LG's new OLED TVs

[raygendreau]

Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Calibrators know how to properly set-up all displays as they use SMPTE and ITU standards. The problem with LG's OLED TV is getting the 20 point controls to function properly. I have seen much improvement on the 2015 EG9600 series.

Check out the professional reviews and/or stop by an a/v dealer who demonstrates OLED TVs and you will see what so many are smitten about.

-Robert

What professional reviews? The reviews on the 55EC9300? There are a few of those, but as I said before, there were issues raised about green tint and the 20 point control. Was this addressed with the Feb 2015 firmware update?

As for the 55EG9600, I am waiting to see the results of the calibration on the one you have and Cleveland Plasma. Perhaps Larsen at Flatpanels will have one to test soon.

The local Best Buy isn't carrying the 55EG9600 and the 65EG9600 is "coming soon". I hope when they do get the 65, they set it up in the Magnolia area, rather than out in the glaring high ambient light of the main showroom where the 1080P model is on display.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by raygendreau

What professional reviews? The reviews on the 55EC9300? There are a few of those, but as I said before, there were issues raised about green tint and the 20 point control. Was this addressed with the Feb 2015 firmware update?

As for the 55EG9600, I am waiting to see the results of the calibration on the one you have and Cleveland Plasma. Perhaps Larsen at Flatpanels will have one to test soon.

The local Best Buy isn't carrying the 55EG9600 and the 65EG9600 is "coming soon". I hope when they do get the 65, they set it up in the Magnolia area, rather than out in the glaring high ambient light of the main showroom where the 1080P model is on display.

I called the high-end Magnolia in Costa Mesa, CA a few days ago and asked when they would see a 65" OLED. I was told not for a long time. He also mentioned B.B. only has 3 coming for the west coast and they are already sold. Was he lying to try and get me into an LED, I don't know.

I might get to see one in 2016 unless I fly to Scarsdale, N.Y.



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[raygendreau]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

I called the high-end Magnolia in Costa Mesa, CA a few days ago and asked when they would see a 65" OLED. I was told not for a long time. He also mentioned B.B. only has 3 coming for the west coast and they are already sold. Was he lying to try and get me into an LED, I don't know.

I might get to see one in 2016 unless I fly to Scarsdale, N.Y.



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Lots of TV advertising about the LG OLED in So. Cal., but no one in the area has inventory. LG needs to get its act together on marketing these displays.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by raygendreau

Lots of TV advertising about the LG OLED in So. Cal., but no one in the area has inventory. LG needs to get its act together on marketing these displays.

They don't need marketing. They need product

[jcs913]

For anyone that is interested in price potential(I assume these are MSRP) or in stock availability, this is a local place (ABT) in Illinois that should have the OLED's in stock for sure soon. There showroom is great if you live nearby and have to see them for yourself.

http://www.abt.com/resources/pages/s...ywords=lg+oled

[raygendreau]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

They don't need marketing. They need product

That's my point; they are advertising as though they have the pipeline full of product, when the retailers don't even have one on display yet.

I understand they are after the high end of the market, but this is ridiculous.
Part of the problem is they are selling most of the panels to Chinese manufacturers for displays sold in China.

[Robert Zohn]

Love them. They are a great authorized dealer.

-Robert

[Robert Zohn]

Originally Posted by raygendreau

That's my point; they are advertising as though they have the pipeline full of product, when the retailers don't even have one on display yet.

I understand they are after the high end of the market, but this is ridiculous.
Part of the problem is they are selling most of the panels to Chinese manufacturers for displays sold in China.

Actually we have plenty of 55EC9300, 55EG9600, 65EC9700 and 77EG9700s in stock and all on display. Within 2 weeks we'll have a good supply of 65EG9600s and one on display. We're putting the 65EG9600 next to Samsung's UN65JS9500 on our TV Shootout wall for critical comparison and evaluation.

-Robert

[raygendreau]

Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Actually we have plenty of 55EC9300, 55EG9600, 65EC9700 and 77EG9700s in stock and all on display. Within 2 weeks we'll have a good supply of 65EG9600s and one on display. We're putting the 65EG9600 next to Samsung's UN65JS9500 on our TV Shootout wall for critical comparison and evaluation.

-Robert

We need a Value Electronics on the West Coast. Ever think of relocating, Robert?

[Robert Zohn]

Authorized dealers who order LG OLED TVs are allocated, but LG is not building a lot of 4K OLED TVs on speculation. They want firm orders from authorized dealers to build to.

