Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650)

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  • Attractive design (12)
  • Fast setup (12)
  • Great picture quality (11)
  • Simple controls (10)
  • Good connection options (3)
  • High resolution (3)
  • Wide viewing angle (3)
  • E-manual (1)
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Cons

  • Poor sound quality (1)
  • Sound is okay (1)

Best Uses

  • Home (11)
  • Movies (8)
  • Wall mounting (4)
  • Home theater (3)
  • Bedroom (1)
 
 
 

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Breathtaking Picture Quality
Despite their slim design, Samsung’s Plasma HDTVs harness the latest display technology to produce unmatched picture performance and deliver the ultimate in HDTV viewing experience.
These advancements include an extremely high dynamic contrast ratio along with Ultra FilterBright technology, which uses arrays of black-coated color enhancement film to minimize glare and maximize contrast. Additionally, Samsung’s Ultra Filter Bright Plus reduces the luminance in black levels by 50 percent over previous models for one of the darkest blacks ever seen on an HDTV.
And Samsung’s exclusive Wide Color Enhancer 3 maps HD or SD signals to the panel’s native color space, which covers 110 percent of the HD specification, helping the set portray hues in lifelike brilliance.

Sophisticated Multimedia and Networking Skills
The Series 8 and 6 plasma HDTVs are also equipped with the Internet@TV – Content Service platform that brings the best of the Web to the television. Powered by the innovative Yahoo! Widget Engine, Samsung’s Internet@TV – Content Service enables users to access internet based multimedia content from their favorite Internet sources . They’ll not only be able to take care of everyday tasks like tracking stocks and staying on top of headline news, but users can also browse videos, share photos and interact with friends. The suite of services ranges from a host of Yahoo! properties (Flickr, News, Weather and Finance) to third-party content from well-known names including USA Today, YouTube and eBay.

Samsung’s newest plasma displays are among the first TVs to be wireless DLNA-compliant, allowing consumers to enjoy their entire library of media content that may exist in various locations around the house without the hassle of extra cabling. Additionally, users can connect storage and mobile devices to the USB 2.0 port to play a variety of multimedia files via USB 2.0 Movie. An expanded list of supported codecs, which will also include 3GPP, MKV, WMV9 and DivX, gives consumers even more freedom to easily access and share nearly all forms of digital content.


The Greenest Plasmas Yet
Samsung has gone to great lengths to make all the new Plasma HDTVs the most eco-friendly plasma line yet. Engineered with high-efficiency panels, these sets intelligently conserve power and as a result meet the stringent Energy Star® 3.0 efficiency standard. In addition, these HDTVs are constructed using lead-free materials, making them even more environmentally friendly than the competition.

New E-Panel with Ultra FilterBright™ antiglare technology delivers improved performance in the areas of color saturation, contrast and energy efficiency.

Crystal Full HD Engine
Images of incredible clarity are achieved by the Samsung Crystal Full HD Engine chip. By unifying all of the TVs advanced imaging technologies, the Samsung Crystal Full HD Engine expands performance, enhances all aspects of the image, and takes picture quality and image integrity to new levels of excellence.

New E-Panel advanced technology

  • Ultra FilterBright™ panel further minimizes glare and reflections.

  • 600Hz Subfield Motion for clear highcontrast motion pictures.

  • Response time: A fast .001ms response time optimizes fast motion video content.

  • 1080 Full HD Motion delivers better resolution with less blurring during faster motion sports, movies and games.

  • Mega Dynamic Contrast ratio expands black level and color performance in Samsung’s latest-generation plasma panels.


  • Medi@2.0 Connectivity
  • Internet@TV Content

  • DLNA Networking with compatible components

  • Content Library™ (Flash Memory): stores limited amount of pictures and video for playback.

  • USB 2.0 Movie for playing MP3, MPEG movies and displaying JPEG files through the USB 2.0.


  • Wide Color Enhancer3
    Expanded selectable color reproduction settings.

    Game Mode
    A push of a button enhances the image processing response and sounds of your games.

    SRS TruSurround HD™ creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog.

    HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface provides a simple single solution for connecting high quality digital audio/video signals from DVD, Blu-ray players, HDTV cable and satellite set top boxes. Our latest version HDMI features Samsung’s Anynet+ technology.

    Anynet™+ (HDMI-CEC) allows the TV’s remote control to operate at the push of one button, peripheral AV devices such as a DVD player featuring HDMI-CEC.

    Additional Features:
  • ENERGY STAR® Compliant reduces energy consumption by up to 40% compared with prior year PDP TVs.

  • Intelligent Power Saving: selectable levels

  • V-Chip system: Allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by a parent to contain objectionable content.

  • Trilingual on-screen displays: Available in English, Spanish, or French.

