Samsung LN40D550

Samsung LN40D550 40-Inch 1080p 60 Hz LCD HDTV REVIEW

I chose this model over alternative 32-inch LCDs because I'm a sucker for aspects such as network streaming, a 5-band equalizer, picture-in-picture, and firmware updating. Furthermore, it shows a semi-documented headphone jack contained in the back -- only switch off the speakers as it carry on. Also, the energy cable detaches, to help you substitute that yourself.  

One could disregard this TV completely because it has no LED edge light, but that technical would not appear like getting your money premium thus far, considering a bigger area of panel flaws, and also a black degree thus intense that detail usually gets lost. 60Hz could also not a deal-breaker, since 120Hz has a tendency to merely demonstrate its strength with sports development.  Samsung LN40D550

Your picture standard is eventually subjective, without a doubt. But I think it is effectively better than average. Unluckily, you won't completely disable Dynamic Comparison. The Television will explain it's far off, however, many enterprising Web detectives at televisioninfo.com have determined how the is the ruse, which ends up in some unavoidable light trailing and somewhat broken blacks. DVDs look amazingly wise, and standard-definition signals look particularly strong but is not great.  Samsung LN40D550

Samsung LN40D550 Dynamic Comparison, Black Tone, Shadow Detail, Edge Enhancement and also the sound filters should really be not power on. Unfortunately, these functions can provide more challenges than they solve; try them sparingly. Like Spider-Man when mentioned, "With force comes responsibility."  

I possess a Roku package associated through HDMI, an Xbox 360 via component, and well-defined QAM satellite television through your RF antenna jack using the back. These hookups have a tendency directly into the television inputs -- no recipient. I figure in which eliminates a testing variable or couple. Display quality and sound was large from all 3 sources. As I streamed Netflix over Online Play, the Xbox gave the impression to upscale to 1080i. I would not want to acquire my 720p Roku container to achieve over HDMI.  

Audio is either a better boat, after the SRS functions can really be not power on (in terms of we know). There are also that 5-band equalizer. I thought the television did amazingly effectively for just two downward-facing 10-watt speakers, on the other hand won't very substitute dedicated exterior sound.  

The D550 doesn't do Online apps, but this particular aspect is now increasingly redundant. Are you aware that network sharing, you aren't limited by Samsung's proprietary, Windows-only "Computer Share Manager" software, either. May well be a array of complimentary, multi-platform software that handle networked news libraries. Regrettably, Samsung generally seems to never have implemented DLNA relating to spec, Which means you might have trouble acquiring third-party software to my job correctly. I had the most beneficial experience in TVMobili, that is definitely fortunately complimentary and best with Windows, Mac, and Linux. Serviio can be usually wonderful.  

Samsung LN40D550 Within its advertising information, Samsung swears what has Wi-Fi "LinkStick" dongle is *required* for wireless networking (along with being not bundled for this TV). Here is not really the truth. You will simply make use of wireless-N Ethernet "game adapter," that are had for well under $30 in case you browse around. Dongles may also be only suitable for a limited equipment within one maker.  

(Edit: It's arrive at my attention that the Intellinet 523974 *might* also get treatment instead of Samsung's official dongle. I cannot directly confirm it, though. It might be reportedly 2.4Ghz, as the dual-band Samsung model adds a 5Ghz alternative.)  

The "E-manual" constructed into the TV's menu program isn't great and is especially tricky to navigate. The PDF adaptation in their site is... a PDF type of the e-manual. Which can be white text on your black background. Such a lot of for printing it out...  

Furthermore, the two-piece pedestal ingests a Phillips screwdriver. That was not negative, except the screws necessary quite a few torque to accomplish every one boot camp in. Also, you'll want to attach the highest part with just one particular angle, or otherwise it will not be flush for the base.  

A note about shipping: Amazon Prime does not have to currently offer 2-day or next-day delivery together with unit; "3-5 company days" is the only official line. Marriage ceremony unusual for treatments of the particular weight and size. However, the air conditioner got to my door not as much as a couple of days as I ordered it. I Really appreciate Amazon's and UPS's rapidly service! However your personal experience will be different in keeping with your distance among the warehouse along with other aspects.  

(Update 4/25: This item just isn't currently shipped from and available at Amazon, nor qualified to apply for Amazon Prime. "Video & Sound Center" is Dealing with item rather. I am unaware of their service, therefore, the past paragraph has not sign up for the contemporary buy experience. "3-5 business days" continues to be the official delivery time, but I are clueless just how long it could take this alternative party to procedure your order before delivery. It might take a couple of hours, or even a couple of days. A little friendly heads-up.)  

I ordered this product: Samsung LN32D550 32-Inch 1080p 60Hz LCD HDTV (Black) around 1pm yesterday with One-Day Delivery and received it currently around 1pm. Amazon usually the correct for service quality and dealing considering the optimal package delivery firms. To get a thinking of purchasing a 32 inch TV for my desktop space the past 3 months. I waited for this 2011 models and I am grateful which I did.  Panasonic VIERA TC-L32DT30 32-Inch 1080p 3D LED HDTV

Samsung LN40D550 Setup (placing the stand) about this TV was not hard and also interface is simple to master. I have tested input lag with games along with quality on your Blu-ray. It is advisable to change your setting when meeting up an Xbox 360 to fully be free from all input lag noticeable on the way to human eye (I required to label the HDMI port as PC). The PS3 to the other-hand doesn't have a noticeable input lag tested with several settings. I watched a little bit of I am Legend on Blu-ray and therefore the audio and video standard is awesome.  

The LN32D550 has more settings and choices (except online apps) than many other active 2011 32 inch LCDs. 

Audio: SRS TruSurround HD and SRS TruDialog  

Vs my different TV Samsung LN40A650 40-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with RED Touch of Color this TV posesses a greater interface, more settings, greater high quality, and extremely synonymous display quality but lacks 120Hz motion development.  

This TV almost all around a brilliant buy and product.