New Samsung 'R7' series

ryanplasma · 02-05-2006, 18:28

Hey i dont no weather to go for the 26 inch or the 32 is there a lot of diffrence and what would you say the best dvd is to play on this tv to see its real quailty, and i have £500 to spend on a surround system any suggestions? thanks loads

late8 · 02-05-2006, 18:37

guys, went to PC world yesterday to get a printer cartridge, saw the R7 32" on the wall there. - I'm a little disappointed, and cant make my mind up, the picture looked ok, but the Black finish is more shiny than i thought it was dare i say it... tacky + the black glass TV stands also looked tacky. Not sure now, do i compromise the Quality over the design ? + Piano Gloss does not look like that.

march.brown · 02-05-2006, 20:08

Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert.
The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ?
Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated.

sicknote10 · 02-05-2006, 20:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by march.brown

Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert.

Not sure what the X stands for, but the B stands for black, and the D stands for digital freeview

Stig · 02-05-2006, 20:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by march.brown

Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert.
The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ?
Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated.

All retailers will have the manufacturers 12-month guarantee. You could be unlucky and get one that is not co-operative if things went wrong, but most of the big reputable companies should be OK. Look on PriceRunner and get a combination of keen price and good feedback.

If you are worried, use the money you have saved to buy a top-up warranty.

The D stands for digital tuner. I've no idea what the X is so I don't think it's important.

So far, I haven't seen anyone reporting dead pixels. The manufacturing process is much better than it used to be for LCD panels, so their quality control can afford to be more fussy.

Good luck with the purchase, and don't hesitate to ask for more advice!

march.brown · 03-05-2006, 01:52

Many Thanks Sicknote and Stig for your very prompt replies . I have looked on Pricerunner and the prices are as low as £797 for the 32" BDX . My existing 8 year old 32" CRT, JVC TV has been offered and gratefully accepted by No. 2 daughter and her partner for when I eventually take delivery of the new set . It is in great working condition and has been completely reliable with no problems at all . I have looked at the cost of insuring the new set and it is £169 for an extra 2 years guarantee . Bearing in mind that my existing set is 8 years old and has been trouble free , in your opinion is it worth the extra £169 for two years extra guarantee ? I can get a lot of other bits for that money and am wondering whether the extra guarantee is really needed . I would think that if a fault is going to develop , it should occur in the first 12 months . By the way , my CRT TV is a 32" and only measures slightly over 30" diagonally . I understand that a 32" LCD TV actually measures 32" diagonally . Thanks again for all your help .

Stig · 03-05-2006, 07:16

Yes, 32" means 32" when it refers to LCD.

I am unsure about the warranty. I didn't get one for my new Samsung, but the previous model was accompanied by stories of them blowing up! I agree this is most likely to happen within the first 12 months. I was expecting to get offers of insurance through the post after registering the product with Samsung, but so far nothing. It is an expensive item to replace, but I think I won't bother with a warranty.

This is probably a good topic for another thread if someone wants to start one!

thms · 03-05-2006, 07:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by march.brown

Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert.
The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ?
Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated.

when you sign for the item add the word 'unchecked'
it gives you more rights if problems arise apparently
New Samsung Bordeaux 11 Range With Integrated
Freeview,HDMI,Card Slot £792.00 + free delivery
http://ws1.kelkoo.prcdirect.co.uk/sh...pid=LE32R74BDX

stealth401 · 03-05-2006, 12:49

Card slot ...? i'm assuming for multimedia cards? weird how its not listed on another site as having a card slot ...

Adder · 03-05-2006, 12:52

The card slot will be for a Conditional Access Module for TopUpTV.

gstar66 · 03-05-2006, 15:09

Hi guys

First time to post on the board, I thought I'd share my experiences. I have just bought a Samsung R7 40" black case with freeview. I bought from Currys as I wanted somewhere I could take it back to if things went pear shaped. Any way got the set home, set it up and there was a small red splodge in the top centre of the screen about 4" from the top. On examination with a magnifying glass (yes sad I know but I am a bit pedantic) the cause was 2 dead green sub pixels. On white backgrounds this made the adjacent red sub pixels stand out, hence the red coloured splodge. I phoned Samsung to see what they would say. I told them that there were 2 dead green sub pixels next to each other and they said (unsurprisingly) that this did not constitute a manufacturing failure and so there was nothing they could do. I told them that it was noticeable from 10 feet away (just) on a light background. Still nothing they could do (ISO standard, complicated manufacturing technique etc.)

