Samsung LN40A650 40-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with RED Touch of Color
Product Description
TV is heading toward high-definition and, although initial HDTV broadcasts are 720p and 1080i resolutions, Blu-Ray and newer broadcast capabilities are geared for 1080p standards. That's 1920x1080 screen resolution! The Samsung LN40A650 incorporates current and advanced technologies to deliver optimal images for home enjoyment - from TV to Video to Games to browsing the Internet. Hook-up an optional surround-sound system and you've got a superb home-theater experience. This TV represents the latest advances in what HDTV will be. If you're aiming for a superior 40" LCD TV, the LN40A650 from Samsung is a class leader. 4-millisecond pixel response time for fast-action video and optimal game display Up to 50,000 - 1 dynamic-contrast ratio 1-tuner picture-in-picture Down-firing stereo speakers (10 watts x 2) for virtual surround effect (optional purchase of a 5.1 surround sound home-theater system suggested) Backlit multibrand remote control Anynet+ simplifies remote control for compatible Samsung components connected through HDMI-CEC 7 A/V inputs, including - 1 composite video (side), 1 S-video (side), 2 component video (accepts signals up to 720p/1080i), 4 HDMI v1.3 (3 rear, 1 side) ? accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz); PC input - analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin); RF input for antenna/cable signals Ethernet port with Infolink RSS feeds Optical digital audio output for Dolby Digital surround USB 2.0 port for digital photo or MP3 playback Unit Dimensions - 39-3/8W x 25-1/8H x 3-1/2D (27-1/2H x 11-7/8D on stand); Weight - 44.5 lbs. with stand; 37.5 lbs. without stand
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #7943 in Consumer Electronics
- Color: Black
- Brand: Samsung
- Model: LN-40A650
- Dimensions: 25.10" h x 3.30" w x 39.30" l, 37.50 pounds
- Display size: 40
Features
- Touch of Color Bezel
- Full HD 1080p Resolution
- 120Hz Auto Motion Plus
- 4 HDMI Inputs
- Super Clear Panel
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description--March 24, 2008
Samsung adds a Touch of Color to a blazing-fast 4ms response time andrich connectivity features to redefine the role HDTVs play in the home with its forward-looking Series 6 (A650) and Series 7 (A750) LCD HDTVs. Utilizing the award-winning technologies found in all Samsung HDTVs, Series 6 and 7 HDTVs deliver unparalleled picture quality and enhanced connectivity and networking capabilities that create a true entertainment hub for any home. Series 7 takes networking and multimedia management to a whole new level. Consumers can easily enjoy MPEG and JPEG files stored on external devices by connecting through a side-mounted USB 2.0, turning their LCD into a full-scale home viewing gallery, or connect their MP3 players for a dynamic audio experience.
What's New?
- New -- 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio: up from 25,000:1 on 2007 models (Learn more)
- Blazing 4ms response time: down from 8ms on 2007 models thanks to a new high-speed liquid crystal
- Transparent and Opaque Color (TOC) bezel with infused color creates an ultra-sleek shape and appearance (Learn more)
- InfoLink: Get free RSS feeds of news, weather and sports right to your HDTV with a built-in Ethernet port (Learn more)
- 4 HDMI 1.3 ports: Simplay compliant, and up from 3 on 2007 models (Learn more)
- Sports and Game modes boost on-screen performance and interaction with the latest gaming systems
- Side-mounted USB 2.0 port: connect USB devices directly to your HDTV to view JPEG photos or MPEG movies or easily listen to your MP3 player through your HDTV's audio system or your home theater system.
- Compatible with Samsung's Home Digital Media Adapter (sold separately) for playback and navigation of Internet and stored PC multimedia
Features Overview
- Full 1080p HD (Learn more)
- Automotion Plus 120Hz image interpolation technology provides smoother motion (Learn more)
- 178-degree viewing angle from all four axes with Super Patterned Vertical Alignment (Learn more)
- Better clear panel technology for deeper blacks and more vibrant colors (Learn more)
- Hidden speakers with SRS TruSurround XT audio (Learn more)
- Cold Cathode Flourescent Lamp (CCFL) and Wide Color Enhancer technology offer a wider color range (Learn more)
- Picture-in-Picture (PIP) enables convenient simultaneous viewing of TV programs and video or PC sources
- V-Chip system1 allows blocking of rated TV and movie programs determined by the parent to contain objectionable content.
