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TV's working with Saorview - The List

championc

[size=+2]If your TV has sound but No Pictures - it's then a UK Freeview TV and your TV will NEVER work with Irish Digital and you'll need a Set Top Box or new TV with an MPEG-4 Tuner[/size]

I'll start things off and will update as others post details of working models below. We'll take a working model as one which has now sucessfully scanned in 3e - yes ? Also, please confirm in your reply posts if MHEG-5 is working too.

Substitute xx with inch size

Panasonic
UK Models
TX-LxxG20B (Freeview HD + Freesat HD Tuners) - MHEG5 OK
TX-PxxG20B (Freeview HD + Freesat HD Tuners) - MHEG5 OK
IE Models
TX-LxxD25L - MHEG5 NOT working
TX-PxxX20L - MHEG5 NOT working

TX-LxxU2L – MHEG5 NOT working (Nor TX-LxxU2 either)

TX-LxxG10B – Requires HACKing to change to Euro Model before Channel Scanning

Sony
KDL-xxV5810 (+ Freesat HD Tuner) - MHEG5 OK
KDL-xxW5810 (+ Freesat HD Tuner) - MHEG5 OK
KDL-xxW5500 - MHEG5 OK
KDL-xxW5740 - MHEG5 OK

Sony w4000
Sony xxEX403

xxEX401 - MHEG5 OK
xxEX403 - MHEG5 OK
xxEX503 - MHEG5 OK

LG
xxLF7700 (+ Freesat Tuner) - MHEG5 OK
xxLH3000 - MHEG5 OK
xxLG3100 - MHEG5 OK
xxLD350 MHEG5 OK

Philips
xxPFL5604H
xxPFL7604H
xxPFL9604H

xxPFL5605H
xxPFL7605H
xxPFL9605H

xxPFL9803H ** Poster had to select country Italy to get MPEG-4 !

xxPFL8664H - MHEG5 OK when country set to UK
xxPFL8694H - MHEG5 OK when country set to UK

Samsung
LExxB551 – MHEG5 unconfirmed
LExxB652 (Freeview HD) - MHEG5 OK
LExxC450 - MHEG5 OK
LExxC530 - MHEG5 OK
UExxC8000 - MHEG5 OK

LExxC650 - MHEG5 MAYBE if you select UK - TBC - maybe OK because of LExxC450
2033HD LS20CFVKF/EN - MHEG5 NOT working
T200HD LS20TDVSUV/EN - MHEG5 NOT working

Hannspree
SVxxLMNB series - MHEG5 OK
SJxxDMAB / DMBB series - MHEG5 OK

Silvercrest
Lidl new 32” Full HD set - MHEG5 unconfirmed ** For sale from 02/11/2010

[size=+1]What is MHEG5[/size]

It’s a replacement for Teletext, with pictures and video optionally in the pages of text which should be much faster to load than old TVs. On RTE, the current program continues to be displayed in a window to the right of the Text Service. It does a lot more (potentially) than simply pretty text. “mainly” is the important word. It gives interactive access to Hidden video streams (e.g. BBC Red Button). Allows quizzes, access to information on ethernet port, More featured interactive Program guide than basic DVB program information, text with embedded video or changing images. Also can manage Over The Air firmware updates. (OTA).

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FROOTPUDDIN

Richersounds.ie: John wrote: »

SB,

Unlikely to be under a year old unless it was seriously lurking out the back of some stock-room - that TV was a finished line about 3 years ago now - it was actually quite a decent unit to be fair (and pretty pricey to boot) (ie not a pup :-) ) but AFAIK it def won't work with MPEG4

ATVB,

John Mc

Yeah,must be about that long since I made the journey to Harvey Normans and brought her home...I`d hate to part with her now after all the time we`ve spent together...
Thanks for taking the time to reply and helping me out..much appreciated.

FROOTPUDDIN

Sponge Bob wrote: »

If the telly is less than a year old then bring it back to the shop that sold you a pup UK TV that would not work here and get a refund.

Cnoc an Óir is a group C/D aerial polarised vertical or a wideband polarised vertical. Your pup will confirm a signal and strength reading on Channel 47 even if you can see nothing. Cnoc an Oir should be testing now or shortly, I have not heard TBH.

Read Wattys Guide .

http://www.techtir.ie/radio-tv/uhf-aerials

The top picture is a wideband polarised HORIZONTAL. Polarisation refers to the orientation of the x shaped elements which must be on the transmitter side with the mesh on the far side.

