Has any noticed an automatic brightness fluctuation on this model? The brightness changes by itlself when I am watching netflix or play video games.
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I can tell you that the Netflix app on the tv has its own picture settings seperate of other inputs on the tv. Found that out when I was attempting to calibrate by spreadsheet.
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There's a setting that changes the brightness according to ambient light levels. I suggest leaving it off all the time
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There is a feature in the image settings labeled C.A.T.S. that will perform automatic adjustment between contrast and brightness. Turn it off if you don't want to use it. However it's different for each input, and the apps count as an input for adjustment purposes.
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You can turn off the CATS feature using the instructions found in the below link. http://shop.panasonic.com/docs/how-to/2013/tv/2013_How_to_Turn_Off_C.A.T.S..html
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Yes, I have had it change when viewing Netflix, and the TV set on Standard. I changed it to Pro 1 (my own calibration), and it is much better however it still changes with Netflix (slightly darker). I've not noticed it with anything else. Not a problem for me, I'm guessing it is Netflix, not the P60VT60.
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We just got our UNC7000 shipped yesterday from Amazon and it truly is an amazing tv, I especially like the internet widgets. But you do notice the lights (slight dim light on black background) on the edges of the tv when you're watching movies with the black border edges. It is not a very bright and distracting light and does not take anything away from the picture quality.As a side note, we weren't looking to a buy a 3d TV but were blown away by the 3d picture.
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Hello, you can adjust the brightness of the screen for better viewing in bright situations. Thanks, and let us know if you have any other questions.
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Yes, I'm noticing that it happens after it comes back from hibernation for me. Screen opens bright for a second, then goes dim. I suspect something with the power-saving options compromising the screen performance. Still haven't figured it out :(
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I'm glad I found your post Alan... I almost sold this TV over the OPC issue. I found it terribly irritating, but turning it on and to 1 fixed it.
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I have the same problem! This has really been bothering me, especially when it goes in and out. I am going to try to change the backlight and also notice if it has something to so with it only happening with bright shots.) Since it is under service warranty, I definitely plan to call the service repair number. Did any of you call for service? I will check the model of my 40" sony.
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If you look at power save options you can adjust the brightness I believe. I had similar issues, but the brightness is usually enough in power save mode that I don't have an issue with it.
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The Samsung BR player has the same thing. Most likely an issue with Netflix and not the manufacturers of the BRPs.
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We bought ours during Thanksgiving from Best Buy and we do not have the fluctuating brightness problem. I don't remember the date, but I read in one of the reviews about when this problem was fixed. You will have to see the date on the box when you buy it because if the box has been sitting in the inventory for a year then you will have the one with the fluctuating brightness. There is also a fix for this fom Panasonic apparently. Hope this helps!
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Mine is perfectly round and crisp at all brightnesses. Perhaps you do have a dud.
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I've had this TV for ~9 months and have not noticed this ... There is a light sensor in the TV; perhaps sunshine or ambient light is causing this?
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If it's not affecting the picture I wouldn't worry about it. I haven't noticed it on mine. The only bright area is around the edges when I have the brightness up.
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I like mine so far. I only bought it for the price. I don't hear any buzz so far, but it's only been used about three or four times. I have a Samsung 46" lcd 1080p in my bedroom and I think the picture on this 50 inch holds up well against it. Someone in one of the reviews I read on this plasma tv says that there is a chip that prevents "burn in" on these newer plasmas. Well not on this one. The manual clearly states that burn in is an issue and to turn down brightness and contrast while playing video games or dvds. We'll see what happens I guess.
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SO I got one of these for my wife...its a simple device and works as expected..the issue is it it TOO BRIGHT at night. We have the dimmer set to mode 3 with -15 level and ON. and it is still WAYYYY too bright at night. Other than powering it off or covering the touchscreen with non-adhesive window tint any suggestions?
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I also bought a refurb and love it. I went into the settings and turned brightness way down but its still seems plenty bright. You can check in settings and see which programs are the biggest drain. Turning off Bluetooth will also help. I think companies always overestimate how much battery life they can achieve (they probably measure the life by how long you can listen to mp3's continuously). I don't think you should be concerned.
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I'm having the same problem...I think that the brightness change with power demands...I don't know.
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it might be simple as (settings), you can try going to your settings and turn off the auto brightness and adjust the brightness to a full.or it can be a defected parts. always by an OEM parts for replacements.I don't think there is anything wrong with you motherboard.