OK, here I have my new KS8000 which I really love especially with HDR+ setting. Saw that I just need to call Directv now to activate 4K on this RVU ready TV. Called them, but was unable to find anywhere a MAC address they were asking for.
Looking at samsung website they don't appear to even have website working anymore to check directv readiness. Did Samsung drop this on 2016 models? Next thing Directv wanted to get me a 4K Genie Mini (I have the HR54 Genie), but only with new 2 year agreement. I passed on that one. Its not like they have that much 4K programming anyways. Anyone else found a way to set up the KS8000 as RVU 4K Directv receiver?
I spent 15 mins with directv rep on phone and I scanned all settings I could find. Maybe samsung dumbed down the TV settings in way that RVU/MAC/Network advanced settings are hidden? Given this model was selling like hotcake at costco and amazon I would think I am not alone trying to make 4K work as Directv client. Not sure if it's a late responce, or you already have an answer. Did you look in the settings to find MAC Address. Settings Support Contact Samsung. Select it and in there is a wired MAC Address.
When I first heard about the RVU and D*, years back, I thought for sure that there would be no charge for the use, but once again when theres a way to make more money, companies will find it. #14 Jimbo, Aug 15, 2015.
And a Wireless MAC Address. Hope this helps. I have slight edge separation, but I do not want to exchange the TV because the actual screen itself is perfect, no light leak whatsoever.
Is this something I can bring to Samsung's attention towards the end of my warranty (and I'm assuming when the panel separation is even worse) where they might actually replace it with next year's version? (Purchased in December).
Essentially, I don't want to keep this TV with an obvious flaw forever but I have no problem keeping this for a year if I can leverage it into next year's model. I have slight edge separation, but I do not want to exchange the TV because the actual screen itself is perfect, no light leak whatsoever. Is this something I can bring to Samsung's attention towards the end of my warranty (and I'm assuming when the panel separation is even worse) where they might actually replace it with next year's version? (Purchased in December).
Essentially, I don't want to keep this TV with an obvious flaw forever but I have no problem keeping this for a year if I can leverage it into next year's model. When you repair it next year, I'd say you have about 0% chance of getting a later model of the TV as a replacement. There's a repair process. They'll remove the back and re-stick it down. ARC and S/PDIF (optical or coax) cannot pass-through discreet 5.1 multi-channel Linear PCM audio. It is a limitation of the technology.
Richard Thank you Richard. I know my best bet is to have a recent receiver and have the PS4 Pro go through that.
I don't mind using DTS with my PS4 but what I don't get is why this TV would not allow 2 different inputs to have 2 different Bitstream Audio Formats. Even when using a DLNA server, if I go from one content with DD and another with DTS, it will switch to PCM. And using Dolby Digital with my PS4 is even weirder. While game mode is used, the audio is late by 6 frame from the start. This does not happen when I put my PS4 in DTS or PCM. PC Mode is the only way to get the 4K 60 4:4:4 8-Bit mode. (Not sure how many times we need to repeat this ).
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4K60 4:2:2 10-bit, so that's out too. If it works, fine, but it's not supported. I'd say: SDR movies, YouTube (can't get HDR Youtube from the PC) - 4K50/60 4:2:0 10bit, (if it's 60fps content) - 4K24/25/30 4:4:4 10bit (normal stuff).
Web browsing to read text you really want 4:4:4, so the 4K24/25/30 4:4:4 10bit mode. It's not exactly going to flicker on the TV. PC Games, turn on PC mode on the TV (change the 'input type' to PC in the 'Smart Hub') to be able to use the 4K60 4:4:4 8-Bit mode. Click the 'HDMI-4K modes' link in my sig for a chart.
I'm currently in Game Mode and I'm using 8-bit, 4k/60 4:4:4. Just got my 49 inch KS8000 on Saturday. I am enjoying it so far with HDR gaming. I have a 7000 series Samsung that is HDR 10 so I'm not new to it but the 8000 is great in all regards. Had a scary moment when I was setting the TV on the stand, I heard a snapping sound like the back of the TV cracked or dented.
I was panicing. I examined the TV and nothing to be found. I came to the conslusion that I didn't have the legs fully pushed in and that they clicked in fully when I placed it down. Overall I am very happy with this TV. Sent from my SM-G900P using Tapatalk. OK, so getting ready to order a power cable (TV came yesterday, about to get it set up), and I wanted to know if?
And I like the breakout box in theory, but the connectors are so thick that it really makes it a challenge to fit them through the holes for my original wall mount. Since I run mostly through an AVR, would love to roll with just a single thin HDMI in to the TV, rather than dealing with this thick and inflexible cord. Yes, I bought this cable. Works perfectly. Also rated at 10 amps. 10 feet long.
Both plugs right angle. I have it installed on my tv now. Not that I'm aware of. I'm far more interested in dynamic HDR and HLG update, though. No news on that front either, unfortunately. I'm interested in those as well and judging by the new QLED TV they're showcasing, they're not as big a deal as I thought it would be once we get the dynamic HDR update. Hopefully next year will have significant advances.
Till then, these new 2017 models are still edge-lit Anyway. I'd be very disappointed and actually upset if Samsung doesn't release a new OCB so us KS8/9K owners can upgrade to new HDMI standards, faster chip and hopefully USB-C.