Samsung PN50A550 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
April 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Samsung PN50A550 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
Take your home entertainment experience to the next level with the Samsung PN50A550 plasma HDTV. The Samsung PN50A550 50″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 1080p resolution is big enough to transform any space into the ultimate home theater. Advanced features like a FilterBright to protect against glare and 1,000,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio will simply amaze you and your guests. 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixel resolution presents video and text with outstanding clarity and resolution. Select Game mode with the touch of a button for advanced video-game action. The ACE silhouette editor eliminates visual noise from the deepest dark tones. SRS TruSurround XT offers natural, lifelike HD sound. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through the two speaker internal playback system. Samsung Digital Natural Image engine dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, and white balance. WiseLink plays MP3 and JPEG files through USB 2.0 connection. Entertainment Mode allows customized picture settings, optimized for different content. Universal Anynet Plus HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control. Side A/V ports provide easy connections so you can connect a camcorder, digital camera, or any other digital device with no hassles. V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content. 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution 175-degrees viewing angle Natural True Color with 18 bit color processing NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM Sports/Game/Movie modes via hot key 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier Direct down-firing speaker system Auto pixel shift (user programmable) Signal pattern processing function Ports - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear/1 side), 2 component video inputs, Side and rear A/V inputs, WiseLink (USB 2.0), He
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Awesome Telly!!!
This telly is so great. Football looks awesome, games are great, standard definition looks pretty good too. It looks stylish and is just beautiful. Not much else to say about the telly that others haven’t said. I spent a ton of time researching and definitely am happy with this buy. Go get it now.
4 Stars Samsung PN50A550
I have done much research before I picked this set up as probably most of the reiviewers have. And I was pretty much between picking this set up or the Panasonic PZ80 model. After much research I concluded that many opinions viewed that the Samsung has more color accuracy and more tune-able options vs the Panasonic. So I went with this one. The advice I have with people researching televisions is that do not rely too much on peoples reviews and opinions and go check out the television yourself…preferably with your bluray/ whatever source you are going to watching most. Many people are nitpicky about things that most people can’t even see(especially people over at AVS forums). But I digress. The TV is awesome..comes included with a swivel stand which some people might not need.
The only nitpick thing I have with the TV is that reflection is so evident in this model. So if you have this placed in front of a window or have lights in front of the tv you will see your reflection. I knew this going in but did not know it would be this bad…since I came from a LCD background. Also don’t get into the hoopla of 1080P…if it fits your need then buy it…if not just get a 720P set and save some bucks for xmas. All in all it is what I expected.
But a recommendation, Amazon is no longer doing pricematch of themselves and they dropped $100 dollars within 30 days since I bought it. They will not refund my money which they changed their policy in September..how convient on their part. I will not make big purchases on Amazon anymore because of this. Just a forewarning to those planning to purchase at Amazon.
5 Stars Excellent picture and great price
Recently purchased the Samsung PN50A550 and not only did I save several hundred off of the store price, but have been really happy with the picture quality. The color and sharpness on this TV are excellent and the setup menus and options are very well thought out. If you are serious about picture quality, this is the TV for you.
5 Stars PERFECT
This television is awesome. Period. The color accuracy is astounding, the setup is quick and easy, and it just looks nice as a piece of furniture.
My ONLY gripe would be that the speakers aren’t loud enough sometimes, and if you turn the volume up high enough, the sound (especially lower tones) can make the cabinet buzz or vibrate a little. But I have exterior speakers, so this was not an issue for me. The sound quality from the built-in speakers is excellent.
I would highly recommend this tv. However, if you have a non-HD source going into it, you WILL know it. If you have HD already, or plan to get it, get ready for one hell of a ride. If you have a Disney/Pixar movie DVD (like The Incerdibles, Cars, etc…) that has a THX Optimizer for your picture settings, USE IT! I did, and the picture quality still makes my jaw drop.
Great tv, great picture, great sound, great looks. Buy it- you will not be disappointed.
