Official Panasonic VT50 owners thread - Page 293

Thanks. I saw the post by viciouslord about this mount, but since I already ordered the smaller mount which has shipped, just trying to see if I can be away with it. But I really should be asking monoprice about this. Thanks again.

Hi - I've been searching for clues on a problem I am having and your set up is the closest to mine that I've seen so far.

This is an audio DD 5.1 question.

I have a Panasonic DMP-BDT-210 BR player HDMI connected directly to my new 55VT50 t.v. From the t.v. I have the optical "digital audio out" connected to an old Marantz SR7300 receiver. The receiver is connected to an Outlaw 7500 power amp.

When I play a dvd or Blue Ray disc the Marantz does not recognize DD5.1. The odd thing is that if I play a Netflix online video the Marantz picks up and recognizes the DD5.1 signal. So it seems I do have the inputs and settings set up correctly in the Marantz but for some reason when playing a disc 5.1 doesn't work, only stereo is emitted via the receiver.

I've also checked the t.v. and BR player audio settings but nothing seems amiss.

Any clues? Is robnix correct for certain situations?


** edit ** I may have found an answer to my question in post #'s 6152, 6153 and 6155. It looks like for disc play if I want the full audio I will have to optically connect the BR player directly to the Marantz for audio and the HDMI goes to the t.v. for video.

Ed
Edited by edemtbs - 1/3/13 at 10:06am

av_fan is right. Turning off the motion smoother fixed the issue for me. Back to enjoying my new TV.

Glad you like it. It is such a beautiful tv. Best picture money can buy. The VT50 is a powerhouse, the holy grail of current flat panels. Welcome to the elite club!

Yayhoo my VT shipped from Pauls today. Can't wait.

Congrats! Mine is a huge upgrade over my Sammy UN60D7000 (LED). Loving it!

Thanks, yeah I bought the 55 inch which will be replacing my 42" Panasonic G10.

I haven't been on this thread in awhile, but I'm going to start going through and seeing if there's any interesting info that's popped up since I've had my VT50. Got it months ago, and just now finally getting my room finished. I have to say, once calibrated, this TV is amazing. I had some issues with dark scenes before, but made some changes to the calibration and now it looks even better.

Here's my set up so far. Looking to replace the Polk sub with a Klipsch shortly, and will be redoing the sheet rock so I can place the power and HDMI cables in-wall behind the TV, and still need to replace my rear speakers (I should really take a picture of behind the couch, its a horrible room design)

edit - with the dark wall, would any of you recommend some sort of back-lighting behind the TV? I've seen it mentioned around here before, but never really looked into it much.

Well its official. Just took delivery of the 65vt50 today. I must say I was a bit scared of the PQ when standard mode came up, but as soon as I put it to THX bright room, things looked like I've never seen them on a tv before!

Just wait till you get it calibrated.

ChadB will be calibrating mine on Sunday. Can't wait for that!

Yep, its what I been trying to tell you. Never listen to a LED fanboy. Now your watching a superior picture over that es8000 you had before.

Glad you like it.
Edited by Bolt989 - 1/3/13 at 12:45pm

Don't forget to post your post calibration feedback

You are in great hands!

looking forward to getting some decent settings in this badboy. I'm kind of happy that there's sort of a break in to let things settle before any sot of calibration, that'll give me a chance to just chill and finally catch up on some viewing that the samsung fiasco I just got out of made me miss out on.

Turbe, definitely coming your way soon for some software .

+1

What wall mount are you using? It looks extremely close to the wall. I have an ultra slim one from Sanus but I have their smallest spacer in there because I thought the power cord would hit the wall if I didn't use a spacer. Yours looks even closer to the wall then mine and figured you would have an issue with the power cord.

Your wall color looks very similar to mine as well. I haven't seen where people recommend some sort of back light if the wall is dark. I figured a dark wall would be better then light??

I used an Ideal lume backlight for years with my lcd rptv because of it's lousy blacks. Now I really enjoy watching in a pitch black room!
No way I 'd use a backlight again.

Im a little clueless but how do you do that

I believe it does. It has 2 hdmi ports and optical audio. How can i check

I'm going to order the 65VT50 today, but I'm a little behind the curve when it comes to 3D tech.
I understand I'll need active shutter glasses for the 65VT50. Are some better than others?
Is one year's model better than another? I see people in the 'deals' thread getting price matches for amazing prices, so I want to strike while the iron is hot.

Cheers!

The Panasonic TY-ER3D4MU seems to be the most popular overall - I think they're great. They can be expensive if you don't get them on sale. The only other plausible choice is the Samsung SSG-4100GB, which is much cheaper, but many people complain about them. I frequently see people saying they bought the Panasonics for themselves to use and the Samsungs for guests.

Be very careful that you buy only active, Bluetooth glasses that are "Full 3D RF" compatible.

Agree 100%. After an initial outrageously high price, the Panasonic glasses are out there in the $20 to $30 range. I have 4 Panasonic and 4 Samsung pairs. Kids get the Samsungs

@ scirica,

Have you had your 65VT50 calibrated? You're a couple hours from me and just curious of anyone recommended for the east Texas area.

Edit: Nevermind, I just read your post in the VT settings thread about trying out other settings which have been posted.
Edited by 7thSeal - 1/3/13 at 5:48pm

Thank you kind sirs! I'm off to hunt for some glasses

Ordered mine today too. Long time reader first time poster. Had a Sammy 58c8000 burn out on me but was under extended warranty.

I had Best Buy match the price on Sears.com $29.97... I bought 4 pairs!

http://www.sears.com/panasonic-ty-er3d4mu-3d-active-shutter-glasses/p-05726893000P?prdNo=5&blockNo=5&blockType=G5

The one really nice thing about the Samsungs is that they work well for our friends with glasses.

Well, after hemming and hawwing, I bit the bullet and bought the 65VT50. I got a decent deal I guess, not as good as what you can get in the US but for us it's the best I could get, and it was the last one in the city. Getting it delivered on the 14th. Will replace an old Sammy DLP. I"ll be mounting it on an articulating arm rated for 135lbs. I have a similar arm for my 50" Samsung plasma, which weighs almost as much as this one does (believe it or not) and it's holding fine.

I'll be using a Onkyo 906 receiver to do the video processing passthru to the set. Anyone else have this set (or similar) plugged in through the Onkyo 906? If so, any special settings?

Thanks

I need help configuring my Harmony One remote for Viera Cast. Sorry if this is not the appropriate thread, the search feature was absolutely useless.

I want to configure my Harmony One remote for an activity that would be Viera Cast, mostly for watching Netflix. The sound would be handled by my Denon AVR 890, everything else by my VT50. For the life of me, I just can't seem to set up the activity properly.

Thanks for the info - I'll run by the local BB to see if they'll do the same.

Ahh - this is great to know as my wife wears glasses full time and I do part time.