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Home Theater Junkie - Samsung HLT5075S 50-Inch Slim 720p DLP HDTV
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List Price: $1,599.99
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Manufacturer: Samsung
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Batteries Included: 1
Batteries: 2
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Samsung
Color: Black
Display Size: 50
EAN: 0036725250758
Feature: 50" Slim DLP HDTV
Label: Samsung
Manufacturer: Samsung
Model: HL-T5075S
Publisher: Samsung
Release Date: 2007-03-01
Studio: Samsung
Variation Description: Black
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Features
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50" Slim DLP HDTV
1280 x 720-pixel resolution; 2,500:1 Contrast ratio
Measures 45.2"(W) x 31.8"(H) x 13.4"(D) 56.7 Lbs.
Connections: 2 HDMI, 2 S-Video, 2 Composite, 2 Component Video Input, 2 Monitor and sound out, 1 PC (RBG) in, 1 PC audio input
Two stereo speakers, 10 watts apiece (20 watts total); SRS TruSurround XT virtual surround
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Summary: Love Hate Relationship - picture shimmering issues
Comment: I purchased my 50" Samsung HD DLP from Circuit Scity, and while I love having this unit, the picture leaves much to be desired at times. Shortly after buying it, it developed horizontal dark lines about 4" apart eminating from both sides of the screen. There was also an effect called "shimmering" which basically looked like out of focus contour lines around bright sections of the images. Fortunately, I purchased an extended warrantly plan. Circuit City staff was excellent. A technician came out, examined the set and determined it was the light engine. He came back a week later with the part and that greatly improved the picture quality. Shortly after that, it has developed dark shimmering. It's very noticable in low light images, such as when the scene takes place in a dark room or outdoors at night. The dark shimmering makes viewing scenes almost unwatchable. I'll calling for another service appt now. I've always had excellent luck with Samsung products but I'd buy another set if I had to do it over again and do more research of owner's reviews. I'd never, ever buy one without the extended warranty.
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Summary: Turns off by itself
Comment: After owning 1 1/2 years, it started turning itself off (not coming back on). Bought the extended warranty, so I should be good. But it is a hassle to give up the TV to a repair shop for over a week when the TV is practically new. It was a bit disheartening to have to send a $2000 TV to the repair shop in less than 2 years. I won't buy this kind of TV again.
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Summary: Samsung DLP Products are all Lemons
Comment: I own a Samsung 50 inch DLP. It was beautiful until I hooked my XBox up to it and almost the day after the warrenty was up, it broke. After googleing the "shut-off" problem, I found out it is a common issue with ALL Samsung DLPs; which sometimes they can't fix!!! I have no extended warrenty and am screwed.
Google samsung DLP problems before buying.
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Summary: Very solid item/Best bargin HDTV
Comment: I bought the TV about 7 months ago as I was moving into a dorm for college and I needed a new TV. While it is way bigger than I need for a dorm room I figued why not spend the extra money for a bigger TV then spend 150-300 on a little 20inch when I'd be buying a larger TV later when I live in an apartment. At the time this was around $875 and was the best deal out there.
I was wary at first as there are many complants with these kind of systems. However, I have never had a problem with unit. I think it has been more than I expected. While it is a 720 and not 1080 I don't think there is much difference. While I am in a dorm I don't have a normal array of HD channels, but I do get your basic CBS/NBC channels in HD and they look completely crystal clear. I can't make a noticable difference from the 720 to 1080. The only time you can really tell the difference is if your in a store and a 720 is next to a 1080. Since it is a rear projection it is lamp lit and other complained of the lamp light flowing out from the vents in the back. I don't really notice this, even in with all the lights off. If you have it directing against a wall then you can see it, but it's not enough to be bothersome and if you wish can be easily blocked. Only con is the warm up and warm down as it is a bulb light, but it only takes a few seconds. I wouldn't turn it off and on rapidly or leave it on constantly as the bulb will burn out faster.
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Summary: Best TV for the price
Comment: I bought mine for $899 during the pre-Christmas sales at Best Buy - can't beat that price. The TV takes a little longer to start up (15-20 sec) than I would like, but once it's going, it has a beautiful picture. Have my Toshiba HD-DVD, HD cable, and my Xbox360 hooked up to it, and the picture quality is AMAZING. It's in a room with windows to the left of the TV, but the picture still looks vibrant and there is little to no reflection off the screen. You would do well to buy a calibration DVD to work on the contrast, brightness, etc., but overall, it's a great piece of electronics for a great price. Until cable/satellite starts broadcasting in 1080p, there is little incentive to upgrade. If you don't need to hang it on a wall, this TV is the way to go.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Samsung's 50" Widescreen DLP TV delivers an astounding HDTV experience. Samsung, the recognized leader in DLP technology, created the breakthrough Cinema Smooth light engine that produces razor-sharp pictures. The natural, vivid colors of Samsung's HL-T5075S are achieved through Samsung's advanced Brilliant Color technology with a faster color wheel. With its slim depth, fitting this set into your design has never been easier.
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