can share where you get the price of 6499???

I know sony is sufficent but i greedy for a bigger size

if 42A63M is 6499 then cheaper than sony already

Since u guys are considering the W400.. I guess u should know this too..

On my W400, under "dim" conditions and a viewing a black JPEG, i noticed a very slight uneven greyish area on the top right.. Not a biggie but just u should know, its not perfect. Its also impossible to check while u're in the shop unless u ask them to turn the TV on in a pitch black room. I just check for dead pixels when I bought mine. I'm pretty sure the Sharps or any other LCD TVs will have the same issue.. Wonder if the plasmas have the same problems.

I think we should be watching the movie instead of the technology.. I dunno about u guys but if u go read the Blu-ray thread, ppl there seem to be buying the blu-rays because of the PQ and AQ. I think that's wrong..

^ sshhh....

rx is very active there

hehe true true what u say.... about the buy because of the movie

I know he's active there. In fact he's famous for his hamsup movies. Self professed of having a hamsuplogy degree..

I don't have any light bleeding or dead pixel problems with my D series, totally satisfied with it. Furthermore I've bought this

and did the calibration last night and the result for PQ is even much better.... It comes with Blue, Red and Green filters so that you can properly calibrate the color output of your tv. The BD explains in details about HD stuffs and how to calibrate your HDTV the right way.

^ I bought that Blu-ray too. While its not completely useless, its just not worth the price. There are no new materials.. Everything in there is taken from the old DVD that I have too.

Well since you already have the DVD version, you shouldn't have bought it. As for me I don't have it before so I think it's worth it.

Tot, can pinjam..I want to calibrate too

have any1 been using KLV-40W400A series to connect PC in FULL HD mode(1920*1080)??

Is this TV capable to do so?

^ Yep... No problem if u connect using HDMI. Did it using Notebook (HDMI) to W400 (HDMI). Just make sure u enable 1:1 pixel mapping on the W400.

I'm looking forward to buy a bigger size LCD TV like 46" to 50" Full HD. Anyone know the best price at the moment for the different brand?

eh, u guys, i not ard, toking behind my back is it?

ah tot and welwit, tat disc susah to calibrate or not?

Rx, I dunno about tot, but I don't recommend getting that blu-ray. Its not difficult to calibrate.

its not difficult, but why aint u recomending it? or u got other better methods?

rx, the disc is very easy to use to calibrate. there's a cheaper/free way to calibrate where you can download PLUGE test pattern and color bars but you still have to buy/get a blue filter in order to get good color result. If you have Casino Royale disc, there is already a PLUGE + color bars test pattern, just press triangle at the movie menu and key in thie number, 7669 and then ENTER.

what welwetchia meant was, you can buy the dvd version rather than the BD version because it's cheaper.

tot, the test thingy is available on all sony bluray disc movie, 7669 tands for sony mar

even iwth test pattern, no proper guide, also dunno how to tune

the callibration disc would teach u step by step wat to do?

If I'm not wrong, the F8 has a bug with the 100 Hz motion plus not working as it should. I think even on the Bravia X series, you need to turn off the Motion plus and manally set the refresh rates to multiples of 24 Hz to make 1080/24p playback possible.

Anyway, there is a difference between a panel that accepts 1080/24p and converts it to 1080/60p via 3:2 pulldown process and panels that really play 24p material at 2:2 (48 Hz), 3:3 (72 Hz), 4:4 (96 Hz) and 5:5 (120 Hz).

BTW, I just got the 46W400A and as much as any other new owners of the W400 series, I want to believe otherwise but the more I read, the more I'm convince that my earlier understanding about 1080/24p is flawed. The only Bravia line that really plays back 1080/24p is the X series.

Perhaps as a last effort thing when I get back, I'll check if the refresh rate on the W400 panel can be changed to multiples of 24 Hz (48 Hz, 72 Hz, 96 Hz, 120 Hz). If can, then it's possible to play back at 1080/24p.

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:31 pm

Wait a minute... D series does 1080p?

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:32 pm

Are you sure spec wise the A63 is better than the W400A?

