This and That (Where Great Conversations Are Happening)

[Heywoodmoutaw]

Seems like lots of new members today, I wonder which eye candy brought them in.  

[Veum]

🌚 🤠 🐴  goodnight to my fellow Psychos who need their rest now … ❣️😴🛌 

 

 

“weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning”❣️🙏

[LeadFarmer]

Goodnight folks have a good weekend 

 

 

 

[Heywoodmoutaw]

So Amazon in both the US and UK show the Seven 4K release happening 1/12.  While that would be awesome, I never believed it.  Digital Bits is now reported the first week of May, which sounds much more likely.

[hansreinhardt]

13 minutes ago, Heywoodmoutaw said:

So Amazon in both the US and UK show the Seven 4K release happening 1/12.  While that would be awesome, I never believed it.  Digital Bits is now reported the first week of May, which sounds much more likely.

Did you pre-order it? Trying to decide if I should go for it, or wait for a premium release. The disc is going to be rock solid I’m sure, Darius Khondji’s cinematography is so good. 

[hansreinhardt]

2 minutes ago, hansreinhardt said:

The disc is going to be rock solid I’m sure

[Heywoodmoutaw]

3 hours ago, hansreinhardt said:

Did you pre-order it? Trying to decide if I should go for it, or wait for a premium release. The disc is going to be rock solid I’m sure, Darius Khondji’s cinematography is so good. 

Well they have that “What’s in the box” edition that looks pretty great.  I ordered as soon as it was available on Amazon UK, worried it would sell out.  Then, because I had a bad experience with them overselling and not having my order recently, I ordered one from Grindhouse once they became available there.

 

Oddly, was selling for around $100 (converted) from Amazon UK, same at Grindhouse (now on hiatus but still shipping pre-orders), but Amazon US is selling it for $150.  Anyway, here it is, pretty cool:

 

 

I like this movie enough that I would probably get other premium sets that become available, but this one looks pretty sweet.

[Veum]

🥤🎬 🤠 🐴 🍪 🍩Top of the day to ya, going to be ☁️ 🌨️ 🥶  here my friends… good day there, Veum here❣️🙏  🙋🏻‍♂️

Our 1st significant snow, doesn't it look pretty❣️

 

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“weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning”❣️🙏

 

Edited January 6 by Veum

[LeadFarmer]

have a good and safe Saturday my friends. 

[Veum]

TV 📺  being delivered today for Veum from the FedEx truck between 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM…

 

ordered from Best Buy!!! 😊 

 

 

 

 

[Jaksu]

36 minutes ago, Veum said:

TV 📺  being delivered today for Veum from the FedEx truck between 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM…

 

ordered from Best Buy!!! 😊 

 

I hope you'll love your new TV. 🤩By the way, what size did you end up getting? 🧐📺

[Basil]

better stick up model number mike so can try find instructions to see ports on back on maybe you can do photo of back of telly so can see be easier, when turns up.

 

does look nice though 👍

 

 

 

[Veum]

10 minutes ago, Jaksu said:

I hope you'll love your new TV. 🤩By the way, what size did you end up getting? 🧐📺

 

9 minutes ago, Basil said:

better stick up model number mike so can try find instructions to see ports on back on maybe you can do photo of back of telly so can see be easier, when turns up.

 

does look nice though 👍

 

 

 

 

Thanks guys it is a…

 

Sony - 48" Class BRAVIA XR A90K OLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV

 

Spoiler

Product highlights:

Picture:

• 47.5" screen (measured diagonally)
• 4K screen resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels)
• High Dynamic Range (Dolby Vision®, HDR10, HLG) extends picture contrast and brightness when viewing HDR content
• self-illuminating OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) display panel produces infinite picture contrast and absolute black
  • OLED's pixel-level dimming enables each of the panel's pixels to brighten, dim, or power off completely, displaying exceptional picture detail, contrast, and depth
• Cognitive Processor XR uses powerful real-time processing based on a human perspective for a true-to-life picture
  • XR OLED Contrast Pro increases brightness and enhances color contrast in high-luminance scenes
  • XR 4K Upscaling intelligently re-creates lost textures and detail in lower-res content
• IMAX Enhanced certification for improved performance with IMAX Enhanced 4K/HDR content
• XR Triluminos Pro display technology for a wider, more natural color palette
• 120Hz refresh rate with XR OLED Motion for sharp, smooth motion even during fast action

