Samsung LN46B650
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- While not up to the picture quality of Samsung's topflight models, the feature-rich, uniquely styled LNB650 series still outperforms most LCDs on the market.
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CNET editors' review
Samsung LN46B650 price range: $1,297.00 - $1,709.99
- Reviewed by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 06/26/2009
- Updated on:03/04/2010
- Released on: 04/01/2009
The good: Reproduces relatively deep black levels; accurate color; very good dejudder processing; extensive feature set with Yahoo widgets, network streaming, and built-in content; solid connectivity with four HDMI inputs and one PC input; energy efficient.
The bad: Somewhat expensive; dark areas tinged bluer; benefits of 120Hz difficult to discern; shiny screen can cause reflections in bright rooms; no S-Video inputs; overt red coloration and funky styling not for everyone.
The bottom line: While not up to the picture quality of Samsung's topflight models, the feature-rich, uniquely styled LNB650 series still outperforms most LCDs on the market.
Editors' note (March 4, 2010): The rating on this product has been lowered because of changes in the competitive marketplace, including the release of 2010 models. The review has not otherwise been modified. Click here for more information.
Among Samsung's umpteen different model lines and feature variations for its 2009 HDTVs, the LNB650 series sits somewhere in the middle. It's significantly less expensive than the LED-based LCDs, like the UNB7000 series, and costs a bit less than the LNB750 series of non-LED 240Hz models, yet still commands a premium over entry-level models. Aside from a couple hundred bucks, 120Hz of refresh rate separates the B650 and B750 models on paper. In person, the B650s have significantly different styling and, it turns out, somewhat less impressive picture quality, although the difference in Hz has nothing to do with it. The LNB650 series still produces a very good picture, however, and as usual we liked Samsung's implementation of dejudder processing. Sure you'll pay a bit extra for the numerous features, but you've always wanted a TV that can suggest recipes or keep tabs on your Twitter feeds, right? All told the LNB650 series makes a solid choice for an upper- midrange LCD, as long as you can handle its unusual looks and glossy screen.
Series note: We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 46-inch Samsung LN46B650, but this review also applies to three smaller models in the series: the 40-inch LN40B650, the 37-inch LN37B650, and the 32-inch LN32B650, as well as the larger 55-inch LN55B650. All of these sizes in the series have identical specs aside from screen size, and should share very similar picture quality.
Design
Editors' note: Many of the design and features elements are identical between the Samsung LNB650 series and the Samsung LNB750 series we reviewed earlier, so readers of the earlier review ay experience some déjà vu when reading the same sections below.
Much like the Samsung A650 series from last year, the frames of the 2009 B650 models look quite different from your normal glossy-black LCD in person. The company's Touch of Color scheme dictates a red fade along the edges of the frame that becomes black toward the screen. We're definitely not fans of the overt coloring, as opposed to the more muted look of the B750 models, and we're even less impressed by the obtuse-angle "V" shape along the bottom of the frame. At least the company included a matching glass-topped stand with its signature clear stalk.
Samsung used the same menu system as last year, this time with red borders, and we still think it's one of the best in the business. Big, highly legible text is set against transparent backgrounds that occupy almost the whole screen. Getting around is easy and there's helpful explanatory text along the bottom to describe the different selections.
The remote control is basically the same as last year, too, and we're definitely fans--especially since Samsung ditched the rotating scroll wheel. The buttons are big, backlit, and easily differentiated by size and shape, and we liked the dedicated "Tools" key that offers quick access to picture and sound modes, the sleep timer, and the picture-in-picture controls. We didn't like the remote's glossy black finish, however, which picked up more than its share of dulling fingerprints after a few minutes.
Features
Pretty much the only features-related difference between Samsung's LNB650 models and the more-expensive LNB750 series is refresh rate. The 650s have 120Hz refresh rate, while the 750s refresh the screen at 240Hz. The main benefit of the higher refresh rate, according to our tests, is improved motion resolution--aka less blurring--but with normal program material the difference is nearly impossible to appreciate. See Performance for more information.
