LED TV Reviews

Below is the press release Samsung made in January regarding it’s new technology. There should be quite a few good deals on this TV this month. I’ll make a series of post as soon as they become available.

SAMSUNG Electronics today announced that it continues to lead the industry with the launch of the widest range of options for 3D home entertainment in the marketplace with a comprehensive line up of 3D-ready LED, LCD and Plasma televisions as well as 3D Blu-ray players and home theater systems.

SAMSUNG was the first to introduce 3D into the home in 2007 with a DLP offering, and the following year brought this technology to the UK with the launch of the world’s first 3D flat-panel plasma. Following a string of successful 3D cinema releases, SAMSUNG has spent the past two years investing in core 3D image processing technology to provide home customers with the multi platform 3D solutions unveiled today which offer the industry’s best image quality.

Debuting at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, SAMSUNG’s 3D-ready TV offering includes the award-winning LED TV 9000 Series, as well as the LED TV 8000 and 7000 series, meaning consumers have a wide choice of models to fit their individual entertainment preferences and lifestyle. For customers wanting to purchase an LCD model, the new 750 Series will also support 3D technology, making images leap off the screen so you feel like you’re a part of the action, whilst the latest in SAMSUNG’s premium plasma TV line the 7000 Series - also includes SAMSUNG’s proprietary built-in 3D processor to add a new dimension to TV viewing at home for Plasma fans.
Entertainment enthusiasts can also enjoy 3D content on their Blu-ray player for the first time with the launch of the BD-C6900 as well as a 3D Blu-ray home theatre system.

SAMSUNG’s proprietary built-in 3D processor and emitter is optimised for, and compatible with multiple 3D standards including half and full HD resolution formats as well as the Blu-ray Disc Association ratified “Blu-ray 3D” standard. In addition, SAMSUNG’s 3D system delivers a picture using a full color spectrum for a believable, immersive viewing experience.

Rob Shaw, General Manager CTV & Home Platforms, SAMSUNG UK & Ireland says: “3D TV is a key focus for SAMSUNG and we are committed to the continued delivery of this technology to homes in the UK. In 2010 we are delighted to be able to offer the industry’s broadest portfolio of 3D ready TV screen technologies, including LED, LCD & PDP. Our televisions offer incredible picture quality and choice, and coupled with the forthcoming Sky 3D TV service, SAMSUNG customers can look forward to a truly immersive viewing experience.”

At this week’s CES show, BSkyB (Sky) has confirmed that its forthcoming Sky 3D TV service, which is to launch later this year, will be compatible with a wide range of the first 3D Ready TVs to be available in the UK and Ireland, including SAMSUNG’s latest lineup. The service will offer a broad selection of the best available 3D programming, expected to include movies, arts, entertainment and sport. The service will be broadcast across Sky’s existing HD infrastructure. SAMSUNG will be showing Sky 3D content at CES and discussions between the companies are ongoing for the development of this format.

Brian Lenz, Sky’s Director of Product Design & TV Product Development, comments: “Our HD customers already have a 3D capable set-top box, so if they are interested in experiencing TV in a third dimension, the good news is that they’ll have a range of 3D Ready TVs to choose from. This is a great example of Sky and manufacturers like SAMSUNG taking the initiative to ensure there is no confusion over formats. By working together with set manufactures, we want to provide a hassle free way for consumers enjoy 3D TV.”

Up until now whenever I thought of HD LED, I always thought of Sharp or Samsung. However companies like LGE and VIZIO are starting to stir up a buzz of their own. Check out the description below from the Vizio site:

“Extreme VIZIO Technology! The VF551XVT 55” TruLED™ delivers the best picture quality available on an LCD HDTV. This direct type, backlit LED HDTV is comprised of 960 LEDs divided into 80 control blocks and utilities Smart Dimming™ to intelligently control these blocks turning them on and completely off based on the content you’re watching. This cutting edge technology stops light leakage enabling you to achieve REAL 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio for rich, dark scenes delivering an experience that will blow you away. Rounding this out are features such as full 1080p high definition resolution for crystal clear images, 240Hz Smooth Motion for fluid transitions and SRS audio technologies for amazing sound! The Extreme VIZIO Technology series epitomizes what HDTV should be!”

This could be an affordable alternative for some TV lovers! I intend to reveiw some of these televisions the use the TRUELED technology over the next few weeks.