- Trilingual on-screen displays in English, Spanish or French.
- Variable sleep timer to turn the TV off in varying time intervals.
- Auto wall mount compatible: 3-dimensional operation via TV’s remote control; no external IR receiver required.
- Swivel stand included
- 1 year parts and 1 year labor warranty (90 days parts and labor for commercial use), with in-home service, backed by Samsung toll-free support.
Step-Up Features
- Series 7: Internal flash memory (1GB) with pre-loaded interactive content such as cooking recipes, children's entertainment, HD artwork and more; Integrated woofer for an enhanced audio experience; DLNA-Compatible: for better interopability with electronics, computers and mobile devices from many different manufacturers (Learn more)
- Series 8: super-slim 1.9-inch thick profile
Learn More
Touch of Color
 | Samsung’s Series 6 marks the first appearance of TOC (Touch of Color) design in the 2008 LCD HDTV line-up. Inspired by designs from the automotive and fashion industries, Samsung’s unique unique Transparent and Opaque Color molding process creates a clean, smooth finish infused with a hint of a translucent color during the manufacturing process for an ultra-sleek appearance. |  |
InfoLink
 | Up-to-the-minute access to weather, news, sports and stock information is just a cable and a click away through the HDTV’s Ethernet port and new InfoLink RSS service. An all-new user interface with digital contents management guide provides intuitive navigation and access to both internal and external content. |
Auto Motion Plus 120Hz
 | This technology doubles the frame rate from 60 to 120 frames per second (120Hz LCD panel) without repeating the same image to make more frames. Instead, the TV intelligently calculates the ‘middle’ image between frame A and frame B and inserts it in between (Auto Motion Plus 120Hz processor), making a fluid transition from one frame to the next. |  |
Super Clear Panel
 | Samsung enhances the clarity of select LCD HDTVs by replacing the light-diffusing plastic face of traditional LCD HDTVs with a natural black panel with a clear anti-glare shield. Reduced reflection of external light creates a new dimension in image clarity, highlighting black and darkened areas, enabling vibrant, more compelling colors and a brighter, clearer picture. Black will never again appear grayish. Black details will show in vivid black even in dark scenes. The latest version of Samsung’s breakthrough super clear panel technology makes colors appear more vibrant and blacks even deeper than ever. Enhanced films reduce glare and optimize off-angle viewing. |  |
50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio/500 nit Brightness
 | 50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio will give you a picture better than you ever thought possible, with whiter whites, blacker blacks and a nearly infinite subtlety of gradations in between. As two of the most important determining factors in overall picture quality, contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this latest generation LCD panel. Samsung’s new LCD TV’s give the most stunning realistic picture quality ever. |
Full HD 1080P
 | Full HD, or 1080p, contains 1.5 times more scanning lines than conventional HD TVs. More scanning lines mean more pixels, more details and a better picture. The new Samsung LCD TV with resolution that is approximately 2 times greater than conventional HDTVs, creating the most perfect picture imaginable. Samsung’s 1080p panel uses a new high-speed liquid crystal to cut response time to 4ms. The fast response time, coupled with Samsung’s Auto Motion Plus 120Hz motion blur reduction technology dramatically reduces motion blur and judder. |  |
Digital Natural Image Engine
 | DNIe™ The Samsung Digital Natural Image engine. This exclusive Samsung technology dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, white balance and reduces. |  |
Wide Color Enhancer/Cold Cathode Flourescent Lamp
| The NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) has established the color standards all TVs in America try to meet. And typical LCD TVs only meet about 72% of this standard. Samsung LCD HDTVs use Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp backlights to give you 92% coverage of the NTSC standard, ensuring truer, more breathlessly vivid colors. Samsung’s exclusive Wide Color Enhancer technology delivers more brilliant colors, even in bright areas of the picture where blues and greens are washed out on conventional screens. The system displays wider color reproduction, showing you truer colors – the fresh green of spring foliage, the intense blue of the summer sky. | |||
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Connectivity
 | To make the Series 6 a true entertainment hub for any home, Samsung has incorporated advanced HD connectivity and networking capabilities that expand the HDTV’s functionality. A wide variety of multimedia devices can be connected to the set through any one of the four Simplay compliant HDMI 1.3 inputs (including one on the side), and the handy HDMICEC feature lets you control all your CEC-enabled peripherals using just one remote. Connect HD digital devices like disc players, game consoles, and satellite dish components into the 2 rear connections and use the side-mounted input for cameras, camcorders, and laptops. HDMI is the best performing interface for displaying an HD source on an HDTV. Once connected, users can easily access device menus and manage and display content through the newly redesigned Wheel Key Remote control and the HDTV’s sophisticated content management interface. All Connections
