samsung

[moreira85]

i am looking on making the move on the 67A750 model but have noticed that many many of my circuit cities and best buy's in the area have them unavailable on the websites. blue river doesnt have the 67inch anymore although they have a deal on the 61 for $1390. anybody know what is going on and if they are stopping the manufacturing of these?

[StiMpACk]

fry's and amazon still carry it

[bandphan]

the wd65833(diamond) from mitsu is on clearance and can be had for about 1599, and thats alot of good pq for the size and price.

[Votrax]

The benefit of the Samsung DLP 750 series is you never need to replace the lamp as they have LED backlights.

[bandphan]

The benefit of the Samsung DLP 750 series is you never need to replace the lamp as they have LED backlights.

yep....but pq is pq

[mudrummer99]

The benefit of the Samsung DLP 750 series is you never need to replace the lamp as they have LED backlights.

It is not never, unless you are like the average American and replace your tv every 8 years, but there are those out there who keep their sets for 10-15 years, in which case you will probably need to replace the light unit at least once.

Mike

PS. yes, I like run on sentences.

[Votrax]

It is not never, unless you are like the average American and replace your tv every 8 years, but there are those out there who keep their sets for 10-15 years, in which case you will probably need to replace the light unit at least once.

Mike

PS. yes, I like run on sentences.

The LED is rated to last 60,000 hours. That would be 20 years at 8 hours of use a day. I'm sure the LED light would out live the TV the majority of the time. You would change well over 10 mercury lamps in that amount of time.

[moreira85]

i went into circuit city and the guy told me they were no longer going to carry the dlp samsung or any dlps. he said that the other circuit city 12 miles away has 1 67inch 7series sammy and said i could pay for it there and pick it up at the other location. i asked how much and he said 2499$ i said are you crazy your website has it for $2250 at which he said okay ill give it to you for that price.
i told him thanks but ill go the other store and pay them in person.
I am going to go there this weekend and since they are trying to get rid of them see if they will match amazons $1999 free shipping offer.

[armaraas]

If nothing else order it online for store pickup and you can get another 10% off the $2250 price-
10% with in-store pick up--use coupon code B3ATJFSAUK

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Samsung-67-Series-7-DLP-HDTV-HL67A750/sem/rpsm/oid/212343/catOid/-12867/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

I'll be going to Best Buy and hoping they price match that for me for the 61" I bought last month...

[armaraas]

Or call this place and see if they have the 67" available and what price, their price for the 61" is ridiculously cheap...

http://www.electronics-expo.com/make-a-store/item/SAMHL61A750%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20 %20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%2 0%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20/Samsung/HL61A750/1.html

[Adam]

I am going to go there this weekend and since they are trying to get rid of them see if they will match amazons $1999 free shipping offer.

I recommend calling them first to see if they will match it. There's some evidence that stores are more willing to price match over the phone (when you can just hang up) than in person (when you're already in the store and more likely just to buy it anyway). Besides, if they turn you down on the phone...you can always ask them again in person. :)

Also, Amazon currently has four of those in stock. Just a heads up, because CC probably won't price match if Amazon doesn't have them in stock.

[moreira85]

Or call this place and see if they have the 67" available and what price, their price for the 61" is ridiculously cheap...

http://www.electronics-expo.com/make-a-store/item/SAMHL61A750%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20 %20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%2 0%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20/Samsung/HL61A750/1.html

thanks, amazon has it much cheaper, $1390 i think.

i would rather go pick it up just incase there are geometry issues i can bring it back that day.

[moreira85]

I recommend calling them first to see if they will match it. There's some evidence that stores are more willing to price match over the phone (when you can just hang up) than in person (when you're already in the store and more likely just to buy it anyway). Besides, if they turn you down on the phone...you can always ask them again in person. :)

Also, Amazon currently has four of those in stock. Just a heads up, because CC probably won't price match if Amazon doesn't have them in stock.

i think i will just order it online from circuit city because its $2250 and the 10% off coupon that was given to me by the other user will take off another $225 so that is $2025 which is only 25$ more than amazon.
will that 10% off code really work?
i am guessing that if i use the 10% off coupon then i cant use my 8% AAA coupon as well. Circuit city doesnt give a discount for opening an account right?

[Adam]

i think i will just order it online from circuit city because its $2250 and the 10% off coupon that was given to me by the other user will take off another $225 so that is $2025 which is only 25$ more than amazon.

