else treat themselves to a new TV over the festive period?
http://www.dixons.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42s20b-42-full-hd-plasma-tv-04965896-pdt.html
Quote from: Jimmy on December 29, 2010, 04:13:57 PM
Was looking at this TV from Tescos:
Technika 32-2011 32" HD Ready LCD with built in DVD Player for £299.
Anyone ever have any issues with a TV/DVD combo or have you ever heard of the manufacturer?
A mate of mine had to return two of these in the last few months because of a problem caused by overheating when the dvd was playing. Ive heard others complain about similar things mind you with other tv/dvd combos
Buy Panasonic. Most others are crap and Sony, Philips and the other once top brands have sold out incorporating cheap components to compete. Sad
Looking into buying a small 19-22 inch TV for the Kitchen. I was wondering do any of them come with a recording facility now? IE. a hard drive built in? I know that on some you can record via the usb onto a pen drive etc.
Quote from: DirtyDozen12 on January 02, 2011, 07:30:11 PM
Treated myself to a Panasonic TX-P42S20B Plasma TV out of currys. Got it for £530, not bad, love it ;D Anyone else treat themselves to a new TV over the festive period?
http://www.dixons.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42s20b-42-full-hd-plasma-tv-04965896-pdt.html
I got a 40'' LCD Samsung 3D TV, with 3D Blu Ray player and 3 pairs of active classes for €999. I love it, internet@TV et al. I'm still waiting for Sky to give me the HD box though.
Quote from: AZOffaly on January 10, 2011, 11:37:49 AM
Quote from: DirtyDozen12 on January 02, 2011, 07:30:11 PM
Treated myself to a Panasonic TX-P42S20B Plasma TV out of currys. Got it for £530, not bad, love it ;D Anyone else treat themselves to a new TV over the festive period?
http://www.dixons.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42s20b-42-full-hd-plasma-tv-04965896-pdt.html
I got a 40'' LCD Samsung 3D TV, with 3D Blu Ray player and 3 pairs of active classes for €999. I love it, internet@TV et al. I'm still waiting for Sky to give me the HD box though.
Feck thats a great deal,have you watched anything in 3D yet?
Where did you buy?
Harvey Norman RLL. I've watched a couple of downloaded things from IMAX, and Shrek in 3D so far. It is disconcerting at first, but great when you get used to it. I'm looking forward to getting the HD in because I've watched soccer and rugby on the brother in laws 3D and it was excellent.
I'd say someone peaking in from the road would think we were all mad though, sitting around with sunglasses on :D
I'm very tempted to take the plunge for 3D but was waiting for the price to come down,999e is excellent for the package you got and I wouldn't mind having Samsung even though I am a Sony fan.
I have a feeling my current TV might have a little accident in the near future...
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on January 10, 2011, 11:57:04 AM
I'm very tempted to take the plunge for 3D but was waiting for the price to come down,999e is excellent for the package you got and I wouldn't mind having Samsung even though I am a Sony fan.
I have a feeling my current TV might have a little accident in the near future...
The way I looked at it was I didn't have a Blu Ray player of any description, and my TV was 9 years old 32'' widescreen, not Plasma or anything, and definitely not HD. So I was going to buy a full HD and when I looked at the deal I reckoned I'd probably be getting the 3D for €150 or so when compared to a Full HD TV without a Blu Ray player.
I like the 3D, and have seen it, so I said I'd go for the 3D on the basis that it was a decent deal and 3D is definitely getting used on Sky HD. Sure worst case scenario is I paid too much for a full HD TV :)
Sounds like a great bit of kit there AZ!
I bought this yesterday after a bit of shopping around, nothing fancy but it's my first TV so wasn't going to go overboard as i'm moving into my own place on Friday and money is getting tight. Does anyone know if it's a half decent machine? I got it for £280 inc delivery and same TV in local electrical store was £369.
http://www.bhsdirect.co.uk/BH_LG_TVs___LCD_20012903/version.asp
Ara there was better there. I'd have liked an LED, but there is a recession on after all :) It'll do me though, and I'm happy with it so far. Can't wait for the Sky HD to really see how good or bad it is.
Quote from: The Real Laoislad on January 10, 2011, 11:57:04 AM
I'm very tempted to take the plunge for 3D but was waiting for the price to come down,999e is excellent for the package you got and I wouldn't mind having Samsung even though I am a Sony fan.
I have a feeling my current TV might have a little accident in the near future...
would it not make more sense to wait a few years? There's very little content out there at the minute and surely the whole set-up will advance significantly over the next year or so? Not to mention the inevitable decreases in price.
Quote from: omagh_gael on January 10, 2011, 12:03:53 PM
Sounds like a great bit of kit there AZ!
I bought this yesterday after a bit of shopping around, nothing fancy but it's my first TV so wasn't going to go overboard as i'm moving into my own place on Friday and money is getting tight. Does anyone know if it's a half decent machine? I got it for £280 inc delivery and same TV in local electrical store was £369.
http://www.bhsdirect.co.uk/BH_LG_TVs___LCD_20012903/version.asp
a decent set omagh,best of the entry models out there
Looking for a wee cheap TV about £100 odd ideally with HD and freeview. . . will I be able to do it for that price or does anyone have any any ideas where I should go??!!
Quote from: isourboydownyet on January 10, 2011, 01:11:09 PM
Quote from: omagh_gael on January 10, 2011, 12:03:53 PM
Sounds like a great bit of kit there AZ!
I bought this yesterday after a bit of shopping around, nothing fancy but it's my first TV so wasn't going to go overboard as i'm moving into my own place on Friday and money is getting tight. Does anyone know if it's a half decent machine? I got it for £280 inc delivery and same TV in local electrical store was £369.
http://www.bhsdirect.co.uk/BH_LG_TVs___LCD_20012903/version.asp
a decent set omagh,best of the entry models out there
Cheers.
My mid 90s tv is showing increasing signs of demise, so I thought I'd invest in a slim new model (might do the same with the other half).
I have in mind a 37" model with LED backlighting.
However this caught my eye (40" actually cheaper than 37") €639 Powercity.
SAMSUNG 40" 50HZ LED FULL HD UE40C5100:
any observations welcome.
I too am in the market for a new tv as I'm currently getting an extension done that will include another sitting room. Something around the 42" mark and obviously HD. Trying to talk the other half into 3d but it's not happening yet... Any good deals knocking around?
Anyone buy anything lately that was impressive..in the market for maybe a 37/40 tv to mount on my bedroom wall..hope to use it for playing playstation a fair bit so on look out for something suitable...any help be great
Quote from: bigfrank on February 03, 2011, 08:15:45 PM
Anyone buy anything lately that was impressive..in the market for maybe a 37/40 tv to mount on my bedroom wall..hope to use it for playing playstation a fair bit so on look out for something suitable...any help be great
I bought this one just after Christmas...
http://uk.insight.com/en-gb/productinfo/lcd-tvs-and-displays/SOKDL2200C
Couldn't be happier with it. Can plug in the ethernet cable from the router and watch iPlayer, YouTube, etc... on it as well - very good.
I bought a Samsung 3D LCD 40'', and I am very happy with it. Picture is class, and while it's not LED, it's more than good enough for me.
Panasonic or pioneer - best by miles - always top of the Which* ratings as well
Hello
I am currently on the look out for a a new TV. I have an LG 32" in the Living Room which I am going to put in the sunroom as the TV in there is a 21 inch and its picture recently is poor.
I want to buy a 40" tv for the living room now. I have my eye on SAMSUNG LE40C530 40 inch LCD TV 1080p HD Ready Freeview.
Would anyone have any other recommendations on any other brands?
Also has anyone ever dealt with http://www.richersounds.com/product/lcd-tv/samsung/le40c530/sams-le40c530
They seem very reasonably priced and with a 5 year guarantee for £35 extra.
Richer are a great group of guys and are really knowledgeable, I would constantly use them for all my av stuff (to the point where I am now on first name terms with everyone in the store) but they like me are not big fans of the Samsung tv's, the Sony KDL 503 range seem to be winning all the plaudits at the minute but it really depends on your situation what tv is best for you. I would go have a chat with them if I were you. I would try to avoid Currys etc as they really try to push older models or lower speced models to drive sales
Quote from: David McKeown on June 20, 2011, 03:17:49 PM
Richer are a great group of guys and are really knowledgeable, I would constantly use them for all my av stuff (to the point where I am now on first name terms with everyone in the store) but they like me are not big fans of the Samsung tv's, the Sony KDL 503 range seem to be winning all the plaudits at the minute but it really depends on your situation what tv is best for you. I would go have a chat with them if I were you. I would try to avoid Currys etc as they really try to push older models or lower speced models to drive sales
Thanks for that. What impressed me most about Richer Sounds was their 5 year guarantee which was pretty cheap and of course the likes of currys, argos dont give you that offer.
I have the tv on a wall bracket and I want to make sure I can get another TV to fit it cause dont want to take it down as I have no room to put it on a stand.
As long as the tv has HD, good sound, freeview for the switch over next year I am happy. A friend has a Samsung 40" with sky HD and I was very keen on getting the sky HD as the quality of picture was fantastic
D MC K are you better just going to them directly and dealing with them or buy online with richer sounds?
I find going to them isnt a bad idea as you can sometimes (although not as often as other shops) get a bit of a deal,
Sound on all flat screens is shite imo (im a big audiophile though so you may not agree). The 5 year gurantee is superb as its 10% of the price of the TV and if I remember correctly is refunded in the event you dont claim on it.
The bracket is pretty standard these days so shouldnt be too much of a problem. Freeview is also standard nowadays in fact freewview HD is almost a standard.
If you think SKY HD looks good grab a Sony S370 Blu Ray player for 100 quid and watch a few blu rays, the quality on those is much higher than Sky HD
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=1105
Richersounds have their own forum on boards.ie where you can ask any question and they will answer almost stright away. The people who answer for them are managers and senior sales ( even their MD John on occasion) so they are very knowledgable and they give great deals every now and then on the site. Well worth putting a query on there .
I am in the hunt for a TV up to 50" (or so) at the minute.
It would be in a bright room that faces south west so would I be better going with a LCD or LED rather than a Plasma or does it matter?
I dont think I will be hooking up a blu-ray player any time soon so I would just be watching sports and regular movies.
Can anyone recommend a model or have any advice?
Quote from: AbbeySider on July 23, 2011, 11:06:56 PM
I am in the hunt for a TV up to 50" (or so) at the minute.
It would be in a bright room that faces south west so would I be better going with a LCD or LED rather than a Plasma or does it matter?
I dont think I will be hooking up a blu-ray player any time soon so I would just be watching sports and regular movies.
Can anyone recommend a model or have any advice?
Getting time for an upgrade on our living room tv too. Try here...
http://trustedreviews.co.uk/tvs?att_187%5B%5D=40in+-+49in (http://trustedreviews.co.uk/tvs?att_187%5B%5D=40in+-+49in)
Ignore the prices on that site, you'll get cheaper.
Right tis the time of the year and the bargains are starting to hit the shops. Looking for something around 42" less than £500. 3D worth looking at or is it a passing fad?
Seen this yoke in the Irish News today.
http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html (http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html)
Quote from: Tony Baloney on November 26, 2011, 08:03:52 PM
Right tis the time of the year and the bargains are starting to hit the shops. Looking for something around 42" less than £500. 3D worth looking at or is it a passing fad?
Seen this yoke in the Irish News today.
http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html (http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html)
3D seems to be just that...a passing fad, haven't really took of here anyway :-\
Quote from: Tyrones own on November 26, 2011, 08:13:17 PM
Quote from: Tony Baloney on November 26, 2011, 08:03:52 PM
Right tis the time of the year and the bargains are starting to hit the shops. Looking for something around 42" less than £500. 3D worth looking at or is it a passing fad?
Seen this yoke in the Irish News today.
http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html (http://www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p42ut30b-42-full-hd-plasma-3d-tv-with-two-free-pairs-of-3d-glasses-11854683-pdt.html)
3D seems to be just that...a passing fad, haven't really took of here anyway :-\
The 3D is a just an inbuilt option on a very good Panasonic.
Even if you never use that option, you still have an excellent plasma tv for £500
http://www.cheap-lcd-tv.co.uk/51_Samsung_PS51D450B_HD_Ready_Digital_Freeview_Plasma_TV_1247_d
51 Samsung PS51D450B HD Ready Digital Freeview Plasma TV. Just been flicking about online and stumbled across this...seemed very cheap for the size of the tv..would look great mounted on my wall :) Wonder does Santa read the gaaboard ;D
Quote51 Samsung PS51D450B HD Ready Digital Freeview Plasma TV
With such a big screen you'd be better with a full HD to get Freeview HD and also Saorview.
This is already out of date I suspect, but might be OK if you are plugging it into a cable or satellite service.
BF - If you're going to invest in the big TV - you may as well do it right. That tv is 720 - and as someone who just a few weeks ago upgraded from 720 to 1080p the 1080 is much much better
Still a grand tv mind you and a decent price.
Better in what way Puck?? i just stumbled across that tv online as it was on the hot list for xmas or something...
The resolution enhancement in my living room (granted its not that big a room and I may be closer to the the tv than you), is completely noticeable from the 720 to the 1080p. Sometimes a bit too much - I was able to see the pores on Lisbeth Salander's face the other day. Didn't have that with my 720p 36 inch.
Frank,
reasons to not go near that tv:
1. it's only 720p. All HD formats are quickly moving to 1080p so you'll not get the benefit.
2. if you are watching normal tv you will need to sit back at least a distance of about 15 feet from the telly or you'll notice pixellation in the images (about 10 feet if watching 720p)
3. the Freeview tuner doesn't support HD which will be available here next year. Won't support Saorview either.
4. you'll need a small generator to run it.
Anyone notice any good buys in the sales these days, budget about £400.
Keep it simple, consider the best 42" Panasonic plasma you can get for around £400 and compare it to other similarly priced plasmas, then chose the Panasonic.