The second picture is a simple UHF aerial polarised horizontal ( the teeth)

Get a €10 c/d aerial from tvtrade.ie if you are close to Cnoc an óir and try it in the attic first.

Thanks for this SpongeBob.Guess I must have this tv about two or three years now...so no point in taking it back to the shop I`m guessing.Still,I`ve no other complaints about the tv so I`ll probably just get a box and be done with it...couldn`t afford a new tv anyway!! Thanks also for the tips on aeriels.Whatever I decide i`ll let you guys know how well it works out.Big thanks again.

bennyineire

Hi guys, seen this for sale in DID and it looks the part, it has mpeg4 and mheg5, does this mean its good for Saorview
http://www.did.ie/Product/HANNSPREE-32andquot-FULL-HD-LCD-MPEG4-SJ32DMBB/18194/500

Yep it works ok, picture and epg, sweet

Sponge Bob

CH47 Group B not C/D

PressTheButton

Sponge Bob wrote: »

Cnoc an Óir is a group C/D aerial polarised vertical or a wideband polarised vertical. Your pup will confirm a signal and strength reading on Channel 47 even if you can see nothing...
Get a €10 c/d aerial from tvtrade.ie if you are close to Cnoc an óir and try it in the attic first.

Cnoc an Óir: Channel 47. V Polarization.
SB, please clarify aerial recommendation:

Green Group CD UHF Aerial: Channels 48-68

Yellow Group B UHF Aerial: Channels 35-53.

Richersounds.ie: John

Sponge Bob wrote: »

If the telly is less than a year old then bring it back to the shop that sold you a pup UK TV that would not work here and get a refund.

SB,

Unlikely to be under a year old unless it was seriously lurking out the back of some stock-room - that TV was a finished line about 3 years ago now - it was actually quite a decent unit to be fair (and pretty pricey to boot) (ie not a pup :-) ) but AFAIK it def won't work with MPEG4

ATVB,

John Mc

Sponge Bob

If the telly is less than a year old then bring it back to the shop that sold you a pup UK TV that would not work here and get a refund.

Cnoc an Óir is a group C/D aerial polarised vertical or a wideband polarised vertical. Your pup will confirm a signal and strength reading on Channel 47 even if you can see nothing. Cnoc an Oir should be testing now or shortly, I have not heard TBH.

Read Wattys Guide .

http://www.techtir.ie/radio-tv/uhf-aerials

The top picture is a wideband polarised HORIZONTAL. Polarisation refers to the orientation of the x shaped elements which must be on the transmitter side with the mesh on the far side.

The second picture is a simple UHF aerial polarised horizontal ( the teeth)

Get a €10 c/d aerial from tvtrade.ie if you are close to Cnoc an óir and try it in the attic first.

FROOTPUDDIN

Thanks for replying.Sounds like it would be a good idea to get myself a decent aeriel and stick it outside...looks like I`ll be needing it anyhow. I think I`ll be pointing at Cnoc An Oir in order to get Saorview,that would seem to be the nearest anyway. Think you might be right about the aeriel in the attic..probably a vhf.Never had any luck with tv reception here anyway...although my approach has been far from scientific to be honest..mostly a lot of running up and down ladders and lots of shouting! Thanks for taking the time to reply to me,I`ll keep an eye on things here and see how it goes.
Actually...thanks to all of you for all the information on the whole Saorview "thing"...not much help to be had elsewhere..least of all on the official Saorview site...so big thanks all `round.

FROOTPUDDIN

Thanks for taking the time to reply to my question,appreciate it. Somehow I knew my telly would be one of those "not working" ones!!...I must be jinxed when it comes to stuff like this!! Looks like i`ll be in the market for a magic box one day soon so! Thanks again.

The Cush

FROOTPUDDIN wrote: »

Hi all, I`m new to Boards..so apologies in advance if I make mistakes or bother anyone!
I was just wondering if my tv will be able to recieve saorview,haven`t seen any mention of it here yet.It`s an LG...far as I know the model is 37LF66.
All I have at the moment is an ancient antenna in the attic that picks up less than perfect rte1 and net2,a very snowy tg4 and no sign at all of tv3.
Appreciate any help you guys can give.Thanks.

Welcome to the boards.

No TV3 could indicate your aerial is pointing at a relay transmitter not carrying TV3.

Less than perfect RTÉ1 & 2 (hasn't been Network 2 since 2004) and snowy TG4 could indicate wrong (ancient - VHF?) aerial in the attic and/or the received signal is attenuated (reduced) becauce the aerial is located in the attic (external aerial is generally better).