Both of the series feature identical implementations of Samsung's Auto Motion Plus dejudder processing, with its cool Custom setting that lets you tweak blur reduction and judder separately.
Samsung has added Yahoo widgets to its higher-end sets including the LNB650 series. The system gathers Internet-powered information nodules, called "snippets," into a bar along the bottom of the screen. The model we reviewed came with widgets for stocks, weather, news, and Flickr photos, plus Yahoo video, sports scores, poker, trivia, Sudoku, and Twitter--and more are sure to appear in the near future. For more information, check out our full review of Yahoo widgets. That review was based on our experiences with a Samsung UN46B7000, and our impressions of the system on the LN46B650 are mostly the same, including its sluggish response time.
Other interactive features on this set abound. It can stream videos, photos, and music from DLNA-certified devices via the network connection, as well as from its USB ports, which can connect to MP3 players, USB thumbsticks, and digital cameras (we didn't test this capability). There's also built-in "content," such as recipes, games, workout guides, and a slideshow of high-def art and photos with music. We went into depth discussing the underwhelming content features last year, which are similar this time around, so for more details check out the Interactive section of the 2008 Samsung LN46A750 review.
Aside from the adjustable dejudder mentioned above, we also liked the myriad conventional picture tweaks, starting with four adjustable picture modes that are all independent per input. There are five color temperature presets augmented by the ability to adjust each via a custom white-balance menu; three levels of noise reduction, including an automatic setting; a film mode to engage 2:3 pull-down (it also works with 1080i sources); a seven-position gamma control that affects the TV's progression from dark to light; a dynamic contrast control that adjusts the picture on the fly; a "black tone" control that affects shadow detail; and a color space control that lets you tweak the Samsung's color gamut.
You can choose from four aspect ratio modes for HD sources, two of which let you move the whole image across the screen horizontally and vertically. As we'd expect from a 1080p TV, one of those modes, called Screen Fit, lets the LNB650 scale 1080i and 1080p sources directly to the panel's pixels with no overscan--the best option unless you see interference along the edge of the screen, as can be the case with some channels or programs.
We appreciated the three power-saver modes, which further reduce energy use. Samsung also throws in picture-in-picture, an "E-manual" on a USB stick, and even a customer care screen that includes the firmware version for when you need to call the company. We're also big fans of the new-for-2009 capability, unique among HDTVs, to get firmware updates via an online download, rather than making you go to the Web site, as was the case before.
The LNB650 series offers very good connectivity, although it does follow the recent trend of spurning S-Video inputs--not one is to be found on this TV. The back panel sprouts three HDMI ports, two component-video inputs (one of which can be sacrificed for composite-video, if you need it), one VGA-style PC input, one RF input for cable and satellite, the Ethernet (LAN) port, and one stereo analog and one optical digital audio output. The TV's side panel offers a fourth HDMI, two USB, and one AV input with composite-video.
Performance
Accurate color in bright scenes and the customizable dejudder processing are among the Samsung B650's picture quality strengths, while its bluish color in black and near-black areas and shiny screen in bright rooms were the most significant issues we encountered. All told, however, the LNB650 series is still one of the better-performing LCDs we've tested.
Setting up the B650 we first chose the Movie preset, which came closest to our ideal settings for home theater in a darkened environment. Our calibration involved reducing light output a tad to hit our 40ftl target, increasing the gamma setting to bring out shadow detail and more closely approach our 2.2 target (we ended up at an excellent 2.24), and tweaking the grayscale. The grayscale adjustment wasn't as effective as we'd like to see--the scale still varied quite a bit, especially in dark areas--but otherwise the Samsung's numerous adjustments did the job well.
To compare the Samsung LNB650 series we lined it up next to a pair of Sony LCDs--the KDL-52V5100 and the KDL-52XBR9--as well as the JVC LT-46P300 and Samsung's own LN52B750, both LCDs as well. From the plasma camp we included the Panasonic TC-P46G10 and our reference Pioneer PRO-111FD. Most of our image quality tests were conducted with the help of "Gran Torino" on Blu-ray.
