Panel bit? I've been doing lots of shopping around for the perfect LCD, and this one seems to fit perfectly. The price trumps the Sony Bravia 40-inch, 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit that is priced at roughly $2000... And I've actually preferred Samsung to Sony when looking at them in stores. So I think I'm going to go for it!What I can't find anywhere, though, is whether this tv has a 6-, 8-, or 10-bit panel... Does anyone know? Panel bit? I've been doing lots of shopping around for the perfect LCD, and this one seems to fit perfectly. The price trumps the Sony Bravia 40-inch, 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit that is priced at... » Read More Panel bit? I've been doing lots of shopping around for the perfect LCD, and this one seems to fit perfectly. The price trumps the Sony Bravia 40-inch, 1080p, 120Hz, 10-bit that is priced at roughly $2000... And I've actually preferred Samsung to Sony when looking at them in stores. So I think I'm going to go for it!What I can't find anywhere, though, is whether this tv has a 6-, 8-, or 10-bit panel... Does anyone know? « Show Less
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series 6 has 10 bit panel. series 5 had an 8 bit panelOnly difference is 650 has a gloss screen - which is horribly reflective in the sunlight. Many reviewers suggest the 630 over the 650, because the contrast ratio (40,000:1 vs. 50,000:1) is really just splitting hairs.
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This tv has an 8 bit panel. The 40A650 from Samsung is the first panel to have the 10-bit panel.
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I currently have the A3 for my 40" 1080i Samsung LCD. I also picked up a new A35 from Best Buy for $150. Now I have a back up/player, If I decide to upgrade to a 1080p TV. Go online to bestbuy.com, see if the stores in your area have any available. If they do, then run! At this price they're going very fast.Remember the five free movie rebate is still going, you have until 2/28.
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Mine is the violet purple one, they're all the same and yes this LCD fits them all, color means nothing. The price is great but mine came with one pixel dead. I can't say one way or the other if that's the reason the price was so low in fact I know for certain you can buy a brand new, factory LCDs, and they all come with disclaimers that a certain number of pixels can be dead. This particular notebook is my own I didn't buy it for a customer installation. If its for yourself I wouldn't sweat it too much unless you're a big gamer. I CAN tell you that the dead pixel doesn't transfer to your TV or monitor while using the WiDi future. My machine has been on since the day it arrived about 3 years ago it runs 24 /7 and is my Media Center. I very rarely notice the pixel, in fact I only ever see it a bright green dot at the lower center of the screen, on rebooting its on now and I'm looking at the black Roku screen &I can't see it.
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I'm not familiar with that particular model (The 4096), but the LNS series has been replaced by the LNT series. From what I have heard through extensive research, the LNS line had clouding on dark backgrounds, a problem shared with the Sony LCDs, since they use the same exact image panel.Keep in mind that this is a fantastic deal on the 4061 currently on Amazon. Go to a brick and mortar store and it will be several hundred dollars more. I think you are probably spot on with your assessment of the situation regarding the price. I just purchased the LNT-4061 today after extensive research, and here's hoping it's not too good to be true. I'm not familiar with that particular model (The 4096), but the LNS series has been replaced by the LNT series. From what I have heard through extensive research, the LNS line had clouding on dark backgrounds, a problem shared with the Sony LCDs, since they use the same exact image panel.Keep in mind that this is a fantastic deal on the 4061 currently on Amazon. Go to a brick and mortar store and it will be several hundred dollars more. I think you are probably spot on with your assessment of the situation regarding the price. I just purchased the LNT-4061 today... » Read More I'm not familiar with that particular model (The 4096), but the LNS series has been replaced by the LNT series. From what I have heard through extensive research, the LNS line had clouding on dark backgrounds, a problem shared with the Sony LCDs, since they use the same exact image panel.Keep in mind that this is a fantastic deal on the 4061 currently on Amazon. Go to a brick and mortar store and it will be several hundred dollars more. I think you are probably spot on with your assessment of the situation regarding the price. I just purchased the LNT-4061 today after extensive research, and here's hoping it's not too good to be true. « Show Less
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I'll be curious to learn more about what Samsung is calling "Precision Dimming" on the c8000 (but not on the c7000 or c9000). It could be they've come up with a unique technology to do local dimming in a thinner set, or it could be a gimmick to try to cover up that they've abandoned a better technology to achieve thinner sets. But to me the decider is how much you want 3D. Personally I wouldn't want to spend 3 grand on a TV and not have it include the latest future technology. Is 3D all it's going to be? No, certainly not yet. But is there anybody who bought an expensive large monitor right before HD came around happy? Or somebody who bought 720p just before 1080p came around? Unless you're in a position to comfortably buy another $3000 Tv in two or three years, I'd want to go with 3D now that it's an option.
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You know i just realized this is a forum for the 720p model - I already have a 720p hdtv and I'm actually looking at the 1080p model. Looking for that one to drop another $100 (hint hint Amazon) before I jump in to get one.
