Confused between LG 42LA 6910 & Sony 42W 800

[shrey7]

@kreativegeek

ur right SONY T.V UI is the most outdated compared to other T.V's in the market. Samsung, LG, Panasonic and other brands have very intuitive UI which gives us NEXT GEN experience.

This T.V amazes me every single day.. I rarely watch in vivid mode, always use standard mode to watch movies.

Recently watched OZ in Star Movies HD i was totally blown away.

 

[shrey7]

@windy_rider

Very sad that you got a broken screen and the worst part is that you need to wait for another 2 days...... huh that's quite long buddy.

2 DAYS FOR REPLACEMENT.. I WONDER WHY? ARE THEY NOT CHANGING PANEL AND SENDING YOU THE SAME ONE? JUST MAKE SURE BUDDY..

Is there any way to download the firmware on PC & update it using USB ( the traditional way) ?
Unfortunately, NO.. well there is always a way to hack and flash T.V but it will void your warranty and im sure you don't want to do that.

As your internet source is only thru USB Dongle, i would suggest you to download Connectify software.. this will turn your Windows PC into a Wi-Fi hotspot then connect your T.V to it. Make sure you have a 3G connection with min 500MB - 1GB data plan before you upgrade your firmware. Having said that i highly recommend you to get an Internet connection with WiFi router to enjoy all smart features.

Hope this helps

 

[domnic]

Edit: Can you convert 3d to 2d in these 2 models. I think its useful to have if 3d in the movie sucks

yes in The LG u can dont know about the sony...

u will find the option in the 3D setting menu, u need to turn on Normal image view option... that will show the 3d movie in 2d

 

[windy_rider]

2 DAYS FOR REPLACEMENT.. I WONDER WHY? ARE THEY NOT CHANGING PANEL AND SENDING YOU THE SAME ONE? JUST MAKE SURE BUDDY..

I'm thinking on the same lines. They might just replace the panel and send it back. I actually don't mind waiting a few days for a new piece . But the answer given by dealer is they are getting fresh stock in 2/3 days time.

Any ideas to know if it's a repaired TV these guys are sending ? Looking for marks on the screws is one way I guess. Who knows may be Lg service and dealer are working hand in glove BTW do you recall seeing any lg stickers on the TV screen when it was opened ?

 

[windy_rider]

Finally got the set.. Looks gr8 . Like a geek one of the first things Im doing is updating firmware from 03.21.37 -> 04.01.09 .No 04.01.10 for me as in shrey7's screen shot .Its a huge firmware update ...

Is the exact model No 47LA6910-TB ?

Edit: Now I see the 04.01.10 update ...No direct update ,I think my data card has exhausted

 

[shrey7]

@windy_rider

Congrats buddy.. welcome to LG6910 Club
Enjoy your new T.V.

Avoid 04.01.10 update.. its not stable.
Specially they have taken out an option from VIVID mode >> Advanced Control (Greyed out).

 

[domnic]

Finally got the set.. Looks gr8 . Like a geek one of the first things Im doing is updating firmware from 03.21.37 -> 04.01.09 .No 04.01.10 for me as in shrey7's screen shot .Its a huge firmware update ...

Is the exact model No 47LA6910-TB ?

Edit: Now I see the 04.01.10 update ...No direct update ,I think my data card has exhausted

i have the 42 inch model and yes it has TB in the end also i got 2 firmware update 1 was when i got the tv and the second was a few days back so now my current firmware version is 04.04.10 but also keep in mind i have the 42 inch model...

 

[windy_rider]

@windy_rider

Congrats buddy.. welcome to LG6910 Club
Enjoy your new T.V.

Avoid 04.01.10 update.. its not stable.
Specially they have taken out an option from VIVID mode >> Advanced Control (Greyed out).

Oh but I updated .. I read some where that the new update resolves some privacy issues .

 

[shrey7]

@windy_rider

Great.. not sure about change log.

 

[windy_rider]

@windy_rider

Great.. not sure about change log.

