Samsung LN26A450 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV
Enjoy the clarity of HD in a stunningly modern design with a unique bezel and frame to suit your decor. True 720p resolution offers amazing LCD image detail, complemented by a 5,000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio for vivid colors and bold blacks. Three HDMI inputs let you connect quickly and easily to your peripherals. Call up a variety of menu options and preferences via a smart user interface. Speaking of smart, the intelligently hidden speakers ensure a sleek, clean look that fits in almost any surroundings. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two speakers playback system, including internal television speakers and headphones. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats up to 5.1 channels Stereo broadcast reception, (MTS & SAP) with 181-channel capacity. Hidden bottom speakers with 5 Watts x 2 audio power SRS TruSurround XT - TruSurround is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers V-Chip system 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 HDMI-CEC allows peripheral devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by TV remote control Channel coverage - VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, and CATV 1-125 (up to 181 pre-selected channels) Antenna - CATV/VHF/UFH 75-ohm, F-type Connections - 3 HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface (2 rear, 1 side), 2 Rear Component (Y/Pb/Pr), Rear RF Input, Side S-video input, Composite AV (Rear, Side), Side Headphone, Rear PC D-sub, and Side HDMI-CEC Dimensions - Width 26.4 x Height 17.7 x Depth 3.5 / 26.4 x 19.7 x 8.5 with stand Weight - 18.3 pounds / 21.4 pounds with stand
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Samsung LN26A450 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV Reviews
I also had a 24" Samsung computer monitor fail this year (SyncMaster 244T). But, deviate ever so slightly vertically and the picture will appear to change (lighten and darken). If you intend on looking at this TV exactly at eye level then it may work for you. I own Samsung's prior model, the 26" Samsung LN-T2653H and it's GREAT: the image quality appears the SAME when viewed from any viewing angle. Not good if you watch the TV on the sofa or in a bed and then stand up and expect the image to look the same.
It's really a shame that Samsung released such an inferior product as an "update." BTW, I also have a 32" Samsung TV (LN-T3253H) and the TV died within a year (it's being repaired tomorrow). Maybe I've just been unlucky with a few lame Samsung products. The sound on the LN26A450 is adequate but, without question, the LN-T2653H's audio is much cleaner and more robust. The verticle viewing angle is miserable a deal breaker. On the other hand, customer service with Samsung has been a stellar experience.
Unfortunately, the LN-T2653H is much more difficult to find now so I bought the LN26A450 for my girlfriend, but it's going back.
The TV will not tilt on the stand, so I had to put the folded up Quick Setup manual under the back of the stand to tilt it forward. The best use of the Quick Setup is to put under the TV stand to tilt it. This TV also has very good multiple alarm options which make it great in a bedroom for waking you up to your favorite TV station.
Be SURE to screw the stand into the base of the TV with the 4 included screws. It hurt. I have read complaints about the sound, but the sound is much better than I have ever heard from build in TV speakers. Of course it will not compare to a receiver with surround speakers, but for small TV speakers, the sound is excellent.
I assumed it would snap in, and it fell out right on my foot. This can be a drawback in a bedroom where the TV is higher than the bed. The useless "Quick Setup" instructions say nothing about the stand. I then turned the brightness up to 85 while leaving the lamp on only 5 because the room is generally dark. No kidding. This TV has a great picture and crisp sound.
It is installed easily with a USB thumb drive. My TV required the new firmware ROM flash to program channels properly. This gives a good picture from the level of the bed, but the picture is washed out when I stand up. Note that the TV has only one RF input, so if you have cable without a box, you cannot easily connect a regular antenna. Because it is LCD, the brightness drops quickly when the viewing angle is lower than the level of the TV.
We're not into huge TVs that take up an entire room, we found 26 inches to be the perfect size. We purchased this Samsung for our bedroom and couldn't be happier. We have Verizon FIOS, and unlike our 22 inch Samsung, we've had no problems with the HDMI connector on this set with the connection to our Verizon Set Top Box. This is obviously a personal preference, but it works well for us. The picture is as good as it gets. We bought it from Amazon at a very competitive price.
Overall, this TV is fantastic and we're so glad we decided on a Samsung. If you want surround sound, there are plenty of connectors so you can easily attach an inexpensive Samsung Home Theater [or any other brand] to the TV in only a few minutes. We've been watching the Olympics for the past two weeks and we've been amazed by the quality of the video. We're also very pleased with the size of the screen. The audio is on par with other 26 inch LCD HD TVs.
Althought I haven't watched this TV yet, I have other Samsungs TV's and love every one of them and everything about them.
Like most of the other reviewers, the weak speakers are my only minor complaint after a little more than a month of use. For the size, price, and quality, this TV is perfect. It's the perfect size for my bedroom now, and for my dorm room in a few weeks. The picture quality is amazing when being used with my 360 or with DVDs. This is an awesome TV for my uses.
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