Video Features
Audio Features
PC/USB Functions
Convenience Features
Remote Control
Mounting Options

Video Features

HDTV Tuner: The TV has built-in over-the-air HDTV (ATSC) and Digital Cable (QAM) tuners, so you don't need a separate set-top box to receive and decode over-the-air HDTV/SDTV or unencrypted Digital Cable signals.

E-Panel Technology: SAMSUNG's E-panel technology combines superior picture quality with enhanced color, saturation, and contrast; as well as energy efficiency. The E-Panel system features two separate unique technologies. FilterBright minimizes glare and reflections for optimal viewing any time of day and 600Hz Subfield Motion with a .001ms response time help to deliver a clear picture for sports, action, and other fast-moving scenes

• FilterBright Anti-Glare Filter: The anti-glare filter reduces reflections noticeably while maintaining ultra-high picture contrast. Daytime sports events look crisp and bright, while movies at night feature rich blacks and realistic shadow detail. Minimized image glare and maximized contrast make this HDTV perfect for the ultimate viewing experience day or night.
• 600Hz Subfield Motion: The television features 600Hz Subfield Motion technology with a fast .001ms response time that minimizes blurring of fast motion in sports programming and movie content. 

Four HDMI Inputs: The Samsung Plasma television features four HDMI inputs (3 rear/1 side). The HDMI 2 input can also be used to connect a device with a DVI output (a DVI-to-HDMI adapter cable is necessary). If a DVI-equipped device is used, separate audio cables will also be needed from the device to the "DVI In" RCA stereo audio jacks. No audio cables are needed for an HDMI-equipped device. The HDMI inputs can also be used to connect a PC to this TV. The HDMI jacks will accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i signals.

Dual Component Video: The two Component Video jacks will accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i signals. Separate RCA stereo audio inputs are provided for each Component Video input. The Component Video 1 input can also be used as a composite video input.

Native Resolution: The LCD television displays all inputs at a resolution of 1080p (1920 x 1080). The television's HDMI and component video inputs will accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i video signals.

Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio: The TV has a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,00,000:1. These contrast and brightness levels achieve a more realistic, sharper picture quality.

Wide Color Enhancer 2: Whereas blue and green shaded areas of a picture are washed out on conventional television screens, Wide Color Enhancer 2 lets you experience more brilliant colors by widening the TV's range of color.

Anti Burn-In Technology: Samsung's Anti-burn-in technology uses auto pixel shift and signal pattern processing functions to ensure that no images are burned into the plasma panel.

• Pixel Shift: This function shifts the pixels of the displayed image every minute to prevent burn-in.
• Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according to a pattern.
• Side Gray: When you watch TV with the screen ratio of 4:3, the screen is prevented from any damage by adjusting the white balance on both the extreme left and right sides of the television.

Picture Sizes: You can choose one of the following picture sizes:

• 16:9: Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
• Zoom 1: Vertically enlarges the size of the picture and allows you to move the enlarged picture using the arrows on the remote.
• Zoom 2: Vertically enlarges the size of the picture more than Zoom 1 and allows you to move the enlarged picture using the arrows on the remote.
• Wide Fit: Proportionally enlarges the picture to fit the entire screen without changing the aspect ratio.
• 4:3: Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode with pillars on the left and right of the screen.
• Screen Fit: See the full image with no resizing when an HDMI input (1080i), Component (1080i), or DTV (1080i) signal is used.

Picture Control: You can make the following adjustment for an optimum picture:

• Automatic Picture Settings:
  • Standard: for the optimum display in a normal environment
  • Dynamic: for high-definition in a bright room
  • Movie: for viewing movies in a dark room
• Manual Picture Settings:
  • Cell Light: sets the pixel brightness
  • Contrast: adjusts the contrast level of the picture
  • Brightness: adjusts the brightness level of the picture
  • Sharpness: adjusts the edge definition of the picture
  • Color: adjusts the color saturation of the picture
  • Tint: adjusts the color tint of the picture
• Detailed Picture Settings:
  • Black Tone: screen depth is adjusted using Black Level, settings include Off, Dark, Darker, Darkest
  • Dynamic Contrast: adjust contrast to optimize the picture (Off, Low, Medium, High)
  • Gamma: adjust the primary colors (Red, Green, Blue) intensity
  • Color Space: select the color space for the most natural color (Auto, Native, Custom)
  • White Balance: adjust the color temperature for more natural colors (Red, Green, Blue)
  • Flesh Tone: Emphases the pink "flesh tone" in the picture
  • Edge Enhancement: edge enhancement emphasizes the boundaries of an object, it can be turned off if you prefer
  • Color Tone: adjust the overall color tone using one of five presets: Cool 1, Cool 2, Normal, Warm 1, Warm 2
  • HDMI Black Level: the black level can be set to Normal or Low when using an HDMI (RGB) input

Film Mode: The TV can be set to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality.

Game Mode: The television's Game Mode optimizes picture and sound quality for your gaming systems. The Game Mode feature enhances dark areas, sharpens the picture, speeds up the television's image processing response and enhances the sounds of your games.

