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vin6
post Apr 22 2023, 02:35 AM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ Apr 20 2023, 10:16 PM)
It was still on website last week. I called one of the Harvey Norman branch last weekend and they said can reserve for me at this price, but two days later they told me that no stock anymore at all Harvey Norman branch at West Malaysia. After that they took down Q990B from their website.

I called Senheng but also sold out nationwide. Luckily I managed to get one last set at a local store near my area at RM3399.

P/S: Just found out that this store is selling Q990B at RM3299 --> (BANHUAT)
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Ban huat in penang. Not sure how much shipping to kl.
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post Apr 24 2023, 06:08 PM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ Apr 22 2023, 11:44 AM)
Can check with your nearest local stores whether still got stock or not and show them the price offered by Ban Huat, Most of them can do price matching.
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Most harvey norman and senheng no stock already. Do you know anywherre in kv?
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post Apr 27 2023, 09:57 AM

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QUOTE(n0th1n @ Apr 27 2023, 09:04 AM)
before raya, bought at Nang Hong Nilai 9th Avenue 06-7999211 (search Giant Nilai in Waze). cash and carry. show the Ban Huat advertisement, then will get the price.
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ok great , ill try this tactic.

Ok Managed to get from desa home he said last new set. So far test late night cannot blast but the surround is very good. Today might try atmos effect.

This post has been edited by vin6: Apr 28 2023, 09:42 AM
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post Apr 28 2023, 11:17 AM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ Apr 28 2023, 11:03 AM)
Great. How much did you pay for it?
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RM3280 plus RM100 TNG ewallet
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post Apr 29 2023, 01:54 PM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ Apr 28 2023, 02:53 PM)
Wow, good deal
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Yeah serious... Good soundbar. Imstill tweaking the settings.. Using kodi abit buggy.
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post May 5 2023, 09:42 AM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ May 4 2023, 03:02 PM)
Did you manage to submit the TnG credit claim? I'm stuck at the serial number verification because my serial number only consist of 14 digits instead of 15 digits which is required for the submission.
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yes i did - you need to check on the physical soundbar 1 digit/alpha is missing from the invoice.
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post May 22 2023, 02:30 PM

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QUOTE(joeblow @ May 21 2023, 01:42 PM)
Hi there,

I am having an issue with Q990B soundbar linked with Sony A80J TV. Sometimes when I on the TV, the soundbar is on but no sound. I have to switch the sound output from Speaker to TV then back to Speaker. Only then the sound will be back.

Is this a known compatibility issue and if some of you folks who have Q990B soundbar suffers from similar issue? I checked with Sony they ask me check with Samsung and vice versa....
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Well yeah many ppl with sony tv have problems with this soundbar - try turning soundbar on first then only tv. And also try toggling the sound option tv to soundbar (off and on again).



And anyone can share how long after approving TNG reward you will get the voucher code? will they send it to you via post of email?
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post May 23 2023, 10:15 AM

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QUOTE(joeblow @ May 22 2023, 07:43 PM)
Thanks, so looks like no solution? I have updated the firmware and ensure the TV HDMI settings all correct.

Also this Atmos thing when playing with netflix movies with dolby atmos, I don't hear the effect at all. Even though the speaker lcd display atmos, but I don't find anything special. Only the rear speaker has surround which other 5.1 movies have the same effect. Is it a Sony thing?
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Really depending your source and your tv passthru capability . Just like I'm using fire stick tv 4k for my movies and download - dolby atmos not so great but when i use tv USB to passthru audio then dolby atmos becomes great and clear . You should test your system with the dolby atmos test file - it will run thru each of the soundbar channels. if its accurate then it should be fine. Placement of rear speakers also very important - last time i just place rear speaker on chair level below ear level the effect was horrible and now when i finally got my stand - Just wow so much difference.

Learn to tweak your system then you will be satisfied .
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post May 23 2023, 02:36 PM

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QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ May 23 2023, 12:40 PM)
How far did you put ur rear speakers away from your seats? Is it okay with put somewhere like 2m behind the seat? (coz no socket nearby the chair)
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that's too far way--- i put only 1-1.5 ft away from my sofa angle to listening position.

As for the socket you need to DIY or buy in shopee look for 3 or 5 meter ones.
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post May 23 2023, 02:37 PM

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QUOTE(joeblow @ May 23 2023, 01:21 PM)
I am changing my hdmi cable to 2.1 tomorrow to see if got improvement. I only test with netflix movie, after I change the hdmi cable (previously I think 2.0) I will test with youtube content. My rear speaker no issue, it is the so call upward blasting. I don't find anything special. Maybe it could be my ceiling is a bit higher than normal ceiling.

Lately I don't know what settings I change, if the TV outputs those screeching garbage sound (noise?), the speaker plays it very clear and quite irritating. Last time some settings used to filter out such noises. This 990B bass also not strong. Actually to be fair it is the algorithm... the system somehow detects if bass is needed to be emphasized. If I test the youtube bass songs, the bass is punchy. Reddit says the same thing too.
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Well you can try - I'm using the stock cable that came with the soundbar because this q990 is not equipped with HDMI 2.1 port. As for bass, you can adjust using the smartthings apps.

This post has been edited by vin6: May 23 2023, 03:00 PM
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post May 24 2023, 09:28 AM

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QUOTE(joeblow @ May 23 2023, 07:58 PM)
Zzzzzz you are right. This 990B hdmi port is not 2.1 even though eARC.... well wasted money buying the hdmi 2.1 cable, not cheap....
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Yeah but nowadays HDMI cable normal good brand proven speed of 2.1 40gbps is around rm30 for 1-1.5 meter. ITs ok you can still use it or keep for spare incase .

QUOTE(andrekua2 @ May 23 2023, 10:43 PM)
How did you manage to passthrough atmos through USB?
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Plug in USB to your TV and use thru tv sound setting use set audio passthru

QUOTE(xxxgkssixxx @ May 23 2023, 10:54 PM)
You mean the longer cable for rear speakers? Do you have any links to buy that on Lazada / Shopee?
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https://shopee.com.my/UK-British-3-prong-to...a4-74c6920e0025

use this for power cable .

QUOTE(swatch10 @ May 24 2023, 09:01 AM)
U got Edifier B700? How was it? I am choosing between this with Samsung Q800B.
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If you wanna buy soundbar at least go with something that has rear speakers , if it doesn't then not worth it. Try Q930b.

This post has been edited by vin6: May 24 2023, 09:30 AM
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post Aug 22 2023, 09:25 AM

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QUOTE(johnnyg @ Aug 22 2023, 09:23 AM)
Got Samsung Q990C from Harvey Norman. Now looking for stand for rear speakers. Hope it’s a wise decision to pair with my Samsung tV.
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i just got it from shopee , rm200 ++. Awesome speaker really not bad for soundbar.
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post Aug 22 2023, 09:47 AM

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QUOTE(johnnyg @ Aug 22 2023, 09:41 AM)
Got link bro?
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https://www.lazada.com.my/products/i3131393...ls.item_title.1

here you go.
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post Aug 23 2023, 09:38 AM

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QUOTE(GamersFamilia @ Aug 22 2023, 04:35 PM)
nice stand  nod.gif
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Indeed very helpful and can adjust the height so depending how high your sofa head rest is. Still looking for a nice sofa tho. Hehe

 

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