Vizio xvt3d554sv - Page 7

Yes, of course the resolution is set at 1920x1080. It looks fine on another 1080p TV in my house. I've got one more native 1080p TV with HDMI and I'm going to try it out tomorrow.

It just seems that there's something going on with the XVT3D554SV's HDMI input. The way I have it connected now, the HDMI and DVI-I(VGA) outputs are cloned so they're both at 1920x1080 and I connect both to the television simultaneously. I can switch between the HDMI-1 and RGB inputs on the TV and see a marked difference. The TV reports both as 1080p, too. I've tried HDMI-2 also to see if it was any different, but no change. Didn't try HDMI-3, HDMI-4, or HDMI-Side, though.

I'm not ruling out a PC problem though. I was hoping somebody else tried a PC connected to this TV via HDMI.

FYI, this is a new Intel H67 chipset with CPU-integrated graphics and on-board HDMI, and it does work correctly on one other Vizio TV in my house.

[Edit] Just realized my wife's laptop has HDMI out, too. So, I hooked it up direct (not through the receiver) and the text looks identical to what I get from the HTPC. Both the laptop and the HTPC are running Windows 7 and they both have newer variants of Intel's integrated graphics, and both work perfectly on other TVs...

I am kind of concerned with all the crosstalk I see in 3d on this set (seems I see it the most in video games, but in movies as well). Would/could a firmware fix this? Is there some picture setting that would help? Would using a hdmi 1.4 cable make a difference?

Tool, same thing happened to me as well this morning. Screen froze, audio continued for a few seconds and the TV shut itself off. First time this has happened in about 10 hrs. of use. Worked ok after turning it back on, but if it continues I will exchange it at Sams....

I haven't tried yet, just got mine yesterday and don't have the right cables yet, but I noticed there was a "Size" under "Picture Settings" -- perhaps yours isn't zeroed which would cause scaling?

mcmark69, I was just wondering if your 3D554SV has acted up yet with the "cold start issue" you found on your XVT553SV? I had the problem on my first 553 and now I am seeing it again after Vizio sent me a replacement. I do hope the 554 is better.

I had this happen the other day switching between PIP. First time since I got the TV about 2 months ago.

Check your manual. One of the HDMI ports may be designated for PC (from DVI) connections. I was getting blurry text as well on my XVT473SV (240Hz model). After checking out my manual, the 3rd HDMI port is designated for DVI->HDMI connections and resulted in clear crisp text. I am considering getting this TV as well for the 480 Hz output so I hope you can resolve this.

Cheers,

Are all Active Shutter glasses pretty much the same? Is it possible to get better 3D results with a better performing set of compatible glasses say from a non OEM manufacturer (assuming they exist)? Looking to get less distortion, cross talk, etc and from what I have read it seems most of that is due to the performance of the glasses in respect to how well they block out the image to each eye.

Afaik, only Vizio's glasses work with Vizio TVs. I'm not sure, but I read that Vizio's glasses are Bluetooth and not IR. Anyone know if this is true? If so, that could be why Vizio's glasses only work.
I wish there are some sort of advanced active shutter glasses that work better.

Anyone tried contacting Vizio about their glasses? Could a software be available in the future for the glasses?

According to the Vizio specs the glasses are IR (infra red) with a range of up to 20 ft. The remote is bluray or IR. I have the Vizio glasses, and IMHO the problem varies depending on the material being watched not the glasses. 3D just isn't ready for prime time yet. That being said, if the 3d concept catches on, I'm looking forward to lighter, more comfortable & cheaper after market glasses. I wouldn't buy any brand of TV just to get 3D.

FWIW.... Most so called 3D experts say the effect works best on CG computer generated material such as Avatar and Despicable Me where the edges can be cleanly rendered. Live material like nature films & movies such as Piranha 3d tend to look artificial with "cut" layers of focus. Perhaps things will improve as the film industry learns to use the technology better. Although I have the TV & the glasses I still view it as a novelty for now

So, ignoring the 3D, is there anything outstanding that brings this heads and shoulders above the 553? I know about the 'real' 240hz refresh rate, but curious how much improvement there is with that and with any other 'upgrades' this has over the 553.

Probably not that different other than the refresh rate, 3D and the glossy screen. I haven't read about as many random reboots with the 554 which has different firmware than the 553.

Anyone know the lamp-life of this tv?

I had the 553. Had major blooming which I could minimize somewhat by turning the backlight down. Then I had some problems with 1/16th sections of the screen dimming at random one day at about day 67 so I took it back to Sam's Club. Sam's was out of the 553 and had the 554 on sale so I got that. It is my opinion that I had a bad 553. I was using the cnet settings.

