Samsung Plasma 51F5500 Owners Thread /Reviews/Discussions!!
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gauthamnaidu
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The reliance guys wanted 1800 for 2yrs extended warranty.. Resq service.. Guess I should take that
Are you sure you will get extended warranty certificate from Samsung?
I have confirmed with samsung customer care and the ASC the charges.
For a 51 inch TV the Rs.1800 for 2yrs is not realistic. Pls check the details eith Samsung customer care too.
There are ASC listed in Samsung website.
I have confirmed with samsung customer care and the ASC the charges.
For a 51 inch TV the Rs.1800 for 2yrs is not realistic. Pls check the details eith Samsung customer care too.
There are ASC listed in Samsung website.
Don't take any 3rd party warranty like reliance, resq etc. Get the extended warranty directly from manufacturers like Samsung, Sony etc..
OK didn't know about it.
How can reliance privide warranty for Samsung TV?
I think it is another way of making money.
How can reliance privide warranty for Samsung TV?
I think it is another way of making money.
rajendra_mba2002
New Member
read thro' the last 27 pages of this thread...and am even more inclined towards 51F5500 :yahoo: : would request your suggestions / inputs in further clarifying my queries posted on the below thread...
Apologies for the intrusion, but would like to seek the opinion of the experts / users from their first hand experience : if everything goes fine, am planning to buy this within the next 2 days - hence the urgency...!!!
http://www.hifivision.com/televisio...sam-plasma-tv-my-4year-kid-unable-decide.html
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Need Help in finalizing on PS51F5500 Samsung Plasma TV : my 4 year kid is unable to decide !!!
Hi
I am newbie to this forum and to the world of Plasma / LED TVs. In fact, the last 29 Inch LG Flatron that I had - tanked off almost 3 yrs back (picture tube issue). Since then, I never found the need of a TV I watch most of the movies, fav serials on my laptop and my wife, in-laws watch their daily soap on a 19 inch bedroom tv. But now my kiddo is 4 yrs old and I want her to experience the Kids content, animated movies on a large screen.
So, wanted to buy a large screen TV preferably 50 inches+ during Diwali 2013 and hence have been actively reading the articles and reviews on this forum for the past 2 months+.
Upon reading the user experiences and my own demo experience in viewing the same content in Movie mode on both Plasma, LED I am more inclined towards buying a Plasma TV.
My requirements are :
Good Picture quality
Built in Wi-fi
Full HD
Good number of apps / Smart TV features
3D
The TV should last at least for 5 years
Possible TV Watching habits
2 to 3 hrs on weekdays & 6 hrs on weekends
Mostly for Movies (720p / 1080p Rips) and cartoon channels
Initially I was willing to opt for Panasonic 50ST60D : unfortunately, I am yet to get a chance to demo this in Hyderabad.
Yesterday, I happened to demo Samsung PS51F5500 and I kinda liked it.
Especially the price difference seems to be huge between these models (as on 12th Oct 2013)
Panasonic 50ST60D : 3 yrs Manufacturer Warranty, no freebies, Discounted price quoted by the brand shop is INR 113000.
Samsung PS51F5500 : 1 yr Manufacturer warranty, Free BluRay Player, Discounted price quoted by 2 to 3 dealers is INR 67500 (there is an option of taking additional 2 year warranty directly from Samsung by paying an additional INR 5500)
In the next 2 yrs time, I am planning to have a dedicated projector room in our upcoming apartment with a large screen, good audio system and the best Projector I can buy at that time. Hence, for now, I am willing to spend as optimally as possible to get a good picture quality. Maybe, we might watch TV for not more than 2 to 3 hrs in a day.
Having said that here are few areas on which I would need your suggestions & inputs
My current TV room is mildly bright room I can shield with curtains, but would prefer my kid watch TV in a bright environment. Would the PQ of Samsung PS51F5500 be good in this environment? Is it ok for eyes if we watch plasma for 3 hrs+ at a stretch in dark rooms?
In the long run, do kids prefer the bright display of LED or the natural colours of Plasma?
( my 4 yr old kid is unable to make her mind yet). Would the bright display of LEDs strain the eyes?
My in-laws and my wife might prefer to watch their regular SD content on this plasma TV in which case, what are the chances of burn-in / Image Retention in the long run?
(I would try my best to take all possible precautions suggested by just4kix & other members in some of the previous threads but at the same time am wary about the recent plasma issues quoted in this same forum).
Is Samsung PS51F5500 with Free BluRay Player + 1 year warranty a good VFM at INR 67500 : do we have any other models in Plasma / LED that might meet my requirements?
