Samsung PN63C7000 63-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV From Samsung

Samsung PN63C7000 63-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV From Samsung List Price: $3,499.99 Price: $2,897.88 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Ships from and sold by Electronics Expo 5 new or used available from $2,154.99 Average customer review:

Product Description

Get a true cinematic experience without going to the cinema with a Samsung plasma HDTV. This Samsung PN63C7000, with Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio makes sure every frame is saturated with dense, rich color. Samsung is also ENERGY STAR compliant so you are assured that your 63 -inch plasma HDTV is helping the environment by using less enery while saving you money.

Accessories

• 2010 LinkStick: Connect wirelessly to a world of digital content from Samsung. The LinkStick wireless LAN adaptor eliminates the hassle and cluttered look of wires. Learn more about the Samsung WIS09ABGN LinkStick Wireless LAN Adapter.
• Wall Mount: Picture frame-style mount for simple installation. Mounting hardware included. Learn more about the Samsung WMN1000C Ultra Slim Wall Mount.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11264 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Black
• Brand: Samsung
• Model: PN63C7000
• Released on: 2010-04-23
• Dimensions: 38.10" h x 58.80" w x 13.30" l, 98.30 pounds
• Display size: 63

Features

• Touch of Color? Design
• 1080p Full HD resolution
• 3D Experience
• 4 HDMI (v1.4)
• Crystal Full HD Engine with Cinema Smooth?

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Editorial Reviews

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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(March 2010)
Samsung's new C7000 Series Plasma flat-panel HDTVs deliver stunning performance, unparalleled design, and several innovations that expand the HDTV experience with its new 3D feature. Samsung's new E3-Panel combined with our Clear Image Panel technology provides a stunning high-contrast picture at any angle. The Ultra Slim cabinet measures 1.5-inch deep and is designed with a rich-looking brushed hairline black bezel. Samsung's HDTV innovations include a powerful Internet@TV connectivity package for customizable access to Internet content, home-networking capability via the DLNA standard, playback of your camera and camcorder via USB, and 3D HDTV processing with optional Samsung 3D glasses. Samsung's Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC standard) technology makes system control of compatible A/V devices a one-touch operation. Combine a beautiful design, advanced Internet@TV functionality, the new 3D HDTV experience capability – Samsung's new C7000 Series Plasma HDTVs are designed with this in mind.

Stunning ultra-slim depth – includes tuner (no external transceiver box)

Key Features

• Screen Size: 63 inches
• 3D HD: Samsung 3D technology makes images leap off the screen – so you feel like you’re a part of the action. Sync up with our Samsung Blu-ray Player to experience movies in 3D on your TV – and enjoy more TV broadcasts in stunning 3D, coming soon.
• SAMSUNG SMART TV: Connect to an ever-expanding portal of your favorite digital content. Customizable widgets give you access to BLOCKBUSTER, Facebook, YouTube, Flickr and more – all on your HDTV.
  
• Content Library (Flash Memory): stores limited amount of pictures and video for playback.
• ConnectShare Movie: Connect a thumb drive or digital camera quickly and easily. Userfriendly interface allows access to videos, music playlists and pictures via the remote.
  
• Clear Image Panel: A reflection-reducing coating on the inside of the panel virtually
  eliminates picture distortion.
  
• BD Wise: Automatically adjusts all your components for the best picture and sound quality.
• Picture in Picture: Enables convenient, simultaneous viewing of TV programs and video or PC content sources.
• Game Mode: Enhances dark areas, sharpens the picture, speeds up the image processing response and enhances the sounds of your games. Picture and sound quality optimized for the special needs of gaming systems at the touch of a button.
• Ultra Slim Design
• Touch of Color: Exclusive Touch of Color design combines texture and color that can complement any room.
• 1080p Full HD resolution: Enjoy the powerful picture quality, vivid colors and stunning clarity of Full HD 1080p resolution.
• E3-Panel single-filter design: Delivers improved performance in the areas of color saturation, contrast and energy efficiency.
• FilterBright Antiglare: Minimizes reflections and glare caused by ambient light.
• 600Hz Subfield Motion: Offers crisp, clear Plasma HD action in every frame.
• 1080p Full HD Motion: Delivers better resolution with less blurring during faster motion sports, movies and games.
• Mega Dynamic Contrast ratio: An unparalleled Mega Dynamic Contrast ratio brings together the deepest blacks and brightest whites.
• Crystal Full HD Engine: Images of incredible clarity are achieved by the Samsung Crystal Full HD Engine chip. By unifying all of the TVs advanced imaging technologies, the Samsung Crystal Full HD Engine expands performance, enhances all aspects of the image, and takes picture quality and image integrity to new levels of excellence.
• Cinema Smooth: Cinema Smooth lets you enjoy the unbelievably smooth, realistic action in every frame.
• Exceeds ENERGY STAR standards: Energy saving, up to 43% less than our similar 2009 Plasma TV in standard mode.
• Built-in digital tuner: No external box needed.
  
• Warranty: 1-year parts and 1-year labor warranty (90-days parts and labor for commercial use), with in-home service, backed by Samsung toll-free support.
  