2 Stars Defective Plasma
Ordered a brand new PN50A550 Oct 2oth, 2009. It took one week for shipping. Upon arrival I inspected it and looked fine. After taking a hour to set up, I enjoyed the picture for few minutes before noticing a bright line 2 pixels wide going across the middle of the screen. It was much more noticable with lighter backgrounds. To my great disappointment, I called the vendor and they would not ship another plasma if you accepted the shipping. They kindly refered me to Samsung tech support. After waiting 10 minutes Samsung refered me to a local technician. They came over the next day and diagnosed the problem. Apparently its a “rare” defect. BTW - this tv was manufactured in Mexico, there has been alot of chatter with defective sets manufactured there, guess I was one of the unlucky ones…Another week has past, and we are still waiting for the parts from Samsung. So almost a month later, I am still waiting to enjoy my “new” plasma. This model had alot of potential, but this whole experience has been very frustrating. If I could do it over again, I would by the comparable Panasonic plasma.
Samsung PN50A450 50 Inch 720p Plasma HDTV
April 27, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Samsung PN50A450 50 Inch 720p Plasma HDTV
Take your home entertainment experience to the next level with the Samsung PN50A450 plasma HDTV. The Samsung PN50A450 50″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 720p resolution is big enough to transform any space into the ultimate home theater. Advanced features like a FilterBright to protect against glare and 1,000,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio will simply amaze you and your guests. 1365 horizontal x 768 vertical pixel resolution presents video and text with outstanding clarity and resolution. Select Game mode with the touch of a button for advanced video-game action. The ACE silhouette editor eliminates visual noise from the deepest dark tones. SRS TruSurround XT offers natural, lifelike HD sound. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through the two speaker internal playback system. Samsung Digital Natural Image engine dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, and white balance. Entertainment Mode allows customized picture settings, optimized for different content. Universal Anynet Plus HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control. Side A/V ports provide easy connections so you can connect a camcorder, digital camera, or any other digital device with no hassles. V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content. 13650 x 7680 pixel resolution 175-degrees viewing angle Natural True Color with 18 bit color processing NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM Sports/Game/Movie modes via hot key 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier Direct down-firing speaker system Auto pixel shift (user programmable) Signal pattern processing function Ports - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear/1 side), 2 component video inputs, Side and rear A/V inputs, Headphone, and RS232C Dimensions - Width 48.4 x Height 29.8 x Depth 3.8 / 48.4 x 3
User Ratings and Reviews
3 Stars Great TV but hardcore video gamers BEWARE of ghosting
My girlfriend got this TV and after a hassle getting it home (you HAVE to keep it upright) we finally got it set up. The picture is really nice, even with 720p or 1080i it looks great, and the swivel stand is a nice feature. I played video games on it as well, but after a week and a half of use there was HORRIBLE burn in on the screen from the Ps3. We tried the white screen and shifting pixels with no joy. I looked in the instruction booklet and it said that you should have static images (tickers, video game displays, etc) on the TV less than 10% of the viewing time. What?! If I use the TV for 20 hours a week, I should only use it for games with static displays (health bars, spedometers, etc) for 2 hours a week?! Stick with LCD if you don’t want to worry about ghosting.
4 Stars AMENDED: If you think you need 1080P in a 50 inch think again !
Coming from the graphics industry I’ve always known the spec wars are total ego feeders. At 50 inches 720P is fantastic. 65 inches in the same room and you would be able to see the difference of a 1080P. But not at this size.
If you want amazing HD that is so sharp it will make your eyes bleed… this is your set ! 
If you want a TV that displays the free HD Cable channels your cable provider provides WITHOUT a cable box… this is the set.
If you want a set not too big to still watch your SD DVD collection… this is the set.
If you buy products based on proper spec for the format rather than EGO… this is your set.
If you don’t already own a surround system and want a reasonable cost system… Buy at least a nice self powered computer speaker system though cause the speakers on this set stink. I recommend the Logitech THX rated 5500 series DOLBY/DTS surround with optical input. In a small living room this will rock the couch at $200.
Amazon’s delivery was 2 days early… called for an appointment… showed up on time.
UPDATE (10/31/2008): I almost want to remove a star. I want to keep my system simple. Have a PC Media Center and a DVD player connected via HDMI. TV has an Optical Out so a single connection for my sound from TV to Surround system seems to be indicated for TV, DVD or PC watching.
WRONG… This TV will pass my Cable TV 5.1 digital sound to the Surround system. But it limits DVD & PC to 2 channel stereo only. I am now forced to have independent sound connections to audio system. Every time you change a source you need to do it twice. This just should not be the case. The HDMI should carry sound to the TV and TV should pass it through the optical interface that I paid for.
