Samsung UE55F8500ST

UE55F8500ST, LED, 139.7 cm (55 ") , 1920 x 1080, 3D, HDMI, USB 2.0, Ethernet, Wi-Fi

Manufacturer
Samsung
SKU
UE55F8500STXXU
28-03-2013
Fall in love with TV all over again. The elegant Samsung LED TV Series 8 is equipped with cutting-edge features such as S Recommendation† with Voice Interaction. It lets you get viewing suggestions simply by using ordinary speech. Intelligent Viewing also ensures that you watch all your content with optimum quality, whether it’s from USB storage or online. You can even enjoy Full HD entertainment enhanced by Micro Dimming Ultimate and Wide Colour Enhancer Plus. It’s like you’re experiencing TV for the first time.

Experience TV like never before
The Samsung LED TV Series 8 is the most advanced TV yet. With great features like Smart Interaction, you can be assured that you will never have a moment of boredom. The Samsung Smart TV engages you in a futuristic and effortless entertainment experience. To enjoy this feature even more, you have superior picture quality, with stunning display and colour, which will make the whole experience worth your while.

An entertainment experience tailored to you
Choosing the right channel or finding the right movie doesn’t have to be difficult; it should be easy. By understanding your entertainment preferences and viewing tastes, S Recommendation† intuitively recommends content for you to enjoy. Waste no more time searching through the same TV line up or movies over and over, and watch shows that best appeal to you. The more you watch, the more the Smart TV understands you – there will always be something entertaining to watch.

The most advanced way to control your Smart TV
With a revolutionary voice command recognition system and intuitive motion sensing, the Samsung Smart TV engages you in a futuristic and effortless entertainment experience. So when you want to relax, and you can’t find the remote, all you need to say is "Hi TV" or wave your hand and the F8500 will let you perform a variety of commands like change the channel and raise or lower the volume.

Samsung Smart TV is an Evolutionary TV
In this fast moving world it is hard to keep our technology up-to-date. Smart Evolution takes away this worry by helping you keep your Smart TV up-to-date. The easily installed chipset upgrades the key components of your TV to make sure you can experience the most cutting-edge entertainment experience. without buying a new television.

Enjoy two favourite channels simultaneously
Now, no one in your family will miss their favourite shows with the Twin Tuner TV. By allowing you to watch two channels on two different devices, this feature lets you watch two of your favourite programmes at the same time, or allows a family member to watch his or her show while you enjoy yours. You can also watch two of your favourite shows simultaneously, or record any programme you want. No excuse to miss your favourite TV programmes on Samsung Smart TV.

The gateway to a revolutionary entertainment experience
Get all the excitement with Samsung’s all new Smart Hub. Now, get immediate access to live TV recommendations based on your tastes and viewing preferences and get easy access to all your favourite apps, photos, videos and music. And what’s even better is that you can share all this with your friends on Facebook, Twitter and even make video calls on Skype. Samsung’s AllShare creates a wireless home network for you to enjoy content from all Samsung compatible devices. More features, double the fun.

Social
Most popular contents
Stay in the centre of your social circle with Smart Hub‘s social page. The Social page lets you see your friends’ favourite video clips through Facebook and Twitter, and even allows you to make video calls through Skype.

Apps
Selections based on your previous viewing preferences
Enjoy access to all of the apps you’ve come to expect from a Samsung Smart TV by downloading through Samsung Apps. You will be able to store all of your favourite apps on Apps page.

On TV†
Selections based on your previous viewing preferences
As soon as you turn on the TV, ON TV† will recommend TV programs based on your tastes and viewing preferences. This useful feature will also allow you to watch just the things you enjoy, without going through the difficulties of channel surfing.

Movies & TV Shows
Selections based on your previous viewing preferences
Enjoy a wide range of videos on demand with Movie & TV Shows. This page provides you with a quick and easy way to access all of your favourite movies and TV shows.

Photos, Videos & Music
Selections based on your previous viewing preferences
Samsung’s Allshare creates a wireless home network so you can enjoy content from Samsung compatible devices, like a PC or camera. Now you can easily share content, ranging from photos videos and music, on your Samsung Smart TV

A unifying metal design for your TV
Samsung’s F8500 LED TV comes with a unifying, all-encompassing metal flow design that is sure to complete your home. Advancing beyond the typical formulas to design previous TV stands, the shape of the screen is considered to be Samsung’s latest great invention. Its uniquely sculpted body with metal finish makes it looks like a piece of art. In this most recent concept, the strength and style of the metal is emphasized, ensuring a stunning look that refines your household.

Discover your special moments at the highest picture quality
Enjoy the next level of picture quality with the new Samsung Smart TV. For perfect-looking images, Samsung's Intelligent Viewing automatically optimises the picture based on its content type or source. And for an even more refined viewing experience, features like Micro Dimming Ultimate and Clear Motion Rate are designed to keep images looking brilliant. Get such image clarity with Wide Colour Enhancer Plus and Full HD 1080P and enjoy streaming videos in high-quality with Web Clear View.

Storage

Card reader integrated 
N

Technical details

Colour of product 
Silver
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL)
Y
On/off switch 
Y
Optical disc player type 
Not included
Built-in camera 
Y
Game mode
Y
Motion control
Y
Voice control
Y

Networking

Ethernet LAN 
Y
Wi-Fi 
Y
Wi-Fi Direct
Y
WLAN-ready
Y

Ports & interfaces

HDMI ports quantity 
4
PC in (D-Sub) 
N
HDMI version
1.4
USB 2.0 ports quantity 
3
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in 
1
Composite video in 
1
SCART ports quantity 
1
DVI port 
N
Headphone outputs 
1
Common interface (CI) 
Y
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 
1
Audio input for DVI
N
Common interface Plus (CI+) 
N
Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Technology 
Y

Management features

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) 
Y
On/Off timer 
Y
Sleep timer
Y
On Screen Display (OSD)
Y
Number of OSD languages
26
Picture-in-Picture 
Y
Handheld remote control 
Y
Picture-and-Picture
Y

Power

Power consumption (standby) 
0.5W
Power consumption (typical) 
76W
Annual energy consumption 
111 kWh
Energy efficiency class 
A+
Input voltage 
220 - 240V
Input frequency 
50/60 Hz

Performance

Local dimming 
N

Display

Display diagonal 
139.7 cm (55")
HD type 
Full HD
3D compatibility 
Y
Display resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels
Aspect ratio 
16:9
Screen format adjustments
16:9
Contrast ratio (dynamic) 
Mega Contrast
Supported graphics resolutions 
1920 x 1080 (HD 1080)
Supported video modes 
1080i, 1080p
24p support
Y

Smart TV

Smart TV
Y
Lifestyle apps
Skype

Audio

Built-in speaker(s) 
Y
Number of loudspeakers 
2
RMS rated power 
10W
Built-in subwoofer 
Y

Teletext

Teletext function 
Y

Certificates

Energy Star certified 
Y

Ergonomics

VESA mounting
Y
Wall mountable 
Y

Packaging content

Batteries included
Y
3D glasses included
Y
Manual
Y
Mounting kit
Y

Indication

LED indicators
Y

Weight & dimensions

Width 
123.54 cm
Depth 
3.7 cm
Height 
70.91 cm
Weight 
17.5 kg
Width (with stand)
123.54 cm
Depth (with stand)
26.13 cm
Height (with stand)
74.68 cm
Weight with stand
20 kg

Packaging data

Package width 
135 cm
Package depth 
82 cm
Package height 
17 cm
Package weight 
25 kg