Armed with this information I went back to Currys and did not mention anything about dead pixels Just said that there is a red splodge on the screen, visible from 10 feet. They offered to exchange it right away no arguments! So now I have a perfect panel with zero dead pixels.

The initial picture on freeview was ok but not perfect, it was a little hard and unforgiving as one would expect from an LCD, however I a little time spent adjusting the settings and now I have to say I am more than happy with the picture on SD freeview broadcasts. I have downloaded a 720p HD trailer and watched via my media centre and all I can say is WOW, it is truly fantastic. Roll on HD broadcast.

Gary

fundraised · 04-05-2006, 01:11

Like lots of you in here am very keen to buy a LE40R74BD and now thanks to my £1100 bonus (thanks boss) I'm in a possition to order one.

It's interesting to read that some people find the Freeview picture to be great right out of the box, while others say it's better after some adjustment.

So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings?

Also, has anyone found an online price better than 247 Electrical's price of £1241.40 delivered? Rather better than Dixons Online £1329.00 using discount code 951546WP which knocks of a wopping £270.99. Come on guys. How low can the price go?

Phaetonlwb · 04-05-2006, 11:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryanplasma

i have £500 to spend on a surround system any suggestions? thanks loads

I'd go for the Samsung HT-XQ100 system - it looks cool and matches the TV perfectly (same black glossy finish on speakers, DVD player and sub). It also has USB so you can stick in your USB drive and watch photo's, play music etc. You can also buy a wireless module for an extra £60.00 or so making the rear speakers wireless. I've ordered the 2.1 system (for reasons I can't be bothered to explain). This is well within your budget at around £350 and looks and sounds better than systems costing over £500. Buy it mail order, and if you don't like it you have 7 days to send it back - nothing to lose!

dpmarshall · 04-05-2006, 11:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by fundraised

So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings?

That's an excellent question - I'm still playing with the settings and haven't yet decided which I like best.

I went through the THX picture set-up from a Star Wars DVD, and the results were "interesting".

One thing I've only just started to notice is how good its deinterlacer is. I'd kind-of assumed that it would be basic, perhaps just dropping one of the fields, but it seems not.

Dave

Stig · 04-05-2006, 11:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by fundraised

So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings?

Movie for general viewing
Dynamic when using my Media Center PC

stealth401 · 04-05-2006, 14:44

Another valid question i hope is what wall mounts are you guys using? also what height is the tv etc etc ?

Thanks in advance

P.S It's a shame we cannot get a 'group buy' on the tvs from 247 and get some more ££ off hehe

Stig · 04-05-2006, 15:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by stealth401

Another valid question i hope is what wall mounts are you guys using? also what height is the tv etc etc ?

The VESA mount is 100x200mm for the 26". I got my mount from Godfreys.

Dimensions hxdxw:
26"
675.0 x 75.0 x 475.5 mm
675.0 x 215.5 x 530.0 mm with stand

32"
800.0 x 80.0 x 548.5 mm
800.0 x 252.0 x 603.0 mm with stand

40"
991.5 x 87.0 x 658.5 mm
991.5 x 326.0 x 713.0 mm with stand

All other info available from:
http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/pr...oad/index.aspx

feelsolucky · 06-05-2006, 08:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by march.brown

. I have looked on Pricerunner and the prices are as low as £797 for the 32" BDX.....I have looked at the cost of insuring the new set and it is £169 for an extra 2 years guarantee......Bearing in mind that my existing set is 8 years old and has been trouble free , in your opinion is it worth the extra £169 for two years extra guarantee ?

