True, I already checked and found that 55" is just the right size for me. 60" & above for now would be overkill.

The question to buy or not to buy a cheaper 4K TV keeps popping up & the majority of our answers is still the same (At least mine is). You are better off buying a great full HD or high-end 4K TV than an entry-level 4K TV that might become really sub-par in say 2 years max.

Tried switching cables & inputs? If its a smart TV then play something directly on it say via the internet or usb. If symptoms still persists, then time to call in the experts.

If within your budget, then sure go ahead. But don't buy it cuz of the extra 3D glass, you'll probably end up not using it.

You are pitching a Series 5 vs a series 6 TV and asking for similarities? No can't do bro.. The H6300 is undeniably better than the H5200 model on specs alone. See comparisons yourself. As I often advice, take a usb drive containing test files, select the same picture mode on both TV sets (hopefully the store guys haven't bothered to mess with any) and compare pq with your own eyes.

Mega Contrast vs None (This is probably sales gimmick, but then its series 6 vs 5)
DTS Premium Sound 5.1 vs DTS 2.0
4 HDMI vs 2 HDMI ports (Android box, Hypptv/Astro, HT/Blueray Player, Game, laptops, Digicams, etc. Notice how suddenly 2 ports isn't future proof. Sure you can get a HDMI switcher, but native is always best)
3 USB vs 1 USB port (Sure, u can always use a usb hub but native is better)
Ethernet (LAN) vs None (IMHO, Much better for streaming Netflix & HULU constantly in 1080P, cuz majority of media boxes don't support full 1080P)
Wifi Direct vs None
HDMI ARC support vs None (This + the extra HDMI ports are major points if you have a ARC supported HT or intend to buy one in the future)
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) vs None (Smart remote control between Anynet+ enabled devices)

Sure you aren't interested in the smart tv features but that doesn't mean you ditch a better set. The fussy "smart" part you don't need can always be turned off. Mainly refusing their terms and conditions & not connecting it to the internet severely restricts its operations. Ultimately the decision on which falls on you, hence ur budget & asking you take media files and play on both.

Glad i could help... Used to use a Minix Neo X7 (Pal grabbed it), but now looking at the newly released Minix Neo X8-H Plus. Missing XBMC amongst other apps badly. Gonna be patient till early next year though, in case there's hints of a better box & also give early adopters enough time to really test the device fully. So for now, its the native smart apps, hypptv & downloaded media files. Yeah, with good speakers and a decent AVR doing the decoding, you are better off getting your audio from there.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Nov 29 2014, 06:00 PM

Plex

Plex Media Server
It's not an OS. Basically, you install the app on a supporting device and it's server software on your PC. Media can then be streamed.

Better you go to a reputable physical shop, at least can test & if satisfied, then only pay. Plus easier to claim warranty, rather than call Lazada which then contacts the third party seller, who then contacts say samsung. Just an example.

Maybe cuz it's not officially sold & supported in Malaysia by Samsung? I've heard of the H6350 though. If your budget allows, take a look at the H6400. Picked one up earlier and after some adjustments, PQ is much better. Some advice, when testing, switch to movie mode and disable Samsung's motion bla bla, most people either don't see or care about the "soap opera effect" but I do.

Yeah, the H6400 has the 3D feature included. I was faced with the same dilemma as you, but decided to go with the H6400 rather than the H6350. Purely cuz the former has a lot of positive reviews online compared to the latter. Word out is that they both share the same panel & so pq is expected to be similar, so you might luck out there and save some RM as well . Try to see if you can test both sets side by side with the same movie file or simply go with the one you feel has better pq cuz at the end, it's still just a medium-type TV. OLED? Now, that's the stuff..

Yeah, pulled the trigger on the 55H6400 (RM4850 including a 5 year extended warranty) as the 55H7000 price simply refused to come down to an acceptable price point, besides it's as you noticed, some reviews claim their pq is quite similar & so bought it n quite satisfied after adjustments. For me, a 55 inch TV is just the right amount of big without being to overwhelming. Then there's the issue of watching upscaled SD content (mainly some TV channels), the bigger the screen, the more crappy quality your eyes has to suffer.. . IMHO, I'd go for the 55H7000 over the other 2 sizes due to the sole reason of avoiding buyer's remorse later on.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Dec 6 2014, 08:57 AM

Maybe, still not within my 5k max limit for a TV atm + I got tired of waiting. There does come a point where the price simply won't fall any lower.

I'm unsure as I haven't tested it. Not like I browse web-pages on my TV and using the new smart remote is pretty efficient even when it comes to typing search terms in say the Netflix or Hulu Plus app (Both apps auto-suggest available titles as you type). For YouTube videos, i simply search on my phone/tablet & "push" it to the TV. Pretty fast & easy, like chromecast. Same with mirroring my smartphone screen. According to the manual, the TV does support usb/bluetooth keyboards and mice.

Edit: Tested my PC's Ranger Wireless Keyboard 419 With Optical Mouse 2.4GHz RF on the TV. Works perfectly, no setup required, was able to browse around the menus, launch the web browser app, type URLs, click links and scroll up & down using the mouse wheel. So that definitely works.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Dec 8 2014, 10:03 AM

I re-edited my post. not just Logitech devices are supported. Got the Ranger Keyboard off Groupon sometime last year and its compatible. Usually, as long as the device adheres to USB Plug & Play standards, requires no additional drivers installation/limited to a certain OS, then should be compatible with the TV. True, its much easier typing out with the keyboard as opposed to reaching for the phone etc.. I'm using this current method now cuz previously there was an android box connected to the TV and a Touchpad+Keyboard combo connected to that via bluetooth (Perfect). Getting a new box, as the old was is no longer around so for now, just limit viewing to downloaded rips, Netflix, Hypptv & Youtube. IMO, purchasing a TV set that's not "officially" supported by the manufacturer is asking for trouble. Can you confirm warranty claims handling? LTE connection to the TV? Ethernet cable works just fine.

That's a good price for the adventurous, especially with an extra 10% off.

Sure, can discuss that in the "Android Box" thread.. . Well, if the Samsung rep says its covered then guess you are good. Try to get it in writing either via email from Samsung Malaysia or on the original receipt issued by Seng Heng. Overkill? Yes, but better safe than sorry. An additional HDMI port and USB can prove useful, but really depends on how many devices you intend to connect.

Err, you sure you have an original samsung remote as it surely has a mute button. Is yours the new small sized pointy-smarty samsung remote? The mute button is on the left side.
Edit: If you've got a smartphone with an infrared feature, there are apps you can use to control. Though your best bet is to actually go out and get a proper samsung TV remote.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Dec 16 2014, 04:14 PM

Convert said file to mp4 or supported format.