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2008 Samsung DLP's Discussion (HLxxA650/A750)

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#1 ·
Samsung announced to world on Jan 6th its 2008 series of DLP displays.





The Series 6 DLP HDTVs include the models HL50A650 (50 inches), HL56A650 (56 inches), HL61A650 (61 inches) and HL72A650 (72 inches).

The Series 7 LED DLP HDTVs include the HL61A750 (61 inches) and HL67A750 (67 inches - expected June 2008).


Press Links:
Gizmoto - Samsung Sticks With Rear-Screen Projectors, Shows New Series 6 and 7 Sets
Engadget HD - Samsung sticks by RPTV, intros HL67A750A / HL56A650A

Luminus - Luminus Devices Previews Third Generation of LED-Powered DLP® HDTVs from Samsung's 2008 Line-Up
Hometechanswers - Samsung Series 6 DLP HDTV - 4 New Models for 2008
Hometechanswers - Samsung Series 7 LED DLP HDTV - 2 New Models for 2008



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SAMSUNG'S NEW DLP HDTVS LEAD THE WAY WITH IMPROVED FUNCTIONALITY, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND LOWER COST OF OWNERSHIP

Commitment to Advanced LED Technology and Enhanced Connectivity Make the New DLP™ HDTV Line-up a Remarkable Consumer Value


LAS VEGAS, January 6, 2008 - Expanding on last year's introduction of the world's first 3D-ready DLP HDTVs, Samsung Electronics continues its commitment to offering consumers choice, value, leading product designs and innovation within the DLP HDTV category by announcing its 2008 ―Series 6 and 7‖ line-up today. With a strategic focus on product performance and design, cost of ownership and energy efficiency, Samsung enters 2008 with excitement and vigor in regards to the company's leading position in the DLP category.


The new Series 6 and Series 7 DLP HDTVs offer consumers increased value while integrating innovative features that lead Samsung's portfolio of Micro Display and Flat Panel HDTV offerings for 2008. The Series 6 and 7 DLP HDTVs not only feature larger screens and Full HD 1080p clarity for sports, movies and gaming, they also offer the latest in networking and 3D technologies. Samsung's DLP HDTV lineup will be on display at Booth #11033 during the International Consumer Electronics Show held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 7 through 10.


Samsung is steadfastly committed to remaining a leader in the DLP space in 2008 and beyond with a strong investment in product development fueling the consistent introduction of innovative and affordable DLP HDTVs,‖ said Steve Panosian, director of Visual Display Marketing at Samsung Electronics America.


Building on the success of our innovative technology, we've incorporated several new upgrades, such as WiseLink 2.0 (USB) and HDMI V1.3 for enhanced connectivity, allowing consumers to access a wide range of content through their TVs. In addition, DLP has been proven to be an energy efficient HDTV category, and Samsung continues to focus on making DLP the most energy efficient possible.


Consumers will also enjoy a total 3-D experience, with the finest in sound and picture resolution,‖ added Panosian.


The 2008 6 and 7 series DLP TV will feature built-in 3-D technology and entertainment modes that automatically optimize both audio and video quality to deliver the best movie, sports, and gaming experience possible. The new remote design includes dedicated ―Entertainment Mode‖ buttons making split-second adjustments possible. Samsung's 3D-technology co-marketing plans include a starter kit accessory acclimating even novice users to this unique application.


Series 6 DLP HDTV Housed in a slim cabinet with a narrow bezel, the Series 6's hidden speakers make it aesthetically pleasing, as well as technologically advanced. Multimedia users will enjoy easy functionality with portable devices. MP3 players, PMPs, and thumb drives can all be used via the HDTV's WiseLink USB 2.0 input, while three HDMI-CEC side ports make it easy to plug in Blu-ray, HD-DVD players, HD camcorders and game consoles for immediate use. The Series 6 DLP HDTVs will be available in April and June in the following sizes: 50-inches, 56-inches, 61-inches and 72-inches (Model numbers: HL50A650, HL56A650, HL61A650 and HL72A650). Series 7 LED DLP HDTV


Samsung's Series 7 DLP HDTV has one of the most environmentally conscious designs on the market today. Consumers will find that this series' new Cinema Pure™ Color Engine powered by the long-lasting Generation 2.4 LED consistently outperforms its traditional lamp-based counterparts, delivering outstanding picture quality and continuous light output rated at over 60,000 hours.