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Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)
  | You already know something about digital living. There’s the TV and digital video recorder in your family room. (And another set in your bedroom.) You have a PC and digital printer in your office, along with a network attached storage device. And you’ve copied all your music onto your portable music player and haven’t had to open a CD case for years. But getting them to talk to each other can be pretty tough. Why is it still so difficult to send digital content from one device to another? Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a collaboration of the world’s leading consumer electronics, PC and mobile companies that has created design guidelines for a new generation of products that can work together — no matter the brand. Think for a moment about all of the photos "locked away" on your home PC that you wish you could access while entertaining your friends and family. Now, thanks to DLNA enabled devices, a DLNA-enabled PC can be accessed from the comfort of your living room or family room via a DLNA-enabled HDTV, where you can enjoy your memories with friends and family, without having to deal with the hassle and non-intuitive "PCexperience". Or, say you recently downloaded your daughter’s birthday party video from your digital camcorder to your PC. Now you want to share it with your parents who are visiting. Without DLNA, you probably have to burn a DVD of the video or hook up the camcorder to the TV. With DLNA, you can just use your TV’s remote to call up the video on your TV. That’s it. |
Super Patterned Vertical Alignment
 | Samsung’s Super Patterned Vertical Alignment (SPVA) panel provides a 178-degree viewing angle from all four axes |
Audio Features
TruSurround is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers and headphones. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats up to 5.1 channels. High-quality virtual surround sound can be experienced with just the two hidden, downward-firing side-mounted 2.2-channel dome speakers built into the TV.SRS TruSurround XT technology delivers an amazing, simulated 3D effect with clear dialog and powerful bass.
TruSurround XT audio also adds three audio enhancement technologies to produce an amazingly immersive sound experience.
- Dialog Clarity brings movie dialog into Focus during the playback of any surround-encoded material to make speech much clearer and crisper.
- TruBass creates incredible deep rich bass allowing a person to perceive significantly deeper, richer low bass tones that are far beyond the physical low frequency capabilities of the speaker itself.
- The SRS WOW feature widens the soundstage by processing standard two-channel stereo material as well as multi-channel encoded material for a dramatic improvement in the playback of any stereo audio over a two-speaker system.
Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?
 | With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get.
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Customer Reviews
Reset issue fixed with a simple firmware update
First of all, Amazon's white glove delivery service was great. I was a little hesitant about buying a TV of this size online but now that I've gone through the process I would do it again in a heart beat.
For those of you who have been following the news on the A650s, the reset issue has been fixed with the latest firmware. Chances are you will have to upgrade the firmware yourself when the TV arrives but it is pretty simple procedure using a USB thumb drive and Samsung provides step by step instructions with photos if you need them.
I've had my TV for about four days now and I'm still completely blown away by clarity, detail and colors this set produces. The LN40A650 has three HDMI inputs on the back, and one HDMI input on left side which made my devices incredibly easy to hook up. I then watched Ratatouille followed by Apocalypto, both on Blu-ray - great movies to show off your new set.
The 40" is the only model in the 6 series that has a fan built into the screen. Some people may be put off because of this but the good news is that this fan is completely inaudible. This weekend we had 90 degree Santa Ana winds here in California and even with out any air conditioning, I still couldn't hear the fan.
When I first saw the Touch of Color online I was indifferent. I don't really care for the color red but now that I have the set, it's slowly growing on me. All of the stock Samsung photos show a vibrant red but with my 40A650 in the living room it has the perfect amount of color. It's not strong enough to steal my focus away while watching TV but at the same time it looks great when the TV is shut off. I believe the rest of the colors have been announced so if red isn't your thing then it's just a matter of time.
The glossy piano black of the A650s does cause reflections at times but I don't consider it to be a deal breaker. It's easier to notice the reflections during the day but I still experimented with light placement so that lamp reflections were not visible at night. Most of the time I only notice the reflections when I'm actively looking for them and it has never interfered with my viewing experience but it's something to consider.
While you're not going to get any realistic surround sound out of the built in speakers, they do come with a little power if needed. I'll be upgrading to a 5.1 system pretty soon and the built in speakers are more than enough to hold me over. If you're not planning on using anything but the built in speakers then the 7 series television might interest you with it's built in subwoofer.
