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? (I went to Samsung web site and downloaded user manuals looking for power usage - not a single mention)Is this because it is still very high and they don't want to publish it? not comparable to Sony and panasonics? If it is really lower than competition, I believe Samsung should gloat about it and make that well known - that will actually sell their TVs even more.Has any Amazonian measured it or know more that they can share here? 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%... » Read More 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? (I went to Samsung web site and downloaded user manuals looking for power usage - not a single mention)Is this because it is still very high and they don't want to publish it? not comparable to Sony and panasonics? If it is really lower than competition, I believe Samsung should gloat about it and make that well known - that will actually sell their TVs even more.Has any Amazonian measured it or know more that they can share here? « Show Less
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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 highlightsSamsung UN46B7000 107WSamsung LN46A950 146Whttp://reviews.cnet.com/green-tech/tv-consumption-chart/?tag=contentBody;nextPage
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wow! that's great to know! Thanks nguyen!anything less than 150 watts or so is great (at least till we get to OLED)
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Tested with a Kill-a-watt.55 inch 6000 Samsung LED.High power saving mode about 80-90 watts.Low power saving about. 150-160
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When I contacted Samsung they told me the 6000 LED series uses just a little more power than a 100 watt light bulb, so I guess that would be the 107 watt mentioned above.
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Thanks Dylan! That's great info.Acc. to this CNET posting, a 46"inch LED Samsung is around 106watts while a Panasonic Plasma is around 160 watts. Both Samsung LED TVs and Panasonic Plasmas have improved over their last year models by an impressive margins. I am still inclined towards a Plasma for reasons of black and contrast on plasma over LCDs (LCDs are improving, but not sure if they can match Plasmas yet). If Plasmas are still consuming 400watts, then the choice would have been very clear, but now bet. 100 and 150, it is not clear.
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My Visio M550NV 55" led edge lit uses 75 - 95 watts. My 42" Panasonic Plasma ( 5 years old ) uses 320 - 340 wattsl. You can feel the heat radiating from the screen!Just feel the fronts and backs of these sets in the store. The plasmas are really hot, the lcds are hot and the leds are warm.
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Crutchfield.com publishes power usage for most TVs they sell.The UN55B6000 runs at 120w and 0.08w in standby
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I'd go for the Samsung if only because it is using LED which will save you $$$ not only on your electriv bill, but they don't burn out like lamps will. I just purchased this TV (still waiting on delivery) based on the fact that I just replaced the lamp ($265) in my Hitachi 61" DLP and now the light engine is failing.. at $1000 to replace the lamp NOT INCLUDING any service fee.. I can replace the whole unit for $500 more and not have to worry about this occuring again.
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Although this is an old question, my answer may help new buyers. I've owned this TV since 2010 and the "ghosting" effect on darker images in games has annoyed the H out of me for the last 4 years. Now that my warranty is about to run out I don't feel guilty about buying another tv. Apparently this is a common complaint on Samsung LED's.
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What are firmware updates? I too am interested in the 1600 to go with my Samsung tvs. I have a 46 and 52 inch 600 series. I also want to have everything I need to make me go Wow!
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yeah... thats the edge lit LED. These sets have been discontinued by Samsung and a rumoured 9 series is on its way. Either way, if you go the LED route, it should have local dimming, like Samsungs 8500. There are also a few LGs and I believe a SONY that has it. But probably all future LED sets that come out will use this tech. so you will just have to play the waiting game. but i'm sure the cost will be higher. i think this plasma would be "good enough" (a relative term as this set is probably better than 98% of the sets out there!). and a heck of a lot cheaper!
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I purchased a samusung 40 led tv. It is a 120 hz according to the box it came in. Also according to samsung customer service reps. But yet on the back of the tv where there is the UL label it says the tv is 60 hz. Noone at samsung seems to know why. I spoke to many of their reps and duh they have no idea why. Does anyone know why there is this difference?
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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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Man, I wish I could help. I know mine automatically turns off when I turn off my LED TV so they are somehow synced already. I never did anything special when I set it up. I have a Samsung TV. I don't know if that makes any difference at all. I'm also using all HDMI. I'm thinking maybe it's the configuration of how your system is set up? Please do update when you figure it out as I'm getting ready to purchase a new TV to hook up with mine and I might just have the same trouble.
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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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Thanks for the review Robert! Good tip about the 3 series of Samsung TV's against the older 2 versions. I was all set to buy an older model ending in 2, the 4272 to be exact, but now I think I'll wait.......
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That's good to know Bridger. I have this one (Samsung plasma PN50B450) as well and the manual states that brightness and contrast should be reduced to prevent burn in while play video games. Also appreciate the first hundred hour rule-mixing tv with games.Thanks. The only thing I'm worried about is my kids walking away from a video game and a screen just sitting there. But hey, for the price you could buy another one and not spend what you can for a 1080p lcd 52 inch. I know that defeats the purpose but isn't that why you would be interesed in this tv anyways? for the price?
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Pretty much my only reason for purchasing a tv like this or equivalent is for pc and and in display properties only show whatever monitor is hooked up and only shows what resolutions is capable of, example: if I have a 22" hooked up it shows its resolutions and if I change it to lets say 19" it will only show its resolutions. I did email samsung and see what they say but have a feeling it will be weeks before a response.
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Richard, Not really. The panel and power supply will demand a certain amount of power. Some might suggest that changing your settings from bright to dim may change the power consumption, but the difference in power usage is minimal. Thanks for your interest in Samsung products. --Mr. S
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Samsung UN46C6500 LED TV.............. Hey J. just received my 46 LED and the version number you said is SQ01 version, therefore, Amazon is selling the version made by Samsung. I was a bit concerned when you posted this sometime back and was wondering if I may have gotten the other versions. But that said Amazon is selling the SQ01 version, at least that is the one i received when i purchased.
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Perhaps you have already made your decision? What did you choose? This something I am also mulling over. Both seem to be very good tvs and both seem to have issues (buzzing, fading black levels, etc). When a decisding between 2 good choices is difficult, perhaps both either option is a good one? Price is important and the samsung is much less expensive. Save the money for the next hi tech device you need to replace?
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actually it is very nice...deep blacks and white whites....Samsung responded by giving the new LED based sets all 10,000:1 contrast ratio, LED DLPs are the way to go as its better technology all around with faster startup times, more natural colors, and excellent bulb life!
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Guy's,I need a little advice. I know nothing about LCD TV's. I'm moving into a house and ran into a guy that wants to sell a Samsung 40" 4061. The TV has been siting in his bedroom and is hardly used as he watches a bigger set in the living room. The set looks and works great and he's asking $500 for it. I think the set is several years old. Does anyone out there have any advice on buying this?Anything to look for? Is this a good price on a set with prices coming down this Christmas?Thanks for any input,Rudy