After reading through this thread, I checked my PS3's ability to produce below black information. Using the DVE DVD, it still does not pass below black tests. Are you guys sure a firmware update was supposed to correct this? Would tests with BD media provide different results? Thanks! Rob
I'm dreaming about the day Showtime releases Dexter on Blu-Ray. I also really, really want Band of Brothers and Angels in America, but those aren't really TV shows. Edit: Oh! ...and Rome!
Holy crap! That was too good to pass up! I've been holding off on getting the set, but I just took the plunge. Got it for $39 with Amazon Prime free 2-day shipping and some magic 10% discount I get and don't quite understand. Thanks for the heads-up on the great deal!!! Rob
Okay...I've finally decided to pick up these sets, but I have a rather odd question. I'm sure at least someone around here will understand the OCD direction I'm coming from. Here goes... I've only been able to find one copy of The Fellowship of the Ring set, and it has a slightly rounded spine...
I finished watching this movie about an hour ago. Fantastic film that looks stunning in HD on BD. However, I had a serious problem with the disc. When I entered the pop-up menu, I had issues. The top-most level was the only one I could control (Languages, Scene Selections, Extras). Once in a...
Don't know if this belongs in the Blu-Ray hardware forum or here, but here goes... Today I installed firmware version 1.32 from 1.11 on my PS3. The first film I watched was Enemy of the State, which I haven't seen on BD. I noticed a kind of vibration/pulsating effect on a lot of shots in the...
I got one...just finished hooking it up. In the process of trying to calibrate using the DVE DVD via HDMI. Problem...it won't pass BTB. Anyone else tried this?
Got mine tonight, but after reading many reports of lock-ups and sub-Samsung BD performance, I've decided to drink the night away, rather than play with the PS3. I'm waiting for more conclusive evidence.
Hi, guys! A couple of days ago, I purchased the 60" A2000. Was wondering what settings you guys use? I'm primarily trying to calibrate using the Toshiba HD-A1. Just wanted to compare with everyone. I thought everything looked good, and then I popped in Last Samurai. Doesn't look quite right...
I've been trying to figure this out for a few days now. I watched Phantom of the Opera recently, and the audio is recorded at such a low level, I had to turn up my receiver to levels I don't usually use. Connected via the 5.1ch out, I get a distracting hum from all five channels using any track...
Cees, I've read that the "enhanced black level" setting does indeed refer to IRE. However, I have no idea what setting (on/off) corresponds to what (7.5/0). I tried both settings, going directly to an HDMI input on a TV with a native resolution of 1080i. Have you used DVE on your player and...
I've adjusted the brightness and switched between on/off for the enhanced black feature of the A1. It will not pass BTB. I have a Sony 34XS955 34" widescreen direct-view TV. I've found a few mentions of BTB issues via HDMI (not display specific), but not nearly the number I would expect if this...
I purchased the A1 a couple of nights ago and have been fairly impressed. However, I just sat down to calibrate with the DVE SD-DVD, and the player won't pass below black. Anyone else noticed this with his/her player? Thanks. Rob Edit: Using HDMI directly to TV
I suppose there are advantages to living in bum-f*ck, Mississippi...sometimes. I got to my local EB at 10:15 (a.m.) Tuesday and was number three on the reserve list. I was joking with the sales clerk about how I couldn't believe there weren't more people there. He said something about people not...
Sooo...there are two Talking Heads box sets that have been released very recently. First came "Once in a Lifetime," a three CD, one DVD set that contains some rarities. Then came the White Brick DualDisc set, containing all the studio albums with some rarities and video content. I've always...
So...I've noticed that REM's CD + DVD-A editions have become scarce. Amazon seems down to their last stock on them, and my local Tower Records, Best Buy, and Borders no longer have them. Anyone know? Were these supposed to be limited editions?
Man...tell me about it. I'm itching to order that combo. Would be great for a bedroom system. Reason says, "NO!" but the little green monster on my shoulder is whispering, "yessssssssssss...."
Has anyone else noticed an audio dropout during R.E.M.'s "Losing My Religion," when playing the DVD-A on a Denon 3910? It comes at 5:57 (when looking at the elapsed time of the whole disc). I've already exchanged the disc once, but it happens on the new one as well. Any ideas? Thanks. Rob
Well, guys... My speaker began distorting, so I bit the bullet. I am now the proud owner of a pair of Onix Reference 2's and a Reference 100 center. I feel like a schoolboy in love for the first time. I'm melting in the audio goodness. ...And god...these speakers look sexy. I got them in the...