Reviews of the Samsung LN40A650
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No Rating
CNET Review
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The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung LN40A650, but we did review a larger model in the series.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 90/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 181089 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent.
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bestcovery.com
Review Summary: The 32" version of our #2 pick is a very popular HDTV among gamers because of its excellent image quality, sleek styling, and solid input connectivity with 4 HDMI ports and a PC port. Just like the Samsung LN52A650, this HDTV supports 1080p native ...
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pcworld.com
Review Summary: The LN46A650 is a fine HDTV. Its stellar design and ease of use make it just the thing for viewers who appreciate both form and function
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bestcovery.com
Review Summary: This stunning LCD TV has full 1080p resolution for maximum detail and 120Hz Auto Motion Plus processing for a smooth image. Picture quality is outstanding for an LCD TV, with deep black levels and accurate color reproduction. Perfect for watching ...
Manufacturer: Samsung
Part number: LN40A650A1FXZA
General
- Product Type 40 in LCD TV
- TV Tuner 1x analog, 1x digital
- Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
- USB Port Yes
- HDCP Compatible Yes
- Dimensions With stand
- Width 39.3 in
- Depth 11.8 in
- Height 27.5 in
- Weight 44.5 lbs
Display
- Diagonal Size 40 in - Widescreen
- Technology TFT active matrix
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- 120Hz Yes
- LCD Backlight Technology Wide Color Gamut-CCFL
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio 50000:1
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Widescreen Modes 16:9, Just, Zoom, Auto Wide, Wide Zoom, Conventional 4:3
- Viewing Angle 178 degrees
- Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
- Pixel Response Time 4 ms
- Display Menu Language French, English, Spanish
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Color Temperature Control Yes (Warm1/Warm2/Normal/Cool1/Cool2)
- Picture Adjustment Custom/Standard/Music/Movie/Speech
- Additional Features Wheel key, Infolink, Ultra clear panel, Sound leveler, DNIe
TV Tuner
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
- Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
- Reception System ATSC, Clear-QAM
- Stereo Reception System MTS
- Channel Coverage VHF:2-13, UHF:14-69, Cable:1-125
- MTS Stereo Yes
- Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes
Digital TV Tuner
- Digital TV Tuner ATSC
Video Features
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Analog Video Input Signals PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, NTSC 3.58
- Input Video Formats 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Supported Computer Resolutions 640 x 350, 720 x 400, 1360 x 768, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 (VGA), 1024 x 768 (XGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA), 1280 x 1024 (SXGA), 1600 x 1200 (UXGA)
- Teletext Yes
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- Supported Devices TV, DVD player
- Features Wheel key
Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround
- Audio Controls Balance, Equalizer, Sound mode
- Equalizer Yes (5-band)
- Speakers Included 2 speakers
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Additional Features Balance control, Auto volume adjustment
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio input (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Side, 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side
- Slot Provided Common Interface slot
Stands & Mounts
- Stand Included Yes
- Stand Design Tabletop
- Stand Features Swivel
- Flat Panel Mount Interface 600 x 400 mm
Miscellaneous
- Antenna None
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt
- Power Consumption Operational 153
- Compliant Standards EPA Energy Star
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight Details
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 39.3 in x 3.3 in x 25.1 in x 37.5 lbs
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 43.3 in
- Depth (Shipping) 15 in
- Height (Shipping) 32.2 in
- Weight (Shipping) 56.7 lbs
Sustainability
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009) 6.9
- Greenpeace policy rating explained The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics (greenpeace.org/electronics) ranks leading mobile and PC manufacturers on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best. The scoring is based on the companies' global policies; on their practice of eliminating harmful chemicals; and on how they take responsibility for their products once discarded by consumers.
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