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:33 pm

Try the 46W400A. I was in the same shoes as you a few weeks back and compared the 46W400A with the 46A63 side by side. The Sony has better specs and slightly cheaper too.

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:34 pm

I'll check mine. By default, the panel is VERY bright. Just got to calibrate mine last night with EyeOne Display 2 and I think I got it almost perfect skintones. Had to turn down the backlight down a lot.

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:34 pm

To properly calibrate, you need an external probe to measure brightness, contrast and WB correctly.

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:38 pm

Yup that's right. Through HDMI or through component. 1:1 mapping is not enabled by default.

For me, what I did was the DVI connector at the back of my notebook docking station and use a DVI to HDMI convertor to make connection to the TV.

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Added on April 28, 2008, 4:40 pm

Price should be somehwere close to 10k ballpark for the Full HD 1080p. Double the price if you go for 100 Hz and Full HD 1080p versions. Sony, Sharp, Toshiba ad Phillips offer comparable prices. Sony X series and Sharp A83 models are 1080p + 100Hz and their prices are way off the charts.

wow.... i tot u reply to the whole thread

Is it really neccesary to have 100hz? Most LCD have 5ms refresh rate and that is ghosting free already. And also bluray 1080P original fps is only 24 and its already progressive scan. Personally I don't think its neccesary.

Anyway, most PS3 and XBOX360 games are in 720P so would the pictures after upscale to 1080P appear not as nice on a 1080P LCD. Like standard tv programs would look bad on current HD sets.

Question for all u sifu's out there i have ZERO knowlage about Tv's i just wana find out what kinda TV is this "LG 42PX4RV-TA" i tried google but keep going back 2 some indo website and i dont understand the specs... my dad got this TV about 1 and a half years ago free from the bank after buying a house..

Specs
# Resolution : 852 x 480
# Brightness : 1500 cd/m2
# Contrast ratio : 10.000 : 1
# XD Engine, DCDi
# Sound Output : 15W x 2 (SRS, BBE)
# Clear Filter
# 2 Tuner PIP/DW/POP, Intelligent Eye
# Wall Bracket (Optional)
# HDMI, Component, S-Video
# Dimension : 1252x654x94 (without stand)

Thks for ur help guys


PS:: will i get full PS3 experience from this TV?

tis is a SD tv, not recomkendate for ps3, but very goo d for astro, dvd and ota channels

The best to calibrate your tv is by using colorimeters but they are very expensive. Using DVE or Avia is the least I can do to get good PQ rather than nothing or blindly playing with the settings of the tv. I calibrated a few times until I got the best PQ to my eyes.

rx, the DVE BD explained in details about HD (audio and video) and also all the test patterns and it has a few demo clips in 1080p and 720p.

thanks tot , mau jual ar?

Nope, I'm not selling this. I'm keeping it and will use this to help close and good friends to calibrate their LCD tvs.

Here's why I don't recommend that blu-ray

1) If u have the DVD version, there's absolutely no need to get this.. I might be wrong but the content is almost 99% similar
2) Everything in there is "OLD". Even the demonstration material is old..u can tell by the hair style and the shirt that the actor/actresses are wearing
3) The demonstration material is no where as good as kinda stuff that u get from today's new Blu-ray movies.
4) The only true rendered 1080p material is some form of "cheap" computer graphics.
5) Its supposed to be HD Basic Blu-ray, but u wont find a LCD TV or Plasma inside..duh
6) The TVs they show inside are all CRTs. (that alone will give u an indication that they're recycling old materials)

I guess the only thing worth while is the RGB color filter that u can use to calibrate your colors.

I thought the brightness calibration was not too bad but my default TV settings (Cinema mode) is already very close or accurate to what they recommended.

Oh one last thing, the way they presented the materials is boring.. I was struggling to keep awake.

Hmm.. keep in mind, this is from someone who has owned the DVD version. If u have not seen the DVD like tot31, it might be worth while.

sigh... im not in tot's golongan of buddies

waiting waiting

U golongan org2 elite maa...especially you're a very dearly friend to that rich cheapskate/ffk ghey.....

u mean megatron ar?
aishey..... u saying me double standard lar....

rx, since welwetchia got 2 DVE, ask him to sell you the BD version. I've downloaded a free version of HD calibration tool called AVCHD and burn it into a DVD+R and it can be used with PS3.