Can you post a picture of the aerial or link to a similar one on the internet?
What are the UHF channel numbers or frequencies of the channels you are receiving, this would indicate which transmitter you are receiving analogue TV from and if this transmitter has been upgraded for Saorview DTT.

As PressTheButton posted if the TV isn't MPEG-4 compatible you will require a STB to receive the digital channels with that TV otherwise an iDTV is required.

PressTheButton

FROOTPUDDIN wrote: »

I was just wondering if my tv will be able to recieve saorview,haven`t seen any mention of it here yet.It`s an LG...far as I know the model is 37LF66.

I doubt it. The LG37LF66's integrated 'Freeview' digital tuner appears to be DVB-T (MPEG2). You will need a set-top box (STB) to receive Saorview on that TV. Have a read HERE and HERE to see what's required.

FROOTPUDDIN

Hi all, I`m new to Boards..so apologies in advance if I make mistakes or bother anyone!
I was just wondering if my tv will be able to recieve saorview,haven`t seen any mention of it here yet.It`s an LG...far as I know the model is 37LF66.
All I have at the moment is an ancient antenna in the attic that picks up less than perfect rte1 and net2,a very snowy tg4 and no sign at all of tv3.
Appreciate any help you guys can give.Thanks.

Sponge Bob

Nice spot Bob. LOADS of approved Sammys to add to the first post

SAORVIEW Approved iDTV:

(SW version v409.1 and above)
PLASMA TV
Series 4
PS43D450
PS51D450
PS43D490
PS51D495
Series 5
PS51D550
PS59D550
PS51D6900
PS59D6900
PS51D8000
PS64D8000
Series 6
PS51D6900
PS59D6900
Series 8
PS51D8000
PS64D8000
LCD TV
Series 4
LE19D450
LE22D450
LE26D450
LE32D450
Series 5
LE32D550
LE37D550
LE40D550
LE46D550
LED TV
4000 Series
UE19D4000
UE19D4010
UE32D4020
UE32D4000
UE32D4010
UE32D4020
5000 Series
UE22D5000
UE22D5010
UE22D5020
UE27D5000
UE27D5010
UE27D5020
UE32D5000
UE37D5000
UE40D5000
UE46D5000
UE32D5520
UE37D5520
UE40D5520
UE46D5520
6000 Series
UE32D6000
UE37D6000
UE40D6000
UE46D6000
UE32D6100
UE37D6100
UE40D6100
UE46D6100
UE55D6100
UE32D6510
UE32D6530
UE37D6510
UE37D6530
UE40D6510
UE40D6530
UE46D6510
UE46D6530
UE55D6510
UE55D6530
UE60D6505
7000 Series
UE40D7000
UE46D7000
UE55D7000
8000 Series
UE40D8000
UE46D8000
UE55D8000
UE60D8000
9000 Series
UE46C9000
UE46C9000
UE55C9000
UE55C9000
9500 Series
UE75D9500

bob11

Just got a good technology Guide - (sales brochure) from Harvey Norman recently where their Sony and Samsung sets are shown as Saorview approved : http://www.harveynorman.ie/catalogues/201415-technology-guide

Spotted that they have been added to the Saorview website as well"

http://www.saorview.ie/products-retailers/saorview-approved-product-listings/

Apologies it that has been mentioned already ..

200motels

Sony KDL40W5500 works with Irish digital and is MPEG4

[Deleted User]

championc wrote: »

Is DVB-C some sort of Cable system ?

Yep, it's what UPC use over cable, and also over MMDS in ex NTL areas.

championc

charlie_says wrote: »

I bought a Pansonic G20 S model from pixmania earlier this year. Apparently is has:

• DVB-T
• DVB-T (MPEG4)
• DVB-C
• DVB-C (MPEG4)

Any idea if this will work with saroview?

Also is it actually broadcasting now?

Thanks

Pity you didn't get a G20 B. This would have worked with both Saorview - DVB-T and DVB-T2 and allowed you to connect a dish for FTA satellite channels (FreesatHD) - SVB-S & DVB-S2

Is DVB-C some sort of Cable system ?

Doylers

Samsung UE40C7000 Working perfect with built in tuner.

[Deleted User]

Elmo wrote: »

What happens with Subtitles?

Hmm, just turned MHEG-5 off on my TV to test. 888 works. So there's obviously some EBU text but subtitles only.

Elmo

Karsini wrote: »

RTÉ 2 doesn't transmit EBU teletext at all, which is why you get the 'no teletext' error.

What happens with Subtitles?

