Intro:
The Samsung LN40A530 - 40" LCD TV is a 40-inch, liquid crystal display television.Compared to other liquid crystal display TVs on the market, it is midpriced at around $1,250.This flat-TV is an LCD display, which is generally the best kind of flat-panel screen for viewing in brightly-lit rooms.
Noteworthy Features:
With built-in HDTV compatibility, this TV set can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)The 3:2 pulldown feature of this unit reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.
Weaker Features:
Has only a rear connector location.
Suitability:
A liquid crystal display TV, suited for home entertainment as well as work place applications.In general, a wide aspect TV such as this one is ideal for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.
Value:
In general, this TV has good features for the money.For example, when it comes to viewable screen size, the average price of liquid crystal display televisions with similar viewable size is quite a bit more -- in fact around $1,660.
Suggestions:
(1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors' Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide.(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area Electronics Take Back Coalition.
Receiving HDTV broadcast:
The three common methods to receive HDTV broadcasts are via satellite-TV set-top box, cable system set-top box, and over-the-air reception from a digital HDTV broadcast station.
True HDTV:
True HDTV programming is now available in three resolutions: 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.
Tuner options:
An HDTV-ready satellite or cable box will act as an outboard HDTV tuner for your digital TV set that lacks a built-in HD tuner.
9 out of 10 - Spectacular $1143 with Reward Zone - can't beat it
I love this tv. Its an excellent set for the price. Best But offered a 12% off anything over $999. ...
I love this tv. Its an excellent set for the price. Best But offered a 12% off anything over $999. Plus a triple reward zone points. (thats another $63).
What is there really to complain about. Its a very fast engine for its price. The blacks are totally acceptable for the price range.
Only thing I don't like is when switching to cinema mode, the whites become a golden color and the sound beomces very quiet.
Considering it boasts SRS XT surround, the speakers are significantly more quiet in cinema mode. Which is not really an issue because the sound is normally only at 20 or so. 30 is plenty loud.
8 out of 10 - Excellent A genuine samsung for a good price
So far I love this TV. I saved up for a while, and I finally took the plunge on this ...
So far I love this TV. I saved up for a while, and I finally took the plunge on this TV. I have been satisfied thus far. The brightness and color are exceptional, and the quick 5ms response time is noticeable. This TV's engine allows 1080p over component video, which is very nice for my older Xbox 360. It comes pre-built, and set-up is a breeze. The speakers are pretty decent for a flat panel, but I still recommend purchasing a sound system though. The only big downsides to this TV is the mediocre blacks, and the very reflective design. All of the body and stand are high gloss, and the screen has a slight gloss on it. Since the screen is recessed a couple millimeters, you can actually see a little refection on the right and left of the screen off of the inner bezel. This is very minor, and I still recommend this TV to anyone looking for a great TV for around $1,200.00.
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by neverforgetJeff (see profile) -
May 12, 2008
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