Do you have to pay sales tax where you live? If so, then it's not as close. Where I live, sales tax is 8%, so tax would be over $160 on the sale price. Just a thought. I got Best Buy to match the total price for my last receiver.

[armaraas]

thanks, amazon has it much cheaper, $1390 i think.

i would rather go pick it up just incase there are geometry issues i can bring it back that day.

That amazon price is actually the same seller, they're the only ones under $1600, but I do see they charge well over $200 for shipping. And their prices seem to fluctuate every couple of hours, weird (it was $1377 when I posted it, now it's like $1430)...

Anyway, I had tested the Circuit City 10% off coupon yesterday for the 61" and I had it in the cart for $1574 before taxes, so it should work fine.
I don't believe you get anything off for opening an account, just 18 months financing. And I am not sure if CC allows coupon stacking.

[moreira85]

Do you have to pay sales tax where you live? If so, then it's not as close. Where I live, sales tax is 8%, so tax would be over $160 on the sale price. Just a thought. I got Best Buy to match the total price for my last receiver.

5% sales tax. oh well.

[moreira85]

on second thought i will wait till sunday to buy it to see if it goes on sale. i have seen them drop it down to $2000 before. i would wait for a columbus day sale which is next weekend but may risk them being all gone.

[Adam]

5% sales tax. oh well.

Never hurts to call and ask. ;) :)

Either way...a 67" TV is going to be awesome!

[moreira85]

especially in a brand new house with a brand new Plateau TV stand from rackandstands.com that will be here tomorrow.

[jostenmeat]

moreira85,

When I checked out the LED versions in person (helping my brother shop around last year), they run pretty hot at the vents. Can't quite recall, but the fans might've been louder too. Perhaps a non-issue, but depending on the room acoustics and how close you sit, the noise floor might be raised a little.

Also, one peeve of mine with Sammy RPs is that they have the IR sensor smack dab in the middle. So if you actually place your center speaker on top of the Plateau stand (which is better than shoved on the shelf below), you won't get to control your TV with the remote.

My brother's center speaker is off set to the right! There was a pic in the members gallery here that had a similiar setup before an upgrade.

You CAN get around this, by getting a $75 URC rf-20 remote. Run a stick on emitter to the IR, then cover all that with the center speaker. Such a remote is high on the list for gift ideas to my brother. His bday is this month . . .

FYI.

[moreira85]

moreira85,

When I checked out the LED versions in person (helping my brother shop around last year), they run pretty hot at the vents. Can't quite recall, but the fans might've been louder too. Perhaps a non-issue, but depending on the room acoustics and how close you sit, the noise floor might be raised a little.

Also, one peeve of mine with Sammy RPs is that they have the IR sensor smack dab in the middle. So if you actually place your center speaker on top of the Plateau stand (which is better than shoved on the shelf below), you won't get to control your TV with the remote.

My brother's center speaker is off set to the right! There was a pic in the members gallery here that had a similiar setup before an upgrade.

You CAN get around this, by getting a $75 URC rf-20 remote. Run a stick on emitter to the IR, then cover all that with the center speaker. Such a remote is high on the list for gift ideas to my brother. His bday is this month . . .

FYI.

the IR sensor is an issue. the cabinet space has 33inches for the center and my center is 26 inches wide so it will be below the TV. I will be sitting about 19 feet away.

[jostenmeat]

Ok, I suppose you meant a NON-issue.

How tall is the center speaker? Because, ideally, the speaker would sit on top of the cabinet. Closer to ear level, closer to the same height as mains for better panning and consistent stage, less reflective issues from either the shelving itself and/or midbass reflections from the floor.

Anyways, pretty easy to solve in either case. The remote is pretty cool either way, IMHO. :cool:

cheers.

[moreira85]

the IR sensor is an issue. the cabinet space has 33inches for the center and my center is 26 inches wide so it will be below the TV. I will be sitting about 19 feet away.

whoops i meant non issue

[moreira85]

the center is 6.75 inches tall. i assume this will cover the IR light if i decide to put it on top.

[jostenmeat]

I would assume so as well. Its still worth it. No matter how much you spend on components, how nice your recordings are, nothing will beat better speaker placement. The best part is that it doesn't cost anything (or in your case it does a bit).