Smart TV features:

• Google TV interface lets you browse live TV, movies, and TV shows from across many streaming services all in one place
• remote has built-in Google Assistant — control basic TV functions and compatible smart home gear, search TV's streaming services, set timers, and more
  • use wake word to access Google Assistant hands-free
• dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) provides fast, reliable wireless streaming
• Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode mimics the settings on Netflix's mastering monitors to ensure an accurate picture
• compatible with Apple® AirPlay® 2 for wireless streaming from compatible Apple devices
• includes access to exclusive content on BRAVIA CORE

Gaming features:

• 4K at 120Hz for smooth, stable graphics
• Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) reduces stutter and frame tearing for smoother gameplay
• Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) for reduced input lag
• Auto HDR Tone Mapping for PS5

Connections:

• 4 HDMI inputs (two 2.0b, two 2.1)
  • all inputs are HDCP 2.3 compatible for connecting to copy-protected 4K video sources
  • to view 4K and HDR content from connected sources, use a high-bandwidth HDMI cable 
  • HDMI 3 and HDMI 4 inputs support 4K/120Hz, VRR, and ALLM
  • supports enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC)
• 1 composite video (3.5mm A/V minijack — adapter cable required)
• RF input for antenna/cable signals
• Toslink optical digital audio output
• Ethernet port for the fastest, most secure internet connection
• 2 USB inputs for connecting a thumb drive or hard drive

Sound:

• Acoustic Surface Audio+ makes the entire screen a speaker
• Acoustic Center Sync synchronizes TV speakers with compatible Sony soundbars for fuller, more immersive sound
  • works with Sony HT-A7000, HT-A5000 and HT-A9 systems
• 3D Surround Upscaling uses XR signal processing to upscale even two-channel sources to simulated 5.1.2-channel sound

General features & info:

• compatible with optional BRAVIA CAM for video chat, gesture control, and Ambient Optimization Pro (sold separately)
• premium, compact backlit remote with metallic finish and finder function
• wall-mountable (bracket sold separately)
  • VESA mounting hole pattern: 300mm x 300mm
• two-way stand has low-profile setting and raised option to accommodate a sound bar
• dimensions:
  • with stand in standard position: 42-1/8"W x 24-7/8"H x 8-7/8"D
  • with stand in sound bar position: 42-1/8"W x 27-1/2"H x 8-7/8"D
  • without stand: 42-1/8"W x 24-5/8"H x 2-1/4"D
• weight: 29.1 lbs. without stand; 37.1 lbs. with stand
• warranty: 1 year parts & labor — in-home service
• 60-day returns
• MFR # XR48A90K
•  

 

Edited January 6 by Veum

[Basil]

right mike depends what you want to do

1.sound from telly to extra speakers/stereo

2.sound from blu ray to extra speakers/stereo

 

 

 

 

[Veum]

12 minutes ago, Basil said:

right mike depends what you want to do

1.sound from telly to extra speakers/stereo

2.sound from blu ray to extra speakers/stereo

 

 

 

 

 

Paul @Basil I have a ONKYO TX-8020 Stereo Receiver that has only the red and white cables which I had hooked up to my previous Sony TV which had a plug in for speakers from the Stereo System (the red and white cables at the end of them is one single cable which I had to add a male connector to plug-in to the side of the older Sony) and it seems this “New” Sony does not provide that specific plug-in on this TV 🤨 

 

Will I need one of these:

 

 

 

 

192KHz Digital to Analog Audio Converter with Bass and Volume Adjustment,Digital SPDIF/Optical/Toslink/Coaxial to Analog Stereo L/R RCA and 3.5mm Jack Converter for PS3 PS4 DVD AppleTV Home Cinema

 

Spoiler

 

 

 

HDMI ARC Adapter, Tendak ARC Audio Extractor with Digital Optical TOSLINK SPDIF/Coaxial and Analog 3.5mm L/R Stereo Audio Converter for HDTV Soundbar Speaker Amplifier

Edited January 6 by Veum

[Basil]

actually easy answer mike i would suggest bo below

get an optical lead to go from telly into optical(toslink) into first plug splitter box

get another optical lead from blu ray in optical (toslink) into second plug of splitter box

 

plug splitter box into the other box optically that will then take the sound down to 2 chs on red and white rca to the stereo