Have to say I'm enjoying 3D on the telly I got before Christmas. Thought it was shite originally then I got a couple of quality rips off TPB and it's pretty good. Couldn't watch it for more then an hour and a half though. Really needs to be a made for 3D movie as well to make it worthwhile watching. The effects in this one are superb http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1365048/ (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1365048/) - Kind of Crouching Tiger meets Avatar meeting Debbie Does Dallas. :D
Sorry for asking a stupid question but with the phasing out of analogue TV how do the new TV pick up a signal? I wont have a sky box so does that mean i have to get a freeview box ( and then do i haev a get a dish?)
Nah, all tellys have digital tuners build into them now. Just plug your aerial in as and it'll pick-up the Freeview channels.
ASDA have a 40 inch samsung for £345, 1080 at the moment. Seems like agood deal.
Cheers Ulick, i went into Maplins and the gimp working there was trying to sell me a super receiver/tuner set ...
Getting my head mangled looking for smart TV's and the like now!
Maplins in grand if you know what you are after and need it in a hurry, otherwise I wouldn't bother as their stuff is usually overpriced (compared to web) and a lot of the time doesn't do what you'd expect it to do. For example I was in last year for something and they were selling a load of media players at what seemed a very low price. The boys at the counter were giving it the hard sale until I reeled off a number of fairly standard video formats and asked if it could handle them (it couldn't), if it could play HD (it could he said) so I asked what file system it used. After looking it up he said FAT32, which basically meant it wouldn't handle files over 4Gb i.e. pretty much any HD file over an hour long.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toshiba-Regza-32DB833B-32-Full-HD-LED-TV-Freeview-Integrated-Blu-Ray-Player-/200695979008?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_Video_Televisions&hash=item2eba699c00
Looking at this TV , anything jump out not to buy it?
On the inbuilt free view tuners
The Panasonic 42" plasma has the DVB-T2 free view tuner inbuilt, as distinct from the Samsung which has the cheaper, older DVB-T tuner.
I just thought I'd mention that :)
I'm looking at a wee TV for the spare room. Most have Freeview built-in.
Do I need a rooftop aerial for it, or should I be able to receive a quality picture without one?
Also, do all Freeview enabled TVs now pick up RTE, TG4 etc?
Quote from: BennyCake on February 07, 2012, 04:21:30 PM
I'm looking at a wee TV for the spare room. Most have Freeview built-in.
Do I need a rooftop aerial for it, or should I be able to receive a quality picture without one?
Also, do all Freeview enabled TVs now pick up RTE, TG4 etc?
That thorny question is a whole other thread...
http://gaaboard.com/board/index.php?topic=18064.0
QuoteDo I need a rooftop aerial for it, or should I be able to receive a quality picture without one?
Depends where you are. Do you get analogue TV without an aerial?
QuoteAlso, do all Freeview enabled TVs now pick up RTE, TG4 etc?
It is not really all that thorny a question. Pretty much any Saorview approved TV (http://www.saorview.ie/products-retailers/saorview-approved-product-listings/) will pick up Freeview. Any FreeView
HD TV will almost certainly be fine for Saorview.
Quote from: armaghniac on February 07, 2012, 04:52:15 PM
QuoteDo I need a rooftop aerial for it, or should I be able to receive a quality picture without one?
Depends where you are. Do you get analogue TV without an aerial?
I do. It's watchable most of the time (with a indoor aerial).
QuoteI do. It's watchable most of the time (with a indoor aerial).
Then in October the digital signal should be fine. At present the power of the digital signal is reduced, but when the analogue is turned off they will turn it up full blast. They'll be doing tests on this during the middle of the night before then, if you fancy tuning your set about 4am. :)
Any bargains to be had @ the minute?
What's the most important criteria to look out for and what are the best brands?
Thinking between 46-50''.
Quote from: Fionntamhnach on March 07, 2012, 05:45:10 PM
Quote from: STREET FIGHTER on March 07, 2012, 05:06:34 PM
Any bargains to be had @ the minute?
What's the most important criteria to look out for and what are the best brands?
Thinking between 46-50''.
Good bargains for those screen sizes tend not to be as common as they are for the 32"-42" ranges. Also you'll have missed the boat concerning after-Christmas sales bargains. A quick check throws up a couple of Panasonic TV's, a 50 inch (http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p50g30b-50-full-hd-plasma-tv-10388043-pdt.html?srcid=369) plasma and a 46 inch 3D (http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p46st30b-full-hd-46-plasma-3d-tv-10164530-pdt.html?srcid=369&xtor=AL-1&cmpid=aff%7EHotUKDeals%7E) TV at £549 each. Both are full HD (1920x1080 pixels), have Freeview HD tuners and have internet connectivity, but Panny have developed a reputation over the last few years in not supporting their products as well as other manufacturers. There's also an LG 47" on Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-47LV355U-47-inch-Widescreen-Freeview/dp/B004ZC3HZY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1331141517&sr=8-4) at £550 which is also Full HD but lacks Smart TV applications and is Freeview only, so no Freeview HD.
Thanks. Will take a look at those models.
Quote from: Fionntamhnach on March 07, 2012, 05:45:10 PM
Quote from: STREET FIGHTER on March 07, 2012, 05:06:34 PM
Any bargains to be had @ the minute?
What's the most important criteria to look out for and what are the best brands?
Thinking between 46-50''.
Good bargains for those screen sizes tend not to be as common as they are for the 32"-42" ranges. Also you'll have missed the boat concerning after-Christmas sales bargains. A quick check throws up a couple of Panasonic TV's, a 50 inch (http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p50g30b-50-full-hd-plasma-tv-10388043-pdt.html?srcid=369) plasma and a 46 inch 3D (http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/panasonic-viera-tx-p46st30b-full-hd-46-plasma-3d-tv-10164530-pdt.html?srcid=369&xtor=AL-1&cmpid=aff%7EHotUKDeals%7E) TV at £549 each. Both are full HD (1920x1080 pixels), have Freeview HD tuners and have internet connectivity, but Panny have developed a reputation over the last few years in not supporting their products as well as other manufacturers. There's also an LG 47" on Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/LG-47LV355U-47-inch-Widescreen-Freeview/dp/B004ZC3HZY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1331141517&sr=8-4) at £550 which is also Full HD but lacks Smart TV applications and is Freeview only, so no Freeview HD.
What site do you use to search for deals on TVs Fionntamhnach?
I'm after a full HD 32" that i can hook up to the laptop
keep an eye on hotukdeals.com for tv deals , they usually have good deals from the main electrical shops & amazon/play etc
Looking a 32 Inch TV DVD Combi- if anyone sees a good deal
Thinking about getting a 50" tv myself.
On this link here:
http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/televisions/301_3002_30002_xx_BA00002718-BV00171824/xx-criteria.html
I take it there is a difference between 'HD Ready' and 'Full HD'?
Also when you say Panasonic don't support their products? Do you mean if something goes wrong with it you are screwed?
I assume he's talking about them not being very good at supplying firmware updates to old models.
My 3/4 yr old panny has an Ethernet port but I never did get the firmware to make use of it that the sales guy promised would come. Forces me to buy new if I want to avail of those features
Cheers for the advice lads
Question for the tech heads here:
I am thinking of getting an iMac to double as a second TV/DVD player for junior. AFAIK the 27" is the biggest going. The question is can the iMac successfully double as a TV/DVD player and what issues should I be considering? Cheers.
Looking for a bit of advice lads.
I live in Co Fermanagh. I'm going to upgrade the telly. I'm currently working off a (admittedly great) 10 year old Toshiba. I've a Freeview box attached with digital recorder built in. So I'm watching RTE et al off the analogue system and can't record off them. I've seen tellys advertised as being "Saorview Ready". What does this actually mean? The Freeview HD enabling is advertised for 24 October. Basically I want (if possible) to be able to record championship games and the Sunday Game without four different boxes and 2 miles of cable.
Somebody mentioned the Sony Bravia?
Any suggestions?
Quote from: AQMP on March 15, 2012, 10:06:26 AM
Looking for a bit of advice lads.
I live in Co Fermanagh. I'm going to upgrade the telly. I'm currently working off a (admittedly great) 10 year old Toshiba. I've a Freeview box attached with digital recorder built in. So I'm watching RTE et al off the analogue system and can't record off them. I've seen tellys advertised as being "Saorview Ready". What does this actually mean?
It means the Saorview MPEG4 decoding is inbuilt into the tv, you won't need the separate box between the antenna and the tv.
Those tv's are also called idtv's, integrated digital tuning built in.
got this in january sale:
http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/lg-50pz550t-full-hd-50-plasma-3d-tv-10096292-pdt.html
have to say it's an excellent tv.
sky hd is amazing.
also watched piranha on 3d blu-ray and kelly brook swimming naked in 3D was a highlight!.
Moving in with a few friends in July and we're looking at getting a big bugger for the likes of Sky Sports in HD etc. Amazon sent me this yesterday:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B007K6HXXY/ref=pe_160961_30070421_pe_vfe_dt7
Looks incredible but it would absolutely break the bank. Is there any value in something like this at all (I can't see the smart features being used that much) when you can get 3D 50" TVs for less than half the price?
Need some help. Recently got a new tv with freeview channels built in but the aeriel won't pick them up. So went to look about a digital aeriel and got quoted £150. At uni we had a wee crappy portable thing that was £10 and did the trick as long as you got the position but was looking something better than that. Anybody know what I should be looking for? Currys have a few between £30 and £60 but I wouldn't know enough to know which is best.
Cheers
Quote from: andoireabu on May 24, 2012, 02:04:23 PM
Need some help. Recently got a new tv with freeview channels built in but the aeriel won't pick them up. So went to look about a digital aeriel and got quoted £150. At uni we had a wee crappy portable thing that was £10 and did the trick as long as you got the position but was looking something better than that. Anybody know what I should be looking for? Currys have a few between £30 and £60 but I wouldn't know enough to know which is best.
Cheers
Im assuming its an outdoor aerial DA? I know a good aerial man in the city (not sure if your handy). I can send you the details. Not sure the price now, but he supplied me with a good outdoor digital aerial, supplied and fitted for 90 sterlings
Quote from: J OGorman on May 24, 2012, 02:11:12 PM
Quote from: andoireabu on May 24, 2012, 02:04:23 PM
Need some help. Recently got a new tv with freeview channels built in but the aeriel won't pick them up. So went to look about a digital aeriel and got quoted £150. At uni we had a wee crappy portable thing that was £10 and did the trick as long as you got the position but was looking something better than that. Anybody know what I should be looking for? Currys have a few between £30 and £60 but I wouldn't know enough to know which is best.
Cheers
Im assuming its an outdoor aerial DA? I know a good aerial man in the city (not sure if your handy). I can send you the details. Not sure the price now, but he supplied me with a good outdoor digital aerial, supplied and fitted for 90 sterlings
The one in the house at the minute is in the attic so i was hoping to just replace that in the same way. The brother would be able to fit it and all so I was just looking a model or something like that. Is the man you know private or has he a shop?
Quote from: muppet on March 09, 2012, 08:33:15 PM
Question for the tech heads here:
I am thinking of getting an iMac to double as a second TV/DVD player for junior. AFAIK the 27" is the biggest going. The question is can the iMac successfully double as a TV/DVD player and what issues should I be considering? Cheers.
Ethical issues mostly esp the dependance on technology over simple interaction as God made us. Also, the Americanisation of the world through Apple products. There's a boy in Finaghy, Belfast and he makes TVs but no, nobody wants to buy from him because he's not Steve Jobs or Bill Hicks.
Quote from: andoireabu on May 24, 2012, 02:14:17 PM
Quote from: J OGorman on May 24, 2012, 02:11:12 PM
Quote from: andoireabu on May 24, 2012, 02:04:23 PM
Need some help. Recently got a new tv with freeview channels built in but the aeriel won't pick them up. So went to look about a digital aeriel and got quoted £150. At uni we had a wee crappy portable thing that was £10 and did the trick as long as you got the position but was looking something better than that. Anybody know what I should be looking for? Currys have a few between £30 and £60 but I wouldn't know enough to know which is best.
Cheers
Im assuming its an outdoor aerial DA? I know a good aerial man in the city (not sure if your handy). I can send you the details. Not sure the price now, but he supplied me with a good outdoor digital aerial, supplied and fitted for 90 sterlings
The one in the house at the minute is in the attic so i was hoping to just replace that in the same way. The brother would be able to fit it and all so I was just looking a model or something like that. Is the man you know private or has he a shop?
private.. he's a civil enough hooer. I'll wing you his number and Im sure he'll tell you what to buy
QuoteRecently got a new tv with freeview channels built in but the aeriel won't pick them up. So went to look about a digital aeriel and got quoted £150.
Freeview in NI is not on full power, except for occasional tests, at present. You won't know until October what you signal will be, except for these midnight tests.
I wouldn't rush off and buy an new aerial unless you are factoring this in, generally the existing aerial is fine.
Ok this is probably a silly question but....
If I have a HD Ready Saorview approved TV is this good enough to get the RTE HD picture in all it's HD glory?
Or do I need a Full HD TV for it?
My basic understanding of this is that with an HD Ready TV you need a HD source like a digibox connected via a HDMI to get HD on a HD Ready TV whereas a Full HD TV can receive HD pictures without the need of a source like a digibox.
So as my TV is Saorview approved I have no need for a digibox but is the signal for the Saorview an actual HD signal so my HD Ready Tv will be able display it in HD or does it only become a HD signal when it passes through the digibox or connected straight to a Full HD TV.
I'm confusing myself now but I hope someone can understand what I mean.
Right. I don't have RTE now since this switch over. Have been thinking about getting a new TV anyway so this could push me over the edge.
Was having a browse there and realised I didn't have a clue. I was looking at 3-D then realised how often would I ever use it plus I despise films in 3-D in the cinema so think I can rule it out?
So what would be the best about then? Would be willing to spend up to about £600-£700. Take it a full HD smart TV is the best now?
Talk to me like I am a child or an idiot. I am kinda both. Thanks.
Quote from: Don Johnson on October 24, 2012, 10:57:32 PM
Right. I don't have RTE now since this switch over. Have been thinking about getting a new TV anyway so this could push me over the edge.