If it fits, put it on top. Trust me. Or try for yourself both of the positions. Maybe not a big deal for you. OTOH, make sure to play it loud as well, for then the differences should be more apparent.

If covered IR is a big deal, buy this (http://www.amazon.com/RFS200-PowerPak-Bundle-MasterControl-PowerBlaster/dp/B000FL9E6U/ref=pd_cp_e_0?pf_rd_p=413863501&pf_rd_s=center-41&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000FL9E6K&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=07C5CGJVJCX09XB42J1M)

My audioholics review (http://forums.audioholics.com/forums/showthread.php?t=46819).

[armaraas]

Hm, good news is I got Best Buy to match that extra 10% off on CC's website, so I'm down to $1535 for the 61" before taxes. They even took off a little extra for some reason.

Anyway, the sensor in the middle was an issue on my older Sammie DLP. When I got this one I put the speaker on the shelf below, but noticed 2 little leds on the right side of the tv that light up when I use the remote, so I thought great, I can put speaker on the shelf again. I now have two receivers to test in home, so I put the second where the speaker was and put the center back on the shelf in front of the tv. The speaker is too tall and blocks part of the screen though, just under 1/2" probably is blocked. And it appears the sensor is still in the middle because I had issues getting the remote to work again.

However, I have found if I point the remote straight at the speaker from my seating position, it works. I have about 3/8" of a glass shelf below the speaker, maybe it's getting through that some how, I am not sure yet. Trying it from the left of the seating position it works more reliably, but still cannot see the center power button. I really can't tell where exactly the sensor is, but this tv seems more fogiving than my other one.


My center is 7 1/4" high for reference.

[moreira85]

so if i am using the vip722 for the satellite receiver and monitor out on my yamaha receiver for switching can somebody tell me why i even need to use the IR sensor to control the TV?

[Adam]

so if i am using the vip722 for the satellite receiver and monitor out on my yamaha receiver for switching can somebody tell me why i even need to use the IR sensor to control the TV?

Perhaps to remotely turn it on and off.

[moreira85]

Perhaps to remotely turn it on and off.

well if i have the tv hooked up to the switched outlet on the belkin it will automatically turn on the tv. i think once i get the settings all dialed in on the tv i wont even need to use the sensor on the tv.

[Adam]

well if i have the tv hooked up to the switched outlet on the belkin it will automatically turn on the tv. i think once i get the settings all dialed in on the tv i wont even need to use the sensor on the tv.

That would be cool, indeed. Just a question - are you sure that the TV will turn on just by applying power to it? Also, do the LED DLP TVs require cooling fans to run for any amount of time after shutdown? I'm just curious.

[moreira85]

That would be cool, indeed. Just a question - are you sure that the TV will turn on just by applying power to it? Also, do the LED DLP TVs require cooling fans to run for any amount of time after shutdown? I'm just curious.

actually i am not sure but i will find out when i pick it up next sunday. On my set up that i have right now i just walk up to the receiver and press the power button or the remote controls power button and VIOLA everything turns on, TV, DVD, Belkin, Amp etc. So i will find out when i hook it up.
I will experiment with the Center on top or in the cabinet because there is plenty of room below. its the same tv stand paridigmdawg has. not sure about the fans.

[armaraas]

That would be cool, indeed. Just a question - are you sure that the TV will turn on just by applying power to it? Also, do the LED DLP TVs require cooling fans to run for any amount of time after shutdown? I'm just curious.

My LED seems to run much cooler than the bulb DLP I have. I am not sure if it has any fans or not, if it does I have not heard them yet (the other set's fan runs for a minute after you turn it off and you can hear it turn off).
It will vary a bit based on settings you choose, I have my LED brightness turned down to minimum, the set is just too bright for me, especially when on the internet and the white back grounds. There's a few settings you can adjust that will affect the sets power consumption/heat/etc. I've heard people say its possible to adjust the settings on the tv so that it is under 100 watts for power consumption.

[Votrax]

My LED seems to run much cooler than the bulb DLP I have. I am not sure if it has any fans or not, if it does I have not heard them yet (the other set's fan runs for a minute after you turn it off and you can hear it turn off).
It will vary a bit based on settings you choose, I have my LED brightness turned down to minimum, the set is just too bright for me, especially when on the internet and the white back grounds. There's a few settings you can adjust that will affect the sets power consumption/heat/etc. I've heard people say its possible to adjust the settings on the tv so that it is under 100 watts for power consumption.


