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Samsung LN32A550 Review: 32” LCD Flat-Panel TV

Up for review: Samsung LN32A550.  With 1080p resolution, the Samsung LN32A550 is capable of displaying high definition movies or games at their best possible picture. High definition sources look spectacular on the LN32A550, but thanks to the Samsung new model’s powerful image processing, even standard-definition sources look impressive too. Dark scenes often look washed-out on LCD’s especially in dim lights, but the Wide Color Enhancer optimizer of the LN32A550 helps by improving the contrast and black level performance of the LCD flat-panel TV. As a result, you can view a wide array of high impact contrast color images.

Priced around $949.99, the new Samsung LN32A550 has many high-end features which are found in expensive high definition television brands. It has Samsung’s proprietary innovative DNIe circuitry, CCFL and Wide color enhancer to produce enhanced detail image quality without any visual artifacts. The whopping 15,000:1 contrast ratio ensures stunning image quality. The WiseLink USB 2.0 port offers a quick connection with digital camera or other USB device.

Samsung LN32A550 Features and Specifications Review:

TV Type LCD Flat-Panel
Screen Size 32″
Display Type Flat-panel LCD
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Screen Refresh Rate 60Hz
Digital Cable Ready No
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
Vertical Resolution 1080p
Contrast Ratio 15,000:1 (dynamic)
Media Card Slot No
USB Slot Yes
HDMI Inputs 3
S-Video Inputs 1
Component Video Inputs 2
Composite Inputs 2
PC Inputs 1
RF Antenna Input 2
Headphone Jacks Yes
Watts/Channel 10
Speakers 2
Speaker Location Bottom
Simulated Surround Yes
V-Chip Yes
Sleep/Alarm Timer Sleep timer, yes; alarm, no
ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
Product Height 22-3/5″ with stand (20-1/4″ without)
Product Width 31-4/7″
Product Weight 28.9 lbs. with stand (24 lbs. without)
Product Depth 10″ with stand (3-5/8″ without)
Warranty Terms – Parts 1 year

With one HDMI input on the side and two in the back, there is no shortage of connectivity option in the new Samsung LN32A550. Be it HD cable or satellite or gaming system or your favorite Blu-ray disc player, you can add them all as per your need. The LN32A550 offers component, S-video, and composite inputs for standard player connectivity such as VCR or the standard DVD player. You can easily hook up your MP3 player or digital camera to your TV with the WiseLink USB 2.0 connection. You can even connect to your computer with the PC video input to experience high-resolution images.

The sound quality is fine with 2 built-in 10W speakers and SRS TruSurround XT Sound but if you’re looking to make this TV a great home theater, you’ll want to invest in a good surround sound system

HDTVUniverse.com gives Samsung LN32A550 9/10 stars!