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Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish - HL-S6188W

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Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - HLS6188W/ Cinema Smooth 1080p Light Engine/ SRS TruSurround XT/ Up To 10,000:1 Contrast Ratio/ No Burn In Or Uneven Screen Aging/ 2 HDMI Inputs/ Black Cabinet Finish
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Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV, Model HLS6188W

Featuring a "hidden speaker" thin bezel design that "fits where others won't™". Samsung's 61" Widescreen DLP® TV delivers an astounding HDTV experience. Samsung, the recognized leader in DLP technology, created the breakthrough Cinema Smooth™ light engine that produces razor-sharp pictures in 1080p. The natural, vivid colors of Samsung's HL-S6188W are achieved through our 10-bit processing system with a 5-segment color wheel that enriches the viewing experience, far surpassing 3 panel technologies or earlier DLP televisions. A contrast ratio of up to 10,000:1 captures blacker blacks and crisper whites.

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Features:

  • Cinema Smooth 1080p Light Engine
    Samsung's Cinema Smooth 1080p light engine is the culmination of years of industry-leading research and development. It releases the maximum power of the new generation of DMD microdisplays for the most film-like picture. It creates an image with no visible pixel structure and accurate shading and better low-light detail.
  • Faster Color Wheel
    Samsung's 2.2" color wheel spins at 14,400 rpm for smooth fast motion video, and has five color segments for more accurate colors. It achieves film-like transitions without pixel breakup found in slower color wheel designs and slower switching LCD microdisplays. Air Bearing technology also makes it whisper quiet.
  • Next Generation DLP Chips from Texas Instrument
    DLP TV by Samsung employs a Texas Instruments DLP chip that is comprised of millions of microscopic mirrors. The DLP chip is faster than any HDTV technology, with the mirrors switching on & off 15,000 times a second to deliver a razor-sharp picture for fast moving images When combined with Samsung’s new Cinema Smooth light engine, the result is a crisp, bright picture with deep, rich colors that's closer to film.
  • Samsung's DNIe™ - Digital Natural Image Engine
    Samsung's exclusive Digital Natural Image engine makes the sharpest and clearest images possible, regardless of the profile of input signals. Five image processors and a six-times density enhancer ensure the best picture from any source. Now in its fourth generation, DNIe™ guarantees the truest colors and highest contrast, while virtually eliminating digital artifacts.
  • SRS TruSurround XT
    This DLP TV comes equipped with the best that technology can offer in sound quality. Even when viewing regular broadcasts, our 2 speaker surround sound makes you feel as if the theatre has been brought to your living room.
  • Cinema Mode
    Samsung's Cinema Mode lets you see colors the way the director intended, by matching them more closely to production standards. This creates more accurate colors and natural skin tones when viewing Hollywood movies on your TV-the perfect setting when enjoying movies with the lights off.
  • My Color Control
    You can get the pink tones, the green of the grass and the blue of the sky just the way you like, without affecting the other colors on the screen. The three major colors can be adjusted to perfectly fit your taste. Self expression meets display perfection.

Key Specifications:

  • New "hidden speaker" design with thin 0.9” bezel
  • Built-in analog/digital tuner (NTSC/ATSC)
  • Up to 10,000:1 contrast ratio
  • 1920 x 1080 digital format converter
  • 3:2 pull down
  • No burn in or uneven screen aging
  • New Photo Viewer Interface (with USB 1.1)
  • 2 HDMI inputs
  • Game mode
  • CableCard™ (POD)
  • 2 tuner PIP
  • Brilliant Color™ provides brightness increase in non-primary colors and boosts overall color intensity
  • EEE1394
  • Gemstar TV Guide
  • RS232C Control

Specifications:

Audio
Stereo Broadcast Reception
MTS
Display Device
Single digital micro mirror device
Pixel Count
1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical
Resolution
1080p
5 Segment Color Wheel
14,400 RPM
Channel Coverage
VHF
UHF
CATV

ATSC
2-13
14-69
1-125 (up to 181 pre-selected channels)
1-69
Audio Power
10W x 2
Connections (Video Terminals)
AV in
S-Video In
RF In
Monitor and Sound Out
Component Video Input (Y/Pb/Pr)
HDMI input
PC audio input
USB
Analog L/R inpu
analog L/R output
D-Net
RS232C
2 rear/ 1 side
2
1 rear
1 rear
2
2 rear
1
1 side
5 sets (1 side, 4 rear)
1 set rear
IEEE 1394
1
Product Dimensions
55.3"(W) x 38.6"(H) x 17.6"(D)
Product Weight
79.4 lbs
Shipping Weight
Approx. 104 lbs

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Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer): 1 Year Parts and Labor
    • *Warranty Does Not Include The DLP Bulb

Manufacturer's Model Number: HL-S6188W

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish
 
4.8

(based on 15 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (12)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great picture quality (15)
  • Attractive (14)
  • Easy to setup (10)
  • Simple controls (10)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home (14)
    • Movies (12)
    • Video (6)

    Reviewed by 15 customers

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    5.0

    Great TV

    By jim

    from Alabama

    About Me Tech Savvy

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Great Picture
    • Simple Controls

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Movies
      • Video

      Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

      I love this TV. After weeks of HD research I came to the conclusion that this tv would be the best combonation of picture quality and price. Man was I right. The picture on this this tv is unbelievable. I can't wait till I can start watching movies on a blue ray player so that i can actually use the 1080p capabilities.

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      5.0

      Excellent price [...]