 

1.

splitter box lead into then next box

https://www.amazon.com/VCELINK-Splitter-Connectors-Receiver-Amplifier/dp/B0932VRZNS/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1WINKNQA56X00&keywords=twin+optical+splitter&qid=1704555406&sprefix=twin+optical+splitter%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-4

 

2. then this box plug in the optical splitter box into to it

you will power this box with provided usb lead and should be a usb on the telly to power it failing that you may need a usb plug power

the provided optical lead can got into first of the splitter sockets the second splitter socket you will need a second optical lead to the blu ray player 

to fetch back sound from the bluray to the stereo i will put a lead up down below for that

the red and white will plug to the stereo taking it down to 2ch as you want

https://www.amazon.com/PROZOR-Digital-Converter-Optical-Toslink/dp/B00KNNSKV0/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2UXXW0C0A9EY8&keywords=optical+to+rca&qid=1704555661&sprefix=optical+to+rca%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-3

 

additional optical lead below

https://www.amazon.com/Optical-Top-Notch-Installation-Braided-Digital/dp/B071VYKBPM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=37D5MM4JKLC69&keywords=optical%2Blead&qid=1704556400&sprefix=optical%2Blead%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-3&th=1

 

that should do it all

im presuming you have rca leads to go into stereo???

https://www.amazon.com/GearIT-Shielded-Braided-Amplifiers-Speakers/dp/B09TNPVX1Z/ref=sr_1_10?crid=30DBNH2ZPO096&keywords=rca%2Bleads&qid=1704556591&sprefix=rca%2Bleads%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-10&th=1

like below

 

and finally in the event you want seperate power supply for usb for box its below with few extra sockets surge protected

https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Protector-Extender-Charging-3-Sided/dp/B087RKKXM5/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1G8ZCFSMOF7OU&keywords=usb%2Bpower%2Bplug&qid=1704556709&sprefix=usb%2Bpower%2Bplug%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-3&th=1

 

think that covers all the bases sure @ukade2327 or @Hollywood E Rock

or others will confirm all that above 👍

 

basil 👍

[Basil]

wrong info on this post only

Edited January 6 by Basil

[Heywoodmoutaw]

This is exciting.  Big decision:  what’s the first movie you watch on the new television to see how great it looks?

[Veum]

24 minutes ago, Heywoodmoutaw said:

This is exciting.  Big decision:  what’s the first movie you watch on the new television to see how great it looks?

 

Not sure, but will have to get the components Paul suggested in the post up above 1st from Amazon before any movies (cause I do not own any of these components!)😒 

 

EDIT: I’m sorry I take that back as I’ve read this Sony TV does have good sound so I can watch until my components get to me! 🙌

 

 

 

 

Edited January 6 by Veum

[Heywoodmoutaw]

24 minutes ago, Veum said:

 

Not sure, but will have to get the components Paul suggested in the post up above 1st from Amazon before any movies (cause I do not own any of these components!)😒 

 

EDIT: I’m sorry I take that back as I’ve read this Sony TV does have good sound so I can watch until my components get to me! 🙌

 

 

 

 

Understood.  These guys are handling this better than I would, but Amazon is now the only place I can find any type of optical cable, ever since all the Radio Shacks closed.  Walmart, Target etc don’t seem to carry any, at least whenever I’ve thought to look.  It sucks when you’re in a hurry.  Same with the RCA converters.

 

Never thought I’d miss Radio Shack; don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.

[BreakBeatDJ]

1 hour ago, Heywoodmoutaw said:

Understood.  These guys are handling this better than I would, but Amazon is now the only place I can find any type of optical cable, ever since all the Radio Shacks closed.  Walmart, Target etc don’t seem to carry any, at least whenever I’ve thought to look.  It sucks when you’re in a hurry.  Same with the RCA converters.

 

Never thought I’d miss Radio Shack; don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.

fyi, AudioAdvice, Crutchfield, UpscaleAudio all have high quality cables if you wanna go web instead of local.  