Energy Star® compliance addresses efficiency while these state of the art HDTVs consumes approximately half the power of a 60-inch class plasma HDTV. This new LED DLP sets typically do not require interval lamp replacement and combined with low power consumption results in a lower cost of ownership for the consumer. At the same time, the Series 7 DLP HDTVs improve brightness by more than 40 percent and offer a wider color gamut for delivering a cinematic experience beyond other display technologies --all while using only 230 watts of power, resulting in both a


Greener HDTV -- energy consumption and cost of ownership message to the consumer. Adding to the functionality of our Series 7 DLP TVs is Simplay HDMI compliance, a new Remote with specially designed hot keys, and a new simplified user interface and menu system. The result of these enhancements enables control over all HDMI-CEC-compatible A/V devices for a simplified total system convenience experience. WiseLink 2.0 (USB) with codec support for MP3 and JPEG enables consumers to easily access files from their portable media and display the files on a brilliant big screen HDTV. The Series 7 DLP TVs will also feature a 1 Tuner PIP function. The Series 7 LED DLP HDTVs will be available in April and June in both 61-inches and 67-inches (Model numbers HL61A750 and HL67A750).


About Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., markets a broad range of award-winning, advanced digital consumer electronics and home appliance products, including HDTVs, home theater systems, MP3 players, refrigerators and laundry machines. A recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and technology, Samsung is the HDTV market leader in the U.S. and is the only manufacturer that produces all four major digital television technologies. Please visit www.samsung.com for more information.

50" Widescreen DLP HDTV with 1080p

Model Number: HL50A650

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MSRP: $1899.99


TV/Video

• Slim bezel (0.6"), “piano black” cabinet

• Slim depth – fits where others won’t™

• Samsung Cinema Smooth™ 1080p light engine:

- Full HD 1920 x 1080p digital format converter

for all inputs

- Single-panel DLP® design—crystal-clear picture

without any possibility of convergence errors

- Smooth, film-like images and ultra-quiet

operation

• Analog and full digital NTSC/ATSC Tuners with

Clear QAM (digital cable)

• Energy Star® Compliant (0.8 Watt standby)

• Single user interface for easy menu surfing

• Entertainment mode

• 3D ready—Future-proof your HD experience

Audio

• Watts per channel: 10W x 2

• SRS TruSurround XT™

• Hidden speaker system (DACS™)

Connections

• 3 HDMI inputs

- 480p/720p/1080i/1080p (60Hz/30Hz/24Hz)

input support

- HDMI with universal CEC system control

- Simplay certified

• 2-component video inputs

(480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p)

• 1 S-video input

• 2 A/V composite inputs

• Wiselink® USB 2.0

• PC (RGB/HDMI) input with 1080p Input Support

• RS232C interface for system control

56" Widescreen DLP HDTV with 1080p

Model Number: HL56A650

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MSRP: $2099.99


TV/Video

• Slim bezel (0.6"), “piano black” cabinet

• Slim depth – fits where others won’t™

• Samsung Cinema Smooth™ 1080p light engine:

- Full HD 1920 x 1080p digital format converter

for all inputs

- Single-panel DLP® design—crystal-clear picture

without any possibility of convergence errors

- Smooth, film-like images and ultra-quiet

operation

• Analog and full digital NTSC/ATSC Tuners with

Clear QAM (digital cable)

• Energy Star® Compliant (0.8 Watt standby)

• Single user interface for easy menu surfing

• Entertainment mode

• 3D ready—Future-proof your HD experience

Audio

• Watts per channel: 10W x 2

• SRS TruSurround XT™

• Hidden speaker system (DACS™)

Connections

• 3 HDMI inputs

- 480p/720p/1080i/1080p (60Hz/30Hz/24Hz)

input support

- HDMI with universal CEC system control

- Simplay certified

• 2-component video inputs

(480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p)

• 1 S-video input

• 2 A/V composite inputs

• Wiselink® USB 2.0

• PC (RGB/HDMI) input with 1080p Input Support

• RS232C interface for system control

Net dimensions and weight

(WxHxD)

TV (w/o foot): 50.4" x 34.9" x 13.4"

TV weight: 60.6 lbs.

TV (w/ foot): 50.4" x 34.9" x 14.0"

61" Widescreen DLP HDTV with 1080p

Model Number: HL61A650

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MSRP: $2299.99


TV/Video

• Slim bezel (0.6"), “piano black” cabinet

• Slim depth – fits where others won’t™

• Samsung Cinema Smooth™ 1080p light engine:

- Full HD 1920 x 1080p digital format converter

for all inputs

- Single-panel DLP® design—crystal-clear picture

without any possibility of convergence errors

- Smooth, film-like images and ultra-quiet

operation

• Analog and full digital NTSC/ATSC Tuners with

Clear QAM (digital cable)

• Energy Star® Compliant (0.8 Watt standby)

• Single user interface for easy menu surfing

• Entertainment mode

• 3D ready—Future-proof your HD experience

Audio

• Watts per channel: 10W x 2

• SRS TruSurround XT™

• Hidden speaker system (DACS™)

Connections

• 3 HDMI inputs

- 480p/720p/1080i/1080p (60Hz/30Hz/24Hz)

input support

- HDMI with universal CEC system control

- Simplay certified

• 2-component video inputs

(480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p)

• 1 S-video input

• 2 A/V composite inputs

• Wiselink® USB 2.0

• PC (RGB/HDMI) input with 1080p Input Support

• RS232C interface for system control

Net dimensions and weight

(WxHxD)

TV (w/o foot): 54.8" x 37.7" x 14.3"

TV weight: 68.8 lbs.

