What cables needed = HELP Please !! Hi, I bought the Samsung 46A550 46" lcd tv last week. My cousin came over and placed it on a table I had ready. I don't have a cable box, just the cable line coming in from the wall. I just have basic cable 1, 2, & 3. Anyway, he plugged that cable line into the tv and plugged tv into the wall... and tv seems to work great. What other cables do I need. I keep hearing about Monster cables, HDMI cables, and different cables I need. I don't know what to buy and neither did he. I'm on a fixed income and this is the first extravagant purchase I've made in about 7 years. I want to buy what is needed to keep the set in good working order and get the best picture. I do have a digital cable box that needs to be connected also..... I really don't know what to buy... Can anyone help..PLEASE????? What cables needed = HELP Please !! Hi, I bought the Samsung 46A550 46" lcd tv last week. My cousin came over and placed it on a table I had ready. I don't have a cable box, just the... » Read More What cables needed = HELP Please !! Hi, I bought the Samsung 46A550 46" lcd tv last week. My cousin came over and placed it on a table I had ready. I don't have a cable box, just the cable line coming in from the wall. I just have basic cable 1, 2, & 3. Anyway, he plugged that cable line into the tv and plugged tv into the wall... and tv seems to work great. What other cables do I need. I keep hearing about Monster cables, HDMI cables, and different cables I need. I don't know what to buy and neither did he. I'm on a fixed income and this is the first extravagant purchase I've made in about 7 years. I want to buy what is needed to keep the set in good working order and get the best picture. I do have a digital cable box that needs to be connected also..... I really don't know what to buy... Can anyone help..PLEASE????? « Show Less
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Umm, It really depends on what you are plugging into your system. DVD Player, Blu-Ray Player, Video Game system, Cable Box, Tivo. If your device has a plug for HDMI use that, it has the best video signal and has audio also. If not the next step down is Component video (blue, green, red) and you can get a good HD signal from that. You would want to stay away from S-Video and Composit (yellow video plug) if you can help it. But again it had to do with what components you have. Also stay away from Monster Cables. They are very good but VERY expensive and not worth the money for most people. You can get a $10 HDMI cable from amazon and it will work fine. A Monster HDMI will run you about $100.Hope this helps. Umm, It really depends on what you are plugging into your system. DVD Player, Blu-Ray Player, Video Game system, Cable Box, Tivo. If your device has a plug for HDMI use that, it has the best video signal and has audio also. If not the next step down is Component video (blue, green, red) and you can get a good HD signal from that. You would want to stay away from S-Video and Composit (yellow video plug) if you can help it. But again it had to do with what components you have. Also stay away from Monster Cables. They are very good but VERY expensive and not worth the... » Read More Umm, It really depends on what you are plugging into your system. DVD Player, Blu-Ray Player, Video Game system, Cable Box, Tivo. If your device has a plug for HDMI use that, it has the best video signal and has audio also. If not the next step down is Component video (blue, green, red) and you can get a good HD signal from that. You would want to stay away from S-Video and Composit (yellow video plug) if you can help it. But again it had to do with what components you have. Also stay away from Monster Cables. They are very good but VERY expensive and not worth the money for most people. You can get a $10 HDMI cable from amazon and it will work fine. A Monster HDMI will run you about $100.Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Hi i would get a HDMi cable any brand will monster is just a brand of cable with HDMi you will get the best picture that way.
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It is true that component cables or an HDMI cable help with video quality, however, you'll not need (or even be able to use) these cables to connect your basic cable incoming signal. If you subscribe to a premium cable service such as "digital cable" then you'll also have a cable box (decoder) which would offer you the option to use component or HDMI cables to connect your cable service to your TV. Otherwise, it isn't even an option.Should you also choose to connect your DVD/VCR/computer to your TV then the comments posted here by other posters would be relevent--that being that you could use component or HDMI cables to connect THOSE devices to your TV with a resultant improvement in your video quality.Al It is true that component cables or an HDMI cable help with video quality, however, you'll not need (or even be able to use) these cables to connect your basic cable incoming signal. If you subscribe to a premium cable service such as "digital cable" then you'll also have a cable box (decoder) which would offer you the option to use component or HDMI cables to connect your cable service to your TV. Otherwise, it isn't even an option.Should you also choose to connect your DVD/VCR/computer to your TV then the comments posted here by other posters would be relevent--that... » Read More It is true that component cables or an HDMI cable help with video quality, however, you'll not need (or even be able to use) these cables to connect your basic cable incoming signal. If you subscribe to a premium cable service such as "digital cable" then you'll also have a cable box (decoder) which would offer you the option to use component or HDMI cables to connect your cable service to your TV. Otherwise, it isn't even an option.Should you also choose to connect your DVD/VCR/computer to your TV then the comments posted here by other posters would be relevent--that being that you could use component or HDMI cables to connect THOSE devices to your TV with a resultant improvement in your video quality.Al « Show Less
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You need either component cables (red/blue/green video) or an HDMI cable to watch TV in hi-def. Go to monoprice.com for all your cable needs, don't pay for the overpriced Monster cables. Your cable company should of provided you at least component cables (most don't provide HDMI cables). But use that above site for cheap HDMI cables if you want, either cables will work
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I also called Samsung & they referred me to a local company. They want $90 just to come out but since we can't afford to fix it right now, we have been waiting. I have read a lot of people having this issue but samsung denied it. It's a shame that a fairly new tv is having such problems. I guess that they don't make them like they use to! Let me know if you get a tech out there & the outcome. I know mine will have to wait, no job, no money.