WORK AROUNDS… Buy a HDMI switcher that I should not need to buy. Or buy a programmable remote and spend two days setting it up to run all my devices and teach it to change video source on TV and Audio source on Audio system simultaneously.
BOTTOMLINE… The TV should allow digital sound to pass through the HDMI to the Optical Output on the TV. Why they thought passing through 5.1 for a cable TV channel matters more than passing through digital audio for our HD & DVD sources is beyond my understanding. I’m disappointed.
5 Stars Can never watch sports in SD again!
Only had the TV for a week, and I use the settings that CNET recommends for a dark room, and all I can say is WOW! I wasn’t planning on purchasing an HDTV until next year, but with the baseball playoffs and total price of this set ($999); I just couldn’t wait any longer. I spent hours in stores looking at TVs and reading online sites (consumer reports) and this was by far the best TV for the money. I cannot tell the dif between 720 and 1080, though it doesnt matter anyway because I do not have an HD DVD. I have had no issues with burn-in or reflections, even when all of the lights on or sun shining into my living room. My old CRT TV had more reflection issues than this TV does. This TV is just amazing, and I now find it impossible to watch sports in anything, but HD!
1 Star Really Upset over this TV
We had this Samsung 92 days…….and now burn in? Already? The manual states no fixed images more than 5% of the time? well, every station out there has their logo fixed to the screen.
I am really disappointed and mad, feel the tv was just a waste of money.
Have burn in on the bottom and on the left side.
Nice picture though but not worth it if it gets burn in only after 90 days. I also own a 32″ Samsung HD LCD that I have in the bedroom, really makes me wonder if it will do the same. The manual for that says the same thing about burn in/image retention……waaaaaa!
5 Stars Great
It’s simply a great TV, I compared it to my friends 52 1080 LCD Touch Of Red Samsung, and not even for a moment did I regret this purchase.
Phenomenal value/price ratio!
Just be aware of burn in limitations of Plasma TV (zoom in picture when watching 4:3) and have your brightness/contrast settings on 50% or less, an you will be very happy! I had it for over 3 months now and no problems at all.
Samsung LN37A450 37 Inch 720p LCD HDTV
April 3, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Samsung LN37A450 37 Inch 720p LCD HDTV
Enjoy the clarity of HD in a stunningly modern design with a unique bezel and frame to suit your decor. True 720p resolution offers amazing LCD image detail, complemented by a 10,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio for vivid colors and bold blacks. Three HDMI inputs let you connect quickly and easily to your peripherals. Call up a variety of menu options and preferences via a smart user interface. Speaking of smart, the intelligently hidden speakers ensure a sleek, clean look that fits in almost any surroundings. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two speakers playback system, including internal television speakers and headphones. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats up to 5.1 channels Stereo broadcast reception, (MTS & SAP) with 181-channel capacity. Hidden bottom speakers with 10 Watts x 2 audio power SRS TruSurround XT - TruSurround is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content Trilingual on-screen displays in English, Spanish or French HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control Auto wall mount compatible Channel coverage - VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, and CATV 1-125 (up to 181 pre-selected channels) Antenna - CATV/VHF/UFH 75-ohm, F-type Connections - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear, 1 side), 2 Rear Component (Y/Pb/Pr), Rear RF Input, Side S-video input, Composite AV (Rear, Side), Side Headphone, Rear PC D-sub, Rear optical sound out, Rear RS232, and Side HDMI-CEC Dimensions - Width 36.1 x Height 22.7 x Depth 3.8 / 36.1 x 25.9 x 11.8 with stand Weight - 33.3 pounds / 40.3 pounds with stand
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars Healthy Set….
….happy with the set, good value, good picture with plenty of control. Sound is good not great, can be customized pretty well, best with externals of course….not a gamer, no blu-ray content, so 720p is fine. Refresh rate is good at 8 ft. viewing distance. Was delivered DHL, no problems, fast……excellent for the money. Wil probably upgrade in 3 to 5 years…..
5 Stars Great picture
I researched TV’s on Consumer Reports and they rated this as a good TV. I think they under rated it, it’s an excellent TV
5 Stars It’s just GREAT
I’m not the biggest TV fan, but this Samsung, as well as its little brother, the 32″ version, just mesmerizes me. I can’t speak to the technical specs of this TV. All I can say is that the colors just explode on the screen and I can watch it without glasses!