[Deleted User]

Badgermonkey wrote: »

What has me somewhat confused is why the TV will deliver traditional analogue Teletext/Aertel on all RTE1,TV3,TG4 channels but not on RTE2, where 'no teletext' notice is flagged onscreen.

Is there a connection between that and it not displaying digital interactive Aertel despite MHEG in the TV's spec?

RTÉ 2 doesn't transmit EBU teletext at all, which is why you get the 'no teletext' error.

Badgermonkey

What has me somewhat confused is why the TV will deliver traditional analogue Teletext/Aertel on all RTE1,TV3,TG4 channels but not on RTE2, where 'no teletext' notice is flagged onscreen.

Is there a connection between that and it not displaying digital interactive Aertel despite MHEG in the TV's spec?

STB

Badgermonkey wrote: »

Ta, tried that already huggs2, though TV is Freeview only, not Freeview HD.

Teletext issue was still present, it stuck the RTE's in the 800's as expected.

Must be a menu option to turn interactive on/off. Have a look in the manual/on screen menus.

Their tech support is in Holland via email.

http://www.aoc-europe.com/en/company/european-offices.html

Badgermonkey

huggs2 wrote: »

Try tuning on the uk country setting

Ta, tried that already huggs2, though TV is Freeview only, not Freeview HD.

Teletext issue was still present, it stuck the RTE's in the 800's as expected.

huggs2

Badgermonkey wrote: »

Hi folks,

Bought an AOC WA91 32" LCD from ebuyer in the UK last november. Have only now got around to installing Saorview at home.

http://v1.aoc-europe.com/en/televisions/lcdtv/32_L32WA91.php

It's a pan-european model, allows for an Irish specific channel scan and is delivering Saorview well, correct channel numbering etc.

Problem is, spec indicates MHEG5 is present but it delivers traditional Teletext on RTE1, TV3 and TG4 but shows a 'no Teletext' OSD when I press text button on RTE2 HD.

I've exhausted manual/settings and if there is a method for setting TV to display MHEG5 in preference to Teletext I cannot find it.

Any ideas appreciated.

Try tuning on the uk country setting

Badgermonkey

Hi folks,

Bought an AOC WA91 32" LCD from ebuyer in the UK last november. Have only now got around to installing Saorview at home.

http://v1.aoc-europe.com/en/televisions/lcdtv/32_L32WA91.php

It's a pan-european model, allows for an Irish specific channel scan and is delivering Saorview well, correct channel numbering etc.

Problem is, spec indicates MHEG5 is present but it delivers traditional Teletext on RTE1, TV3 and TG4 but shows a 'no Teletext' OSD when I press text button on RTE2 HD.

I've exhausted manual/settings and if there is a method for setting TV to display MHEG5 in preference to Teletext I cannot find it.

Any ideas appreciated.

L32WA91
80 cm (32”) LCD-TV
Size
Visible screen size (cm) 80.0
Size 32”
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Panel type LCD
Panel maker CMO or equiv.
Display
100Hz technology -
Brightness (cd/m²) 450
Contrast Ratio (Panel contrast ratio) 2500:1 (DCR 75000:1)
Panel resolution 1366 × 768
Display Area (mm) 698 x 392
Pixel Pitch (H x V mm) 0.17025 x 0.51075
Viewing Angle (H /V) 176° / 176°
Response Time 6.5 ms (typ)
Lamp Life (hrs) <50000
Display colors 16.7 million
Color Temperature Normal / Cool / Warm
Receiving system
Broadcasting system (SD) Analogue / Digital PAL / SECAM / DVB-Terrestrial
Broadcasting system (HD), MPEG-4/H.264AVC Yes
Autostore / sorting / plug & play Yes / Yes / Yes
NTSC video playback Yes
Convenience
Text page memory (pages) Yes (1000 Pages)
Electronic progamme guide (EPG) 7 days
Interactive MHEG5
Auto volume level Yes
OAD (over air download) Yes
Picture enhancement
3D MA deinterlacing Yes

gibbon75

Souriau wrote: »

Does this model display EBU teletext on TV3 and TG4?

Yes it does,there's a dedicated subtitle button on the remote for it as well.

charlie_says

Ah I'll live without them

The Cush

charlie_says wrote: »

Thanks. There seems to be no aerial in this new flat anyhow....

Might get a dish for free 2 view stuff instead.

The Irish channels aren't FTA on satellite, depending on your location you could try an indoor (rabbit ears) aerial for Saorview.

charlie_says

Thanks. There seems to be no aerial in this new flat anyhow....

Might get a dish for free 2 view stuff instead.