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Samsung PN42B450 42-Inch 720p Plasma HDTV

- 42-inch high definition TV with 720p resolution
- Three HDMI, two component, and one composite video input; two 10W bottom speakers and SRS TruSurround HD for a rich surround-sound experience
- Samsung E-panel technology like FilterBright, 600Hz Subfield Motion, .001 response time, and a Mega dynamic contrast ratio for a stunning picture
- Anynet+ (CEC standard) technology makes system control of compatible A/V devices like a Blu-ray player or HTIB system a one-touch operation
- One-year parts and labor warranty
Product Description
42.3″ screen (measured diagonally) * 1024 x 768 pixels * 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio * 600Hz Subfield Motion anti-blur technology * FilterBright anti-glare filter *
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August 31st, 2009
the price looks good on these televisions but the catch is plasmas use significantly more power than LCD’S. I love the picture and the price but I don’t love what it’s doing to my power bills. For me this television amounts to a 1 -2kw hr/ per day increase in power consumption and at the end of the month to me that’s significant amount. If it wasn’t already on the wall I’d exchange it for a more expensive LCD model. LCD televisions are also lighter which can be important when it comes to handling and mounting.
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August 31st, 2009
This is going to be a non-technical review among some very good detailed commentary, so please take it for what it’s worth. I’ve owned two LCD HDTVs, an ancient but good viewing Syntax Olevia 27 inch, and a 46 inch Sharp which was burgled before I really got to enjoy it. On both the HDTV viewing experience was fabulous to my non-technical perspective, while standard def shows had bigger images and better colors, but no drop in quality.
I was about to buy another LCD but was lured to this Samsung plasma by a great price and deal at Amazon… thinking if it gets lifted like the last one, my out of pocket loss is reduced. And I’m surprised by my disappointment. I’m 30 miles north of Albany, NY, a Direct TV subscriber, so lots of standard def channels and relatively few HD channels. The regular def shows, especially on a light background, have a fuzziness or halo effect around the edges of images, such as a person’s face, that is really distracting. Switch it out for my venerable Olevia attached to the same HD Direct Tivo, and the problems go away.
I was also concerned about the elaborate instructions in the (excellent) manual on how to avoid burn-in. Other reviewers say this is less a problem with newer plasmas, but why should I even have to worry about it? Also, the screen when it is turned off is not a dramatic dark black like my LCDs but rather a dull grey, like an old tube TV.
I’m not so unhappy as to send it back, but certainly would not buy this same model again. And probably would think twice before buying another plasma from any manufacturer.
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August 31st, 2009
i was getting tired of researching about hdtvs. plasma or lcd, 1080 or 720 , what size, what brand,, omg,, it was stressing me out.. since this is my first hdtv i didnt wanna spend huge bucks so i fell for this baby.
pros: cheap / plasma / 42″/ nice red touch/ samsung
cons: heavier than lcds/ 720p
p.s. IF U R LOOKIN FOR BUDGET HDTV. THIS BABY IS THE RITE PICK. PLASMA MAKES UP FOR 1080P.. BUY IT..
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August 31st, 2009
Great TV. Better price. Sound is good. Picture is great. Makes me wish I had HDTV programing. Great with the 360 too.
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August 31st, 2009
No doubt this is probably the best deal on a HDTV in my life. It’s a must buy for people who loves entertainment.
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