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I'm really not sure..but I did find out something about Samsung. Their parts are proprietary! You can only use Samsung cables in their TVs. That is what prompted me to buy those cables. Hope this helps
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You will need to buy sound cables, I used Monster Cables, strip the cables and inert the plus to the red clamp and the minus to the black. If you have a receiver do the same there. If you are going direct to your TV, you will have to figure what kind of hook-up you will need.
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I found the tilt feature very handy connecting the HDMI cable (which could be cables plural depending on your set-up) that I had running out of the wall via a powerbridge set-up. I also used it to ease plugging in the power cord which was plugged into already mentioned powerbridge. Regardless, with a TV of the size you are mentioning I would think the tilt feature is near essential to accomplish any connections once TV is hung, unless you have really long and skinny arms...hahaha. The last part was a joke, but seriously it will be handy. Keep in mind, once everything is connected you can put the TV at a neutral position and then lock it down. Hope this helps you with your decision. Cheers! I found the tilt feature very handy connecting the HDMI cable (which could be cables plural depending on your set-up) that I had running out of the wall via a powerbridge set-up. I also used it to ease plugging in the power cord which was plugged into already mentioned powerbridge. Regardless, with a TV of the size you are mentioning I would think the tilt feature is near essential to accomplish any connections once TV is hung, unless you have really long and skinny arms...hahaha. The last part was a joke, but seriously it will be handy. Keep in mind, once everything is connected you can... » Read More I found the tilt feature very handy connecting the HDMI cable (which could be cables plural depending on your set-up) that I had running out of the wall via a powerbridge set-up. I also used it to ease plugging in the power cord which was plugged into already mentioned powerbridge. Regardless, with a TV of the size you are mentioning I would think the tilt feature is near essential to accomplish any connections once TV is hung, unless you have really long and skinny arms...hahaha. The last part was a joke, but seriously it will be handy. Keep in mind, once everything is connected you can put the TV at a neutral position and then lock it down. Hope this helps you with your decision. Cheers! « Show Less
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@radar363: thank for the information. I kept getting multiple information from vayring sources who should have known the correct response, including the manufacturer of my Television Set. Finally I ordered the cable just to have it on hand when I started setting up and quickly discovered that all but one of my sources was incorrect (and the correct one was NOT the manufacturer of my TV) and I didn't need it at all. Live and learn. But, I appreciate you help. Judi
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You don't need a HDTV or HDMI TV even though it works on these TVs as well. Make sure that your TV has audio and video (1 yellow for video and 1 white for left audio and 1 red for right audio) composite AV inputs. Just align the colored cables with these 3 jacks. It's very simple.I also have an HDTV in which you have to plug in the HDMI cable to the HDMI port. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00979QONC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418877255&sr;=8-2π=AC_SY200_QL40Both of these devices work perfectly. I hope this helps you! You don't need a HDTV or HDMI TV even though it works on these TVs as well. Make sure that your TV has audio and video (1 yellow for video and 1 white for left audio and 1 red for right audio) composite AV inputs. Just align the colored cables with these 3 jacks. It's very simple.I also have an HDTV in which you have to plug in the HDMI cable to the HDMI port. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00979QONC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418877255&sr;=8-2π=AC_SY200_QL40Both of... » Read More You don't need a HDTV or HDMI TV even though it works on these TVs as well. Make sure that your TV has audio and video (1 yellow for video and 1 white for left audio and 1 red for right audio) composite AV inputs. Just align the colored cables with these 3 jacks. It's very simple.I also have an HDTV in which you have to plug in the HDMI cable to the HDMI port. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00979QONC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418877255&sr;=8-2π=AC_SY200_QL40Both of these devices work perfectly. I hope this helps you! « Show Less
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You don't "need" a monster cable. But still connect with an HDMI. I have this and plays my TV, PS4 and everything else. You need, drum-roll...and OPTICAL CORD!! AV 4 plays the TV, AV 1 plays the PS4, so go through the channels and see where the sound is located. I never read any instructions cause one, I'm a guy, and guys don't need no stinking directions! (LMAO) And I had it set up and running in about 2 hours. I hope this helps. If you have any more questions, let me know.
