Digital channels tuning problem Just got this top of the line Sharp LCD 42 85U model but can't get the digital chanels from the cable to work on TV. Also, there seems to be black bands on regular channels. Any similar problems and/or solutions out there? Digital channels tuning problem Just got this top of the line Sharp LCD 42 85U model but can't get the digital chanels from the cable to work on TV. Also, there seems to be black bands on... » Read More Digital channels tuning problem Just got this top of the line Sharp LCD 42 85U model but can't get the digital chanels from the cable to work on TV. Also, there seems to be black bands on regular channels. Any similar problems and/or solutions out there? « Show Less
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Thanks for the kind response. Unfortunately, none of the efforts resulted in this TV to scan all digital and analog channels under the same "digital and analog channel search" function.Amazon.com support was excellent in sending a new replacement with just a simple phone call, as this unit apparently has a faulty tuner.
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I have or had at least 10 other LCD TV's, ranging from Sony, Toshiba, Phillips, Vizio to LG. Sharp is the first one that requires switching manually between the cable and air options, trying to watch analog and digital channels, respectively. None of the Sharp support personnel could understandwhy, especially when I even went and installed and amplified splitter. The two other LCD TV's in the house, as well as my LG LCD tv which was replaced by this top of the line Sharp unit, have no problems tuning all under the same cable search function. Amazon also decided to replace it almost immediately, that tells me I am probably not the first with this problem. I have or had at least 10 other LCD TV's, ranging from Sony, Toshiba, Phillips, Vizio to LG. Sharp is the first one that requires switching manually between the cable and air options, trying to watch analog and digital channels, respectively. None of the Sharp support personnel could understandwhy, especially when I even went and installed and amplified splitter. The two other LCD TV's in the house, as well as my LG LCD tv which was replaced by this top of the line Sharp unit, have no problems tuning all under the same cable search function. Amazon also decided to replace it almost... » Read More I have or had at least 10 other LCD TV's, ranging from Sony, Toshiba, Phillips, Vizio to LG. Sharp is the first one that requires switching manually between the cable and air options, trying to watch analog and digital channels, respectively. None of the Sharp support personnel could understandwhy, especially when I even went and installed and amplified splitter. The two other LCD TV's in the house, as well as my LG LCD tv which was replaced by this top of the line Sharp unit, have no problems tuning all under the same cable search function. Amazon also decided to replace it almost immediately, that tells me I am probably not the first with this problem. « Show Less
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How were you able to determine that it was a faulty tuner and not user error? I am going through the same situation, although it is over the air and not cable. I was told that I could plug in a standard antenna and receive digital as well as HD channels due to the HD tuner. Please educate me in this matter as I am not versed in this matter.
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During the Quick Setup it asks you if your using an antenna or cable input. Make a choice and complete the setup. It will then scan the cable for the channels. I am not aware of the any black bands other than those created to fill in the right and left of the picture. Use the "view mode" to increase the size of the picture (stretch). I hope this helped.
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I bought this TV for a second home. The Condo Unit comes with analog and digital cable. When I do the Channel Setup Scan ( both Analog and Digital), I only pick up the Analog. I was told that I need a convertor. I also bought a small Sony LCD, and when I did the Setup. it picked up both Analog and Digital and was able to view the HD Channels. Any suggestions??
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I had the same issue except with satellite tv. Seems to me it was a matter of having the unit tuned to either ch. 3 or 4. I think I called their not so helpful help desk.
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I'm having the same problem. Worked great for the first month or so, had about 15 channels (Pretty much the maximum amount of channels for my area). Then one day I turn on my television, and I only have about 4 channels. Pretty irritated about it myself! I've tried a variety of different positions for the antenna with no luck. Let me know if you find a solution!!
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are you sure that the cable box is HD? kinda sounds like it is SD? the other thing to remember is that not all stations are being broadcast in HD and even then some local channels might not be broadcasting certain shows in HD. for example, my local stations might broadcast a golf game that is in HD, but the local news is broadcast in SD. As for the tv itself, i'm not sure. I'm waiting to get my 4053 delivered and i'm having a hard time waiting! you might want to check your connections again though.
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I'm not sure since our model is different. Have you checked with Sharp or where you purchased your TV? Wish I could have helped.
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@Dj M: It sounds like you either have dead or "hot" pixels. This means the pixel will by change colors or remain "black" or "white". While the TV may function normally, the damaged pixel will not function correctly ever. I would contact Amazon.com and get an exchange or refund on the unit as it arrived damaged (you have 30 days to get a full refund).