1 Star Samsung LN37A450 and Customer Service
I’ve had this TV for less then 2 months and I’m already having issues. When you turn it on the picture will show up then a few seconds later will go away. I’ve tried new HDMI cables and when they are unplugged it says no signal so thats not the problem. Sometimes when you turn the power on it doesn’t have a picture at all. Once you’ve unplugged the power or wiggled the cables the red light will show back up and you can turn the TV on and maybe get a picture. The problem is not constant but it is very annoying. I’ve already had to contact Samsung and I’m waiting on a repair person to show up.
What a joke. I was given a service center to work with and they refuse to do any work for Samsung because they have an issue with parts or getting paid.
I called Samsung again this time they gave me another service center. this service center only repairs TV’s purchased from them.
I called again and was told they would call me in 2 to 3 days and try to find me a service center.
10/10/08 : Well I still have no TV. Samsung has never called back. I called them and was told to call back Monday morning and they would start working on a exchange for a new TV. When I called back and was put on hold for almost 30 minuts with Executive Customer Relations I was told an exchange is not an option. They have to fix the TV but they don’t have a service center where I live that will work on it.
I will never in my life purchase anything Samsung again. I had heard such wonderful things about this company and they have failed me badly.
5 Stars samsung ln37a450 37-inch
Did a lot of research and figured this tv would bring the best bang for the buck.–This lcd worked perfectly right out of the box and only took about 15 minutes to set up.—the picture quality is amazing just with the digatal signel but the hd picture is breath taking.—good pruduct at a good price.—would recomend this tv to anybody.
Samsung PN50A550 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
March 11, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Samsung PN50A550 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
Take your home entertainment experience to the next level with the Samsung PN50A550 plasma HDTV. The Samsung PN50A550 50″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 1080p resolution is big enough to transform any space into the ultimate home theater. Advanced features like a FilterBright to protect against glare and 1,000,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio will simply amaze you and your guests. 1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixel resolution presents video and text with outstanding clarity and resolution. Select Game mode with the touch of a button for advanced video-game action. The ACE silhouette editor eliminates visual noise from the deepest dark tones. SRS TruSurround XT offers natural, lifelike HD sound. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through the two speaker internal playback system. Samsung Digital Natural Image engine dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, and white balance. WiseLink plays MP3 and JPEG files through USB 2.0 connection. Entertainment Mode allows customized picture settings, optimized for different content. Universal Anynet Plus HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control. Side A/V ports provide easy connections so you can connect a camcorder, digital camera, or any other digital device with no hassles. V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content. 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution 175-degrees viewing angle Natural True Color with 18 bit color processing NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM Sports/Game/Movie modes via hot key 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier Direct down-firing speaker system Auto pixel shift (user programmable) Signal pattern processing function Ports - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear/1 side), 2 component video inputs, Side and rear A/V inputs, WiseLink (USB 2.0), He
User Ratings and Reviews
2 Stars Great Picture - Poor quality
I purchased 2 of these. YES 2! I have also owned previous Samsung models FP-T5084 (2007 model)plasma 1080P [I provided a review for this on Amazon as well], HP-5053 (2006 model) plasma 720P. and the LN-S4095 (2006 model) 1080P LCD. So yes I would consider myself a Samsung Fanboy. So I bought this model twice for a reason I will explain later in the review.
My first one spontaneously cracked on me and Samsung at the time refused to replace it. Keep in mind I had the unit for 42 days! I SWEAR I did not touch the plasma for this to happen. One second I’m watching WWE RAW in HD the next minute “Pop” & “buzz” noise. Lo and behold the screen cracked on the inside.
So I bought another one with the hope I could get the first one replaced (which Samsung finally is “in process” of exchanging as I write this - this is only after dozens of emails, countless calls, and escalation to Executive Customer Relations (ECR) over a 2 month period.
But I digress:
Positives:
Picture quality -provides an excellent device for movies and other hi-def content. No artifacts at all even in fast action (well duh its a plasma) unlike many LCD’s where artifacts (little boxes that are unclear) are somewhat common.
Color accuracy -The most accurate color reproduction. EVen if it was not professionally calibrated the accuracy in color is great. Yes thats using factory settings.
Aesthetics -The piano black feature is aesthetically pleasing and prvides a clean sleek look for any room.
Negatives:
Sound - The downward firing “hidden speaker” within the bezel is not good. It shakes the unit when the volume is above 40 as well as when there is bass in the signal.