The place where I stay has frequent power cuts and occasional voltage fluctuation : should I buy a stabilizer for this ? If so, which model / brand?
Does Samsung PS51F5500 play avi, mkv, mp4, vob, dat formats?
Is there an option of upscaling the SD content in Samsung PS51F5500?
How effective are the Active 3D glasses in this model? Do they impact the kids eyes if watched for 2 hrs+ at a stretch.
With a hyper active kid at home, should I go for wall mounting? ( for next 1 year we are going to be in a rented apartment)
Is it worthwhile to spend INR 5500 for an additional 2 years warranty (1+2 yrs) or should I opt for INR 8400 for an additional 3 years warranty (1+3 yrs)
Apologies for asking so many questions at one go but this is going to be my major buy in the last few years hence am seeking the opinion of all the experts / 1st hand user experiences. Also, would like to give the best possible TV viewing experience to my kid hence the detailed thought !!!
Am planning to buy this by 19th Oct 2013 in case, any one else from Hyderabad is interested in Samsung PS51F5500, we can go for group buying.
Thank you for all your time & support
- Rajendra
Apologies for the intrusion, but would like to seek the opinion of the experts / users from their first hand experience : if everything goes fine, am planning to buy this within the next 2 days - hence the urgency...!!!
http://www.hifivision.com/televisio...sam-plasma-tv-my-4year-kid-unable-decide.html
************
Need Help in finalizing on PS51F5500 Samsung Plasma TV : my 4 year kid is unable to decide !!!
Hi
I am newbie to this forum and to the world of Plasma / LED TVs. In fact, the last 29 Inch LG Flatron that I had - tanked off almost 3 yrs back (picture tube issue). Since then, I never found the need of a TV I watch most of the movies, fav serials on my laptop and my wife, in-laws watch their daily soap on a 19 inch bedroom tv. But now my kiddo is 4 yrs old and I want her to experience the Kids content, animated movies on a large screen.
So, wanted to buy a large screen TV preferably 50 inches+ during Diwali 2013 and hence have been actively reading the articles and reviews on this forum for the past 2 months+.
Upon reading the user experiences and my own demo experience in viewing the same content in Movie mode on both Plasma, LED I am more inclined towards buying a Plasma TV.
My requirements are :
Good Picture quality
Built in Wi-fi
Full HD
Good number of apps / Smart TV features
3D
The TV should last at least for 5 years
Possible TV Watching habits
2 to 3 hrs on weekdays & 6 hrs on weekends
Mostly for Movies (720p / 1080p Rips) and cartoon channels
Initially I was willing to opt for Panasonic 50ST60D : unfortunately, I am yet to get a chance to demo this in Hyderabad.
Yesterday, I happened to demo Samsung PS51F5500 and I kinda liked it.
Especially the price difference seems to be huge between these models (as on 12th Oct 2013)
Panasonic 50ST60D : 3 yrs Manufacturer Warranty, no freebies, Discounted price quoted by the brand shop is INR 113000.
Samsung PS51F5500 : 1 yr Manufacturer warranty, Free BluRay Player, Discounted price quoted by 2 to 3 dealers is INR 67500 (there is an option of taking additional 2 year warranty directly from Samsung by paying an additional INR 5500)
In the next 2 yrs time, I am planning to have a dedicated projector room in our upcoming apartment with a large screen, good audio system and the best Projector I can buy at that time. Hence, for now, I am willing to spend as optimally as possible to get a good picture quality. Maybe, we might watch TV for not more than 2 to 3 hrs in a day.
Having said that here are few areas on which I would need your suggestions & inputs
My current TV room is mildly bright room I can shield with curtains, but would prefer my kid watch TV in a bright environment. Would the PQ of Samsung PS51F5500 be good in this environment? Is it ok for eyes if we watch plasma for 3 hrs+ at a stretch in dark rooms?
In the long run, do kids prefer the bright display of LED or the natural colours of Plasma?
( my 4 yr old kid is unable to make her mind yet). Would the bright display of LEDs strain the eyes?
My in-laws and my wife might prefer to watch their regular SD content on this plasma TV in which case, what are the chances of burn-in / Image Retention in the long run?
(I would try my best to take all possible precautions suggested by just4kix & other members in some of the previous threads but at the same time am wary about the recent plasma issues quoted in this same forum).
Is Samsung PS51F5500 with Free BluRay Player + 1 year warranty a good VFM at INR 67500 : do we have any other models in Plasma / LED that might meet my requirements?
The place where I stay has frequent power cuts and occasional voltage fluctuation : should I buy a stabilizer for this ? If so, which model / brand?