LG Electronics (LG), announced the launch of its SL9000, a Full HD LED TV a cooler version of the SL80 that was released in July. However, the LGSL900 is super sleek with a smoother smoked glass finish. The TV has flawless pictur quality and uses advanced LED blacklight technology developed by LG. It is so thin that it would look perfect on any wall.
LG’s latest HDTV, the SL9000, uses film lamination to eliminate the gap between the screen and the bezel. A special sheet of laminate film completes the SL9000’s perfectly flat surface, eliminating the line between the screen and the bezel while also significantly reducing glare. The result is a uniform, seamless surface from edge-to-edge, with no visible frame. The screen and bezel are the same deep shade of black and LG even carried this theme down to the glasslike stand. With a depth of just 2.9cm, the SL9000 is a beautiful window into a new world of home entertainment.
LG’s Full HD SL9000 LED TV will be available in most parts of the world starting in October. Additional information is available at www.lge.com.

Specifications SL9000 LED TV
• BORDERLESS™ Design
• Slim 2.9cm
• 3,000,000:1 Mega Contrast Ratio
• TruMotion 100Hz
• Full HD (1920 x 1080)
• Picture Wizard
• AV Mode
• 24p Real Cinema (24p 5:5 pull down)
• Expert Mode (ISF Ready)
• Bluetooth
• HD DivX
• USB 2.0
• Intelligent Sensor II
• Smart Energy Saving Plus
• Clear Voice II
• Invisible Speaker
Source: LG

Sharp Electronics unveils, for the first time worldwide, AQUOS LED, an LCD TV Series that provides the ultimate in picture quality and value, offering consumers the lowest power consumption of any available LCD TV. A new series of LCD TV’s that combines Sharp’s award-winning AQUOS LCD technology with a Full-Array LED backlight system, the new LE700 AQUOS LED Series delivers unprecedented image quality and energy-efficient, eco-friendly performance.

To read the full press release click here.

Seoul, Korea /  LG Electronics (LG) , a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, today unveiled two new ultra-slim “full LED” LCD TVs in Seoul. The new 55-inch screens- models 55LH95 and 55LH93 respectively - lead the market in terms of picture quality, design and convenience.

“These products were designed specifically to target the high-end segment and offer unmatched quality and design,” said LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company President and CEO, Simon Kang. “These new models will change the LED LCD TV market landscape and we expect these devices to reinforce the premium image of LCD TVs in general,” said LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company President and CEO, Simon Kang.

LG’s ambitious new product line offers a brighter and clearer screen than competing products thanks to backlighting that employs a total of 3,360 LEDs –- seven times more than existing edge-lit LED TVs. LG’s full LED LCD models also features a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio through enhanced dimming technology that divides the screen into 240 blocks. And with a refresh rate of 240 Hz, these TVs maintain a vibrant, smooth image even during fast-paced action scenes.

LG’s newest ultra-slim full LED LCD TVs employ patented technology that helps keep the overall chassis thickness down to just 24.8mm. This proprietary technology allows the LEDs to be spread-out horizontally and minimizes the distance between the LEDs and the screen. Another innovation offered for the first time in the new LED LCD TV is the enhanced wireless feature which eliminates the need for image compression. Content can be sent from DVD players, game consoles or home-theater units wirelessly without any degradation.

LG’s ultra-slim full LED LCD TV is priced at around KRW 7 million (approximately US$ 5,500) for the 55LH93 and around KRW 7.6 million (approximately US$ 5,900) for the 55LH95 model which will be launched in July 2009.

LG plans to aggressively expand the LED LCD TV business and is aiming for three to four million unit sales next year. Three different models of full LED LCD TVs will be offered to suit different market segments. The ultra-slim model will be positioned as the premium product with additional products in this category being announced later this year. The company will unveil less expensive 42-inch and 47-inch full LED LCD TVs by the end of the year without the ultra-slim feature.

LG is forecasting that the global LED LCD TV market will grow to 30 million units by next year and to 68 million by 2011, up from 3.1 million this year. LG is aiming to become the world’s second biggest seller of LCD TVs and predicts that the proportion of LCD TVs that feature LED technology will also grow from 2.6 percent this year to 20 percent next year and to 40 percent by 2011.

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About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 84,000 people working in 115 operations including 84 subsidiaries around the world. With 2008 global sales of $44.7 billion, LG comprises of five business units – Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning and Business Solutions. LG is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, audio and video products, mobile handsets, air conditioners and washing machines. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both A Global Partner of Formula 1™ and A Technology Partner of Formula 1™. As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit www.lge.com.

About LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company
The LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company is a top global player in flat panel displays, audio players and video products for the consumer and professional markets. LG’s product areas include LCD and plasma televisions, home theater systems, Blu-ray disc players, audio components and video players, and plasma display panels, among others. While focusing on creating feature-rich devices, the company is also pursuing stylish designs and pushing technological boundaries to improve the home entertainment experience.

Well first off all I would like to say WOW. I have had the blog up for about a month now and have done countless amounts of research on LED TVs and have seen lots of LED TV pictures, but I really didn’t appreciate how great they are until I saw one in the flesh. I walked into Comet yesterday and it was the first thing I saw and I’ve got to admit I was very very impressed.

The picture quality, although noticeably better than your standard LCD TV is not the most impressive part of it. The film showing on the LED TV was not an action film with fast moving images, it was a normal kind of everyday film, but boy can you notice the difference. The camera pans as it would do in any film, from one person to another, and that is where the biggest difference lye’s. The first thing you notice is that the images keep amazing clarity as the camera moves, and it is very noticeable, especially when you go back on home to a normal LCD TV. To be quite honest I didn’t thing the difference would be that great, especially to the point that I would pick it up in the first 10 seconds of looking at it. After that I spent a further 10 minutes staring and contemplating how I can raise the money for one of these.

The more you watch, the more you see the difference and if a normal everyday program/film shows a big difference, I can only begin to imagine how amazing an LED TV would be for gaming or action films. After I managed to blink, I had a walk around it and again was truly amazed. The size!! Although I know LED TVs are Ultra Thin, again, I don’t believe you can really appreciate how big a difference there is until you see one in real life. The LED TV I was looking at was a Samsung, UE40B6000/A, series 6, 40″ Box Set in Rose Black, and the good news is the price is started to come down.

To wrap up, believe the hype! LED TVs are the future!

Today we will cover the Series 7 range of Samsung LED Televisions. The main difference between the Series 6 and Series 7 is Internet TV.

Here is a full spec on what you can expect to find:

Video
Screen Size	55″
Resolution	1920 X 1080
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	Mega Contrast
1080 24p Real Movie	Yes
Picture Engine	SAMSUNG LED Engine
Wide Colour Enhancer	WCE pro
100/200Hz Motion Plus	Yes (100Hz)

Audio
Speaker Type	Down Firing
Sound Effect System	SRS Trusurround HD & Dolby Digital Plus
Woofer	Yes
Sound Output (RMS)	15W x 2

Feature
Sleep Timer	Yes
Auto Channel Search	Yes
Auto Power Off	Yes
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)	Yes
Game Mode	Yes
Teletext (TTXT)	1000p
Picture-In-Picture	1 Tuner PIP
Clock & On/Off Timer	Yes
OSD Language	Europe 25 Language
EPG	Yes
Internet@TV	Yes
DLNA Wireless	Yes (Support)
Content Library (Flash)	Yes (2G)
USB2.0	Yes (USB 2.0)
BD Wise	Yes
Wireless LAN Adaptor Support	Yes
Smart Content Manager	Yes
Remote Controller Type	IR Remote Control
User Interface	Intelligent
Auto Volume Leveler	Yes

System
DTV Type	DVB-T/C,MPEG4
DTV Tuner Built-in	Yes

Dimension
Set Size (WxDxH) with Stand	1321 x 305 x 877mm
Set Size (WxHxD) without Stand	1321 x 29.9 x 815mm
Package Size (WxHxD)	1446 x 399 x 996mm

Weight
Package Weight	35.4kg
Set Weight with Stand	27.4kg
Set Weight without Stand	22.2kg

Accessory
ANT- Cable	No
Power Cable	Yes
Batteries	Yes
Ultra Slim Wall Mount	Yes
Remote Controller Model	TM970
Simple Remote Controller	No
Install CD	Yes (Wireless DLNA)
Slim Gender Cable	Scart/ Component/ AV IN
Instruction Book	Refer to E-Manual Tab

Power
Power Supply	AC 220 - 240V 50 / 60Hz
Stand-by Power Consumption	< 0.1W
Eco Mark	Eco flower

Series
Series	7

Panel
Ultra Clear Panel	Yes

Additional Feature
Hotel TV (RS232 / IR Pass Through)	No
Hotel Mode(S/W)	Yes
Clone Remote Controller Support	No
Hotel TV Option - External Speaker	No
Hotel TV Option - Clock	No

