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Experience all the detail and impact of high-definition with the Samsung PN58B860. It delivers remarkably realistic images with true-to-life colors. Plus, it boasts a slim cabinet that measures just an inch and a half deep, making it Samsung's thinnest 58" plasma HDTV. Despite its slim cabinet, Samsung managed to squeeze in a woofer for better sound than you'll hear from most other flat-panel TVs. And the gray Touch of Color accent at the edges of the gloss black frame gives this model a stylish look.
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Experience all the detail and impact of high-definition with the Samsung PN58B860. It delivers remarkably realistic images with true-to-life colors. Plus, it boasts a slim cabinet that measures just an inch and a half deep, making it Samsung's thinnest 58" plasma HDTV. Despite its slim cabinet, Samsung managed to squeeze in a woofer for better sound than you'll hear from most other flat-panel TVs. And the gray Touch of Color accent at the edges of the gloss black frame gives this model a stylish look.
Crisp and colorful images any time of day
An anti-glare filter boosts picture contrast while reducing screen reflections, for crystal-clear images day or night. Samsung's Wide Color Enhancer 3 ensures vibrant colors and natural skin tones. You'll also enjoy consistently smooth, blur-free video motion, thanks to advanced circuitry that fires each pixel in a fraction of a millisecond.
Connect to the Internet to expand your entertainment options
If you have a broadband Internet connection, you can take advantage of the built-in Yahoo! Widgets web menu to access online services like Yahoo! News and Flickr. These widgets appear at the bottom of the screen so your TV viewing can continue uninterrupted. You can also stream movies and music from a computer running DLNA software. Or, watch your favorite video clips by plugging a thumb drive into one of the USB ports on the side of the TV. If you connect the optional wireless USB adapter, you can enjoy this set's networking capabilities without running Ethernet cable.
A wealth of viewing options
For compatibility with the latest HD sources, this TV's four HDMI inputs accept 1080p video — even 1080p/24, the purest format for film-based video. High-definition Blu-ray players can output 1080p/24, for an exceptionally filmlike image. The PN58B860 also has two HD-capable component video inputs, plus a composite video input for older gear. You also get user-friendly features like picture-in-picture.
Features:
58" screen (measured diagonally)
Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
Touch of Color™ high-gloss finish — black with charcoal gray accent
Built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
Built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)
1920 x 1080 pixels
3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
600Hz Subfield Motion anti-blur technology
FilterBright™ anti-glare filter
Built-in stereo speakers with integrated woofer (15 watts x 2)
Internet-capable with Internet@TV content streaming and customizable Widgets (requires broadband service)
Can stream content from a DLNA-compliant media server (wireless capable with optional USB adapter)
Pre-loaded HD content, including an image gallery, recipes, and games
1-tuner picture-in-picture
Remote control
Anynet+ simplifies remote control of compatible Samsung components via the HDMI connection (HDMI-CEC)
Picture settings memory for each video input
7 A/V inputs, including:
- 1 composite video (side)
- 2 component video (one is selectable component/composite) — accepts signals up to 1080p
- 4 HDMI (3 rear, 1 side) — accepts signals up to 1080p
PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
RF input for antenna/cable signals
Ethernet port
Optical digital audio output for Dolby® Digital
2 USB ports (1 for digital video/photo/MP3 playback, 1 for Samsung's wireless USB adapter)
3D-ready (requires 3D glasses and IR emitter, and a PC)
Energy Star® 3.0 compliant — see our article on TV power consumption for more info about this and other testing standards
Detachable swivel stand
Wall-mountable (wall bracket not included)
56"W x 33-5/8"H x 1-1/2"D (36-1/4"H x 13-3/8"D on stand)
Weight: 100.5 lbs. with stand; 81.3 lbs. without stand
Specifications:
| Main Features |
| HDTV |
HDTV Tuner Built In |
| HDTV Native Resolution |
1080p |
| Screen Size (inches) |
58 |
| General Features |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
| Contrast Ratio (Dynamic) |
3,000,000:1 |
