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Yes, they are computer case fans. I got them from here: http://www.quietpcusa.com/

These are a couple of years old, and I think they now have even quieter ones.

I am running them off of an AC adapter running 6VDC into them. One is running all the time (a bit of an annoyance), and the other runs when the A/V receiver is switched on. I sure wish I could figure out how to turn them both on and off when the TV is turned on and off.

I suggested this to someone (not sure if it was you or someone else) I figured it was worth the $1.50 extra or whatever. Then I go to setup my own installation and they refuse to do this. They claim that it is not possible and the tv will not accept it............

So instead I split the signal and there is a remarkable difference in the PQ for the SD channels - so now I really wish I had the cable-card to compare the two. What cable company do you have? Are both the STB and the Cable-Card hooked up at the same time?

abward

If you are using a receiver or a preamp, you probably have either a switched a/c outlet or a 12 volt d/c trigger circuit. Either one of these could be used to have your fans come on.

Thanks for the quietpcusa url. My main computer makes entirely too much fan noise. This gives me some options to silence it.

An update on my 4:3 wide problem: I have officially given up trying to get it to work; I have tried all setting combinations to get the output of my DirecTV receiver to be shown as "Normal" with 4:3 content (and actually stay that way when I change channels).

So, the cable dude is coming Thursday and I will be switching over to the dark side (cable), with an SA 8300HD DVR cable box. If the problem continues after that, then it is the A10's fault (I already think it is). I have several choices after that:
1) Switch from component to HDMI and try it
2) Switch to S-video output, a giant step backwards in PQ. I could perhaps use S-video for 4:3 content and component for 16:9 content.
3) Take the A10 back, which combining this issue with the SSE (which I notice more every day now) might not be too far fetched now.

That is precisely what I am doing for the one fan. I have an older A/V receiver and only use it for sound, and only then for DVD playback, so I cannot use it to switch both fans.

Which reminds me of a friendly warning for A10 (and all RP LCD TV) owners: DO NOT plug your TV into your A/V receiver's switched outlet (or a switched power strip). These TVs must have constant power supplied to them, in order to cool themselves down after you have turned them off. In fact, plugging into a UPS is highly recommended.

There, I did my good deed for the day.

The SXRDs would be a lot more interesting if they had the A10 form factor instead of the non-removable side speakers. I'd like an SXRD light engine but don't have the width for the enclosure they are in. So, I'll probably be getting the A10.

Jimmyv there are a lot of members who feel the same way about the new Sony. I think they want to come to market ASAP. If they had put the speakers on the bottom they could have kept the w to under 60" . I cal fit it but it will look out of place. This is giving me thoughts.

That was me - went over there Friday hoping to find the same kind of discount on a 50", but it was at msrp. But I'll just keep watching their ads and have patience - well, as much as I can muster up, that is. Keep us posted on your experiences, good or bad. Sounds like it's all good so far!

Did you get an extended warranty at Fry's?

Yeah, when I was there I asked about the 50" and was kind of shocked at how high the price was (even if it was just MSRP) compared to the 42".

I'm still just shocked at how great everything looks!

thanks,
ojo

My Motorola card was doing this during the first 48hrs after the install. I "reset" the card and did yet another scan and have not had the problem since. The channel info is only available if the station includes it in their feed. Some don't. The best you can do is to just label/name the channel so at least you can see station identity.
If you happen to loose your HD signals you might notice that the labels are gone and have to be re-entered again. That's a pain. The SD is the same as if you were splitting the coax. The cable company doesn't want you to know you'll get a better picture, STB orders would dramatically decrease. If you can live without the IPG and configure your favorites (wish there were more than 16 available), then the better PQ and cost are attractive and sold me on the card, not to mention being able to use the TV remote for everything.

"My Motorola card was doing this during the first 48hrs after the install. I "reset" the card and did yet another scan and have not had the problem since. "



I had the exact same experience. So, I think thats just how it works with these tvs for some reason.


Also, the programming information has been sporadic on both of my cable card tvs for a year now. I don't think there is anything wrong with the tv. I think these cable card companies just don't have the whole thing down just yet. They really don't know a lot about these cable cards yet. The guy who came to install my card the other day didn't even know what the hell it was. I had to put it into the tv for him.


So, don't believe a word they say about these things just yet. I think in time they will get the programming info working but thats just a matter of the cable companies getting their act together with this new technology.

Looking to purchase the A10. Do you guys have any concerns with purchasing the tv over through an internet store, their prices are seriously better than anythign i've seen from a store. They also guarentee that the tv is 100% brand new with USA warranty and all that good stuff. So is there something wrong with these A10s with allows them to sell them at such a discount price?