Black level: The depth of black delivered by the LNB650 was relatively good, albeit not at the level of the best LCDs we've tested this year. In the dark scenes in Chapter 6, for example, when Eastwood goes after the nocturnal intruder in his garage, areas like the letterbox bars and black shadows in the room were about as dark as the Sony displays but not as deep as the JVC, the Samsung LNB750, or either of the two plasmas. When he confronts the intruder with his gun we could make out adequate detail in the shadowy areas along his face and hands, but these areas didn't look as natural as on the V5100, the B750, or the two plasmas, although they were a bit better than on the XBR9 and the JVC.
Color accuracy: In bright scenes the Samsung B650 delivered solid color accuracy, thanks in large part to its nearly perfect primary and secondary colors as well as spot-on color decoding. When Father Kowalski approaches Eastwood on his front porch in Chapter 8, for instance, the red and blue of the American flag and the green of the grass and shrubs in the yard looked nearly identical to the same colors on our reference display. The priest's pale skin tone didn't appear as close in the shifting illumination under the porch, taking on a bluer-then-redder aspect at times (an issue that might be the fault of grayscale variance), but it was still very good overall, and better than most of the other displays with the exception of the Samsung B750 and the reference. Saturation was also very good for an LCD, and bright scenes looked relatively rich and realistic.
The B650's biggest weakness in this category was caused by its blue cast in dark areas. Many LCDs "go blue" during dim scenes but the B650 was worse than most, and the worst in our lineup. The issue was most obvious in nighttime scenes like the beginning of Chapters 6 and 7, but in brighter scenes we even noticed a blue cast to darker shadows.
Video processing: Like other 2009 Samsung LCDs the LNB650 series features adjustable dejudder processing, with a Custom mode that lets you turn down the smoothing effect while preserving the antiblurring properties of the 120Hz refresh rate. We got the best results by turning Blur Reduction to 10 and Judder Reduction to zero.
Such a setting preserved the native frame rate of film when we watched in 1080p/24 mode--visible in the juddery-but-not-hitching motion of the camera over Eastwood's porch in Chapter 8, or in the pan that follows the kids as they turn the corner in Chapter 9--but didn't smooth these shots artificially or remove the judder of film. With dejudder turned off, or the judder reduction control reduced to zero in Custom mode, the B650 also properly preserved film cadence during the flyover of the Intrepid from "I Am Legend."
If you want to engage dejudder you'll see the smoothness kick in. Turning up the Judder Reduction control in Custom, or engaging the Standard or Smooth preset modes, made the motion look less film-like (and worse, to our eye) and also tended to introduce artifacts. When the punks push Sue around in Chapter 9, for example, her head moving quickly against the background of the chain-link fence was surrounded by a faint halo, which became more obvious with more dejudder applied (and downright strange-looking in Smooth). The effect in their respective Standard modes was less obvious on the Sony displays than on the Samsungs, but of course with the Samsungs' adjustable judder we could dial in the smoothness--and accompanying artifacts, or lack thereof--as we wanted. The dejudder modes of the B750 and B650 behaved the same as far as we could tell.
The main processing difference between the two came not when watching regular program material, but when we shifted to the patterns in our motion resolution test. The B650 scored similarly to most other 120Hz displays we've tested, delivering between 500 and 600 lines, whereas the LNB750 scored a typical (for a 240Hz model) 900 to 1,000 lines. As usual, we found it nearly impossible to tell the difference between the two, or indeed between either one and the 60Hz JVC, when watching normal program material as opposed to test patterns.
In our still resolution tests the Samsung performed as expected, delivering every line of 1080i and 1080p sources and de-interlacing film- and video-based sources properly. The TV must be set to the Screen Fit aspect ratio and Auto 1 Film mode to pass these tests.
