Reviews of the Samsung PN58B650
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CNET Review
The Good: Reproduces deep black levels; accurate color with superb saturation, properly handles 1080p/24 sources; uses less power than previous 1080p plasmas; extensive feature set with Yahoo widgets, network streaming and built-in content; solid connectivity with four HDMI and one PC input.
The Bad: Somewhat expensive; glitch in 1080p/24 mode causes picture setting change; frame's red coloration not for everyone; no S-Video inputs.
The Bottom Line: Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 87/100. Comparing these reviews to 204091 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 89/100 = Very Good.
Manufacturer: Samsung
Part number: PN58B650S1FXZA
General
- Product type Plasma TV
- Diagonal Size 58 in - Widescreen
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel with stand - 55.1 in x 13.2 in x 36.1 in x 101 lbs, Panel without stand - 55.1 in x 2.9 in x 33.4 in x 85.8 lbs
- Enclosure Color Platinum black
Display
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Pixel Response Time 0.001 ms
- Display Menu Language French, English, Spanish
- Analog Video Signal Composite video
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Additional Features Ultra FilterBright anti-glare technology, CinemaSmooth technology, Medi@2.0, USB 2.0, ToC design, Internet TV
TV Tuner
- Tuner Qty 1x analog, 1x digital
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
- Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Video Features
- Video Interface HDMI, Component, Composite
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
Audio System
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround HD
- Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono ) - Side, 2 x Hi-Speed USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side, 1 x Ethernet ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, Audio line-in
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital audio playback, Digital photo playback
- Connectivity Wired
- Connectivity Protocols USB
- Supported Audio Formats MP3
- Supported Pictures Formats JPG
Memory Card Reader
- USB Port Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
Stands & Mounts
- Stand Included Yes
- Stand Design Tabletop
- Stand Features Swivel
- Flat Panel Mount Interface Yes
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
Miscellaneous
- HDCP Compatible Yes
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 60.2 in
- Depth (Shipping) 17.3 in
- Height (Shipping) 40.9 in
- Weight (Shipping) 114.6 lbs
Sustainability
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 6.9
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