Does Samsung PS51F5500 play avi, mkv, mp4, vob, dat formats?
Is there an option of upscaling the SD content in Samsung PS51F5500?
How effective are the Active 3D glasses in this model? Do they impact the kids eyes if watched for 2 hrs+ at a stretch.
With a hyper active kid at home, should I go for wall mounting? ( for next 1 year we are going to be in a rented apartment)
Is it worthwhile to spend INR 5500 for an additional 2 years warranty (1+2 yrs) or should I opt for INR 8400 for an additional 3 years warranty (1+3 yrs)
Apologies for asking so many questions at one go but this is going to be my major buy in the last few years hence am seeking the opinion of all the experts / 1st hand user experiences. Also, would like to give the best possible TV viewing experience to my kid hence the detailed thought !!!
Am planning to buy this by 19th Oct 2013 in case, any one else from Hyderabad is interested in Samsung PS51F5500, we can go for group buying.
Thank you for all your time & support
- Rajendra
gauthamnaidu
Active Member
Is it ok for eyes if we watch plasma for 3 hrs+ at a stretch in dark rooms?
Yes.. Definitely better than led tvs since it is not too bright..
In the long run, do kids prefer the bright display of LED or the natural colours of Plasma?
Not sure.. But after using a plasma for the past two years I find the less to be too bright and I sometimes get a head ache..
( my 4 yr old kid is unable to make her mind yet). Would the bright display of LEDs strain the eyes?
Above
My in-laws and my wife might prefer to watch their regular SD content on this plasma TV in which case, what are the chances of burn-in / Image Retention in the long run?
(I would try my best to take all possible precautions suggested by just4kix & other members in some of the previous threads but at the same time am wary about the recent plasma issues quoted in this same forum).
I haven't taken a lot of precautions.. Only way he'd usb for few days.. No issues..
Is Samsung PS51F5500 with Free BluRay Player + 1 year warranty a good VFM at INR 67500 : do we have any other models in Plasma / LED that might meet my requirements?
I think that's the lowest ever in this forum... Good deal..
The place where I stay has frequent power cuts and occasional voltage fluctuation : should I buy a stabilizer for this ? If so, which model / brand?
Vguard..
Does Samsung PS51F5500 play avi, mkv, mp4, vob, dat formats?
Almost all formats.. No idea about vob.. Haven't tried
Is there an option of upscaling the SD content in Samsung PS51F5500?
If you mean zooming into the video.. Yes...
How effective are the Active 3D glasses in this model? Do they impact the kids eyes if watched for 2 hrs+ at a stretch.
The glasses are good.. I'm pretty happy.. But trust me.. You'll uses it very rarely..
With a hyper active kid at home, should I go for wall mounting? ( for next 1 year we are going to be in a rented apartment)
Use a heavy wooden board on the corners and mount it to the wall.. Mount the tv on this.. Because if you're planning to shift you can carry the wall mount screws also..
Is it worthwhile to spend INR 5500 for an additional 2 years warranty (1+2 yrs) or should I opt for INR 8400 for an additional 3 years warranty (1+3 yrs)
Depending on your budget.. Any additional warranty if it covers everything is good..
Am planning to buy this by 19th Oct 2013 in case, any one else from Hyderabad is interested in Samsung PS51F5500, we can go for group buying.
I think there is a group buy thread.. Please post there also.. You might get more responses..
Yes.. Definitely better than led tvs since it is not too bright..
In the long run, do kids prefer the bright display of LED or the natural colours of Plasma?
Not sure.. But after using a plasma for the past two years I find the less to be too bright and I sometimes get a head ache..
( my 4 yr old kid is unable to make her mind yet). Would the bright display of LEDs strain the eyes?
Above
My in-laws and my wife might prefer to watch their regular SD content on this plasma TV in which case, what are the chances of burn-in / Image Retention in the long run?
(I would try my best to take all possible precautions suggested by just4kix & other members in some of the previous threads but at the same time am wary about the recent plasma issues quoted in this same forum).
I haven't taken a lot of precautions.. Only way he'd usb for few days.. No issues..
Is Samsung PS51F5500 with Free BluRay Player + 1 year warranty a good VFM at INR 67500 : do we have any other models in Plasma / LED that might meet my requirements?
I think that's the lowest ever in this forum... Good deal..
The place where I stay has frequent power cuts and occasional voltage fluctuation : should I buy a stabilizer for this ? If so, which model / brand?
Vguard..
Does Samsung PS51F5500 play avi, mkv, mp4, vob, dat formats?
Almost all formats.. No idea about vob.. Haven't tried
Is there an option of upscaling the SD content in Samsung PS51F5500?