Uniformity: The LNB650 delivered relatively solid uniformity across the screen compared with the other sets in the lineup. Its sides and corners were a bit brighter than the middle, but there was no obvious bright spotting as we saw on the Sony XBR9. From off-angle the set washed out at about the same rate as the other displays, although the bluish tinge crept into the opposite side more noticeably when seen from one side or the other.
Bright lighting: Samsung used the same sort of glossy screen as last year, and the same one found on the B750, and we're still not fans. In bright lighting, with windows facing the screen and overhead lights turned on, the screen does a very good job of preserving black levels in dark areas. However, the trade-off is overly-bright reflections from those light sources and from other bright objects in the room, such as this reviewer's shirt. These reflections were much less bothersome during bright scenes, of course, but in darker scenes they proved distracting.
Standard-definition: The B650 did a very good job with standard-def sources, beginning with the ability to resolve every line of the DVD format and deliver sharp details in the grass and stone bridge of our sample clip. It was the best of the sets in our lineup at removing jaggies. Noise reduction was also solid, although the Auto option was less effective than simply choosing from the three manual settings. The Samsung also engaged 2:3 pull-down correctly when we selected either of the Auto settings for Film Mode.
PC: Samsung's LNB650 series delivered excellent performance with HDMI sources from computers, resolving every line of a 1,920x1,080 image with no overscan or edge enhancement. The image did appear softer via VGA, and resolution wasn't quite full, but it was still very good.
| TEST | RESULT | SCORE |
| Before color temp (20/80) | 6716/6823 | Good |
| After color temp | 6457/6490 | Good |
| Before grayscale variation | 392 | Average |
| After grayscale variation | 107 | Average |
| Color of red (x/y) | 0.642/0.329 | Good |
| Color of green | 0.291/0.591 | Good |
| Color of blue | 0.148/0.059 | Good |
| Overscan | 0.0% | Good |
| Defeatable edge enhancement | Y | Good |
| 480i 2:3 pull-down, 24 fps | Pass | Good |
| 1080i video resolution | Pass | Good |
| 1080i film resolution | Pass | Good |
Power consumption: The Samsung LN46B650 is the most efficient standard LCD of its size we've ever tested. In fact its only competitor in this department is the company's own line of LED-based LCD displays, such as the UN46B6000, which costs about $1.82 less per year to operate. At current prices, in case you're wondering, it will take about 298 years to make up the price difference between the two in energy savings.
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| Samsung LN46B650 | Picture settings | ||
| Default | Calibrated | Power Save | |
| Picture on (watts) | 174.1 | 119.96 | 94.86 |
| Picture on (watts/sq. inch) | 0.19 | 0.13 | 0.1 |
| Standby (watts) | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0.15 |
| Cost per year | $37.62 | $25.96 | $20.55 |
| Score (considering size) | Good | ||
| Score (overall) | Good | ||
User reviews
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Massive Positives, Big Negatives But still a winner
Pros: See below for details
Cons: See Below for details
Summary: Just as many of you have spent plenty of time researching your purchase I did too, almost two full months. I?m sure if your anything like me you?ve ...
Summary: Just as many of you have spent plenty of time researching your purchase I did too, almost two full months. I?m sure if your anything like me you?ve already read the reviews so I won?t bore you with stuff you already know. Secondly, I?m very particular about my electronics. I pick them apart early and learn everything about them. After two solid weeks of deliberation, back and forth, testing, tweaking, and retesting I am happy to say I?ve decided to keep it and here?s why in all its detail, both my likes and dislikes.
To be entirely fair I decided to update my review. I have since been able to correct the blurry red text. Samsung mandates that if you connect a PC to your TV you must do so using ONLY the first HDMI slot. Then, you must change the label/name of the input to "PC" or "DVI PC." Initially I thought this should have no effect, because all I was doing was labeling the input so that I knew what was connected to it. But, apparently this enables "PC Mode" and by using this mode the red text is now PERFECTLY clear. Even though I feel this was a poor implementation of such a mode, I'm very happy that it corrected the issue.