Input & Output (Back)
HDMI	4
Digital Audio (Optical)	1
Audio Out L-R (Mini Jack)	No
PC Input (D-sub)	1
PC Audio Input (Mini Jack)	1
DVI Audio Input	Common Use for PC Audio Input
Component (Y/Pb/Pr)	1 (Mini Jack)
Composite (AV)	1 (Mini Jack)
Ethernet (LAN)	1
RF Input	1
USB	2
CI Slot	Yes
Scart	1 (Mini jack)

Design
Type	SAMSUNG Crystal TV
Colour	Rose Black
Swivel (Left/Right)	Yes (20 / 20)

When considering buying an LED TV you may also be considering what model you should get. Today we are going to cover Series 6000 and Series 7000 of the Samsung LED TVs. The full specification for the Samsung Series 6000 Model are listed below (This is an example based on a 42″ LED TV):

Video
Screen Size	46″
Resolution	1920 X 1080
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	Mega Contrast
1080 24p Real Movie	Yes
Picture Engine	SAMSUNG LED Engine
Wide Colour Enhancer	WCE pro
100/200Hz Motion Plus	Yes (100Hz)

Audio
Speaker Type	Down Firing
Sound Effect System	SRS Trusurround HD & Dolby Digital Plus
Woofer	Yes
Sound Output (RMS)	10W x 2

Feature
Sleep Timer	Yes
Auto Channel Search	Yes
Auto Power Off	Yes
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)	Yes
Game Mode	Yes
Teletext (TTXT)	1000p
Picture-In-Picture	No
Clock & On/Off Timer	Yes
OSD Language	Europe 25 Language
EPG	Yes
Internet@TV	No
DLNA Wireless	No
Content Library (Flash)	No
USB2.0	Yes (USB 2.0)
BD Wise	Yes
Wireless LAN Adaptor Support	No
Smart Content Manager	No
Remote Controller Type	IR Remote Control
User Interface	Intelligent
Auto Volume Leveler	Yes

System
DTV Type	DVB-T/C,MPEG4
DTV Tuner Built-in	Yes

Dimension
Set Size (WxDxH) with Stand	1115 x 275 x 763mm
Set Size (WxHxD) without Stand	1115 x 29.9 x 705mm
Package Size (WxHxD)	1415 x 260 x 818mm

Weight
Package Weight	28.3kg
Set Weight with Stand	22.4kg
Set Weight without Stand	17.6kg

Accessory
ANT- Cable	No
Power Cable	Yes
Batteries	Yes
Vesa Wall Mount	Yes (40-55″ : 400 x 400)
Ultra Slim Wall Mount	Yes
Remote Controller Model	TM970
Simple Remote Controller	No
Install CD	No
Slim Gender Cable	Scart/ Component/ AV IN
Instruction Book	Refer to E-Manual Tab

Power
Power Supply	AC 220 - 240V 50 / 60Hz
Operation Power Consumption	105
Stand-by Power Consumption	< 0.1W
Eco Mark	Eco flower

Series
Series	6

Panel
Ultra Clear Panel	Yes

Additional Feature
Hotel TV (RS232 / IR Pass Through)	No
Hotel Mode(S/W)	Yes
Clone Remote Controller Support	No
Hotel TV Option - External Speaker	No
Hotel TV Option - Clock	No

Input & Output (Back)
HDMI	4
Digital Audio (Optical)	1
Audio Out L-R (Mini Jack)	No
PC Input (D-sub)	1
PC Audio Input (Mini Jack)	1
DVI Audio Input	Common Use for PC Audio Input
Component (Y/Pb/Pr)	1 (Mini Jack)
Composite (AV)	1 (Mini Jack)
Ethernet (LAN)	No
RF Input	1
USB	1
CI Slot	Yes
Scart	1 (Mini jack)

Design
Type	SAMSUNG Crystal TV
Colour	Rose Black
Swivel (Left/Right)	Yes (20 / 20)

Video
Screen Size	46″
Resolution	1920 X 1080
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	Mega Contrast
1080 24p Real Movie	Yes
Picture Engine	SAMSUNG LED Engine
Wide Colour Enhancer	WCE pro
100/200Hz Motion Plus	Yes (100Hz)

Audio
Speaker Type	Down Firing
Sound Effect System	SRS Trusurround HD & Dolby Digital Plus
Woofer	Yes
Sound Output (RMS)	10W x 2

Feature
Sleep Timer	Yes
Auto Channel Search	Yes
Auto Power Off	Yes
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)	Yes
Game Mode	Yes
Teletext (TTXT)	1000p
Picture-In-Picture	No
Clock & On/Off Timer	Yes
OSD Language	Europe 25 Language
EPG	Yes
Internet@TV	No
DLNA Wireless	No
Content Library (Flash)	No
USB2.0	Yes (USB 2.0)
BD Wise	Yes
Wireless LAN Adaptor Support	No
Smart Content Manager	No
Remote Controller Type	IR Remote Control
User Interface	Intelligent
Auto Volume Leveler	Yes

