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LN52B550

The Samsung LN52B550 television is an exceptional LCD high definition television set. Enhanced picture and sound bring television shows and movies to life. This set also enhances game play and can be hooked up to most modern digital data devices like DVR/TIVO, gaming consoles, and satellite television systems. Samsung has used a high contrast ratio and Wide Color Enhancer 2 for a clear, vivid and realistic picture. Touch Of Color design makes the 52b550 an exceptionally beautiful set to have in any home theater setting.

The LN52B550 HDTV flat panel has a 70,000 to 1 contrast ratio to liven up the dark and light areas of pictures that once took away from the picture rather than enhanced it. There is a 6 millisecond pixel refresh rate that helps colors stay true and to eliminate much of the blur that comes with older television sets. Clean lines and less blur make for exceptional sporting events viewing and game play that is second to none.

This set has 1080p pixel resolution and wide screen aspect ratio for clear, realistic viewing from most digital media sources. Anynet switches between television and all features with the touch of a button.

Samsung's LN52B550 can be connected to digital devices and media in a variety of different ways. This set has 4 HDMI inputs, 1 USB 2.0 input, a PC input in the rear, 1 optical sound output, 2 component video and 2 composite inputs as well. This HDTV flat panel set has a built in digital tuner if user wishes to use antenna to get television stations, and SRS TruSurround with 2 ten watt speakers for exceptional sound quality. Those who play games through a console will love the game mode which enhances all aspects of game play in graphic rich games. There is a one year warranty on labor and parts with this set – 90 days for commercially used sets and this set is also Energy Star compliant.

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LN52B550 Specifications

Weight: 63.3 pounds (w/stand)
Dimensions: 3.1 x 49.5 x 31.4 (w/o stand)
1080p: Yes
120Hz refresh rate: No (60Hz)
Built-in digital tuner: Yes
Dynamic contrast ratio: 70,000:1
Pixel response time: 6ms
SRS TruSurround HD: Yes
Wide Color Enhancer: Yes
USB: Yes
Game mode: Yes
Picture-In-Picture: No
Ethernet: No
Speakers: 2 (10W each)
Connections: 4 HDMI, 2 Component, 1 Composite video inputs
Warranty: 1 year on parts & labor

LN52B550 Reviews

The Panasonic died after 5 years, and I hated it from the moment we bought it. This Samsung is so much better a TV. The quality of the picture is outstanding and the color also. I, like Rob, cannot compare the sound because we also are connected to a surround sound system. We shopped for about six months also before buying this one, and in the stores with different brands side by side, the only other TV that came anywhere close to the Samsung's picture was the Sony Bravia. According to Consumer Reports, the Samsung is the one to buy...the Sony was second on the list, so we went with the Samsung.

Karen (Houston, TX)...Source: Amazon.com, April 2009

Just wanted to comment on the sound for this TV because that seems to be the weak point in so many of the Samsung LCD reviews. I think the sound quality is just fine. This model does not have the built-in subwoofer available with the 700 series, but the sound is still quite adequate. I'm sure that any type of enhanced audio system will greatly improve the sound, but don't be too concerned about what the TV itself provides. I was expecting the sound to be tinny, weak, etc. but I don't find that to be the case at all.

Freedom First...Source: Amazon.com, June 2009

Other common short names for Samsung LN52B550 include, LN-52B550, 52B550 and LN 52B550