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I would say yes. I was in the exact same position just a short month ago and before that 2 years ago. My 1st purchase of an LCD was between a 37" and a 40". I went with the 40 and was very happy I did. When our 40" went into the bedroom and we were looking for a TV room replacement it was between the 46" and the 52". So we were looking at 6 more inches or a whole foot. You may not initially notice a big difference in the store because there are so many sets side by side, but when you get it home you'll really see how nice a large screen looks. (if you have the space) Now that we have a 52" I feel like a 60" would be just fine at my home. I ended up with a Samsung LN52A630. Its a very nice set with the 120HZ process rate and I got a very good deal on it. If I had not gotten a deal on the set and had to choose between a 46" with the 120HZ and a 52" without it,,, I'd go with the 52". I think you'll really like seeing a BIG impressive picture. Good luck.
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breaux, compralo, es una great tv, espera por un buen precio, couple a days before new year, i aw in sony style the 55hx800 in 1850 and the 46 size 1350, but with no bundle, so maybe wait, look the newest models are 480 hz sure they are going to be expensive but for july, i think you can get a new sony model, and who knows ... ps3, glasses and 3, o even 4 3d movies incluided may be, jeje so wait for the right or the better moment, BUT THE IMPORTANT THING HERE IS, LA 55HX800 TIENE FABULOSA IMAGEN
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Hey take it easy buddy. If your head explodes, then how are you gonna watch your new TV?Here is a page on LCD TV calibration: http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.htmlIf you cannot decide which LCD TV to buy, here are some quick picks from Consumer Reports from the November 2007 issue.Best 32-inches sets: * Sony Bravia KDL-32S3000 , $1100 * Sony Bravia KDL-32XBR4 , $1400 * Toshiba REGZA 32HL67 , $900 * Panasonic TC-32LX700 , $950 * Samsung LN-T3242H , $900Good values 32-inch sets: * Olevia 532H , $650 * RCA L32WD22 , $650Hope this helps. 8-)-S.C.- Hey take it easy buddy. If your head explodes, then how are you gonna watch your new TV?Here is a page on LCD TV calibration: http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.htmlIf you cannot decide which LCD TV to buy, here are some quick picks from Consumer Reports from the November 2007 issue.Best 32-inches sets: * Sony Bravia KDL-32S3000 , $1100 * Sony Bravia KDL-32XBR4 , $1400 * Toshiba REGZA 32HL67 , $900 * Panasonic TC-32LX700 , $950 * Samsung LN-T3242H , $900Good values 32-inch... » Read More Hey take it easy buddy. If your head explodes, then how are you gonna watch your new TV?Here is a page on LCD TV calibration: http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.htmlIf you cannot decide which LCD TV to buy, here are some quick picks from Consumer Reports from the November 2007 issue.Best 32-inches sets: * Sony Bravia KDL-32S3000 , $1100 * Sony Bravia KDL-32XBR4 , $1400 * Toshiba REGZA 32HL67 , $900 * Panasonic TC-32LX700 , $950 * Samsung LN-T3242H , $900Good values 32-inch sets: * Olevia 532H , $650 * RCA L32WD22 , $650Hope this helps. 8-)-S.C.- « Show Less
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Try SONY Customer Service at 1-800-222-7669...incidentally, my BRAVIA KDL55HX800, at 6 months, developed a "bad" screen panel (vertical striations) & was replaced with a BRAVIA KDL55NX810 by SONY, which operates excellently (3 years now, just about). Customer Service should be able to steer you to what you need!
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Great question. Best to wait until HDMI 2.0 is in these TVs (later this year). I was told by a salesman in HHGregg Samsung will be charging for the upgrade, not sure about Sony.
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I went today to look at HDtv's. I saw both the 46XBR4 and the 3000W and another 3000? Sony. All I can say is that by far the XBR4 was crisper and brighter, it looked more like reality. They had ESPN-HD feed on from Direct-TV. Is the difference worth the price, that's something you have to decide. Go look at them, I saw them at CC. I actually spent a good hour in a recliner they had setup and just watched the 46XBR4 comparing it to the sets around it. This is the one I'm getting, it was simply the best picture constantly, even better than models bigger in size with 1080p. It really stood out in the finer details when next to the other sets.
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Well, I actually purchased this tv for my parents. My dad said the sound is much better than the Samsung tv they had before. I can say that i will probably purchase the 32" tv, same series for myself. I am totally impressed with what i have seen and heard. People say Samsung, i disagree, SONY BRAVIA will and should be number one.