Was having a browse there and realised I didn't have a clue. I was looking at 3-D then realised how often would I ever use it plus I despise films in 3-D in the cinema so think I can rule it out?
So what would be the best about then? Would be willing to spend up to about £600-£700. Take it a full HD smart TV is the best now?
Talk to me like I am a child or an idiot. I am kinda both. Thanks.
Looking at new TVs also. Mostly acouting out 42" Sony or Panasonic.
All the hype in the shops tells me I must have a Smart tv and it must be LED. 3D seems to have been last uears feature with Smart being the hot one this year.
Yeah I am worried it could be a fad too?
At the minute I can get BBC iPlayer, Lovefilm etc on my tv by connecting my laptop to it. Albeit a amsrt tv makes it easier but I don't know if I even use those things.
I can never see myself using Facebook / Twitter on it when I have it far handier on my phone. Or laptop.
Also if I need to browse the internet I will never think hold on I will do this on my tv!
I'm not sure I rate smart TV. Now that this changeover thing is over a TV could last years, the "smart" part would be very outdated in a few years. LED backlighting can use less power, it might pay for itself (check). Otherwise I reckon buy a £400 TV and a £300 laptop instead of a £700 smart TV.
going to buy a new tv, mentions frequency 50 htz and on another one motion 50 hz, what does mean?
Quote from: Square Ball on November 28, 2012, 05:24:55 PM
going to buy a new tv, mentions frequency 50 htz and on another one motion 50 hz, what does mean?
Screen refresh rate, it is something to do with shadowing, like when you watch sports the screen will refresh quicker making it a clearer picture.
Quote from: armaghniac on October 24, 2012, 11:23:34 PM
I'm not sure I rate smart TV. Now that this changeover thing is over a TV could last years, the "smart" part would be very outdated in a few years. LED backlighting can use less power, it might pay for itself (check). Otherwise I reckon buy a £400 TV and a £300 laptop instead of a £700 smart TV.
A friend of a friend bought a smart TV the other day and asked me to help him set it up and TBH the internet aspect of it was fairly underwhelming with only a selection of sites available such as You tube and BBCi player. I didn't like to say but he'd have been better off buying a decent laptop with a good graphics card and save a few quid on the TV.
What way are the smart TVs set up? We have a regular 1080pHD tv, and last year bought an internet enabled blu ray player. Through which we can access netflix, hulu, amazon, youtube as well as playing the discs and playing shows through a USB or hard drive? The thing cost about 60$ if I recall correctly and is a great piece of gear. Its just hooked up through the WiFi.
Quote from: Puckoon on November 29, 2012, 05:10:14 PM
What way are the smart TVs set up? We have a regular 1080pHD tv, and last year bought an internet enabled blu ray player. Through which we can access netflix, hulu, amazon, youtube as well as playing the discs and playing shows through a USB or hard drive? The thing cost about 60$ if I recall correctly and is a great piece of gear. Its just hooked up through the WiFi.
The smart TV I saw was a Panasonic Viera 3D version and it was using WiFi as well. As the lads broadband is pretty shíte like my own he couldn't even stream anything from the BBC iplayer without it buffering like hell.
The whole concept of "smart TV" or "smart phone" is going to look hilarious in 15 years' time
Quote from: Puckoon on November 29, 2012, 05:10:14 PM
What way are the smart TVs set up? We have a regular 1080pHD tv, and last year bought an internet enabled blu ray player. Through which we can access netflix, hulu, amazon, youtube as well as playing the discs and playing shows through a USB or hard drive? The thing cost about 60$ if I recall correctly and is a great piece of gear. Its just hooked up through the WiFi.
The Smart TV is a TV with WiFi built in, the level of smartness depends upon the browser/ basic operating system and quality of hardware (processor etc) to help make the TV functions work better.
These days, pretty much any TV >42" has WiFi built in and by the accepted definition, TV's are now Smart Tv's. WiFi is a standard in TV's.
Probably most of us with WiFiless TV's don't need it as we use the TV ports to connect our external devices to and the TV just does the end job of being the screen.
Quote from: seafoid on November 30, 2012, 09:35:37 AM
The whole concept of "smart TV" or "smart phone" is going to look hilarious in 15 years' time
Jaysus man, do you *ever* say anything positive? :) Cheer up, it's nearly Christmas!
Looking to buy a new TV with built in freeview, which can get RTE, and a built in DVD player. Been looking online and can't see anywhere where it says the type of freeview in it. Any one any ideas of where to look?
Just checked Currys there and they tell you the type of tuner the TV has eg. Freeview or Freeview HD.
Quote from: Archie Mitchell on December 11, 2012, 11:26:08 AM
Looking to buy a new TV with built in freeview, which can get RTE, and a built in DVD player. Been looking online and can't see anywhere where it says the type of freeview in it. Any one any ideas of where to look?
Archie, two things I've learned, which I think are true (someone who is really into this can probably clarify).
1. If you want to pick up RTE directly from ROI, thereby making sure the likes of Champions League football isn't blocked from your transmission, you need an MPG4 TV. MPG2 is the UK standard, and it's an older standard. MPG4 can render all MPG2. As a rule of thumb, if you stick to Samsung TVs, then you should be okay. But there are exceptions.
2. If you can't get a direct signal from ROI, you can also pick up RTE (via Saorview) if you have Freeview HD TV. Be aware that a Full HD TV with Freeview is not the same thing. Which is what I found out. Even if your TV is full HD 1080, it probably has a SD Freeview transmitter, and you
need a HD transmitter to see RTE's pictures. Look for a Freeview HD label on the TV box.
Hope this helps.
This one looks good!
http://www.irishexaminer.com/ireland/size-matters-27k-tv-is-biggest-ever-sold-in-ireland-216620.html
Quote from: thewobbler on December 11, 2012, 12:05:02 PM
Quote from: Archie Mitchell on December 11, 2012, 11:26:08 AM
Looking to buy a new TV with built in freeview, which can get RTE, and a built in DVD player. Been looking online and can't see anywhere where it says the type of freeview in it. Any one any ideas of where to look?
Archie, two things I've learned, which I think are true (someone who is really into this can probably clarify).
1. If you want to pick up RTE directly from ROI, thereby making sure the likes of Champions League football isn't blocked from your transmission, you need an MPG4 TV. MPG2 is the UK standard, and it's an older standard. MPG4 can render all MPG2. As a rule of thumb, if you stick to Samsung TVs, then you should be okay. But there are exceptions.
2. If you can't get a direct signal from ROI, you can also pick up RTE (via Saorview) if you have Freeview HD TV. Be aware that a Full HD TV with Freeview is not the same thing. Which is what I found out. Even if your TV is full HD 1080, it probably has a SD Freeview transmitter, and you need a HD transmitter to see RTE's pictures. Look for a Freeview HD label on the TV box.
Hope this helps.
Samsung make United Ireland TV's?
Not quite Main Street. They just have a policy of putting the MPG4 component into TVs they sell in the UK. Most other manufacturers do not. It probably saves them about 3 pence too, I'd imagine.
QuoteSamsung make United Ireland TV's?
More or less. They sell much the same model all over Europe, whereas some of the other
price gougers providers sell a model with the minimum for each market to reduce grey imports and the like.
LG likewise.
Worth checking the Saorview list to see if a model is there.
http://www.saorview.ie/equipment/saorview-approved-product-listings/
Would it be better to buy a LCD or LED TV?
QuoteWould it be better to buy a LCD or LED TV?
LED TVs are not really LED TVs, but LCD TVs with LED backlighting. Most better sets are LED nowadays.
Compare the power consumption, I bought a TV 2 years ago and reckoned the LED would pay for the difference in price in less juice in about 2 years (but I might have got a digit wrong in my calculations, it might be 20 years :)
Ok that last post confused me!!
At last the old TV has finally packed in there now!! So happy as that means I'll have to get a new one, her indoors was looking carpet and a a few rooms painted, that will have to wait :D
I'm going to have about £300 and looking a 40" TV what is the best type for me dough?
Seen this Toshiba 40BV702B 40" Full HD LCD TV with Freeview for just under £300 in Tesco but I'd rather wait and ask the knowledgable ones here on the best course of action!!
QuoteSeen this Toshiba 40BV702B 40" Full HD LCD TV with Freeview for just under £300 in Tesco but I'd rather wait and ask the knowledgable ones here on the best course of action!!
If it doesn't have a Freeview HD (DVB-T2) tuner then pass by and get one that does.
It doesn't seem to.
Ok what about this? I'm hopeless at this stuff so thanks in advance
Celcus LED40S0913FHD 40" Full HD 1080p LED TV
Sleek and feature-packed, the Celcus LED40S0913FHD LED TV offers Full HD resolution for outstanding entertainment quality. A built-in digital tuner, receives all-free-to-air digital programmes via Freeview, so you can enjoy more than 50 TV channels and 25 radio stations.
A range of technological features ensure a good picture while on-screen menus make set up easy. The back features an HDMI socket, a USB socket as well as a SCART socket, so it's capable of linking with your DVD player, games console or other USB-equipped hardware. There's even a headphone socket for when you don't want to disturb people with your viewing - or gaming!
There's a removable stand, so you can choose to wall-mount it (mount sold separately). Speaker output is 2x8W.
Trusted Reviews usually gives accurate reviews for TVs. As for the Toshiba 40BV702B, I saw that TV for as little as £260 a few months ago so it should be possible to get it for that price somewhere still. As for freeview HD, obviously better to get that than normal freeview but I don't imagine it would be that big a loss as there are not too many HD channels on freeview HD.
QuoteAs for freeview HD, obviously better to get that than normal freeview but I don't imagine it would be that big a loss as there are not too many HD channels on freeview HD.
Of course you may be using cable or satellite. But if an aerial is (or might be) involved then there is no point in getting a HD tv that doesn't actually pick up HD. Also if you are getting RTÉ from Black Mountain this requires a Freeview HD set.
I'd say any changes over the next few years will involve more DVB-T2 channels and a possible end of duplication of channels.
Quote from: armaghniac on March 28, 2013, 09:35:25 AM
QuoteAs for freeview HD, obviously better to get that than normal freeview but I don't imagine it would be that big a loss as there are not too many HD channels on freeview HD.
Of course you may be using cable or satellite. But if an aerial is (or might be) involved then there is no point in getting a HD tv that doesn't actually pick up HD. Also if you are getting RTÉ from Black Mountain this requires a Freeview HD set.
I'd say any changes over the next few years will involve more DVB-T2 channels and a possible end of duplication of channels.
OK question for all you TV buffs, I have Sky + and I have it wired around the house from the living room via the RF output from the back of the Sky to a splitter. I am currently using an older TV one of the bedrooms which is just a matter of tuning into that signal on one of the channels. My question is if I purchase a new digital TV will I still be able to tune the TV in to receive the RF input from the splitter?
Bought a 40" Polaroid LED full HD TV for £290
Ok some questions, It has two HDMI ports, I've it connected with a scart so do I buy HDMI cables and connect them to the sky box and other devices? Haven't a scooby Do :o Will it make the already great picture into a better one?
Quote from: Milltown Row2 on March 29, 2013, 06:37:47 PM
Bought a 40" Polaroid LED full HD TV for £290
Ok some questions, It has two HDMI ports, I've it connected with a scart so do I buy HDMI cables and connect them to the sky box and other devices? Haven't a scooby Do :o Will it make the already great picture into a better one?
If you can get HD channels on your skybox, it is a no brainer to have your skybox connected to the tv via hdmi cables. You won't see full HD unless you use hdmi cables.
The difference in resolution between full HD via hdmi cable and scart is easy to appreciate. The improvement on focus and clarity is blatantly obvious, at least it is on my tv, I don't know about your tv and its ability to display higher resolution (1090p) HD broadcasts.
Don't scrimp on the hdmi cable quality.
I bought a new TV a few months ago for the spare room. It came with a Saorview transmitter built in, the model is an LG 32cs460. hen it was originally set-up in February, I could get all my Sky channels from down stairs as well as the RTE, TV3 and TG4 channels. However, since that I thought I had lost the Irish channels as they were appearing on my list of channels but nothing was coming up on screen (I since figured out that it was because for whatever way its set-up, I only get those 3 channels when my sky box is on downstairs. I had then automatically tuned the channels back in, and I can access Sky and DTV but on my freeview list of channels the 3 Irish channels are no longer there and I cant figure out how to get them back. Any ideas?
Quote from: nrico2006 on May 14, 2013, 10:47:06 AM
I bought a new TV a few months ago for the spare room. It came with a Saorview transmitter built in, the model is an LG 32cs460. hen it was originally set-up in February, I could get all my Sky channels from down stairs as well as the RTE, TV3 and TG4 channels. However, since that I thought I had lost the Irish channels as they were appearing on my list of channels but nothing was coming up on screen (I since figured out that it was because for whatever way its set-up, I only get those 3 channels when my sky box is on downstairs. I had then automatically tuned the channels back in, and I can access Sky and DTV but on my freeview list of channels the 3 Irish channels are no longer there and I cant figure out how to get them back. Any ideas?
There could be a region setting on the TV, so that if you are in the north it might not automatically pick up the irish channels in the listings. I know Samsung has this, but not sure about LG. You could set your region to the south, and re-tune without replacing existing channels - this might add the RTE channels.
The sky box was more than likely using the RF out function which takes your incoming digital signal and outputs this alongside your sky signal. You need to have the sky box in standby mode at least to keep this working.
Thanks for the advice. I had already changed the region to Ireland yet had not joy, well actually I was able to get TG4. Would there be any use in trying Norway?
Quote from: nrico2006 on May 16, 2013, 09:10:25 AM
Thanks for the advice. I had already changed the region to Ireland yet had not joy, well actually I was able to get TG4. Would there be any use in trying Norway?
Depends how good your Norwegian is ;)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-22942738
Some size of a room needed for this TV.
No sure this is the right thread, but not sure where else to ask.
If you have sky and then cancel your subscription, does your sky+ box continue to work as a freeview box? can you just get all the freeview channels through it? and does the recording function still work as normal?