  • Favorite channel list permits programming select channels and accessing them by touching the favorites button.

  • Specification Description
    Model PN58B650, PN58B850
    UPC 036725229532
    Analog Audio (1) Rear Input
    Analog Audio (1) Side Input
    Analog Audio / Video (1) Side Input
    Aspect Ratio 16:9
    Compatible Formats 1080i
    Compatible Formats 1080p
    Compatible Formats 480i
    Compatible Formats 480p
    Compatible Formats 720p
    Component Video (2) Rear Input
    Contrast Ratio 2000000:1
    Contrast Ratio 3000000:1
    DB15 (PC Video) Rear Input
    Depth (Inches) 13.2
    Energy Star Compliant Yes
    HDMI (1) Side Input
    HDMI (3) Rear Input
    HDTV HDTV Tuner Built In
    HDTV Native Resolution 1080p
    Height (Inches) 36.1
    Optical Rear Output
    PC Audio Rear Input
    Remote Control Included
    Resolution 1920 x 1080
    Response Time .001ms
    RJ45 Ethernet Rear Input
    Screen Size 58"
    Screen Size (inches) 58
    Speakers Built-in
    Stand Included
    Stand Swivel
    Surround Modes SRS TruSurround HD
    Tuner ATSC
    Tuner NTSC
    Tuner QAM
    USB Port (2) Side Input
    Wall Mountable Yes
    Weight (Pounds) 101
    Width (Inches) 55.2

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    Product Reviews

    Last update: Nov 2, 2009

    Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650) Reviews

     
     
     

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    ★★★★★
    5.0
    One Great TV!

    "This is the best TV I have ever seen for the price! I own the Samsung 52'LCD which is a great TV. I was concerned putting the Plasma in my brightly lit family room. I am very glad I did! The ultra brite filter works great and the color contrast is amazing even on over air HD, and Sat HD. Blu-ray is amazing. Speakers are quite good too. TV does not get as hot as previous generation plasmas. Motion flows s..." Read Full Review »

    May 01, 2009 by Wild BILL

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    2.0
    B for Buzz

    "[...] I wish I would have returned the set. This would be the deal of the century were it not for the constant, irritating buzzing sound...." Read Full Review »

    Jun 18, 2009 by Dave

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    One Great TV!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • E-manual
    • Fast Setup
    • Great Picture
    • Simple Controls

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Home
     

    "This is the best TV I have ever seen for the price! I own the Samsung 52'LCD which is a great TV. I was concerned putting the Plasma in my brightly lit family room. I am very glad I did! The ultra brite filter works great and the color contrast is amazing even on over air HD, and Sat HD. Blu-ra …"  Read Full Review »

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    May 1 2009
    Wild BILL
    Virginia
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    Price: $1,939.99
     
     

    Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650) Review

    Great TV, but beware of the buzz

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

    "The positives of this set are many. The picture is superb, the blacks are excellent and the many options in the menu setup are easy to navigate and are logically placed. When I bought this set on 6/6/09, it was $2599 down from $2999 and had all 5 star reviews on the set. Now the price point is much …"  Read Full Review »

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    Sep 3 2009
    MisterBeck
    North Prairie, WI
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    Price: $2,489.99
     
     

    Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650) Review

    Great buy for the money

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Bright Image
    • Fast Setup
    • Good Connection Options
    • Good Resolution
    • More »

      Cons

    • Sound is okay

      Best Uses

    • Home Theater
     

    "This plasma tv has a great picture, easy to use remote, and is easy to set up. The tv swivels on the stand it comes with with which is a great feature if your not always seated directly in front of the tv. I have this tv hooked up to a surround sound system and Samsung Blue-Ray player. Movies loo …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 7 2009
    Quick Draw
    Tennessee
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    Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650) Review

    One great TV!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Fast Setup
    • Great Picture
    • Simple Controls

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Home
    • Movies
     

    "This TV is the nicest Plasma TVs I have seen for the money. I purchased it 3 weeks ago and I am very happy. I have it in a very bright room of the house and the anti-glare screen works great and daytime picture is still very brite for a plasma. Sports are unreal with blur free fast motion. The b …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    May 12 2009
    Wild Bill
    Northern VA
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    Samsung 58 in. (Diagonal) Class Plasma Full HD (1080p) Television (Model #PN58B650) Review

    Impressive Picture

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Fast Setup
    • Good Connection Options
    • Good Resolution
    • Reduced Glare
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      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Bedroom
    • Home
    • Home Theater
    • Movies
    • Wall Mounting
     

    "Replaced a Hitachi Director Series 55" plasma that was 720p in my home theater room. Watching blu-ray movies in full 1080p is awesome !! I'm seeing things I haven't seen before, the colors are brighter and the images are clearer than ever. "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 30 2009
    lcompy
    Irvine, CA
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