Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology

Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology Review

I picked this TV up at Best Buy in November 2004, and I've been pretty pleased with it. It's easy to set up and lightweight (approx 70 pounds), and isn't as fragile as it appears.

I'm running a DVI cable from a digital cable box to this TV, and the high-definition picture is spectacular, especially for sports. This TV only offers the 720p HD output, but I've had no difficulties with conversion from the 1080i signal. The analog signal (non-digital channels), unfortunately, is mediocre - and certain stations that have poor signals (think TBS) look terrible. It was explained to me that all DLP televisions have lousy analog pictures because they don't deal well with the 480i output that standard TV uses, but it doesn't matter why - just be aware that it is a problem, and if you want a very good picture across the board, this TV does not deliver it.

I have a pretty high-end Sony DVD player and I'm a little disappointed in the picture from it. I'm using good component cables and used a calibration DVD to improve the picture, but I still see a lot of artifacts and fuzziness on most DVDs. However, I can't totally blame the TV - high-quality DVDs (The Lord of the Rings movies come to mind) do look good. I guess the TV just doesn't do much to improve an average or lousy signal like the 32 inch Sony tube TV I had before it.

The setup is pretty easy to use, and the TV is packed with features (impressive PIP in particular). Menus are easy to navigate. My only criticism is that if you have several devices plugged in, going from one input to another can take a good 10 seconds as the TV's "reaction time" is very slow when you want to go from TV to DVD to X-Box, etc...

Overall, it's a good, not great, TV. I'm happy I bought it - and if you can still find one (they're 3 generations old, having been replaced by the 5063 and now the 5085) at a clearance sale, it might be your best bet.

Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology Feature

• DLP-based high-definition widescreen projection television with 50-inch screen; 46.6 x 33.8 x 17.6 inches (W x H x D)
• 13 video inputs, including DVI-HDTV, PC, and DVD (480i/p)
• 1,280 x 720 resolution for a clear, detailed picture
• 2-tuner PIP with side-by-side split screen
• 15 watts per channel x 2; Virtual Dolby surround simulates theater sound through any two speakers

Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology Overview

Samsung introduces a new generation digital TV that finally addresses high-definition performance, compact design and affordability when compared to other flat panel designs. The new HLN5065W displays 50 inches of breathtaking wide-screen viewing area that is elegantly framed in an ultra-light, thin-bezel cabinet. Weighing about 78 pounds and a mere 17.6 inches deep, the HLN5065W fits almost anywhere. The secret to this engineering marvel - a compact digital projector powered by a single, postage stamp sized Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) that generates high definition video images. These video images are created by proprietary digital light processing (DLP) techniques, and then magnified by an advanced array of optics. Its fully digital video design processes combined with Samsung's new DNIe video enhancer optimizes all analog NTSC and wideband sources be it a VCR, DVD player, camcorder or TV programming from digital satellite receivers and HDTV tuners. The new DVI interface is compatible with the new generation cable, satellite and off-air high-definition receivers for a pure digital picture. Samsung's HLN5065W will also accommodate a computer too with no burn-in or screen-aging issues to worry about. Hang it, mount it, rest it on a stand or wall-unit, and simply move it anywhere, its size and weight offers more placement possibilities over any other TV design. Finally, Samsung lets you put TV in its place.

Samsung HLN5065W 50-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology Specifications

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.

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