P.S I have the 40in, but they are exactly the same except for size.
Best reasons to buy this TV:
1) First and foremost this TV has AMAZING picture quality when set correctly.
2) Superb contrast! Deeply detailed blacks (Caveat) and clear bright whites = AMAZING PQ!
3) 120hz processing! I know some have said it?s a gimmick, but I guarantee you I won?t ever buy another TV without it. What you will find is that some programming is better seen with it on while some are better seen without it and still others will be better half half, but that will be up to you to decide. 120hz processing has a 3D effect that it is awe inspiring when seen with select HD programming. When you have it on I can?t think of any other way to describe it other than what others have called ?hyper real.? It?s a must have in my book.
4) Clean & crisp as a computer monitor but ONLY through HDMI @ 1080P (with a caveat.)
5) Very sleek design. The red is not very noticeable and even when it is it still looks great.
6) You can upgrade your firmware via USB drive and Samsung just released a new one NOV.
Other pluses:
1) The remote design is pretty good. It is sleek black, easy in the hand, and is backlit.
2) Glass stand swivel is something I didn?t think I needed but has come in handy.
3) Plenty of picture adjustments and each source remembers its own separate settings.
4) Quiet, there is zero buzz noise like my outgoing LCD.
Reasons not to buy this TV:
1) Huge smearing Problem. Took me two full weeks to realize I wasn?t the only one. It really only makes itself shown under certain circumstances but can be reduced by adjusting some picture settings. Here is an example I recorded.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC2xSGXrZWU
I was going to return it just because of this, but after working around it I am willing to give a little bit, because it only happens during fast, dark scenes with certain colors and when it does happen it?s not TOO bothersome. I?m a gamer and 75% of the reason I bought this was to game better and I?m somewhat satisfied.
2) Slow on screen menu. Its painful sometimes how unresponsive it can be.
3) Here is my caveat for the computer display. Everything is super sharp until you get certain color text on certain color backgrounds. There are too many variables to explain here but red text is the biggest offender.
Macro shot down to the pixels on my display of the problem here.
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2007-3/1247168/CROPPED1.jpg
Keep in mind those are single pixels that are shot really close up and magnified.
4) This is my caveat for the good black levels. After researching online via forums galore I came across something interesting that some people call a ?Panel lottery.? Apparently, Samsung out sources some of the work to other panel manufacturers and some have ?bluish blacks.? If mine had this I would return it immediately. I think if you are interested in buying one I recommend doing some research on this.
Other small dislikes:
1) I have tried contacting Samsung via email and their responses were not helpful and slow to get back. I have not tried to call them.
2) The shiny bezel is a dust magnet. I constantly clean it because it looks so much dustier than everything surrounding it.
3) VGA is not an option as a PC connection. Absolutely, invest in a DVI to HDMI cable/dongle.
4) Buttons on the TV itself are touch sensitive and are hard to see and press.
Other thoughts:
1) With all these different adjustments take your time to find your perfect settings and write them down somewhere.
2) I registered mine online with Samsung and they extended my warranty by 3 months
3) The screen is slightly glossy and WILL reflect direct light. But, it helps with the black levels.
P.S. I will post this on a few other places so don?t be shocked if you see it elsewhere.
Hope this helps!
Updated on Dec 30, 2009
Because of this I would rate this TV 4 1/2 Stars. (It spends a majority of the day in PC mode)4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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i am in love with a tv
by CarbonScooby on October 8, 2009
Pros: PRICE! i got this for only $1,099 at Frys!! and amazing picture, 24f 1080p mode with my samsung bdp1500 bluray player, AMAZING color and contrast, yahoo widgets, 120hz, FOUR HDMI inputs!
Cons: the ToC red bezel is bothersome because it doesnt really match anything, but when youre watching something you dont even notice it
Summary: for the price this is the best deal i couldve gotten, i also am a huge samsung fan and they make top notch displays, the colors are great, easy to ...
