Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
- 63-inch high definition TV with 1080p resolution
- Four HDMI, two component, and one composite video input; two 15W bottom speakers and SRS TruSurround HD for a rich surround-sound experience
- Samsung E-panel technology like FilterBright, 600Hz Subfield Motion, .001 response time, and a Mega dynamic contrast ratio
- Anynet+ (CEC standard) technology makes system control of compatible A/V devices like a Blu-ray player or HTIB system a one-touch operation
- One-year parts and labor warranty
Samsung’s new PN63B550 plasma flat panel HDTV redefines our commiTMent to design, performance, and cost of ownership. Its 63 inches of 1080p Full HD picture performance makes it the perfect large living room centerpiece. The attractive Touch of ColorTM design adds a subtle clear-to-charcoal gray accent to the set’s bezel. Enjoy brilliant, film-like images in Full HD resolution. Samsung’s breakthrough mega dynamic contrast ratio offers a more accurate color tonal range, deeper blacks and shadow details. The new E-Panel technology featuring our innovative FiterBrightTM technology reduces glare in brighter rooms and delivers a better picture while using less energy. Add 4 advanced HDMI inputs that feature Samsung’s AnynetTM+ (CEC standard) technology making system control of compatible A/V devices like a Blu-ray player or HTIB system a one-touch operation. Experience Full 1080p performance on Samsung’s new B550 series plasma HDTVs that are easy on the environment and easy on the wallet.
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List Price: $ 3,299.99
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busy dad
September 24, 2010
Review by busy dad for Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
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I have lived with this tv for only a week now but I would like to say I researched to no end for a tv that is over 60 inches.The other choices were the 65 inch sharp lcd and the 65 inch panny plasma. I have compared this tv to the others with the same feed and similar settings and the samsung wins in my eyes. The colors on this tv are more vibrant then the lg ,kuro, and panny.
I would say the panel and stand are a very nice glossy black with the option to swivel to some extent. The tv arrived connected to the stand which made setup very easy. The menu used to change settings is very user friendly as well. I like how you can label each input source this way it is obvious which input works with each device. The BD playback on this tv is excellent. I could go on and on.
There is a B590 which inlcudes cinema smooth and a screen which is ultra filter bright plus as opposed to ultra filter bright. You will not notice the difference.
BTW, I also saw this tv side by side with last years 63A650 playing same feed using same settings mode. It was not even close in my eyes. The 63b550 looked sharper, brighter, colors were more vibrant etc…
RightCoast
September 24, 2010
Review by RightCoast for Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
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You know that electronic hum your old CRT would make back in the day? Take that and times it by 100 and you’ll have the buzz emanating from the back of this monster. The picture is fantastic, but the buzz is UNBEARABLE (think 20′ away at normal volume levels and it’s clear as day!). Unfortunately this is a VERY common problem and if you venture over to AVSForum you’ll find threads dedicated to this issue. Consensus is that the power supply is the culprit and it gets worse the more white (more power to make a white screen) you have in your picture.
I managed to quell the roar by wedging a roll of scotch tape between the lower left hand side of the TV and the wall, which would seem to indicate the power supply is causing the outer housing to vibrate. Regardless, some have found this trick to work, some haven’t, and some haven’t had a problem at all.
So all in all the picture like I said is beautiful, and with the roll of tape I’m happy as a clam. Once I have the time and once I hear people getting replacements that address and not duplicate the issue, I’ll give Samsung a ring.
Now that I think about it, I should call them now…I really shouldn’t have to wedge a roll of tape behind my TV to make it right. Taking the buzz away from the review and I’d give this TV five starts all day long. Picture is truly mesmerizing.
Caveat Emptor
Chris Vidal
September 24, 2010
Review by Chris Vidal for Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
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I ordered my Samsung PN63B550 a week ago and it arrived 5 days later. Amazon ordering was easy and tracking my order online was very accurate on their delivery time. My tv was delivered two days before the actual delivery date from Amazon. It was ship by Pilot delivery service and they only sent one person to carry my tv from the delivery truck to inside my home. I had to help assist the delivery guy to take it out of it’s packing material and place it on top of the stand. That was only thing i was dissappointed with I would suggest you call Amazon first before ordering and ask for a white glove deliver service instead. This was my first Samsung plasma Tv and I am thorougly satisfied with my order picture is wonderfull and movies on HD never looked so good on this 63″ mammoth. If your looking for the best Tv for watching sports and movies look no further. I also saved $700 dollars when ordering through Amazon compared to Best Buy and Frys Electronics. Hands down the best Plasma Samsung has ever made. To many features to list like mega dynamic contrast and 600hz motion picture and 24fps for more relistic movie experience and uses 50% less energery compared to last year models.
Peter K
September 24, 2010
Review by Peter K for Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
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Ordered from Amazon, trucked by CEVA. Was nervous about ordering a monster like this as expected trucking damage. CEVA called 4 days earlier than claimed delivery and delivered 1 hour earlier than the delivery window that day. One big guy in truck. He unloaded it onto a cart and got it into the house. I helped unpack and lift it onto the tv stand. He stayed until everything hooked up and verified it was all working before I had to sign the delivery ticket. PAINLESS:)
Had not seen the 63″ in a store. Replaced a 50″ Sony rear projection. WOW what a difference. Blu-ray and over-the-air HD are phenomenol. Played the Pirates of the Caribbean last movie and the details are incredible. Great color, really dark blacks. Even cable standard definition is easily watchable but grainier on such a large screen. Absolutely no image retention – plasmas used to be susceptible to that and have been really looking for any. I am just mizing up what we watch for the break-in to reduce any chance of image retention. Watched a movie with top-bottom black bars the first night and no left over images at all. No buzzing or other screen noises. No fans. The stand does swivel and is a nice useful feature.
Negatives? Well no picture in picture :(. I knew that. Why is it that none of the manufacturers make true PinP TVs anymore? Especially with such large screens. Will really miss that come football season. You can get a version of dual picture in the more expensive Samsung models but it is crude and not very useful. The screen is not a matt finish, it is very dark but somewhat glossy. So, you do get some reflections. Not a problem for me as I have window drapes for movie watching. I don’t bother closing the drapes for news-weather-channel surfing. The speakers are okay but kind of tinney. You will want a surround sound system to go with this.
Could not be happier with this set. LOVE IT.
Pete
Ric
September 24, 2010
Review by Ric for Samsung PN63B550 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
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I have had my 63B550 for about two weeks now. The picture is amazing. The colors are great, and it’s a bright set. No signs of IR at all. I’d recommend it.
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