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Reviews of the Samsung LN46A550

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    hdtv-news.co.uk

    By Franz Bicar | June 9, 2008

    Review Summary: Aside from that, the Samsung LN46A550 is wonderfully easy to use. The icon-based on-screen menus are clear and easy to read, with an explanation at the bottom of the screen of what each item does. A separate tools button on the remote control acts the ...

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    digitaltrends.com

    Review Summary: Multiple connectors, including a Wiselink USB 2.0 port and 3 HDMI inputs, allow you to connect this 52" flat-panel LCD HDTV to a variety of components with ease. The SRS TruSurround...

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  • 8.0

    pcworld.com

    Review Summary: The result is a well-rounded HDTV that does virtually everything you want it to. At its price, it stands out as a clear winner

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  • 8.4

    pcworld.com

    By Lincoln Spector | April 11, 2008

    Review Summary: The result is a well-rounded HDTV that does virtually everything you want it to. At its price, it stands out as a clear winner

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    productwiki.com

    Review Summary: The 5 series of LCD televisions are part of Samsung's 2008 line of sets and are their entry level offering for 1080p native resolution. More information found on the Samsung 5 Series report. Specs 52" screen 1080p native resolution 30,000:1 dynamic ...

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Manufacturer: Samsung

Part number: LN46A550P3FXZC

General

  • Product type LCD TV
  • Diagonal Size 46 in - Widescreen
  • Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 44.5 in x 3.9 in x 27.6 in x 51.4 lbs

Display

  • Technology TFT active matrix
  • LCD Backlight Technology Wide Color Gamut-CCFL
  • Resolution 1920 x 1080
  • Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
  • LCD Refresh Rate 60Hz
  • LCD Pixel Response Time 5 ms
  • Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio 30000:1
  • Widescreen Modes 16:9, Just, Zoom, Auto Wide, Wide Zoom, Conventional 4:3
  • Color Temperature Control Yes (Warm1/Warm2/Normal/Cool1/Cool2)
  • Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
  • Viewing Angle 178 degrees
  • Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees
  • V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz
  • Max V-Sync Rate 75 Hz
  • Max H-Sync Rate 60 KHz
  • V-Chip Control Yes
  • Picture Adjustment Custom/Standard/Music/Movie/Speech
  • Additional Features Matte finish, Touch-sensitive controls

TV Tuner

  • Tuner Qty 1x analog, 1x digital
  • Digital TV Tuner ATSC
  • Analog TV Tuner NTSC
  • Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
  • Stereo Reception System MTS
  • Channel Coverage VHF:2-13, UHF:14-69, Cable:1-125
  • Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes

Video Features

  • Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
  • HDTV Ready Yes
  • 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

Audio System

  • Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
  • Sound Output Mode Stereo
  • Surround Mode Yes
  • Sound Effects SRS TruSurround
  • Audio Controls Balance, Equalizer, Sound mode
  • Equalizer Yes (5-band)
  • Output Power / Total 20 Watt
  • Additional Features Balance control, Auto volume adjustment

Connections

  • Connector Type 2 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
  • PC Interface VGA (HD-15)

Memory Card Reader

  • USB Port Yes

Remote Control

  • Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
  • Supported Devices TV
  • Features Hot keys

Stands & Mounts

  • Stand Included Yes
  • Stand Design Tabletop
  • Stand Features Swivel

Power

  • Power Device Power supply - Internal
  • Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.47
  • Power Consumption Operational 187

Miscellaneous

  • HDCP Compatible Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Service & Support 1 year warranty
  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year

Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

  • Width (Shipping) 48.4 in
  • Depth (Shipping) 14.3 in
  • Height (Shipping) 34.9 in
  • Weight (Shipping) 75.8 lbs

Sustainability

  • CNET Labs: Operational power consumption 137.12 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Calibrated power consumption 101.52 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Power Save Mode power consumption 79.78 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.68 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost 30.18 US Dollars
  • EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
  • Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 6.9

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