Samsung 3D Plasma Televisions
The advent of three dimension movies being released in theaters — most notably the blockbuster “Avatar” — has produced a frenzy amongst television companies who realize the potential of the technology. As a result, new model TVs are being rushed onto the market with the ability to turn a movie to show into a live experience, but the number of new products and the developing design makes it a difficult choice for customers who have very little understanding of the best value and capabilities. The most prominent companies, such as Panasonic and Sony, have their own models of 3D televisions, but the industry leader Samsung offers some of the highest quality imagery for the best cost. This Samsung 3D TV review looks at their newest lineup of high definition and plasma screen televisions with three dimensional image capacity.
Three dimensional imaging works because of the angle which our eyes perceive objects; as one eye is spaced slightly differently than the other, the projection power of 3D television acts to overlay one layer on the other so that the spacing creates the illusion of depth. Specific 3D glasses are needed to watch a Samsung 3D TV — or any other 3D television — but can be purchased cheaply from any store which sells the technology for televisions or computers. The glasses project separate images per lens, as one is tinted red and the other blue, and each picks up the picture to give overlapping images that appear lifelike. Other televisions work to quickly block the projections given to one eye (the red or blue) and then the other in succession. This moves too rapidly for the human eye to notice, so that the constant back and forth looks as if it is moving towards or away from the viewer.
Samsung has several models with 3D capabilities in addition to their standard product; the line of Samsung 3D plasma TVs not only have the eye popping imagery but produce the viewing quality that is standard on plasma models. Plasma televisions use two gases in conjunction with glass tubes for a much more vibrant color than simple red, blue, and green standard televisions. Samsung’s 7000 and 8000 plasma models have 3D capacity along with the excellent surround sound and high definition ports that come standard with the product. Similarly, Samsung’s line of LED and LCD televisions give 3D capacity on the highest end 750 models. The advantage of higher end televisions is that they can run other capabilities, such as Internet capacity, so that customers can use their television as a computer monitor and check email or shop from the comfort of their couch.
As only the best televisions come with 3D imagery, it goes without saying that a 3D television is much more expensive than a basic high definition or standard definition television. A Samsung 3D TV with a sixty inch plasma screen in the 8000 model can cost thirty seven hundred dollars — without any extra accessories or customization! This, obviously, can represent a significant amount of a customer’s budget if they are looking for the best possible product. The lowest end three dimensional television from Samsung is the HD 750 line and costs sixteen hundred dollars; still a considerable price tag, but less than the larger theater systems. Samsung offers a variety of payment plans for their customers, so that even a high end purchase can be paid off in as little as fifty dollars per month.
Knowing the specific dimensions of your living room’s space is necessary for purchasing a larger television. The rule of thumb for standard definition televisions is to sit six times further back from the screen than the screen is measured in inches; thus a person should sit six feet away from a twelve inch standard TV. For plasma and HD televisions, however, this ratio can be reduced in half — a necessary upgrade, as a sixty inch TV would otherwise require thirty feet of space — as the images are more complex yet easier on the eye. Still, it’s necessary to make sure you’ve carefully planned out where the television will be and where viewers will sit to avoid possible strain and ensure comfort.
Many customers have been receptive to the new lines of Samsung’s 3D televisions. The products have proven favorable compared to Sony and Vizio product line of televisions, as they give clearer, crisper pictures, especially from high definition television channels. However, as technological improvements usually go, the complaint from customers is that a newer, better product comes onto the market as soon as they purchase their television. Televisions released as recently as mid 2009 are already being lapped by new designs, so comparisons between companies must be analyzed carefully. However, that Samsung is consistently being rated above their competitors for new designs speaks to the high quality of their engineering standards.
One of the problems, however, that is consistently associated with Samsung’s 3D televisions is the poor back lighting that is apparent when watching movies in a dark room. The televisions tend to give off a light around the edges of the frame, which is not a problem in a well lit room. In a dark room or late at night, however, this overflow draws attention from the screen and can be frustrating as it is not adjustable. Previous models have had troubles with back lit projection — that the television is brighter at the center than at the edges — and although Samsung has corrected these flaws in newer models, the problem of central display seems to be an anchor for Samsung’s products. This fluctuating light is readily apparent when watching three dimension movies because of the overlap in images from the corners of the screen.
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Other complaints from customers center around the viewing glasses required to watch a 3D movie or television channel. Some customers purchased the televisions without realizing that the technology for image projection is not built into the screen itself and that wearing the glasses is the only way to render the picture. The glasses are not manufactured by Samsung themselves, but the company still receives blame from customers who believe that the glasses are bulky or uncomfortable to wear for a two or three hour film.
Although there are some production flaws, the reception for Samsung’s 3D TVs has generally been very positive. The monitor is so thin and light that it can be carried easily by one person and is simple to install and set up. A number of television stands are compatible with the Samsung models, so the TVs can be installed on wall mounts or swivels. In addition, the quality of images with Blue Ray movie players is considerably higher than that of other companies, because Blue Ray movies are designed to play on high definition televisions, and Samsung’s line of high definition televisions have the highest pixel ratio on the market for the sharpest pictures.
If you are interested in purchasing a three dimensional television for ground breaking, breathtaking movies and shows, Samsung’s product line combines the highest quality with 3D capacity to lead the industry in sales and models. Consider your personal budget and check local electronics stores for the best options.
