Dish and 3D - missing in action?

Ken McPherson

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Why is Dish so silent regarding it's plans for 3D? Given Directv's imminent launch plans it seems well past time that Dish should be making their thoughts known.

Has anyone heard anything about 3d from Dish?

(Please don't respond with comments about whether you personally approve of 3d or not. The topic is about the future of 3D on Dish!)

Note to Satellite Guys: It is impossible to do a search for 3D on this site because you require searches to contain more than 2 letters. How should one search for 3D threads?

Ken McPherson
 
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Here is what Samsung is including with their 3D TV's: Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health Risks * Some viewers may experience an epileptic seizure or stroke when exposed to certain flashing images or lights contained in certain television pictures or video games. If you or any of your family has a history of epilepsy or stroke, please consult with a medical specialist before using the 3D function. * If you experience any of the following symptoms, immediately stop watching 3D pictures and consult a medical specialist: (1) altered vision; (2) lightheadedness; (3) dizziness; (4) involuntary movements such as eye or muscle twitching; (5) confusion; (6) nausea; (7) loss of awareness; (8) convulsions; (9) cramps; and/or (10) disorientation. Parents should monitor and ask their children about the above symptoms as children and teenagers may be more likely to experience these symptoms than adults. * Viewing in 3D mode may also cause motion sickness, perceptual after effects, disorientation, eye strain, and decreased postural stability. It is recommended that users take frequent breaks to lessen the likelihood of these effects. If you have any of the above symptoms, immediately discontinue use of this device and do not resume until the symptoms have subsided. * We do not recommend watching 3D if you are in bad physical condition, need sleep or have been drinking alcohol. * Watching TV while sitting too close to the screen for an extended period of time may damage your eyesight. The ideal viewing distance should be at least three times the height of the TV screen. It is recommended that the viewer's eyes are level with the screen. * Watching TV while wearing 3D Active Glasses for an extended period of time may cause headaches or fatigue. If you experience a headache, fatigue or dizziness, stop watching TV and rest. * Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for any purpose other than viewing 3D television. Wearing the 3D Active Glasses for any other purpose (as general spectacles, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.) may physically harm you or weaken your eyesight. * Viewing in 3D mode may cause disorientation for some viewers. DO NOT place your television near open stairwells, cables, balconies or other objects that may cause you to injure yourself.
 
We should know on May 12 at the dish retailer show. Unless Scott leaks something SOONeerr.:)


I would like to see them bring back the aquarium demo channel but in 3-D.
 
Correct Mainstream. :)

So far looks like Demo Material such as ads for Toy Story 3, Tron, and Alice in Wonderland, but more is expected...

Engadget has a good read which explains how it works.. HD 101: 3D FAQ -- Engadget

Dish Network will be using the Side By Side Method as shown below..
 

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Here is what Samsung is including with their 3D TV's: Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health Risks * Some viewers may experience an epileptic seizure or stroke when exposed to certain flashing images or lights contained in certain television pictures or video games. If you or any of your family has a history of epilepsy or stroke, please consult with a medical specialist before using the 3D function. * If you experience any of the following symptoms, immediately stop watching 3D pictures and consult a medical specialist: (1) altered vision; (2) lightheadedness; (3) dizziness; (4) involuntary movements such as eye or muscle twitching; (5) confusion; (6) nausea; (7) loss of awareness; (8) convulsions; (9) cramps; and/or (10) disorientation. Parents should monitor and ask their children about the above symptoms as children and teenagers may be more likely to experience these symptoms than adults. * Viewing in 3D mode may also cause motion sickness, perceptual after effects, disorientation, eye strain, and decreased postural stability. It is recommended that users take frequent breaks to lessen the likelihood of these effects. If you have any of the above symptoms, immediately discontinue use of this device and do not resume until the symptoms have subsided. * We do not recommend watching 3D if you are in bad physical condition, need sleep or have been drinking alcohol. * Watching TV while sitting too close to the screen for an extended period of time may damage your eyesight. The ideal viewing distance should be at least three times the height of the TV screen. It is recommended that the viewer's eyes are level with the screen. * Watching TV while wearing 3D Active Glasses for an extended period of time may cause headaches or fatigue. If you experience a headache, fatigue or dizziness, stop watching TV and rest. * Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for any purpose other than viewing 3D television. Wearing the 3D Active Glasses for any other purpose (as general spectacles, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.) may physically harm you or weaken your eyesight. * Viewing in 3D mode may cause disorientation for some viewers. DO NOT place your television near open stairwells, cables, balconies or other objects that may cause you to injure yourself.

Hey, sounds like fun! Sign me up! :up
 
Fantastic! Thanks Scott, I was hoping you had heard something.

For those who prefer informed opinion, AvsForum has added 3 new forums covering all aspects of the new technology.

3D Central - AVS Forum

As a result of reading every thread in all 3 forums, I'll be moving to 3D within the next year. Hopefully, Dish 3D will be fully competitive so I don't have to move to Directv.

Ken McPherson
 
IMO, 3D in it's current TV evolution should be ignored.


Yep. Has alot of work to do before it becomes mainstream. The question is "how long will it take to get all of the bugs out?"

My answer is it will be too late IMO to save it.
 
Yep. Has alot of work to do before it becomes mainstream. The question is "how long will it take to get all of the bugs out?"

My answer is it will be too late IMO to save it.

Lets see, at least 60 years?

3D was around in the 50's and didn't catch on then either.

If the Porn industry goes 3D then it has a fighting chance of going mainstream:D
 
Lets see, at least 60 years?

3D was around in the 50's and didn't catch on then either.

If the Porn industry goes 3D then it has a fighting chance of going mainstream:D


Only difference is now you can take 3D home with you in a box (well 2 counting the blu-ray player).

I agree. It will need SOMETHING special to push it over the top.
 
I think by next spring all new mid level and above TV's will have 3D built in, as well most blu ray players.
 
I don't care one bit about 3D and Dish shouldn't either.

They should just worry about getting their buggy 922 fixed right now or maybe getting more Lil HD up. People actually have TV's capable of watching that.
 

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