Can you watch without 3D mode? I'm really interested in the TV's specs, my my family and I are not overly interested in 3D.
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Absolutely. 3D is always an optional mode, never "on" unless you request it.
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You can watch without 3D. It only works when you use a 3D Blue Ray disc and the system is asking you to start 3D. Normally it runs on 2D (normal).
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This tv works great in both 3d and non-3d mode. I love it. Feel free to get one!
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Yes, you only switch to 3D when you have 3D content (unless you want to convert 2D content into 3D, which you can do too). The rest of the time the set behaves like a normal TV.
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Thoma,You can watch the tv with the 3d mode, however if you are not interested in 3d i would recommend that you get the 70 inch without 3d which will cost you up to $500 less.
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the tv is beautiful once you get it configured. (backlite). havent even used 3D.
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Yes, 3D mode is manually activated. You must view a 3D channel, choose 3D method (split screen, ect), and put on the glasses. You must switch back to 2D mode manually. Of course 2D is the default mode. If you never invoke 3D, you would not know you have a 3D TV.
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Ok I looked into it further and found it is NOT 3D. I had bought 2 32 inch tv's at different times and different models but neither are 3D.
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Is a great tv for it's price but I'm a huge fan of 3D and the passive format divides the resolution in one half for each eye. For a truly enjoyable experience get a tv with active shutter format. It's the closest to real 3d.
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D. Reese,Thanks for the feedback. I more than appreciate it!I decided not to purchase the UN55B8500. I agree, 3D is worth waiting for. I saw the demo at Best Buy, and I must say, I'm pretty impressed. One a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the best), I would put the 3D experience in at about a 7 or an 8. I wasn't completely blown away, however, I was impressed enough to wait until the UN55C8000. Plus, with the free 3D Starter Kit with the purchase of the 3D TV and the 3D Blu-Ray player, I really think it makes sense to go with the 3D option. The sales guy at Best Buy said the free 3D Starter Kit promotion starts on 3/21/2010, and that the UN55C8000 should be available in early April.Thanks! D. Reese,Thanks for the feedback. I more than appreciate it!I decided not to purchase the UN55B8500. I agree, 3D is worth waiting for. I saw the demo at Best Buy, and I must say, I'm pretty impressed. One a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the best), I would put the 3D experience in at about a 7 or an 8. I wasn't completely blown away, however, I was impressed enough to wait until the UN55C8000. Plus, with the free 3D Starter Kit with the purchase of the 3D TV and the 3D Blu-Ray player, I really think it makes sense to go with the 3D option. The sales guy at Best Buy said... » Read More D. Reese,Thanks for the feedback. I more than appreciate it!I decided not to purchase the UN55B8500. I agree, 3D is worth waiting for. I saw the demo at Best Buy, and I must say, I'm pretty impressed. One a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the best), I would put the 3D experience in at about a 7 or an 8. I wasn't completely blown away, however, I was impressed enough to wait until the UN55C8000. Plus, with the free 3D Starter Kit with the purchase of the 3D TV and the 3D Blu-Ray player, I really think it makes sense to go with the 3D option. The sales guy at Best Buy said the free 3D Starter Kit promotion starts on 3/21/2010, and that the UN55C8000 should be available in early April.Thanks! « Show Less
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Tv can be used in both 2d and 3d mode. This can be used for not only 3d games and movies it will convert regular tv to 3d
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NO, You must choose to turn 2D to 3D Converting on. Some shows/movies convert better then others.
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Hi Edwards, The 3D function works great on this TV without any issues. -Anthony
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I have the 40 inch version of this Smart TV with 3D and am quite pleased. I have not used the feature permitting the computer screen to be seen on the TV but it's there and now that my taxes are in, plan to watch movies. Also taking a Great Courses lesson on Philosophy and will watch it on TV. Had a 22" Samsung TV and it performed so well I stayed with Samsung. Bob C
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I don't own the tv and don't want to give any false information , here is a website where it talkes about the viewing distance for 3Dhttp://3d-tvbuyingguide.com/3dtv/step5-3d-view-distance.html
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Yes, the 3D function has to be enabled and only works with 3D programming. By default, the tv will be in "normal" mode.
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Sorry but no............you can only watch 3D DVD's orTV programs that are broadcasted in 3D
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No surfing but instant connections to netflix hulu etc are great. There is no such thing as 2d to 3d conversion. Lack of 3d programming and movies makes this a feature for the future but overall best picture ive ever seen and i upgrade every year!
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It's not 3D and no way to make it capable. To see in 3D, there must be two different viewpoints sent to your two different eyes. A standard HDTV does not have the required display technology, processing, and inputs to send those two different viewpoints to your eyes.
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Yes. You have the options of watching 2D movies in 3D. You can also select to watch 3D in 2D, but that wouldn't look very good. You'd either have a split screen with two images, or a single screen with a fuzzy image, I believe.
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Absolutely ! Great picture ,most of my viewing is 2D and I am completely satisfied . The picture is so good it looks 3D in 2D , great depth to the picture.
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I have the Samsung and I love it. The picture even without 3d is fantastic. Did a lot of research and ended up with the samsung. Purchased the panasonic 3d for my daughter and as far as I am concerned the picture doesn't even come close. Hope this helps. Wandat
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I haven't got any 3D glasses yet. I honestly don't have any idea yet. But, I like the TV and very satisfied with it. Thanks & good luck with your future purchase.