Samsung LN46A630 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 44 x 27 inches ; 49.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 71 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.
• ASIN: B001CE5LNY
• Item model number: LN46A630
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (132 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #22,683 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 14, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Samsung 630 model HDTVs offer an ecxellent value in a full-featured 1080p LCD HDTV, offering a substantial price savings compared to their sister 650 series, with only a moderately lower dynamic contrast ratio (40:000:1 compared to 50,000:1 on the 650 series) and one less HDMI port (three, as compared to four on the 650s). But the 630s offer the same blazing-fast 4ms response time and rich connectivity features as the 650s, Series 7, and Series 8 LCD HDTVs, as well as the same stylish "TOC" color-infused bezel. Enjoy MPEG and JPEG files stored on external devices by connecting through a side-mounted USB 2.0, turning their LCD into a full-scale home viewing gallery, or connect their MP3 players for a dynamic audio experience.

Key Features

• New -- 40,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio:up from 25,000:1 on 2007 models (Learn more)
  
• New -- Blazing 4ms response time: down from 8ms on 2007 models thanks to a new high-speed liquid crystal
  
• New -- Transparent and Opaque Color (TOC) bezel with infused color creates an ultra-sleek shape and appearance (Learn more)
  
• New -- 3 HDMI 1.3 ports (Learn more)
  
• New -- Sports and Game modes boost on-screen performance and interaction with the latest gaming systems
• New -- Side-mounted USB 2.0 port: connect USB devices directly to your HDTV to view JPEG photos or MPEG movies or easily listen to your MP3 player through your HDTV's audio system or your home theater system.
  
• New -- Compatible with Samsung's Home Digital Media Adapter (sold separately) for playback and navigation of Internet and stored PC multimedia
• Full 1080p HD (Learn more)
• Automotion Plus 120Hz image interpolation technology provides smoother motion Learn more)
  
• 178-degree viewing angle from all four axes with Super Patterned Vertical Alignment (Learn more)
  
• Better clear panel technology for deeper blacks and more vibrant colors (Learn more)
• Hidden speakers with SRS TruSurround XT audio (Learn more)
• Cold Cathode Flourescent Lamp (CCFL) and Wide Color Enhancer technology offer a wider color range (Learn more)
• Picture-in-Picture (PIP) enables convenient simultaneous viewing of TV programs and video or PC sources
• V-Chip system1 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.
  
• Variable sleep timer to turn the TV off in varying time intervals.
• Auto wall mount compatible: 3-dimensional operation via TV’s remote control; no external IR receiver required.
• Swivel stand included
• 1 year parts and 1 year labor warranty (90 days parts and labor for commercial use), with in-home service, backed by Samsung toll-free support.

Step-Up Features

• Series 6 (650 Models): 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio; 4 HDMI 1.3 ports
• Series 7: Internal flash memory (1GB) with pre-loaded interactive content such as cooking recipes, children's entertainment, HD artwork and more; DLNA-Compatibility for better interopability with electronics, computers and mobile devices from many different manufacturers
• Series 8: Super-Slim 1.9-inch depth
  

What size TV should you get?

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Touch of Color

Inspired by designs from the automotive and fashion industries, Samsung’s unique unique Transparent and Opaque Color molding process creates a clean, smooth finish infused with a hint of a translucent color during the manufacturing process for an ultra-sleek appearance.

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Auto Motion Plus 120Hz

This technology doubles the frame rate from 60 to 120 frames per second (120Hz LCD panel) without repeating the same image to make more frames. Instead, the TV intelligently calculates the ‘middle’ image between frame A and frame B and inserts it in between (Auto Motion Plus 120Hz processor), making a fluid transition from one frame to the next.

