HDTV Reviews

Samsung has unveiled three new LCD displays. Two of the new LCD displays are catered towards the commercial and business markets. The new SyncMaster 740BX and 940BX are 17” and 19” LCD monitors, respectively. The 740BX and 940BX are virtually identical with the exception of size. Specifications of the 740BX and 940BX include a 1000:1 contrast ratio, 5ms response time and 1280×1024 resolution. Both monitors have 15pin D-sub and DVI connections.

A height adjustable pivot and swivel capable stand is used on the 740BX and 940BX, though it doesn’t support rotating features. The LCD is also compatible with VESA 75mm wall mounts too.

In addition to the SyncMaster 740BX and 940BX announcements Samsung also has a new 21” LCD monitor. The new 215TW sports a 1680×1050 resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio and 8ms response time. Multiple video inputs are supported such as DVI, 15pin D-sub, S-video, composite and component video inputs. Picture-In-Picture and Picture-By-Picture are also supported by the 215TW, allowing users to view two video sources at the same time. The 215TW is also HDTV-ready too, though it doesn’t say if it is HDCP compliant.

The Samsung 32R74 striking, seamless design and ultra-slim dimensions give the screen an eye-catching elegance not usually afforded at this price. And with high-definition compatibility, an integrated digital tuner and Samsung’s advanced DNIe picture processing the feature count outnumbers its low-cost competitors.
There is of course the high quality HDMI port for the full quality digital signal as well as a VGA input for computer or media player connection

You may have to work you way through the vast amount of menu’s and tone down the exaggerated color settings to reach the best settings, but it’s well work the time as you can obtain a great picture.

Samsung’s 32R74 is an undeniable bargain that’s better looking with more features and superior performance than most screens at this price. Read more

The Samsung HP-S4253 with a resolution of 1,024 x 768 pixels and the power of a 13-bit processing engine make for a clear and bright display. A 10,000:1 contrast ratio, among the highest in the HDTV industry, also deserves much of the credit for this unit’s excellent picture quality.
In the increasingly crowded HDTV market, Samsung has stepped up with what it is calling Gen-5 Plasma Technology. The HP-S4253, a 42-inch plasma TV, is among the first to offer these latest improvements to picture quality, and the model’s many features make it convenient to use as well as fun to watch.

Samsung’s Gen-5 HD Plasma TV offers the latest video technology at a competitive price. Beyond image quality, features like split-screen and picture-in-picture make the HP-S4253 easy to recommend.

One Line: Samsung’s HP-S4253 offers the latest HDTV technology at a competitive price. Read more

Samsung HL-S6186W Review: 61-inch DLP HDTVSamsung has included some impressive big-ticket features, most significantly twin-tuner circuitry. An analog NTSC tuner and an integrated ATSC tuner that handles high-definition signals let you watch a split screen and even freeze one half while you continue watching the other.

There’s also a USB 1.1 connection, a slower, older standard compared to 2.0. This will make it easy to connect up digital cameras and other media. This Samsung runs quietly, which is notable because projection models have not generally been known for their lack of noise. The overall picture display is enhanced by a 3-D Y/C digital comb filter, which seeks to eliminate dots and rainbow effects.
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The LA40R71B aunched last month and the brainchild of its Imagine campaign, Samsung’s R7 series LCD TVs are in league of their own among their Korean peers. Decked in enveloping gloss finish and clean lines, the series presents a distinctively polished design expected of premium brand names the likes of Bang and Olufsen and Loewe. We taken a closer look at the LA40R71B beyond its pretty face to ascertain its worth at an extravagant S$8,099 (US$5,125.30) price tag.

The LA40R71B is an absolute stunner that ranks high in wife acceptance factor but comes second-rated for value. Its aesthetic extravagance is a groundbreaking initiative yet risky gamble undertaken by Samsung in its ongoing campaign to woo consumers’ dollars. Will the increasingly affluent but price-sensitive Asian be convinced to part his dough for fancy facade? Perhaps we will get a hint in the R7s’ successors.
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Samsung LN-S4692D 46″ LCD screen: A TV with style and substance, this LCD has a thin form along with a clear, hi-def picture. To optimize your viewing, it offers a wide 178° viewing angle, which allows you to see the picture clearly no matter where you sit in the room. The 5000:1 contrast ratio adds depth to very light and dark images, so the picture never looks dull.