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Overall I'm extremely pleased with the LN40A650 and my purchase experience through Amazon
QUICK UPDATE: September 30th 2008. No problems to report. It has now been 5 1/2 months and I still love this TV.
Perfect Price. Perfect Picture.
There are four parts to this review, all useful if you plan on buying, or own this LCD, first part is simply Pros and Cons, the second is a full review, and the third part is to explain some complex features in this LCD, and what they should be set at. The last part is my LCDs settings for optimum picture when connected to the PS3.
*PART 1 PROS and CONS*
Pros: Amazing picture quality that matches its specs. Excellent Design (including the Red touch of color). A lot of picture options.
Cons: The quantity and complexity of picture options can be overwhelming. Remote wheel is useless.
*PART 2 FULL REVIEW*
I was a little worried about Amazon's shipping at first, but they managed to get this LCD to me in less than 5 days without damaging this fine piece of machinery. Now that I've had this LCD for a week, I thought I'd put in my few cents about all of its amazing, yet overwhelming features...
Aesthetically its slick glossy black exterior is well designed and sturdy. The Red Touch of Color is subtle when your actually watching the LCD, yet distinctive when the LCD off. The swivel stand isn't rickety or wobbly, it works perfectly. The exterior buttons aren't really buttons per say, they are smooth touch sensitive spots on the side panel. The plentiful amount of inputs are conveniently located. This model also includes a cable management strap on the back. Smart design overall.
You've read the impressive specs, the picture on this bad boy is just as impressive. Blacks are dark, whites are bright, and colors are ... well colorful!
Now I'd like to point out this LCD features a TON of options. This is both a blessing and a CURSE. Most features are inaccessible for one reason or another, making calibration a brain busting headache. Hours of my own tinkering has finally resulted in perfect color settings, without washing out the picture, losing precious pixels of color.
The sound is impressive for an internal sound system. Comparing it to even the cheapest of 5.1 setups though, make this LCD's tunes seem puny and weak.
The remote is sleek and well built, but takes some getting used to. The iPod inspired wheel should have never been implemented into this remotes design. Seeing as how you can navigate the menu much easier with button presses instead.
The Wise-Link feature works just as advertised. I connected my iPod with its standard USB connecting cable, it was immediately recognized, and started seamlessly playing back my music. The menu was slick, it loaded and displayed album artwork for each of my songs, but the menu can be laggy or slow at times. Still a cool feature none the less.
As listed this TV can connect to the internet for updated stock info, weather and other useful info. Samsung innovation at its best.
On a side note, you may have to update this LCD if you plan on using a BluRay player or PS3. The link to Samsung's firmware update can be found on Amazon's product info page, or do a Google search or something if your still puzzled.
Minor quarks aside, this is an excellent LCD, and Amazon's price makes this LCD drool worthy. Awesome specs with a picture that matches. Seriously, why haven't you bought this yet?! (My regards to those unable to buy this LCD if it's out of stock, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of visual need.)
*PART 3 COMPLEX SETTINGS*
-Input Names: When PC is selected as the source for HDMI2/DVI, some settings become greyed out. PC Input must be selected in HDMI2/DVI for optimal viewing of text, otherwise you'll get color spots in some text. All other settings give you more options.
-Preset Picture Modes: The only real difference between each mode is that Dynamic mode is the only mode that lets you enable DNIe, Movie mode is the only mode that lets you enable xvYCC, and Standard mode doesn't let you enable either or. Movie is my recommendation because xvYCC is an excellent feature, DNIe isn't all that it's cracked up to be. (An explanation of both can be found later)
-Backlight: This setting varies for me, I like looking at 5 when surfing the web, but 7 makes colors really pop during movies and games. Your Choice on this one.
-Black Adjust/Dynamic Contrast: Set both of these to OFF if you want a full color palate. Otherwise Black Adjust darkens really dark shades of color, while Dynamic Contrast whitens really light colors. Both lead to a loss in overall color. (Turning them both on HIGH is equivalent to enabling Dynamic mode.
-Color Space: To obtain a wider color range leading to richer colors, set this to NATIVE. The difference should be noticeable.