If you really want a 3 years + guarantee then I would suggest you go to John lewis as they offer 5 years standard on all TVs and and ask them to price match. Their online price is £1049 so you'd have to find a retailer (with actual shops) to match against. John lewis link

Empire Direct have the same model for £847 and they have retail stores. Empire Direct Link

Based on the figures you stated before you were prepared to pay £797 + £169 = £966.

I don't know whether there are clauses or conditions to JL's price match, maybe someone on hre can fill you in a bit more.

Hope this helps

thms · 06-05-2006, 15:09

the price of large screen lcd tv
might well be £169.00 in 3 yrs

bailey1987 · 06-05-2006, 21:07

Right great thread guys but i have a question.

I'm going to get the Samsung 32" LE32R74BDX which i want to be wall mounted which is the exact wall mount i will need for this model.

Also in one of the screen shots on this thread somebody had a stand that matched the TV does anybody have a link to were i can buy that stand?

sicknote10 · 07-05-2006, 01:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by bailey1987

Also in one of the screen shots on this thread somebody had a stand that matched the TV does anybody have a link to were i can buy that stand?

not sure if you mean mine or not:
http://www.sicknote.org.uk/upload/fi...ediacenter.jpg
but if you do, its a serano sb800 from dixons
http://www.dixons.co.uk/martprd/prod...o/SB800/923698

Stig · 07-05-2006, 06:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by bailey1987

I'm going to get the Samsung 32" LE32R74BDX which i want to be wall mounted which is the exact wall mount i will need for this model.

If you look three posts above you will see the answer!

It is a VESA E 100 x 200mm mount. You will need to find one that supports 14kg.

bailey1987 · 07-05-2006, 15:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by sicknote10

not sure if you mean mine or not:
http://www.sicknote.org.uk/upload/fi...ediacenter.jpg
but if you do, its a serano sb800 from dixons
http://www.dixons.co.uk/martprd/prod...o/SB800/923698

Yes thats the one thanks alot. I may have to get that

fundraised · 07-05-2006, 18:25

Thought you guys might be interested in the costs of buying a LE40R74BDX with a 5 year extended warrantee. It just goes to show, cheapest isn't necessarley the least expensive. Here are some example priced with 5 year warrentee from either Domestic & General or the suppliers own if offered.
Guess who I ordered mine from?

Supplier Price 5 year warrantee Total purchase price

Club Stores £ 1,304.03 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,603.03
247 Electrical £ 1,241.40 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,540.40
BE Direct £ 1,379.99 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,678.99
Crampton & Moore £ 1,299.88 CM £ 149.99 £ 1,449.87
Dixons online £ 1,599.99 Dix £ 399.00 £ 1,998.99
Dixons with
discount code £ 1,329.00 Dix £ 399.00 £ 1,728.00
The Flat TV Co £ 1,289.00 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,588.00
RGB Direct £ 1,389.00 RGB £ 349.00 £ 1,738.00
HB Litherland
(trade supplier) £ 1,291.33 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,590.33

thms · 07-05-2006, 21:15

i've never bought anything with an extended warranty

03-05-2006, 15:09	#111
gstar66 Forum Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1	Samsung R7 Hi guys First time to post on the board, I thought I'd share my experiences. I have just bought a Samsung R7 40" black case with freeview. I bought from Currys as I wanted somewhere I could take it back to if things went pear shaped. Any way got the set home, set it up and there was a small red splodge in the top centre of the screen about 4" from the top. On examination with a magnifying glass (yes sad I know but I am a bit pedantic) the cause was 2 dead green sub pixels. On white backgrounds this made the adjacent red sub pixels stand out, hence the red coloured splodge. I phoned Samsung to see what they would say. I told them that there were 2 dead green sub pixels next to each other and they said (unsurprisingly) that this did not constitute a manufacturing failure and so there was nothing they could do. I told them that it was noticeable from 10 feet away (just) on a light background. Still nothing they could do (ISO standard, complicated manufacturing technique etc.) Armed with this information I went back to Currys and did not mention anything about dead pixels Just said that there is a red splodge on the screen, visible from 10 feet. They offered to exchange it right away no arguments! So now I have a perfect panel with zero dead pixels. The initial picture on freeview was ok but not perfect, it was a little hard and unforgiving as one would expect from an LCD, however I a little time spent adjusting the settings and now I have to say I am more than happy with the picture on SD freeview broadcasts. I have downloaded a 720p HD trailer and watched via my media centre and all I can say is WOW, it is truly fantastic. Roll on HD broadcast. Gary