HDTV with built-in tuner: The hi-def screen (720p) delivers amazing clarity when you watch HD programming. The built-in HD (ATSC) tuner means you won’t have to pay for an additional tuner component to enjoy HDTV.

SRS TruSurround XT: A great picture needs great sound to go with it. This TV offers 5.1-channel surround sound via a two-speaker system to make your home feel like a true theater.

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Samsung’s breakthrough TX-S3082WH 30″ SlimFit HDTV is 30 percent slimmer than a conventional CRT TV. The Nano Pigment Screen produces deeper colors, higher contrasts and a wider range of color expression, providing a more vibrant picture than current CRT TVs. The side speakers offer wide-screen design impact that takes advantage of the 16:9 aspect ratio. The silver bezel provides a cohesive look for the front of the set, creating a unity of style that is elegant and modern.

The built-in HDTV tuner (ATSC/NTSC) lets users access digital broadcasts, while progressive scan and 3:2 pull down deliver a crisp, flicker-free picture. The TX-S3082WH offers two HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) digital connections so users can enjoy both digital picture and sound. Two auto sensing HD/DVD component video inputs allow for true HD resolution from HD peripherals, and SRS audio technology combines with the 20-watt built-in speakers to provide robust sound quality.

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Samsung’s sleek 57″ LCD leads the industry in realistic home entertainment. With its 4000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, over six million pixel resolution, Cold Cathode Flurorescent Lamp, S-PVA Panel and 10-bit processor with 12.8 billion colors, the LN-S5797D delivers a picture of startling clarity that rivals real life.

4000:1 Dynamic Contrast

While viewing either very bright or very dark scenes, it can be difficult to distinguish main images which blend into the background. Dynamic Contrast dramatically mitigates this problem by adjusting the backlight intensity, providing up to a 4X improvement in contrast.

Wider Viewing Angles (S-PVA)

Left side, right side or upside-down, whatever your LCD TV’s location, Samsung’s new innovative S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) solution allows you to see any display clearly due to the 178° wide-viewing angle. Horizontally and vertically, your LCD TV will always be well placed to enjoy the entertainment no matter what your angle of view is.

SRS TruSurround XT

Samsung LCD TVs are equipped with the best that technology can offer in sound quality. Even when viewing regular broadcasts, our 2 speaker surround sound makes you feel as if the theatre has been brought to your living room.

DNIeâ„¢

Samsung’s revolutionary DNleâ„¢ technology offers digital perfection in naturally presented, Read more

Samsung’s 46″ Wide HDTV with Integrated DCR Tuner
Samsung’s sleek 46″ LCD leads the industry in realistic home entertainment. With its 7000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, over two million pixel resolution, Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp. S-PVA Panel, and 10-bit processor with 12.8 billion colors, the LN-S4696D delivers a picture of startling clarity that rivals real life.

7000:1 Dynamic Contrast

While viewing either very bright or very dark scenes, it can be difficult to distinguish main images which blend into the background. Dynamic Contrast dramatically mitigates this problem by adjusting the backlight intensity, providing up to a 7X improvement in contrast.

Wider Viewing Angles (S-PVA)

Left side, right side or upside-down, whatever your LCD TV’s location, Samsung’s new innovative S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) solution allows you to see any display clearly due to the 178° wide-viewing angle. Horizontally and vertically, your LCD TV will always be well placed to enjoy the entertainment no matter what your angle of view is. Read more

Samsung showed off some new TVs for the summer slump.
We got a peek at ‘em, including their LN-S4696D, LN-S4096D, and LN-S3296D (priced at $4,000, $3,300, and $2,200), the 46, 40, and 32-inch versions of their 96 series of LCDs.
The 40 and 46-inch models are 1080p sets, but all include USB 1.1 and FireWire connections, and a 6000:1 contrast ratio. Also introduced were their new 32-inch LN-S3251D, and 26-inch LN-S2652D and LN-S2651D LCDs, all with integrated ATSC, as well as their 67-inch HL-S6767W and 61-inch HL-S6165W 1080p DLP HDTVs.