-Edge Enhancement: When displaying full 1080p content, this setting should be OFF. What this does is add tiny white lines around certain edges in the picture, which actually leads to a loss in overall color. (This setting is automatically turned on during Dynamic mode)
-XVYCC: The Holy Grail of color ranges, this should be set to ON. Movies that are filmed in xvYCC, then played through a device capable of outputting xvYCC (PS3), will lead to an increase in color bit rates, thus decreasing ugly "Color Bands" ruining films and games. (Make sure your PS3 BD/DVD output is set at "Y PB/CB Pr/Cr" to take advantage of this.)
-Color Tone: This setting while add blue or red to anything white. You want your picture to be Blueish? Reddish? or Normal? This option is pure preference.
-Size: Basically "Picture Size", choose "Just Scan" if your device outputs Full 1080p (PS3), PC mode chooses 16:9 for you. Play with this setting if your picture is being cropped.
-Digital NR(Noise Reduction): Setting this to ON, reduces fuzziness during dark scenes.
-DNIe: Samsung's "Digital Natural Image engine", is equivalent to setting Black Adjust and Dynamic Contrast to HIGH, which if you remember, I do not recommend.
-HDMI Black Level: Set this to Normal, when set to low, it darkens the overall image, canceling out some colors. When enabled some dark movies become impossible to see.(ie Batman Begins)
-Film Mode: This setting adjusts and enhances the video signal to ensure optimum picture quality.
-Blue Only Mode: This advanced color calibration tool is a setting used to calibrate hue and tint levels, similar to using blue tinted glasses with those optimizer DVDs.(THX Optimizer, Digital Video Essentials, etc)
-Auto Motion Plus 120HZ: This setting is pure preference. Because most DVD's and video are around 30fps, the upscaling process between the DVD player and this LCD, may make human movement seem rushed. In my opinion DVD movies on the PS3 look much better with 120hz OFF. BluRay movies on the other hand, look fantastic with the extra frames being processed. Games, especially racing ones, look better upscaled to 120hz. Play with this setting and figure out which you like best for each media type.
*PART 4 MY SETTINGS FOR PS3 INPUT*
As promised here are my picture settings, which will provide the richest colors without sacrificing any color.
-INPUT PORT: HDMI-1
-INPUT NAME: Blu-Ray
-MODE: MOVIE
-BACKLIGHT: 5 > 7
-CONTRAST: 100
-BRIGHTNESS: 45
-SHARPNESS: 0
-COLOR: 55
-TINT: 50/50
-BLACK ADJUST: OFF
-DYNAMIC CONTRAST: OFF
-GAMMA: 0
-COLOR SPACE: NATIVE
-WHITE BALANCE: 25 ALL
-FLESH TONE: 0
-EDGE ENHANCEMENT: OFF
-XVYCC: ON
-COLOR TONE: NORMAL
-SIZE: JUST SCAN
-DIGITAL NR: HIGH
-DNIE: OFF
-HDMI BLACK LEVEL: NORMAL
-FILM MODE: OFF
-BLUE ONLY MODE: OFF
-AUTO MOTION PLUS 120HZ: OFF > HIGH
So there you have it! Great picture without compromising key colors. I'm disappointed in Samsung for adding some ridiculous picture options, but then again its all about preference, so mess around and set what YOU think looks best. Again this is an excellent LCD, why are you still reading this!? (Again my regards to those unable to buy this LCD if it's out of stock, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of visual need.)
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I love this tv!
I did a lot of research before deciding on this Samsung. I wanted 1080p with Auto Motion Plus 120Hz, and I wanted at least a 40 inch screen. After spending about 30 or 40 hours comparing this model with comparable models, I bought this on Amazon and I have been absolutely thrilled! The picture was beautiful right out of the box, and the HD signals from my DirecTV satellite are transformed into the clearest, sharpest images I have ever seen on a television. We can't wait for the prices on Blu Ray players to drop so that we can start watching all our movies in high definition! The sound from the speakers is fine, but you will need external speakers and a receiver (or an HTIB) to get the best audio experience. For people who have lots of A/V sources, this tv has four HDMI inputs, so you aren't going to run out of inputs anytime soon. In fact, I only use one HDMI cable from my Yamaha RX-V663BL 665 Watt 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver.
The "Touch of Color" feature wasn't a factor in my purchase, but it looks terrific in our living room and matches our color scheme very nicely. I was a bit wary about buying a television online, but Amazon made the transaction super smooth - delivery was super fast and FREE. Overall, I felt this model offered terrific value and performance, and I have been completely satisfied. If you are viewing from a distance of 10 feet or more, get the 46 inch or larger.
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