-Robert

[Robert Zohn]

Originally Posted by raygendreau

We need a Value Electronics on the West Coast. Ever think of relocating, Robert?

Wendy and I love CA. I lived in Santa Barbara for 9 years and 3 years in LA/Orange county We are both NYers, but meet in Irving CA.

We'll likely be back in 10 or so years for our retirement.

-Robert

[ryanmcv]

Originally Posted by jcs913

For anyone that is interested in price potential(I assume these are MSRP) or in stock availability, this is a local place (ABT) in Illinois that should have the OLED's in stock for sure soon. There showroom is great if you live nearby and have to see them for yourself.

http://www.abt.com/resources/pages/s...ywords=lg+oled

Oh man, I miss ABT. Relocated to Phoenix a few years ago but I start salivating whenever I'm back in town and drive by it on I-294.

Be sure check out the virtual tour of their showroom on Google Maps. https://www.google.com/maps/@42.0781...e0!3e2!6m1!1e1

Can't wait to see the EG9600 in person!

[Franchot]

Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Wendy and I love CA. I lived in Santa Barbara for 9 years and 3 years in LA/Orange county We are both NYers, but meet in Irving CA.

We'll likely be back in 10 or so years for our retirement.

-Robert

Hah! One more year of snow like you had this year and I'll be saying "hello" to you California this time next year.

(And thanks for the shoot-out you do each year. It's must see event for me.)

[Robert Zohn]

Originally Posted by ryanmcv

Oh man, I miss ABT. Relocated to Phoenix a few years ago but I start salivating whenever I'm back in town and drive by it on I-294.

Be sure check out the virtual tour of their showroom on Google Maps. https://www.google.com/maps/@42.0781...e0!3e2!6m1!1e1

Can't wait to see the EG9600 in person!

I agree. It's the great a/v retailers like ABT that set the bar high for all high-end stores.

-Robert

Originally Posted by Franchot

Hah! One more year of snow like you had this year and I'll be saying "hello" to you California this time next year.

(And thanks for the shoot-out you do each year. It's must see event for me.)

The past two winters have been difficult. You are correct that if we continue to get hard winters we just might give it up for a easier life in Southern CA!

Thanks for your kind comment on our annual TV Shootout! I created it ten years ago and love sponsoring it every year since. This has been a lifetime serious passion for me and we have fun educating the public on the science of video.

-Robert

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Actually we have plenty of 55EC9300, 55EG9600, 65EC9700 and 77EG9700s in stock and all on display. Within 2 weeks we'll have a good supply of 65EG9600s and one on display. We're putting the 65EG9600 next to Samsung's UN65JS9500 on our TV Shootout wall for critical comparison and evaluation.

-Robert

I cannot wait. I am excited to watch this year's Flat Panel Shoot Out and looking at a JS9500 beside a EG9600

[vinnie97]

Freeze in the northeast or get dehydrated in SoCal. Tough choice.

[JimShaw]

Robert

Question:

The 65EF9500 is going to have a Quad-core processor

The 65EF9800 a Deca core processor with external speakers.

I have read that the Deca is a faster processor possibly to run apps more efficient????

If all one is going to do with the TV is watch movies by way of Blu-ray and some streaming and the set's speakers are of no use or apps aren't used, is there any other reason that you can think of as to why that person should spend more money to get the 65EF9800 because of it's faster processor over the 65EF9500?




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[Robert Zohn]

Jim, Yes, all of LG's 2015 OLED TVs have their new Quad Core processor except for the 65EF9800 and possibly the 77EG9900.

From what I am told the 65EG9800 Deca processor only helps with the Smart interface, apps and the upgraded 100W per channel HK audio system. I'll ask again as it seems like the 10 core processor could have other benefits and uses.

-Robert

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by Robert Zohn

Jim, Yes, all of LG's 2015 OLED TVs have their new Quad Core processor except for the 65EF9800 and possibly the 77EG9900.

From what I am told the 65EG9800 Deca processor only helps with the Smart interface, apps and the upgraded 100W per channel HK audio system. I'll ask again as it seems like the 10 core processor could have other benefits and uses.

-Robert

Robert

Thanks. I would appreciate the info. so that a correct decision can be made

Once again, thank you


Jim

[raygendreau]

A customer review of the LG 55EG9600 has been posted on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics...ds=lg+55eg9600


Anyone interested in calibrating the LG OLEDs might get some benefit from reading this thread covering an EC9300 calibration. Seems that better results are achieved using the wide gamut rather than 709 http://www.avsforum.com/forum/139-di...l#post32939993