Black dot on screen I've had my Samsung HLT5087S LED DLP for about 5 days now. I totally love the tv/picture etc. However, my brother in law noticed a very small tiny black dot on the bottom of the screen. Would this be a burn out pixel or does anyone know what it would be AND should I be concerned, contact Samsung etc? Black dot on screen I've had my Samsung HLT5087S LED DLP for about 5 days now. I totally love the tv/picture etc. However, my brother in law noticed a very small tiny black dot on the bottom... » Read More Black dot on screen I've had my Samsung HLT5087S LED DLP for about 5 days now. I totally love the tv/picture etc. However, my brother in law noticed a very small tiny black dot on the bottom of the screen. Would this be a burn out pixel or does anyone know what it would be AND should I be concerned, contact Samsung etc? « Show Less
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I got the same issue (black dot at the top right corner). I returned it and got the damn problem again, but this time it is at the bottom right corner. Grrrrr...
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please contact me i have the same problem,tv is brand new,thanks tony.tonyr54321@yahoo.com
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In rare instances, a mirror may become stuck in an on (light) or off (dark) position. The manufacturer warranty says that a singly mirror (pixel, dot) stuck in the 'on' position may warrant a replacement\fix, though it takes two 'off' pixels to activate the warranty.
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It could be that one of the mirrors has failed. This would be unusual. Contact Samsung and have them check it out
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This exact thing happened to my dad's model D7000 64. It was still under warranty so a tech came out and fixed it. He let him know it was a simple panel (or some sort or faulty component) replacement and the TV was and had been as good as new. Samsung (or any knowledgeable technician) should be able to tell you what you need. Hope this helps...~JCN
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We just received out Samsung 32 inch TV and after reading these posts turned the back light 8. It worked for awhile but I think there is something wrong with these TVS. Anyone have anything else to try
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Mine died 16 months in, a month of repairs and nothing would fix it. It is in the shop now and we should be getting a new one on Samsung's tab. Definitely will go with LCD next time.
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I agree with Gina. I did extensive research back in 1/07 about the DLP bulb vs DLP LED. I went with the LED since Samsung claimed it would last 20,000 hrs vs 3,000 with the Lamp. So, as a result, I did not get the best buy extended warranty b/c they said this thing was good for a lifetime. There is no bulb to replace so I went with the LED. BTW-it's the Samsung 56" DLP w/LED. Just yesterday, this thing died! I calculated at most I've used this TV for 2000 hrs and it's a goner. The LED engine costs $800 to replace...now what kind of benefit is that? At least the DLP lamp version allows you to replace the bulb for about $150. This is ridiculous and unless they do something for me to fix this, I will never buy a samsung again. STAY AWAY!
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On mine, what is "normal" is that there are black LCD segment digits on a blue background for about 15 seconds. IMO, seeing nothing at all on the display is not normal.
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Hey Amit, I have had the TV for 4 months, and have almost exclusively played my xbox 360 on it. If there are any burn in issues, I dont see them! I think a little common sense with regards to setting the TV to dim after inactivity, or even shut off (mine does automatically after fifteen minutes of inactivity). Anyway, Ive had no problems! Games look beautiful on this TV, by the way.
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Kevin, I am not answering your question but I am confirming that I have the same problem with Samsung I just purchased 3 days ago. It is a complete mirror in my family room. People say plasma or lcd/led has better picture quality, but if all you can see is the reflection of the room or trees and clouds in the sky reflecting from your window, then I would say that would be a very very poor quality picture. And shouldn't you be able to enjoy your TV and look outside your window at the same time? You shouldn't have to make your room like a cave to see your TV. We love our big windows and well-lit room. Never had this problem with our previous DLP. Sorry, just venting. I'm going in the store today to look at the Mitsubishi DLP's.
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Mine flickered SO badly, I had to replace it. I do NOT recommend this monitor. Samsung was NO HELP whatsoever. It's very likely the last Samsung (anything) I ever buy. It's too bad, I used to like Samsung products before this fiasco.
