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Samsung LN52A550 52 in. HDTV LCD TV

Samsung LN52A550 52 in. HDTV LCD TV

With the SAMSUNG LN52A550 high-definition TV you get the total package: a 52 wide screen with 1080p HD resolution, crystal-clear sound, and advanced features like wide color enhancer that are guaranteed to give you the full high-definition experience.

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Pros:

channels (5)

  • ...the menu but I still don't get a clear picture. Some of the channels are fine ...others aren't. So is it the picture on the other end...or...[0.9]
  • ...fun to watch widescreen movies in 16:9 zoom mode. HD and SD channels look great , though obviously HD channels look better than SD channels,...[0.9]
  • ...t look as nice anymore. * HD and SD Channel Quality The HD channels look fantastic . I have an HD package with Dish Network and all of the HD channels...[0.9]
  • ...fantastic. I have an HD package with Dish Network and all of the HD channels are incredibly clear . The SD channels are certainly bearable, but a big step down...[0.8]

color quality (9)

  • ...high definition is amazing, and standard def looks great too. Colors are vibrant , just be sure to select the display mode that fits your room...[0.9]
  • ...good TV, I'm satisfied with it. The picture quality is good, colors are vivid , and it's easy to navigate through the menus. I recommend it...[0.9]
  • ...The TV itself is, of course - excellent. Blacks are deep and colors are bright and vibrant. The gloss black frame looks traditional and is...[0.9]
  • ...Great HDTV - I would recommend buying this TV to anyone. Colors look amazing ! Menus are easy to figure out. It is a little slower flipping...[0.9]

customer service (15)

  • ...worked and took the trash out with him when he left. All in all excellent service . Thanks AMAZON.... ...[1.0]
  • ...more "rewards". The people at Amazon were easy to deal with and knowledgeable . Delivery was very smooth and hassle free. Very good communication...[1.0]
  • ...free. Very good communication with Ceva, the delivery people. They were prompt , neat, and a pleasure to work with. I was initially hesitant...[1.0]
  • ... Great service , awesome tv for an awesome price. Will use amazon for all future...[1.0]

experience (3)

  • ... great experience all around-got a great tv at a truly unbeatable price-bought...[0.8]
  • ...retailers. This is my 2nd TV purchase from Amazon, both have been good experiences . In the end, having paid $1580 for this 550 PLUS getting a...[0.8]
  • ...driver set up the TV and removed the packaging...all in all an outstanding experience ....[0.8]

feature set (4)

  • ...purchase an LCD TV for a very long time. If you compare price to features this is the best value for your $$. Watching Tiger woods win the US Open this...[1.0]
  • ...read about this model were accurate: great picture, ok sound, nice features , etc. Unfortunately the model was too new to reveal its reliablility...[0.8]
  • ...~$400) and have been on cloud nine ever since. The "anynet" feature between samsung components is really nice . You know, it was such a dillemna for so long, with all the...[0.8]
  • ...has 120 hz scan frequency. (more expensive, of course) One of the nice features of this television, is you can hook it up to your pc. Just remember...[0.8]

general (15)

  • ...sports fan and heard concerns about 60HZ vs upgraded models. I am very happy with model and purchase was a very good move. ...[1.0]
  • ...it really pop out and to save you some life out of the set. The set itself is really beautiful as well. We've had tons of compliments on the asthetics and...[1.0]
  • ...After searching for a few months for the right TV I chose this one and I was not disappointed . I was contemplating higher models with the auto motion detection...[1.0]
  • ...I have no trouble with reflected light on the matte screen. The television itself is beautiful with a black lacquer-like finish and will be a welcome addition...[1.0]

options (4)

  • ...A few pro's others have not mentioned. USB Plug - This is a really cool option Samsung added to this set. My sister returned from Alaska shortly...[1.0]
  • ...The television picture is great and the options are very user friendly , however the audio is not very good at all. The volume of the...[0.9]
  • ...the Samsung LNXXA550 series, I could say that it is own of the best options on the marked since it has a decent prize. The first one I bought...[0.8]
  • ...it up to a Home Theater or Stereo, it does the magic. It's a nice option , with a great prize and nice features....[0.8]

picture quality (15)

