Using my USA bought digital TVs in the United Kingdom

[page88]

I am moving to the the UK and I am wondering if I can bring my Samsung 1080p and 720p televisions. I will be getting digital satellite service when in the UK and since the output of the set top box is HDMI, then does this negate any PAL or NTSC issues?

Thanks

[MOVIEGEEK]

There are two problems:
1.The power and plug are different,minor problem so buy a power converter.
2.The UK uses PAL which will effect the picture,major problem because there are no set-top converters.If you have a multi-system DVD player(OPPO,Philips,etc) then your DVD's will work and any from the UK.
My suggestion would be to sell your TV's and buy one when you get to the UK.

[filmboss80]

Calculating the time, energy, and funds required to safely transport the TVs across the Atlantic -- then rig them up to handle the electrical current and video standards issues, one can only conclude:

IT AIN'T WORTH THE TROUBLE.

Follow Moviegeek's advice.

[darkknight145]

Just check out the TV's specs to see if it's multi standard or not, (Pal/Ntsc) if it is your ok.
As per voltage, also check out the specs. If it has a voltage rating indicating 110-240v (or 230) you'd be Okay just need to change the plug.

[edDV]

Just check out the TV's specs to see if it's multi standard or not, (Pal/Ntsc) if it is your ok.
As per voltage, also check out the specs. If it has a voltage rating indicating 110-240v (or 230) you'd be Okay just need to change the plug.

Most US HDTV sets don't spec PAL capability. You need to test from a PAL source. Most lock out PAL in an effort to prevent trans-shipment to avoid Euro local VAT taxes. Speaking of VAT tax, you may be able to avoid that by buying a PAL set here but they may still get it with import duty.

[MEL15]

I have 3 lcd tv sets no mention of Pal playback on the Manual for all 3.But to my surprise they all play Pal with no problem.Feed a Pal signal to the set to make sure.

Mel

[edDV]

I have 3 lcd tv sets no mention of Pal playback on the Manual for all 3.But to my surprise they all play Pal with no problem.Feed a Pal signal to the set to make sure.

Mel

Good News. You will need external tuners.

[MOVIEGEEK]

I have 3 lcd tv sets no mention of Pal playback on the Manual for all 3.But to my surprise they all play Pal with no problem.Feed a Pal signal to the set to make sure.

Mel

Are you sure you're sending them a PAL signal?The only way to make sure is to set your multi-system DVD player or videocard to PAL,you can also buy a cheap device such as this to test: http://sewelldirect.com/PC-to-TV-Converter.asp?altProduct=SW-4262
OP:As edDV mentioned you will still need to buy an external tuner to receive OTA broadcasts in the UK.

[filmboss80]

MEL15, please elaborate more on your PAL source. Like MOVIEGEEK said, you may just be playing PAL video sources in a multi-system device that outputs to NTSC. Frankly, I'm a bit skeptical about your claim.

[jman98]

page88 - Note too that Samsung HDTVs sold in North America do NOT support PAL. More negativity for you. I don't know why they do stupid crap like this, but they do. I'd also advise just selling the TV and buying new ones over there.

[bendixG15]

Calculating the time, energy, and funds required to safely transport the TVs across the Atlantic -- then rig them up to handle the electrical current and video standards issues, one can only conclude:

IT AIN'T WORTH THE TROUBLE.

Follow Moviegeek's advice.

...............Case Closed..................

[edDV]

...I don't know why they do stupid crap like this, but they do.

All about government interference. Manufacturers block PAL to prevent Euro-beings from buying their TV in the USA to avoid the value added tax (VAT) that can add 30-50% to the cost of an identical TV in Europe. The VAT hides the total level of taxation from the peasants.

[br3nton3]

And don't forget the hertz ratings... I lived in NZ for 3 years, and couldn't believe the "flicker"!? Thought that went out with the death of CRT's? But 50/60Hz for USA, 70-100Hz for NZ... very hard on the eyes.

Of course since then, many mfg's have rolled out 120Hz and higher.... so maybe it's not an issue now on PAL or SECAM?

If you want a way to get your goods in w/out VAT (legally) drop me a PM.





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