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As Vena said they are really different techs but here are a few things to notice that may help you decide. First DLP uses a bulb to produce the image, so of course it will need to be replaced at some point. Depending on the average time you leave your tv on for will determine how long it lasts. Normally these bulbs are rated for 5000 hours so if you leave it on for 4 hours a day, you are looking at about every 3 1/2 years to replace it(which is not that bad). I use my tv much more than this because of my 360 and other devices so I average around 7-8 hours a day, meaing I would have to get a new bulb under every 2 years. They are between 200-300 dollars, and you can put them in yourself. It does pay to get a plan that will include replacing bulbs, but the plan does not last forever. The next aspect to consider is the viewing angle. The LCD wins in this case as its viewing angle is 178(H)/178(V) while the DLP is 140(H) x 60(V). This may not be a big deal for some people but may be an issue for others. It really depends where you are going to be watching tv from. The DLP is not able to swivel as this LCD is. In my opinion this makes a difference because it is very easy to change cables or get behind the tv if needed. Specifically for this model, it is does not have PIP while the LCD does. Another thing to consider is the distance you are from the tv. You can be a few extra feet away from a 50 inch tv over a 40 inch one. I tested this by seeing how far from the tv I would sit and then going to the store and seeing the differences between tvs at this distance. I do think that the DLP will produce a better picture in some circumstances because of the 10,000 to 1 contrast ratio and that the image will not look pixelated from any distance. As for your PS3, both tvs have 1080p over hdmi and that is all your really need to get the best performance out of it.
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I have the same model (LED) and am coming up on having it 18 months. Hope I dont have the same problem. My son got the DLP (not LED) lamp model, 61" I believe, and has had no problems with his yet in the same time frame. I have noticed a picture "jitter" and rainbowing effect on some movies.
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I believe what you are referring to is local dimming. Parts on the screen that have content are lit up and parts without content are dimmed down or even turned off. I've noticed that when turning on the TV the bottom left corner is brighter than others which may appear like bleeding but I'm guessing it's related to local dimming. I wouldn't worry about it. I watched dark movie scenes and I don't notice it, the picture is perfect.
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I like mine so far. I only bought it for the price. I don't hear any buzz so far, but it's only been used about three or four times. I have a Samsung 46" lcd 1080p in my bedroom and I think the picture on this 50 inch holds up well against it. Someone in one of the reviews I read on this plasma tv says that there is a chip that prevents "burn in" on these newer plasmas. Well not on this one. The manual clearly states that burn in is an issue and to turn down brightness and contrast while playing video games or dvds. We'll see what happens I guess.
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Just got mine today and noticed some dead pixels on the LCD as well. Have yours gone away? Did more show up?
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I'm late to the discussion, but we had the same problem with stuck pixels. (A small thin line that grew to a long, thicker line, starting exactly a week after we bought it.) Amazon is replacing the set, and the new set should be here by 4 PM today. I tried Samsung too. They sounded like they were going to be a lot slower/more annoying about the whole situation. Now we are nervous about the new set but optimistic. Evidentially, it's not a widespread problem. I'm holding off writing my review until I see if this set manages to keep working!
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Ive had a Mitsu dlp for 3 years (a 60hz for that matter) and have never seen:- ghosting- screen effect except with the crappiest of internet video- rainbow effect- any picture defect whatsoeverI much prefer projection over LED/LCD as the picture is a little more soft and film like... LED is so bright and harsh that it overpowers movies IMO.... Movies are a projection thing, so to me they look better on a projection device....
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Nope never noticed any thing like that. Check your TV settings, in the burn in protection settings there is a setting called pixel shift, its turned on by default it moves the picture a small amount every couple of minuets to protect from burn in's. I suppose your settings could be off the default settings are pixel shift: on, Horizontal: 4, vertical: 4, time: 4 min. This probably your problem you could try turning it off at your own risk as you may have a higher chance of burn in's and most likely image retention. You payed good money though if that doesn't fix it return it! Samsung is know for problematic plasma tv's. I wish you the best! Nope never noticed any thing like that. Check your TV settings, in the burn in protection settings there is a setting called pixel shift, its turned on by default it moves the picture a small amount every couple of minuets to protect from burn in's. I suppose your settings could be off the default settings are pixel shift: on, Horizontal: 4, vertical: 4, time: 4 min. This probably your problem you could try turning it off at your own risk as you may have a higher chance of burn in's and most likely image retention. You payed good money though if that doesn't fix it return it! Samsung is... » Read More Nope never noticed any thing like that. Check your TV settings, in the burn in protection settings there is a setting called pixel shift, its turned on by default it moves the picture a small amount every couple of minuets to protect from burn in's. I suppose your settings could be off the default settings are pixel shift: on, Horizontal: 4, vertical: 4, time: 4 min. This probably your problem you could try turning it off at your own risk as you may have a higher chance of burn in's and most likely image retention. You payed good money though if that doesn't fix it return it! Samsung is know for problematic plasma tv's. I wish you the best! « Show Less