System
DTV Type	DVB-T/C,MPEG4
DTV Tuner Built-in	Yes

Dimension
Set Size (WxDxH) with Stand	1115 x 275 x 763mm
Set Size (WxHxD) without Stand	1115 x 29.9 x 705mm
Package Size (WxHxD)	1415 x 260 x 818mm

Weight
Package Weight	28.3kg
Set Weight with Stand	22.4kg
Set Weight without Stand	17.6kg

Accessory
ANT- Cable	No
Power Cable	Yes
Batteries	Yes
Vesa Wall Mount	Yes (40-55″ : 400 x 400)
Ultra Slim Wall Mount	Yes
Remote Controller Model	TM970
Simple Remote Controller	No
Install CD	No
Slim Gender Cable	Scart/ Component/ AV IN
Instruction Book	Refer to E-Manual Tab

Power
Power Supply	AC 220 - 240V 50 / 60Hz
Operation Power Consumption	105
Stand-by Power Consumption	< 0.1W
Eco Mark	Eco flower

Series
Series	6

Panel
Ultra Clear Panel	Yes

Additional Feature
Hotel TV (RS232 / IR Pass Through)	No
Hotel Mode(S/W)	Yes
Clone Remote Controller Support	No
Hotel TV Option - External Speaker	No
Hotel TV Option - Clock	No

Input & Output (Back)
HDMI	4
Digital Audio (Optical)	1
Audio Out L-R (Mini Jack)	No
PC Input (D-sub)	1
PC Audio Input (Mini Jack)	1
DVI Audio Input	Common Use for PC Audio Input
Component (Y/Pb/Pr)	1 (Mini Jack)
Composite (AV)	1 (Mini Jack)
Ethernet (LAN)	No
RF Input	1
USB	1
CI Slot	Yes
Scart	1 (Mini jack)

Design
Type	SAMSUNG Crystal TV
Colour	Rose Black
Swivel (Left/Right)	Yes (20 / 20)

From early 1900’s scientists have been experimenting with creating light from various materials.  In the 1950’s the LED (Light Emitting Diode) was discovered. Significant improvements in the production of certain chemical structures have allowed for improved brightness in green and blue specifically. Additional colors such as amber and cyan are also being developed at a rapid pace.

These improvements enable system designs that can produce better color fidelity at near equivalent brightness to common lamp-based technologies with longer lifetimes. Additional performance enhancements include system level features like instant on, no mercury, no color refresh artifacts, dynamically adjustable brightness, and improved color gamuts.

The rapid switching capabilities of LED technology match perfectly with the fast switching properties of DLP technology. By taking advantage of the high speed capabilities of the DMD and LEDs, it is now possible to utilize color refresh rates that are much higher than what exists with today’s designs. It is also possible to randomize the color order. Ultimately, images can be created with higher bit depth, better motion fidelity, and higher brightness. By increasing the switching frequency of the LEDs, it is possible to drive them with increased power while minimizing the thermal loading of the PN junction.

These fast switching capabilities of DLP technology take advantage of the new LED colors that are becoming available, providing much more flexibility for multiple color configurations using a single DMD device. With a DLP system, the LEDs do not require polarization, reflecting the light precisely off of the DMD mirror surface. The light is used efficiently, only when it is needed. This maximizes brightness and system efficiency while reducing heat. The net result is a lower system cost with higher brightness and larger color gamuts that far exceed those possible by traditional systems utilizing other common illumination sources.

As LED technology developments continue to improve brightness and reliability, LED illumination may become more of a mainstream light source for many future applications. Future developments will be able to take further advantage of the fast LED switching time to improve video performance, enhance contrast without opto-mechanical components, and create adjustable color gamuts that far exceed the possibilities of traditional illumination sources. New products will soon benefit from these fundamental capabilities providing new, unique designs that offer instant on, better colors, and overall better picture using the speed of DLP micromirror arrays. With the advantages of LED and DLP technologies working together, it is expected that DLP HDTVs will provide even better performance with better reliability far exceeding any existing DLP HDTV product.

Reference:

http://www.eetchina.com/ARTICLES/2006AUG/PDF/167_LED_TV_white_paper.pdf?SOURCES=DOWNLOAD