Check this LG Smart TVs reportedly log user viewing habits regardless of privacy settings | The Verge

Btw have you noticed the on board recorder doesnt work with Airtel SD DTH even when connected through Composite Input . Strangely recording works on channel 100 which is the airtel demo channel .. Any work arounds ?

Does any on know if the TV remote works with Airtel HD when connected over HDMI ?

 

[windy_rider]

Can anybody point me to the expert recommended settings for this model . I feel the backlight is too bright .

Thanks

 

[shrey7]

Can anybody point me to the expert recommended settings for this model . I feel the backlight is too bright .

Thanks

I tried to grab some Picture Settings for this model and i ended up getting setting for LA6900 which is USA version and it works like charm

IMPORTANT NOTE: The 20pt White Balance is worth the time it takes to set :licklips:

Calibration Picture Settings
Picture Mode ISF Expert 1
Backlight 83
Contrast 89
Brightness 55
Energy Saving Off
H Sharpnes 10
V Sharpness 10
Color 60
Tint 0

Expert Mode
Dynamic Contrast Off
Super Resolution Off
Color Gamut Range Standard
Edge Enhancer Off
Color Filter Off
White Balance 20pt (See Table)
Color Temp Warm2
Method 20pt IRE
Pattern Outer
Aspect Ratio Just Scan

Picture Option
Noise Reduction Off
MPEG Noise Reduction Off
Black Level Low
Real Cinema Off
Motion Eye Care Off
LED Local Dimming Off
Tru Motion Off

20pt White Balance
IRE Red Green Blue
100 (130 Luminance) -32 0 1
95 -28 -12 -7
90 -16 0 8
85 -9 -6 -9
80 0 -7 -7
75 -1 -15 -17
70 0 -14 -12
65 -6 -24 -21
60 -10 -21 -13
55 -16 -24 -18
50 -16 -21 -15
45 -17 -21 -18
40 -15 -20 -14
35 -17 -18 -17
30 -15 -17 -17
25 -15 -17 -19
20 -18 -19 -24
15 -20 -18 -26
10 -18 -18 -49
5 9 8 50

If you are done calibrating your T.V with above settings, please share your feedback.

Hope this helps guys

 

[shrey7]

Check this LG Smart TVs reportedly log user viewing habits regardless of privacy settings | The Verge

Btw have you noticed the on board recorder doesnt work with Airtel SD DTH even when connected through Composite Input . Strangely recording works on channel 100 which is the airtel demo channel .. Any work arounds ?

Does any on know if the TV remote works with Airtel HD when connected over HDMI ?

Hi windy_rider,

Thanks for sharing link and yes i have read it before..

About recording i am very interested trying too but i have AIRTEL HD DVR.. so no way i could record from tv.. but i can record it from my HD DVR though hyeah:

NO.. YOU CANNOT RECORD VIA HDMI INPUT.. T.V TUNER HAS AN INBUILT RECORDING FEATURE WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO RECORD WITH ANALOG CABLE..
T.V TUNER AND HDMI WORK INDEPENDENTLY.

If you have any luck recording.. do share with us.

 

[windy_rider]

I tried to grab some Picture Settings for this model and i ended up getting setting for LA6900 which is USA version and it works like charm

IMPORTANT NOTE: The 20pt White Balance is worth the time it takes to set :licklips:


LED Local Dimming Off
Tru Motion Off


If you are done calibrating your T.V with above settings, please share your feedback.

Hope this helps guys

Thanks for the settings .Isn't local dimming supposed to be good to be left on for better black levels ?

 

[shrey7]

Thanks for the settings .Isn't local dimming supposed to be good to be left on for better black levels ?

Hi windy_rider,

I refereed few calibration settings for this model or other LG models- local dimming was turned off..

 

[windy_rider]

Any way to rollback the firmware?

 

[bharathvr]

Hi All ,

I have purchased LG 42 LA 6910 yesterday in Bajaj Electronics , JubleeHills . Got it for 75K . They will deliver it tomorrow and installation is on saturday . The TV has great features and Saw your reviews today . Felt happy with your comments . Hope i enjoy this TV . Going to connect to my xbox 360 , Sony E4100 blueray . Yaay .