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post #12871 of 15169
3/20/12 at 12:02pm
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Originally Posted by edtorious View Post

Do you have settings memory as common on picture settings? And are you using custom settings?

I use current and custom that picture mode.

These settings were used since I bought the tv, and everything was stable until last week when baclight began to change behavior.

It happens almost all the time??

Could this be due to the recent update last week, I think this started right after this?

Is there anyone who has experienced this? ',
Has been desperately
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post #12872 of 15169
3/20/12 at 12:47pm
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Originally Posted by dane1201 View Post

I'm debating if I should buy the HX929 series or the Pro Elite series. Is the graphics on Pro Elite that much better than the HX929? I went to several bestbuys, they all recommended the Panasonic VT30 or the Pro Elite. Nobody even mentioned anything about the HX929. I spotted the TV myself in Magnolia. I don't know if I should get the Pro Elite 60 or the Sony 65HX929. Any suggestions? They are around the same price.

In my experience, any of the big retailers seem to reluctantly carry Sony high-end products. I live in Minneapolis area (BestBuy hq) and went to several of their premier stores in the area back in January and couldn't find a single 65HX929 to look at. The 70" Elite was prominently displayed in every store (in Magnolia area). These kind of stores push what they have in their warehouse - what they got the biggest bulk deal on. My observation is that the sales pitch always tilts that way - little to do with product features or quality. I imagine they love the Elite because the profit margin is higher - and Elite apparently can't be sold over the internet

Presumably Sony will have a bigger presence in the stores once their new pricing policy goes into effect. I wonder if Best Buy, among others, refusing to stock/sell models (if that was the case) had something to do with forcing Sony to the new policy.

I got a 65HX929 the end of January. I seriously considered the Elite but I didn't want to go smaller and the heavily discounted "replacement" (for bad SXRD) was far cheaper than the 70" Elite. I think the Elite is excellent. So is the HX929. Neither are perfect.

If you decide on the 65HX929 and see vertical bands out of the box, my advise is to call Sony (and retailer) and get it on record then wait for 3 weeks. They will get a lot better. After 3 weeks decide if it is acceptable to you and then proceed with return if not. I wouldn't bother with a replacement as it will likely be the same. Mine was moderately noticeable to start with and now it's barely there and not an issue for me.
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post #12873 of 15169
3/20/12 at 2:32pm
How does everybody find DSE levels on these? My 55HX920 is awful. Any solid(ish) colours from grey to lighter will show up across the whole screen, plus vertical banding especially evident on panning skies etc. A game called Journey on PS3 really shows dse up to distracting levels when moving the camera around.
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post #12874 of 15169
3/20/12 at 3:30pm
I think I'm overly paranoid because after owning a Kuro for 3 years with virtually zero problems... the majority if not all I see in stores today are lackluster. Even if it's just a slight band, crease, halo, retention, glow on pitch black, buzz, etc. I wouldn't want any of those.

I paid $1799 for my Kuro 3 years ago, which I'm beginning to think is perhaps the steal of my lifetime in entertainment so far. But I'm still going to order a 55HX929 with my fingers crossed. I miss my 46A950!
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post #12875 of 15169
3/20/12 at 4:03pm
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I think I'm overly paranoid because after owning a Kuro for 3 years with virtually zero problems... the majority if not all I see in stores today are lackluster. Even if it's just a slight band, crease, halo, retention, glow on pitch black, buzz, etc. I wouldn't want any of those.

I paid $1799 for my Kuro 3 years ago, which I'm beginning to think is perhaps the steal of my lifetime in entertainment so far. But I'm still going to order a 55HX929 with my fingers crossed. I miss my 46A950!

I'm in the same boat! I've owned a kuro krp 500m for almost 3 years now, and It has been nothing but outstanding in every way. My only complaint is I would like to go up in size a little bit. I'm looking at the 929 or possibly panasonics upcoming Vt50. I would move the krp to the bedroom if I went this direction. It seems you have to keep your fingers crossed with all these models now. Obviously nothings perfect, and the 929 seems to be an excellent display. Although I paid half price for my krp, I understand why these went for so much. It's about as rock solid as you can get with any type of content you throw at it and with isf day calibrated it's even stellar during the day as well. Please keep us posted once you get your 929, as I'm waiting till the vt50 hits the market to make a decision.
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post #12876 of 15169
3/20/12 at 7:08pm
Hey guys, so if you could pick an ISF calibrator to do your set who would you choose? I'm in the Boston, MA/Providence, RI area. I know a lot of these guys travel.

