Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology

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• Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 46.6 x 33.8 inches ; 84.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 99 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: B00009RTPJ
• Item model number: HLN5065W
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #294,042 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

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Amazon.com Product Description Prepare to be amazed by the broad, 50-inch screen and slender, 17.6-inch profile of Samsung's DLP-based HLN5065W projection television. The set's widescreen format is specially configured to accommodate the native aspect ratios of your favorite movies, and its small size and relatively light weight (under 80 pounds) free you to try it out in different parts of your home before settling on the spot that's right for you.

What is DLP? DLP, or Digital Light Processing, is a technology that bounces a colored light beam across an array of hundreds of thousands of hinge-mounted microscopic mirrors attached to a single chip, called a "micro mirror device" (below, pictured with the head of a pin). Each of the mirrors can be pointed toward or away from the light source thousands of times per second, providing not only minute color detail but also sharper resolution than even LCD displays.

This isn't your garden-variety projection set. DLP, or Digital Light Processing technology (developed by Texas Instruments), allows purely digital connections between video sources and the projection system in front of you. The HLN5065W uses a second-generation (HD-2) DMD Chip, which--combined with Samsung's light-processing optics--results in clear, bright, high-contrast images. Further, the DLP panel is insusceptible to the damaging effects of heat, humidity, vibration, or aging, so burn-in will never be an issue--all the more reason to make your TV double as a computer monitor. Hang it, mount it, or place it on a stand.

And, when you're ready to take on the world of high-definition television, just add an HD satellite/off-air receiver or an HDTV tuner to enjoy full-quality digital HDTV broadcast programming. The set features a DVI-HDTV interface (compatible with HDMI, or high-definition multimedia interface) so you can establish a direct, premium-quality digital connection with your DTV receiver.

Samsung's DNIe (or Digital Natural Image engine) Video Enhancer augments all analog NTSC and wideband video inputs for an overall improvement in picture quality. DNIe improves contrast, white level, and picture detail, incorporating digital noise reduction to improve low-quality video sources. The set's Automatic Digital Format Conversion System is compatible with 1080i and 720p HDTV, 480P EDTV, and 480i SDTV formats. The system accepts any DTV, analog TV, or XGA computer RGB input. All video signals are converted to a progressively scanned 16:9 widescreen pixel count (1,280 x 720 resolution).

Film Mode 3:2 pulldown detection renders DVD movies in their native 24-frame format. Digital video mastering introduces a common distortion when adjusting 24-frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this distortion, removing the redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture.

Samsung's HD Ultra-Fine Pitch screen further improves picture clarity, especially when viewing higher-definition video sources like DVD and HDTV. The .155 mm screen brings out subtle image details otherwise unnoticeable on standard .72 mm pitch screens.

A total of 13 video inputs handles more than just about any set we've seen and includes the DVI input mentioned above, a PC input (D-Sub 15 pin, XGA), three each composite-video and S-video inputs, two high-definition component-video inputs, a DVD-specific input that handles 480i/p outputs, and two standard RF inputs (for VCRs and cable boxes).

You can assign picture-format sizes to each video input; the remote's Aspect button toggles through the set's five options: zoom 1, zoom 2, wide, panorama, and normal (the TV retains the last format setting for each input); and all onscreen information and menus appear in translucent overlays, letting you view video programs in the background while you consult the setup menus.

The 15-watt-per-channel stereo audio system benefits from BBE High Definition Sound with a five-band equalizer, which enhances the sound from both movies and music programs. The Sound Mode Preset feature gives you dynamic sound settings for whatever you're watching--choose from standard, music, movie, speech, or custom.

What's in the Box
TV, remote control, two AAA batteries, and a user's manual.

Product Description

The SAMSUNG HLN5065W brings HDTV performance into the realm of compact design and affordability! Fifty inches of breathtaking wide screen viewing area is elegantly framed in an ultra-light, thin bezel cabinet. Weighing about 78 pounds and a mere 17.6" deep, the HLN5065W fits almost anywhere, thanks to incredible DLP ( Digital Light Processing ) technology. 3D Y/C digital comb filter 2-tuner PIP with side-by-side split screen Up to 8000 hour 100-watt user replaceable lamp No screen aging or burn-in effects 150 degree horizontal viewing angle 30-watt stereo audio system Inputs - DVI - HDTV, 2 HD Component inputs, dedicated DVD Component input Dimensions - 33.8H x 46.6W x 17.6D; net weight 77.6 pounds One year warranty

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52 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Plasma qualify without the price tag!, January 12, 2004

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C. Fernandes (Columbia, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology (Electronics)

