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4K home theatre system

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OK, so there's a lot of information out there about 4K TVs, home cinemas, amps, speakers etc. I think I've got a basic overall understanding of what I need/want, but I'm still a novice at this, so would like to see what you guys have to say :)


The plan is to connect a 4K TV, AV receiver/AMP, 7.1 speakers and PC. I may connect some other stuff later.  Do any of you guys have or are planning to setup something like this?

If so what sort of configuration do you have?

What has your experience been like?

Any unforeseen problems?


I think my PC is powerful enough to deliver the 4K content I want, and with the GPU die shrink next year I think there'll be single cards powerful enough to push 4K well. So I'll probably upgrade when they come out.


In terms of other media: streaming 4K via internet and 4K TV broadcasts; I've heard mixed information about this. Seems like reliable 4K content from those sources is a while off, it's almost like the 4K displays are ahead of the content available. Same goes for 4K blue ray players which aren't out yet as far as I can tell.

I think most of my 4K content will be delivered from my PC via games.


Anyway, the TVs I'm looking at include the SAMSUNG SUHD UE65JS9000 and the LG 65EF950V. I think both are really good, but I'm not sure if the OLED is worth the extra and significant premium!


It'd be great if those TVs had a 120/144hz refresh rate, Displayport 1.3 and Adaptive sync, but that sort of technology seems to be restricted to PC monitors at the moment unfortunately.


Also, the 4K TVs are really only 3840x2160 pixels. I thought:

UHD = 3840x2160 pixels

4K = 4096x2160 pixels


Why aren't the 4K TVs 4096x2160 pixels?


 

Do you guys have any recommendations for AV receiver/AMPs? I've used a Denon amp with Bose speakers before and the setup was quite good. I'd really like a wireless setup this time though; if at all possible I want to avoid wires all over the place as much as possible. Do you think it's possible to get a quality wireless amp and surround sound configuration?


I've saved up for a nice system, so my budget is quite flexible, hoping to get a good festive package deal :)

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Reply #26 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting ChungasRevenge, reply 25

Nice set up. Your screen is quite high up on the fall, i think I would neck problems looking up like that ;) . 

 

Plamsa still blows the average led/lcd out the water - I will stick with my 60" panasonic plasma until it dies

Actually it is not that high, perhaps the photo makes it look that way but when I sit in my chair that you cannot see in the photo the TV is at eye level. The TV is also mounted to a bracket that tilts down which I do have tilted some. Also as you can see I could not lower it even if i wanted to unless I moved my audio stand.

Reply #27 from WinCustomize Forums Top

After reading through all the posts, I will give credit where credit is due.  Not the first place I would look for audio/video advice, but you got some great advice.  Like you I saved and have a HTPC and 7.1 set up.  As with anything, it is personal preference.  As far as the LG OLED, it is the next best thing to a plasma tv.  I would love to have one, but the cost is still way to much.  In a year the price has already dropped $2000, so I can only imagine what it will be come next year.

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Reply #28 from JoeUser Forums Top

Quoting JuniorCrooks, reply 26

Actually it is not that high, perhaps the photo makes it look that way but when I sit in my chair that you cannot see the TV is at eye level. The TV is also mounted to a bracket that tilts down which I do have tilted some. Also as you can see I could not lower it even if i wanted to unless I moved my audio stand.

Ergonomics for TV viewing is the same as Computer Monitor setup.  Your eye-line 'should' be slightly above the centreline of the screen.

The only time that doesn't apply is if you're non-human...;)

Reply #29 from WinCustomize Forums Top

One thing to be careful of if you buy a Plasma is burnin. They say that new Plasmas are less likely to get burnin but they still can get it. Make sure to go to your options if it is a LG and and under the ISM Method choose Orbitor. This slightly moves pixels around to help prevent burnin, Also do not watch standard definition channels for prolonged periods of time. If the image does not fill the screen (6.9) you will get a burnin in the center of your screen where the 4.3 ratio picture was. I know because it happened to my tv. If you get image retention it can be reversed but burnin cannot be reversed on a Plasma TV.

By the way you can get Plasma TV's cheap now. I bought my 60" LG at Walmart last year for under $700 Canadian. The price is why I bought it. It was not a display model (still in the box) but it might have been old stock so that is why the price. There are good deals out there to be had from time to time.

Reply #30 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting Jafo, reply 28


Quoting JuniorCrooks,
reply 26

Actually it is not that high, perhaps the photo makes it look that way but when I sit in my chair that you cannot see the TV is at eye level. The TV is also mounted to a bracket that tilts down which I do have tilted some. Also as you can see I could not lower it even if i wanted to unless I moved my audio stand.



Ergonomics for TV viewing is the same as Computer Monitor setup.  Your eye-line 'should' be slightly above the centreline of the screen.

The only time that doesn't apply is if you're non-human...;)

So I have it right then. I should have placed a comma after see.

Reply #31 from WinCustomize Forums Top

There are damn few making Plasmas anymore.  Panasonic quit.  Love mine. |-)

Reply #32 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Quoting WOM, reply 31

There are damn few making Plasmas anymore.  Panasonic quit.  Love mine. |-)

That could be the reason why some are dirt cheap. Like I said I paid under $700 Canadian which is like $500 US dollars for my LG 60". I was not planning on buying an LG. I wanted either a Samsung or Panasonic because it is well known that they make the best TV's.