      By Synthz

      from Euless, TX

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Fast Setup
      • Great Picture
      • Simple Controls

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home
        • Movies
        • Video

        Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

        The TV is outstanding! Plenty of connections, easy to setup and outstanding picture. Can't really think of any problems with it. [...]

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        5.0

        Outstanding projection TV

        By Van

        from Carlsbad, CA

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Fast Setup
        • Great Picture
        • Simple Controls

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home
          • Movies
          • Office
          • Professional
          • Video

          Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

          ...

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          A wonderful widescreen TV

          By Van

          from Carlsbad, Ca

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Fast Setup
          • Great Picture
          • Simple Controls

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home
            • Movies
            • Video

            Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

            My experience with this Samsung TV is very, very good. I am receiving the HD signals from an actic antenna, with excellent results. A nice feature is to be able to see the intensity of signal you are reciving. There is a wide variety of input types, including component video, HDMI, PC, USB, etc. I will try soon an upconverter to convert std DVD into quasi HD.I made an extensive search of the available DSP projection TVs, and this model is certainly the best.[...]

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            5.0

            Happy Customer

            By MovieLover

            from Richmond, VA

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Beautiful color
            • Fast Setup
            • Great Picture
            • Sharp Detail
            • Simple Controls

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home
              • Movies
              • Video

              Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

              Upon receiving my Samsung 61 inch television, I was very happy to notice the large box was delivered in perfect condition. I could'nt wait to put a stand together, put the Samsung on it, and get down to business watching movies with a beautiful picture once reserved for expensive, noisy moviehouses. Once I got the cablecard in, I was like a kid in awe of the amazingly clear, vivid colors in such detail watching special effects, shadowy depths in darker colors, and sharp contrast that remains even in fast moving images. The speakers on the set are fine for now, though I soon shall add a sound projector to accompany the room filling screen with comparable surround sound.

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              4.0

              Truly Impressive Picture with with Catch

              By Rich from Philly

              from Arkansas (Temporarily)

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Attractive Design
              • Fast Setup
              • Great Picture

              Cons

              • Bad Interface
              • Remote

              Best Uses

              • Home
              • Movies

              Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

              Truly impressive picture quality - just wow. HD (via DirecTV) is just amazing, especially programs like Discovery Nature & animated films (Nemo & Shrek). Can not say enough about the picture. The remote is mediocre, at best. Awkward (too long) and difficult to use for mutiple components. There is one thing I am not particularly happy with. The DirecTV installers advised there was an issue when using DirecTV via HDMI cables and the Samsung TVs where the picture flickers on an off (I hooked it up myself to check). The DirecTV installers blamed Samsung for the glitch (for what I hope would be something that was solved with the new model). I called Samsung and they quickly blamed it on DirecTV's box (the newest model) saying they need to make some adjustments with the box utilizing a lap top. Needless to say I am using composite (Red, Blue, Green) cables and wondering if I am missing something additionally by not being able to utilize the HDMI. If I find a solve for this I will gladly share [...].

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              5.0

              Great HDTV

              By aadicted_to_chaos

              from Richmond, VA

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Attractive Design
              • Fast Setup
              • Great Picture
              • Simple Controls

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home
                • Movies

                Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

                Bought this TV after a lot of research and a conversation with an HDTV repair company. This TV came highly recommended for its durability. The styling is great. For its size, it doesn't take up nearly as much wall space as the other 61" TV's I looked at. I almost bought the 73" but couldn't justify the extra 1/3 price and my room isn't that big.This TV has all the goodies you could ask for and a great interface.The remote isn't really up to the task of true home theater, but that is what the Harman Kardon TC30 is for (or most good home theater receivers that aren't HTIB's).[...] I couldn't be happier.Son got a Wii for Xmas and playing on this TV is amazing. I can't wait to get my hands on a blue-ray DVD or PS3 (when the bugs are worked out).

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Outstanding Product, Price[...]

                By Jeff

                from Bowling Green, MO

                Pros

                • Attractive Design
                • Fast Setup
                • Great Picture
                • Simple Controls

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Home
                  • Movies

                  Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

                  The tv has an excellent picture, although be aware that because it is a 61" picture, when you are looking at input that is not HD, you can most definitely see the difference. I have gotten a HD Dishnetwork receiver since getting the TV, and those broadcasts that are in HD look fantastic, as does any DVD that I play. Those that are not HD, are good, but not as clear.

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                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Nice TV Easy Transaction

                  By PCC

                  from Dallas

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Attractive Design
                  • Fast Setup
                  • Great Picture
                  • Simple Controls

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home

                    Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

                    Great TV went from a 46inch 15 year old rear projection to this and I cant get up off the couch...Get an HD package standard TV just don't cut the mustard any more.

                    Comment on this review

                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    Samsung HLS series DLP's are worth it!

                    By Sideoiler

                    from Rancho Cordova, CA

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Amazing HD picture
                    • Attractive Design
                    • Good SD picture quality
                    • Great Picture
                    • Light weight for its size
                    • Simple Controls

                    Cons

                    • Angle of view All DLP's

                    Best Uses

                    • Home
                    • Movies
                    • Video

                    Comments about Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish:

                    The HLS-6188 is well packed/protected for shipment from the factory. Easy to set up. The HD picture quality is great with Dish HD satellite.
                    Another bonus...Local HD and SD channels come in great with just a little ol' indoor antenna.
                    The only "con" I would add is the angle of view with the set, and any other DLP rear projection HDTV. However, as long as you are reasonably centered in front of the set, all is good.
                    After weeks of HDTV shopping, I'm glad I went with this set. No buyers remorse here...:)

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                    Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish

                    Samsung 61" Widescreen DLP HDTV - Black Finish

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                    $2799.00
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