02-05-2006, 18:28	#101
ryanplasma Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3	Hey i dont no weather to go for the 26 inch or the 32 is there a lot of diffrence and what would you say the best dvd is to play on this tv to see its real quailty, and i have £500 to spend on a surround system any suggestions? thanks loads

02-05-2006, 18:37	#102
late8 Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 7,052	guys, went to PC world yesterday to get a printer cartridge, saw the R7 32" on the wall there. - I'm a little disappointed, and cant make my mind up, the picture looked ok, but the Black finish is more shiny than i thought it was dare i say it... tacky + the black glass TV stands also looked tacky. Not sure now, do i compromise the Quality over the design ? + Piano Gloss does not look like that.

02-05-2006, 20:08	#103
march.brown Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: South Wales. Posts: 615	Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert. The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ? Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated.

02-05-2006, 20:47	#104
sicknote10 Forum Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Stoke D'Abernon, Surrey Posts: 4,474	Quote: Originally Posted by march.brown Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert. Not sure what the X stands for, but the B stands for black, and the D stands for digital freeview

02-05-2006, 20:49	#105
Stig Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Sandy Heath, Beds. UK Posts: 10,385	Quote: Originally Posted by march.brown Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert. The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ? Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated. All retailers will have the manufacturers 12-month guarantee. You could be unlucky and get one that is not co-operative if things went wrong, but most of the big reputable companies should be OK. Look on PriceRunner and get a combination of keen price and good feedback. If you are worried, use the money you have saved to buy a top-up warranty. The D stands for digital tuner. I've no idea what the X is so I don't think it's important. So far, I haven't seen anyone reporting dead pixels. The manufacturing process is much better than it used to be for LCD panels, so their quality control can afford to be more fussy. Good luck with the purchase, and don't hesitate to ask for more advice!

03-05-2006, 01:52	#106
march.brown Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: South Wales. Posts: 615	Many Thanks Sicknote and Stig for your very prompt replies . I have looked on Pricerunner and the prices are as low as £797 for the 32" BDX . My existing 8 year old 32" CRT, JVC TV has been offered and gratefully accepted by No. 2 daughter and her partner for when I eventually take delivery of the new set . It is in great working condition and has been completely reliable with no problems at all . I have looked at the cost of insuring the new set and it is £169 for an extra 2 years guarantee . Bearing in mind that my existing set is 8 years old and has been trouble free , in your opinion is it worth the extra £169 for two years extra guarantee ? I can get a lot of other bits for that money and am wondering whether the extra guarantee is really needed . I would think that if a fault is going to develop , it should occur in the first 12 months . By the way , my CRT TV is a 32" and only measures slightly over 30" diagonally . I understand that a 32" LCD TV actually measures 32" diagonally . Thanks again for all your help .

03-05-2006, 07:16	#107
Stig Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Sandy Heath, Beds. UK Posts: 10,385	Yes, 32" means 32" when it refers to LCD. I am unsure about the warranty. I didn't get one for my new Samsung, but the previous model was accompanied by stories of them blowing up! I agree this is most likely to happen within the first 12 months. I was expecting to get offers of insurance through the post after registering the product with Samsung, but so far nothing. It is an expensive item to replace, but I think I won't bother with a warranty. This is probably a good topic for another thread if someone wants to start one!

