| | |  | Computers & Add-Ons | Home » » » Samsung LN40A550 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV | | | | | | | Description: | | The SAMSUNG LN40A550 delivers the sharpest, most realistic picture quality you've ever seen. Full HD (1080p) contains 1.5 times more scanning lines than conventional HD TVs. That means more pixels, more details and a better picture. A resolution that is approximately twice as much as conventional HD TVs creates the most perfect picture imaginable. Contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this LCD TV. Watch movies and shows come to life with enhanced details in very dark or bright scenes. Enjoy a more realistic, sharper picture quality that's sure to catch your eye with 30,000:1 contrast ratio. One of the most important features for an LCD panel is the pixel response time. Response time refers to the amount of time it takes a pixel to "refresh" itself-to go from being active to being inactive, (ready to be re-activated). The lower the milliseconds, the faster the response time. A very fast 5ms response time virtually eliminates any blurring and gives you smooth-motion action scenes. Want to get more entertainment out of your TV than movies and shows? With our Wiselink USB connection, you can easily and quickly hook up your MP3 player or digital camera and entertain family and friends with a photo slideshow set to music. SAMSUNG LCD TVs make your high-definition dreams a reality. With the SAMSUNG LN40A550 HDTV you really get the total package. 30,000 - 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio 5ms Response Time 16 - 9 Aspect Ratio SRS TruSurround XT 10 W + 10 W Audio System Input Ports - 3 x HDMI (1 side, 2 rear), 2 x Component, 2 x A/V (1 side, 1 rear), 1x 15-pin VGA PC, 1 x S-Video (side), Wiselink (USB 2.0), RF antenna inputs, Headphone jack (side) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 39.2 (W) x 27 (H) x 11.8 (D) with stand Approximate Unit Weight - 61.5 pounds | | | Features: | |
• Full HD 1080p Resolution
• Wide Color Enhancer
• 3 HDMI Inputs
• USB 2.0 Connectivity
• HDMI-CDC Compatible
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 39.2 inches | | Product Width:
| 3.6 inches | | Product Height:
| 24.7 inches | | Product Weight:
| 54.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 42.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 31.1 inches | | Package Height:
| 14.7 inches | | Package Weight:
| 52.6 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 507 reviews |
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 Better hope it works!Jul 03, 2009
I had this TV for less than 6 months when it died. The problems seemed to start when I got Verizon FIOS and the techs connected the FIOS set-top box to the Samsung with an HDMI cable. Turns out that Samsung has moved ahead with the their HDMI input standard, while Motorola (who makes most set-top boxes) has not. Both Samsung and Verizon recommend only using component cables to connect such boxes (which is a whole other problem). Anyway, the set stopped functioning and the repair techs said they need to replace the microprocessors. They tell me that Samsung is notorious for poor warranty support and resist placing broken sets. Parts can take weeks to months to receive. The repair folks do government contracts in this area and told me that even the Pentagon waits months for their Samsung repairs. They advised buying Sharp the next time. Samsung "field reps" called to troubleshoot, but when I called the company to talk to them (1-800-Samsung) no one there knew anything about "field reps." Try it yourself. You'll be amazed.
 Good for usJun 30, 2009
Not a great review but for somebody who can't understand all the terms of latest TV technology but just have to upgrade to a flat screen.Checked out a similar configuration TV from Sony but it was way too expensive.I am reviewing this after 6 months of purchase.I have been busy admiring the flat screen. Coming to TV, it is excellent for us.It has 3 HDMI outputs and Oh yes, you can connect your 1st gen Xbox to this.No extra cables needed.Just connect the Xbox and TV with existing cables.But for connecting anything else, you need to order HDMI cables.Order them from amazon as they are very expensive in the stores. No problems reported so far. Sound can be a bit better. The remote is bit big for my hands but I guess I can live with it.The picture quality is good.It doesn't have the 120hz feature but unless you watch sports everyday hour of the day, I don't think that matters.Even with ports, there is a sports mode which can used but in normal mode, you can notice the pixels since it lacks the 120 hz feature.The menu can be a bit tiresome.I can't remember which function is in which part of the menu.I have to keep checking each and every option till I find the required setting.
ON the whole, its good TV for the price for anyone who doesn't spend a lot of time infront of it.
The shipping from CEVA was good.White glove service.
 Great TV, but it makes noise.Jun 29, 2009
We've had the TV for several months now and it is wonderful. Very clear pictures, especially in HD. The only minor complaint is that there is a relatively long delay between pushing the power "on" button and the TV actually turning on (1-2 seconds), and when it does, it has a loud chime. This wouldn't be annoying except that we have an infant in the house who is often sleeping in the same room as the TV, and the chime is loud enough to disturb her from sleep. It also chimes when you turn it off, though if you mute the TV, the chime is muted as well. Wish that was an option when you turned it on. Otherwise, fantastic TV, great price, clear picture.
Wow!Jun 24, 2009
I would recommend this to anyone. It has a great quality picture. Well worth the money spent.
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6ave may ship you the "B" model.Jun 12, 2009
I ordered the LN40A550 from this page, and I actually received the LN40B550 from 6ave. This is indeed a "newer model", but the B-type does not have picture-in-picture, and it has the subtle red "touch of color" while the A-type does not. I can't believe they did this! Here's their response:
"Thanks for your e-mail. We sincerely apologize but we sent you the upgraded model for the one you ordered. If you do not want the new model, please call us at 877-... for the RA number and the instructions for the return. Thanks."
It's not enough of a bother for me to return the thing, but still: caveat emptor!
Anyway, the TV is great, although it's not what I ordered!
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