The 554 has not 1/100 the blooming the 553 had. The 554 has a gloss screen vs the matt screen of the 554. If I put the 554 on the cnet settings it is way too dark. I like the 554 better, it seems to have a more "plasma like" picture but remember, it is my opinion that I had a bad 553.

papeon, thanks for that - that's good info to have even if it was due to a bad 553. Thanks!

I saw these in Costco today.

A 3series was sitting next to a 4series. Looks like the 4series went with a crystal clear glossy panel. The plasma like picture is due to the glossy clear glass over the front. No diffusion of light by the matte treatement. I wish that they would put out a true matte screen again, and not this claptrap semi matte bs.

A price drop coming any time soon?

aaaaand my 554 just turned off by itself for the 2nd time. this time, instead of with the PS3, it was with the Dish Network receiver.

good ol' Vizio quality!

seriously, do a Google search for 'Vizio turns off by itself' and you will see tons of stories.

I'm pretty sure Vizio TV's ARE too good to be true. Off-brand electronics are seldom good quality, and I think Vizio is a case of this.

If it is just a software issue, why are there so many stories of this happening with multiple models of their TV's, going back years?

Cheap power supplies?

I'm almost surprised at myself for purchasing one of these....

Had the Same Problem with a Samsung 650!

As I did with 2 Sony KDL-46NX810's!

Sam's Club has it on sale until Feb 6th for the Super Bowl 200 off.

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Mine has not reoccured. However, tonight I got an error message when trying to access the via apps. I power cycled the tv and it re-downloaded and loaded all the Via apps, except for the ones I added. Glitchy piece of hardware.

All I can say about my 554 is that it has performed flawlessly. With distinction. Not a blip of any issue for the 24 days I've owned it and believe me, in my house it gets a workout for at least 16 hours daily on average. No foolin'.

BTW, the only time it has turned off unexpectedly is when I've sat on/against the Remote.

Good for you.

Do you use the wireless network connection? If so, do you use G or N protocol?

From what I can tell, it is not possible to turn off the connection. I just "deleted" all of the VIA apps, because I don't use them and I don't want them interfering with the operation of the set. I would like to disable the internet connection as well. I will re-enable it when I hear there is a new firmware update.

I just want to turn off the damn wireless card but I don't see an option...

N+ Belden Router

Ya know, as is this TV produces the best image I've ever seen on a direct view Monitor, even without the "Bells & whistles", it would have been the set of choice among all other comers, based on image quality alone. Toss in the lower price point as compared to sets costing over $1k more w lessor quality images and it was a decision so "Caveman" simple to make, even the Wife jumped on it.

......and there's not a drop of Cro Magon in her.

Anyone here pick up the 42" version of this set? The current sale at Sam's has allowed me to talk the wife into upgrading our 3.5 year old 42" Vizio (GV-something model) LCD, which has ran like a champ. 42" is perfect for our living room and I'm really looking forward to upgrading to LED lighting, better contrast, the internet apps, and dabbling in 3D.

Our viewing distance from the TV is approximately 8'. Will viewing 3D on a smaller screen from that distance hamper the effect? My 3D source options will be the few channels DirecTV offers through the HD package, as well as an updated PS3 and 360.

I read through this entire thread and am cognizant of the crosstalk issues with some sources, but it sounds like the 2D picture is simply fantastic, so that's good enough for me. I'm dying to get a 3D TV into my home, but it honestly will be just a bullet point for what I'm able to watch, not define it. The wall opposite the TV is where our large living room windows reside, so hopefully the glossy screen will not prove to be a distraction.

I appreciate any input from those with the 42" version of this TV.

On a side note, when my wife and I started discussing buying a 3D TV, she initially didn't want it at all, to which I came to find out was because she exclaimed that she didn't want to have to wear the glasses all the time just to watch TV. She assumed that with all the "you have to wear glasses and they suck" talk with mainstream news about current 3D, that you have to wear the glasses 100% of the time to watch anything. She was relieved to find out the truth.

the reason I asked is because I am trying to determine if the random issues I have (and others have had) with this TV are software glitch related, data related, etc. the brand of your router isn't relevant, but the fact that you are using wireless and with the N protocol, is. I am using the N protocol as well. my router is dual-band, so I can use G if I want - but I'm not sure that is part of the problem. thanks for the info.


I agree with you, and that's why I wish:

1. it didn't have a network connection
2. it didn't have widgets
3. it didn't have 3D
4. it had lean, well written, stable software

it would be even cheaper, and they could take the money they saved on that bull$hit and put it into higher quality electronic components.

like I said - I uninstalled all the widgets. I don't want any bells and whistles - I want a TV that shows me a picture. It doesn't have to make my breakfast. They compromised quality when they added all that bull$hit.