Samsung HP-S5073
Manufacturer: Samsung Part number: HPS-5073
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- Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews
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- Description:
- No matter how you look at it Samsung's TrueWide HP-S5073 50" Plasma HDTV with digital cable-ready tuner outperforms the competition. Even in a brightly lit room, images remain glare-free and crisp from every angle thanks to Samsung's patented FilterBright Plus technology. Billions of colors and the 10000: 1 contrast ratio capture every nuance. Rich surround sound completes this ... Read more
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Product brief
Intro: The Samsung HP-S5073 is a 50-inch, plasma television.Compared to other plasma TVs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,485.In general, a liquid plasma display can recreate more realistic black-levels than an LCD display can.
Noteworthy Features: Has an audio line-out, SPDIF output, headphones, USB, serial, VGA input, S-Video input, composite video input, HDMI, and component video input connections type, which is somewhat more favorable than some similarly priced TVs.Furthermore, this TV supports Picture-In-Picture, note: a single-tuner PIP TV requires an external signal source such as a VCR, DVD player, or a cable box with composite video outputs.This television can display images that are sharper and more realistic than analog television when mated to a high definition signal.The 3:2 pulldown feature of this TV reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.
Weaker Features: None noted, given available product data.
Suitability: Built for those who are looking for a stylish, compact TV.
Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this TV has great features for the money.In fact, you would usually pay around 50% more to get a plasma TV having similar viewable size.
Suggestions: (1) Since this TV supports progressive scan video, you probably will want to have a progressive scan DVD player connected to it.This will produce a relatively more "flicker-free" picture, compared to what is produced with conventional DVD players and TVs.(2) For help in understanding the various types of TVs and their features, read David Katzmaier's TV buying guide at CNET Reviews.
Receiving HDTV broadcast: The three common methods to receive HDTV broadcasts are via satellite-TV set-top box, cable system set-top box, and over-the-air reception from a digital HDTV broadcast station.
True HDTV: True HDTV programming is broadcast in three resolutions: 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.
Tuner options: An HDTV-ready satellite or cable box will act as an outboard HDTV tuner for your digital television set that lacks a built-in HD tuner.
User reviews
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Superb picture for the $$$
by revuer on January 9, 2007
Pros: picture quality, picture quality, picture quality
Cons: none notable
Summary: This tv is an awesome piece of hardware. After careful consideration and months of research I was all set to purchase either the highly touted Panasonic or the high end ...
Summary: This tv is an awesome piece of hardware. After careful consideration and months of research I was all set to purchase either the highly touted Panasonic or the high end Pioneer both of which are considered to be among the elite plasmas. After spending 4+ hours in Tweeter looking at my pre-determined options I was very disappointed with my choices and was drawn to this beauty. The nice folks at tweeter let me play around with all the settings on the the different units and change inputs, h/d, dvd etc. to determine which one was most versatile. The Samsung proved to have not only the best color, but also the best whites and blacks by far. I found myself comparing the 5073 to the $6,000+ Pioneer rather than the comparably priced Panny or Pioneer. That is because Samsung held nothing back with this unit and went after the big boys, and with great success I might add. The Panny, Sony and inexpensive Pioneer just looked washed out compared to this model Samsung. The Panasonic PX60U isn't even in the same class as the 5073 and the 600U isn't much better. The whites had a blue hue to them and the blacks weren't nearly as deep. I have an external surround sound system hooked up which I highly recommend. Even an inexpensive system is lightyears better than the internal speakers, although compared to other plasmas these speakers hold up well. I haven't had any problems whatsoever with my unit, but the 2 year warranty is unbeatable with anything close to the price range and worth hundreds of dollars if added on to a 1 yr. The picture is drop dead gorgeous in HD and I refuse to watch anything but HD now. I have only used one of the many inputs which is the mini card from my digital camera and it works great. I have had the TV for over a month and I couldn't be happier with the purchase. The only negative I can say is that sometimes the tv has trouble with shadows but it is minor and barely worth noting. There are so many great features offered with this tv in addition to the incredible picture I highly recommend it to anyone in the market.
6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Exceptional product overall, lots of features to spoil you for the pricing.
by charlespaige1 on January 5, 2008
Pros: HP Picture Display, User Functionality with other products, laptops, Blu-Ray players, TomTom 920T
Cons: Shadows now in then (super minor)
Summary: I would recommend this product over Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer with the same specifications as a baseline comparison.
Charles
Temecula, CaliforniaSummary: I would recommend this product over Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer with the same specifications as a baseline comparison.
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Great Plasma for the price
by anishman on June 1, 2007
Pros: 2 yr warranty, plenty of inputs, USB, pictbridge, great to look at when turned off
Cons: surround sound is horrible, non Hi-Def doesn't look good
Summary: The primary reason I settled on this set is because it came with a 2 yr factory warranty & it's good to look at when turned off.
I also ...Summary: The primary reason I settled on this set is because it came with a 2 yr factory warranty & it's good to look at when turned off.
I also like the array of input choices. I haven't tried HDMI, DVI & cable card though.
I got an HD antenna & the HD channels look amazing. However, I'm not too impressed with the standard def channels on this TV. They look better on my analog TV.
Also, the built in surround sound speakers don't work well but I have the TV connected to my home theater system & it's fine. I've yet to come across a good built in speakers on TVs though.
Also, the antiglare thing could've been a little better.
The USB port I think was a nice touch. I tried connecting my camera, Ipod & RioCarbon. rio didn't play as smooth as the Ipod but that's not a big deal. I don't think I'm gonna play my Mp3s on TV.
The bottom line is if the price of HPT5064 had gone down when I bought this set I'd have probably gone with HPT5064 but this TV is a great deal for the price. -
Won't accept cable card
by jamej on May 25, 2007
Pros: Has good color when it works
Cons: Sound system is weak, Cable card system is weak.
Summary: While this set is supposed to support a cable card, the one I have won't.. Surround sound is over rated. Sounds like your in a tin can .. Factory tech ...
Summary: While this set is supposed to support a cable card, the one I have won't.. Surround sound is over rated. Sounds like your in a tin can .. Factory tech has yet to figure out why it goes off by it's self or why it has 15 or so channels (out of 200) that continually break up like they are trying to scramble.. Samsung treats their customer like the are idiots and blame everything on the cable... paid too much only ot have it as a monitor. I'm guessing this is going to be a court case... I recommend you dont buy Samsung....
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DO NOT LOOK ANY FURTHER NO BUZZING AT ALL
by RAFY MANSO on April 16, 2007
Pros: EVERYTHING SPECTACULAR
Cons: NOTHING AT ALL
Summary: I JUST GOT THE TV TODAY APRIL 16TH 2007. CAN'T STOP CHANGING CHANNELS. THE LOOK, THE COLORS, NO BUZZING AT ALL.
HIGH DEF.CHANNELS ARE SPECTACULAR. REGULAR CHANNELS LIKE ...Summary: I JUST GOT THE TV TODAY APRIL 16TH 2007. CAN'T STOP CHANGING CHANNELS. THE LOOK, THE COLORS, NO BUZZING AT ALL.
HIGH DEF.CHANNELS ARE SPECTACULAR. REGULAR CHANNELS LIKE ABC AND NBC LOOKS ALMOST HD.
IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO BUY A PLASMA DO NOT LOOK ANY FURTHER.
VANNS IS ACOMPANY THAT YOU CAN TRUST. I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND IT TOOK ONLY 6 DAYS TO RECIVED THIS TREASURE.DELIVERY MADE BY YELLOW.
FOR FURTHER INFO YOU CAN CONTACT ME AT RAFYMANSO@AOL.COM -
This Plasma Is Amazing
by Big Rounce on January 18, 2007
Pros: The Deep Blacks, The Picture Quality is Awesome
Cons: Not the Big Name That Pioneer Is
Summary: I believe that this plasma is the very best for the price and compares very well with the Pioneer 5070 and the panasonic. Went to Best Buy and the PQ ...
Summary: I believe that this plasma is the very best for the price and compares very well with the Pioneer 5070 and the panasonic. Went to Best Buy and the PQ was so on point until this was the one for us after reading, comparing, and researching.
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This television is not only a beautiful picture, but it is also has a great look to it.
by lovelylady702 on December 6, 2006
Pros: The best picture quality I have seen - it blows away any of the other plasma televisions I have seen and gets a fantastic HD picture. I can't watch a regular television after. Very easy functions.
Cons: I haven't found any yet, except sometimes digital cable doesn't come through - but that is the digital cable box - it happens on my other television as well.
Summary: This television is a GREAT BUY!!! I had the HP-R5072 first and there was a problem with it, so I had to get a new one from the manufacturer and ...
Summary: This television is a GREAT BUY!!! I had the HP-R5072 first and there was a problem with it, so I had to get a new one from the manufacturer and they sent me the new HP-S5072. I like that it has the speakers in the same unit and the new sleek, shiny look to it. The picture quality is fantastic and everything is plug-and-play. The remote is still simple, but I normally use my Cable remote anyhow. I have never seen such a great picture - I would say better than going to the movies!
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great product
by rockers34 on December 28, 2006
Pros: great picture
Cons: the internal speakers. It make the sound alittle megaphone sound
Summary: dollar for dollar the best product I found.I had compared it to the sony bravia xrb3 and the picture was clearer.... and 800 dollars less
Summary: dollar for dollar the best product I found.I had compared it to the sony bravia xrb3 and the picture was clearer.... and 800 dollars less
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: HPS-5073
- Description: No matter how you look at it Samsung's TrueWide HP-S5073 50" Plasma HDTV with digital cable-ready tuner outperforms the competition. Even in a brightly lit room, images remain glare-free and crisp from every angle thanks to Samsung's patented FilterBright Plus technology. Billions of colors and the 10000: 1 contrast ratio capture every nuance. Rich surround sound completes this extraordinary entertainment experience.
General
- Product type Plasma TV
- Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
Display
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1366 x 768
- Display Format 720p
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Image Contrast Ratio 10000:1
- Brightness (cd/m2) 1300 cd/m2
- Color Depth Up to 549 billion colors
- Viewing Angle 175 degrees
- Viewing Angle (Vertical) 175 degrees
- Display Menu Language French, English, Spanish
- Analog Video Format NTSC
- Analog Video Signal Composite video input, S-video input
- Backlight Life 60,000 hour(s)
- Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
- V-Chip Control Yes
TV Tuner
- Tuner Qty 1x analog, 1x digital
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
- Multi-channel Preview Split screen, Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Video Features
- Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
Audio System
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 15 Watt
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
- Output Power / Total 30 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 1 x Serial - Rear, 1 x USB - Side, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Side, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Side, 1 x Audio line-out - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ) - Rear
- Slot Provided 1 x SD Memory Card, 1 x xD-Picture Card, 1 x CompactFlash Card, 1 x Memory Stick
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
Memory Card Reader
- Supported Flash Memory Cards Memory Stick, SD Memory Card, xD-Picture Card, CompactFlash Card
- USB Port Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- Supported Devices TV, VCR, Cable box, DVD player, Set top box
- Features Braille points
Power
- Power Device Power supply
- Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details Parts and labor - 2 years
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 53.3 in
- Depth (Shipping) 18.1 in
- Height (Shipping) 39.3 in
- Weight (Shipping) 125.7 lbs
Sustainability
- Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 6.9
Accessories
- dreamGEAR Dreamline video / audio cable - HDMI - 6 ft (33543214)27.49
- XtremeMac XtremeHD video / audio cable - HDMI - 6.6 ft (32416821)10.77 - 15.27
- ViewSonic ViewMate Cable Collection - video / audio cable - 6.6 ft (31482671)32.00
- ViewSonic ViewMate Cable Collection - video / audio cable - 10 ft (31482685)34.00
- VIZIO VMAX1000 - video / audio cable - HDMI - 6 ft (33397373)32.00
- ADCOM GFR-700 (31966032)1049.00 - 1999.00
- Adcom GFR-700HD (32082704)1737.00 - 2899.00
- Denon AVR-1705 (31085938)
- Denon AVR-1707 (31987322)449.99
- Denon AVR-1906 (31494106)
- URC Universal Remote Professional Line MX-810 (32912039)260.00 - 399.95
- URC Universal Remote Control MX-900 (32552106)449.95 - 460.99
- URC Professional Line MX-850 - universal remote control (32092938)439.99
- URC Professional Line MX-450 - universal remote control (33639921)249.95
- URC Home Theater Master MX-3000 - universal remote control (31337842)610.62 - 989.95
Manufacturer info
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