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primaz · 02-25-2009, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by tilapiah6

Another factor is that I'm living in a house where I cannot really run wires through the wall because it's a rented house. Also, I'll only be here for a few more years tops. Until I get to a place where I know I am going to retire, I'm not getting a front projector. Also, when I finally do get a front projector, I'm going to get a really nice one.

You could have just used wire mold which will not need any require any running wires in the walls. I'd still say a projector would be better in the future. Today the projector technology is so cheap compared to the old days. Now even projectors that are say $2500 are better than ones that used to cost $15k.

MCT · 02-25-2009, 12:56 PM

I'm in the market for a 52' as well, and I like what I'm reading about this Samsung unit. I'm also interested in the Sony 52' that's about the same price. My situation is eerily similar to the OP's. I have a 46' Sony WEGA that I'd like to sell off and upgrade before summertime. It's in perfect condition. I just dont want it anymore

do all these Samsung models come with that Red Touch of Color? Dont really like that too much.

cawgijoe · 02-25-2009, 01:00 PM

If you want a Sony set, go for the 52" W series. Can be had for around $1,800 and the picture is excellent. I know someone who owns this set and bought it when it was $2,500.

Check out Onecall.com or Vann's.

MCT · 02-25-2009, 01:16 PM

wow thanks for the suggestion. The 52' W-series set I'm looking at on Amazon is a shade over $1700...not bad at all. And the reviews overall are very favorable. I love Sony, anyways. Samsung makes great products too...just a Sony man.

tilapiah6 · 02-27-2009, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by MCT

wow thanks for the suggestion. The 52' W-series set I'm looking at on Amazon is a shade over $1700...not bad at all. And the reviews overall are very favorable. I love Sony, anyways. Samsung makes great products too...just a Sony man.

I am too, but I was sold on the 850. There isn't a single review that says the PQ is anything less than amazing (except for clouding issues that are few and far between, and amazon will replace it with another if that's the case).

tilapiah6 · 03-09-2009, 04:39 PM

Guys I'll be honest. I'm not thrilled with this TV. I spent 2339 on a TV that honestly wasn't a huge step up from the Sony 3000 series (at least not from what I've seen). The 120hz is nice I guess, but looks bad with Blu-rays IMO. I've tried multiple calibrations, and even tried tweaking it myself a bit, but I just don't see the big deal. I guess I was just expecting more. I spoke with the one guy who does ISF Calibrations in our area and he said he'll calibrate it after it's been ran for 100 hours, but that's going to exceed any type of return policy that amazon.com may or may not have.

On another note, I just can't get rid of these horrible little clouds when it has a black screen. My Sony, which came out a while back and supposedly can be had for under 1000 now, had no clouds.

I'm thinking about just returning it. Please let me know your thoughts.

Edit:

Also, I'm just not getting as real a picture as I expected. Standard definition looks absolutely HORRIBLE and HD broadcasts have no real detail, whereas with my Sony they do.

This is the first time I've ever had real buyer's regret, and it's eating away at me.

Fors* · 03-09-2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by tilapiah6

Guys I'll be honest. I'm not thrilled with this TV. I spent 2339 on a TV that honestly wasn't a huge step up from the Sony 3000 series (at least not from what I've seen). The 120hz is nice I guess, but looks bad with Blu-rays IMO. I've tried multiple calibrations, and even tried tweaking it myself a bit, but I just don't see the big deal. I guess I was just expecting more. I spoke with the one guy who does ISF Calibrations in our area and he said he'll calibrate it after it's been ran for 100 hours, but that's going to exceed any type of return policy that amazon.com may or may not have.

On another note, I just can't get rid of these horrible little clouds when it has a black screen. My Sony, which came out a while back and supposedly can be had for under 1000 now, had no clouds.

I'm thinking about just returning it. Please let me know your thoughts.

You have basically had issues with this TV since you ordered it, in one way or another. I think this just s$#ks for you. It really is a good TV. I came from a Sony W3000 to my current Sammy, and the Sammy I have does look noticebly better. Ultimatley, it's what you see that matters more than our opinions. Perhaps exchange it for another? I do feel for you though....geez.

detector19 · 03-09-2009, 04:47 PM

I think this is a good deal...http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665405479

tilapiah6 · 03-09-2009, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by forsberg21

You have basically had issues with this TV since you ordered it, in one way or another. I think this just s$#ks for you. It really is a good TV. I came from a Sony W3000 to my current Sammy, and the Sammy I have does look noticebly better. Ultimatley, it's what you see that matters more than our opinions. Perhaps exchange it for another? I do feel for you though....geez.

