[DEAD]Samsung 40" 1080p WS LCD HD TV #LN40A550

[Pardus]

Samsung 40" 1080p WS LCD HD TV #LN40A550

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SAMSUNG LN40A550
40" 1080P LCD HDTV
SAMSUNG:
FRYS.com #: 5541260
Experience the next generation of HD television in all its glory. Full 1080p HD resolution and 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ration offer amazing image detail and color clarity, all on a 40-inch screen. With 3 HDMI inputs, connecting to all your peripherals is a snap. Enjoy crystal-clear, lifelike HD sound, with SRS TruSurround XT. Hook up your MP3 player or digital camera via the Wiselink® USB 2.0 connection; a versatile user interface lets you scroll through play lists and pictures. It's advanced HD entertainment, only from Samsung.
Limit 1 per Household.

TV/Video
o HD-grade 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) pixel resolution
o Widescreen aspect ratio
o 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
o Wide color enhancer
o Built-in digital tuner (ATSC/Clear QAM)
o Fast 5ms response time
o Single user interface
o Picture-in-Picture
Audio
o Watts per channel: 10W x 2
o SRS TruSurround XT?
o Bottom speakers
Connections
o 3 HDMI ? High Definition Multimedia
o Interface version 1.3 (2 rear/1 side)
o 2 Component video inputs (rear)
o S-video input (1 side)
o Side and Rear composite inputs
o PC input (rear)
o Wiselink® (USB 2.0)
o RF antenna inputs
o HDMI-CEC
o Headphone
o Swivel stand

 

[Genx87]

I have the 530 version of this TV. Very nice set. If I wasnt saddled with other bills. I would entertain buying one of these for my new game room and using it as my computer monitor.

 

[Xcobra]

hows the quality on this one?

 

[mikehartl]

This is the absolute best TV you can buy for the money. I ordered this exact set on Amazon for ~$1000 shipped (open box) and I absolutely LOVE it.

The picture is amazing whether watching blu-ray movies or playing 1080P games (I play PS3 and XBOX 360 on it.) Standard cable doesn't look terribly great on it- but what do you expect from a non HD source. Many people say the speakers aren't good on the TV. I can't comment personally because as soon as I got it I hooked my own speakers up to it. Also, I had a heck of a time trying to get the stand off to mount it on the wall, so be prepared if you are going to be mounting it. (I'm pretty sure the stand comes detatched anyways when you first get the TV.

Though I listed some things to watch out for- I cannot say enough good things about this set. All the above examples can either be fixed (such as the sound) or simply do not matter all that much.

Here's a tip: Someone at the AV Science forum had their TV professionally calibrated to get the absolute best colors out of this set. You can find these results here: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1020612

 

[Xcobra]

i keep getting "invalid card" prompt. wtf?

edit: ordered from amazon $1062.xx total....not bad

 

[Pardus]

deal is back.

 

[BudAshes]

Are those warranties you linked actually worth it?

 

[Cheesetogo]

Is there a manufacturer warranty on this?