Any clue on what is the actual power used by these new LED tvs? Samsung never seem to be publishing actual power usage on their TVs, but just claim 40% lower than previous generation LCD TVs. 40% of what?
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I found this review on cnet... it doesn't call out every LED/LCD TV.. but lists quite a few. I feel the reader can extrapolate how their TV model should stack up. But according to CNET; the Samsung 46" LED TVs are about 40% more efficient than the Samsung 46" LCD TVs. some highlights Samsung UN46B7000 107W Samsung LN46A950 146W http://reviews.cnet.com/green-tech/tv-consumption-chart/?tag=contentBody;nextPage
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Haven't heard them, so don't know, but the sound of ANY Samsung (or any other LCD that I know of) is terrible compared to what you can get through a quality receiver with good speakers. If a LCD/LED didn't have *any* built in speakers that would be a big buying point for me.That said, ignore the salesman -- buy the TV, if the sound is below your needs you can always get a sound system later, and there are cheaper/smaller alternatives such as powered speakers.
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I agree with Gina. I did extensive research back in 1/07 about the DLP bulb vs DLP LED. I went with the LED since Samsung claimed it would last 20,000 hrs vs 3,000 with the Lamp. So, as a result, I did not get the best buy extended warranty b/c they said this thing was good for a lifetime. There is no bulb to replace so I went with the LED. BTW-it's the Samsung 56" DLP w/LED. Just yesterday, this thing died! I calculated at most I've used this TV for 2000 hrs and it's a goner. The LED engine costs $800 to replace...now what kind of benefit is that? At least the DLP lamp version allows you to replace the bulb for about $150. This is ridiculous and unless they do something for me to fix this, I will never buy a samsung again. STAY AWAY!
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Thanks, Tolik - you helped me decide- upgradability and the game modes are big things. The Samsung seemed to have more power but I've learned you can't really rely on what they say the wattage is. I haven't owned enough Samsung equipment in the past to know what to expect - the TV is great but a sound system is another story.Mark - thanks for the CD info - for some reason I thought I'd get even better sound with a dedicated player ... if you can give me the model # on the Kenwood I might be interested (with over 400 CDS, a changer is sweet.).Don
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I also called Samsung & they referred me to a local company. They want $90 just to come out but since we can't afford to fix it right now, we have been waiting. I have read a lot of people having this issue but samsung denied it. It's a shame that a fairly new tv is having such problems. I guess that they don't make them like they use to! Let me know if you get a tech out there & the outcome. I know mine will have to wait, no job, no money.
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Not to be rude but Hank really doesn't know what he is talking about. First point: " Both LED and LCD televisions can have 120 hz, 240hz, and even 480 hz and in this case both tv's are 120 hz. Refresh rates are the same so "clarity" from refresh rates will be identical. Second: He says he will never buy a "straight up lcd tv." that's ok but he says he will buy one with LED or LED/LCD. Unless he is looking at a 4inch screen, they will all be LCD backlit withe LEDs. oLED technology in TV's is years away. My thoughts: Both these TV's have their ups and downs. The 630 is thicker and more power hungry but will have a more uniform picture (which if you are in low light situations is better). The 6300 LED/LCD is slim, "cool", better contrast ratio, green, (more expensive) BUT (and a big but) will be brighter around the edges than the center. This is the problem with "budget" LED/LCDs. Most edge lit LED/LCD TVs have this problem. To avoid it and get the best of both worlds one would need to buy one with Local Dimming. This is where the LEDs are placed behind the entire screen, not just the edges. It is a true difference maker. Not that the prices for TV's with Local Dimming are substantially higher (unless you buy the new outstanding Vizio models). Either way, if you don't mind spending a little more and getting a little less with picture uniformity, go with the 6300.
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Hi...Sorry, the site can be kind of hard to negotiate.On the left hand side of the screen is the "Navigation Menu"Choose "Display Devices"Then choose "Rear Projection Units"About the 7th unit down is the forum for "2007 Samsung LED Owners Thread"Settle in with a BIG cup of coffee. You've got about 5 hours of reading ahead of you. Don't get too scared re all the threads regarding the "blue halo" problem. It appears that this was corrected with the HLTxx87SAX version, (versus the HLTxx87s)
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The individual LEDs used in the bulb are Samsung. That's all they are claiming.
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ack.. was wondering what the heck was happening with my tv. This guy posted a video on the jumper clip fix for the 46 and 55 variants of this tv. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZwQ0gRQ9sgI'm wondering if this isolated to only the panels made in china or all panels? Assuming that the boards are manufactured from different places. I'm going to call this into Samsung just to see what happens if not I'll be trying this jumper fix.
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I;ve never seen a TV in the US that wasn't 110V, as is mine. I suppose its possible they could build one with an internal transformer but I doubt that they would. It's probably up to the customer to secure the proper voltage adapter for their particular country. For additional clarity contact www.samsung.com.
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I don't know answer to that, why don't u call Samsung. I will tell u the tv us awesome!
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I'm really not sure..but I did find out something about Samsung. Their parts are proprietary! You can only use Samsung cables in their TVs. That is what prompted me to buy those cables. Hope this helps
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I'll be curious to learn more about what Samsung is calling "Precision Dimming" on the c8000 (but not on the c7000 or c9000). It could be they've come up with a unique technology to do local dimming in a thinner set, or it could be a gimmick to try to cover up that they've abandoned a better technology to achieve thinner sets. But to me the decider is how much you want 3D. Personally I wouldn't want to spend 3 grand on a TV and not have it include the latest future technology. Is 3D all it's going to be? No, certainly not yet. But is there anybody who bought an expensive large monitor right before HD came around happy? Or somebody who bought 720p just before 1080p came around? Unless you're in a position to comfortably buy another $3000 Tv in two or three years, I'd want to go with 3D now that it's an option.
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I didn't know there was a led type. LCD uses less power. (Battery life). Great reasonable device.
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does samsung plasma have ghosting(crosstalk) double image effect like un8000 LED tv when watching in 3d or 3d conversion??? please reply me thanks
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Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep, really). =) Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep,... » Read More Interesting comments. If the wiki article is right, TCL isn't such a "no name" brand after all - I live in the midwest and I have heard of RCA. They were a lot bigger in the days when tube tv's were really big, they sorta got quiet in the LCD/plasma revolution. But anyway, if TCL == RCA, I might end up choosing this TV. Target & BB have a Samsung this size on Black Fri for 328$, and it looks like Toshibas and Samsungs this size in general are the deal at 320ish this year - an extra fifty bucks off for the TCL is almost enough for a bluray player to go with it on Black Fri (yep, really). =) « Show Less
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Hard to say without more info. Was it it hit by a power surge? I don't know about this particular model, but I had a different Samsung model TV that this happened to and I found out the power supply went bad. I figured that out myself by taking it apart and probing around with a meter. But, I am an electrical engineer and not that intimidating to me. I found the replacement power supply board online for $150. I replaced it and no problems since. If you problem is common for your model, you'll see it everywhere on the internet if you Google it. That is what pointed me in the direction to look on my TV.