03-05-2006, 07:20	#108
thms Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 56,818	Quote: Originally Posted by march.brown Good Evening Everyone. This is my first time on a Forum. I have read this Forum / thread with great interest as I am going to buy a Samsung LE32R74BDX in the next week or so. Naturally I don't want to pay £1049.99 at Currys but I am worried about the guarantee from internet sites that are selling these round about the £800 price. Are they all Return to Base guarantees or do some have a home visit guarantee ? Does the 'X' at the end of the model number mean that it has a Digital (Freeview) tuner rather than analogue ? The R73BD does not have the 'X' after it in the Currys advert. The thought of missing (or otherwise defective) pixels worries me, as having to return the set (by Courier) would not be cheap. As an OAP, I have other things planned for my money. How do you check for pixel problems and have any of the forum members had any this kind of trouble with the 7 series ? Many Thanks and sorry to appear a bit ignorant about these things, but any help would be appreciated. when you sign for the item add the word 'unchecked' it gives you more rights if problems arise apparently New Samsung Bordeaux 11 Range With Integrated Freeview,HDMI,Card Slot £792.00 + free delivery http://ws1.kelkoo.prcdirect.co.uk/sh...pid=LE32R74BDX

03-05-2006, 12:49	#109
stealth401 Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 31	Card slot ...? i'm assuming for multimedia cards? weird how its not listed on another site as having a card slot ...

03-05-2006, 12:52	#110
Adder Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: SE London Posts: 1,512	The card slot will be for a Conditional Access Module for TopUpTV.

04-05-2006, 01:11	#112
fundraised Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 3	Like lots of you in here am very keen to buy a LE40R74BD and now thanks to my £1100 bonus (thanks boss) I'm in a possition to order one. It's interesting to read that some people find the Freeview picture to be great right out of the box, while others say it's better after some adjustment. So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings? Also, has anyone found an online price better than 247 Electrical's price of £1241.40 delivered? Rather better than Dixons Online £1329.00 using discount code 951546WP which knocks of a wopping £270.99. Come on guys. How low can the price go?

04-05-2006, 11:17	#113
Phaetonlwb Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 16	Quote: Originally Posted by ryanplasma i have £500 to spend on a surround system any suggestions? thanks loads I'd go for the Samsung HT-XQ100 system - it looks cool and matches the TV perfectly (same black glossy finish on speakers, DVD player and sub). It also has USB so you can stick in your USB drive and watch photo's, play music etc. You can also buy a wireless module for an extra £60.00 or so making the rear speakers wireless. I've ordered the 2.1 system (for reasons I can't be bothered to explain). This is well within your budget at around £350 and looks and sounds better than systems costing over £500. Buy it mail order, and if you don't like it you have 7 days to send it back - nothing to lose!

04-05-2006, 11:29	#114
dpmarshall Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 546	Quote: Originally Posted by fundraised So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings? That's an excellent question - I'm still playing with the settings and haven't yet decided which I like best. I went through the THX picture set-up from a Star Wars DVD, and the results were "interesting". One thing I've only just started to notice is how good its deinterlacer is. I'd kind-of assumed that it would be basic, perhaps just dropping one of the fields, but it seems not. Dave

04-05-2006, 11:58	#115
Stig Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Sandy Heath, Beds. UK Posts: 10,385	Quote: Originally Posted by fundraised So just for the record, what are every ones prefered picture settings? Movie for general viewing Dynamic when using my Media Center PC

04-05-2006, 14:44	#116
stealth401 Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 31	Another valid question i hope is what wall mounts are you guys using? also what height is the tv etc etc ? Thanks in advance P.S It's a shame we cannot get a 'group buy' on the tvs from 247 and get some more ££ off hehe

04-05-2006, 15:02	#117
Stig Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Sandy Heath, Beds. UK Posts: 10,385	Quote: Originally Posted by stealth401 Another valid question i hope is what wall mounts are you guys using? also what height is the tv etc etc ? The VESA mount is 100x200mm for the 26". I got my mount from Godfreys. Dimensions hxdxw: 26" 675.0 x 75.0 x 475.5 mm 675.0 x 215.5 x 530.0 mm with stand 32" 800.0 x 80.0 x 548.5 mm 800.0 x 252.0 x 603.0 mm with stand 40" 991.5 x 87.0 x 658.5 mm 991.5 x 326.0 x 713.0 mm with stand All other info available from: http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/pr...oad/index.aspx