Quote from: blewuporstuffed on October 25, 2013, 10:07:09 AM
No sure this is the right thread, but not sure where else to ask.
If you have sky and then cancel your subscription, does your sky+ box continue to work as a freeview box? can you just get all the freeview channels through it? and does the recording function still work as normal?
Just after cancelling Sky myself. Sky + box still works as a freeview box - no recording though which is less of an inconvenience than I had imagined. Definitely not worth the extra £30 a month. May look into a recordable freeview box at some stage
Quote from: laceer on October 25, 2013, 10:45:02 AM
Quote from: blewuporstuffed on October 25, 2013, 10:07:09 AM
No sure this is the right thread, but not sure where else to ask.
If you have sky and then cancel your subscription, does your sky+ box continue to work as a freeview box? can you just get all the freeview channels through it? and does the recording function still work as normal?
Just after cancelling Sky myself. Sky + box still works as a freeview box - no recording though which is less of an inconvenience than I had imagined. Definitely not worth the extra £30 a month. May look into a recordable freeview box at some stage
No subscription means = no recording facility, no access to hard drive recordings and no live pause, otherwise it will work the same for the FTA channels.
Looking a new TV, around 55inch or thereabouts. What's the craic with the curved TVs? Are they the next big thing or just a gimmick? 4K TVs seem to be advertised now as well but all are quite expensive and no doubt with come down in price as they become more popular. What to get something decent and get a PS4 on the go as well.
Any recommendations of what to go for, what TV makes to stick with etc?
Cheers
Quote from: JimStynes on August 21, 2014, 10:59:30 PM
Looking a new TV, around 55inch or thereabouts. What's the craic with the curved TVs? Are they the next big thing or just a gimmick? 4K TVs seem to be advertised now as well but all are quite expensive and no doubt with come down in price as they become more popular. What to get something decent and get a PS4 on the go as well.
Any recommendations of what to go for, what TV makes to stick with etc?
Cheers
Wouldn't buy one at 55 inch due to you have to sit at the right distance and dead centre of the TV. You would have to go 65inches up to see any real benefit.
Quote from: Armaghgeddon on August 21, 2014, 11:19:07 PM
Quote from: JimStynes on August 21, 2014, 10:59:30 PM
Looking a new TV, around 55inch or thereabouts. What's the craic with the curved TVs? Are they the next big thing or just a gimmick? 4K TVs seem to be advertised now as well but all are quite expensive and no doubt with come down in price as they become more popular. What to get something decent and get a PS4 on the go as well.
Any recommendations of what to go for, what TV makes to stick with etc?
Cheers
Wouldn't buy one at 55 inch due to you have to sit at the right distance and dead centre of the TV. You would have to go 65inches up to see any real benefit.
That's the curved ruled out then?
What's the craic with 4k lads?
The whole point of flat scree was that you could watch it from any angle and you didn't need a huge corner space to place it in. Curved TVs take us back 20 years in that regard. A complete gimmick that only came about because the LED screen is flexible. What's next...corrugated?
Quote from: under the bar on August 22, 2014, 10:52:41 PM
The whole point of flat scree was that you could watch it from any angle and you didn't need a huge corner space to place it in. Curved TVs take us back 20 years in that regard. A complete gimmick that only came about because the LED screen is flexible. What's next...corrugated?
You'll have a slider on your remote to determine how much to curve the screen!
http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/curved-tvs-the-pros-and-cons (http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/curved-tvs-the-pros-and-cons)
some good info here
Anyone got a soundbar for their TV or have any recommendations on any?
Any good deals out at the minute?
Is UHD worth getting?
I was looking a 4K tv but after reading these it's probably not worth it yet
http://www.cnet.com/uk/news/why-ultra-hd-4k-tvs-are-still-stupid/ (http://www.cnet.com/uk/news/why-ultra-hd-4k-tvs-are-still-stupid/)
http://www.cnet.com/news/is-now-the-time-to-buy-a-4k-tv/ (http://www.cnet.com/news/is-now-the-time-to-buy-a-4k-tv/)
Folks,
I'm looking to purchase a new TV, and wondering if anyone has any advice or recommendations. I thought I'd dig out this old thread rather than starting a new one.
Looking for something in the range 43"-49". From the small research I've done, I don't think 4K is worth it just yet, especially for the amount of TV myself and herself watch. Full HD should suffice - not even sure I need a Smart TV, as we have a very good android box which I think provides everything a Smart TV offers. Although, it seems most Smart TVs offer more in terms of connections, etc than just Full HD.
Some TVs I've looked at:
48" Samsung Full HD Smart TV. €579
http://www.currys.ie/Product/samsung-ue48j5200-smart-48-led-tv/334950/397.0.2
48" Panasonic Full HD. €529
https://www.expert.ie/products/tv-dvd/televisions/32-inch/panasonic-tx-48c300b-1080p-full-hd-led-48-inch-tv
49" LG Full HD. €499.
http://www.tesco.com/direct/lg-49lb5500-49-inch-full-hd-1080p-led-tv-with-freeview/719-4794.prd
If anyone has any experience on any of the above, or other HD TVs they'd recommend, I'd be very grateful.
thanks
Stevo
I've an LG and I think its great but one small quibble I'd have is that when watching fast motion such as a football match the screen jitters occasionally for a fraction of a second. Its probably splitting hairs a bit on my behalf as other than that the picture quality is really good as is colour, sound etc...
I notice the LG you link as a motion rate of 50Hz with the Panasonic having 100Hz and the Samsung having 200PQIs (whatever they are). I reckon the higher this number is the better but I'm sure as the numbers rise so does the price
Could that difference Boycey be the frame rate output from the TV compared to the signal input? My understanding is that higher frame rate TV's try to compensate for lower rate inputs by putting in artificial "intermediate frames" or some such.
Smart is a gimmick, as is 3D. Buy a dongle like Chromecast or Fire TV stick if you want smart features - interface is much easier.
looking for some advise... i have a smart lg already but looking at getting a bigger model as i moved house and it looks lost in our new living room.
having a smart tv already i wondering are they worth it? i mostly use it for netflixs and streaming a few matches but i recently downloaded Kodi on my laptop and i am thinking about getting an android box to use this through tv now instead. download speed is 1.6mbps
what do other posters use smart tv for?
if i stick with smart i am thinking of this option. any thoughts?
http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2 (http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2)
cheers
Quote from: PadraicHenryPearse on January 06, 2016, 10:03:17 PM
looking for some advise... i have a smart lg already but looking at getting a bigger model as i moved house and it looks lost in our new living room.
having a smart tv already i wondering are they worth it? i mostly use it for netflixs and streaming a few matches but i recently downloaded Kodi on my laptop and i am thinking about getting an android box to use this through tv now instead. download speed is 1.6mbps
what do other posters use smart tv for?
if i stick with smart i am thinking of this option. any thoughts?
http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2 (http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2)
cheers
is there much $$$ to save if you don't go for a smart tv?
Main benefit I find it that we can directly cast off our phones to the smart tv rather than chromecast etc....
like the look of that LG.....You'll already know but just make sure wifi is built in
Quote from: PadraicHenryPearse on January 06, 2016, 10:03:17 PM
looking for some advise... i have a smart lg already but looking at getting a bigger model as i moved house and it looks lost in our new living room.
having a smart tv already i wondering are they worth it? i mostly use it for netflixs and streaming a few matches but i recently downloaded Kodi on my laptop and i am thinking about getting an android box to use this through tv now instead. download speed is 1.6mbps
what do other posters use smart tv for?
if i stick with smart i am thinking of this option. any thoughts?
http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2 (http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-50lf580v-smart-50-led-tv/332617/397.0.2)
cheers
I was thinking along the same lines as yourself. I have an android box, so didn't need a Smart TV, and certainly didn't need a UHD TV. So what did I end up getting - a Smart UHD TV :-X
From the bit of looking I did, the majority of TVs in the size I was looking for (around 48") were Smart, and any ones that weren't lacked other specs - # of HDMI ports, motion rates, etc. So I was fixed on a Full HD Smart TV. But for a little bit more cash, I could get UHD, so took the plunge. Below is the model I got, a 49" LG - was €1500, but reduced to €750. Got it a week ago, and unbelievably I havent even had the chance to open the box - work has just been flat out crazy. So I can't comment on how good/bad the TV is, but I'm dying to get it set up and running.
http://www.currys.ie/Product/lg-49uf680v-smart-ultra-hd-4k-49-led-tv/333421/397.0.2
Unless you need the apps from your phone or tablet on your TV you don't need a smart TV. Complete load of balls. Go for picture quality every time and to hell with the frills.
Lads the ole Sharp has calved and it looks like I'll have to invest in a new telly this weekend to see wee Pete batein Donegal. Any suggestions nothing fancy...as long as its HD with a fairly big screen and reasonable sound.
TV in the kitchen has passed away. No bad jokes Tony.
Had a look around Tesco today and only seen the Technika and noticed that it would
Work for both free view and Saorview.
Dropped into curries and asked the advisor what he would recommend to receive free view and Saorview, only to be told that he couldn't guarantee that I would pick up Saorveiw.
Have a rte Ariel and an old Sony Bravia in living room but had to get a set top box to get rte because of the spec of the Sony.
Any advice on new tv would be most welcome.
Quote from: men in black on December 26, 2017, 07:20:46 PM
TV in the kitchen has passed away. No bad jokes Tony.
Had a look around Tesco today and only seen the Technika and noticed that it would
Work for both free view and Saorview.
Dropped into curries and asked the advisor what he would recommend to receive free view and Saorview, only to be told that he couldn't guarantee that I would pick up Saorveiw.
Have a rte Ariel and an old Sony Bravia in living room but had to get a set top box to get rte because of the spec of the Sony.
Any advice on new tv would be most welcome.
The monitor I use for cctv at work went wallop and I saw bought one of those technikas to replace it from Tesco's for £100. When I saw the quality of picture on it for the price I was astonished and promptly swapped it for one of my working TVs. Top notch for the price, I usually buy LG myself if I was going for a brand.
Get a tv with either Freeview HD (not Freeview +) or saorview on the box.
Saorview uses a HD signal. Freeview in UK doesn't require HD. That's the difference.
Thank you Boycey.
The thing I liked about it was it give me both of the free view options north and south.
thewobbler
So the tv must be full HD
Any recommendations for under 450mm in height restrictions that I have.
Quote from: men in black on December 26, 2017, 08:03:55 PM
Thank you Boycey.
The thing I liked about it was it give me both of the free view options north and south.
thewobbler
So the tv must be full HD
Any recommendations for under 450mm in height restrictions that I have.
Both the tv and it's freeview antenna must be HD. Some HD TVs don't have HD Freeview which is clean mad but sure anything for Curry's to save a fiver
Quote from: thewobbler on December 26, 2017, 08:28:20 PM
Quote from: men in black on December 26, 2017, 08:03:55 PM
Thank you Boycey.
The thing I liked about it was it give me both of the free view options north and south.
thewobbler
So the tv must be full HD
Any recommendations for under 450mm in height restrictions that I have.
Both the tv and it's freeview antenna must be HD. Some HD TVs don't have HD Freeview which is clean mad but sure anything for Curry's to save a fiver
There is no such thing as a Freeview HD antenna, the aerial is the same either way.
There do exist non Freeview HD sets that do Saroview, but the simplest plan is to ensure the set is Freeview HD.
Freeview HD sets also get the Divis RTÉ service.
In fact, anyone buying a non Freeview HD compatible set almost in 2018 is unwise, because even if you lived in England they are going to turn off the Freeview signal in a few years, they are not going to keep on broadcasting the same channel in SD and HD both for ever.
Quote from: men in black on December 26, 2017, 07:20:46 PM
TV in the kitchen has passed away. No bad jokes Tony.
Had a look around Tesco today and only seen the Technika and noticed that it would
Work for both free view and Saorview.
Dropped into curries and asked the advisor what he would recommend to receive free view and Saorview, only to be told that he couldn't guarantee that I would pick up Saorveiw.
Have a rte Ariel and an old Sony Bravia in living room but had to get a set top box to get rte because of the spec of the Sony.
Any advice on new tv would be most welcome.
Most of the larger(32inch and up) Samsung's, Hitachi's and LGS in Argos have saorview built in .check the specifications on their website.i live in the north and have excellent hd quality on rte.
Argos usually have a no quibble returns policy as well ,Curry's are a nightmare and usually will look to send anything away to repair it rather than give you an exchange.learnt this from experience,bought a hob on a Friday,tried to change it on a Sunday as one of the elements wasn't working and they wanted to send it away.😡
Some great info.
Thank you all.
Looking tv for a new house I recently purchased,all advice on models and where to buy welcomed.would a 55'-70 inch look too big in living room? Biggest tv I have had was 48' I think
Quote from: bigfrank on November 23, 2018, 08:30:24 PM
Looking tv for a new house I recently purchased,all advice on models and where to buy welcomed.would a 55'-70 inch look too big in living room? Biggest tv I have had was 48' I think
Without being facetious it depends on the size of your living room.
There used to be a rule of thumb where your screen size should be viewing distance (in inches) divided by 3 so if you are 10 foot away a 40 incher.
If you want iptv make sure you buy a Samsung or LG smart tv or any android tv.
Quote from: bigfrank on November 23, 2018, 08:30:24 PM
Looking tv for a new house I recently purchased,all advice on models and where to buy welcomed.would a 55'-70 inch look too big in living room? Biggest tv I have had was 48' I think
LG 60" 4k. Watching the sport is unreal (smartIPTV app built in but you needy send the developers a one off payment of £5 odd quid) , but watching TV shows / films on 4k takes a bit of getting used to.. Just looks too real if that makes any sense. We've a Panasonic 55" HD and prefer to watch TV shows on it tbh.
TVs have such fine borders these days that a 60" today prob has similar dimensions to a 48" from a few years back.
Quote from: bigfrank on November 23, 2018, 08:30:24 PM
Looking tv for a new house I recently purchased,all advice on models and where to buy welcomed.would a 55'-70 inch look too big in living room? Biggest tv I have had was 48' I think
Just bought a 50 inch one for the wall of our kitchen/dining/living area. Sofa will be quite close but want to be able to see it from the kitchen so it felt about the smallest we could get. The living room one will be smaller.
