Samsung UN55D8000 User Reviews
Top of the Food Chain for LED TV's by ElectronicsEnthusiast
This TV is definately a must have. Blu-Ray movie video quality is on a totally different level. I want to go back and watch my entire library again. The 3D is awesome. Resident Evil: Afterlife had me ducking from glass, slow-motion bullets, and blood splatter the whole movie. I do suggest getting some Monster 900 3D Max Ultimate Speed HDMI cables, that support 240 to 480 hertz refresh rates, to connect your components. Also, this unit has 4 HDMI inputs in the rear of it to connect your components to.
If you are using an A/V receiver, I highly suggest not using the receiver's HDMI inputs. I have a Pioneer Elite SC-35 and the video quality is still at its purest connecting directly to the TV. Just invest in some Monster Fiber Optic Cables to run from your componets to the receiver for audio. You will not be disappointed in the theater quality sound.
Overall, this TV is one of the best brands out there. With built-in Wi-Fi for firmware updates and dynamic picture quality, you can't go wrong with this purchase. Two words "Buy It".
Great TV with One Recommended Tweak... by P Mac
I won't reiterate all the great feedback from others regarding the clarity and quality of the picture. It is definitely top notch! The only thing that is really hard to get past is what many call the "Soap Opera Effect". This is most noticeable when you're watching movies. The TV is so powerful that it makes the movie look life-like. Not like you're in the movie but like you're on the set of the movie while it is being filmed. The on-set lighting and shaky camera becomes a little much and resembles a cheap day time soap opera.
How to fix this? Go into the Picture Options and change the Motion Plus setting from Standard to Clear. This will make the movie look normal and less like a home movie or Days of Our Lives.
When you watch sports or live broadcasts, it's not required but you can put the Motion Plus setting back to Standard as live shows are better suited for the Motion Plus feature.
That's all! Make that change and enjoy this beast of a TV!!!
Awesome Samsung! by Seth P. Moyer
The Samsung UN55D8000 55-Inch is truly awesome. Easily the best TV I have ever owned. The best feature is the thin bezel. It makes your TV seem like a painting on the wall. The picture is really great. Although its so good that standard definition sources actually look bad. Make sure you have high-def sources to maximize your enjoyment. The smart hub is nice too. Quite a few neat features but the two I use the most are Netflix and the ESPN app.
The TV takes a little time to setup. You need HDMI 1.4 cables all around for 3D to work. You can plug and play your television but you really need to fine tune your picture depending on the source and the lighting in your particular room. I found tuning guides online that helped me adjust my picture. I wish you could universally adjust your picture for all your sources however after spending an hour fine tuning my cable input, I realized I have to fine tune my PC, Blu-Ray, and PS3 inputs separately. This is probably the biggest gripe I have about the television. So plan on spending an afternoon one day fine tuning the picture. The menu's are the most refined either. They are nice but they could be better. Why is the "gaming mode" buried so deep in the menu. That should almost be a button on the remote!!! I mean, the remote is nice and handy and has about 150 buttons on it, why not make just one of those a "game mode" button? Also, plan on running a wired network cable to this TV. The wireless doesn't work very well. The sound quality of the TV is as expected. You really need to hook up a surround system.
Samsung Did it Again by Media Junkie
I am a serious movie buff/electroic junkie and this purchase def satisfies my needs.
I was already impressed with the design and picture quality but this purchase has decluttered my entertainment center. The ability to access multiple forms of media via the many apps available and streaming capabilities is wonderful.
The only issue i have is the in ability to watch multiple channels using PIP.