I first saw this TV at BestBuy and was quite hooked on it. The clarity is exceptional - with a good quality signal input (HD, DVD), you wouldn't be able to tell the difference between this set and an HDTV plasma.
I did lots of research before finally buying it from a reputed dealer on ebay. But I found out lots about this type of TV (DLP). I won't go into details of DLP, there's a very good site for this: http://www.dlp.com
But DLP is what makes this TV so wonderful. Remember, this really is no ordinary Rear projection TV. It has a 100W light bulb - this is the only component that needs maintenance (life span of the bulb is 8000 hrs, about 4 years). The screen does not 'age' or 'burn in' and there's no calibration of lenses, etc. So essentially, when you replace the light bulb (about $200) it's as good as a brand new TV all over again.
As for the TV I purchased - it was plug and play. Simply wonderful, even with ordinary (Not digital) cable. (My cable provider is Comcast). The Tuner on the TV, even though sophisticated enough to have fine tuning, did not give as clear a picture as my Sony VCR Tuner (connected to one of the RCA inputs at the back of the TV) - so I watch cable through my Sony VCR. But it's clear enough.
I use a JVC DVD player and I hooked this to one of the component inputs at the back of the TV - the picture is just awesome!
The sound is not that great, but okay - the TV has this 'BBE' (Bass Enhancement) option that gives a good punch.
I was able to program the remote to work both my Sony VCR and JVC DVD player, not bad!
Update: I've had this TV for about 3 months before I realized that my old DVD player was not giving a progressive scan output. So I bought a new DVD player with progressive scan output and the picture is even better!
Also, where inputs on this TV are concerned, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better TV. This one has it all, as listed below:
1) ONE DVI input - you definitely want an HDTV with this type of input, it's the clearest form of HD signal you can get today.
2) TWO High Definition component inputs (they can handle 1080i and 720p) - this is also a very high quality HD signal, but it is analog as opposed to DVI which is purely digital.
3) ONE regular component input (handles only 480i).
4) TWO S-Video inputs
5) TWO regular (RCA jack) video inputs
6) ONE VGA input used for your connecting your PC to. This is nice if you want to do a presentation from your PC using the TV as a monitor.

This TV may drop in price, but is really becoming popular for obvious reasons. If you see it anywhere on sale, go ahead and buy it, I highly recommend it!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, June 10, 2004

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WT "the woodshow" (Durham, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology (Electronics)

I finally took the plunge and purchased the Samsung 50" DLP. And "wow" is pretty much all I can say. The picture quality is unbelievable. I finally understand why everyone is oogling over HDTV. I hooked up the DVD player (an old Sony, non-progressive scan) and I sat there dumbfounded. I started the "testing phase" with Apollo 13. Wow. I could tell very little difference between S-Video and Component Video, and while Component gets the slight edge, you have to be picky to care because the picture quality is outstanding either way. Hooked up the digital cable box... and again, two wows! The first wow is for how bad a standard television signal looks! It was embarrassing... I can't believe we've been watching this junk for decades! The second wow is for how much better the digital signal looks.

I then ran out and upgraded my cable box to a HD box.... ok, this is a big wow! It's so good it's almost stupid. I sat there mesmerized by this almost surreal picture. Travels through Italy, Hogan's Heroes (who knew this stuff was in HD?), Three Days of the Condor, and the College World Series... it was almost like being there... actually it was better. I may never leave the house!

Hookups are great. Plenty of component, s-video, and even a DVI (which I haven't used yet, although my cable box does have DVI, hard to believe the picture could be better). As integrated speakers go, the Samsung sounds great. It has a simulated surround sound mode which I tested with Apollo 13 and, while not high end surround sound, I was quite impressed. This ain't your daddy's tv speaker. Out-of-box experience was as good as it gets. It was well packed, easy to unpack, and everything worked perfectly. The remote will not win awards for revolutionary design, but it was intuitive enough for me to get to everything I needed.

My only real world experience with big screen tv is my dad's Sony rear projection. What impressed me with the Samsung compared to that experienece is... you can't get too close (no tunneling), it looks great from the side, from the floor, and standing up.... you do lose a little brightness, but it's still very watchable. It's not as good as plasma, but it's not far off. One of my pet peeves with big screens is the finish on the glass... I much prefer the "matte" non-reflective finish of the Samsung. And when combined with the superb brightness, you can watch (and enjoy) the picture even in a brightly lit room.

It wasn't easy for me to pull the trigger... I've spent the past several years of lusting over big screen televisions... never passing up the opportunity to peruse the aisles at BestBuy and Circuit City... watching the evolution from rear projection to plasma to LCD... and nothing really impressed me (ok, the plasma did impress me, but the pricetag was beyond comprehension). But there was always something that turned me off... my dad's Sony projection is cool, but when I watch a movie on it, I can see "CNN" and "Live" burned into the corners of the screen... and then I learned that you can get burn-in on plasma as well. Yikes. Then I saw the DLP... and I came close to falling in love.

If you're thinking about going HD and you can afford it, you will not be dissappointed with the Samsung.

28 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Think long term -- HD vs. SD, February 5, 2004

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Tim Abell (Stevensville, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology (Electronics)

I recently bought the newer version of this TV (Model# HLN507W, which can also be found at Amazon) from a local store. It was the DLP technology which sold me on it. I brought it home, hooked it up, sat down in front of it, and turned it on. However, I quickly saw why many people (on other sites) were giving this TV a bad review. The biggest complaint was that a digital non-HD picture (known as standard definition or SD) didn't look as sharp as they'd hoped for a high-end projection TV. They were right! So, disappointed, I got up and walked away from the TV towards my wife and said, "bad picture." She replied, "I think it looks GREAT!" I turned around and it DID look great! After doing some reading, here are two very important tips that I've learned:

1) Distance is key for achieving a good picture from a non-HD source!!!

Even the manual gives you a mathematical way of determining appropriate viewing distance. I've never seen anything like it. I could see the picture falling apart if I just took a step or two inside the recommended distance, but it looked excellent otherwise. I should probably note that the distance issue is almost eliminated when you are viewing from a HD source like a HD tuner or DVD player that has progressive output.

2) Think long term!!!

This TV was not built to impress those who are satisfied with a SD picture. Any complaints about the TV that I (and most others) have had deal exclusively with a non-HD picture. This TV's picture when viewing from a HD source is second to none! It's far better than any plasma or LCD screen I've seen -- thanks to DLP. The day is fast approaching when all transmissions will be in HD, and when that day arrives, then there should be NO complaints about this TV. Its HD picture is simply stunning!