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User Submitted Samsung HLN617W 61-Inch Widescreen Projection HDTV with DLP Technology Reviews Date: 2007-07-08 Dont buy a Samsung DLP TV Note: I had previously posted this review to a 70 inch Samsung. My review really applied to all Samsung DLP TVs, but Amazon wasn't letting me rate the 61 inch TV at the time. This is a reposting of the original review, but the review is now associated with the correct product. I bought a $4500 61 inch TV about 18 months ago. I didn't buy the warranty, because the price seemed ridiculous at the time. Now I realize that was a poor decision. A little more than a year after I bought the TV, I noticed a solid black vertical line that cut off about 5 or 10% of the picture. I had a service person from the store of original purchase come see the TV. He brought a $1200 "engine" with him, because he predicted that he would need to replace this part. In fact, he never bothered turning on the TV...he knew from just my description that he would need to replace this engine, as the dark line problem is very common with Samsung DLPs. He installed this $1200 part and I called Samsung to let them know how disappointed I was in the product. They said that they are not able to help because the TV is out of warranty. I explained that this must be a manufacturing defect if the problem is so common that the technician doesn't need to turn on the TV. They just kept repeating that they can't help a consumer that has equipment that is out of warranty. I performed a google search on Samsung DLP problems and I was very disappointed to see so many messages from people with Samsung DLP problems. The "buzz" on most of the electronics forums is that plasma screens are much more reliable. If you insist on buying a DLP from Samsung, you should definitely purchase the warranty. BTW, as you consider my opinion, check out my other reviews. I'm usually a very satisfied customer and not someone likely to complain about a product. Date: 2006-05-02 Good picture, but too many problems over time The main reason I am posting this comment is because I am looking for a copy of the original manufacturer's warrant for the HLN617W TV. I have had repeated problems with my TV and am trying to get reimbursed on a claim but I cannot find my original warranty card from Samsung. I have called Samsung and they claim to not be able to send out a copy (makes no sense to me.) If there are any owners out there that can send me a copy I would be greatful. John Burkert 4012 Dover Rd Durham NC 27707. Date: 2005-12-10 Samsung Blows I'm on my 2nd Engine, and it is beginning to show signs of a pending failure (it takes 3 or 4 minutes to warm up and turn on). The Samsung Service dept stinks. I've been passed to different service "managers" too many times to count. They assure me that I will be getting a call from someone of authority. I've been waiting 2 months now. DON'T BUY SAMSUNG! 'nuff said. Date: 2005-03-26 Samsung Is Not The Best HDTV!!!!! I recently bought the HLN617W 61" Samsung HDTV at Circuit City and the picture quality is good. At least most of the Samsung HDTV's have better picture quality than of Sony and Panasonic HDTVs. I don't think Samsung has the best HDTV. But, their mobile phones are definity the best. If there is a problem with the Samsung HLN617W 61" HDTV, I would think it will be the lamp problem. Also, if you turn on the Samsung HDTV for at least 1.5 or 2 hours, the lamp can easily burn out. Another problem with this HDTV is that if turn on for a prolong time, the HDTV will get overheated and the temp. light will go on if the next time you turn on this HDTV. Another problem would be the remote control of this HDTV. If you have other remote controls for your DVD player and your VCR player, it can really mess up the computer connection of your Samsung HDTV. If you are thinking of buying a really good quality picture, I would recommend buying a Samsung HLN617W 61" HDTV. But if you want your HDTV to last long and it doesn't break easily, then I would recommend other HDTV brands like Sony and Panasonic. Date: 2005-01-10 Samsung HLN617W 61" HDTV with DLP Review My wife and I purchased our Samsung HLN617W HDTV one month ago and we are very pleased with it! We researched a lot of products and technology before buying our big screen TV and surround sound system. We divided the large screen products into four categories, Projection High Definition TV (HDTV), Projection HDTV with DLP, Flat Panel Plasma display and overhead projectors. The overhead projector is a viable option only if you have a dedicated room with controlled lighting. The Flat Panel Plasma displays are still way too expensive for the size screen that we wanted. The HDTV with DLP has a brighter picture and wider viewing angle than HDTV without DLP. Plus the HDTV with DLP units are lighter and more compact than HDTV models (our Samsung 61" HLN617W is only 18" deep and weighs less than 100 pounds). After deciding on a HDTV with DLP we researched reviews on the Internet and looked at lots of makes and models in stores (Circuit City, Costco, Sam's Club, etc.). One thing that I noticed looking at the TVs is that when the screen is dark, some models have a clear and distracting reflection in the background. You can see a mirror reflection of people and lights behind you. Other makes and models have a much more muted, diffused and subtle reflection that is less distracting. In a totally darkened room this might not be a big deal, but most people have some background light in their home theater family or living rooms. I HIGHLY recommend that you choose an HDTV-DLP model that has a subdued background reflection (like the Samsung HLN617W)! I also recommend that you buy an extended warranty with any HDTV-DLP. The projection lamp for the Samsung HLN617W is rated for approximately 6000 hours or about 3 years and costs around $250.00. Recommend you get a DVD player (or surround sound DVD system) with "progressive scan" video output for which you need special red-green-blue high quality video cables. You should also use digital audio cables whenever possible. If you have cable or satellite TV, you will want to subscribe to the new High Definition (HDTV) channels. I declined the more expensive option for the home theater setup-wiring-configuration because I am a technology buff, but I spent more than a few hours getting our home theater setup and integrated with a few of our other entertainment units. For those who are purchasing surround sound systems, the extra bucks for home theater setup, wiring & configuration might be worth it. On a final note, do a Google search for "Samsung HLN617W reviews" and read some of the other fine reviews and prices before you spend big $$$ for your HDTV with DLP.
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