No, nothing wrong with the TVs. That's just the nature of the online retailers - they are almost always cheaper. Primary downside to purchasing a TV from them is the inability to return the set. If something is wrong, you'll have to get it serviced through the warranty. There are some things, like dead pixels, the the warranty will not cover. For things like that, you're stuck. If you buy from a B&M though, you just take the set back to the store and get a new one. Or if you change your mind in 30 days, you just take the set back...

So is everyone pealing those ugly stickers off the front? Other than that one report are there any damages when doing this?

I took my stickers off. No damage at all.

I just got this tv the other day from Circuit City.. The 42" model. I love it... The picture quality is great.. I'll agree somewhat with others that SD isnt great but im not sure what you would expect.. its not going to look HD.. Its watchable though.. Havent tried xbox yet but Im lookin forward to it.. the incredibles was awesome looking on this tv.. Used the thx optimizer to do some video adjustments..

On a side note.. Im just curious on peoples opinion on a problem i had.. CC was supposed to deliver the TV on saturday morning but the driver tried to take the tv out of the truck himself and dropped it. It of course was then in peices. A redelivery was done on monday and I called to complain and ask for my $40 delivery charge back.. CC Claims i shouldnt get it back because a tv was delivered eventually.. But my point is they brought me a tv damaged it.. I paid for delivery on saturday and they didnt come through.. So why should I pay?

Chris

Outside of the obvious answer "very carefully"..........how exactly did you remove your stickers? Thanks..........I know I'm setting myself up for a cute answer but give it a go! THANKS!

Um, I just put my finger nail underneath it and off it came. Not a scratch on the tv.

Vielen Danke! Gracias! Thanks!

Hi I'm the one with the sticker damage. If any of you owners who peel them off successfully if I could get my hands on the small one to put over my bare spot I would appreciate it. I'm gonna try to get a new TV but I have my doubts.

Thank's in advance.

Talked to the Sony rep at the Pittsburgh plant, while picking up my 50A10. He told me that any damage caused by the removal of these stickers are covered, and to call Sony.

My opinion is that you paid $40 for a TV to be delivered and they delivered one. So, yes, you should pay.

Now, they should have apologized for the delay, and maybe even give you some of the money back, but that is different issue.

I actually used the a corner of the front cover on the manual that came with the TV to gently pry up the edge and then slowly, and a steep angle, peeled them off. The front cover is much softer than any fingernail so it will not scratch when trying to pry up a corner.

Hope that helps.

I searched the thread but didn't see this question discussed at all. Can someone report on the channel changing delay this set may or may not have. Any info is appreciated.

M

I use RCN in San Francisco, which is somewhat unusual in that Comcast is the really dominant player here. For some reason, RCN competes with Comcast in my building, but not across the street. Weird.

I have everything hooked up: the 6412 with both component and HDMI simultaneously connected to the TV (HDMI hands down the better signal v. component for this TV, I find). Plus the cable card. Plus a second, non-hd digital set top box so my TIVO has something to control. Overkill . . . but fun.

As noted in my previous posts, the cable card has been nothing but problems from the moment it was installed. The only good point is that the signal through the card for analog seems to be marginally better than the 6412, but not so good that it would be worth all the pain involved in getting the thing to work right.

There is no significant delay when changing between analogue channels. I can't remember offhand if there is a delay when changing between digital channels. There is a significant delay when a channel change involves moving from the analogue to the digital tuner or visa versa.

I'm very happy with my online purchase! Bought the E42A10 two weeks ago. So far....I love this unit. One key on a Sony LCD rear projection.
If you purchase the extended warranty, be sure that the bulb is included in the coverage. My research found that warranty coverage varied greatly, particularly on bulbs. And, "in home warranty service" can have different connotations too.


Mark

Might be a bit pricey, but what the heck, you spent 2K on a TV, so.....

I would get a wireless AC remote that controls the lights in your home, and hook up the fans to that. (like the ones you can get at Radio Shack)

Then buy a Harmony Remote Control to control your AV setup, and program the remote macro to turn on/off the fans as needed.

... BTW Very nice setup you have over there, man that is FLUSH to the cabinet

Yep, but I leave it down since it is convenient to switch the inputs when I get off my butt to go load a DVD, and I don't want to wear out the funky lowering mechanism. I am one of those people that leave the garage door open all day (when I am home), so that the opener is used one less time.

It never ceases to amaze me that my family members can be standing right next to the TV, looking all over the room, in sofa cushions etc, for the remote, in order to turn on/off the TV or adjust the volume. The button is right in front of them

Just make sure that your shutdown system doesn't kill a/c power to the TV...it needs juice to run the internal cooling fan after you shut the TV off. Otherwise you risk a blown bulb.