  • ...have big screen TV's, have all commented on how eye popping and absolutely amazing the picture looks. And with 3 HDMI inputs, it handles my brighthouse cable...[1.0]
  • ...connect to our old components (amplifier, DVD player, etc.). The picture quality is phenomenal ! I do recommend, however, that you connect some external speakers...[1.0]
  • ...to go for it anyway. I couldnt be more happy. I love the tv. The picture is amazing . Sound isnt that great but i use surround through an amp so...[1.0]
  • ...its size in Consumer Reports (which I trust for everything). The picture is excellent , the onscreen menus logical, clear and easy to use. The sound...[1.0]

price (15)

  • ...of compliments on the asthetics and piano finish. Overall a fantastic buy ..especially at what it is now compared to when I bought mine...[1.0]
  • ...isn't on sports, this is an excellent television and a very good deal right now. If you haven't bought a TV in a few years, or this...[1.0]
  • ...it. I am fully satisfied with my purchase and feel I got an excellent deal ....[1.0]
  • ...I got a great deal on this tv through Amazon. [...] Love the set but worth noting...[1.0]

reliability (15)

  • ...quite an improvement. - I hooked up the TV to the computer and it works great . A PC resolution of 1280x800 is sufficient. It's easy to browse...[1.0]
  • ...evening. It looked 3-D! The colors are rich and glorious. I have no trouble with reflected light on the matte screen. The television itself...[1.0]
  • ...So far I have no problems with this television. It is everything I expected it to be....[1.0]
  • ...sound and the picture quality. Using the HDMI cables I found no problem with either. ...[1.0]

size (4)

  • ...enjoying this beautiful tv. we've had it now for 3 days and the 52" size is just stunning and the picture is awesome. the shipping process through amazon...[0.9]
  • ...move upstairs, this has an excellent picture, light (for its size) and looks as nice as it functions. Now I just have to get new equipment to be...[0.9]
  • ...new set was delivered quickly and set up was fairly easy. We love the size and picture quality....[0.8]
  • ...picture is the best I've seen on ANY TV (from cable) and it's perfect size for our family room (viewing distance about 9 ft). I also like...[0.8]

sound quality (15)

  • ...treble and bass. However, teamed up with a home theater system, the sound is awesome and the tv speakers become a moot point. Even the remote is...[1.0]
  • ... but $399 at Circuit City) They work very well together and the sound is excellent . Amazon white delivery service was also just great. Delivered...[1.0]
  • ...just hooked it up to our 9 year old Music system receiver and the sound is fantastic , even though it is not 5.1. The 650 and 750 series are not...[1.0]
  • ...condition. I was concerned about sound because I live on the water. Sound is awesome . I am big sports fan and heard concerns about 60HZ vs upgraded...[0.9]

speakers (6)

  • ...forums. Picture is crisp and clear and the sound for so little speakers is awesome . Haven't bought a Blu-Ray player yet to see what those movies...[0.9]
  • ...complaints except the tinny sound. Easily fixed once hooked up to good speakers ....[0.8]
  • ...what do you expect? If you can afford this TV, then adding some decent speakers into the package shouldn't be too much hassle. The TV is designed...[0.8]
  • ...seems to be knocking the speaker quality, but i don't think the speakers are that bad to be honest. i'm not one of those high-tech type people, so...[-0.8]

usability (7)

  • ...to get to. All in all the set has an excellent picture and is user friendly . In addition, the price could not be beaten anywhere else I...[1.0]
  • ...picture is excellent, the onscreen menus logical, clear and easy to use . The sound is OK (as noted in CR), but I have a home theater...[1.0]
  • ...it. The picture quality is good, colors are vivid, and it's easy to navigate through the menus. I recommend it to anyone who is looking for...[1.0]
  • ...picture is amazing especially in hi-def. The controls are very intuitive and easy to configure. and there were plenty of connection options...[1.0]

working (3)

  • ...cable service, the content comes across too dark. I need to work out good calibration settings that work better with my AT&T TV service...[0.9]
  • ...have to say, the delivery from Amazon was very professional. TV works great on HD channels. HD attenna was purched to take advatage of the...[0.9]
  • ...not then available thru Amazon, but $399 at Circuit City) They work very well together and the sound is excellent . Amazon white delivery service was also just great. Delivered...[0.7200000000000001]
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