Of course the new TV is bought but house not signed for yet...
Focus more on the screen technology then simply the size of the make. You can of course get LG or Samsung TVs but you should look at OLED or QLED after that, asking with refresh rates, HDR etc rather than just jump to the size.
Bang for your buck, the top models from TCL are hard to beat.
I went all out a few days ago and bought the 65 inch Samsung Q9FN. It's stunning.
Lot of people I had asked about this mentioned Samsung as a quality model.i watch a lot of sport,in fact a lot of tv in general so would like it to be a big smart tv.plan to get broadband and then a chipped sky box or what ever you tech guys call them to see sky sports etc
Any links to models of choices or am I pushing it and being lazy!
Samsung is not a model. It is a manufacturer.
Samsung, like LG and Panasonic etc, make cheap TVs and they make very expensive TVs. Quality and performance varies massively
Quote from: gallsman on November 23, 2018, 10:10:26 PM
Focus more on the screen technology then simply the size of the make. You can of course get LG or Samsung TVs but you should look at OLED or QLED after that, asking with refresh rates, HDR etc rather than just jump to the size.
Bang for your buck, the top models from TCL are hard to beat.
I went all out a few days ago and bought the 65 inch Samsung Q9FN. It's stunning.
Torn between a Samsung QLED & an LG OLED at 65 inches myself.
The possibility of burn-in is putting me off taking a risk on an OLED at the moment.
A friend got a Samsung Nu8000 and is very happy with it
Take a look at the Panasonic FZ802 as well. Look up the Trusted Reviews review of it on YouTube.
The LG C8, Samsung Q9FN and the Panasonic above (Along with the FZ952, which is the same TV with an integrated soundbar) are generally considered the top end retail models, with Sony's AF8 and AF9 a bit behind.
I wouldn't overly worry about screen burn.
Quote from: gallsman on November 23, 2018, 10:19:17 PM
Samsung is not a model. It is a manufacturer.
Samsung, like LG and Panasonic etc, make cheap TVs and they make very expensive TVs. Quality and performance varies massively
I've looked at those TCLs everyday since you brought them to my attention but can't bring myself to buy one. They seem to be miles inferior to ones they sell in America for every great review I see I also come across a mixed one..
I bought an nvidea shield yesterday on Amazon that looks to be a serious piece of kit and I'm gonna get an LG 4k over the next couple of days
They are inferior in that they're edge lit rather than a full array and they also don't have Roku built it but they're still great TVs for the price you pay. Top of the range? No, but very good value.
Don't just look at 4K, any new TV anyone is buying these days should be 4K. Think about what it is you want from your TV, what you plan to use it for, where you plan to use it etc.
Ah look i know TCLs are very good TV's but I can't convince myself they're sufficiently better than similar priced Samsung's/LGs at present to warrant buying one.
I have a 55" 4k TCL, (u55 c7006) It was reduced and a good quality choice at the cheap end of the available choices.
I didn't have much money at the time and didn't think my fortunes would change any time soon. If that's your situation then consider TCL. Now I have a bit more cash and I might look for a better one in the new year, pick up a returned purchase. My last tv, a top end 42" Panny plasma did me for 10 years, but already after one year I want to move on from the TCL.
In regards to size, I regret not getting a 65". I'd say get the biggest that will fit and that you can afford. Don't choose 55 when 65 will fit, as the price diff is not that big. I'd hazard a guess that fewer folk regret going for a 65 than those who regret choosing a 55".
At the higher end of the market, the difference between 55in and 65in can be a 1000 quid or more.
I've had Sony, Panasonic and LG ... imo LG the best by a mile for picture, sound and smart features.
Panasonic best all round and good value.
Quote from: balladmaker on November 24, 2018, 08:27:05 AM
I've had Sony, Panasonic and LG ... imo LG the best by a mile for picture, sound and smart features.
Again that's a very throwaway statement that doesn't mean much unless you dig into it. Oled displays have deeper, truer blacks and better viewing angles. Backlit TVs can get much brighter and are better in bright rooms or beside Windows. Sony TV's are the best at motion processing.
Saying "LG have the best picture quality" is misleading because picture quality is made up of many different components, each of which the different manufacturers are better or worse at.
QuoteSaying "LG have the best picture quality" is misleading
I said it was my opinion, I can only speak from my experience and what I consider to be best picture quality from the TV's I've had.
Oh ffs more choices, 8k tv ;D https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-46403539
QuoteNHK says it has been developing 8K, which it calls super-hi vision, since 1995.
As well as improved picture resolution, broadcasts can include 24 channels of audio for immersive surround sound experiences.
It is hoping to broadcast the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games using the new format.
Television manufacturers including Samsung and LG have announced 8K-capable television sets, but they are still prohibitively expensive for widespread adoption
Japanese electronics-maker Sharp began selling its first 8K television in 2015. At launch it cost $133,000 (£104,000). Currently, a Samsung 8K television costs about $15,000 (£11,700) to buy.
Viewers will also need an 8K-capable satellite receiver. Sharp produces one that costs 250,000 yen (£1,750; $2,200). It requires four HDMI cables to get the pictures into a Sharp TV set, and another cable for sound
Sure there's a Samsung one, the 900R that's been available for retail for the last month or more. 65in version is about 5k sterling.
Problem is, the One Connect box they use can't actually process 8K at the minute. They've said they'll fix it with a firmware update next year.
8k might suit pubs etc, doubtful if it would add much to a semi D living room.
Quote from: armaghniac on December 01, 2018, 06:26:17 PM
8k might suit pubs etc, doubtful if it would add much to a semi D living room.
The higher resolution, the closer you can sit to the TV. It's more suitable for home viewing than lower resolutions.
I'd welcome hi res computer monitors, TV less so.
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
Quote from: on the sideline on December 18, 2018, 03:23:09 PM
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
If it has Saorvoew or Freeview HD, it will pick up an RTE signal as long as you're in range.
Quote from: on the sideline on December 18, 2018, 03:23:09 PM
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
I believe that a "Full HD" TV will pick up rte without a box but "HD Ready" will not. I'm not 100% on that though unfortunately.
Quote from: lurganblue on December 18, 2018, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: on the sideline on December 18, 2018, 03:23:09 PM
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
I believe that a "Full HD" TV will pick up rte without a box but "HD Ready" will not. I'm not 100% on that though unfortunately.
Freeview HD is the thing to look out for.
Whether or not you get Saorview is of course dependent on your signal, but if you have been getting it the set should do it.
TG4 and RTÉ are also broadcast from Divis, and you need a Freeview HD set for this also.
Any big set in late 2018 is almost certainly Freeview HD, smaller sets are less certain.
Quote from: lurganblue on December 18, 2018, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: on the sideline on December 18, 2018, 03:23:09 PM
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
I believe that a "Full HD" TV will pick up rte without a box but "HD Ready" will not. I'm not 100% on that though unfortunately.
As thewobbler says, needs a Freeview HD tuner and some even mention Saorview in the specification.
A "Full HD" TV should have a Freeview HD tuner but check the fine print just in case.
Quote from: lurganblue on December 18, 2018, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: on the sideline on December 18, 2018, 03:23:09 PM
Want to get a tv that will pick up rte etc in the north without using a set top box. Will one with built in freeview be enough to pick this up? Checked models on saorview approved site and the models I'm looking at are coming up as approved - but will this mean I can get them up here in the north ok?
Given the size of the room I'm thinking of a 43" Panasonic TXF532B Smart Full HD. Says it has Saorview included. Anyone have one of these or know will it automatically pick up rte tg4 etc?
Haven't a clue here so any help appreciated.
I believe that a "Full HD" TV will pick up rte without a box but "HD Ready" will not. I'm not 100% on that though unfortunately.
No not true.
You need Freeview HD (the tuner) not Full HD the TV.
Freeview Plus is not Freeview HD btw.
'HD Ready' used to be a common euphemism for 720p resolution whereas 'Full HD' means 1080p.
It has fûck all to do with the existence or lack of any type of tuner.
What would we do without the font of all knowledge that is Syf ;D
Sure don't be worrying about what tuner the TV has. Just steal it digitally from the internet like the rest of us!
Quote from: gallsman on December 18, 2018, 05:46:35 PM
Sure don't be worrying about what tuner the TV has. Just steal it digitally from the internet like the rest of us!
It might be easier to get a good TV signal than good Internet.
Quote from: armaghniac on December 18, 2018, 09:30:12 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 18, 2018, 05:46:35 PM
Sure don't be worrying about what tuner the TV has. Just steal it digitally from the internet like the rest of us!
It might be easier to get a good TV signal than good Internet.
I wasn't actually being serious.
Quote from: gallsman on December 18, 2018, 10:47:39 PM
Quote from: armaghniac on December 18, 2018, 09:30:12 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 18, 2018, 05:46:35 PM
Sure don't be worrying about what tuner the TV has. Just steal it digitally from the internet like the rest of us!
It might be easier to get a good TV signal than good Internet.
I wasn't actually being serious.
Of course, you pay for things. But there could be some Roscommon people viewing the thread.
Purchased this last weekend - Samsung ue55nu7100, I'm thinking I should be able to pick up the RTÉ signal on this TV since I can get RTÉ on another TV in the house from the aerial. I ran through the setup twice once with the region set to UK and the other time the region was set to Ireland. When I selected the Ireland option the TV picked up approx. 25 less channels, so I've it switched back the the UK as default region. Anyone any ideas?
Quote from: BenDover on December 19, 2018, 08:31:43 AM
Purchased this last weekend - Samsung ue55nu7100, I'm thinking I should be able to pick up the RTÉ signal on this TV since I can get RTÉ on another TV in the house from the aerial. I ran through the setup twice once with the region set to UK and the other time the region was set to Ireland. When I selected the Ireland option the TV picked up approx. 25 less channels, so I've it switched back the the UK as default region. Anyone any ideas?
Same thing happened to me.
Your Irish channels are most likely buried randomly up in the high 800s. You can programme them to a more sensible run.
I'm guessing that there are certain UK Freeview channels are not permitted in Ireland, hence they get lost in Saorview mode.
After nearly 15 years my tv is on the last legs do started to shop round a bit the day. Talk about information overload. Looking for either a 60-65 inch. Anyone know what's the best makes (and models) to look for? Ideally the below the £800 mark. No gaming or anything like that.
You can always get a fancy TV, but you will notice the difference in the first £500 much more than the £500 above that.
I bought an LG in November and it is fine, this is the 65" model, well within budget
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/lg-65um7450pla-65-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-google-assistant-10191788-pdt.html?intcmpid=display~RR
If you want your TV capable of running IPTV without the need for a box/firestick etc then buy a LG or Samsung Smart TV or any Android TV.
Cheers for the replies. A friend mentioned the refresh rate and that I should be looking something around 120hz. Is that as important as he was making out?
Quote from: trueblue1234 on March 01, 2020, 10:05:31 PM
After nearly 15 years my tv is on the last legs do started to shop round a bit the day. Talk about information overload. Looking for either a 60-65 inch. Anyone know what's the best makes (and models) to look for? Ideally the below the £800 mark. No gaming or anything like that.
Sony have the best TVs. Below them there is no real difference in quality between the main brands such as Samsung, Panasonic, LG etc, just depends on personal taste.
Quote from: dublin7 on March 02, 2020, 12:47:59 PM
Quote from: trueblue1234 on March 01, 2020, 10:05:31 PM
After nearly 15 years my tv is on the last legs do started to shop round a bit the day. Talk about information overload. Looking for either a 60-65 inch. Anyone know what's the best makes (and models) to look for? Ideally the below the £800 mark. No gaming or anything like that.
Sony have the best TVs. Below them there is no real difference in quality between the main brands such as Samsung, Panasonic, LG etc, just depends on personal taste.
Cheers have a sony at the minute and it was good.
Quote from: Itchy on March 02, 2020, 11:28:55 AM
If you want your TV capable of running IPTV without the need for a box/firestick etc then buy a LG or Samsung Smart TV or any Android TV.
Can Sony TVs not download the IPTV apps?
Sony do make the best TVs.
But after them I would only recommend LG or Samsung. Smart TV apps are maybe the most important thing on a modern TV, and the difference in availability of Apps between Sony, Samsung, LG, and then everyone else, is extraordinary.
I have an LG and there were a couple of things I was looking for recently app wise which were only available on Samsung. You will get more apps on samsung although tv quality wise I think LG do match them.
We have a Samsung TV and a Fire TV stick. The apps on the Samsung do not seem to get updated as often as those on the Fire stick and the range is not as good so we end up never using the Samsung apps. You could look into getting a Roku or Fire stick and use that as the "smart" bit of your setup. It would also be cheaper to replace if it ever became outdated.
Quote from: thewobbler on March 02, 2020, 02:32:46 PM
Sony do make the best TVs.
But after them I would only recommend LG or Samsung. Smart TV apps are maybe the most important thing on a modern TV, and the difference in availability of Apps between Sony, Samsung, LG, and then everyone else, is extraordinary.
This is the one I was thinking of going for. It says Android. So would I be able to download my IPTV to it? I know some Sony's can't.
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/sony-bravia-kd65xg8196bu-65-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-google-assistant-10191713-pdt.html?store=%7Bstore_code%7D&=--present--&istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istFeedId=2928af81-b29b-476c-a180-ac5de265a98e&istItemId=watiqapxi&istBid=t&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+IMv2+LTC~0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+10191713_phrase~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&device=c&ds_kids=43700043992440629&tgtid=0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+IMv2+LTC&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwoKBjoj85wIVDLDtCh1P7AA0EAAYASAAEgKiAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds (https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/sony-bravia-kd65xg8196bu-65-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-google-assistant-10191713-pdt.html?store=%7Bstore_code%7D&=--present--&istCompanyId=bec25c7e-cbcd-460d-81d5-a25372d2e3d7&istFeedId=2928af81-b29b-476c-a180-ac5de265a98e&istItemId=watiqapxi&istBid=t&srcid=198&cmpid=ppc~gg~0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+IMv2+LTC~0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+10191713_phrase~Exact&mctag=gg_goog_7904&kwid=GOOGLE&device=c&ds_kids=43700043992440629&tgtid=0045+LARGE+SCREEN+TELEVISION+-+IMv2+LTC&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwoKBjoj85wIVDLDtCh1P7AA0EAAYASAAEgKiAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds)
Quote from: thewobbler on March 02, 2020, 02:32:46 PM
Sony do make the best TVs.