Connections

• 4 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
  Interface)(High-Definition Multimedia
  Interface) version 1.4
• USB: 2
  
• PC Input: 1 - back
• Stand-by Power Consumption < 1watt
  Component: 2 - back

Audio

• SRS TruSurround HD: Get crisp, clear digital quality sound via advanced SRS technology.
• 15 Watts x 2 audio power stereo broadcast reception: Supports multi-channel sound (MTS) and second audio program (SAP) with 181-channel capacity.
• Component Video Inputs: 2 – Backside
• Digital Audio: 1 – Backside
• PC Audio Input: 1 – Backside
  

Dimensions

• TV without stand: 58.8 x 35.8 x 1.4 inches (WxHxD); 83.8 pounds
• TV with stand: 58.8 x 38.1 x 8.9 inches (WxHxD); 98.3.5 pounds
• What size TV should you get?

Accessories

• 2010 LinkStick: Connect wirelessly to a world of digital content from Samsung. The LinkStick wireless LAN adaptor eliminates the hassle and cluttered look of wires. Learn more about the Samsung WIS09ABGN LinkStick Wireless LAN Adapter.

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Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

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Customer Reviews

Superb quality and amazing value! Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R14LRZAXTZENR0 I decided on this TV because of the terrific price of it offered by Amazon (compared to Crutchfield an Vanns).

The first delivery was a disaster because the panel was cracked in several places. My other 50in 2010 Samsung had the same issue with the first delivery. So be warned that Samsung is not packing these sets well given their thinness. Another bummer was the set is made in Mexico and not Japan or Korea.

However that has been it. The picture quality is superb in 2D with all sources. Even SD looks good. The speakers are not great on the set but are serviceable.

This TV loves HD sources! You will be amazed. There are four HDMI inputs.

TV is very thin with a dark grey bezel (not the 8000 titanium).

I have not tried 3D yet. Waiting for glasses to lower in price and to get a 3D Blu Ray player.

All plasmas buzz to some degree and volume level. My set buzzes when a show is paused (DVR), but can't be heard otherwise. Some buzz so loud others return is (common plasma problem) - it is a crap shoot.

Important notes:
- make sure to update the sets firmware to the latest version (1025+), this will improve the 2D and 3D.
- break in the set by running a variable signal for 25-50 hours (constantly moving images - no ESPN) this will help reduce Burn in problems
- consider updating the set to C8000 model via the service menu, you will get all the 8000 features for free (like Cinema Smooth)
Great TV but has issues.
This tv is by far an awesome tv. i have had it for 3 weeks and am blown away by the video quality. all the apps and everything are awesome. the quality is almost too real for anyone to get used to but no complains there. One thing you definitely do notice the first time you watch any hd content is some kinda juddering in the images. it is distracting. i contacted the support center several times and they had me try different settings on the tv, none of which solved the issue. at this point a service technician is coming out to check and tv and see what he can find defective. if he can't solve the issue i might think of sending the tv back. sad but i dont want to just put up with some issues after paying a heavy price tag. please be aware of this issue. i dont think samsung themselves are aware of this issue and no how to fix it. if they are able to fix it i will post an update to this reivew. try to hold off on buying for now.
3 months of use... and the verdict
I bought this TV for my husband as a father's day gift. So it was purchased about 3 months ago. Here is my full impression.

Picture
At the store:
When I was walking around in the store I saw this TV with Avatar going on it and right next to it was the equivalent non-3D Samsung in addition to all the other TVs. There is a huge difference in picture. The best way I could describe it is, it looks like a very high def documentary. What the sales guy said about that crisp effect is that since the TV is built to do so much heavy work for 3D, the 2D benefits in it's picture as well.

I did NOT buy this TV to watch anything in 3D, I do not even own the glasses because they give me headaches. The picture quality in 2D is simply that good. The only times I've had issues with how anything looks on the TV it has always been from the source. Low quality TV show output. Blue Ray looks incredible.

At home:
At first it took a LOT of getting used to, it's SO detailed and sharp that it really does kinda feel very odd watching this TV. We watched movies we had seen many times before and found ourselves seeing things we never noticed. So there's an adjustment period.

3 months later:
The TV feels natural to watch now. The odd thing is watching any non 3D TV feels like trying to watch TV with early stages cataracts. The biggest overall difference I've noticed and enjoyed is that the content you're watching is very immersive. It's all fleshed out to a dimension I did not expect from TV. I did notice after some time that the blacks in the TV are somehow a LOT darker than the screen when the TV is turned off. A lot of people think this is somehow important so I thought I'd include that.

Technically speaking, I cant find anything to complain about. It's HEAVY!!! There, I complained.

Things to know before you buy!!!
This TV.. is HUGE. Have someplace to put it before hand. We are having a heck of a time trying to find a decent TV console for under 1k to put this on. So if you don't already own a very large TV stand or furniture that can accommodate it, look for something ahead of time.

This TV is HEAVY. My hubby is 6'6" and we are both in decent shape and moving this thing is a task not taken lightly. Make sure you got someone to help move it.

This TV is EXPENSIVE. There are a lot of TV's out there for very cheap that will likely suit most people's needs. We put off buying an upgrade TV for 10 years (drooling over our friend's flat screens and working out bums off to save up for one).
For us, I wanted to reward that patience and fiscal responsibility with the biggest TV I could get my hands on that had the best picture I could find and this was it. I have zero buyer's remorse but I did think to myself after a while, if we had not been saving up to splurge after much sacrifice... would I still have bought this?
The answer was HELL YES!
Funny anecdote. Hubby tried playing The Force Unleashed for an hour and got motion sickness and threw up LOL. It's that immersive!! So don't play video games on it till you have gotten used to it.