Best settings for the LNT5271F We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of our Samsung LNT5271F. Can anyone advise what the best settings are? I hear some say it's great out of the box and others say they had to "tweak". I don't want hubby to go into heart failure if the picture doesn't look just right after spending the moolah on a bigger and better set than what we started out looking for. :) Best settings for the LNT5271F We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of our Samsung LNT5271F. Can anyone advise what the best settings are? I hear some say it's great out of the box and... » Read More Best settings for the LNT5271F We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of our Samsung LNT5271F. Can anyone advise what the best settings are? I hear some say it's great out of the box and others say they had to "tweak". I don't want hubby to go into heart failure if the picture doesn't look just right after spending the moolah on a bigger and better set than what we started out looking for. :) « Show Less
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Check this forum for your favorite setting. I used post 274's setting and it looked great~ Don't use the setting right out of the box, it's horrible and way too bright. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=901174
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Does anyone have color settings for the TV, I have looked everywhere but can't really find settings. Please help?
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I have been tweaking my new set's picture for 3 days now. The high def is terrific but I only get 12 channels of HD. Since 50% of my viewing will be standard def cable channels, I am very disappointed that I can't get the SD picture to a level of acceptability. (I feel compelled to go to another room and watch non-HD programs on my old 36" CRT.) Any suggestions on setting changes for SD programs? A lot of the screen is blurry and pixelated (with or without the 120-Hz on).
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The picture is horrible out of the box. The colors are too saturated and the contrast is overexaggerated to the point where you lose all the midtone details. You should manually adjust the settings.
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I also called Samsung & they referred me to a local company. They want $90 just to come out but since we can't afford to fix it right now, we have been waiting. I have read a lot of people having this issue but samsung denied it. It's a shame that a fairly new tv is having such problems. I guess that they don't make them like they use to! Let me know if you get a tech out there & the outcome. I know mine will have to wait, no job, no money.
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In the earlier reviews, someone recommended this reviewer's post on best settings. I followed these and found them to be better than the built-in selections. Short of hiring a pro, try this first. http://reviews.lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lg-lcd-tv/lg-la7400-picture-settings.html
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I just got a refurb 46" Samsung LNT4669F from Amazon Warehouse deals and it is fantastic. Plus, we saved well over $600 by not buying new. You still get the Samsung 1-year warranty. If you don't like the condition of the t.v. when it's delivered, just refuse it. If you notice a problem later, call amazon and they will arrange pick-up for the defective television.
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Would any of you who own this TV please speak up your experience? I'm considering a buy until seeing this thread. Please help. Thanks. Luan
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Make sure the TV is not in "Store mode" because it always resets the settings so that they will look good in the store. I would also recommend returning your Samsung for a Sony Xbr4. I went through 2 defective Samsungs before I finally woke up and got the Sony. It is far superior to the LNTxx71.
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What are firmware updates? I too am interested in the 1600 to go with my Samsung tvs. I have a 46 and 52 inch 600 series. I also want to have everything I need to make me go Wow!
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I pre-ordered when it became available again. Everything I read regarding the BD-UP5000 has been very favorable. A user review on the AVS forum for the new LG combo has pointed out some flaws, especially with SD DVD playback. I only have room for one machine and the Samsung looks to be worth the wait. I hope it is not delayed further.
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Go to the AVS Forums and read up - they've fixed all the issues, which were entirely firmware. This is one of the very best TV sets you can buy, especially at this price range. It has a full array LED backlight - not edge lit like all the samsung and panasonics in this range - and it now is working perfectly. Unfortunately the price won't come down lower than it is currently.
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I bought mine only 2 weeks ago and the firmware I have now is dated 8/24/07 and xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx-1036. I have not tweaked my settings yet. The defaults are looking very good with free over the air HD channels. Put in HD channels or blueray player or Hd-dvd player, if all look good then just be happy with it. I can't say for sure about the refurbished unit.
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I'm also looking forward to 9600. I think it's so far the best Led TV that is "affordable". OLED is at least a year or two from now.How is the smart TV? Do I need dual cores? I have an Apple TV and I just use it to watch Netflix. I don't think I'll use LG's smart TV any more than Netflix, either.
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Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u which is about the same price i paid for the pn64e8000 and is twice the tv. BEWARE OF SAMSUNG!!! Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u... » Read More Go to CNET and look this tv up. People have posted calibration settings on there. My recommendation at this point would be to return this tv immediately! I have had the pn64e8000 for nearly two years now and it just died yesterday. I have found out recently that these tv's were shipped by Samsung with bad panels. I am not the only one this has happened to and some folks are trying to organize a class action lawsuit over this issue. I have had two Samsung tv's and they both let me down. Their customer service sucks and they will give you the runaround. I just ordered a Sharp aquos Lc70sq15u which is about the same price i paid for the pn64e8000 and is twice the tv. BEWARE OF SAMSUNG!!! « Show Less
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Go to avsforum.com and search for this model. There is a post in the hundreds of posts with a list of everyones settings. Cinema seems best, but offhand I'm not sure of the other settings (picture, sharpness, etc.)
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We really love this TV the more we use and become aquainted with it. It would seem that this unit in my opinion is flawed. I would certainly check with LG on this and perhaps look into a return. Good luck. kc
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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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Yes... Need to reset to personal taste. I used expert setting.out of box color too rich and bright for me. LED has problem with picture jitter or judder as LG calls it and soap opera effect. I prefer my LG LCD for over all picture
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I have been having this TV for over 2 weeks now. However I cannot see 'Set the Auto Motion Plus 120Hz' option under 'Picture Options'(Even if I scroll down). I did see that option on my first day and it has disappeared now. Samsung Tier 2 tech support told me that the option comes up only if I have a cable box which I dont. Howevr I am surprised as I did see it earlier without the cable box. Does anybody have any idea?