“Anti-Glare” filter -I put anti-glare in quotes because anyone who has seen this unit in person will attest to the high gloss finish of the screen. I could shave in front of the tv when off. Keep that in mind if you are considering this tv in a room with light. This unit should be used in low-light rooms such as basements or rooms that have windows which get little light.
Black levels -Compared to Panasonic and Pioneer the blacks are not as deep. But considering the image quality of Panasonic and Pioneer’s steep price there is a reason Samsung is usually the best bang for the buck.
Quality -Like I stated earlier the first unit made it 42 days before cracking on me SPONTANEOUSLY.
Customer Service -It took me 2 months to get Samsung to accept responsibility. They denied me several times over and had to get my call escalated to ECR. They certainly do not stand by their product as I would have hoped.
Image retention - Common in most plasmas. When you turn the unit off you will see the image for about 30 seconds after. It does go away… eventually.
Bottom line beatiful unit beautiful picture - poor reliability and service mounts to a 2 star review. Of course I also had way too many more negatives to outweigh the positives.
I have since returned my second unit and replaced it with the 52LG70 (see my review there) which is excellent. And the 2 extra inches makes a huge difference.
This Samsung “Fanboy” was really disappointed.
5 Stars Best Value
I purchased this TV over 3 weeks ago and have no regret’s yet. I really did a lot of research both online and in many different tech stores. I spent hours standing in front of different brands of TV’s comparing the image to the Samsung PN50A550. I found the Samsung PN50A550 had among the best video, unless you want to spend several grand more on higher end TV’s.
I did find that as of now, the plasma’s had a far better picture quality than the LCD’s. The contrast was more superb and there was no lag time when the picture changed fast as there was with the LCD’s. When looking at the clarity of the picture in the specs, one thing you want to look for is the “contrast ratio”. I found most TV’s had a 10,000:1 listed for their contrast ratio but not the Samsung. The Samsung PN50A550 has a 30,000:1 contrast ratio and trust me you can tell it too because the pictures are really sharp.
I ordered this and received the Amazon White Glove Delivery Service for free, and I was IMPRESSED. I live in the middle of nowhere, and 100 miles from the nearest big city. I ordered the TV on a Saturday night online, and they called me Monday morning to confirm the shipping info. Wednesday evening they delivered the TV. I am one that cannot wait for something once I order it, so I was constantly contacting the company to find out where it was and every time I spoke with the same person and each time they were absolutely nice. The guys arrived at my home in a freight truck and brought the boxed TV inside my living room. They unboxed it then set it on my stand and plugged it in and put the batteries in the remote and made sure it was working. I signed for it then they left total process less than 10 minutes. This says a lot for their service since like I said I live 100 miles from a major city - so getting this kind of service was awesome and not to mention free. Amazon was offering free shipping at the time I ordered.
I have fallen in love with this TV. I ordered my HD service and it is supposed to be installed next week, I cannot wait. I would recommend this TV (and already have) to friends, family and anyone else who is looking to buy in this price range. A 50″ is not too big and then again is not too small. If you are debating on what size to get and you think it may be too big then keep reading. When I setup my TV I thought dang, it is way too big I have made a mistake and for the first week I kept thinking I had made a mistake and bought a TV too large. Well now that I’m used to it I think that it is too small. So it just takes time getting used to it, as I came from a small old school tube TV.
Happy Shopping! I hope this review has helped you.
5 Stars Much better than expected, based on reviews here, Fantastic Set!
This TV is my first large HDTV (I have a 24″ Samsung 720p LCD), and after reading some reviews I was concerned about the black level and the reflectiveness of the screen, but after getting the set all of my concerns were laid to rest. I was originally in the market for a 46″ LCD, but a fantastic deal came on this 50″ plasma, and I am really glad I went for this instead.
The TV picture is absolutely mesmerizing. I feed in Verizon FIOS HD, and an XBOX 360 (HDMI) and the results are absolutely incredible! The colors are fantastic, and with minimal adjustment the contrast and colors are great. I also had some concerns about the sound on the set, however it is actually much better than I had figured it would be. I know that some of the more expensive sets, like the Panasonic Viera also have woofers built into the set, but the sound on this TV is good. Its obviously not on the same level as a dedicated surround sound system, but it is really as good as any other built-in tv speakers.