If you mean zooming into the video.. Yes...
How effective are the Active 3D glasses in this model? Do they impact the kids eyes if watched for 2 hrs+ at a stretch.
The glasses are good.. I'm pretty happy.. But trust me.. You'll uses it very rarely..
With a hyper active kid at home, should I go for wall mounting? ( for next 1 year we are going to be in a rented apartment)
Use a heavy wooden board on the corners and mount it to the wall.. Mount the tv on this.. Because if you're planning to shift you can carry the wall mount screws also..
Is it worthwhile to spend INR 5500 for an additional 2 years warranty (1+2 yrs) or should I opt for INR 8400 for an additional 3 years warranty (1+3 yrs)
Depending on your budget.. Any additional warranty if it covers everything is good..
Am planning to buy this by 19th Oct 2013 in case, any one else from Hyderabad is interested in Samsung PS51F5500, we can go for group buying.
I think there is a group buy thread.. Please post there also.. You might get more responses..
Spoke to Samsung customer care and they said post purchase of TV you need to call customer care to buy the warranty, please do not buy 3rd party warranty from Reliance or other folks, call Samsung and buy warranty from them directly post purchase of tv.
just4kix
Well-Known Member
Please see my replies in bold blue italics in line the quoted text...
Finally, please do not let your kid watch too much TV. Don't get her addicted.
Finally, please do not let your kid watch too much TV. Don't get her addicted.
Regarding the stabilizer:
I am using vgurad crystal plus model for 51F5500. This has 3A capacity and you should be able to connect 51inch plasma, BDP,STB as per the power calculation.But if you plan to connect AVR and active sub then a higher current capacity model like Digi200 (6A) may be needed. Using a belkin surge protector strip also.
As posted earlier took 1+3 yrs warranty yesterday.
Please note that Rs.8400 is exclusive of VAT and service tax.
I still feel it is worth to pay for 3 yrs of coverage.
If you add tv cost and warranty cost, still 51f5500 beats any tv in the price bracket of 1 lakh with its PQ, size, Smart user interface and features.
I am using vgurad crystal plus model for 51F5500. This has 3A capacity and you should be able to connect 51inch plasma, BDP,STB as per the power calculation.But if you plan to connect AVR and active sub then a higher current capacity model like Digi200 (6A) may be needed. Using a belkin surge protector strip also.
As posted earlier took 1+3 yrs warranty yesterday.
Please note that Rs.8400 is exclusive of VAT and service tax.
I still feel it is worth to pay for 3 yrs of coverage.
If you add tv cost and warranty cost, still 51f5500 beats any tv in the price bracket of 1 lakh with its PQ, size, Smart user interface and features.
gauthamnaidu
Active Member
Would like to share a photo of the new TV
Awesome dude.. Are u using smart apps on the tv? Which ones do u use?
Would like to share a photo of the new TV
Awesome setup.
Isn't the wall mount little high, assuming if one is watching TV from couch.
gauthamnaidu
Active Member
Just a little competition :-D
Happy Diwali already
at geetalkiesHi !! Congrats on owning this beauty. Just wanted to know how did you get the extended warranty and from where. How and who do you ask for extending the warranty. I bought this TV from infibeam for 68200 with Blue Ray BD player free but now I'm not sure how do i get this extension of warranty. Can you suggest.
Contact Samsung cust.care.
Thanks all !
Wall mount height is perfect for the viewing. It is just that my photography skill is not good and i have taken the snap from ground level so showing the tv position little high.
I have marked the position after doing some home work, measurement of eye level with a string etc. The bottom part of the tv is 30 inches from floor. The technician was saying usually they fix the bottom part 3ft height from floor which i wasn't comfortable.
The AV furniture is also low height one 22inch H and 62inch W. I have given the drawing to a shop nearby and got it done with plywood and dark wengue finish.
Could not find a good quality readymade one with the required shelf space.
Wall mount height is perfect for the viewing. It is just that my photography skill is not good and i have taken the snap from ground level so showing the tv position little high.
I have marked the position after doing some home work, measurement of eye level with a string etc. The bottom part of the tv is 30 inches from floor. The technician was saying usually they fix the bottom part 3ft height from floor which i wasn't comfortable.
The AV furniture is also low height one 22inch H and 62inch W. I have given the drawing to a shop nearby and got it done with plywood and dark wengue finish.
Could not find a good quality readymade one with the required shelf space.
Congrats for your purchase and its good price
Pls contact samsung customer care. They will guide you to nearby ASC.
Pls contact samsung customer care. They will guide you to nearby ASC.
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