The Samsung PS59D550 is part of Samsung's latest range of 3D Televisions building on the previous generation and is part of Samsung's new +1" Range of Plasma Televisions. The +1" style for the D550 Television has allowed Samsung to provide an additional one inch of viewing screen in the same dimensions of the previous model. From the dimensions of a 58 Inch screen from the previous generation, you can now attain an extra inch of viewing screen thanks to Samsung's investment into new Bezel technology.
The Samsung PS59D550 builds on the success of the previous generation of televisions and introduces numerous of new technologies and enhancements. This 59 Inch 3D Plasma Television utilises Active 3D Technology, whereby the Active 3D Glasses (sold separately) do the magic to allow you to view the images displayed on the screen in 3D. The D550 3D Screen features an enhanced 3D Transmitter using Bluetooth technology which removes the issues associated with the previous generation of infrared.
Samsung's Active 3D Glasses operate wirelessly from the 3D Plasma TV and display one Full HD 1080p image per eye to give a Full HD 3D experience. The glasses are stylish, comfortable and are co-designed with glasses designer Silhouette to fit more comfortably and to be stylish when in use. Furthermore the glasses now come in 3 Different rechargeable form factors that suit any size of head: Premium 3D Glasses (SSG-3700CR), Every Day (SSG-3300GR) which are available in black or white and finally entry level (SSG-3100GB) more common with previous generation of televisions and available in battery operation only.
The Samsung PS59D550 features support for Freeview HD among normal Freeview broadcasts. Freeview HD allows you to enjoy BBC HD, ITV1 HD & 4HD (more HD Channels available in the future) in high definition for free without the need for an external Freeview HD box or a satellite receiver.
Watching 3D Content on your D550 is currently available in 4 different flavours; Blu-Ray 3D, 3D Broadcast, 2D-to-3D Conversion, 3D Gaming Consoles. Blu-Ray 3D Players are currently the only way to enjoy Full HD 3D content - which means each eye, will receive a Full 1080p High Definition image in order to produce the 3D effect.
Another way to enjoy 3D Content with your Samsung 3D Plasma Television is the broadcast form. Currently in the United Kingdom, BSkyB are the only broadcaster to provide a scheduled programming service called Sky 3D. Sky 3D is available for Free to all Sky World (with Sky HD Subscription) customers allowing them to enjoy a full schedule of 3D Movies, 3D Sports and 3D Drama from Sky. Alternatively BT Vision and Virgin Media have both expanded their VoD service to include 3D Content available to be downloaded to your retrospective box.
3D Content is also available in the form of a 2D-to-3D conversion engineered exclusively for Samsung 3D Televisions. 2D-to-3D Conversion allows you convert your existing 2D television set, Games Consoles and Blu-Ray Players to 3D in the form of 1080i High Definition. The final way to enjoy 3D content on your Samsung PS59D550 is through 3D Gaming Consoles. Currently the Sony PlayStation 3 is the only gaming console available on the market to offer this service.
The Samsung PS59D550 59" 3D Plasma Television features new 3D progressing technology whereby the each left and right images are processed twice to increase resolution and clarity of the 3D Images. Furthermore the D6900 Series features new '3D Crosstalk-Free' technology which provides clearer and deeper 3D picture through the use of fast response time and sophisticated backlight scanning technology. This results in greater 3D Depth and less eye fatigue.
The Samsung PS59D550 outstanding 2D and 3D picture and sound performance is as a result of new technologies including 600 Hz Sub-field Motion, Clear Image Panel & Fast Response Time
600 Hz Sub-Field Motion is the process of providing sharp, jitter-free pictures in Full-HD with 1080 lines of resolution. Each frame it processed into 12 sub-fields to optimise the performance of the frame to provide clearer, smoother pictures. The result is a received 50 Hz signal is improved to 100Hz and analyzed 6 times to provide a high motion rate. This is coupled with a fast response time provides the perfect conditions to watching 2D and 3D content in Full HD 1080p. Clear Image Panel is the process of absorbing external light and eliminating reflection, enhancing contrast and picture clarity of the TV.
Also known as:
PS59D550C1KXXU, PS59D550C1, PS59D550, 59D550C1KXXU, 59D550C1, 59D550
The Samsung PS59D550 builds on the success of the previous generation of televisions and introduces numerous of new technologies and enhancements. This 59 Inch 3D Plasma Television utilises Active 3D Technology, whereby the Active 3D Glasses (sold separately) do the magic to allow you to view the images displayed on the screen in 3D. The D550 3D Screen features an enhanced 3D Transmitter using Bluetooth technology which removes the issues associated with the previous generation of infrared.
Samsung's Active 3D Glasses operate wirelessly from the 3D Plasma TV and display one Full HD 1080p image per eye to give a Full HD 3D experience. The glasses are stylish, comfortable and are co-designed with glasses designer Silhouette to fit more comfortably and to be stylish when in use. Furthermore the glasses now come in 3 Different rechargeable form factors that suit any size of head: Premium 3D Glasses (SSG-3700CR), Every Day (SSG-3300GR) which are available in black or white and finally entry level (SSG-3100GB) more common with previous generation of televisions and available in battery operation only.