I also had questions about lag, which I really cant find any appreciable amount of, thankfully, even with video games and tv out (through a DVI-HDMI cable) from my computer. Also, I found the black levels were great after minor adjustment, and, for me, the reflectivity of the screen is not an issue, even with sunlight bouncing off of the wall behind me.
For me this TV really has changed they way I watch TV, and I think its a great thing. As far as any possible negatives, I would say the only thing I wish this TV had was the extra features of the 6-series tv sets. The two extra features I wish this had was 1) Wiselink Plus: This TV has Wiselink, where the 6-series has Plus, and Wiselink Plus gives the TV the ability to play xvid video from any usb source, whereas standard Wiselink does not do video (only does music and pictures). 2) Ethernet connection for the RSS widgets - this is probably fairly useless, but it would be an interesting extra feature to have. But in all honesty, I wouldnt use either feature enough to warrant the extra couple hundred bucks.
In summary, I took a gamble buying this set. I didnt even have a chance to look at it in person as a deal came along and I pounced on it over the phone, and so I was extra nervous when I finally got the set, but I am very happy with the result. When I finally got to compare this set to others in the store, I found that while the set did look slightly dull compared to some of the eye-searing LCDs, in the actual home this set looks clear, crisp, and you would be able to watch this set for hours without burning your retinas out like with some of the over-contrasted ultra bright “popping” LCDs.
5 Stars Outstanding TV, excellent delivery from Amazon
After looking at various Plasma sets over the past few months, and unable to make a decision, the latest Consumer Reports review of various sets made my mind up. This model was ranked a CR best buy, and is it ever!
First, though, I have to give credit to the Amazon “white glove” delivery, which didn’t add a cent to the price. The local company called the day before delivery to confirm a three-hour window the next day, noon to 3 pm. The driver called at 12:10 to say he was on our property, so I met him at the door. He extricated the set from the van, and we hauled it on his dolly into our home. Together we unboxed the set, and set it into place where I wanted it. Then, he had me turn on the set to confirm that it worked, test the remote, and inspect the set for any defects/flaws. There were none, and so I initialed the paperwork to that effect, and he hauled out the huge box the set arrived in. This was the very best delivery of any item, big or small, I’ve ever ordered.
To the set: in two words: it ROCKS! Easy to set up, once it acquired the local channels (I live in the country and we have no cable, just over-the-air signals.) my wife and I were able to enjoy the HUGE difference between digital and analog signals. As a professional photographer, I am very amazed at the quality of the image, all aspects, contrast, brightness, sharpness, everything! NOW I get what this whole changeover is about!
All in all, thus far the experience has been wonderful. I highly recommend this set to anyone contemplating it.
4 Stars Samsung 50″ plasma
Fabulous picture - power consumption much higher than I understood it to be at 320 watts in full energy saver mode and over 400 watts with energy saver turned off
Samsung PN50A450 50 Inch 720p Plasma HDTV
March 2, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Samsung PN50A450 50 Inch 720p Plasma HDTV
Take your home entertainment experience to the next level with the Samsung PN50A450 plasma HDTV. The Samsung PN50A450 50″ Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 720p resolution is big enough to transform any space into the ultimate home theater. Advanced features like a FilterBright to protect against glare and 1,000,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio will simply amaze you and your guests. 1365 horizontal x 768 vertical pixel resolution presents video and text with outstanding clarity and resolution. Select Game mode with the touch of a button for advanced video-game action. The ACE silhouette editor eliminates visual noise from the deepest dark tones. SRS TruSurround XT offers natural, lifelike HD sound. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through the two speaker internal playback system. Samsung Digital Natural Image engine dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, and white balance. Entertainment Mode allows customized picture settings, optimized for different content. Universal Anynet Plus HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control. Side A/V ports provide easy connections so you can connect a camcorder, digital camera, or any other digital device with no hassles. V-Chip system allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content. 13650 x 7680 pixel resolution 175-degrees viewing angle Natural True Color with 18 bit color processing NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM Sports/Game/Movie modes via hot key 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier Direct down-firing speaker system Auto pixel shift (user programmable) Signal pattern processing function Ports - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear/1 side), 2 component video inputs, Side and rear A/V inputs, Headphone, and RS232C Dimensions - Width 48.4 x Height 29.8 x Depth 3.8 / 48.4 x 3
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Best TV for the price
Here’s the deal, I spent days upon painful days researching the best TV for the money. I researched on-line, in-store, read reviews, watched all sorts of TV’s and noticed and came up with a few points everyone should know:
1) If your buying a 50 inch or smaller flat screen TV - 720p will give you as good a picture as 1080p. In fact all signal sources, except BluRay aren’t 1080p anyway. You can not tell the difference.
