1/18/2010

Samsung PN50B650 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV Review

Samsung PN50B650 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV Features

  • 50-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 Ultra FilterBright Plus, 600Hz Subfield Motion, .001 response time, and a Mega dynamic contrast ratio
  • Medi@2.0 connectivity package offers customizable online content via user-friendly "widgets," networking capability via the DLNA standard
  • One-year parts and labor warranty
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Samsung PN50B650 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV Description

Samsung's new PN50B650 plasma flat panel HDTV exemplifies the design and performance refinements for those with discerning tastes and a passion for innovation. Picture your favorite room filled with 50 inches of 1080p Full HD picture performance artistically accented in a new Touch of ColorTM design. Samsung's 6 Series E-Panel technology delivers improvements with our Ultra FiterBrightTM technology that further reduces glare in brighter rooms and our advanced Crystal Full HD Engine expands the picture viewing experience with less power consumption. The new Medi@2.0 connectivity package offers customizable online content via user-friendly 'widgets,' networking capability via the DLNA standard, and playback of your camera and camcorder via USB 2.0. Add 4 advanced HDMI inputs that feature Samsung's Anynet+ (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 and advanced connectivity on Samsung's new B650 series plasma HDTVs that are designed to meet higher pride of ownership expectations and lower the cost of ownership.


Key Features

  • Screen Size: 50 inches
  • Full 1080p HD (Learn more)
  • Response Time: A fast .001ms response time optimizes fast motion video content.
  • Built-in digital tuner: No external box needed
  • 600Hz Subfield Motion for clear high contrast motion pictures.
  • Ultra FilterBright panel further minimizes glare and reflections.
  • Game Mode enhances dark areas, sharpens the picture, speeds up the image processing response and enhances the sounds of your games. Picture and sound quality optimized for the special needs of gaming systems at the touch of a button.
  • USB 2.0 Movie for playing MP3, MPEG movies and displaying JPEG files through the USB 2.0.
  • Touch of Color (ToC): Samsung's unique manufacturing process accents the surrounding bezel with a stylish red tone. (Learn more)
  • Wide Color Enhancer 3 optimizes a given color's hue, resulting in more natural rendering of colors. (Learn more)
  • Audio: Two 10-watt stereo speakers (for 20 watts of total power) plus SRS TruSurround HD.
  • SRS TruSurround HD creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog.
  • DLNA-Compatible for better interopability with electronics, computers and mobile devices from many different manufacturers 
  • Content Library (1GB Flash Memory): stores limited amount of pictures and video for playback.
  • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) allows the TV's remote control to operate at the push of one button, peripheral AV devices such as a DVD player featuring HDMI-CEC.
  • Trilingual on-screen displays in English, Spanish or French.
  • Energy Star Compliant: reduces energy consumption by up to 40% compared with prior year PDP TVs.
  • Swivel stand included.
  • Warranty: 1 year parts and labor, backed by Samsung toll-free support
  • Medi@2.0 lets you enjoy more with Internet TV, allowing you to receive content via Yahoo!, Flickr, and more via on-screen TV widgets. (Learn more)
Connections
A wide variety of multimedia devices can be connected to the set through any one of the three HDMI inputs, and the handy Anynet+ feature (HDMI-CEC) lets you control all your CEC-enabled peripherals--such as a DVD or Blu-ray player--using just one remote. HDMI is the best performing interface for displaying an HD source on an HDTV.
  • HDMI (Digital A/V): 4 (1 side A/V connection, 3 rear A/V connections)
  • Component Video and Audio: 2 rear
  • Composite A/V: 1
  • USB: 2 (picture/movie)
  • PC RGB input: 1
  • Ethernet (LAN): 1
  • Digital audio (optical): 1
Dimensions

  • TV without stand: 48.4 x 29.8 x 2.9 inches (WxHxD); 73.2 pounds
  • TV with stand: 48.4 x 32.2 x 11.4 inches (WxHxD); 84.2 pounds 

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