The Samsung PS59D550 features support for Freeview HD among normal Freeview broadcasts. Freeview HD allows you to enjoy BBC HD, ITV1 HD & 4HD (more HD Channels available in the future) in high definition for free without the need for an external Freeview HD box or a satellite receiver.
Watching 3D Content on your D550 is currently available in 4 different flavours; Blu-Ray 3D, 3D Broadcast, 2D-to-3D Conversion, 3D Gaming Consoles. Blu-Ray 3D Players are currently the only way to enjoy Full HD 3D content - which means each eye, will receive a Full 1080p High Definition image in order to produce the 3D effect.
Another way to enjoy 3D Content with your Samsung 3D Plasma Television is the broadcast form. Currently in the United Kingdom, BSkyB are the only broadcaster to provide a scheduled programming service called Sky 3D. Sky 3D is available for Free to all Sky World (with Sky HD Subscription) customers allowing them to enjoy a full schedule of 3D Movies, 3D Sports and 3D Drama from Sky. Alternatively BT Vision and Virgin Media have both expanded their VoD service to include 3D Content available to be downloaded to your retrospective box.
3D Content is also available in the form of a 2D-to-3D conversion engineered exclusively for Samsung 3D Televisions. 2D-to-3D Conversion allows you convert your existing 2D television set, Games Consoles and Blu-Ray Players to 3D in the form of 1080i High Definition. The final way to enjoy 3D content on your Samsung PS59D550 is through 3D Gaming Consoles. Currently the Sony PlayStation 3 is the only gaming console available on the market to offer this service.
The Samsung PS59D550 59" 3D Plasma Television features new 3D progressing technology whereby the each left and right images are processed twice to increase resolution and clarity of the 3D Images. Furthermore the D6900 Series features new '3D Crosstalk-Free' technology which provides clearer and deeper 3D picture through the use of fast response time and sophisticated backlight scanning technology. This results in greater 3D Depth and less eye fatigue.
The Samsung PS59D550 outstanding 2D and 3D picture and sound performance is as a result of new technologies including 600 Hz Sub-field Motion, Clear Image Panel & Fast Response Time
600 Hz Sub-Field Motion is the process of providing sharp, jitter-free pictures in Full-HD with 1080 lines of resolution. Each frame it processed into 12 sub-fields to optimise the performance of the frame to provide clearer, smoother pictures. The result is a received 50 Hz signal is improved to 100Hz and analyzed 6 times to provide a high motion rate. This is coupled with a fast response time provides the perfect conditions to watching 2D and 3D content in Full HD 1080p. Clear Image Panel is the process of absorbing external light and eliminating reflection, enhancing contrast and picture clarity of the TV.
Also known as:
PS59D550C1KXXU, PS59D550C1, PS59D550, 59D550C1KXXU, 59D550C1, 59D550
| Brand | Samsung |
| Product Webpage | PS59D550C1KXXU (PS59D550C1KXXU) 59" Freeview HD 3D Plasma TV |
| Product Colour | Aluminium |
| TV Screen Size | 59 Inch |
| Technology | Full HD Ready TV, Full HD Ready 3D TV, Bluetooth®, DLNA® Certified, WiFi™ Ready |
| Digital Tuner | Freeview, Freeview HD |
| Resolution (Pixels) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Picture Refresh Rate | 600Hz Sub Field Drive |
| Contrast Ratio | Mega Contrast |
| Brightness (cd/m2) | Not Available |
| Viewing Angle Degree | 178° |
| Smart Internet Apps | Not Available |
| 3D Screen Technology | No |
| Connections | 1 Scart Input, 4 HDMI Inputs, 1 Optical Digital Output, 2 USB 2.0 Inputs, 2 Component Video Inputs, 1 Composite Video Output, 1 Ethernet Port, 1 Headphone Output, 1 PC Input |
| Interactive Features | Digital Text, Electronic Programme Guide |
| Convenience Options | Home Network, Integrated USB Terminal, Network Firmware Update, USB Music Player, USB Photo Viewer, USB Video Player |
| Other Features | Screen Burn Protection, Tabletop Stand, Wall Mountable |
| Vesa Compatible (mm) | No |
| Energy Efficiency | C |
| Included Accessories | Remote Control: TM950 |
| Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) mm | Package Size: 1490 x 960 x 430 With Stand: 1399.4 x 899 x 335; Without Stand: 1379.4 x 824.4 x 57; |
| Delivery Promise | No |
| Weight | 36.30kg |
| Manufacturer's Guarantee | 1 Year Parts & Labour |
| EAN | No |
| SKU / MPN | PS59D550C1KXXU |
| In Store Demonstration Details | In Store Demonstration |
| Collection Information | Same Day Store Collection |
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