2) Get a TV with at least 3 HDMI inputs. This will cover your cable, BluRay, and gaming system.
3) The new Plasma TV’s last just as long as a new LCD - Don’t believe the hype.
4) Call your credit card before you buy a service plan. Most credit cards will double what the manufacturer offers you for FREE.
As far as this TV, for the price, the picture is awesome. Dark blacks, crisp lines, the picture is great. In fact it is just as good as my 50″ Sony DLP that costs way more…..(BTW - I have now sold the Sony)
I have this hooked up to a home theater, so I never use the TV’s speakers so I can’t comment on that. The remote is fine, it is easy to unpack, easy to set up, and easy to pay for. If you are looking for a great Flat Screen 50″ or under. This is it. Order it, and enjoy!
5 Stars Why did I wait so long………..
I don’t usually watch TV, prefer reading or the web. I noticed our projection TV was rolling for the first 5 minutes, and figuring it was going to go soon, my wife dragged me to a sale. She was looking and comparing TV’s, one a 52″ 1080P and 120mhz and it was quite expensive,I asked my wife to compare it with the set right next to it the Samsung PN50A450 and she really didn’t see a difference. The size was very similar and the picture just as good, with a slight edge going to the mega buck TV, but it was $1200 more and I only paid $899. I walked in the store thinking I had to have 1080P, 52 inch, and everything else you can think of. Remember you are not going to have the TV’s next to each other, this is a GREAT TV and it made me a believer. So we put the extra money into a piece of furniture opposed to a put together stand.
My only real concern was the speakers since I had read a few reviews that said they thought the speakers were inadequate, the speakers are great. We are super pleased with the picture and the sound. I don’t see any problem with the set at all and I have been lingering about the living room more than usual.
Gorgeous TV……………..and cabinet
5 Stars Great TV
I have been saving and doing research for the last year for a flat panel TV and I could not be happier. I have read all about 1080p vs 720p and plama vs LCD and I am completly satisfied with this TV. You can not beat the price and the picture looks great. From the naked eye I could tell no difference between this TV and the 1080p version. I have had no issues and I do not think you need to spend $500 or more for a differnt TV. If you are looking for 50″ or glorious TV, you have found it.
5 Stars Best TV for the price!
I’ve owned this TV for about a month and so far I Love it! I don’t have a surround sound system yet and when I first got it there were a few shows where the sound was a little buzzy. I made a few adjustments to the sound settings and haven’t had any more problems.
It has plenty of connections, has a great picture, and even instant play (online) netflix movies look great on it. I do keep grabbing the remote upside down because it seems to be weighted backwards, but that’s a small complaint for such a good TV at a GREAT price.
5 Stars BRILLIANT PICTURE FOR A 720p
I have owned a Visio 720p plasma for about 2 years. Bought this as a gift and am really impressed. I have really liked my visio, until i saw the Samsung.
The Samsung has better picture, more inputs, better connectivity, better remote, better software and it was $300 less than I spent on my Visio at Sam’s Club. I am very “picky” when it comes to anything I buy, but especially technology. I researched for a couple weeks before pulling the trigger on the Samsung.
I would swear this was a 1080p and not a 720p… Colors are rich. Brightness is great. FOOTBALL LOOKS AWESOME. The system’s input auto switching feature makes connecting anything (DVD, Game System, Cable Box) really easy. Lots of connections. Fantastic price…
As I said, my nature is very picky, even critical, and at the same time I am very thrifty in my spending, always looking for the BEST DEAL. For home and work, I have purchased 4 HDTV’s and 3 projectors over the last 2 years. This is by far the best picture of all the HDTV’s i’ve purchased, even the 1080p LCD’s. At the same time it was the least expensive HD I’ve purchased. IF YOUR ON THE FENCE ABOUT THIS PRODUCT, DONT LET THE 720p CONCERN YOU.
Amazon shipped very quickly (faster than I expected) and the “White Glove” delivery from their delivery vendor was great.
Wish I would have bought 2…