Jim Doolittle is in my area, people say he's awesome. I never had an ISF done but after paying big bucks for the 65HX929 it seems worth it.

Do you really need to run the set for 100 hours before getting an ISF done?
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post #12877 of 15169
3/20/12 at 9:45pm
Hey Rizzo... could you please PM me your settings? Would definitely appreciate it!
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post #12878 of 15169
3/21/12 at 6:09am
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Originally Posted by TheColin View Post

Hey Rizzo... could you please PM me your settings? Would definitely appreciate it!

Done
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post #12879 of 15169
3/21/12 at 6:39am
I live in the NYC area (Long Island).. can anyone recommend a good calibrator
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post #12880 of 15169
3/21/12 at 7:04am
At the bottom of this "Display Devices" forum there is a section on calibration with a complete list of calibrators for just about any area of the country.
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post #12881 of 15169
3/21/12 at 7:05am
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Originally Posted by audhwang View Post

I live in the NYC area (Long Island).. can anyone recommend a good calibrator

kevin miller, ed johnson, duane johnson-aka d-nice

if it were me i would choose Kevin or Ed, d-nice is very good,but he thinks his balloon plug doesn't stink.
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post #12882 of 15169
3/21/12 at 8:02am
So the 65 just got here. Says Jan 2012 so hopefully it's a good one!

One thing I noticed though is that the stand seems to be attached. Did any of you guys get it with the stand attached, even the manual that came with it says to attach it first? I thought it comes not attached? I still need to completely unpack it, I've just taken off the top part of the box until I can get some help lifting it later.

Is this something Best Buy would have done? Doesn't seem like this was a returned set, the screen is immaculate showing no fingerprints or residue.
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post #12883 of 15169
3/21/12 at 8:16am
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Originally Posted by Metallica2009 View Post

So the 65 just got here. Says Jan 2012 so hopefully it's a good one!

One thing I noticed though is that the stand seems to be attached. Did any of you guys get it with the stand attached? I thought it comes not attached, even the manual that came with it says to attach it first? I still need to completely unpack it, I've just taken off the top part of the box until I can get some help lifting it later.

Is this something Best Buy would have done? Doesn't seem like this was a returned set, the screen is immaculate showing no fingerprints or residue.

the 65" comes attached....your fine....
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post #12884 of 15169
3/21/12 at 8:24am
Ah cool...thanks bro....lmao....I was looking at the manual where it was showing to install the stand, didn't see that it specified "except 65"..lol
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post #12885 of 15169
3/21/12 at 8:51am
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Originally Posted by audhwang View Post

I live in the NYC area (Long Island).. can anyone recommend a good calibrator

Kevin Miller (one of the co-founders of the ISF) located on LI, would be my preference. D's from S.C. and Ed Johnson is NJ based
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post #12886 of 15169
3/21/12 at 10:05am
Can anyone tell me what the new firmware did (pk4.003AAA) for my 55HX929????
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post #12887 of 15169
3/21/12 at 10:13am
I just switched from comcast to dish network because they have that new hopper system.. its nice, but I feel like the PQ is more soft and not as sharp as comcast, anyone have any suggestions for the sony tv to modify that might help out the satellite PQ ?
Mo
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post #12888 of 15169
3/21/12 at 10:41am
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Originally Posted by Shirtin View Post

Can anyone tell me what the new firmware did (pk4.003AAA) for my 55HX929????

I have the same question. Nothing about this change in Sony Support site
for firmware.
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post #12889 of 15169
3/21/12 at 11:07am
I received my second 65" HX9292 this morning and it is again damaged. I am trying to score one before price rise but have been out of luck.
Does anyone know a local store in bayarea (Northern CA) offering competitive pricing? I am thinking of going local.
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post #12890 of 15169
3/21/12 at 12:18pm
Now I'm very anxious to go home and download the new firmware. Also checked Sony's site and didn't see anything about the changelog.
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post #12891 of 15169
3/21/12 at 12:31pm
Hi everyone, I am a long time reader of this HX929 thread, but first time post.

