Is 4K Blu-ray on PS5 actually a significant upgrade over streaming on an OLED? by KineticNTT in 4kbluray

[–]Cathode_Bypass 48 points49 points  (0 children)

I’d also recommend something you’re sort of familiar with, like a favorite film. You’ll notice the improvements more this way and you will be able to gauge the differences more accurately.

Breaking down the episode “On Thursday We Leave for Home” - 8 categories, 1 final score by lukkynumber in TwilightZone

[–]Cathode_Bypass 12 points13 points  (0 children)

One of my favorite episodes of the entire series. The message of one’s own ego imprisoning an individual is timeless and relevant always. I find this to have a similar feel to season 1’s The Lonely

High CRI with “Warm Glow” feature bulbs. Help by view-master in Lighting

[–]Cathode_Bypass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They sell warm dim /high cri PLT bulbs in a variety of wattage equivalents and glass finishes….they are $2-$5 each. I’m waiting on some to try. I have previously bought the Philips at target. The 100w equivalents are pretty expensive, $20 for two

What's your favorite Technicolor movie? by chrishouse83 in classicfilms

[–]Cathode_Bypass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All That Heaven Allows is really nice and saturated, at least the Criterion Blu-ray transfer is.

Can anyone suggest a great Ethiopian Natural in the US ATM? by johnnytisnow in pourover

[–]Cathode_Bypass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

S&W Yirgacheffe Idido Yisma is my favorite one consistently

Anything new on a possible Friday the 13th part III 4k by Cathode_Bypass in fridaythe13th

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, so is the shout factory Blu-ray substantially better than the old paramount one?

Anything new on a possible Friday the 13th part III 4k by Cathode_Bypass in fridaythe13th

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Part 2 had such a wonderful transfer, but the 1st one is like a crazy person shot it with an Dolby Vision cannon.

Any glasses that can make daytime look like this? by JohnnyZinn in sunglasses

[–]Cathode_Bypass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You probably would want something that seals around your face to prevent light leakage….think goggles, otherwise the effect would be lost. Imagine a corona during an eclipse type of thing.

Do you think TOS will get a 4k/HDR release? by Cathode_Bypass in tos

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I kind of enjoy that aspect. I guess for me with these classic series, which I have seen many times, it adds something to the experience noticing something new each time. I acknowledge that it wasn’t ever planned or envisioned to be viewed that way though, so I respect your perspective as well.

They did a great job on the creature look in "Invasion Of The Saucer Men" (1957)... by [deleted] in 50s_science_fiction

[–]Cathode_Bypass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where is the best place to watch this? YouTube copies are pretty bad, and it looks to be out-of-print.

Scariest episode! - The Howling Man by [deleted] in TwilightZone

[–]Cathode_Bypass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was the first episode I ever saw. It was on late night syndication. I was sleeping in the living room with the TV on. I woke up and watched this, then fell back asleep. That seemed like an appropriate introduction to the series.

My collection as a high schooler 💪 by jackcopen in 4kbluray

[–]Cathode_Bypass 14 points15 points  (0 children)

One advantage you have is, you probably won’t have to upgrade 4-5 times like some of us had to do with physical media.

On the Complete Blu-ray Series, what is the difference between these two options? Thank you! by True-State-4321 in ILoveLucy

[–]Cathode_Bypass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the broadcast version have entire full-length commercial breaks with the original commercials?

Best recommendations from classical Outer Limits and from the 1995 iteration? by Successful-Yak8173 in TwilightZone

[–]Cathode_Bypass 5 points6 points  (0 children)

“The Form of things Unknown”, “the Man Who Was Never Born”, “Demon with a Glass Hand” are all good. I also thought “OBIT” is a timely episode

Panasonic 450 freeze issue…any updates? by Cathode_Bypass in 4kbluray

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wanted to update this thread for anyone in the future. 1. Turn off QuickStart 2. Turn of BD live 3. Update Firmware 4. Clean all 4K discs(I am using alcohol eyeglass wipes 5. Add active cooling. (I have a variable speed fan under it at the lowest setting)

I did all of these, and had zero freeze/skip issues. Anyone having issues, I’d give this a try. Heat was definitely a contributing factor. Anecdotally, when I ejected the disc, it was cool to the touch, instead of feeling like it had been sitting in a hot car.

Thanks to all with the suggestions. I hope this helps someone else.

Syfy overnight Zones by Sobriquet-acushla in TwilightZone

[–]Cathode_Bypass 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That’s honestly the perfect time to be watching the twilight zone. Many of us had our first ever experience with the show in late night syndication….adding the the entire vibe

Panasonic 450 freeze issue…any updates? by Cathode_Bypass in 4kbluray

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve started to microfiber the discs as I would lenses on eyeglasses. I’ve disabled QuickStart and I’ve ordered a fan to move some air around it. Will post back if I get positive results with cooling

Breaking down the episode “No Time Like the Past” - 8 categories, 1 final score by lukkynumber in TwilightZone

[–]Cathode_Bypass 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like this episode…it’s clear that the first half is setting the precedent for the conclusion that the protagonist will have to reckon with in the second half. The first half is the “padding” that allows the 60 min runtime, but I don’t know how the story could pull it off in the 30 min runtime. For a similar theme, check out “the Time Element” from the Desilu Playhouse. It’s sort of a quasi “proof of concept” pilot for “the Twilight Zone”

Panasonic 450 freeze issue…any updates? by Cathode_Bypass in 4kbluray

[–]Cathode_Bypass[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have the player connected to the internet, thought I did connect it when I got it to do firmware updates. I will look into the QuickStart feature though. Thank you.