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Samsung 40" LN40A550 1080p LCD HDTV

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Samsung 40" LN40A550 1080p LCD HDTV Description
Highlights

* Offers display resolutions of up to 1080p for detailed images
* Provides a dynamic contrast ratio 30,000:1 for vivid graphics
* HDMI connection allows for the transmission of both video and audio digital signals
* SRS TruSurround XT™ System for rich sound experience
* Built in ATSC/Clear QAM tuner
* Wide viewing angles of 178° for both horizontal and vertical angles

Overview
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The Samsung LN40A550 has an incredible 30,000:1 contrast ratio that delivers sharp, most realistic picture quality you’ve ever seen. With your 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. The true 1080p resolution offers amazing LCD image detail. Three HDMI inputs let you connect quickly and easily to your peripherals. Speaking of smart, the intelligently hidden speakers ensure a sleek, clean look that fits in almost any surroundings. With all these features and more the Samsung LN40A550 flat screen HDTV turn your high-definition dreams into a definite, crystal-clear reality.

Tech Specs for "Samsung 40" LN40A550 1080p LCD HDTV"
General
Product Type

40" LCD TV
Digital Television Certification

HDTV
TV Tuner

1x analog, 1x digital
Video Interface

Component, composite, HDMI, S-Video
PC Interface

VGA (HD-15)
USB Port

Yes
HDCP Compatible

Yes
Dimensions

With stand
Width

39.2 in
Depth

11.8 in
Height

27 in
Weight

61.5 lbs
Display
Diagonal Size

40" - widescreen
Technology

TFT active matrix
Resolution

1920 x 1080
Display Format

1080p (FullHD)
Image Aspect Ratio

16:9
LCD Backlight Technology

Wide Color Gamut-CCFL
Dynamic Contrast Ratio

30000:1
Brightness

500 cd/m2
Progressive Scan

Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Widescreen Modes

Conventional 4:3, Auto Wide, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 16:9, Just
Viewing Angle

178 degrees
Viewing Angle (Vertical)

178 degrees
Pixel Response Time

5 ms
V-Sync Rate at Max Res.

60 Hz
Max V-Sync Rate

75 Hz
Max H-Sync Rate

60 kHz
V-Chip Control

Yes
Color Temperature Control

Yes (Warm1/Warm2/Normal/Cool1/Cool2)
Picture Adjustment

Custom/Standard/Music/Movie/Speech
Additional Features

On-screen menu, DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine)
DVD
Additional Features

Anynet+
TV Tuner
Analog TV Tuner

NTSC
Multi-channel Preview

Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Stereo Reception System

MTS
Secondary Audio Program (SAP)

Yes
Digital TV Tuner
Digital TV Tuner

ATSC
Video Features
HDTV Ready

Yes
Analog Video Input Signals

PAL, SECAM, NTSC 3.58, NTSC4.43
Input Video Formats

480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 480i, 576i, 576p
Supported Computer Resolutions

1024 x 768 (XGA), 640 x 480 (VGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA), 1280 x 1024 (SXGA), 1600 x 1200 (UXGA), 640 x 350, 720 x 400, 1360 x 768, 1920 x 1080
Teletext

Yes
Parental Channel Lock

Yes
Remote Control
Type

Remote control - infrared
Audio System
Sound Output Mode

Stereo
Surround Mode

Yes
Sound Effects

SRS TruSurround
Audio Controls

Sound mode, equalizer, balance
Equalizer

Yes (5-band)
Speakers Included

2 speakers
Output Power / Total

20 Watt
Additional Features

Auto volume adjustment, balance control
Speaker(s)

2 x right/left channel speaker - built-in - 10 Watt
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
Slot Provided

Common Interface slot
Stands & Mounts
Stand Included

Yes
Stand Features

Swivel
Environmental Standards
EPA Energy Star Compliant

Yes
Power
Power Device

Power supply - internal
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support

1 year warranty
Service & Support Details

Limited warranty - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight Details
Dimensions & Weight Details

Panel without stand - 39.2 in x 3.6 in x 24.7 in x 54.5 lbs
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
Width (Shipping)

42.9 in
Depth (Shipping)

14.9 in
Height (Shipping)

31.7 in