06-05-2006, 08:58	#118
feelsolucky Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 9,976	Quote: Originally Posted by march.brown . I have looked on Pricerunner and the prices are as low as £797 for the 32" BDX.....I have looked at the cost of insuring the new set and it is £169 for an extra 2 years guarantee......Bearing in mind that my existing set is 8 years old and has been trouble free , in your opinion is it worth the extra £169 for two years extra guarantee ? If you really want a 3 years + guarantee then I would suggest you go to John lewis as they offer 5 years standard on all TVs and and ask them to price match. Their online price is £1049 so you'd have to find a retailer (with actual shops) to match against. John lewis link Empire Direct have the same model for £847 and they have retail stores. Empire Direct Link Based on the figures you stated before you were prepared to pay £797 + £169 = £966. I don't know whether there are clauses or conditions to JL's price match, maybe someone on hre can fill you in a bit more. Hope this helps

06-05-2006, 15:09	#119
thms Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 56,818	the price of large screen lcd tv might well be £169.00 in 3 yrs

06-05-2006, 21:07	#120
bailey1987 Forum Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Barnsley Posts: 1,987	Right great thread guys but i have a question. I'm going to get the Samsung 32" LE32R74BDX which i want to be wall mounted which is the exact wall mount i will need for this model. Also in one of the screen shots on this thread somebody had a stand that matched the TV does anybody have a link to were i can buy that stand?

07-05-2006, 01:58	#121
sicknote10 Forum Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Stoke D'Abernon, Surrey Posts: 4,474	Quote: Originally Posted by bailey1987 Also in one of the screen shots on this thread somebody had a stand that matched the TV does anybody have a link to were i can buy that stand? not sure if you mean mine or not: http://www.sicknote.org.uk/upload/fi...ediacenter.jpg but if you do, its a serano sb800 from dixons http://www.dixons.co.uk/martprd/prod...o/SB800/923698

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New Samsung 'R7' series

07-05-2006, 06:45	#122
Stig Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Sandy Heath, Beds. UK Posts: 10,385	Quote: Originally Posted by bailey1987 I'm going to get the Samsung 32" LE32R74BDX which i want to be wall mounted which is the exact wall mount i will need for this model. If you look three posts above you will see the answer! It is a VESA E 100 x 200mm mount. You will need to find one that supports 14kg.

07-05-2006, 15:38	#123
bailey1987 Forum Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Barnsley Posts: 1,987	Quote: Originally Posted by sicknote10 not sure if you mean mine or not: http://www.sicknote.org.uk/upload/fi...ediacenter.jpg but if you do, its a serano sb800 from dixons http://www.dixons.co.uk/martprd/prod...o/SB800/923698 Yes thats the one thanks alot. I may have to get that

07-05-2006, 18:25	#124
fundraised Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 3	Thought you guys might be interested in the costs of buying a LE40R74BDX with a 5 year extended warrantee. It just goes to show, cheapest isn't necessarley the least expensive. Here are some example priced with 5 year warrentee from either Domestic & General or the suppliers own if offered. Guess who I ordered mine from? Supplier Price 5 year warrantee Total purchase price Club Stores £ 1,304.03 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,603.03 247 Electrical £ 1,241.40 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,540.40 BE Direct £ 1,379.99 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,678.99 Crampton & Moore £ 1,299.88 CM £ 149.99 £ 1,449.87 Dixons online £ 1,599.99 Dix £ 399.00 £ 1,998.99 Dixons with discount code £ 1,329.00 Dix £ 399.00 £ 1,728.00 The Flat TV Co £ 1,289.00 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,588.00 RGB Direct £ 1,389.00 RGB £ 349.00 £ 1,738.00 HB Litherland (trade supplier) £ 1,291.33 DG £ 299.00 £ 1,590.33

07-05-2006, 21:15	#125
thms Forum Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 56,818	i've never bought anything with an extended warranty