On today ’s instalment of You call for : What ’s improper with the 97 - column inch LG G5 OLED ? Are you getting a Netflix 100 fault , and what can you do about it ? Are there any good choice to hunting and pecking out usernames and passwords with your remote control ? How do you find a decent calibrator you may believe ? ( Yes , we ’re undertake that again . ) And finally , a follow - up on the Sony OLED clicking mystery story from a late sequence .
Netflix 100 Error
Ken writes : I have a 2016 Sony X930D TV , which I love , but about once a month , I get an error 100 when stream from Netflix . The WWW says to remove the hoard , but that does n’t repair it . I have to disconnect the goggle box for 30 seconds and restart , which does body of work . Do you suppose Netflix or Sony will ever determine this ? I ’ve updated the microcode and the Netflix app multiple times , but the error prevail . The web is full of report on this , but Sony ’s only advice is to empty the hoard .
Hey Ken , first off — glad you ’re still enjoying your TV ! I know this issue well . The UI-100 wrongdoing has been a go back problem on older streaming devices , not just TVs . This befall because the Netflix app is in all probability trying to use an outdated security security or connection communications protocol .
Modern cyclosis apps on updated platforms can often freshen themselves automatically , avoid errors like this . Older system ? Not so much . That ’s why you ’re seeing this topic .
So , what ’s the fix ? Unfortunately , Sony is n’t break to piece this , and neither is Netflix — your TV ’s ironware limitations are the progeny . The best result ? Get a rain cats and dogs stick or box .
If you ’d ask a twelvemonth ago , I would ’ve commend a Chromecast with Google TV for about $ 50 , but that ’s been discontinued . Now , I suggest theGoogle TV Streamer 4 kB — about $ 100 , exceedingly powerful , and will credibly survive your boob tube . It stick out all the latest HDR and audio formats , and most importantly you ’ll likely never see that Netflix 100 erroneousness again .
I detest that the localization be money , but I do mean it ’s the right move .
HDR10+ Brightness Issue on Hisense U8N
Dan writes : On myHisense U8N , when I watch HDR10 + content , peak brightness and local dimming are turned off by nonpayment in Theater Mode . This exposes backlight clouding up . Is this how HDR10 + is opine to act upon ? Can I adjust preferences to belittle clouding without repay the goggle box ?
Dan , I ’d make out to know whether those preferences are turned off ( which means you could adjust them ) or disabled ( which stand for the TV interlock them out ) .
I tested this on a Hisense U9 K with Jack Reacher on Amazon Prime ( HDR10+content ) , and I noticed the same default preferences — local dimming and peak brightness set to off . I do n’t think that ’s the proficient move from Hisense . However , I was able to manually move around local dimming to low , medium , or gamy , which unlocked the blossom brightness setting .
If you may adjust the preferences but they do n’t stay saved , that ’s singular — verify “ utilise to all inputs ” is selected . If the preferences are to the full locked , see if a microcode update is available :
scene → System → About → System Update
I ’ll also check with Hisense to see if this is a restriction on the unexampled ULED TVs . Let me know what happens !
Remote Control Password Frustration
Tim writes : One of the most thwarting matter is scrolling through the ABC to enter countersign using my remote control . Do you think TVs will ever come with a remote that lets us type on a keyboard ? Arthritis is not my supporter !
Tim , you ’re absolutely right — arthritis is nobody ’s supporter . fortuitously , most apps today let you scan a QR computer code with your phone to sign in , or they provide a World Wide Web link with a unforesightful numerical code . If you do n’t see those options , your gadget or apps might be outdated .
As for remotes with full QWERTY keyboards — do n’t hold your hint . While some older model had them , they never really caught on . Your best stake ? A modernistic streaming box seat or pin , which will belike support debauched login option and a unspoilt overall experience .
Finding a Trustworthy Calibrator
DT Member Sean writes : How do I find someone dependant to calibrate myNakamichi Dragonsystem or myA95LTV ? How do I make out they ’re legit and charge fairly ?
gravid question . For TV calibration , I recommend looking for ISF - certified calibrators . you may :
For audio calibration , there are n’t as many scammers — if someone ’s doing this workplace , they ’re credibly legit . However , check for client reviews to verify you ’re getting someone experienced .
The 97-inch LG G5 OLED — What’s the Deal?
Brandon writes : Is there something wrong with the 97 - column inch LG G5 ? You mentioned it in a previous video recording but never work out .
Brandon , you ’re correct — I totally entail to circle back on that but got sidetracked . The 97 - column inch G5 does not have thenew four - pile Tandem OELD panelfound in smaller sizes .
Why ? My surmise : toll and manufacture limitations . The mother glass used for OLED panels has to be veer expeditiously , and the 97inch size use up up an total rag . add MLA would make it even more expensive , so LG likely opt to keep monetary value somewhat in stay .
It ’s still a fantastic television — but if you were expecting MLA tech , it ’s deserving knowing it ’s not there .
Sony OLED Clicking Mystery — Solved?
David previously asked about his Sony OLED making a phantom clicking sound . We theorized it might be a top executive relay race switch , and many of you chime in with experiences .
Others report the same issue with Panasonic organic light-emitting diode , so this is n’t just a Sony affair . If it bothers you , try disabling automatic update , OLED refresh bicycle , and duct guide updates . But honestly , it ’s probably just part of how the television manoeuvre .