| Energy Star Compliant |
Yes |
| Resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
| Response Time |
.001 ms |
| Surround Modes |
SRS TruSurround HD |
| Remote Control |
Included |
| Tuner |
QAM, NTSC, ATSC |
| Wall Mountable |
Yes |
| Inputs / Outputs |
| Composite Video |
(1) Side Input |
| DB15 (PC Video) |
Rear Input |
| HDMI |
(1) Side Input, (3) Rear Input |
| Analog Audio |
(1) Side Input, (2) Rear Input |
| Component Video |
(2) Rear Input |
| USB Port |
(2) Side Input |
| Built-Ins |
| Speakers |
Built-in, 15 Watts x 2 |
| Dimensions |
| Weight (Pounds) |
100.5 |
| Depth (Inches) |
13.3 |
| Height (Inches) |
36.2 |
| Width (Inches) |
56.0 |
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Types of Televisions:
Plasma
In Plasma technology, the display itself consists of cells. Within each cell two glass panels are separated by a narrow gap in which neon-xenon gas is injected and sealed in plasma form. The gas is electrically charged at specific intervals when the Plasma set is in use. The charged gas then strikes red, green, and blue phosphors, thus creating a television image. Each group of red, green, and blue phosphors is called a pixel.
Some Advantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Larger Screen Sizes Available
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
Better Color Saturation
Little to no lag in Fast Moving Images
Some Disadvantages of Plasma Televisions are:
Susceptible to Burn-Ins(Image is “burnt” onto the screen when left on the screen too long)
Generates a lot of heat
Does not perform well at high altitudes
LCD
LCD stands for liquid crystal display. These types of displays are made of two layers of transparent material, which are polarized, and are "glued" together. One of the layers is coated with a special polymer that holds the individual liquid crystals. Current is then passed through individual crystals, which allow the crystals to pass or block light to create images. LCD crystals do not produce their own light, so an external light source, such as florescent bulb is needed for the image created by the LCD to become visible to the viewer.
Some Advantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low energy consumption
Reduced Glare
No "burn-in" effect
Cool running temperatures
No high altitude issues
Greater Brightness
Lighter in weight
Some Disadvantages of LCD Televisions are:
Low contrast ratio
Fast Moving Images sometimes lag
Individual Pixels can burn out and cannot be replaced
Smaller Viewing Angle (although not significant difference)
DLP
DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology utilizes a small Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) to tilt more than 1.3 million micromirrors-each of them less than the width of a human hair-toward (ON) or away from (OFF) the light source inside the DLP. This process creates light or dark pixels on the face of the projection screen. The light then filters to a color wheel, which rotates 120 times per second, producing the correct hue. Each mirror can turn on or off several thousands of times per second resulting in a technology that can reproduce up to 1024 shades of gray.
Some Advantages of DLP Televisions are:
Little to no affection by ambient light
Better Contrast Ratio, so Blacks are deeper
High refresh rate
No lagging images or burn-ins
Not affected by altitudes
Tuner built-in in most models
The only thing that can burn out is the bulb, which can be replaced, so you could use this TV virtually forever
Many connections available - Can also be used as a monitor
Some Disadvantages of DLP Televisions are:
Must be viewed at eye level for the best picture
While a bulb will only cost around $200, a professional will need to install it, incurring an additional cost.
They are heavy and cannot easily be moved.
Direct View(CRT)
Direct-view TVs, also known as the traditional tube television, consist of a single cathode ray tube (CRT) and electron beam that excites and illuminates phosphors on the inside surface of the TV screen.
Some Advantages of CRT Televisions are:
Low in cost
Best black level, contrast, shadow detail and color performance of any video technology out there
Not affected by ambient light
Can be viewed from any angle
Very Long Life Expectancy
Some Disadvantages of CRT Televisions are:
Size and Weight of Television make it very heavy
Limited screen size - 38 inches is about the max for CRT TVs
Uses old technology
Choosing the Best TV Size:
Where you are putting your television and what you are using it for will determine the perfect TV size for your room.
