Samsung LN22A450 LCD HDTV

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Technical Details

• 720p HD Resolution
• Wide Color Enhancer
• 1 HDMI Input
• 8 ms response time

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Enjoy the clarity of HD, in a stunningly modern design. True 720p resolution offers amazing LCD image detail, complemented by a 3,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for vivid colors and bold blacks. An HDMI input lets you connect quickly and easily to your peripherals. Call up a variety of menu options and preferences – right on the 22-inch screen – via a smart user interface. Speaking of smart, the intelligently hidden speakers ensure a sleek, clean look that fits in almost any surroundings.

Features Overview

• 8ms response time
• 3,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio.
• V-Chip system.
• Hidden bottom speakers.
  
• Energy Star compliant.
• HD-Grade pixel resolution: High resolution pixel density with built-in image scaler to handle inputs from a variety of digital and analog audio/video sources.
  
• CCFL - Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp: Provides colors in your picture that were not available before.
• Build-in digital tuner: (ATSC/Clear QAM)
  
• Entertainment mode: allows customized picture settings, optimized for different content (e.g., sports, movies, gaming)
  
• SRS TruSurround XT: 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
  
• Variable sleep timer: to turn the TV off in varying time intervals.
  
• Warranty: 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.

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Fast 8ms response time

One of the most important features for an LCD panel is the pixel response time. Response time refers to how long it takes pixels to turn from completely white to black and back again - the lower the milliseconds (ms), the faster the response time is. A fast 8 ms response time virtually eliminates any blurring and gives you smooth-motion action scenes.

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3,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio

Contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this LCD TV. Get a more realistic, sharper picture quality that’s sure to catch your eye.

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V-Chip system

Watching TV with your family is now a worry-free experience. Easily block objectionable content in rated TV and movie programs with the V-Chip system.

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Energy Star compliant

By being ENERGY STAR compliant you are assured that your SAMSUNG model is helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy promoting energy efficiency.

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Hidden bottom speakers

Less is more. Just because you can’t see the stylishly concealed speakers doesn’t mean you won’t hear the unbelievably clear sound radiating from them.

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. Minimum size= Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

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Connections

• 1 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) rear
  
• Component video: 1(Y, Pb, Pr)
  
• Composite inputs: rear
  
• S-Video Input: rear
  
• RF antenna input: rear
  
• Headphone jack: rear
  
• PC D-sub: rear

Product Description

Watch as stunning, realistic images brighten this 22" LCD widescreen TV. It's the ideal combination of a sleek, modern design with the latest in high-definition technology. Truly amazing details, complemented by a 3,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio plus vivid colors and bold blacks. The stylish Samsung LN22A450 is the total package with concealed speakers that radiate crisp, clear sound.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
Nice tv for small rooms!, July 29, 2008
I purchased the Samsung LN22A450 after considering many other models in the Samsung lineup (the 19" version of this set as well as the 6 series version). I found that the 19" was still a bit too small for my liking, and the 6 series did not have enough improvements over this model to warrant the $90 increase in cost (the LN22A650 was on sale at a local store for $550). I ended up buying this television for $460 from amazon, and I am very happy with my decision. The tv is a perfect size for my small bedroom, and the picture quality is superior to many other brands that I have seen.

Pros:
-Built in digital tuner can be used to receive FREE HD channels via OTA broadcasts when connected to an antenna (almost all hdtv's have this, but it's an important feature to note if you don't want to pay for cable)
-PC input (VGA) can be used to connect a laptop for viewing streaming or downloaded internet content
-Picture quality (free HD channels are amazing, and upconverted DVDs are also great)
-Aesthetics of the tv set itself (it looks pretty slick when paired up with a matching upconverting dvd player, the

Cons:
-Only 1 HDMI input
-VGA instead of DVI input for PC
-SRS "surround sound" is disappointing; I just keep it turned off and turn up the volume

Despite the few complaints, I still give this product 5 stars, because samsung seems to have gotten all the more important details right with this tv. You can't really expect to get impressive sound from hidden speakers that are pointed downwards, though the quality is good enough for a small room. Highly recommended!

A bit more expected from this, September 17, 2008
I'll preface by saying I'm not a serious A/V person, I'm not up to speed on the latest and greatest technology - just a layman. My old CRT TV died, and I needed a new one. Wanted LCD for the lower power consumption and since nearly all of them are HD ready I wanted that too. From what I read, Samsung has the best LCD panels out there. The image on this one is extremely good, though in my opinion I wouldn't say excellent. At times it seems to blur momentarily. Colors are well represented. The features of the TV are nice, not much more than you'd find with older CRT though. This unit is very light weight and easily mounted to a wall. It doesn't get hot when on, which is nice. The remote is weird in its layout of the buttons. I guess it's a subjective thing, but the channel and volume up/down buttons are at the bottom of the remote, not the top and that's really annoying to me. Good thing I was able to get a universal to use with my cable box and DVD player. While I would otherwise give it a five star rating I will have to agree with many others about my one real gripe. The sound. The speakers are buried UNDER the TV, and point down. I have mine in a small bedroom, I don't have delusions of using this TV for a home theater but for four hundred bucks they could have put some better speakers on this thing. While the speakers are loud enough, they just don't sound all that great most of the time.


Great little tv, August 7, 2008
I agonized over this purchase since there were such mixed reviews. This tv is wonderful. It works perfectly and has a good picture. I don't know what people find wrong with the sound. I guess I don't have discerning ears.