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"CNET not quite right" on by dukemang
Pros: Inputs, Contrast, Color
Cons: Some banding of colors in dark images on SD
Summary: I think that CNET is somewhat right about color banding in dark scenes but it has alot to do with the settings and input. My set has some banding on SD broadcasts from my DirecTV DVR, but these tend to be only certain programs like older movies that have low contrast. Also, some poor video in shows may have some banding.
Quality SD input (s-video or component) like Discovery, Travel and local channels look good and do not have noticible banding.
I do not see any green tint or artifacts in dark areas and the preset input modes such as Movie and Dynamic work well for presets. You can also adjust tint and color yourself for each input. Movie mode makes DVDs look like film for color and contrast, and help keep them from looking too hot. Standard mode is best for SD and the picture is balanced and contrasty without being grainy. I'm looking into HD programming now and will update this when I get it.
For DVD I have component connections. I checked out Matrix Reloaded and The Lion King. The Lion King looked amazing with no artifacts or banding, and only the darkest scenes in the Matrix had any banding. This was not bad and not noticible if you were enjoying the movie and not testing the TV.
The only artifacts I've seen have been related to the digital compression of the DirecTV signal, not the Samsung.
Overall I'm thrilled with the unit and would recommend it for the money.
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