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Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture because of letterboxing !!! Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture... » Read More Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture because of letterboxing !!! « Show Less
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Lots of info on the wiki link. However, I did not find answers to these basic questions:* Is there a better connection when the ends are NOT gold-plated?* It seems, + correct me if I'm mistaken, that what type of HDMI cable you get (e.g. 1.3 vs 1.4) depends on the device you're hooking up (its type of connectors). Please confirm or clarify.* Also, what is wikipedia talking about when they say that in 2012, then numbers (e.g. 1.4) will have to be removed?THANKS!
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I just bought a Samsung LN46A630. In addition to the replies posted re this discussion, I called Samsung directly and they recommended a v1.3 cable. I ordered the Premium HDMI v1.3 cable from Amazon ($9.99). Hope to install this weekend.
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hello friend, wanted to do the same as you, but in my tv did not work, try connecting to other terminals and never got a picture, I think the cables are defective or do not work, I do not know, I do not work for me
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I used a HDMI cable for mine. Best connecting to make on that TV. I Actually ran through a audio receiver but u should have enough room on the tv
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I'm getting this tv delivered on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd, 2008. This is going to seem huge compared to my 13 inch tv that's hooked up now. I'm glad that it's getting really good reviews. Is it hard to set up? Can I do it on my own? What length is the base? I'm planning on putting it on the table that my other tv is currently on. Would all I have to do is plug it in and connect it to my cable just like my tv is now?
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Yes out need an HDMI cable also. When I first hooked it up I thought it didn't work but it did you just have to move the HDMI cable around in the tv until you see a picture. You may even have to pull out the cable a little but don't give up it will work
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The TV only comes with an A/V cable (three RCA ends - Video, Left & Right Audio) and a 120 VAC power cord. To get the best performance (HD) you will need an HDMI cable for receiving HD Television from what ever receiver your using. First determine that your cable or satellite receiver box have HDMI outputs, most newer boxes have them, if not time to upgrade your receiver. If you are using an Over The Air antenna, you will need to supply a 75 ohm coax cable with F type cable ends. Note using A/V or 75 ohm cables to hook up your receiver to the TV does not allow full HD reception, this can only be achieved by using a HDMI cable. Good Luck . . . The TV only comes with an A/V cable (three RCA ends - Video, Left & Right Audio) and a 120 VAC power cord. To get the best performance (HD) you will need an HDMI cable for receiving HD Television from what ever receiver your using. First determine that your cable or satellite receiver box have HDMI outputs, most newer boxes have them, if not time to upgrade your receiver. If you are using an Over The Air antenna, you will need to supply a 75 ohm coax cable with F type cable ends. Note using A/V or 75 ohm cables to hook up your receiver to the TV does not allow full HD reception, this can... » Read More The TV only comes with an A/V cable (three RCA ends - Video, Left & Right Audio) and a 120 VAC power cord. To get the best performance (HD) you will need an HDMI cable for receiving HD Television from what ever receiver your using. First determine that your cable or satellite receiver box have HDMI outputs, most newer boxes have them, if not time to upgrade your receiver. If you are using an Over The Air antenna, you will need to supply a 75 ohm coax cable with F type cable ends. Note using A/V or 75 ohm cables to hook up your receiver to the TV does not allow full HD reception, this can only be achieved by using a HDMI cable. Good Luck . . . « Show Less
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- CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC through that.* 4 HDMI® * Anynet+™ * 3 USB * 1 Component Video input * 2 Composite Video inputs: (1 shared with Component) - CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC... » Read More - CORRECTION - On further review - I do not have this TV. Mine is a UN55ES8000 - not a UN55D6000. I have no idea what connections are available on the 55" 6000 series. Ignore my comment below ...- CORRECTION - -------------------------------------------No. As far as I can tell the TV has no VGA or other traditional PC monitor inputs, only HDMI and the usual cable / antenna. So you will need an adapter. The Smart TV however includes built-in web apps for connectivity thru the home network / wifi, and can connect to a networked PC through that.* 4 HDMI® * Anynet+™ * 3 USB * 1 Component Video input * 2 Composite Video inputs: (1 shared with Component) « Show Less