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I doubt Samsung is going to come out with a 42" LCD. It would be nice because that's a great mid-size. I have a 42" Samsung plasma and the size is perfect - not too big and not too small. The 40" LCD is a little small for my tastes and a 46" would be too much. My doubts about Samsung coming out with one is based on 1) the fact that there are only a few actual manufacturers of the LCD screens themselves and 2) the most popular sized LCDs are 37", 40", and 46" respectively. LG and Sony both have 42" LCDs (available here), but they are of the lower tier screens (ie: non-120Hz, low contrast ratio, etc.). I doubt Samsung is going to come out with a 42" LCD. It would be nice because that's a great mid-size. I have a 42" Samsung plasma and the size is perfect - not too big and not too small. The 40" LCD is a little small for my tastes and a 46" would be too much. My doubts about Samsung coming out with one is based on 1) the fact that there are only a few actual manufacturers of the LCD screens themselves and 2) the most popular sized LCDs are 37", 40", and 46" respectively. LG and Sony both have 42" LCDs (available here), but... » Read More I doubt Samsung is going to come out with a 42" LCD. It would be nice because that's a great mid-size. I have a 42" Samsung plasma and the size is perfect - not too big and not too small. The 40" LCD is a little small for my tastes and a 46" would be too much. My doubts about Samsung coming out with one is based on 1) the fact that there are only a few actual manufacturers of the LCD screens themselves and 2) the most popular sized LCDs are 37", 40", and 46" respectively. LG and Sony both have 42" LCDs (available here), but they are of the lower tier screens (ie: non-120Hz, low contrast ratio, etc.). « Show Less
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Hey take it easy buddy. If your head explodes, then how are you gonna watch your new TV? Here is a page on LCD TV calibration: http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtv/lcd-tv-calibration.html If you cannot decide which LCD TV to buy, here are some quick picks from Consumer Reports from the November 2007 issue. Best 32-inches sets: * Sony Bravia KDL-32S3000 , $1100 * Sony Bravia KDL-32XBR4 , $1400 * Toshiba REGZA 32HL67 , $900 * Panasonic TC-32LX700 , $950 * Samsung LN-T3242H , $900 Good values 32-inch sets: * Olevia 532H , $650 * RCA L32WD22 , $650 Hope this helps. 8-) -S.C.-
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I have been tracking the 4095/4096, 4061, and 4065 for a while now and have spent some time on the phone with Samsung to learn the differences. The 4095 and 4096 were both at one time quite affordable on Amazon. They are last year's models and thus if you can find them either have a low price tag because they are old or a slightly higher pricetag well, simply because people still show interest in these TVs. Both received excellent reviews and were amongst the best rated LCDs of 2006. As far as 2007 goes - the 4061 and 4065 have stepped in. The 4065 is a replacement of the 4096, with a higher contrast ratio and additional HDMI inputs. The 4061 is really just a step below that with slightly lower quality speakers. However, from what I have read the 4061 has a new image processor over last year's models. The 4061 also has a slightly lower contrast ratio than the 4065. Having seen all of these models in store - I can tell you visually, you will never truly see a difference between the 4061 and 4065. With proper calibration and settings - most LCDs can be made to look fantastic, and the 4061 is simply above par. Despite its semi-poor sound, if you hook it up to a receiver and use other speakers, it doesnt really matter. Amazon is the way to shop - prices are always coming down - and remember to check back after purchase for they will reimburse you if the price drops lower within the month. Hope this helps.
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To all the people bad mouthing this 47" toshiba 1080p lcd tv: IT'S YOUR LOSS!I bought this tv for the $1199 & so far-no regret. I had read all the reviews & saw that most of the negatives were from people who had ordered previously through a 3rd party vendor & received a 42" instead of a 47". Also some complained about a 'green shift or push'--I have not seen it. Maybe this sale batch of tv's were improved. There are so many ways to adjust the color, but it looked good right out of the box so I only made minor adjustments. Glad I got it & the 52" Toshiba when they were on sale-'cause of the savings & the good quality. To all the people bad mouthing this 47" toshiba 1080p lcd tv: IT'S YOUR LOSS!I bought this tv for the $1199 & so far-no regret. I had read all the reviews & saw that most of the negatives were from people who had ordered previously through a 3rd party vendor & received a 42" instead of a 47". Also some complained about a 'green shift or push'--I have not seen it. Maybe this sale batch of tv's were improved. There are so many ways to adjust the color, but it looked good right out of the box so I only made minor adjustments. Glad I got it & the 52" Toshiba when they... » Read More To all the people bad mouthing this 47" toshiba 1080p lcd tv: IT'S YOUR LOSS!I bought this tv for the $1199 & so far-no regret. I had read all the reviews & saw that most of the negatives were from people who had ordered previously through a 3rd party vendor & received a 42" instead of a 47". Also some complained about a 'green shift or push'--I have not seen it. Maybe this sale batch of tv's were improved. There are so many ways to adjust the color, but it looked good right out of the box so I only made minor adjustments. Glad I got it & the 52" Toshiba when they were on sale-'cause of the savings & the good quality. « Show Less