TV (w/ foot): 54.8" x 37.7" x 15.4"

61" LED Powered DLP HDTV with 1080p

Model Number: HL61A750

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MSRP: $2699.99


TV/Video

• “Piano Key Black” cabinet

• Slim depth and slim bezel (0.6") – fits where

others won’t™

• 1 Tuner Picture-in-Picture

• Samsung CinemaPure™ Color Engine:

- Reliable LED solid state illumination for long life

and up to 40% more color and 40% brightness

improvement

- Built-in light sensor with beam current feedback

insures stable light output over the life of the TV

- Full HD 1920 x 1080p digital format converter

for all inputs and TV sources

- Single-panel DLP® design—crystal-clear picture

without any possibility of convergence errors

- Smooth, high detail film-like image

• Analog and full digital NTSC/ATSC Tuners with

Clear QAM (local channel digital cable capable)

• Single user interface for easy menu surfing

• Energy Star® Compliant (0.8 Watt standby)

• Entertainment mode custom picture settings

• 3D ready—Future-proof your HD experience

Audio

• Watts per channel: 10W x 2

• SRS TruSurround XT™

• Hidden speaker system (DACS™)

Connections

• 3 HDMI inputs

- 480i/480p/1080i/1080p

(60Hz/30Hz/24Hz) input support

- HDMI with universal CEC system control

- Simplay certified for cross component

compatibility

• 2-component video inputs

(480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p)

• 2 S-video inputs

• 2 A/V composite inputs

• Wiselink® USB 2.0

• PC (RGB/HDMI) input with 1080p Input Support

• RS232C port for system control

Net dimensions and weight

(WxHxD)

TV (w/o foot): 54.8" x 37.8" x 14.4"

TV weight: 70.1 lbs.

TV (w/ foot): 54.8" x 37.8" x 15.4"

67" LED Powered DLP HDTV with 1080p

Model Number: HL67A750

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MSRP: $3199.99


TV/Video

• “Piano Key Black” cabinet

• Slim depth and slim bezel (0.6") – fits where

others won’t™

• 1 Tuner Picture-in-Picture

• Samsung CinemaPure™ Color Engine:

- Reliable LED solid state illumination for long life

and up to 40% more color and 40% brightness

improvement

- Built-in light sensor with beam current feedback

insures stable light output over the life of the TV

- Full HD 1920 x 1080p digital format converter

for all inputs and TV sources

- Single-panel DLP® design—crystal-clear picture

without any possibility of convergence errors

- Smooth, high detail film-like image

• Analog and full digital NTSC/ATSC Tuners with

Clear QAM (local channel digital cable capable)

• Single user interface for easy menu surfing

• Energy Star® Compliant (0.8 Watt standby)

• Entertainment mode custom picture settings

• 3D ready—Future-proof your HD experience

Audio

• Watts per channel: 10W x 2

• SRS TruSurround XT™

• Hidden speaker system (DACS™)

Connections

• 3 HDMI inputs

- 480i/480p/1080i/1080p

(60Hz/30Hz/24Hz) input support

- HDMI with universal CEC system control

- Simplay certified for cross component

compatibility

• 2-component video inputs

(480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p)

• 2 S-video inputs

• 2 A/V composite inputs

• Wiselink® USB 2.0

• PC (RGB/HDMI) input with 1080p Input Support

• RS232C port for system control
 
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#556 ·
yankeeman & NismoZ -


Nothing confirmed, but there was this from Erock1 a page or so back:


"On a side note. I stopped into BB last night and chatted up the Magnolia manager about the 61A750. They show 1 at their wharehouse for delivery next week. I asked about specs, specifically what TI chp and said that would be the deal breaker. He called their sammy sales rep (on speaker phone) and put the question to him. The sammy rep's answer was, TI DC4 for what it's worth."
 
#558 ·

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Originally Posted by Snow /forum/post/13426337


yankeeman & NismoZ -


Nothing confirmed, but there was this from Erock1 a page or so back:


"On a side note. I stopped into BB last night and chatted up the Magnolia manager about the 61A750. They show 1 at their wharehouse for delivery next week. I asked about specs, specifically what TI chp and said that would be the deal breaker. He called their sammy sales rep (on speaker phone) and put the question to him. The sammy rep's answer was, TI DC4 for what it's worth."