The LED DLP's have a fan, but they're not audible at all. The fan also shuts off as soon as the TV is powered off. My Samsung LED was too bright out of the box as well.

[moreira85]

so i was going to buy it today on the CC website and pick it up in the store next sunday. they had it for sale for $2250 and then 10% off for store pick up.
Well i was going to process the order today but when i went on the website it was back up to $2499! DOH!!
So now I will have to wait or call them up and see if they will still honor that.

[jostenmeat]

That would be cool, indeed. Just a question - are you sure that the TV will turn on just by applying power to it? Also, do the LED DLP TVs require cooling fans to run for any amount of time after shutdown? I'm just curious.

Great point. I suppose he could use a UPS, but those cost more than the universal remotes anyways. Then again UPS is a good idea for TV safety/longevity. I have one for my PJ.

[armaraas]

so i was going to buy it today on the CC website and pick it up in the store next sunday. they had it for sale for $2250 and then 10% off for store pick up.
Well i was going to process the order today but when i went on the website it was back up to $2499! DOH!!
So now I will have to wait or call them up and see if they will still honor that.

I see it for $2199 now- http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Samsung-67-Series-7-DLP-HDTV-HL67A750/sem/rpsm/oid/212343/catOid/-12870/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

Check on Thursday, that's when they do an extra 10% or $100 off for the last 3 days of the week (Thur-Sat).
Also, they do have 0% financing for 3 years. I'm always a sucker for that, and that's what I did.

They also have I believe a 60 day price guarantee for HDTV's, so if it goes on sale cheaper after you buy it you get the difference back. So I bought when I could get the 3 year financing, then checked prices weekly. I've gotten almost $300 back so far in the last 40 days...if you buy now you'll be in pretty good shape, the 60 day price guarantee will cover you for a week after Thanksgiving, if you watch the prices diligently you'll probably get some money back if you buy now.

[moreira85]

I see it for $2199 now- http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Samsung-67-Series-7-DLP-HDTV-HL67A750/sem/rpsm/oid/212343/catOid/-12870/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

Check on Thursday, that's when they do an extra 10% or $100 off for the last 3 days of the week (Thur-Sat).
Also, they do have 0% financing for 3 years. I'm always a sucker for that, and that's what I did.

They also have I believe a 60 day price guarantee for HDTV's, so if it goes on sale cheaper after you buy it you get the difference back. So I bought when I could get the 3 year financing, then checked prices weekly. I've gotten almost $300 back so far in the last 40 days...if you buy now you'll be in pretty good shape, the 60 day price guarantee will cover you for a week after Thanksgiving, if you watch the prices diligently you'll probably get some money back if you buy now.

I wish i would have read this earlier as i saw it for $2200 on CC and didnt see the 10% off and would have had to also pay $200 for tax. I didnt know the last 3 days are when they add the 10% off. I DID JUST BUY IT FROM VANNs for a flat $1999 no shipping charges and no tax!!!
I am really nervous about ordering it from there because I am praying there will be no geometry issues with the TV when i get it and I dont know what their policy is on shipping me out another one.
Couldnt go wrong with that price! WISH ME LUCK

[moreira85]

So i talked w/ customer service from Vanns this morning and they seem excellent so far. i put in the order yesterday and the Sammy will be sent out today. I hope it doesnt get there before i move in to the house on Friday:eek:

[moreira85]

SO I HAVE BEEN OUT OF THE LOOP FOR AWHILE MOVING. I ordered my new 67A750 samsung from Vanns and they were great! I ordered on Sunday and they called me on Friday the day I was moving in saying it was ready to be delivered on tuesday because Monday was a holiday here. It was sitting at the warehouse in Rhode Island and they were opened till midnight. I grabbed my brother and hopped in the cargo van at 9pm and brought it back. On Saturday i took it out of the box and set it up. WOW!! this thing is a great set, big picture, no geometry issues or tilting. I had Dish network come in on Monday and set up satellite and must say the REd Sox in HD was insane. I could see every blade of grass with beutiful color and clarity. I did have one issue, the TV did not put on any audio. I checked the settings and speakers were set to on but no audio, HOWEVER I dont care because i will be using my reciever for audio. I am not going to send it back and risk getting a set w/ geometry issues. I love this set and looks great on my new stand the 72inch Plateau. PICS TO FOLLOW as soon as i get my computer up and running.