Digital Noise Reduction: If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen.

Audio Features

Auto Volume: Auto volume automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel, lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. This reduces the difference in volume when changing channels.

Automatic Sound Settings: You can choose from the following sound settings:

• Standard: resets the standard factory settings
• Music: for watching music videos and concerts
• Movie: for watching movies
• Clear Voice: for watching a show that is mostly dialog
• Custom: adjust the 5-band EQ; 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, and 10 kHz

SRS TruSurround HD: SRS TruSurround HD is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including the internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.

Digital Audio: The optical digital output (with plastic cover) on the rear panel will output Dolby Digital (when available) or 2 channel PCM.

PC/USB Functions

Media Play: This function enables you to view photos (JPEG) and listen to audio files (MP3) saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device using the television's side panel USB type-A port. The television's Media Play function will only support MP3 music files with a high sampling frequency of 32, 44.1, or 48 kHz. The maximum supported JPEG resolution is 15360 x 8640 pixels. Your JPEG and MP3 files must be formatted in FAT 16 or FAT 32. The TV's USB port can recognize up to 300 folders or files. You can use the television's remote control to operate basic playback functions of your JPEG or MP3 files.

• MP3 Playback: The television displays an on-screen list of your MP3 files to scroll through and select from. You can also select from a Repeat and Random playback mode.
• JPEG Playback: The television displays a thumbnail index of your photos to select from (15 per page). When you have single image displayed, you can zoom (1x, 2x, 4x) and rotate (0, 90, 180, 270-degees) the photo. You can also view your images as a slide show. You can choose the slide show speed (Fast, Normal, Slow) and select an MP3 audio file as background music.

PC-Capable: This unit has a 15-pin D-Sub (RGB) input that allows you to use it as a high-resolution computer monitor. The HDMI 2 input can also be used with a computer. The TV can be set to automatically adjust to the video signals received, or you can use the setup menu to adjust the screen quality and position. No cables are supplied for connecting the TV to a PC.

PC In: This input consists of a stereo mini-jack and an analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin) jack. This jack allows you to connect a personal computer with a D-Sub 15-pin output. When using the RGB (D-Sub 15-pin) jack, you must use the PC Audio 3.5mm input for your audio connection.

Convenience Features

ToC (Touch of Color): Samsung's new Touch of Color design features a hint of charcoal gray color naturally blended into the traditional piano black frame of the Samsung 550 Series Plasma television.

Favorite Channel: You can create a list of your favorite channels and recall the list using the FAV.CH button on the remote.

Channel Labels: Each analog channel programmed into memory can be labeled with a name up to 5 characters. Digital channels names are already assigned and cannot be edited.

Input Source Names: You can assign a pre-programmed name to each of the inputs. When input naming is completed, you will no longer have to remember which component is connected to each input when selecting a source to watch. Source names include VCR, DVD, Cable STB, Satellite STB, PVR STB, AV Receiver, Game, Camcorder, PC, TV, DVI PC, DVI, IPTV, Blu-Ray, HD-DVD, and Digital Media Adapter.

Digital Signal Strength Meter: The digital signal strength meter can be used to help you find the antenna position that delivers the highest HDTV digital signal strength.

Analog Channel Fine Tuning: The fine tuning feature allows you to manually adjust analog channels for optimal reception. A separate fine tuning setting may be put into the TV's memory for each analog channel.

V-Chip: The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children based on the user selected parental guidelines. The user must enter a 4-digit password before any of the V-Chip restriction are set up or changed.

Sleep Timer: The sleep timer switches the television off after a specified amount of time. The sleep timer can be set to 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, or 180 minutes.

On/Off Timer: The three On/Off timers allow you to program the television to turn itself on and off by selecting a specific on time and a specific off time. You also choose the On Timer's channel and Volume. The on and off timers work independently of one another.

Energy Saver: This feature adjust the power consumption of the television in order to save energy. You can select from Low, Medium, High or Off energy saver modes.

On/Off Melody: A unique melody plays when the TV is turned on and off. The melody volume is adjustable, or you can turn this feature off if you prefer.

Remote Control

Illuminated Remote: The supplied remote control is designed to only operate the Samsung LCD television and Anynet+ connected components. You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from TV with a direct line of sight. The remote's buttons are backlit and will light up with a press of a button.

Anynet+: Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet+ with the Samsung television's remote control. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that support the Anynet+ features. The Anynet+ feature must be turned on in the menu to function.

Mounting Options

Detachable Stand: The PN63B550 comes with a table-top stand (attached) for easy placement on top of a counter or table. On the stand, the TV can swivel 20° left or right. The television weighs 133.6 lbs with the stand attached.

Wall Mounting: You can remove the stand and mount this display on the wall using an optional wall-mount bracket. The TV has four threaded screw holes spaced to accommodate many universal wall mount brackets. The hole spacing is 600mm x 400mm and requires four M8 (8mm) machine screws. The television weighs 116.6 lbs without the stand.