But after them I would only recommend LG or Samsung. Smart TV apps are maybe the most important thing on a modern TV, and the difference in availability of Apps between Sony, Samsung, LG, and then everyone else, is extraordinary.
No they don't. They haven't done for years. And Android TV is dreadful. I say this as a huge Android fan.
Smart apps on the TV aren't the most important thing in the slightest. You can easily get whatever apps or user interface you want plugging in a fire stick, Roku stick, Nvidia shield etc.
Your post is absolutely uninformed waffle.
TrueBlue, 120Hz refresh rate isn't important if gaming isn't important.
What's more important is the colour gamut, whether you need OLED or not, will TV be placed beside a widow and watched during day (if so get one capable of achieving higher brightness). What connections do you need? How many HDMI? Do you need hdmi 2.1?
Also, with any flatscreen TVs these days, if you value sound quality in even the slightest fashion, get a soundbar. Even a cheap one is far superior to the inbuilt speakers on a TV.
"Will TV be placed beside a widow and watched during day"
Sounds like an ideal afternoon, in the nursing home.
Quote from: gallsman on March 02, 2020, 09:49:47 PM
Quote from: thewobbler on March 02, 2020, 02:32:46 PM
Sony do make the best TVs.
But after them I would only recommend LG or Samsung. Smart TV apps are maybe the most important thing on a modern TV, and the difference in availability of Apps between Sony, Samsung, LG, and then everyone else, is extraordinary.
No they don't. They haven't done for years. And Android TV is dreadful. I say this as a huge Android fan.
Smart apps on the TV aren't the most important thing in the slightest. You can easily get whatever apps or user interface you want plugging in a fire stick, Roku stick, Nvidia shield etc.
Your post is absolutely uninformed waffle.
TrueBlue, 120Hz refresh rate isn't important if gaming isn't important.
What's more important is the colour gamut, whether you need OLED or not, will TV be placed beside a widow and watched during day (if so get one capable of achieving higher brightness). What connections do you need? How many HDMI? Do you need hdmi 2.1?
Also, with any flatscreen TVs these days, if you value sound quality in even the slightest fashion, get a soundbar. Even a cheap one is far superior to the inbuilt speakers on a TV.
Cheers. Room will be in the sunroom and quite a bit of glare. So will keep an eye on the brightness. For hdmi only connection now is a android box and the BT box.
My parents bought a smart t.v. last year without consulting me and I cry every time I'm home and I have to use it
So, do your research well
Quote from: playwiththewind1st on March 02, 2020, 10:08:30 PM
"Will TV be placed beside a widow and watched during day"
Sounds like an ideal afternoon, in the nursing home.
Big championship games (like those on a gaaboard might be interested in watching), to give one example, tend to be played on Saturday and Sunday afternoons in the middle of the summer.
Quote from: trueblue1234 on March 02, 2020, 10:25:55 PM
Quote from: gallsman on March 02, 2020, 09:49:47 PM
Quote from: thewobbler on March 02, 2020, 02:32:46 PM
Sony do make the best TVs.
But after them I would only recommend LG or Samsung. Smart TV apps are maybe the most important thing on a modern TV, and the difference in availability of Apps between Sony, Samsung, LG, and then everyone else, is extraordinary.
No they don't. They haven't done for years. And Android TV is dreadful. I say this as a huge Android fan.
Smart apps on the TV aren't the most important thing in the slightest. You can easily get whatever apps or user interface you want plugging in a fire stick, Roku stick, Nvidia shield etc.
Your post is absolutely uninformed waffle.
TrueBlue, 120Hz refresh rate isn't important if gaming isn't important.
What's more important is the colour gamut, whether you need OLED or not, will TV be placed beside a widow and watched during day (if so get one capable of achieving higher brightness). What connections do you need? How many HDMI? Do you need hdmi 2.1?
Also, with any flatscreen TVs these days, if you value sound quality in even the slightest fashion, get a soundbar. Even a cheap one is far superior to the inbuilt speakers on a TV.
Cheers. Room will be in the sunroom and quite a bit of glare. So will keep an eye on the brightness. For hdmi only connection now is a android box and the BT box.
The rule of thumb is matte screen for bright rooms
You can always get those japanese style movable screens (partition) will also help with sound quality and easily tidied away.
QuoteBe a little wary of "Vestel" TV's - these are often sold as rebadged products that are often found at the lower or budget end of the market, the thing is that even some of the more "reputable" brands sell some of their cheapest TV's are Vestel rebrands, so it can be worth checking out beforehand. I'd just like to mention that Vestel made televisions (most are manufactured in Turkey) aren't usually piles of junk and indeed are often acceptable as a secondary TV say in a kitchen or bedroom, but they usually have some minor deficiencies compared to the more higher-end brands that the average Padraig or Aislinn won't notice or care much but whom a videophile would especially for large screen displays. Vestel's are easy enough to spot however if the screen is on, as they all have a common layout and pattern with their on-screen displays.
I've had a LG for the past few years, in the last few months the screen has been giving off a blueish hue.
It's gradually getting worse. On investigation this seems to be a common problem and apparently according to one source I found it's because the model I have is basically a rebadged Vestel.
I found this reply on another forum to someone who had the exact same problem as me
The Blue LED phenomenon exists in LED backlights that are manyfactured by a company called Vestel. Notorious in the TV trade for building sub-standard TVs, and, supplying parts to other manufacturers. Once the Vestel LEDS begin to age, they turn blue, then blow. So I want to replace the TV but I'm a bit reluctant to buy LG now. Is there anyway of knowing beforehand if they are Vestels or not?
Also have any of you Nordies bought from Richer Sounds in the North? They are a good bit cheaper even with delivery to the South.
Quote from: laoislad on December 17, 2020, 04:52:14 PM
QuoteBe a little wary of "Vestel" TV's - these are often sold as rebadged products that are often found at the lower or budget end of the market, the thing is that even some of the more "reputable" brands sell some of their cheapest TV's are Vestel rebrands, so it can be worth checking out beforehand. I'd just like to mention that Vestel made televisions (most are manufactured in Turkey) aren't usually piles of junk and indeed are often acceptable as a secondary TV say in a kitchen or bedroom, but they usually have some minor deficiencies compared to the more higher-end brands that the average Padraig or Aislinn won't notice or care much but whom a videophile would especially for large screen displays. Vestel's are easy enough to spot however if the screen is on, as they all have a common layout and pattern with their on-screen displays.
I've had a LG for the past few years, in the last few months the screen has been giving off a blueish hue.
It's gradually getting worse. On investigation this seems to be a common problem and apparently according to one source I found it's because the model I have is basically a rebadged Vestel.
I found this reply on another forum to someone who had the exact same problem as me
The Blue LED phenomenon exists in LED backlights that are manyfactured by a company called Vestel. Notorious in the TV trade for building sub-standard TVs, and, supplying parts to other manufacturers. Once the Vestel LEDS begin to age, they turn blue, then blow.
So I want to replace the TV but I'm a bit reluctant to buy LG now. Is there anyway of knowing beforehand if they are Vestels or not?
Also have any of you Nordies bought from Richer Sounds in the North? They are a good bit cheaper even with delivery to the South.
Yeah seem to be a good company to deal with - and the added bonus of a 6 year warranty included with most products of a certain price. I wouldn't have much hesitation in dealing with them again, luckily haven't had to avail of any warranty yet.
Richer Sounds have always been brilliant for me and Da would get all his TVs from then. Not bad reports so far.
Laoislad richersounds have dedicated reps on boards.ie so you could ask them anything you wanted directly. Loads of people over there use them, they seem to have a great rep.
Have used richer sounds quite abit over the years and can't fault them. Staff quite happy to bore the balls of ye with their Tech Knowledge as well.
Cheers lads. Will have a look at that boards.ie so.
This is the TV I'm considering
https://www.richersounds.ie/p-204598-samsung-qe50q60t-50-inch-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-smart-qled-tv-with-apple-tv-app-freesat-hd.aspx
Quote from: Jeepers Creepers on December 18, 2020, 09:25:10 AM
Have used richer sounds quite abit over the years and can't fault them. Staff quite happy to bore the balls of ye with their Tech Knowledge as well.
+1 with Richer sounds. bought both TVs and audio equipment from them. Knowledge and service both excellent
Quote from: laoislad on December 18, 2020, 09:53:25 AM
Cheers lads. Will have a look at that boards.ie so.
This is the TV I'm considering
https://www.richersounds.ie/p-204598-samsung-qe50q60t-50-inch-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-smart-qled-tv-with-apple-tv-app-freesat-hd.aspx
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Q60T-Quantum-Smart-Tizen-Black/dp/B087XDMCBK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=QE50Q60t&qid=1608310757&sr=8-1
Not sure what the logistics would be??
Some good advice on here from the usual experts and I'll jump across to boards.ie for more as suggested.
However maybe a question that can be answered on here. I've been itching to buy a new TV for about a year but kept putting it off. I've currently a 42in Samsung that I got 12 years ago, and it's still going great. It has served me well. So it's not that I need a change as such.
I really want to buy an OLED and although the 55" are in my price range, I am worried I'll get it and wish I went 65". I was hoping the sales might have fired up some hope but prices have remained steady (Is covid stopping sales?). When do people think OLEDs will start to drop?
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Think about where the TV will be placed and the dimensions of the room. I assume it'll be 4K, if not 8K. TV doesn't have to be so far from the sofa.
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 31, 2020, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Considering you're already asking the question - 55 or 65, the thrill of a 55" might last 2 days before the regrets come calling.
Your future would be haunted by thoughts of regrets. Every time you would sit down in front of a 55" you'd never experience true peace of mind.
Quote from: Main Street on December 31, 2020, 04:53:12 PM
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 31, 2020, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Considering you're already asking the question - 55 or 65, the thrill of a 55" might last 2 days before the regrets come calling.
Your future would be haunted by thoughts of regrets. Every time you would sit down in front of a 55" you'd never experience true peace of mind.
Ha Ha- When you put it like that....
I still haven't bought a new one yet,head getting a bit fried trying to find one. For every 20 good reviews you might read 1 bad one but it's enough to put the doubts in the mind.
When are new TVs released? Would I be better off holding on until then? Though I have my eye now on this after talking to the guys in Richer Sounds.
I'm limited to a 50" Max unfortunately.
https://euro.richersounds.ie/p-204635-sony-bravia-kd49xh9505bu-49-inch-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-smart-led-android-tv-youview.aspx?swapstore=1
Took a spin up to Curry's the other day to see it in person and it is pretty impressive in fairness.
Thing is, with improved technology and mainstream adoption of 4K, unless you've dropped a few quid on a TV in the last few years, anything you get is going to be a massive step up on your current kit.
That TV looks good Laoislad. I'd get an OLED or a QLED myself but it's about what's right for you.
One think to think about when buying new TVs, if it matters to you, is a sound system. Speakers are mechanical devices. They need sound and space. Built in speakers, even on TVs costing thousands, are shite. If it does indeed matter to you, factor in a few hundred quid for a decent soundbar.
I got lit up like Christmas by the Tv experts for mentioning this before. But here goes again.
You've only one Tv per room. The chances of you concerning yourself on the difference between QLED, LED and OLED when you're immersed in HD Narcos is next to none.
Instead:
1. Buy the biggest TV size you can afford while not dominating the wall.
2. Make sure it has Freeview HD (not Freeview +) i in the north.
3. Stick to Samsung, LG and Sony as they will have all the apps you need, and are easy to use, which negates the need for multiple remote controls.
4. The sound will not be good, mainly because there's no room for speakers. Buy a sound bar if you've tiled floors or a big room, or both.
5. If you change your Tv every 10 years it doesn't matter if you get a year old model or next year's model. They're both so much better than what you have you won't believe.
That's just practical advice from a realist who watches TV programmes, not TVs.
Happy new year.
Quote from: Main Street on December 31, 2020, 04:53:12 PM
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 31, 2020, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Considering you're already asking the question - 55 or 65, the thrill of a 55" might last 2 days before the regrets come calling.
Your future would be haunted by thoughts of regrets. Every time you would sit down in front of a 55" you'd never experience true peace of mind.
This is true, but a 65" will be 20% cheaper and will have extra features in a year or two, so the calculation is not as black and white as it might me.
Quote from: armaghniac on December 31, 2020, 07:07:00 PM
Quote from: Main Street on December 31, 2020, 04:53:12 PM
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 31, 2020, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Considering you're already asking the question - 55 or 65, the thrill of a 55" might last 2 days before the regrets come calling.
Your future would be haunted by thoughts of regrets. Every time you would sit down in front of a 55" you'd never experience true peace of mind.
This is true, but a 65" will be 20% cheaper and will have extra features in a year or two, so the calculation is not as black and white as it might me.
Unlike you shifty Armagh folk, Norf sounds like a guy who makes a choice and sticks with it for at least 10 years (ie. apart from his woman), 'tis better he makes the sound choice for his future peace of mind over the next decade, rather than live with a regret that he will have to repair inside 2 years.
Quote from: Main Street on December 31, 2020, 10:13:43 PM
Quote from: armaghniac on December 31, 2020, 07:07:00 PM
Quote from: Main Street on December 31, 2020, 04:53:12 PM
Quote from: Norf Tyrone on December 31, 2020, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: gallsman on December 31, 2020, 02:57:24 PM
As in become widely available to consumers for a few hundred quid? Not any time soon. Not within the next 5 years for sure.
If you have the space for a 65in, get the 65in. There's no way I could ever have my main TV below 65in after my current one.
Cheers- I would have room for 65" fairly comfortably. Need to try and justify it to myself now!