With Sony locking down pricing come April 1st, I have decided to accelerate my decision to purchase the 65HX929 before they raise the prices. Thank you to everyone here helping clear the fog and see reality to make the right choice. You all deserve a big hand of applause.

I have a few questions on Sony's updated 3D glasses model that appears they will be releasing the same time as the new 2012 lineup. It was unveiled at CES 2012. The new glasses are Sony's Super-Lite Titanium 3D Glasses, model TDG-BR750.

Does anyone have information on the following for these new 3D Glasses?

- Will the new BR750 3D glasses be fully compatible with the 65HX929? The owners manual for the new glasses state they are still operated by infrared signal from the 3D Sync Transmitter and not Bluetooth like some other companies are.
- Is the refresh rates are any better than the current BR250 3D glasses?
- Will the new BR750's reduce/eliminate crosstalk that many have reported on the current BR250's?

Here is the only place I found that has posted the PDF Owners Manual for the new Sony Titanium 3D Glasses TDG-BR750. Since this is my first post, I can't post the link. I found the PDF at the bottom of the details for the glasses at brandsmartusa website. Just do a search for TDGBR750 on their website.

Also here is a YouTube video from Fumiya Matsuoka, Sony Executive Art Director, showing off the new Titanium 3D glasses to the press a couple of days ago. Again, since this is my first post, I can't post the link. Just do a search for the YouTube video that was posted by someone named gaiabe 2 days ago; "Sony Titanium 3D Glasses". Fumiya describes the features such as them being adjustable to fit adults and children, so no need to buy different sizes as well as having quick charge ability.
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post #12892 of 15169
3/21/12 at 12:37pm
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Originally Posted by nycebo View Post

Now I'm very anxious to go home and download the new firmware. Also checked Sony's site and didn't see anything about the changelog.

I downloaded and loaded my 55HX929 this morning!!!!
It does take longer to install and load then previous firmware so make sure you wait for the completed message. The completed message will show about 30s even after the TV shows picture.
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post #12893 of 15169
3/21/12 at 12:42pm
Hey guys. I've owned a Samsung 60D8000 and then returned to upgrade to the 65" On my 60" I hardly noticed any ghosting or crosstalk. I took it back to BB and got the 65" model and both sets have been plagued with ghosting and crosstalk. In saying that, I owned a 55HX820 for a few months and was less than impressed with how much of that issue I saw. So here I am now, unhappy with the 65D8000 and was wondering what some of your thoughts and observations are with the 3D picture quality on this set. How much if any ghosting and crosstalk does the Sony 65HX929 exhibit? From what I've read, the Samsung was supposedly the king of 3D LED TV's, but I'm starting to wonder how accurate that statement really is. I can get a killer deal on an open box 65HX929 and I'm really thinking about biting the bullet and getting it. I'm just concerned that the 3D quality will not be much better than my HX820 I had. Any thoughts???
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post #12894 of 15169
3/21/12 at 12:42pm
Rizzo, can you please PM me your settings? I am a long time reader of the HX929 forum and I am ordering the 65HX929 before the Sony price lockdown. You have always been the "goto" person for your fantastic settings. Thanks for all your wisdom and help.
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post #12895 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:00pm
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Originally Posted by IMRIZZO View Post

Kevin Miller (one of the co-founders of the ISF) located on LI, would be my preference. D's from S.C. and Ed Johnson is NJ based

phone number people..lol no kidding phone#'s? anyone for kevin miller
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post #12896 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:25pm
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Originally Posted by audhwang View Post

phone number people..lol no kidding phone#'s? anyone for kevin miller

I will PM # to you later
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post #12897 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:31pm
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Originally Posted by JewDaddy View Post

Hey guys. I've owned a Samsung 60D8000 and then returned to upgrade to the 65" On my 60" I hardly noticed any ghosting or crosstalk. I took it back to BB and got the 65" model and both sets have been plagued with ghosting and crosstalk. In saying that, I owned a 55HX820 for a few months and was less than impressed with how much of that issue I saw. So here I am now, unhappy with the 65D8000 and was wondering what some of your thoughts and observations are with the 3D picture quality on this set. How much if any ghosting and crosstalk does the Sony 65HX929 exhibit? From what I've read, the Samsung was supposedly the king of 3D LED TV's, but I'm starting to wonder how accurate that statement really is. I can get a killer deal on an open box 65HX929 and I'm really thinking about biting the bullet and getting it. I'm just concerned that the 3D quality will not be much better than my HX820 I had. Any thoughts???