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Same thing happened to me. Returned my cable, but haven't yet ordered a new one. Could not figure out if my tv was incompatible or my cable was defective.
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Based on my experience, this TV is unable to "interpret" a digital signal (analog only). You will need a QAM tuner if your cable company does not provide a set top box for digital channels.
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Tom, Like you, have a Samsung HD cable box from TW. Connected HDMI to my Pioneer Plasma. Problem I am having is when changing HD channels picture is scrambling for about 5-10 secs before coming in. Analog stations change without a problem, just in HD. I switched out the box twice, same problem. Had a techinician come over, he switched out the box again, same problem. Put the component connection and works fine. Tells me it's the monitor. Pioneer says that's ridiculous, it's the cable box. I have been reading numerous threads about this problem. It's the TW cable box, it does not have the proper software to support HDMI. You have to call TW up and complain and see if they will fix the problem. R
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I really love this little tv which I bought in November. Today all local stations in this city did a test for the digital broadcasting coming in February so that people could see if their tvs would receive the digital signals. I was so disappointed that this tv did not pick up the digital signals. That was why I bought it. It is advertised that it would and says it has a tuner that should receive the digtal signals. I tried many things to see if I could get it to work but it failed. It is a great little tv but you will need a converter box in February to see anything on it.
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is it possible that it IS hd but dimmed? when i got my satellite upgrade, i was horrified to see that the picture i was getting was about half the brightness of over the air broadcasts that looked absolutely beautiful. it took me a day or so to figure out that the tv comes from the factory defaulted to 'autoview' under 'picturemode' in the picture menu. put it on 'sports' or 'standard' to suit your taste. this tv is all about inputs, and i assume you have it set on 'antenna/cable'. if you do, i should think you'd be getting HD just fine. good luck. -dan
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I play DVD's all the time on my TV and have never had an issue with the stock settings. Are you using appropriate HDMI cables for the connection to the TV? Sounds like you have a cable issue, not a TV issue.
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I wish it would have picked up the digital signals today during the test this city had for people to check their tvs. It did not. I picked up the local stations but they were running an alert that "this tv is not ready for digital signals" to all tvs that were not digital. If I put the cable connection on it then it is just fine but my understanding was that this tv had a digital tuner and could pick up digital signals.
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My 46" LCD was not able to be fixed with a capacitor kit! I even had a samsung repairman come to my house and he also changed out the capacitors and it still did not fix the problem. Turns out that I ended up buying another main board and T-con board and switched them out. TV is working better and turns on but still having a few issues with picture quality! Have to tap on side of cabinet to get picture to come in clear.
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Hi, my friend bought her tv (save model KDL-46VL150) from a dealer around here and since january 15, 2010 has not been able to listen to it. It worked about 10 days, then a red flashing light came on et OFF went the TV. If I were you, I would return that model number. They all seem to have the same problem and unless you have bought from Costco the other dealers won't take it back (they sent you back directly to Sony who sent's you a repairman. And Sony is sure not in a hurry to fix it. She is still waiting for the repairman even after numerous phone calls and complaints. Check the web and see others that have the same problem. Good luck. Hi, my friend bought her tv (save model KDL-46VL150) from a dealer around here and since january 15, 2010 has not been able to listen to it. It worked about 10 days, then a red flashing light came on et OFF went the TV. If I were you, I would return that model number. They all seem to have the same problem and unless you have bought from Costco the other dealers won't take it back (they sent you back directly to Sony who sent's you a repairman. And Sony is sure not in a hurry to fix it. She is still waiting for the repairman even after numerous phone calls and complaints. Check the web and... » Read More Hi, my friend bought her tv (save model KDL-46VL150) from a dealer around here and since january 15, 2010 has not been able to listen to it. It worked about 10 days, then a red flashing light came on et OFF went the TV. If I were you, I would return that model number. They all seem to have the same problem and unless you have bought from Costco the other dealers won't take it back (they sent you back directly to Sony who sent's you a repairman. And Sony is sure not in a hurry to fix it. She is still waiting for the repairman even after numerous phone calls and complaints. Check the web and see others that have the same problem. Good luck. « Show Less
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Thanks. I read on-line that there is a capacitor problem with these sets and the company is aware of it. While they are tough to contact, there is money to help pay for the replacement of this $3 part. I will pursue and plan to buy another TV, this time a Sharp since I am disappointed with the customer service I received from Samsung.