Considering you're already asking the question - 55 or 65, the thrill of a 55" might last 2 days before the regrets come calling.
Your future would be haunted by thoughts of regrets. Every time you would sit down in front of a 55" you'd never experience true peace of mind.
This is true, but a 65" will be 20% cheaper and will have extra features in a year or two, so the calculation is not as black and white as it might me.
Unlike you shifty Armagh folk, Norf sounds like a guy who makes a choice and sticks with it for at least 10 years (ie. apart from his woman), 'tis better he makes the sound choice for his future peace of mind over the next decade, rather than live with a regret that he will have to repair inside 2 years.
It depends on the product. You buy a fridge to do for years, because they don't change much. Most people do not buy a mobile phone to do for a decade.
What's the catch? It came up as an ad on Facebook.
https://gb.frysclub.com/2018-65-q8c-curved-qled-4k-certified-ultra-hd-premium-hdr-1500-smart-tv-p-9580.html (https://gb.frysclub.com/2018-65-q8c-curved-qled-4k-certified-ultra-hd-premium-hdr-1500-smart-tv-p-9580.html)
Better looking site than clear scams, I'll say that.
Have never heard of Frys Club. Worth a punt for 75 quid?! Buy on credit card and vision back there just in case?
Anyone I know that bought a curved TV regretted that decision.
But for 75 quid sure it's worth a try if it is actually legit I suppose.
Quote from: laoislad on January 06, 2021, 04:40:01 PM
Anyone I know that bought a curved TV regretted that decision.
But for 75 quid sure it's worth a try if it is actually legit I suppose.
There are other ones there just as cheap.
Looks like a scam of some sort. If you go to the "About Us" section, everything refers to Rysclub - yet the address is clearly frysclub ?
Nothing in the way of contact details either.
Richer Sounds is yer man, LL
Lads- Quick question for the experts. I have a TV in the sun room and the SKY box is in a cupboard in the middle of the house with a normal def cable coming from the SKY box to the various TVs around the house.
I want to run a HD cable off the box now to the TV in the sun room. I assume I'll need a HDMI wall plate and connect to the wall via that, if that's not a silly question?
The WiFi box is in the same cupboard, so to put an ethernet from the TV to the broadband I want to do similar.
Is one of these plates the thing I am looking for? I am useless at this type of thing but I think even I could do this!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/C4A-Single-Ethernet-Connect-Faceplate-White/dp/B07V3CZ9MW (https://www.amazon.co.uk/C4A-Single-Ethernet-Connect-Faceplate-White/dp/B07V3CZ9MW)
Yes,
that particular Ethernet point is CAT6, so use Cat6 cable
Will you have room to connect the HDMI cable you pull from the cupboard to the back of that plate? you wouldn't have room in a normal wall box, but maybe if its a stud wall or something you'll have room to connect
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Are you an Armagh fan? Most Armagh fans tvs went off because they put their boot thru it after they missed the peno against Tyrone.
Quote from: StPatsAbu on May 23, 2021, 09:57:54 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Are you an Armagh fan? Most Armagh fans tvs went off because they put their boot thru it after they missed the peno against Tyrone.
Worse, Down.
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 10:46:51 PM
Quote from: StPatsAbu on May 23, 2021, 09:57:54 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Are you an Armagh fan? Most Armagh fans tvs went off because they put their boot thru it after they missed the peno against Tyrone.
Worse, Down.
That's the issue. Insurance job ;)
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Did you completely unplug it?
Quote from: ONeill on May 23, 2021, 11:19:06 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Did you completely unplug it?
Yes, take the kettle lead out for 2 mins. Plug in and try again. Had a similar issue with an LG
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Have had a few issues with LG LED TVs that were related to the LED strips so you might not be far off the mark re. "a bulb". If it is out of warranty your best bet is to take it to a local expert. I had the LED strips replaced in one amd prob got another 2-3 years out of it.
Quote from: StPatsAbu on May 23, 2021, 09:57:54 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Are you an Armagh fan? Most Armagh fans tvs went off because they put their boot thru it after they missed the peno against Tyrone.
I'm sure if you asked Stefan Campbell nicely, he would buy you a replacement telly ;D
Quote from: JoG2 on May 24, 2021, 12:18:08 AM
Quote from: ONeill on May 23, 2021, 11:19:06 PM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Did you completely unplug it?
Yes, take the kettle lead out for 2 mins. Plug in and try again. Had a similar issue with an LG
Tried that also. No joy.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on May 24, 2021, 12:32:57 AM
Quote from: snoopdog on May 23, 2021, 09:19:04 PM
I have a 2 year old LG Smart tv. It went black screen yesterday as if a bulb went on it. Anyone any experience of this brand with similar issue. I've had a few lg tvs and this is the 1st I've had issue with.
Have had a few issues with LG LED TVs that were related to the LED strips so you might not be far off the mark re. "a bulb". If it is out of warranty your best bet is to take it to a local expert. I had the LED strips replaced in one amd prob got another 2-3 years out of it.
Will do , cheers
Bit of a random one and didn't know where to post but anyone having problems watching gaa club games on beo.sportlive on their TVs',it's a deadly service and can watch on my phone or tablet but when I try to on the Sony smart tv I have it just lags and stutters.
I just use the internet explorer app on the tv to watch it,would using chrome or some other browser help?? Maybe some setting that is preventing it from playing? Can't seem to get the screen mirroring working from my iPhone to the tv either,maybe it needs to be an Apple TV.
Is there such a thing as a lead you can get that you plug into the iPhone and into the tv that allows your phone screen to appear on your tv?? I could play the game on the phone and watch it on the tv thru the lead??
Sorry for such a random post of questions
Quote from: bigfrank on October 11, 2021, 10:35:06 AM
Bit of a random one and didn't know where to post but anyone having problems watching gaa club games on beo.sportlive on their TVs',it's a deadly service and can watch on my phone or tablet but when I try to on the Sony smart tv I have it just lags and stutters.
I just use the internet explorer app on the tv to watch it,would using chrome or some other browser help?? Maybe some setting that is preventing it from playing? Can't seem to get the screen mirroring working from my iPhone to the tv either,maybe it needs to be an Apple TV.
Is there such a thing as a lead you can get that you plug into the iPhone and into the tv that allows your phone screen to appear on your tv?? I could play the game on the phone and watch it on the tv thru the lead??
Sorry for such a random post of questions
Sounds like a Chromecast would help you. Plug it into the TV and cast video or the phone/tablet screen to your TV.
Some TVs have a mirroring function as well. Maybe check that first.
Quote from: trueblue1234 on October 11, 2021, 11:13:55 AM
Some TVs have a mirroring function as well. Maybe check that first.
Yeah try the screen mirroring function on the phone, the wife would have used that for the likes of training classes during lockdown
Quote from: trueblue1234 on October 11, 2021, 11:13:55 AM
Some TVs have a mirroring function as well. Maybe check that first.
Yeah googled that option and tried to set it up but can never get the option of my tv to show up on the screen mirroring section of phone. Random thing is if I'm watching a video on Facebook it always alerts me to the option of connecting to my tv and watching it there,does it quickly and works every time but that option don't seem available when I'm watching gaa game on beosport.annoying watching on phone when 55" across the room.
Il have a look at this chrome cast option that was mentioned above maybe
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/jvc-lt-55cf890-fire-tv-edition-55-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-amazon-alexa-10195289-pdt.html
Highly recommend lads
Quote from: bigfrank on October 11, 2021, 12:48:03 PM
Quote from: trueblue1234 on October 11, 2021, 11:13:55 AM
Some TVs have a mirroring function as well. Maybe check that first.
Yeah googled that option and tried to set it up but can never get the option of my tv to show up on the screen mirroring section of phone. Random thing is if I'm watching a video on Facebook it always alerts me to the option of connecting to my tv and watching it there,does it quickly and works every time but that option don't seem available when I'm watching gaa game on beosport.annoying watching on phone when 55" across the room.
Il have a look at this chrome cast option that was mentioned above maybe
From my own experience, the difference in performance between mirroring and casting via a Chromecast is night and day. Chromecast is a great piece of kit.
Can someone explain mirroring to me?
Quote from: BennyCake on October 11, 2021, 05:24:26 PM
Can someone explain mirroring to me?
Benny. A mirror image of your phone appears on your TV. You could for example start a movie, photo slideshow etc on your phone (everything you do is replicated or mirrored on the TV. You go full screen and it appears full screen on your TB. Can be quite laggy compared to casting.
Quote from: JoG2 on October 11, 2021, 06:00:15 PM
Quote from: BennyCake on October 11, 2021, 05:24:26 PM
Can someone explain mirroring to me?
Benny. A mirror image of your phone appears on your TV. You could for example start a movie, photo slideshow etc on your phone (everything you do is replicated or mirrored on the TV. You go full screen and it appears full screen on your TB. Can be quite laggy compared to casting.
A mirror image of your phone on the tv not a good idea the wife might find out who is txting you ;D
Quote from: general on October 11, 2021, 03:54:29 PM
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/jvc-lt-55cf890-fire-tv-edition-55-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-amazon-alexa-10195289-pdt.html
Highly recommend lads
In the market for a TV as last one fcuked.
Whats good about this one.
Are there likely to be reductions on black Friday?
Quote from: WT4E on October 15, 2021, 10:24:48 PM
Quote from: general on October 11, 2021, 03:54:29 PM
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-and-home-entertainment/televisions/televisions/jvc-lt-55cf890-fire-tv-edition-55-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-with-amazon-alexa-10195289-pdt.html
Highly recommend lads
In the market for a TV as last one fcuked.
Whats good about this one.
Are there likely to be reductions on black Friday?
If you use IPTV this is the tv for you - no fire stick required as its already built in. I also find it very responsive compared to using the firestick plugged into the tv.
I purchased a 65" for £599 4K Ultra HD which i found to be excellent value.
Resolution doesn't equate to picture quality. If you've the money and are prepared to spend it, an OLED from LG or QLED from Samsung or MicroLED from whoever is light years ahead of anything else in the market. A TV simply being labelled 4K or Ultra HD is meaningless. It should be pretty difficult to buy a new TV these days that isn't 4K.
I'm in the market for a new TV and after recommendations for a good Smart TV.
By "good" I think I mean that it has good apps; like is it possible to watch Sky Sports / BT Sport if you subscribe to them?
Is it possible to get the functionality of a Firestick built into a Smart TV nowadays?
What other things are there to consider?
Joe, if you're like me - and don't understand how people can obsess on the difference in picture quality between two TVs even side by side, but want an impressive, ready to play TV with very few leads - get last year's model in Samsung or Sony.
Quote from: thewobbler on April 16, 2022, 08:55:28 PM
Joe, if you're like me - and don't understand how people can obsess on the difference in picture quality between two TVs even side by side, but want an impressive, ready to play TV with very few leads - get last year's model in Samsung or Sony.
Yeah, I'm definitely not obsessive about picture quality. I'd be more interested in ensuring that the young lad could watch the Saturday 3pm soccer games; so its the functionality I'd be after
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 16, 2022, 09:00:45 PM
Quote from: thewobbler on April 16, 2022, 08:55:28 PM
Joe, if you're like me - and don't understand how people can obsess on the difference in picture quality between two TVs even side by side, but want an impressive, ready to play TV with very few leads - get last year's model in Samsung or Sony.
Yeah, I'm definitely not obsessive about picture quality. I'd be more interested in ensuring that the young lad could watch the Saturday 3pm soccer games; so its the functionality I'd be after
You should probably look at a Sony with android in-built
Quote from: thewobbler on April 16, 2022, 09:02:50 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 16, 2022, 09:00:45 PM
Quote from: thewobbler on April 16, 2022, 08:55:28 PM
Joe, if you're like me - and don't understand how people can obsess on the difference in picture quality between two TVs even side by side, but want an impressive, ready to play TV with very few leads - get last year's model in Samsung or Sony.
Yeah, I'm definitely not obsessive about picture quality. I'd be more interested in ensuring that the young lad could watch the Saturday 3pm soccer games; so its the functionality I'd be after
You should probably look at a Sony with android in-built
Yeah, the android OS seems to get me what I'm after, esp with the Google Play Store
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
Thanks MS
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
How many scart sockets?
Quote from: KickPass on April 17, 2022, 09:33:16 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
How many scart sockets?
Hmmm, scart sockets, I had forgotten about them
None, but various scart /hdmi adapters are available.
None
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:15:02 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Really wish TG4 was in HD (first world problems!)
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:15:02 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Really wish TG4 was in HD (first world problems!)
How do you watch it, on Saorview?
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:46:31 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:15:02 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Really wish TG4 was in HD (first world problems!)
How do you watch it, on Saorview?
Freeview box or through the digital aerial that points across to Greencastle, Donegal, - fuzzy and fuzzier
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
I use Tivimate on mine, great app. It costs a tenner once off payment I think. I dont even remember what sky looks like its so long since I used it. Dont get hung up on stuff like that is my advice.
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 11:04:57 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:46:31 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:15:02 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Really wish TG4 was in HD (first world problems!)
How do you watch it, on Saorview?
Freeview box or through the digital aerial that points across to Greencastle, Donegal, - fuzzy and fuzzier
On the IPTV stream TG4 comes out good enough, HD quality or near enough.
Quote from: Main Street on April 19, 2022, 01:36:34 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 11:04:57 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:46:31 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:35:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 10:15:02 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
Quote from: Smokin Joe on April 17, 2022, 07:18:12 PM
Quote from: Main Street on April 17, 2022, 05:17:32 PM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
The format of the iptv channel guide is decent but its look depends on the software, you can't change much, imo IPTV Smarters Pro is about the best of the free iptv software.
Last year I got a Sony Bravia KD65x81j, I see its now selling in the UK for £700.
65" screen for me is minimum and this Sony is one of the best in this class/ price range. I'm quite pleased with it and it's very user friendly.
What sort of distance do you need to be away from a 65"?
I've a 65" in a room, sofa is about 4 metres from it. Great for the sport
You can even be closer if the room dictates. Where my lazy boy is situated, my eyes are about 3m from the screen.
