Samsung UN55B8000XF 60 Hz or 240 Hz? We ordered the "Samsung UN55B8000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV" for $2399 which appeared to be a good price. We received the TV today and noticed that the spec says "1920x1080@60Hz" for this model. I am confused - is it 60Hz or 240 Hz? Does anybody know? Samsung UN55B8000XF 60 Hz or 240 Hz? We ordered the "Samsung UN55B8000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV" for $2399 which appeared to be a good price. We received the TV today and noticed... » Read More Samsung UN55B8000XF 60 Hz or 240 Hz? We ordered the "Samsung UN55B8000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz LED HDTV" for $2399 which appeared to be a good price. We received the TV today and noticed that the spec says "1920x1080@60Hz" for this model. I am confused - is it 60Hz or 240 Hz? Does anybody know? « Show Less
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Found this response from Samsung on the Samsung site:"I can understand your confusion on this matter. However, there are currently no transmittable signals that are sent at over 60Hz. If the TV has a 240Hz panel, then the image will be displayed at 240Hz. There are varying degrees of 240Hz that can be displayed (please check out the owners manual on page 19 for more information), but the unit will always display at 240Hz. The reason your TV is showing at 60Hz in the info box is because the info box shows the actual HZ of the signal. Again, it doesn't matter what cables you use, there are no devices that output at over 60Hz at this current time." Found this response from Samsung on the Samsung site:"I can understand your confusion on this matter. However, there are currently no transmittable signals that are sent at over 60Hz. If the TV has a 240Hz panel, then the image will be displayed at 240Hz. There are varying degrees of 240Hz that can be displayed (please check out the owners manual on page 19 for more information), but the unit will always display at 240Hz. The reason your TV is showing at 60Hz in the info box is because the info box shows the actual HZ of the signal. Again, it doesn't matter what cables you... » Read More Found this response from Samsung on the Samsung site:"I can understand your confusion on this matter. However, there are currently no transmittable signals that are sent at over 60Hz. If the TV has a 240Hz panel, then the image will be displayed at 240Hz. There are varying degrees of 240Hz that can be displayed (please check out the owners manual on page 19 for more information), but the unit will always display at 240Hz. The reason your TV is showing at 60Hz in the info box is because the info box shows the actual HZ of the signal. Again, it doesn't matter what cables you use, there are no devices that output at over 60Hz at this current time." « Show Less
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When we purchased ours we were told it was 3d ready? What does that mean because when I look on the samsung website it says it is not compatible with any of the 3d products? I'm confused.
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Can anyone tell me about their personal experience with SAMSUNG. I have read numerous reviews that in a year that it has screen issues, speaker issues, and dead screen... I have an insurance Co. giving me the choice of the toshiba led model or the samsung, as a replacement for the Pioneer industrial Monitor that I have now
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I have been a life-long Sony fan. I bought my first Samsung TV (UN55B8000) 8 months ago and am totally satisfied. I have not experienced any issues whatsoever. The picture quality and price of the Samsung blows anything Sony had at the time I made my purchase. I highly recommend Samsung!
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Jedi Master: I have the same concern about one of my Samsung TVs. The screen reads 1920x1080i, 60Hz. I'm aware that in the US, all electricity is at 60Hz, so I wonder why Samsung would have made this spec so prominent on the display, when instead it could have put the refresh rate instead. Any ideas?
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When you press the "Info" button on your remote, the TV will display a box on the upper left-hand corner of the screen. This shows the resolution and refresh rate of the source signal (for example, 1920x1080i @60Hz). Note it is the refresh rate of the source signal BEFORE the TV processes it to either 120Hz or 240Hz.
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Don't confuse the Electric current frequency (60 Hz, which is the freq of the electricity coming from your wall outlet to the TV) and the motion deblurring frequency (240 Hz). The B8000 series is rated at 1920x1080 resolution and 60 Hz electric current frequency. The TV has the technology to refresh its display at 240 Hz (240 frames per second). You received the right TV with the right price. I got mine from ebay authorized Samsung dealer for $2399 minus $192 bing.com cashback and $48 ebay cash back. The specs are the same 1920x1080@60Hz.
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I have the 60LA7400 with 240Hz and I have a 55" Samsung with 120Hz and I really cannot tell the difference. All Bluray players send a 60Hz signal and the TV's procesor uses the 240Hz to show you the best quality picture. Also do not be fooled by people that tell you that you need a 3D ready or 120 or 240Hz ready HDMI cable. All HDMI cables are the same except the ones that have Ethernet capabilites and there is not technology for that yet. A $10 HDMI cable from Amazon will show the same quality picture as the $200 one a salesman will want you to buy from yor local electronics store. The only diffence is the amount of shielding in the cable that the $200 has, so unless the cable is going from your Bluray around your washing machine then around your dishwasher to your TV your fine...HDMI is digital, either it works or it doesn't work.