Summary: for the price this is the best deal i couldve gotten, i also am a huge samsung fan and they make top notch displays, the colors are great, easy to calibrate on my own with the DVE bluray hd essentials disc, the contrast and colors are awesome, 120hz is perfect for everything i watch, i'm seriously in the process of watching every bluray movie i own over again because it just looks THAT good in 1080p on this set, and even 1080i sources like Netflix HD instant watch look great from my xbox 360, the brightness and contrast also make it easy on the eye to watch, plus it has widgets! even connecting my macbook pro to the display looks great, and it has FOUR hdmi inputs! also my living room is pretty bright and i dont catch glare that easy as long as the window behind me is dark, light from the side doesnt effect the tv too much, i'm glad i waited for the price to go down, i still cant find it cheaper anywhere, and buy your hdmi cables at MONOPRICE!
the showroom and the settings they use at a store does not do this tv justice, it is twice as good in your living room, trust me2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazing Picture
by jlh130 on May 13, 2009
Pros: The picture is exceptional. I enjoy the ability to change the levels of the 120hz.
Cons: The e-manual on a flash drive, as opposed to a traditional paper copy, makes it a little difficult to navigate through when looking for a specific item. The sound could be better, but it's not a stereo, it's a TV...
Summary: I'm not a techie, but this is the 3rd LCD television in my home. Compared to my Sony W series and Phillips TV, this TV hands down has the ...
Summary: I'm not a techie, but this is the 3rd LCD television in my home. Compared to my Sony W series and Phillips TV, this TV hands down has the best picture thus far. I am completely sold on Samsung's from this point on.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Manufacturing defects
by GauravsReview on October 27, 2009
Pros: Contrast Ratio
Cool Looks
USB connectivity
4 HDMICons: Manufacturing defects
Abes Of Maine return policy
Bad Customer ServiceSummary: Generally the reviews I write are limited to mentioning pros and cons. The reason that I am giving this review so much value because I do not want other folks ...
Summary: Generally the reviews I write are limited to mentioning pros and cons. The reason that I am giving this review so much value because I do not want other folks to go through what I am currently feeling. Coming to the point,after a lot of research and window shopping, I bought a brand new TV(Samsung LN46B650) from Abes of Maine a couple of weeks ago. It came on time and undamaged (physically). I (fondly), hooked it up to power and turned it on. It felt fine with just stars on the screen(as expected) and I turned it off. This would have taken a minute or two. I called the Cable guys and got it installed urgently but only to see that after a couple of minutes the TV shows really annoying flickers. I checked everything and the cable guy also tried everything he knew but to no avail. We called Samsung and the call center lady spilled the beans by saying that there is a fault with the video card on this TV model (may be on few sets and not all) which is known to samsung. When I asked her as to why they are still selling the TV without the fix, she had no proper reply. Not only the TV showed flickers, after a few more minutes the entire screen was white with colors floating around. I called Abes Of Maine and they asked me to contact Samsung as they cannot do anything about it. They have a no return / exchange policy on TVs (I have also sent an email and I am awaiting their reply). It has been almost a week and Samsung has done nothing about it. I have called them 4-5 times and in the subsequent calls they have denied that there was any preexisting issue with the TV. Well, regardless of if was preexisting or not, samsung service is not professional or courteous. They were not even apologetic about my frustration due to their product.
The return policy of AbesOfMaine for TVs is not customer friendly at all. I cannot comment about the product quality yet but seeing their customer support, I am not going to buy any more samsung products.I can certainly request potential TV buyers to buy TV from stores who have a good return policy (Costco etc.) and avoid buying TV online.
Its been more than 2 weeks and our case with Samsung is still unresolved. Their engineer showed up and stated that he can possibly fix it but more problems show up later in most of these cases.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Was great for 2 months
by wiibort on October 24, 2009
Pros: Great picture, until it goes bad.
Cons: Guaranteed to go bad.
Summary: The Samsung LN46B650 has an amazing picture as long as it is working correctly. Problem is, it probably won't last very long. Had mine for 2 months and the ...