Really wish TG4 was in HD (first world problems!)
How do you watch it, on Saorview?
Freeview box or through the digital aerial that points across to Greencastle, Donegal, - fuzzy and fuzzier
On the IPTV stream TG4 comes out good enough, HD quality or near enough.
I have it listed on IPTV too, never even thought. Good man!
Quote from: Itchy on April 19, 2022, 11:14:33 AM
Quote from: JoG2 on April 17, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
Quote from: Itchy on April 17, 2022, 01:26:03 PM
Go android tv, Sony I would go with. Get your iptv then direct app on the TV.
On the IPTV, is it handy enough to change the look of the channel guide, say to something more resembling Sky etc?
I use Tivimate on mine, great app. It costs a tenner once off payment I think. I dont even remember what sky looks like its so long since I used it. Dont get hung up on stuff like that is my advice.
I think having a good program guide was an issue in the past for iptv players.
Tivimate now is about €25 one off payment and €8 p/a
My favored is MYTV which is embedded in the Formuler Z8 iptv boxes at no extra charge.
IPTV smarters big plus is compatibility over all platforms/devices, its free and with epg.
JVC do a very good fire tv - I find it excellent for IPTV
Mother wants a small cheap tv for a bedroom in Donegal. House has a decent aeriel and gets RTE/BBC etc in main room. If I buy her a tv in the north will she be able to use the smart apps and pick up digital channels etc in the bedroom
Quote from: David McKeown on July 13, 2022, 03:35:02 PM
Mother wants a small cheap tv for a bedroom in Donegal. House has a decent aeriel and gets RTE/BBC etc in main room. If I buy her a tv in the north will she be able to use the smart apps and pick up digital channels etc in the bedroom
This should not be a problem, you may have to change the country setting on the tv. However, the likes of the BBC will not work on an app in Donegal without a lot of VPN stuff, you'd might be better to extend the aerial cable. All4 does work in the ROI and is a good resource, but you may have to set the TV briefly to UK to install the app.
Quote from: armaghniac on July 13, 2022, 03:50:53 PM
Quote from: David McKeown on July 13, 2022, 03:35:02 PM
Mother wants a small cheap tv for a bedroom in Donegal. House has a decent aeriel and gets RTE/BBC etc in main room. If I buy her a tv in the north will she be able to use the smart apps and pick up digital channels etc in the bedroom
This should not be a problem, you may have to change the country setting on the tv. However, the likes of the BBC will not work on an app in Donegal without a lot of VPN stuff, you'd might be better to extend the aerial cable. All4 does work in the ROI and is a good resource, but you may have to set the TV briefly to UK to install the app.
Thanks
We need to replace an 8 year old 42" Panasonic Viera LED which appears to have given up the ghost. I'd like something similar but which is suited for watching streamed tv on a Firestick. Without breaking the bank is there any makes anyone can recommend?
The only requirement to watch from a fire stick is to have HDMI, which every TV for nearly 15 years has had. If you want to watch 4K from a 4K firestick, you need a 4K TV.
Literally almost anything will do.
Quote from: gallsman on September 01, 2022, 02:23:53 PM
The only requirement to watch from a fire stick is to have HDMI, which every TV for nearly 15 years has had. If you want to watch 4K from a 4K firestick, you need a 4K TV.
Literally almost anything will do.
Thanks for that
Anyone any clue about this one re tv Ariel's
I have a six way Ariel splitter in my attic.
When I connect a tv to one of the Ariels it will not pick up a number of channels. No signal. However when I bring it to another Ariel in the house it will pick up all channels. Can't understand this Any ideas??
Quote from: Jim Bob on August 18, 2023, 05:32:11 PM
Anyone any clue about this one re tv Ariel's
I have a six way Ariel splitter in my attic.
When I connect a tv to one of the Ariels it will not pick up a number of channels. No signal. However when I bring it to another Ariel in the house it will pick up all channels. Can't understand this Any ideas??
I'm not sure that I understand. Do you have one aerial and six ports feeding off it. Do you have more than one aerial?
If the TV gets stations on one cable and not another, then it could be related to the length of the cable and distance from the aerial.
In the north some of the stations are broadcast at a lower power than others. Which stations do you not get?
Quote from: armaghniac on August 18, 2023, 10:14:35 PM
Quote from: Jim Bob on August 18, 2023, 05:32:11 PM
Anyone any clue about this one re tv Ariel's
I have a six way Ariel splitter in my attic.
When I connect a tv to one of the Ariels it will not pick up a number of channels. No signal. However when I bring it to another Ariel in the house it will pick up all channels. Can't understand this Any ideas??
I'm not sure that I understand. Do you have one aerial and six ports feeding off it. Do you have more than one aerial?
If the TV gets stations on one cable and not another, then it could be related to the length of the cable and distance from the aerial.
In the north some of the stations are broadcast at a lower power than others. Which stations do you not get?
I have one ariel in my attic which is connected to an electric 6 way box splitter. From this box I have 6 ariel cables going out to 6 rooms in the house. I have a tv in each room. In one room when I attach a tv to the Ariel I cannot get any HD channels when I tune it. If I bring that TV to any of the other rooms I will get all the channels .. just don't understand why in one room it won't pick up the same amount of channels when it's coming from the same Ariel.
Quote from: Jim Bob on August 18, 2023, 11:42:42 PM
Quote from: armaghniac on August 18, 2023, 10:14:35 PM
Quote from: Jim Bob on August 18, 2023, 05:32:11 PM
Anyone any clue about this one re tv Ariel's
I have a six way Ariel splitter in my attic.
When I connect a tv to one of the Ariels it will not pick up a number of channels. No signal. However when I bring it to another Ariel in the house it will pick up all channels. Can't understand this Any ideas??
I'm not sure that I understand. Do you have one aerial and six ports feeding off it. Do you have more than one aerial?
If the TV gets stations on one cable and not another, then it could be related to the length of the cable and distance from the aerial.
In the north some of the stations are broadcast at a lower power than others. Which stations do you not get?
I have one ariel in my attic which is connected to an electric 6 way box splitter. From this box I have 6 ariel cables going out to 6 rooms in the house. I have a tv in each room. In one room when I attach a tv to the Ariel I cannot get any HD channels when I tune it. If I bring that TV to any of the other rooms I will get all the channels .. just don't understand why in one room it won't pick up the same amount of channels when it's coming from the same Ariel.
It sounds like you might have a poor connection in that one room. I would swap two of the cables in the 6 way box splitter, one that leads to a room which is working perfectly with the one that leads to the room which isn't picking up channels. Test it again then with the same TV.
Depending on the results you could narrow it down to potentially a back cable connection, or wall plate connection.
Thanks for replies.
Is there a difference in the qualities of tv Ariel cables or are they all roughly the same.
I have a standard brown Ariel cable going from the splitter to this particular room. Was going to replace it with one from Amazon to see if the lead was the problem.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-fire-tv-55-4-series-4k-uhd-smart-tv/dp/B09N6YL3Y4?pf_rd_r=53876BNJTFYGCJ7QY9A1&pf_rd_t=PageFrameworkApplication&pf_rd_i=92074937031&pf_rd_p=9f2b02ed-0721-4868-98ea-d3724cae9b7a&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&ref=dlx_92074_sh_dcl_img_1_0444c44a_dt_mese4_7a
any good if I get an invite
Quote from: Square Ball on November 17, 2023, 08:53:24 AMhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-fire-tv-55-4-series-4k-uhd-smart-tv/dp/B09N6YL3Y4?pf_rd_r=53876BNJTFYGCJ7QY9A1&pf_rd_t=PageFrameworkApplication&pf_rd_i=92074937031&pf_rd_p=9f2b02ed-0721-4868-98ea-d3724cae9b7a&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&ref=dlx_92074_sh_dcl_img_1_0444c44a_dt_mese4_7a
any good if I get an invite
Heard they are good enough TV's but £150 for a 55" TV it's a no brainer.
Hope I get an invite too ;D
So it's basically a Firestick tv ? Can you sideload apps onto it for your own personal apps 😜?
Quote from: Square Ball on November 17, 2023, 08:53:24 AMhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-fire-tv-55-4-series-4k-uhd-smart-tv/dp/B09N6YL3Y4?pf_rd_r=53876BNJTFYGCJ7QY9A1&pf_rd_t=PageFrameworkApplication&pf_rd_i=92074937031&pf_rd_p=9f2b02ed-0721-4868-98ea-d3724cae9b7a&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&ref=dlx_92074_sh_dcl_img_1_0444c44a_dt_mese4_7a
any good if I get an invite
Didn't get the invite, did you?
Quote from: johnnycool on November 27, 2023, 11:05:01 AMQuote from: Square Ball on November 17, 2023, 08:53:24 AMhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-fire-tv-55-4-series-4k-uhd-smart-tv/dp/B09N6YL3Y4?pf_rd_r=53876BNJTFYGCJ7QY9A1&pf_rd_t=PageFrameworkApplication&pf_rd_i=92074937031&pf_rd_p=9f2b02ed-0721-4868-98ea-d3724cae9b7a&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&ref=dlx_92074_sh_dcl_img_1_0444c44a_dt_mese4_7a
any good if I get an invite
Didn't get the invite, did you?
nope, know a few others who went for it and no invite
My television no longer turning on I'm guessing I won't be worth fixing it. Anyone recommend as decent 40 inch TV
Not as bad as Blowitup but lines appearing all over the TV - just over 2 years old.
Have it above the fire so assume that is the issue :o
Quote from: Taylor on February 08, 2024, 03:56:42 PMNot as bad as Blowitup but lines appearing all over the TV - just over 2 years old.
Have it above the fire so assume that is the issue :o
:) Must be some big TV stand you have, is it singed too??
Quote from: Blowitupref on February 08, 2024, 02:29:58 PMMy television no longer turning on I'm guessing I won't be worth fixing it. Anyone recommend as decent 40 inch TV
Had a similar issue with an LG TV. Only certain places repair them as the screen is glued on.. Not worth it. Had to bin and replace. Was only a few years old
Quote from: JoG2 on February 08, 2024, 04:10:04 PMQuote from: Taylor on February 08, 2024, 03:56:42 PMNot as bad as Blowitup but lines appearing all over the TV - just over 2 years old.
Have it above the fire so assume that is the issue :o
:) Must be some big TV stand you have, is it singed too??
;D it is on a wall bracket.
Not singed but gradually getting worse with lines when the fire is lit.
Quote from: Blowitupref on February 08, 2024, 02:29:58 PMMy television no longer turning on I'm guessing I won't be worth fixing it. Anyone recommend as decent 40 inch TV
There's no such thing.
Quote from: JoG2 on February 08, 2024, 04:10:04 PMHad a similar issue with an LG TV. Only certain places repair them as the screen is glued on.. Not worth it. Had to bin and replace. Was only a few years old
A repair job of up to 150 I've been quoted. Five years old the TV was and never had any issue with it until the other day.
Quote from: gallsman on February 08, 2024, 06:33:32 PMThere's no such thing.
Have been to a few shops plenty of 40 inch TVs for sale. No rush to buy I'll keep shopping around are you saying none of them are decent?
We got a very good Samsung on Black Friday. Around 43 inches and good sound.
Quote from: Blowitupref on February 08, 2024, 06:49:12 PMHave been to a few shops plenty of 40 inch TVs for sale. No rush to buy I'll keep shopping around are you saying none of them are decent?
Just a silly joke about them being small.
Quote from: Blowitupref on February 08, 2024, 06:49:12 PMQuote from: JoG2 on February 08, 2024, 04:10:04 PMHad a similar issue with an LG TV. Only certain places repair them as the screen is glued on.. Not worth it. Had to bin and replace. Was only a few years old
A repair job of up to 150 I've been quoted. Five years old the TV was and never had any issue with it until the other day.
Quote from: gallsman on February 08, 2024, 06:33:32 PMThere's no such thing.
Have been to a few shops plenty of 40 inch TVs for sale. No rush to buy I'll keep shopping around are you saying none of them are decent?
f**k it in the bin. Have had a couple of LG tvs fixed in the past (new LED back-light strips) but they didn't last.
Quote from: Tony Baloney on February 08, 2024, 11:20:59 PMf**k it in the bin. Have had a couple of LG tvs fixed in the past (new LED back-light strips) but they didn't last.
Now, now. Bring it to the recycling centre.
Quote from: armaghniac on February 08, 2024, 11:30:40 PMQuote from: Tony Baloney on February 08, 2024, 11:20:59 PMf**k it in the bin. Have had a couple of LG tvs fixed in the past (new LED back-light strips) but they didn't last.
Now, now. Bring it to the recycling centre.
The faulty electrical goods bin at your local recycling centre.
Quote from: Taylor on February 08, 2024, 03:56:42 PMNot as bad as Blowitup but lines appearing all over the TV - just over 2 years old.
Have it above the fire so assume that is the issue :o
You got a heat deflector below it?
Not about a tv but any suggestions on best place to get an iPad?
Just a general on, doesn't have to be too fancy.
I got a couple of refurbished computers from an outfit outside Belfast but wasn't massively impressed with them. They were grand but battery life wasn't great. Probably get what you pay for but that's the way it goes.
Looking for a new iPad now.
Any suggestions on best places to look?
Thanks in advance.
Quote from: johnnycool on February 09, 2024, 09:53:24 AMQuote from: Taylor on February 08, 2024, 03:56:42 PMNot as bad as Blowitup but lines appearing all over the TV - just over 2 years old.
Have it above the fire so assume that is the issue :o
You got a heat deflector below it?
Nope - nothing below it :-\
Quote from: marty34 on February 13, 2024, 07:47:33 PMNot about a tv but any suggestions on best place to get an iPad?
Just a general on, doesn't have to be too fancy.
I got a couple of refurbished computers from an outfit outside Belfast but wasn't massively impressed with them. They were grand but battery life wasn't great. Probably get what you pay for but that's the way it goes.
Looking for a new iPad now.
Any suggestions on best places to look?
Thanks in advance.
Apple store, an actual Apple store or online store. As discussed before here the wifi option isn't worth the fee.