Samsung PN60E550
Manufacturer: Samsung Part number: PN60E550D1F
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Samsung PN60E550 price range: $1,197.99 - $1,199.00
- Reviewed by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 08/30/2012
- Updated on:09/05/2012
The good: The Samsung PNE550 plasma TV is an excellent value for this level of performance and features. Its picture quality is anchored by solid black levels, accurate color, and perfect off-angle viewing and uniformity. It boasts the industry's most capable Smart TV platform featuring exclusive access to HBO Go. Samsung includes two pairs of 3D glasses.
The bad: The image of the Samsung PNE550 washes out significantly in normal room lighting. It can't match the black-level performance of the best like-priced plasmas. Its 3D performance is mediocre and the glasses feel cheap. The PNE550 also uses significantly more power than a like-sized LCD or LED TV.
The bottom line: While not quite the best in its class, the Samsung PNE550 plasma still merits a look with its very good picture quality, sophisticated Smart TV platform, and attractive price.
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9 stars
Great TV, Awesome Value
by Srqbryman on December 3, 2012
Pros: Picture, set-up, apps, value
Cons: Only comes with 1 pair of glasses. Connectivity issues between wireless keyboard and some of the Apps
Summary: I replaced a 5 year old 40" Samsung LCD 720p which, at the time, was viewed as a very good set and had a price to match. I researched extensively ...
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Summary: I replaced a 5 year old 40" Samsung LCD 720p which, at the time, was viewed as a very good set and had a price to match. I researched extensively for months and decided to go with plasma this time, because I can control the lighting in my family room and you get more "bang for the buck" over LCD, IMO. I got a great deal from HH G, who threw in Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse for twenty bucks along with the Samsung Blu-Ray 3-D DVD which was included in the bundle already. I have a Camry and went right in the trunk with the seats folded down (of coarse, the box was left at the store- You need 33" of width to do this). The set-up took less than an hour and that's prety impressive since I had to untangle the mess from my prior TV, which is paired with a Bose sound system, DVD and Wii gaming console. The wi-fi sync for both the TV and DVD player was a breeze. The picture is awesome (it was between this and the Panasonic ST50 and I'm glad I stuck with Samsung, given the ease of set-up and the controls), the 3-D is impressive as well. I've read the reviews of this TV and my thoughts are these: There's no issue with the stand, at all, being "wobbly". It even swivels seemlessly and, for a 60" TV, that's pretty impressive. Not sure what the "humming" noise complaint is as I haven't experience that. There are two adapters which come with this TV (meant to cancel-out electronic interference- They connect to the power cord) and perhaps the issue lies therein. One issue do see if that some of the Apps don't support the wireless keyboard- not sure what that's about, so I need to do some digging. You also need for than a pair of 3-D glasses if you have a family but those are my only two quibbles here. I used to have to turn on my DVD player, wait for it to boot up, then change the source on my TV and Bose system to watch a DVD or play Wii. No more: This TV works with what I have and does it automatically. The price is considerably less than a comparable LCD/LED w/ 240hz, so, if you can limit direct sunlight, this is the way to go, hands-down.
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- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: PN60E550D1F
- Description: Samsung delivers the connected power of Smart TV, along with amazing 3D, in the PN60E550 Plasma 3D TV. Samsung Smart TV is your portal to online content, sharing and chatting with friends, plus streaming movies, music - and so much more. The attractive picture quality of Full HD 1080p resolution teams up with improved black levels and Cinema Smooth technology. With Samsung's immersive active Full HD 3D experience, entertainment can go beyond your wildest expectations.
General
- TV type Plasma
- Screen size 60 in
Features
- 3D Yes
- Connectivity Built-in Wi-Fi
- Internet streaming services Samsung SmartTV
- Smart TV Yes
- Skype details Skype ready,
Web camera sold separately - Samsung VG-STC2000 - TV features Samsung Smart Content and Signature service,
Samsung Smart Hub,
Web browser,
SRS TheaterSound HD,
Down Firing + Full Range speaker,
AllShare Play,
Anynet+ technology,
ConnectShare Movie,
Auto channel search,
Real Black Filter,
Wide Color Enhancer Plus,
Eco Sensor,
Cinema Smooth - 3D glasses & accessories 3D glasses (2pcs) included
Video
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Native resolution 1920 x 1080
- Resolution 1080p
- Motion Enhancement Technology 600Hz Subfield Motion
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Widescreen Widescreen
- HDCP compatible Yes
TV Tuner
- TV tuner presence Yes
- HDTV Tuner Yes
Audio
- Speaker(s) 2 x Main channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
- Surround mode Yes
- Sound effects SRS TheaterSound HD
- Total output power 20 Watt
Connectivity
- HDMI ports qty 3
- Input/Output connections 3 x HDMI input (19 pin HDMI Type A),
1 x Component video input,
1 x Composite video input,
1 x Digital audio output (optical) (TOSLINK),
2 x USB 2.0 (4 pin USB Type A),
1 x Network (RJ-45),
1 x Audio line-in (Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) - Video interface HDMI,
Component,
Composite Convenience
- Closed captioning Yes
- Parental channel lock Yes
- V-chip control Yes
Remote Control
- Type Standard remote control
- Second remote control type None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support 1 year warranty
- Service & support details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Stands & Mounts
- Stand included Included
- Stand design Tabletop
- Stand features Swivel
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 55.1 in x 2.2 in x 32.9 in - Without stand
- Weight 66.1 lbs
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width 59.1 in
- Depth 16.9 in
- Height 38 in
- Weight 94.6 lbs
Sustainability
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2011) 4.1
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2012) 4.2
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