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Super Clear Panel

Samsung enhances the clarity of select LCD HDTVs by replacing the light-diffusing plastic face of traditional LCD HDTVs with a  natural black panel with a clear anti-glare shield. Reduced reflection of external light creates a new dimension in image clarity, highlighting black and darkened areas, enabling vibrant, more compelling colors and a brighter, clearer picture.  Black will never again appear grayish. Black details will show in vivid black even in dark scenes. The latest version of Samsung’s breakthrough super clear panel technology makes colors appear more vibrant and blacks even deeper than ever. Enhanced films reduce glare and optimize off-angle viewing.

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50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio

50,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio will give you a picture better than you ever thought possible, with whiter whites, blacker blacks and a nearly infinite subtlety of gradations in between. As two of the most important determining factors in overall picture quality, contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this latest generation LCD panel. Samsung’s new LCD TV’s give the most stunning realistic picture quality ever.

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Full HD 1080P

Full HD, or 1080p, contains 1.5 times more scanning lines than conventional HD TVs. More scanning lines mean more pixels, more details and a better picture. The new Samsung LCD TV with resolution that is approximately 2 times greater than conventional HDTVs, creating the most perfect picture imaginable. Samsung’s 1080p panel uses a new high-speed liquid crystal to cut response time to 4ms. The fast response time, coupled with Samsung’s Auto Motion Plus 120Hz motion blur reduction technology dramatically reduces motion blur and judder.

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Digital Natural Image Engine

DNIe The Samsung Digital Natural Image engine. This exclusive Samsung technology dramatically improves the picture by enhancing the contrast, detail, white balance and reduces.

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Wide Color Enhancer/Cold Cathode Flourescent Lamp

The NTSC (National Television Systems Committee) has established the color standards all TVs in America try to meet. And typical LCD TVs only meet about 72% of this standard. Samsung LCD HDTVs use Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp backlights to give you 92% coverage of the NTSC standard, ensuring truer, more breathlessly vivid colors. Samsung’s exclusive Wide Color Enhancer technology delivers more brilliant colors, even in bright areas of the picture where blues and greens are washed out on conventional screens. The system displays wider color reproduction, showing you truer colors – the fresh green of spring foliage, the intense blue of the summer sky.

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Connectivity

To make the Series 6 a true entertainment hub for any home, Samsung has incorporated advanced HD connectivity and networking capabilities that expand the HDTV’s functionality. A wide variety of multimedia devices can be connected to the set through any one of the four Simplay compliant HDMI 1.3 inputs (including one on the side), and the handy HDMICEC feature lets you control all your CEC-enabled peripherals using just one remote. Connect HD digital devices like disc players, game consoles, and satellite dish components into the 2 rear connections and use the side-mounted input for cameras, camcorders, and laptops. HDMI is the best performing interface for displaying an HD source on an HDTV. Once connected, users can easily access device menus and manage and display content through the newly redesigned Wheel Key Remote control and the HDTV’s sophisticated content management interface. All Connections HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface version 1.3): 3 (2 rear/1 side) Ethernet port Component video: 2 rear (Y, Pb, Pr) S-Video input: 1 side A/V inputs: 1 side/1 rear PC Inpuy (D-Sub): 1 RF antenna inputs: 2 HDMI-CEC Premium audio: Improved sound quality with dedicated low-range speaker system Headphone jack

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Super Patterned Vertical Alignment

Samsung’s Super Patterned Vertical Alignment (SPVA) panel provides a 178-degree viewing angle from all four axes

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Audio Features

TruSurround is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers and headphones. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats up to 5.1 channels. High-quality virtual surround sound can be experienced with just the two hidden, downward-firing side-mounted 2.2-channel dome speakers built into the TV.

SRS TruSurround XT technology delivers an amazing, simulated 3D effect with clear dialog and powerful bass.

TruSurround XT audio also 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.

Stereo broadcast reception is offered for MTS and SAP with 181-channel capacity. A sound leveler keeps audio volume consistent during channel changing.

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Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?

