Samsung HL-R5688W 56-Inch HD-Ready DLP TV

by Samsung

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 58.7 x 21.9 x 58.4 inches ; 137.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 201 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B0009N20P6
• Item model number: HLR5688W
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #192,417 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Samsung's HL-R5688W is a cable-ready, HDTV-ready TV monitor that makes a fine centerpiece to any home entertainment system. The TV is based on DLP technology, the same kind used in the sharpest digital theaters. The powerful light engine brings you more vibrant colors and lighting than you've ever seen outside of real life, while preventing burn-ins, screen-aging, color-shifting and other common digital TV issues. The groundbreaking Digital Natural Image engine(DNIe) creates true-to-life colors and ultra-sharp contrast while removing digital artifacting. The HDMI connections offer audio & video transmission through a single digital connection, while Anynet lets you link up to your PCs with a minimum of trouble. The TV comes with built-in 30 watt audio, to enhance your viewing experience with stronger, crisper sound. Lamp Power(standard/dynamic) - 100W/120W Resolution - 1920 x 1080 Contrast up to 2500 - 1 Built-in Analog/Digital tuner (NTSC/ATSC) 3D Y/C Comb Filter Ultra-Fine 0.155 mm Pitch Screen Sound Output(RMS) - 15W x 2 Picture-In-Picture display with 2 tuners TV Guide onscreen interactive program guide DNie Replaceable bulbs Rear Connections(1 each) - Digital Sound Out, G-LINK, Anynet, PC In(D-Sub 15-pin), POD Slot(CableCARD), HDMI, DVi Audio In, Component Rear Connections(2 each) - 480i/480p/720p/1080i(smart input), D-Net(IEEE 1394), Monitor & Sound Out (RCA), S-Video In, RF In TV Dimensions(screen to back) - 58.7 x 21.9 x 58.4 Stand Dimensions(WxDxH) - 59.6 x 20.2 x 21.8 Upper/Lower Shelf Dimensions(WxDxH) - 18.1 x 15.7 x 6.8 / 18.1 x 17.7 x 7.6 Weight - 137.6 lbs (Stand - 75 lbs.)

Customer Reviews

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What A Great TV!, October 25, 2005

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Tex-Talk (TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung HL-R5688W 56-Inch HD-Ready DLP TV (Electronics)

I have been researching HDTV's for two years and finally they have come out with the 1080p's, which are supposed to be the highest level of picture which HDTV will go to. At this time we are still at the 1080i stage, one below the 1080p, but very close. So this TV is ready for the future as well as super excellent for now.

The picture when the TV is receiving a HDTV feed from my Comcast HD box is so unbelieveable, really, I just sat there and stared. It was the first game of the World Series and I have never seen such a perfect picture, both focus and color.
Monday Night Football was equally stunning. And Discovery HD was almost 3D it was so clear. If you have Comcast, and are using Component cables, be sure to set the box for the 1080i feed by turning ON the TV and turning OFF the Cable box and pressing menu on the Comcast remote, and scroll to the Y, Pb, Pr line and hit the right arrow till 1080i appears, then you get the full feed.

Regular channels are somewhat grainy so we still watch analog TV on our regular set and use this for the HDTV channels available.

DVD is excellent but not perfect as there are no HDTV DVD players yet so the TV has to upscale the feed.

Good sound through the TV's speakers.

This is an early review as I have only had this one week. But so far so good.

I bought this through Vann's and got an excellent price and good service and good delivery.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you can buy one, buy one!, December 15, 2005

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Rodney K. Jackson (Randallstown, Md) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung HL-R5688W 56-Inch HD-Ready DLP TV (Electronics)

My TV arrived a month ago, and so far, smooth sailing...

I would highly recommend this TV to anyone looking for a fantastic picture from a large HDTV...one thing, though: this set is HUGE...make sure that you have a large enough room, so you can sit back and enjoy...

When i first got the set, i was using Comcast Digital Cable, and could not see the HD channels yet...even so, the movies channels were extremely clear and sharp...when my HD box came, i was even more amazed at the sharpness and clarity that the HD channels displayed...

If you are a sports fan, GET THIS TV!!!!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars razor sharp pic, built for the future,classy design, March 29, 2006

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Nitro Bandit - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung HL-R5688W 56-Inch HD-Ready DLP TV (Electronics)

Crystal clear HD picture, easy set up, its bigger in your house then it looks in the stores. Its funny that people complain about bad picture quality on non HD channels, but ALL big screen TVs are like this, reguardless of manufacturer. Make sure you have the correct HD set up from your cable or sat. provider..stores dont tell you this and you think all your channles will look as good as the do in the store display. They all take 30 sec. or so to power on. 1080i input with 1080p out put,over the years 1080p should happen, with 3:2 pull down feature (which this set has) its barley a change in the Pic quality. There will always be something better that comes out. There are a few lip sync issues but most occur with optical audio set up. It can be corrected with a Home theater system, it is also a common prob with many HD tvs, it is why Home theater recievers have a delay mode to correct this. Bright beautiful colors, extra fine detail and enough inputs for stuff you done even own, but if you do..this set has it. This Darth Vader looking set is probaly one of the best looking cabinets and you dont have to spend the extra 300 bucks for the stand. Its impressive looking in both style and PQ. Samsungs DLP do show why they are the better manufacturer. They pioneered this and it definatly shows. I had a few questions before I bought it and called cust.svs. they were more then helpful..and they werent even from India. Sometimes its hard to see how good it looks in the store, because they have the reception form a roof top ant. split off to 10 other TVs. It comes down to what your eyes like, what your wallet likes,etc. Whether u like, samsung,toshi,mitsu,fords or chevys. Great set, great style,great buy.