Living (or Family) Room
For living rooms and other spaces with high TV use, 37 inch and larger are the most popular choices. In large rooms, the largest size possible is usually best.
Bedrooms
For bedrooms, offices and other medium-sized spaces, a tv that is from 26 to 37 inches is your best bet.
Kitchens & Smaller Rooms
For kitchens and smaller rooms where you will be close to the TV, a 15 to 19 inch screen is best suited.
Refer to the below chart for the mimimum distance you should be from the television.
| TV Viewing Distance Chart |
| Diagonal Size |
Minimum Viewing Distance |
Maximum Viewing Distance |
| 26" |
3 ft. |
6 ft. |
| 32" |
3.5 ft. |
7 ft. |
| 37" |
4 ft. |
8 ft. |
| 42" |
5 ft. |
10 ft. |
| 47" |
6 ft. |
12 ft. |
| 50" |
6.5 ft. |
13 ft. |
| 60" |
7 ft. |
15 ft. |
High Definition vs. Standard Definition
Standard definition is analog signals with resolution of 480i (480 lines drawn onscreen in an interlaced pattern, odd lines separately from even), the format in which TV content is delivered over regular analog broadcasts and basic (non-digital) cable. On the best TVs, the picture quality can be very good or even excellent, but it doesn't compare to the best that HD can offer.
Enhanced definition falls between standard and high definition. ED signals are digital, with resolution of 480p (480 lines scanned progressively). This is equivalent to DVD quality, which is a little better than standard definition but not as good as high definition. Some ED sets can accept HD signals, but they convert them to a lower resolution that they can display, so the picture quality won't match that of true HD. On the best EDTVs, it can be quite good.
High definition offers the best TV viewing possible. HD is a digital-TV format that contains more and finer detail than other formats, so images can have almost lifelike clarity. The picture quality can be stunning, especially on a large, wide-screen set. In technical terms, HD images have higher definition, meaning more picture elements (lines or pixels) make up each image. Most HD broadcasts today are either 1080i (1,080 lines drawn on-screen separately in an odd/even pattern, then interlaced to form one image) or 720p (720 lines scanned in one sweep, or progressively). Another HD format, 1080p, has 1,080 lines drawn in a progressive pattern, which potentially yields the finest detail. This format isn't yet being used for TV broadcasts, but some HD DVDs that support 1080p are expected to arrive this year. TVs with 1080p native resolution have already started to appear on the market.
The below chart explains further the difference between Standard and High Definition Signals.
| Resolution and Picture Quality Table |
| Picture Quality |
Good Quality |
Better Quality |
Best Quality |
| Standard Definition TV |
Standard Definition DVD |
Enhanced Definition TV |
720p High Definition TV |
1080i High Definition TV |
1080p High Definition TV/Blu-Ray |
| Aspect Ratio |
Full Screen 4:3 |
Full Screen 4:3/Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
Widescreen 16:9 |
| Resolution |
640 x 480 |
720 x 480 |
854 x 480 |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
1920 x 720 |
| Scanning |
Interlaced |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
Progressive |
Interlaced |
Progressive |
| Which Audio/Video Connection is the best? |
| Connector Type |
Quality |
Signal Type |
Description |
| HDMI |
Highest |
Digital |
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed, all-digital signal that combines both audio and video. This connection gives you the optimal 1080p signal and up to 7.1 channel sound. |
| DVI |
Highest |
Digital |
DVI (Digital Video Interface) is a video connection that will deliver 1080p video signal, but it does not carry audio signals. |
| Component Video |
Good |
Analog |
Component Video, or RGB, is an analog signal connection that splits the video into 3 separate signals, 2 for color and 1 for brightness. The maximum resolution on this connection type is 720p or 1080i. |
| S-Video |
Decent |
Analog |
S-Video (S for Separate) is a type of component video signal because the color and brightness signals are transmitted on separate wires. S-Video is not used for high definition resolutions. |
| Composite Video |
Average |
Analog |
Composite, or RCA, connections can be found on almost all video components. Color and brightness pass over the same cable. Although it is the most common connection found, it is also the least quality. |
