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Buzzzzzes just like last years models. Looks good while off. Still need to get this thing dialed-in but after a basic setup using a calibration disc, the picture quality is decent. Blacks are ok. Nothing spectacular about this entry level 1080p set.
Rating: 3 / 5

I want to say right off the bat that this review has nothing to do with the picture quality of the unit as I am unable to even set it up.

First of all, Amazon’s shipping estimates are deceiving. Amazon said that the estimated delivery date was yesterday, but that actually isn’t the day it will arrive to your house. It is actually the day it arrives at the local delivery company. If you’re lucky they will deliver it the next day. Not a huge deal but something to be cautious of if you have to make arrangements to be home.

The second problem has to do with Samsung’s bad quality control and customer service. We opened the box to find out that it was lacking the bracket necessary to mount the TV to the stand. When we called Samsung they told us it would take 10-12 business days to get the part to us and I was even told I might have to pay for it (again). The lady was also very rude and kept telling me that I purchased an “open box item” when I clearly did not and she kept assuring me I was wrong. I wonder if this is normally the way they treat their customers?

So now we have to put the TV back in the box and let it take up space for another 2 weeks while Samsung takes their time shipping us a little piece of plastic. Or, we could head to Best Buy and spend another $300 + tax on a new stand. Way to go Samsung.

Entry level product or not, you should not have to put up with this kind of stuff when spending over $1k on a single electronics item.
Rating: 1 / 5

LIST OF FEATURES

=> Excellent Digital Interface & Networking – With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

=> Media Play – Allows you to play music files, pictures, and movies saved on a USB device.

=> AllShare – Connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones/devices through a network. On your TV, you can view call arrivals, SMS messages and schedules set on your mobile phones. In addition, you can play media content including videos, photos and music saved on your mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by controlling them on the TV via the network. Additionally, you can use your TV for browsing web pages in your mobile phones.

=> Anynet+ – Enables you to control all connected Samsun devices that support Anynet+ with your Samsung TV’s remote. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it.

=> Self Diagnosis – You can check to make sure picture and sound operate normally.

ACCESSORIES

=> Remote Control

=> Owner’s Instructions

=> Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide

=> Cleaning Cloth

=> Power Cord

=> Blanking Bracket

=> TV-Holder & Screw

=> Cable Tie

=> Ferrite Core* for Power Cord & AV Cable (3EA)

=> Stand

*Ferrite Core – Used to shield the cables from interference. When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the Power Cord / AV cable near the plug.

INPUT CABLES (SOLD SEPARATELY)

=> HDMI

=> HDMI-DVI

=> Component

=> Composite (AV)

=> Coaxial (RF)

=> VGA

CONNECTING TO AV DEVICES

=> Using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable – HD connection (up to 1080p): Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB satellite receiver

=> Using a Component (up to 1080p) or Audio/Visual (480i only) cable – Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, Home Theater

=> Using an Optical Cable (Digital) or Audio (Analog) Cable Connection – Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, DVD Home Theater

=> Using an EX-Link Cable Connection: Available devices – External devices that support EX-Link

CONNECT TO A PC USING AN HDMI/DVI CABLE OR D-SUB CABLE

=> Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input) – Optimal resolution is 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz.

CONNECTION SOURCE LIST

=> TV

=> PC

=> AV1

=> AV2

=> Component1

=> Component2

=> HDMI1/DVI

=> HDMI2

=> HDMI3

=> HDMI4

=> USB

NETWORK CONNECTION: You can set up your TV so that it can access the Internet through your local are network (LAN) using a wired to wireless connection.

=> Connecting to a Wired Network – You can attach your TV to your LAN using CAT 5 cable.

=> Connecting to a Wireless Network – To connect your TV to your network wirelessly, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN), which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB jack. Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately.

ADVANCED FEATURES: Connecting a USB Device

=> Connecting to your PC through a network – You can play pictures, music and videos saved on your PC on your TV through a network connection in the Media Play (USB) mode.
Rating: 5 / 5

In overall this product is probably the best value for the money! Great pictures, sound and many features.
Rating: 4 / 5

After about 6 months of searching I finally decided on this television. I was originally going to buy an LCD TV but in the end, the features and cost didn’t match up. Bottom line up front, the 2010 Samsung plasma screen (whether it’s the same as last year’s I can’t say) is great. A similar LCD was almost $900 more. As far as the buzzing goes, mine doesn’t buzz and I have it connected to a 10 year old Pioneer 5.1 receiver via optical cable. I personally believe that most of the buzzing is due to bad wiring or unshielded cable.

Samsung has made a super product and I always recomend this TV to my friends.

BTW, I am in the US Army and don’t work for Samsung or any other manufacturer.
Rating: 4 / 5