Tuning HD/digital channels directly from cable connection (QAM Tuner) Does 4661 have QAM tuner? I want to connection the Comcast cable directly without the cable box and get digital and HD programs that are not encrypted Tuning HD/digital channels directly from cable connection (QAM Tuner) Does 4661 have QAM tuner? I want to connection the Comcast cable directly without the cable box and get digital and HD programs... » Read More Tuning HD/digital channels directly from cable connection (QAM Tuner) Does 4661 have QAM tuner? I want to connection the Comcast cable directly without the cable box and get digital and HD programs that are not encrypted « Show Less
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I incidentally bought this TV and the answer is YES. I found on Samsung support web site that all LNT series TVs have NTSC, ATSC and QAM tuners. I verified after I bought the TV. This TV can tune - regular analog channels from cable or air - non scrambled digital channels from cable - non scrambled HD channels from cable or air
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I also have this set, and Comcast Digital Cable - bit no cable box. The Samsung tunes all of the non-scrambled cables from Comcast and displays them in 720p or 1080i, and 4:3 or 16:9 (whatever the channel is broadcasting). You don't need the cable box to use this feature. However, the channel numbers will not correspond to those you would get if you did have the cable box (and those used by Comcast on its TVGuide listings). You DO need the digital cable, however.
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I just bought this model, and both the salesman and my cable company told me that I will need a box to get HD channels. Are they selling me a bill of goods? I don't want to pay for a cable box if I don't need one. We are currently running the TV (analog only) from just the cable with no cable box. pananer
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I'd also be interested in this information as well, also does it support analog cable too with a cable box?
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Although there aren't many, some cable companies still carry some of their channels in an analog or digital non-QAM format for extra TVs in the house that don't have their own cable box. But those days are gone for most cable companies, or will be changing soon for the few who still do. Most of them are scrambling all the channels or soon will be. You'll need a cable box or will soon if you don't have one. So QAM may be a moot point in the USA. You'll have to plug your TV into the box or a TV antenna.
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Thanks, Cihon. I was about to order one for my kitchen, but digital cable is the only programming source there, so a QAM tuner is a necessity.
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I do not know what a QAM tuner is . My oCOSMO TV works beautifully . Upon arrival we plugged it in and have been using it since. No special equipment needed.
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If you have cable without a cable box, you will need a QAM tuner which this TV does not have.
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I have no idea what a QAM Tuner is. But I did not have to have one to use my TV. So you should not need one.
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no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and can't even do what I want with it makes me nuts! no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and... » Read More no, it does not. actually, I have had it over a year and it has never been used-apparently when the FCC mandated a completely digital signal after Jan. 31, 2009it created a situation where the tuner does not "see" channels so they can be loaded. I also have a Toshiba machine with the same problem. This is a pet gripeof mine-none of the Tivos or cable co. dvrs contain a computer drive like these did; you used to be able to record to the hard drive, and then edit and save to a blank disc if it was something you wanted to archive. The fact that I PAY for cable and can't even do what I want with it makes me nuts! « Show Less
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I see it wrote Atsc/Ntsc/Qam Tuner when it scans for channels it lists them as Analog and Digital and each one has a signal strength listed - QAM is a Cable term for Cable Tuner
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This TV only has a digital tuner, never tried it on air signal but other reviews have mentioned it does not pick up signal very well. I have it connected to cable and it works fine with the digital channels.