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I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked, not sure which place to trust with the right INFO before making a purchase... thx any responses would be appreciated about this subject I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked,... » Read More I've been searching some infomation and specifications regarding this TV & keep getting all different answers from 5 to 6 other places selling this item with the same model # LN46b550 lcd flat-screen, I went on the samsung offical site and these 3 main questions varies depending who and where your buying this tv which makes absolutely no sense1) s-video/cable to plug in you're computer for a larger viewing screen2) picture in picture option3) 4ms or 6msjust about every site i check regarding these 3 questions It's either they have them YES or NO checked, not sure which place to trust with the right INFO before making a purchase... thx any responses would be appreciated about this subject « Show Less
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i can't speak for the 46", as my TV is the 22"...that being said, you are correct, my set actually has a 60hz refresh, not the 120 that is hinted at in the "marketing" material...this is technical malarkey for "sort-of"...well it's not...for a little set in the kitchen where we use ours no big deal at all...we watch all sorts of stuff on it, including Blu-Ray movies...for a "main" set where you are watching a lot of "action-stuff" like sports this would be a consideration...blurring as an example...Samsung makes a great product, however my personal recommendation for something that large i.e., would be a Sony...they do cost more, and the picture is worth it...and the re-fresh will more likely be an actual 240hz or better depending on the model...good-luck...jo'c
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Considering they keep uping the Hz we may always be chasing the speed. The HDTV's from just last year were 60Hz. The higher end one's were 120Hz and now we are at 240Hz. I am going for the size. I hope I am making the right choice.
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I bought my 40" Samsung UN40F6400 40-Inch 1080p 120Hz 3D Slim Smart LED HDTV on October 23 of last year. It "broke" over a month ago and I could not get it replaced though the Samsung company. It took along time to find this information out and they took their sweet time. Finally, Amazon took my TV back just last week but not for full price and I had to pay the shipping. Over 65.00. Trust me I love Amazon and their customer service, but I am truly upset with Samsung's service. If I were you I would try to find another brand of TV.
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I looked at both the UN46B7000 and the UN46B8000 and to me the 240mhz is noticably smoother during action scenes. The 8500 is the best LCD picture I have seen but not worth 2X the price of the 8000 series. I got my UN46B8000 during a previous promotion that ended on 11/7/09 for $1889. The Link-Stick makes WiFi internet acess a snap.
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Honestly, I'd like to add the 550 to this mix.Amazon has a page that list what each series adds, but it is very far from clear:Samsung LN52A650 52-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color (2008 Model)Anyone find a better link that clearly states what the 650 and 750 add?
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I ask the same question at Best Buy on the 40" model; They responded, a slightly better contrast (dynamic contrast ratio)... Anyone can compare models at Samsungs website... The 40" model was unavailable in 240 hz & I never found hertz listed in specs on samsungs site to know if that is true about the 50" model, the CMR (clear motion rate) is listed at 240 on both models...
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My big issue is all the negative discussion on the 750 "Halo" - light leak around the edges.Is this gone on the 850/860? The 850 is slightly cheaper at AZ, only because shippingis free. If the 750 really is a fine tv and the halo is all over statement, then thebetter sound actually helps me. Appreciate suggestions.
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I'd like to ask you a question about the 24p content. I produce videos in 24p, and although I'm very creative, I'm not a tech guru. Thus, I've been trying to witness the difference between TV's out there that claim to have good 24p playback capabilities, as we produce several things at that frame rate. Have you seen them side by side? Does the lower Hz level really make a big difference? I've seen the 8000 in action, but never checked the Hz level and didn't compare it to the 7000. Thanks in advance for your help.
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BTW...yesterday I was in BB and Sony has just released a 32" XBR9 1080p with 120hz Motionflow technology... and it is up on the Sony Style website.. so much for what the salesman tell you that Sony is not going to produce..But compared to the Sony 32" 1080p 60 hz.. I thought the higher priced model with 120hz looked grainy to me. I really didn't see the $200 difference in the (retail price). Perhaps on Blu Ray disc viewing there is a difference.. GLTA
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Just from looking quickly, I think it is simply that this tv is 240MHZ where mine is 120 if I remember correctly. The only other thing might be that it is a newer model. Unsure of that though. Other than that they look very similar and I have been extremely happy with my television. Some things to work through, but that is the joy of technology and newer technology. The smart features have been very cool and great for entertainment.
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Go to the first review (scroll way down to where the reviews are) and you can read HopefullyThoughtful's description of Version numbers. Here's a link to the page:Samsung UN37EH5000 37-Inch 1080p 60Hz LED HDTV (Black) (2012 Model)
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It is 60hz. I can certainly understand your confusion. Please, read the rest of the responses for more info. SonyStyle was very disappointly and cleverly not very clear about this feature in this tv, which is unfortunate for a company of its stature.
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The refresh rate is actually (probably, hard to get a definitive answer) 120hz; Samsung uses a technology they call "clear motion" to provide what they consider the equivalent of a 240hz refresh rate. Some other manufacturers do likewise (using either the same or different technology) to claim a larger refresh rate; for example LG calls theirs "TruMotion". The technology is beyond me, but if you'd like more details do a search for "refresh rate", or ask (in a search engine) a question like "what is Clear Motion refresh rate". I know CNET.com does a fairly detailed explanation. Both they and Consumer Reports cautions on taking these claims at face value as in their reviews they say they commonly see some tv's w/lower claimed refresh rates having a better pic (less fast action blur) than other tv's w/higher claimed refresh rates. It sucks, but we're stuck with this goofy arrangement and at the mercy of the manufacturers claims.
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Hi Lori, yes the tv refresh rate it's 120Hz, I could not be any more happy with this tv, the quality of the imagines are absolutely awesome it really it's a great buy.