That is good info there. Hope the Samsung rep is right.
 
#559 ·

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sennat /forum/post/13426422


Amazon has shipped my HL61A750. Eagle/Ceva claims arrival expected 3/26.

It looks like you might be the first one on this board to actually get one. There was someone else who ordered off Crutchfield but supposedly Crutchfield is not getting it until 3/31.

I'm sure you'll be getting a ton of questions once it arrives!
 
#562 ·
At least in Tulsa... well, they are one short. I'm enjoying March Madness from my living room with my new HL61A750! I got mine from the 71st and 169 store even though I live in Owasso and they have one too they didn't want to deal with me like the other store did.


This is my first HD TV so I'm impressed as expected but I don't think I can comment on the specs too much since this is so new to me



I'd provide any comments that I can if somebody provides me the proper details.
 
#586 ·

At least in Tulsa... well, they are one short. I'm enjoying March Madness from my living room with my new HL61A750! I got mine from the 71st and 169 store even though I live in Owasso and they have one too they didn't want to deal with me like the other store did.


About the store you bought from, you said they did a deal for you. MSRP is supposed to be $2399. If you don't mind I would like you to send me a private message with the price you paid.

I may be able to do a price match. Thank you...
 
#564 ·

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Originally Posted by skellogg02 /forum/post/13427390


Didn't someone earlier in the thread say tentative street sale date was 03/19 for the 61 and 03/23 for the 67?


If that is the case, we may actually have a 61 in OUR store.


I have been off for 3 days but I will definitely check tomorrow.


If it is there, it will be opened.


Is that the bulb 650 or LED 750?
 
#572 ·
ztkp01,

Are you viewing in a dark enough room where you can comment on the black levels? If so, do you mind commenting on whether or not the leds are completely turning off when there is just black on the screen. If not, would you mind letting us know later on this evening if it does or not. Also whats your opinion on the screen uniformity (color shifts from edge to edge on white screen) and viewing angles? I think that many of us are wondering about this. Thanks in advance.
 
#573 ·
Also, please comment on the screen regarding glare. From the stock pics I've seen it seems Samsung put the reflective surface on the screen, like Dell used to do with their laptop monitors. The bezel is also reflective black, but is the screen also?


And you said you got the 750 - LED version, not the 650 - Lamp version, right?
 
#575 ·

Quote:
Originally Posted by displaytechfan /forum/post/13428248


ztkp01,

Are you viewing in a dark enough room where you can comment on the black levels? If so, do you mind commenting on whether or not the leds are completely turning off when there is just black on the screen. If not, would you mind letting us know later on this evening if it does or not. Also whats your opinion on the screen uniformity (color shifts from edge to edge on white screen) and viewing angles? I think that many of us are wondering about this. Thanks in advance.

I'm sitting in a 15' x 20' room with 4 windows (the two closest to the TV are closed at the moment. I got this yesterday afternoon but I wasn't able to test until about 9PM last night (i.e. dark). I'm guessing that some of what you are looking for is somewhat subjective in the black levels. I watched a few things last night and I thought that the colors were very good. I'm not sure what I should be looking for with respect to the black levels. However, watching the basketball games, there are a number of dark suits and the black on the refs outfits looks good.


I tried National Treasures via DVD and component cable (yep, got to upgrade this too). The blacks might have been a little dark using the defaults. The whites (i.e. snow scene at the beginning) looked good.
 
#576 ·

Quote:
Originally Posted by CyberCT /forum/post/13428269


Also, please comment on the screen regarding glare. From the stock pics I've seen it seems Samsung put the reflective surface on the screen, like Dell used to do with their laptop monitors. The bezel is also reflective black, but is the screen also?


And you said you got the 750 - LED version, not the 650 - Lamp version, right?

I'm pleased with the lack of glare on this unit. It is the HL61A750 model (i.e. LED).
 
#578 ·

Quote:
Originally Posted by rrock22 /forum/post/13427927


Info!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anything you can say about it would be very appreciated...even pics would be great! I was about to pull the trigger on the 6187 but now want to see about the new models before I decide. Thanks!!!

I'm not 100% sure how to attach pictures but I'll try.... ok, I give up!
 
#580 ·

Quote:
Originally Posted by JinSyracuse /forum/post/13428663


any chance of posting a pic of the specs page in the manual?


- Jeff

A quick review of the manual shows it's pretty much as the PDF file found earlier. I printed that out to see what I could find before buying. My memory was this was a how to guide vs. any specs. Did you look at this? If so, let me know what sections and I can provide details.
 
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