Yeah that's basically just it. My main fear is exceeding the time for just getting a refund.

tilapiah6 · 03-09-2009, 05:00 PM

Just called amazon.com. Looks like I have until the 24th of this month to make a final decision.

tilapiah6 · 03-09-2009, 05:19 PM

Think I'm going to return it. I can always get the Sony calibrated....

Sonny · 03-09-2009, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tilapiah6

Think I'm going to return it. I can always get the Sony calibrated....

Definitely get a different TV if you're not happy! Know matter what brand!!!

MCT · 03-10-2009, 12:19 AM

this is why I say Sony 4 Life. I trust their brand. To be honest, I have a Samsung BD player, and while it gets the job done, I have a sinking feel the latest Sony model would shit all over it.

MrRoy · 03-20-2009, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MCT

this is why I say Sony 4 Life. I trust their brand. To be honest, I have a Samsung BD player, and while it gets the job done, I have a sinking feel the latest Sony model would shit all over it.

I had a Samsung DVD/VCR, it sucked. I had a Samsung 40" 1080p LCD, had at least one bad pixel, returned it for a Sony KDL-40V3000, no problems. I am a Sony man for life. Plus, all the Sammy refurbs on Amazon's outlet is a concern as well.

03-09-2009, 04:39 PM	#46
tilapiah6 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2008 Location:South Carolina Home Theater Gallery:40 Blu-ray collection:284 Trading Score:36	Guys I'll be honest. I'm not thrilled with this TV. I spent 2339 on a TV that honestly wasn't a huge step up from the Sony 3000 series (at least not from what I've seen). The 120hz is nice I guess, but looks bad with Blu-rays IMO. I've tried multiple calibrations, and even tried tweaking it myself a bit, but I just don't see the big deal. I guess I was just expecting more. I spoke with the one guy who does ISF Calibrations in our area and he said he'll calibrate it after it's been ran for 100 hours, but that's going to exceed any type of return policy that amazon.com may or may not have. On another note, I just can't get rid of these horrible little clouds when it has a black screen. My Sony, which came out a while back and supposedly can be had for under 1000 now, had no clouds. I'm thinking about just returning it. Please let me know your thoughts. Edit: Also, I'm just not getting as real a picture as I expected. Standard definition looks absolutely HORRIBLE and HD broadcasts have no real detail, whereas with my Sony they do. This is the first time I've ever had real buyer's regret, and it's eating away at me. Last edited by tilapiah6; 03-09-2009 at 04:44 PM.

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02-25-2009, 12:56 PM	#42
MCT Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2008 Blu-ray collection:499 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Trading Score:1	I'm in the market for a 52' as well, and I like what I'm reading about this Samsung unit. I'm also interested in the Sony 52' that's about the same price. My situation is eerily similar to the OP's. I have a 46' Sony WEGA that I'd like to sell off and upgrade before summertime. It's in perfect condition. I just dont want it anymore do all these Samsung models come with that Red Touch of Color? Dont really like that too much.

02-25-2009, 01:00 PM	#43
cawgijoe Special Member Member since:Feb 2007 Trading Score:1	If you want a Sony set, go for the 52" W series. Can be had for around $1,800 and the picture is excellent. I know someone who owns this set and bought it when it was $2,500. Check out Onecall.com or Vann's.

02-25-2009, 01:16 PM	#44
MCT Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2008 Blu-ray collection:499 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Trading Score:1	wow thanks for the suggestion. The 52' W-series set I'm looking at on Amazon is a shade over $1700...not bad at all. And the reviews overall are very favorable. I love Sony, anyways. Samsung makes great products too...just a Sony man.

03-09-2009, 04:47 PM	#48
detector19 Active Member Member since:May 2007 Location:New York 4K collection:97 Blu-ray collection:437	I think this is a good deal...http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665405479

03-09-2009, 05:00 PM	#50
tilapiah6 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2008 Location:South Carolina Home Theater Gallery:40 Blu-ray collection:284 Trading Score:36	Just called amazon.com. Looks like I have until the 24th of this month to make a final decision.

03-09-2009, 05:19 PM	#51
tilapiah6 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2008 Location:South Carolina Home Theater Gallery:40 Blu-ray collection:284 Trading Score:36	Think I'm going to return it. I can always get the Sony calibrated....

03-10-2009, 12:19 AM	#53
MCT Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2008 Blu-ray collection:499 Blu-ray reviews: 8 Trading Score:1	this is why I say Sony 4 Life. I trust their brand. To be honest, I have a Samsung BD player, and while it gets the job done, I have a sinking feel the latest Sony model would shit all over it.

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