Samsung SSG-2200AR Re-chargeable Adult 3-D Glasses - Black (Compatible with 2010 3D TVs)

by Samsung

• 3D Shutter glasses enable viewer's 3D experience
• Compatible with: 2010 LCD 750 series, 2010 LED 7000, 8000 and 9000 series, 2010 PDP 7000 and 8000 series
• Rechargeable
• TV has a built in 3D Emitter

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 1.6 x 6.9 inches ; 1.3 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0039T7LFQ
• Item model number: SSG-2200AR
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 23, 2010

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

3D Technology Checklist

This product is 3D-related. To help you get a great 3D experience, use our checklist below to ensure that you have everything you need. If you have any questions or want to learn more about 3D, we invite you to visit 3D 101--our center for everything 3D. To get started with 3D, please ensure that you have:

		A Display The first--and most important--item you'll need is a 3D-ready display--whether it be a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D computer monitor. These displays usually have a higher processing power than older models as they need to display one image for each eye to create a 3D effect.
		A Source While your display is ready for 3D playback, you still need a device to read 3D content (i.e., a movie or a show). This source can be a cable box with a subscription to a 3D channel, a 3D Blu-ray Disc player, or a PlayStation 3.
		Content In order to watch 3D, you will need to get some 3D content. This 3D content will come from the source mentioned above in the form of a 3D program, movie, or game. Please ensure that your 3D movies are in the Blu-ray 3D format, as this new format will provide the best 3D experience.
		3D Glasses All 3D HDTVs on the market require Active Shutter glasses to create the 3D effect. You will need to buy one pair of glasses for each viewer. Also make sure that the Active Shutter glasses you buy are compatible with your display--for example, buy the glasses from the same brand as your 3D HDTV.
		HDMI Cable To connect your source (such as a 3D Blu-ray Disc player) to your display, you'll need a hgh-speed HDMI cable. Cables with this designation--with bandwidth speeds up to 10.2 Gbps (gigabits per second)--will be able to carry the 3D signal without any loss of quality.

If you want to get more information about 3D, shop our 3D products, watch videos, or interact with other customers, visit 3D 101, our customer center about everything 3D.

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Samsung’s new 3D Active Glasses are the gateway to Samsung 3D entertainment. Impressive both in how they function and in what they allow you to experience, the technology works as follows: When you put them on and look at the screen, the technology first blocks the left and then the right lens. It happens faster than the blink of an eye – so your eye won’t notice it. But when images are shown to each eye separately this “staggered” effect achieves far more lifelike 3D images.

Re-chargable-Adult 3D glasses

Compatible Models

• 2010 LCD C750 series
  
• 2010 LED C7000, C8000 and C9000 series
• 2010 PDP C7000 and C8000 series
  
• 2010 Blu-ray Disc player (BD-C6900) / HTiB (HT-C6930W) 

Product Description

Rechargeable adult 3-D glasses, no cable connection needed. Comfortable eyewear design with optimized size, design and light weight.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

121 of 125 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars They mostly work, but don't present a good value August 4, 2010

By Curtis J. Katinas

The SSG-2200AR 3D glasses work. They have a solid field of view, have a sturdy feel, don't weigh enough to cause discomfort, and don't rely on potentially pricy batteries that have to be replaced each month.

That said, there are a couple of major flaws with these glasses that should be mentioned. The first, and most concerning, is the IR sensor. Active shutter glasses use IR, just like a TV remote, to sync the glasses so that the lenses block frames intended for the other eye. The sensors on these glasses are far too sensitive. During bright flashes, including some chapter transitions in movies, the sensor gets confused and shuts the glasses down for a second or so. It's not long and doesn't happen constantly, but it does get annoying especially during intense action sequences. This is easily fixed with a tiny strip of opaque tape, but remains a questionable design decision that will hopefully be rectified in future generations.

The other issue is more a misconception. The ~$50 premium to get the rechargeable batteries can appear to be a pretty good deal, but it's not. The CR2025's required by the SSG-2100AB (the same ones included with the 3D Starter Kit) are expensive in stores like Best Buy, but are widely available online for under $1 each; Amazon sells 24 (12x2) Enegizer cells in that range. The replaceable battery lasts for about 50 hours (versus 30 for the Li-ion in these) which is about a month depending on viewing habits. For a single pair of glasses, it would take 4 years to make up the extra cost, assuming that the energy cost of recharging is negligible. Another factor to consider is down time. If a battery dies in the 2100AB, you can pause the movie and have a new one going in a minute. Should the rechargeable battery drain, there is a two hour charge time before they can be used again. Add that to the more frequent stoppages from the lower capacity, more movie nights can be halted more severely. At the very least, having a battery-powered pair on standby is recommended. With prices where they are, that's a lot of money for a backup.

I'm knocking a star for each of the two issues I've had with them. From a value proposition, these really aren't that great a deal. From a technical aspect, even with a quick and cheap fix available, it is troubling that such a fault wasn't caught before retail. If you can deal with an ugly piece of tape on the front, don't mind the possibility of having to take a 2-hour break once or twice a month, and don't mind paying extra, give these a look.

49 of 51 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Quality July 3, 2010

By Jono

Amazon Verified Purchase

The Samsung SSG-2200AR Active Shutter Glasses are an extremely well product. They function exactly as described, are very comfortable. I purchased the Samsung SSG-2100AB Battery 3D Glasses before these and those hurt the sides of my head after wearing them for very long. The 2200AR's don't have this problem. I also find these glasses are very stylish compared to the 2100AB's and these also have a full frame around the lenses, where the 2100s don't fully encircle the bottom of the lenses. I also feel the lenses are bigger giving you a better sense perception of the 3D effect due to increased field of view. I wear glasses full time normally, and when putting these 3D glasses over my regular glasses they fit fine. I have a pretty large frame for my normal glasses, so that is no small feat. I use the glasses with a Samsung UN46C8000 and they work wonderfully. Once you enable 3D on the TV you just push the small power button and they sync and begin working in less than one second. They stay fully powered on until you hold down the power button for a few seconds, the TV goes out of 3D mode, or you turn off the TV.

The packages includes the glasses themselves, a micro-USB to USB 2.0 charging cable for your computer (or it can be plugged into the TV via USB slot on the back), a very soft cloth like carrying case for protection, and a microfiber cleaning cloth.

The battery takes about 2 hours to charge fully and with one charge it will last for about 30 hours.

I feel these glasses are an extremely good buy, with the increased comfort, styling, and ability to never have to buy those special small batteries like you have to do with the SSG-2200ABs.. it's worth the little bit of extra money to upgrade.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect so far! July 4, 2010

By Shawn Scott

Amazon Verified Purchase

So far these glasses do what they are supposed to without any problems. I went with the rechargeable glasses to avoid crosstalk, weak/dead battery issues and for the convenience. My only concern is that rechargeable electronics I've owned in the past haven't been the most reliable. For the price on two of these, it's a bit risky so I bought the squaretrade 3 year insurance just to be safe. I'll be sure to post back here if there is any problem in the next three years.