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I am not sure what type of tuner does the TV has. According to CNET it has an ATSC digital tuner.http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/vizio-m3d470kde/4540-6482_7-35508036-4.htmlAnd according to this page below, ATSC is not the same as QAM.http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_built-in_ntsc_atsc_qam_digital_tunerI have not had any problems with the built-in tuner. But I have connected it through the Cox HD box only. I can't give you a better answer since I do not know much about digital tuners. The specs document does not tell specifically (or I do not know how to interpret the info to tell)http://www.hdtvsolutions.com/VIZIO-M3D470KDE.htmBy the way, VIZIO sent a firmware update and now I can see movies on netflix! I am not sure what type of tuner does the TV has. According to CNET it has an ATSC digital tuner.http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/vizio-m3d470kde/4540-6482_7-35508036-4.htmlAnd according to this page below, ATSC is not the same as QAM.http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_built-in_ntsc_atsc_qam_digital_tunerI have not had any problems with the built-in tuner. But I have connected it through the Cox HD box only. I can't give you a better answer since I do not know much about digital tuners. The specs document does not tell... » Read More I am not sure what type of tuner does the TV has. According to CNET it has an ATSC digital tuner.http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/vizio-m3d470kde/4540-6482_7-35508036-4.htmlAnd according to this page below, ATSC is not the same as QAM.http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_built-in_ntsc_atsc_qam_digital_tunerI have not had any problems with the built-in tuner. But I have connected it through the Cox HD box only. I can't give you a better answer since I do not know much about digital tuners. The specs document does not tell specifically (or I do not know how to interpret the info to tell)http://www.hdtvsolutions.com/VIZIO-M3D470KDE.htmBy the way, VIZIO sent a firmware update and now I can see movies on netflix! « Show Less
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Negative. It is only an adapter from Digital HDMI to Analog Component or VGA. For tuning channels, a separate digital tuner is required. A converter box of some kind should have the raw RG6 straight from an antenna and step it down some sort of analog RCA connection.But remember, with an HD TV the best way to do is just to hardwire straight from antenna to TV, better picture. Unless you intend to record, in which case there are over-the-air DVRs available. Check out Channelmaster for that.
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Yes, this HDTV has its own digital tuner. I know it does because I have both Comcast hd box hooked up to it AND I also have a Phillips HD amplified 22 mile rated outdoor antenna run to it as well. I live 27 miles from city center of Atlanta. I get razor sharp image of ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and all the independent channels as well.
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Ceton InfiniTV 4 Digital Cable Quad-tuner Card PCIeCeton InfiniTV 4 USBThe Centon tuners are completely dependent on the CableCard to tell it the channel to frequency mapping. In Digital Cable, the channel numbers are all virtual: they are just used to look up the frequency of the underlying signal on the coax. So, if HBO-HD has three different channel numbers for the same broadcast (my Cable System does this), the actual frequency on the wire is the same for all three.Ceton doesn't do over the air. Ceton InfiniTV 4 Digital Cable Quad-tuner Card PCIeCeton InfiniTV 4 USBThe Centon tuners are completely dependent on the CableCard to tell it the channel to frequency mapping. In Digital Cable, the channel numbers are all virtual: they are just used to look up the frequency of the underlying signal on the coax. So, if HBO-HD has three different channel numbers for the same broadcast (my Cable System does this), the actual frequency on the wire is the same for all... » Read More Ceton InfiniTV 4 Digital Cable Quad-tuner Card PCIeCeton InfiniTV 4 USBThe Centon tuners are completely dependent on the CableCard to tell it the channel to frequency mapping. In Digital Cable, the channel numbers are all virtual: they are just used to look up the frequency of the underlying signal on the coax. So, if HBO-HD has three different channel numbers for the same broadcast (my Cable System does this), the actual frequency on the wire is the same for all three.Ceton doesn't do over the air. « Show Less
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There's an hd antenna cost you around $10,u have to purchase that..Then connect to ur box and a position the antenna where there's no obstruction in your signal..you said u have an HDTV which must include hdmi inputs in the back..Your digital box has a RCA connection also u an connect those to ur tv..The antenna is coaxial connection..The tuner is controlled from the digital box and comes with a universal remote u can program with your tv..hope this helps..
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Yes, it has a QAM tuner for unscrambled cable channels, as described in FAQ #5 and subsequent duscussion here (copy link text and paste in your browser's address window):http://www.avsforum.com/t/940657/magnavox-537-535-533-515-513-2160a-2160-2080-philips-3576-3575/120#post_12470932
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tunerless is for those like you who use a cable box, it would serve as the recorders tuner. (they cost less)However you can only rec one channel and watch one unless your cable box has capabilities otherwise.Ive read a lot about connections there is a multitude online I googled about it so I imagine you can find out how there. I wish I could tell you but I dont use a cable box.Good luck :O)
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I'm thinking about buying a Toshiba DR560 1080p Upconverting DVD Recorder with Built-in Tuner. I have a simple question. My TV (1080I) has a HD Built-in Tuner and a HDMI port. I don't have cable and watch all my HD shows using Air. If I buy the Toshiba DR560, will I be able to watch my local HD Channels in 1080I, also, will I be able to record a HD local channel show which is broadcast in 1080I and watch the recorded verison of that show in HD 1080I?