Value Electronics' 9th annual Shootout event

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Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · Mar 14, 2013

Our 2013 Flat Panel HDTV Shootout evaluation event will be held in our new store at 35 Popham Rd, Scarsdale, NY as follows:

Day one, 6:00 PM EST, Friday, May 10th and Day two, 6:00 PM EST, Saturday, May 11th 2013.

We'll have up to 70 individuals attending and participating so if you are interested please send me an email with the subject "can I have a seat at VE's 2013 Shootout." The event will also be webcast live in HD and moderated by our staff. Select questions and comments will be passed to our panel of experts for reply.

Our Shootout has proven to be a ‘must attend’ event among true HD enthusiasts and industry leaders, and this year the Shootout has continued to gain in popularity so you can expect to see many of the top industry VIPs participating. With the great advancements of LED and PDP technologies, this will be a great year for flat panel displays.

Many big announcements and surprises are planned so if you are not attending in person be sure to mark your calendar so you can participate online with our HD webcast.

Enjoy!

-Robert

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tripplej

· #41 · Apr 30, 2013

Just curious, I don't see any Sharp products listed in the shootout. Did they not make the cut?

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #42 · Apr 30, 2013

Sorry some things can't be disclosed at this time. Wait for the Flat Panel Shootout announcement.

-Robert

tripplej

· #43 · Apr 30, 2013

Thanks for the update Robert. Will wait for the shootout to see who wins!

B- one

· #44 · May 4, 2013

Maybe someone should start a countdown. But not me I don't want to take my socks off don't ask about the fingers!

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #45 · May 4, 2013

Well with just 7 days to the Flat Panel evaluation we just received our two 65" ZT60s this afternoon. I actually met the plane from Tijuana Mexico on the JFK tarmac to load the precious cargo into our waiting company van.

Of course, I immediately started the break-in slides so we can have as many hours on these displays as possible before our panel of expert calibrators do their magic.

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_389da36e866c3e4e12102417b333db87.JPG.png

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_389da36e866c3e4e12102417b333db87.JPG.png

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_de88a183cdf5823088c328953020b327.JPG.png

Let the games begin...

-Robert

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Gotchaa

· #46 · May 4, 2013

Robert Zohn said:
Well with just 7 days to the Flat Panel evaluation we just received our two 65" ZT60s this afternoon. I actually met the plane from Tijuana Mexico on the JFK tarmac to load the precious cargo into our waiting company van.

Of course, I immediately started the break-in slides so we can have as many hours on these displays as possible before our panel of expert calibrators do their magic.

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_389da36e866c3e4e12102417b333db87.JPG.png

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_389da36e866c3e4e12102417b333db87.JPG.png

http://tc-p65zt60.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_62fe7/tn_1200_de88a183cdf5823088c328953020b327.JPG.png

Let the games begin...

-Robert

Looking forward to it, when is Kevin calibrating the panel?

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #47 · May 4, 2013

All of the Shootout panels will be calibrated by D-Nice, David Mackenzie, Ed Johnson and Kevin Miller. It's a group effort to be sure we get the best possible calibration possible.

D-Nice is the lead calibrator on the VT60 and ZT60. We're calibrating the ZT60 last so it gets as many hours on it as possible.

-Robert

B- one

· #48 · May 4, 2013

May be we can get some open box deals on the shootout displays

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Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #49 · May 4, 2013

Bring your Amex.

-Robert

B- one

· #50 · May 4, 2013

I can't use Amex my boss might not like it. I will be using visa if you accept it , please don't make me get a money order.

JimP

· #51 · May 5, 2013

I think the reason Robert mentioned Amex is so that you get the warranty extension that comes with using it.

B- one

· #52 · May 5, 2013

My visa offers that as well. They recently added a clause to double manufactures warranty that's what they claim at least never really looked into it to see provides the service if required but it doesn't cost any more so it can't hurt.

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #53 · May 5, 2013

Correct gents, I always recommend Amex or Gold VISA cards as you get an additional 1 year warranty.

With Samsung when you buy from an authorized dealer and register online at www.samsung.com you get an additional 3 months warranty so you end up with 2 years 3 months in-home warranty on all parts and labor at no charge!

-Robert

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #54 · May 5, 2013

David Mackenzie arrived and just took this picture in our store.

-Robert

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redsandvb

· #55 · May 7, 2013

NYPete said:
Doesn't Sony have a W900A 1080p TV this year - is that not out yet?

Sorry if off topic a bit, but if anyone knows it's gotta be you guys...

Isn't this post right? Aren't there the XBR-##X900A 4K models and the KDL-##W900A coming from Sony this year?

Thanks!

Helvetica Bold

· #56 · May 7, 2013

I've been keeping a close eye on the W900A it's due out at the end of May early June. It replaces the HX850. It's been getting awesome reviews from a few European sites that got a hold of the TV.

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #57 · May 7, 2013

redsandvb said:
Sorry if off topic a bit, but if anyone knows it's gotta be you guys...

Isn't this post right? Aren't there the XBR-##X900A 4K models and the KDL-##W900A coming from Sony this year?

Thanks!

Yes, we're including Sony's XBR-65X900A 4k HDTV in our 2013 Flat Panel HDTV Shootout evaluation.

You can tune into our live HD webcast at 6pm EST here.

-Robert

redsandvb

· #58 · May 7, 2013

Helvetica Bold said:
I've been keeping a close eye on the W900A it's due out at the end of May early June. It replaces the HX850. It's been getting awesome reviews from a few European sites that got a hold of the TV.

Thanks for the info.

Robert Zohn said:
Yes, we're including Sony's XBR-65X900A 4k HDTV in our 2013 Flat Panel HDTV Shootout evaluation.

You can tune into our live HD webcast at 6pm EST here.

-Robert

Thanks for answering. I read that about the XBR, that'll be interesting. Sorry, I should have been more clear, I was wondering about the W900A and if it was still coming out. The reply above answers my question...Unless you happen to know more about it? :sn:

I've been scared to death that the XBR8 I have will develop the black/vertical line problem I've seen posted all over the avsforum owner's thread.

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #59 · May 8, 2013

Twice magazine and Dealerscope cover our Flat Panel HDTV Shootout evaluation and the editors are attending the event.

Good reading!

-Robert

Robert Zohn

Discussion Starter · #60 · May 9, 2013

For those who are not attending our Flat Panel Shootout in person here's the link to our live HD webcast that will be moderated by our a/v staff.

To all a/v enthusiasts across the globe, don't miss the opportunity to participate in this event.

-Robert

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