Panasonic PZ80/PZ85 Owners Thread [No Price Talk] - Page 269

Originally Posted by jay5071

Hi
Need help please. I was watching TV this afternoon plasma Th-50pz80u and have only 15 hours break-inn pic 43 brightness 42, sharpness 43 everything looked great and then I had to go to a different room for about 25 minutes didn't realize the pic was frozen on the TV so i had the image on the TV for 23 minutes the minute i saw that i shut of the TV and waited 5 minutes before i turn on the TV every things looks OK i am watching football game i don't see any IR maybe i am not looking at the right place, How do i look for IR and did i ruined the TV permanently . I am worried sick , please reply thanks

Originally Posted by ampman337

I'm trying to be gentle with it, even after 3 weeks
For regular viewing (TV and DVD)

Cinema
Picture: +65
Brightness: +43
Color: +38
Tint: -3
Sharpness: 0
Color temp: Warm
Color mgmt: Off
x.v.Color: Off

When my son is on the Xbox I put it on the Game mode and have it toned down a bit more.

Originally Posted by jay5071

How do you do a break in images and also where do you look for a IR
I am watching satellite and does not have HD at the moment so i am watching football on zoom full screen will that help thanks so much for reply

Originally Posted by mikeyraw

how many hours do you have around, and did you use the break in dvd? any sign of IR on the xbox?

Originally Posted by ampman337

Probably around 250. I didn't use the DVD, I just made sure to watch a lot of full screen HD and I would occasionally change to zoom mode and H-Fill on 4:3 shows. No IR from the Xbox but I didn't hook it up till after 150 hrs.

Originally Posted by jay5071

How do you do a break in images and also where do you look for a IR
I am watching satellite and does not have HD at the moment so i am watching football on zoom full screen will that help thanks so much for reply

Originally Posted by auskck

Relax the TV is OK just watch your normal shows in zoom mode. No need for break in pics or DVD. Time would be better spent if you have a DVD player attached. Run a movie in zoom change your picture setting rewind movie play again, in this way you will get familiar with the menus and the setting. Rewind, replay, reset have fun you get to know your equipment and fulfill the break in period

Originally Posted by mikeyraw

actually the break in images are highly recommended here

Originally Posted by mantiz

I found in audio options if you turn on the Bass boost option it causes a horrible sound anyone else notice this?

Originally Posted by auskck

What are the advantages over watching normal programming in zoom mode (facts)

Originally Posted by jeffegrant

did you ever get a resolution on your bass boost problem? I'm experiencing the same thing.

Originally Posted by ElwayLite

You can run the break in images while you sleep, which decreases your break in time dramatically. My tv stayed on the first 4 days I bought it, playing nothing but images.

Originally Posted by auskck

Good for you, check your electric bill.

Originally Posted by auskck

This is a very personal call, you could build one to your own specs.

Originally Posted by StuJac

Those stands have weight limitations you should consider. I couldn't use one as the combined weight of my components would crash through the glass shelves. I spent weeks looking at stands. I ended up with something like this;

http://www.standsandmounts.com/index...OD&ProdID=5682

For my system I needed room for a center channel speaker along with 7 other components.

I also didn't use the doors for ventilation reasons.

Originally Posted by ElwayLite

Ok smartass. You asked, and got an answer, guess you didnt like it. Instead of watching ZOOMED tv for 2 weeks, I broke the set in fast and then enjoyed it. Jerk.

Originally Posted by ElwayLite

You can run the break in images while you sleep, which decreases your break in time dramatically. My tv stayed on the first 4 days I bought it, playing nothing but images.

Originally Posted by BWDinc

it wont be much, only a dollar or 2 more. most flat tvs only use a couple a month at most

Originally Posted by auskck

I like your humor but you lack good business practices and touchy as well.

Originally Posted by Buckeye911

I'm with Elway here. The man responded to your query in good faith and you have the temerity to condescend to him. Then when he defends himself you criticize his business practices and sensitivity level. If you have a differing opinion why can't you just say so? Speeding up the break-in period is an advantage and the usage of more power is not significant IMO.

You are certainly welcome to share and discuss your opinions on this forum but please try to be a little more respectful of others who share theirs.

Originally Posted by mikeyraw

its ok to have this beast on for 4 days straight?

Originally Posted by PureBlue

So we got a new tv, and the buzzing is now at an acceptable level where it doesnt bother us. The picture looks great. However, I am pretty sure it is clipping shadow detail, but the black levels look great. Should I worry about tackling this problem after break in? What do you have to adjust to not crush blacks? I know there is only so much you can do without pro calibration or using the service menu. Any suggestions?

Originally Posted by kelladros

Seriously??? Then why is power consumption an issue at all when people debate Plasma vs LCD?

Originally Posted by PureBlue

So we got a new tv, and the buzzing is now at an acceptable level where it doesnt bother us. The picture looks great. However, I am pretty sure it is clipping shadow detail, but the black levels look great. Should I worry about tackling this problem after break in? What do you have to adjust to not crush blacks? I know there is only so much you can do without pro calibration or using the service menu. Any suggestions?