I have been happy with the 3D performance on my 55HX929. This is my first 3DTV so I don't have anything to compare to but I don't have the ghosting and crosstalk that you are concerned about. Although sometimes the crosstalk may be cause by the actual content not the TV from what I read on the 3D forum here but so far I have not experience any crosstalk. Check out the link on my sig for a good review of the 3D feature of this TV.
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post #12898 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:35pm
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Originally Posted by edtorious View Post

I have been happy with the 3D performance on my 55HX929. This is my first 3DTV so I don't have anything to compare to but I don't have the ghosting and crosstalk that you are concerned about. Although sometimes the crosstalk may be cause by the actual content not the TV from what I read on the 3D forum here but so far I have not experience any crosstalk. Check out the link on my sig for a good review of the 3D feature of this TV.

Do you happen to have a PS3? The reason I ask is because I see a ton of Crosstalk when playing Motorstorm Apocalypse in 3D or Killzone 3. I've also noticed a ton of crosstalk and ghosting when watching Transformers Dark of the Moon, Hugo and Monsters vs. Aliens on 3D blu-ray.
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post #12899 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:48pm
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Originally Posted by JewDaddy View Post

Do you happen to have a PS3? The reason I ask is because I see a ton of Crosstalk when playing Motorstorm Apocalypse in 3D or Killzone 3. I've also noticed a ton of crosstalk and ghosting when watching Transformers Dark of the Moon, Hugo and Monsters vs. Aliens on 3D blu-ray.

What scene mode do you use when you're playing PS3? Is yours pro-calibrated also? What 3D brightness settings do you have? I have mine on default Game scene mode with 3D brightness at Auto but I change the White Balance settings per my professional calibrated setting and I don't get crosstalk. Also what kind of 3D glass do you use?
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post #12900 of 15169
3/21/12 at 1:53pm
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Originally Posted by G'DayM8 View Post

Hi everyone, I am a long time reader of this HX929 thread, but first time post.

With Sony locking down pricing come April 1st, I have decided to accelerate my decision to purchase the 65HX929 before they raise the prices. Thank you to everyone here helping clear the fog and see reality to make the right choice. You all deserve a big hand of applause.

I have a few questions on Sony's updated 3D glasses model that appears they will be releasing the same time as the new 2012 lineup. It was unveiled at CES 2012. The new glasses are Sony's Super-Lite Titanium 3D Glasses, model TDG-BR750.

Does anyone have information on the following for these new 3D Glasses?

- Will the new BR750 3D glasses be fully compatible with the 65HX929? The owners manual for the new glasses state they are still operated by infrared signal from the 3D Sync Transmitter and not Bluetooth like some other companies are.
- Is the refresh rates are any better than the current BR250 3D glasses?
- Will the new BR750's reduce/eliminate crosstalk that many have reported on the current BR250's?

Here is the only place I found that has posted the PDF Owners Manual for the new Sony Titanium 3D Glasses TDG-BR750. Since this is my first post, I can't post the link. I found the PDF at the bottom of the details for the glasses at brandsmartusa website. Just do a search for TDGBR750 on their website.

Also here is a YouTube video from Fumiya Matsuoka, Sony Executive Art Director, showing off the new Titanium 3D glasses to the press a couple of days ago. Again, since this is my first post, I can't post the link. Just do a search for the YouTube video that was posted by someone named gaiabe 2 days ago; "Sony Titanium 3D Glasses". Fumiya describes the features such as them being adjustable to fit adults and children, so no need to buy different sizes as well as having quick charge ability.

It's hard to tell even with all the info provided until we get our hands on these glasses. But if you're looking for a good 3D glass, a lot of people has bought the Xpand 3D glass http://www.xpand.me/products/youniversal-3d-glasses/ and they are pretty happy with it, when I bought my TV it came bundled with the BR250, if only the TV didn't came with the 250, I would have probably bought the Xpand 3D glasses. As for the 250, it's a little bit bulky but I like the fact that is rechargeable and so far I'm ok with it. Just like you, I'll probably buy the BR750 and give it a try as soon as it comes out, I think it should be compatible with our 929 but I'm not 100% sure.
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