Im lost without the PW thread!!!!

[dingleberry]

My dad is getting ready to pull the trigger on one of those Samsung LED TV's because of the aesthetics (so thin). I agree with him considering where he is putting it. I've read a number of reviews slamming them for the four corners pulsing light...has to do with the backlighting. Any of you guys have an LED or know anything about this?

I have heard that "full array" LED's (also called "local dimming") are better for that than the edge-lit. They use LED's for the backlighting across the full screen, not just the edges. However, they are a little thicker.

[Guapo]

I have heard that "full array" LED's (also called "local dimming") are better for that than the edge-lit. They use LED's for the backlighting across the full screen, not just the edges. However, they are a little thicker.

Is that what sony uses? I saw they have an LED but it was thicker than the Samsungs.

[dingleberry]

How LED Technology is Used In LCD TVs

The are currently two main ways that LED backlighting is applied in LCD flat panel televisions.

One type of LED backlighting is referred to as Edge Lighting. In this method, a series LED backlights are placed along the outside edges of the screen. The light is then dispersed across the screen. The advantage of this method is that the LED/LCD TV can be made very thin. On the other hand, the disadvantage of Edge lighting is that black levels are not as deep and the edge area of the screen has a tendency to be brighter than the center area of the screen.

The other type of LED backlighting is referred to as Full-Array. In this method, several rows of LEDs are placed behind the entire surface of the screen. The advantage is that these sets can employ "local dimming". Local dimming means that each LED or a specific group of LEDs can be turned on and off independently within certain areas of the screen, thus providing more control of the brightness and darkness for each those areas, depending on the source material being displayed. On the other hand, LCD TVs that employ full array backlighting are thicker than LCD TVs that employ an Edge-lit LED light source.

If you are considering the purchase of an LED/LCD Television, find out which brands and models are currently using the Edge or Full Array method and take of a look at each type when you go shopping to see which type of LED backlighting looks best to you.

^^^ info from: http://hometheater.about.com/od/tele...lcdtvfacts.htm

[zad0030]

Thanks for the info...I want my vinyl to last. These last few weeks of posts have scared the sh!t out of me. I don't want to have to deal with those issues...

Yeah its a tricky topic. You always read about people who use all kinds of chemicals on their upholstery because it cleans well. But its drying out their stitches.

A lot of people swear by those Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. Im not sure how safe those are. I know firsthand that they are VERY abrasive. I dont think I would ever use one on my upholstery. Dish soap water and elbow grease is fine.

[MTtigekid]

house is awesome

[dingleberry]

I don't know which brands may use which style. I'm sure some brands produce both.

[Guapo]

How LED Technology is Used In LCD TVs

The are currently two main ways that LED backlighting is applied in LCD flat panel televisions.

One type of LED backlighting is referred to as Edge Lighting. In this method, a series LED backlights are placed along the outside edges of the screen. The light is then dispersed across the screen. The advantage of this method is that the LED/LCD TV can be made very thin. On the other hand, the disadvantage of Edge lighting is that black levels are not as deep and the edge area of the screen has a tendency to be brighter than the center area of the screen.

The other type of LED backlighting is referred to as Full-Array. In this method, several rows of LEDs are placed behind the entire surface of the screen. The advantage is that these sets can employ "local dimming". Local dimming means that each LED or a specific group of LEDs can be turned on and off independently within certain areas of the screen, thus providing more control of the brightness and darkness for each those areas, depending on the source material being displayed. On the other hand, LCD TVs that employ full array backlighting are thicker than LCD TVs that employ an Edge-lit LED light source.

If you are considering the purchase of an LED/LCD Television, find out which brands and models are currently using the Edge or Full Array method and take of a look at each type when you go shopping to see which type of LED backlighting looks best to you.

^^^ info from: http://hometheater.about.com/od/tele...lcdtvfacts.htm

That's great info! My dad leans on me to help him make his gadget purchase as I typically stay up on all this stuff...but I haven't been in the market for a TV in a few years, so I'm doing the crash course on all things LED.

Do you have an LED TV?

[MTtigekid]

ahhh why do people insist on doubting me about head injuries!!! helmets people helmets!!!

[Guapo]

Dish soap water and elbow grease is fine.

That's what we used last year and after 50 hours it's holding up well. I think I will look into the 303...

[Guapo]

ahhh why do people insist on doubting me about head injuries!!! helmets people helmets!!!

I think I'll make my son wear one this year. He's trying to clear the wake and will start tricks soon. My whole family uses them while snow skiing/boarding...might as well on the water too.

[zad0030]

In all seriouesness.....

For lack of a better analogy, I would compare wakeboard helmet use to wearing a lifejacket in a swimming pool.

Im NOT saying you SHOULD NOT wear one. If thats what makes you feel safe, then thats what makes you feel safe.

I have taken plenty of spills trick skiing, slalom skiing and barefooting. But have never worn a helmet and still wont.

[zad0030]

303 ftw!

[Guapo]

In all seriouesness.....

For lack of a better analogy, I would compare wakeboard helmet use to wearing a lifejacket in a swimming pool.

Im NOT saying you SHOULD NOT wear one. If thats what makes you feel safe, then thats what makes you feel safe.

I have taken plenty of spills trick skiing, slalom skiing and barefooting. But have never worn a helmet and still wont.

I'm with you on the skiing. I grew up slalom skiing and would never considered a helmet. I wakeboarded for the first time last year and when you catch that front edge and your face is whipped into the water at mach 2, it hurts like a son of a b1tch!!! Though I'm not sure a helmet really helps in that type of a fall.

[dingleberry]

That's great info! My dad leans on me to help him make his gadget purchase as I typically stay up on all this stuff...but I haven't been in the market for a TV in a few years, so I'm doing the crash course on all things LED.

Do you have an LED TV?

Nope. Recently bought a plasma 54" and a standard LCD 30-some".

[Guapo]

That's great info! My dad leans on me to help him make his gadget purchase as I typically stay up on all this stuff...but I haven't been in the market for a TV in a few years, so I'm doing the crash course on all things LED.

Do you have an LED TV?

Nevermind...I saw that you cut and paste from that website...makes sense. I need to do more homework...