Samsung 54 Series of Plasma

[hugh]

An enhanced version of last year’s 53 Series, the 54 Series plasma HDTVs look great on or off with a TrueWide elegant “invisible speaker” cabinet design. Featuring Samsung’s exclusive “FilterBright2” technology, the 54 Series boasts an improved contrast ratio and utilizes enhanced algorithms for minimizing glare and providing outstanding picture quality. The 16:9 screen aspect ratio, combined with Samsung’s detailed color, contrast and brightness provide an unforgettable HD screen experience. With a built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner, PC Input, and two HDMI ports, the 54 Series plasma HDTVs let consumers expand their entertainment horizons with convenient connections to HD content sources.

The 50-inch HP-R5054 and 42-inch HP-R4254 TVs will be available in May 2007.

MSRP
HP-R4254 - $1,999.99
HP-R5054 - $2,999.99

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The availability dates were from Samsung US at the CES show in January. No word yet on Canadian price and availability

[Cap]

I was thinking of puuling the trigger on a 5053, but now i might wait..I have a look at the 54's, and or the 53's should drop in price...

[fireballz]

From Samsung's website, the 54 series actually has 3 HDMI ports (2 rear, 1 side).

http://www.samsung.com/Products/TV/P...5054_final.pdf

[ishoong]

But why all Sammy dropped the panorama mode for SD signal!

[Ike Witt]

I am thinking of buying a 42 " Samsung HPT 4254 it looks really good
15000 to 1 contrast ratio and anti glare technology. Has anyone seen it and would recommend it.Samsung are putting a 2year warranty on this T.V
any comments?

[Ike Witt]

I purchased this tv yesterday picture & sound are excellent. I picked up the samsung dvd 870 & a hdmi cable.
no complaints easy set up plug & play did,nt bother fine tuning anything did not have to.all I need now is hdtv receiver.