This AVCHD is also an excellent HD calibration tool and it's totally free, all you need is to buy the blue filter which you can get it at any professional Photo/Camera shops.

Rx, if you're in KL, I'll sure will help you to calibrate your tv but since you're in JB, that's impossible...

^ tolong calibrate plasma boleh..??

Hey Shumacky.. How much did u get u'r HDX Streamer for?

freeeee??? im in kl

Do I know you?

Tot31, 32" full-HD oredy in Malaysia's market (Samsung), how? izzit gedebom? dlm dilema ni, ps3 or lcd tv, ps3 or lcd tv, ps3 or lcd tv until sleep..... zzzzzzzzzzzz

datuk seri, 1080p utk 32" not worth it, kalau nak 1080p beli 46" ke atas.

bro tot, i paham ur kindness, appreciated

but since u so kind... got link to the avchd ar?

46" inch??? harga pun kedebom jugak lah... 32inch D series dah agak mustahil nak jupa dah skrng.. last week went to sony dealer in ampang, they will not re-stock anymore that model... damn..

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Added on April 30, 2008, 10:52 amI think this is the best vid for noobie like me who want to know is it worth to throw your big money for big tv.. huhuhu..

Datuk..
If u don't have a PS3 or a Blu-ray player, then there's no need to get a LCD TV right?

I went to my neighbor's house last night and he was watching Astro on his projector, damn jialat.. I rather watch it on a CRT.

ya lorr.. hehehehe.. LCDTV+BELULEY, meleleh beb... hhuhuhuhuh.. lcdtv or ps3, i think i will go for both!!. hahahahahah

Mr Rx330, u're one lazy fella..Google my friend, Google.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=948496

kekekek, i dun weigh 105 kg for nothing

RX. Get Wii and Wii Fit.

unless the wii im getting is at usd 250 and got black with official warranty, if not, im boycotting it

psst... wii fit can tahn until 105 kg ar?

walau eh, kena pijak again. look like really name no good

RM920+ shipping to MY.

Hi Guys,
I just bought my PS3 today so now emergency must buy LCD tv to play

Reccee at Jusco just now:
1. Sony Bravia 37" S series KLV 37s310a
8000:1 contrast, astro enhanced, 1366x768
RM4499

2. Sony Bravia 40" X series KLV40w400a
30000:1
RM7499

3. Haier 42" L42a16
DSM HD engine, 8000:1
RM4999

4. LG 42" 42C7R
10000:1
RM4499

5. JVC 42" LT42EX18
Clear SD
RM5099

My main purpose to play PS3 games, watch Bluray movies and of course watch ASTRO. Actually my budget below 5k la... if possible. Don't really need bigger than 40".

My worry is to get good quality picture for gaming and Astro. I read all the FAQ but still don't understand quite a lot. I know I'm aiming for below 12ms refresh rate ideally 5ms. Also higher contrast resolution the better. Definitely looking at HD ready is good enough right?

Also asking your advice what to ask when buying LCD tv. People at Jusco there not really knowledgeable or helpful. Harvey Norman helpful la but takut kena pancung there... Is there any shop you experts can recommend?

Thanks a lot.

I have this



So I recommend it
BTW, its a W series..not X
and it can be had for RM 7K or less.

Don't ask me how it looks with Astro.. I only use it for my DVDs, Blu-rays and PS3. Have yet to hooked up my Wii with it..

The only reason i'm replying this is I have nothing else to do while waiting for the damn GTA4 to install.. Arghhhh...

can recommend for me which brand and model i should get for budget rm2500 and below. really tight on budget. mainly used for playing ps3 and blu ray movie. thanks

Eh thanks... so for PS3 picture good is it? Well, at 7k its 2k above my budget. No lah I don't think I will get it. Spend spend but must take care also. 5k is my limit... have to cari another one.