[Veum]

5 hours ago, Basil said:

actually easy answer mike i would suggest bo below

get an optical lead to go from telly into optical(toslink) into first plug splitter box

get another optical lead from blu ray in optical (toslink) into second plug of splitter box

 

plug splitter box into the other box optically that will then take the sound down to 2 chs on red and white rca to the stereo

 

1.

splitter box lead into then next box

https://www.amazon.com/VCELINK-Splitter-Connectors-Receiver-Amplifier/dp/B0932VRZNS/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1WINKNQA56X00&keywords=twin+optical+splitter&qid=1704555406&sprefix=twin+optical+splitter%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-4

 

2. then this box plug in the optical splitter box into to it

you will power this box with provided usb lead and should be a usb on the telly to power it failing that you may need a usb plug power

the provided optical lead can got into first of the splitter sockets the second splitter socket you will need a second optical lead to the blu ray player 

to fetch back sound from the bluray to the stereo i will put a lead up down below for that

the red and white will plug to the stereo taking it down to 2ch as you want

https://www.amazon.com/PROZOR-Digital-Converter-Optical-Toslink/dp/B00KNNSKV0/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2UXXW0C0A9EY8&keywords=optical+to+rca&qid=1704555661&sprefix=optical+to+rca%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-3

 

additional optical lead below

https://www.amazon.com/Optical-Top-Notch-Installation-Braided-Digital/dp/B071VYKBPM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=37D5MM4JKLC69&keywords=optical%2Blead&qid=1704556400&sprefix=optical%2Blead%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-3&th=1

 

that should do it all

im presuming you have rca leads to go into stereo???

https://www.amazon.com/GearIT-Shielded-Braided-Amplifiers-Speakers/dp/B09TNPVX1Z/ref=sr_1_10?crid=30DBNH2ZPO096&keywords=rca%2Bleads&qid=1704556591&sprefix=rca%2Bleads%2Caps%2C252&sr=8-10&th=1

like below

 

and finally in the event you want seperate power supply for usb for box its below with few extra sockets surge protected

https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Protector-Extender-Charging-3-Sided/dp/B087RKKXM5/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1G8ZCFSMOF7OU&keywords=usb%2Bpower%2Bplug&qid=1704556709&sprefix=usb%2Bpower%2Bplug%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-3&th=1

 

think that covers all the bases sure @ukade2327 or @Hollywood E Rock

or others will confirm all that above 👍

 

basil 👍

 

@Basil Paul I do not want to order these components until I’m sure how to hook them up! 🤨

 

Can you tell me where I will put the other end of the RCA cables (I know I have to have one end in my Stereo receiver)… I think you are saying to put one end into the Digital to Analog Auto converter, yeah?🤔 

 

Also confused about where these splitter boxes are used conjunctive to each other:

 

 

 

Also A little confused about the hook-ups with my blu-ray players (I only say this because on my older TV that just died out all I needed was that single male plug connector into the TV and could here all the sound between all my components!)? 🧐 

 

Also what about my ROKU-stick that I have plugged into the side of this new TV, will this need something else to get the sound from when I hook-up my stereo to my speakers (didn’t have to before 😠)? 🤨 

 

WHY DID NOT SONY JUST KEEP THAT SINGLE SOUND COMPONENT ON THE SIDE OF ALL THEIR TVs LIKE THEY USE TO BE… that was so easy peasy! 😠    

 

 

 

Edited January 6 by Veum

[Veum]

🌚 🤠 🐴  goodnight to my fellow Psychos who need their rest now … ❣️😴🛌 

 

 

“weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning”❣️🙏

[ukade2327]

Hey @Veum 

RCA cables are for analog sound ..  new audio is digital  , modern AV Recievers And associated hardware / players are all equipped with multiple HDMI ports which carry multiple channel digital sound and digital video all in one cable  you’ll probably need to upgrade cables that are HDMi 2.1 compliant to get the best revsults .. 

[Veum]

1 hour ago, ukade2327 said:

Hey @Veum 

RCA cables are for analog sound ..  new audio is digital  , modern AV Recievers And associated hardware / players are all equipped with multiple HDMI ports which carry multiple channel digital sound and digital video all in one cable  you’ll probably need to upgrade cables that are HDMi 2.1 compliant to get the best revsults .. 

 

@ukade2327 ade my Stereo receiver is a ONKYO TX-8020 and ONLY can use the RCA cables, that is why I’ll need a Digital to Analog audio converter to connect the other end of the RCA cables, as my new Sony 4K does not have a plug-in for sound like my older Sony TV had that just recently died out on me!

Edited January 6 by Veum