Summary: The Samsung LN46B650 has an amazing picture as long as it is working correctly. Problem is, it probably won't last very long. Had mine for 2 months and the screen developed a series of black horizontal lines that covers the right half of the screen. Replacement screens are on back-order, which means there is no guarantee that it can even be repaired. Now looking at Sony for better build quality.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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$1298 at Brandsmart! Purchased based on reviews.
by Michael Sosa on July 17, 2009
Pros: Good price! $1298 at Brandsmart in Miami, FL. Lightweight, nice remote, I actually like the red coloration which is only visible in daylight (matches furniture), and have not noticed any issues with glossy screen as my living room is not too bright.
Cons: Included software CD is PC only! I'm a Mac user, and it appears I won't be able to stream movies and pictures directly from my computer to the LCD due to lack of Mac support by Samsung.
Summary: At $1298, not worth paying $500 more for the 750 or $700 more for the LED 6000, although I was tempted, since the quality difference was visible even to my ...
Summary: At $1298, not worth paying $500 more for the 750 or $700 more for the LED 6000, although I was tempted, since the quality difference was visible even to my untrained eye. Still, the LCD 650 looked better than most other LCD I saw at Best Buy except for some Plasmas and Samsung's higher models (750, 6000, 7000, 8000).
Internal memory at 189 mebabytes a bit low, especially since memory is so cheap. TV should have had at least 1 gig. My external hard drive for computer use is Firewire, so I can't connect it to the TV. Do I have to purchase a flash drive and permanently affix it to the TV? I need more memory for some of the media content available which I enjoy. My favorite is the Art, but the children entertainment programs are also nice.
Updated on Jul 17, 20091 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Samsung makes great TVs... 5 stars for this model!
by Cadssdac on May 28, 2009
Pros: -The picture quality is awesome on this model
-The "auto-motion plus" (AMP) feature is improved over the 2008 model by allowing you to fine-tune the settings more.
-The swivel base is nice, too.
-Game mode" helps eliminate the lag when playing games.Cons: -The sound on the TV is a little flat, and doesn't have much bass.
Summary: I need to start out with my favorite feature on the TV: Customized Auto-Motion Plus. For those of you not familiar with the feature, it's what Samsung calls their ...
Summary: I need to start out with my favorite feature on the TV: Customized Auto-Motion Plus. For those of you not familiar with the feature, it's what Samsung calls their 120hz capabilities. If you look at older LCD TV screens you might find that the picture tends to look blurry or judders in fast motion sequences. This technology, found in most middle and high-end LCD HDTVs in 2009, adds in extra frames to smooth out the motion.
http://review-samsung-lcd-tv.blogspot.com/
credit1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Dead out of Box
by mikeodean on September 19, 2009
Pros: Picture looked good in the store
Cons: Had to take back NG
Summary: will try a replacement
Summary: will try a replacement
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Stylishly designed and incredible to watch.
by franco_beck on September 23, 2009
Pros: Fun to operate and enjoy...amazing picture...the best.
Cons: Network Tv is so horrible..but until there's browser support, that will always be the issue w/ aany TV.
Summary: Samsung is to LCD monitors and TVs what Sony was to CRT TVs
w/ Trinitron XBRs etc.Summary: Samsung is to LCD monitors and TVs what Sony was to CRT TVs
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Very Good LCD with excellent Off Angle
by gonzofever on August 18, 2009
Pros: Alot of features built in with an excellent picture quality
Cons: Wall Mount is a pain, but i have a solution,, read on!
Summary: I googled and found on DIYNETWORK.COM under the STUD FINDER link that there is a video by a contestant that shows how to built a niche for my AV ...
Summary: I googled and found on DIYNETWORK.COM under the STUD FINDER link that there is a video by a contestant that shows how to built a niche for my AV stuff and wall mounting, This helped me alot.
http://www.diynetwork.com/stud-finder-2009-be-the-next-do-it-yourself-star-vote/package/index.html?pn=1&pageref=Photo_Video-1037292&vw_arrange_order=DESC&vw_sort_order=MOST_RECENT
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: LN46B650T1FXZA
- Description: Samsung's LN46B650 takes your HDTV enjoyment - and capabilities - to new heights. The power of Full HD 1080p resolution delivers clear, vivid images on a 46-inch LCD screen. Auto Motion Plus 120Hz technology renders the smoothest, most lifelike HD action. DLNA technology means you can harness your entire home network through your HDTV. Connect your DVD, cable or satellite HD box, or Blu-ray Disc player easily, using any of four HDMI inputs. And highlight nearly any room in the house with a unique red accent at the bezel's edge, courtesy of the Touch of Color design.
General
- Product type LCD TV
- Diagonal Size 45.9 in - Widescreen
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 44.5 in x 3.1 in x 28.8 in x 42.8 lbs, Panel with stand - 44.5 in x 10.9 in x 30.8 in x 53.8 lbs
Display
- Technology TFT active matrix
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p
- LCD Refresh Rate 120Hz
- LCD Pixel Response Time 4 ms
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio 100000:1
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Display Menu Language English, Spanish, French
- Analog Video Signal Composite video, S-Video
- V-Chip Control Yes
TV Tuner
- Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Video Features
- Video Interface HDMI, Component, Composite
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Input Video Formats 1080p
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
Audio System
- Speaker(s) Bottom speakers
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround HD
- Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ), 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 2 x Hi-Speed USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Rear, 1 x Network, VGA input ( 15 pin D-Sub (DB-15) )
- PC Interface USB, VGA (HD-15)
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital video playback
- Connectivity Protocols USB
Memory Card Reader
- USB Port Yes
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
Miscellaneous
- HDCP Compatible Yes
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 55.5 in
- Depth (Shipping) 10.2 in
- Height (Shipping) 33.1 in
- Weight (Shipping) 65.5 lbs
Sustainability
- CNET Power Saver Yes
- CNET Labs: Operational power consumption 174.1 Watt
- CNET Labs: Calibrated power consumption 119.96 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power Save Mode power consumption 94.86 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.15 Watt
- CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost 37.62 US Dollars
- Greenpeace policy rating (Dec 2009) 5.1
Product series
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 45.9 in, 120Hz, 1080p, 4 ms
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 39.9 in, 120Hz, 1080p, 4 ms, Yes
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 120Hz, 1080p, 4 ms
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 22 in, 120Hz, 720p, Wide Color Gamut-CCFL, 8 ms, Yes
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 19 in, 120Hz, 720p, Wide Color Gamut-CCFL, 8 ms, Yes
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 120Hz, 1080p, Wide Color Gamut-CCFL, 4 ms, Yes
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Manufacturer: Samsung
Specs: LCD TV, 55 in, 120Hz, 1080p, Wide Color Gamut-CCFL, 4 ms, Yes
Accessories
- APC AV Pro Interconnects video / audio cable - 16.4 ft (32082590)39.99 - 123.99
- APC AV Pro Interconnects video / audio cable - 23 ft (32082782)49.99 - 139.99
- APC AV Pro Interconnects video / audio cable - 3.3 ft (32107716)54.44 - 72.83
- Accell AVGrip Pro video / audio cable - HDMI - 3.3 ft (33952395)20.24 - 25.71
- Accell Green Cables video / audio cable - HDMI - 10 ft (33435495)12.45 - 16.57
- ADCOM GFR-700 (31966032)1399.00 - 1588.00
- Adcom GFR-700HD (32082704)1999.99 - 2899.00
- Denon AVR-1910 (black) (33650441)429.00 - 549.99
- Denon AVR-2309CI (33043396)594.88 - 699.00
- Denon AVR-2310CI (33650440)574.00 - 849.99
Manufacturer info
- Samsung
- Manufacturer profile
- Browse Samsung products on Shopper.com
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- Website: http://www.samsungusa.com/
- Address:
105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 - Phone: 1-800-726-7864
- Fax: 1-973-601-6001
