LCD Questions

[inntents]

Just looking for some expert opinions, many of which I took into account before diving in to the "Hot Deal" and buying the Syntax Olevia LT37HVS for $1499 from the Shopping Channel a couple of weeks ago.
I've had the TV for a week or so now, and love the picture, despite some expected limitations, due to it not being a particularly high end unit. The manual says that the tv is considered DOA if it has more than 7 dead pixels, or two that are side by side.
I've been able to find 8 dead pixels on the right hand side of the screen - some green, some red, and some blue. Also two of the dead spots look bigger than the rest - does this mean that there are actually two or more pixels side by side that are toast? Aren't all the pixels the exact same size? So if some pinpoints of light are bigger than others, wouldn't that mean that there are more than one dead at that spot?
What do you all think? Should I send it back for the 8 dots of light? I can't notice them during regular use, just during black or blue screen. And who knows, I might get a unit back that has an allowable 6 dead pixels. Is it worth the time, possible shipping expense, and some of Syntax's famous customer service headaches? Any input is appreciated - love this site....

[spudz2000]

This is for Hot Deals.. Wrong forum dude...

[ynot]

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[Praetorian]

Should be in Computers & Electronics...

[kcjchan]

Just looking for some expert opinions, many of which I took into account before diving in to the "Hot Deal" and buying the Syntax Olevia LT37HVS for $1499 from the Shopping Channel a couple of weeks ago.
I've had the TV for a week or so now, and love the picture, despite some expected limitations, due to it not being a particularly high end unit. The manual says that the tv is considered DOA if it has more than 7 dead pixels, or two that are side by side.
I've been able to find 8 dead pixels on the right hand side of the screen - some green, some red, and some blue. Also two of the dead spots look bigger than the rest - does this mean that there are actually two or more pixels side by side that are toast? Aren't all the pixels the exact same size? So if some pinpoints of light are bigger than others, wouldn't that mean that there are more than one dead at that spot?
What do you all think? Should I send it back for the 8 dots of light? I can't notice them during regular use, just during black or blue screen. And who knows, I might get a unit back that has an allowable 6 dead pixels. Is it worth the time, possible shipping expense, and some of Syntax's famous customer service headaches? Any input is appreciated - love this site....

I think those are bright pixels, not dead. Dead ones don't light up at all and depending on the manufacturer's warranty, bright pixels may not be covered. Have you tried the pixel fixing video? Google it. Hope that helps and next time it might be better stating what you have to say in another LCD TV thread than to start a new one.

[torontodragon]

I think those are bright pixels, not dead. Dead ones don't light up at all and depending on the manufacturer's warranty, bright pixels may not be covered. Have you tried the pixel fixing video? Google it. Hope that helps and next time it might be better stating what you have to say in another LCD TV thread than to start a new one.

A dead pixel is a defective pixel that remains unlit, permanently lit, or a solid color on an LCD screen or monitor.

They are still called dead pixel, even though some may call it stuck pixel.

[kcjchan]

A dead pixel is a defective pixel that remains unlit, permanently lit, or a solid color on an LCD screen or monitor.

They are still called dead pixel, even though some may call it stuck pixel.

But OP said that these pixels only have problems with certain colors.

Also, according to the definition of an encyclopedia:

A dead pixel is a defective pixel that remains unlit on an LCD screen, monitor, Camera Charge-coupled device or CMOS sensor.

The term "dead pixel" is often erroneously applied to other defective pixels, but they have separate terms. A permanently lit (white) pixel is called a hot pixel, and a pixel that stays on a solid color (red, green, or blue) is known as a stuck pixel.

[inntents]

I think those are bright pixels, not dead. Dead ones don't light up at all and depending on the manufacturer's warranty, bright pixels may not be covered. Have you tried the pixel fixing video? Google it. Hope that helps and next time it might be better stating what you have to say in another LCD TV thread than to start a new one.

Yikes! No idea that these forums could be so picky - thought it was just people going back and forth.....

Thanks for the advice, will Google the pixel fix.

Didn't think this really qualified for "Hot Deals" since it was a technical question/opinion that I was seeking......

Also didn't want to piggy back on an LCD thread that really had nothing to do with my questions - I guess I'm just naive about the tech stuff and was hoping for some friendly advice..........point made and taken..........

[matkun]

Yeah, 'dead pixel' policies only apply to unlit pixels, not stuck ones.

One other thing to try with stuck pixels is very gently 'massaging' the spot by using a lint-free cloth (or a few tissues if you don't mind leaving tiny whisps of paper). This can sometimes re-distribute the liquid crystal and 'unstick' the pixel. It worked on my LCD Monitor (VX924), got a red stuck pixel unstuck.

Be very careful when doing this though, as you can damage it if you press too hard or with ANYTHING sharp. IE: Use the flat 'bottom' of your finger, not your nail.

[kcjchan]

Yeah, 'dead pixel' policies only apply to unlit pixels, not stuck ones.

One other thing to try with stuck pixels is very gently 'massaging' the spot by using a lint-free cloth (or a few tissues if you don't mind leaving tiny whisps of paper). This can sometimes re-distribute the liquid crystal and 'unstick' the pixel. It worked on my LCD Monitor (VX924), got a red stuck pixel unstuck.

Be very careful when doing this though, as you can damage it if you press too hard or with ANYTHING sharp. IE: Use the flat 'bottom' of your finger, not your nail.

Yeah, I heard that works too, but only if your LCD has no built-in filter or glass over the screen. It's amazing when a member steps out trying to refute a PROPER definition of "dead pixels" and then leaves without helping the OP out!