Samsung LNT4042H 40-Inch LCD HDTV

by Samsung

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.7 x 42.7 x 25.1 inches ; 40.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 61 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000N53SJM
• Item model number: LNT4042H
• Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,722 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

For anyone looking for a great value on a 720p HDTV, Samsung's 2007 model LNT4042H 40-inch flat-panel LCD is an excellent choice. As Samsung's entry level 40-inch LCD, it offers a 7000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 170-degree viewing angle, an 8ms response time panel, 3 HDMI inputs, and SRS TruSurroundXT from two side speakers. Between the design update, the aditional connections, and improved contrast ratio this model represents a distinct improvement on the popular comperable 40-inch Samsung from 2006 (LNS4041D).

The Samsung Digital Natural Image engine (DNIe) Video Enhancer refines all analog NTSC and wideband video inputs for an overall improvement in picture quality. DNIe improves contrast, white level, picture detail and incorporates digital noise reduction to improve lower quality video inputs. The 3D Y/C digital comb filter constantly analyzes the three dimensions of picture height, picture width, and picture changes-over-time to dramatically reduce edge image artifacts while improving transition detail.

High-quality virtual surround sound can be experienced with just the speakers built into the TV. SRS TruSurround XT technology delivers an amazing, simulated 3D effect with clear dialog and powerful bass through hidden side speakers. TruSurround XT audio adds three audio enhancement technologies to produce an amazingly immersive sound experience.

• Dialog Clarity brings movie dialog into Focus during the playback of any surround-encoded material to make speech much clearer and crisper.
• TruBass creates incredible deep rich bass allowing a person to perceive significantly deeper, richer low bass tones that are far beyond the physical low frequency capabilities of the speaker itself.
• The SRS WOW feature widens the soundstage by processing standard two-channel stereo material as well as multi-channel encoded material for a dramatic improvement in the playback of any stereo audio over a two-speaker system.

Connections:

• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) 3
• RF in 1
• Component (Y/Pb/Pr) in 2
• S-Video input 2(1 side/1 rear)
• A/V input 2(1 side/1 rear)
• PC input 1
• Headphone jack 1

What's in the box: Samsung LNT4042H LCD TV, remote control, 2 AAA batteries, Power Cord, stand, cleaning cloth, owners manual, warranty card.

Product Description

40" HDTV LCD with Integrated ATSC Tuner

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A winning 40-inch LCD at a reasonable price, August 17, 2007

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Ben Kelley (Plymouth, MN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung LNT4042H 40-Inch LCD HDTV (Electronics)

I did a ton of research on all different kinds of TVs, from DLP to LCD to Plasma, as well as Sony vs. Samsung vs. Panasonic, etc. I decided that I wanted to stay at about the $1,000 price range, which I thought meant that either I could get a smaller version of a really nice TV, or a bigger version of a not-so-good TV. As I found out, this wasn't the case. I ended up finding a great TV for a reasonable price.

I decided against DLP, partially because of the screen door effect (when you're close enough, gridlines are very visible), and also because you have to replace a bulb every 6,000 hours or so (about every 3 years). Plus, DLP and LCD rear projection TVs only last about 40,000-45,000 hours. Compare this to LCD, which will last 60,000 hours (about 30 years) without ever having to pay for a bulb.

I decided against Plasma, partially because of the burn-in issue, and the fact that they're heavier and less energy-efficient that LCDs. I also believe LCDs have caught up in terms of picture quality.

After looking extensively for about two months, the conclusion I came to was that this Samsung LCD had very comparable picture quality to the Sony and the Sharp, each of which would've cost several hundred dollars more for the same size. I decided on the Samsung after seeing many of my friends buying from them and being very satisfied with their purchases.

I purchased it on sale at Ultimate Electronics for $1259. True, the price was lower on Amazon, but I didn't feel comfortable buying something like this from an online store.

Overall, I am very satisfied with the TV (as you can tell by the 5 star rating). It is an exceptional value, with a 7000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 3 HDMI ports. The sleek black frame makes this TV look beautiful even when it's off. And when I play my DVDs with my Sony Upconverting DVD player (model DVPNS77H/B, $99 at Target), it looks absolutely amazing, producing a near-HD picture from a standard DVD.

Here are my picture settings for watching movies:
Picture: Movie
Contrast: 80
Brightness: 44
Sharpness: 15
Color: 56
Tint: G54-R46
Backlight: 9
Color Tone: Warm1
Black Adjust: Medium
Dynamic Contrast: High
Gamma: 0
Color Space: Wide
White Balance: 15 All
Color Control: 15 All
Edge Enhancement: Off
Digital NR: Auto
HDMI Black Level: Low
Energy Saving: Auto

Hope this helps you make a decision.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful TV. Great picture, great value!, July 16, 2007

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Ryan Leonard (Central Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung LNT4042H 40-Inch LCD HDTV (Electronics)

I just got this TV set up in my home last evening and I couldn't be more pleased with it. For an "entry level" LCD HDTV, it displays an excellent picture- even on the standard cable channels! The High-def channels are absolutely beautiful. Overall the picture is very crisp and bright (VERY bright at the factory back light setting of 10; had to turn it down a few notches) and the colors are perfect as far as I'm concerned. While I'm sure extreme videophiles will disagree, I can't find any faults with this TV and would recommend it to anyone who's in the market for a flat-panel HDTV in this size and/or price range.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars WARNING - FACTORY DEFECTS, November 9, 2009

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M. Sigler (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Samsung LNT4042H 40-Inch LCD HDTV (Electronics)

This TV has cheaply made, inferior parts that frequently fail after a year or two. For more info check [...] or just web search "samsung clicking sound" or samsung won't turn on".

Basically, the cheap capacitors on the TV break after about 2 years of normal use. It leads to the TV no longer turning on. This can be fixed by replacing a few defective parts (they will cost about $1.50 each), but unless you are experienced with soldering electronic boards, you'll have to pay someone to do it for you. Total cost will be around $200 through Samsung or your retail outlet, or you can take it to a repair shop and spend $50 to $100.

Samsung is well aware of this problem and unwilling to help the hundreds of thousands of customers who have had to deal with this issue. Factory warranty is for 1 year, and the parts conviently seem to last around 2 years. Samsung will not offer any help other than overpriced repair.

BTW - Based on my web research, this seems to be a problem with many samsung models, not just this one in particular. Buy Samsung TV's at your own risk.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED