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.
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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.
3D Samsung Starter Kit 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. The Samsung 3D stater kit allows you and a friend to experience true Samsung 3D entertainment.
Battery-Operated 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)
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not much to say about this really, The packaging is really sharp looking and would make a good enought place to store your glasses if not being used for an extended length of time. They are made of lightweight plastic and despite what I had read in other reviews seem fairly sturdy obviously as with any glasses you are't going to want to sit on them or anything but they seem like they could take a fall and be ok. I have noticed that the hinge on pne pair has already become loose with use, nothing that couldn't be fixed with a screwdriver though. The battery compartment just slides open and changing batteries is very easy. I have no problem wearing these over my regular glasses and actually have noticed that unlike the glasses used in theaters the focal point between my regular glasses and the 3d glasses is not an issue and has no effect on the 3d. However I have noticed that people who normally wear glasses find them less annoying than people who don't. Also included are 2 sleeves for storing the glasses, they are ok for keeping the glasses dust free but they are somewhat difficult to remove the glasses from and you can end up getting fingerprints on the glasses while trying to wrangle them out. As far as the movie is concerned I found the 3D effect to be less than impressive and one character in particular always has a ghosting effect that despite messing with all the settings on my tv I was unable to fix also its a pretty basic release of the movie with the "not for resale" branded on the package in large print, it really seems more like an in store demo disc than a full release.
Buy your 3DTV, get your free glasses (which is the only way you can get Monsters Vs Aliens in 3d), keep 1 set, sell the other (or sell both and keep the movie, perfect for those who want to save money and buy a spare pair) and then buy the wireless rechargeable pair.
Over all the 3d experience is kind of fun, I get more value out of it when playing video games (try playing Battlefield / Call of Duty / Forza in 3d) we need more movies. I hear shrek will be out on 3d for samsung soon, so keep watching for it.
Bottom Line.
This is a good deal if you get it for free. If you have the extra cash, sell one of the glasses from this set and pickup the rechargeable one, this way it only costs you about 50$. The only "con" is these "look cooler" than the rechargeable ones, but the rechargeable ones will save you money.
Have fun! And remember, the only way you can get the movie is to get this pack. The value for the movie is not worth the asking price (2 150$ glasses and a movie should not equal 350$).
First thing you should do when you buy this is get out monsters vs aliens and watch the trailers and the bonus film. Both are great and will get you used to 3d right away. 3d is fun. Enjoy :D
This kit includes 2 pairs of glasses, 2 batteries for the glasses, 2 bags to store the glasses when not in use, 2 cleaning rags to clean the glasses, and 1 3D Blu-ray movie (Monsters vs. Aliens). This starter kit arrived USPS ground 7 days after ordering as part of a larger package deal (free super shipping was my only available option) which also included the BD-C6900 Samsung 3D Blu-ray player and the PN58C7000 Samsung 58 inch 3D Plasma TV. The package contents were fit nicely into the amazon box.
The kit is rather nice when you are getting it for free as an early promotion. It has the basics of what you need to watch 3d, and care for the glasses when they aren't being used. Operation of the glasses is pretty straight forward. Pop in the battery, push the power button and you are ready to watch 3D. The glasses will sync automatically with the tv. When you are done watching 3d, push the power button to turn the glasses off, and put them in the included bag for safekeeping.
I was concerned these might be heavy, but they are not. In fact they are pretty light weight. They feel sturdy enough for adult use, but as soon as my 2 year old started reaching for them I got nervous. I was also concerned they might not fit over my glasses, but they do, and in fact are pretty comfortable. If I had a choice I would have opted for the rechargeable version that I used at the store, but that is really not a big deal. The manual says the battery should last about 50 hours.
The title really says it all. It is simply a basic kit to get you started on 3d, and it does that quite well.
I got this kit free with my Samsung UN46C7000 46-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED HDTV (Black), otherwise I wouldn't have spent the money on it. After watching 'Monsters vs. Aliens' I had 3D figured for a novelty, but I was wrong. I have Comcast and they have 3D On-Demand movies and sports, so I watched the PGA Championship in 3D and was blown away! This is the future of TV! I can't wait for more live action 3D content instead of animated kids movies.
The glasses themselves are a little fragile feeling, but I treat them like my expensive prescription glasses and I'm sure they will hold up fine. I'm not too worried about the batteries because you can get them cheap now on the internet. I also like the battery saving features, although it can be hard for my family to tell when they're on or off.
If you're underwhelmed by the animated films currently on 3D, wait until you see live action movies and events!