With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get. Minimum size = Viewing distance/3 Maximum size=Viewing distance/1.5

Product Description

Samsung's 630 Series is a perfect way to step up to Full High Definition 1080p resolution with Auto Motion Plus 120Hz. A fast 4 ms response rate produces smooth-motion scenes for sports and action movies, and a dynamic contrast ratio of 40,000:1 makes for deep blacks and crisp lines . Superb connectivity and networking with 3 HDMI 1.3 ports. Turn your LCD into a full-scall home viewing gallery and watch your favorite photos in a slideshow and listen to your MP3�s with WiseLink (USB 2.0).

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

73 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing LCD: Picture Quality, Semi-Matte Screen, September 17, 2008

By	Average Joe - See all my reviews

Background:
After doing extensive research across the board, I ended up deciding I would probably like the Samsung A650 series. I went into BB to try and take a look for myself, the Full Gloss screen threw reflections all over the place, and bothered me quite a bit.

Now take the guts of the A650 and put it into the same package, with a semi-matte screen. Now you have a killer combination that looks amazing on the eyes.

Don't take my word for it, More Reviews:
-Consumer Reports loves Samsung LCD's, which are ranked #1

-Go to http://www.avsforum.com/ , check out the Forums->LCD, you can waste your life on this site, I'd say go for the Pro reviews of the A650, and you'll see why people love this TV

-Check out the reviews for the A650's here on amazon, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001413D94/

-Cnet's review of the A650, you will notice the only drawbacks they listed were "relatively expensive" amazon helps here, and "shiny screen reflects ambient room lighting" and the A630's semi-matte screen works to solve that issue, http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/samsung-ln52a650/4505-6482_7-32887597.html?tag=mncol;lst


Recommendation:
I'm very happy with the TV: the back light is even across the TV, the blacks are crisp, picture quality can't be beat, the 120hz+auto motion result in smooth images and the semi-matte screen doesn't act like a mirror for the room like the A650's do. Finally, the surrounding frame is leaner and not nearly as noticeable as the A650s.

Highly recommended. 5 Stars.

54 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 630 or 650 or 550?, October 24, 2008

By	Comdet - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

After reading reviews in Cnet and Consumer Reports, and feedback from owners on the AVS board, I knew I wanted to get a Samsung LCD. But which one? The 550, 630 and 650 are all highly rated, and all fell within my price range.

I first looked at the 550. Great TV and the lowest price. The picture quality was top-notch, but it did not have the 120hz technology and Samsung's smoothing system (called AMP) to reduce motion judder. In side-by-side viewing, I could see a difference in the picture with those features, and, since the price difference was not much, decided to move up to the 6-series.

Keep in mind that 120hz and AMP are two different things. You can turn AMP off (or set it to low, medium or high); you can't turn off 120hz unless you are in game mode. I like AMP set at low -- to my eye, that improves the picture without making it too smooth and video-like.

Both the 650 and 630 are fantastic TVs, and either one would be a great choice. The major difference between the two is the glassiness of the screen - the 650 has a high gloss screen; the 630 has a matte screen (basically the same as the 550, but with a tiny bit more gloss). I have a very bright living room with lots of windows. The 650 acted like a mirror, reflecting everything to the point of being seriously distracting -- you can see yourself in the screen in dark scenes. The 630 was the perfect compromise -- better quality picture than the 550, but far less gloss than the 650.

The advantage of the glossy screen is that it give more "pop" and saturation to the picture. Colors are deeper, blacks are richer, and the overall picture quality is a bit better. If I was using the TV in a darker environment (such as a basement), I'd go for the 650. But given the brightness of the room, the 630 was (for me) the better choice.

I've been told the sound quality in the 6-series is a bit better than the 5-series. That was not an issue for me since I turn off the TV speakers and run the sound through a receiver. If you plan on using the TV speakers you may want to listen to both sets to see if you hear a difference.

Very pleased with the set so far. You need to do a bit of tweaking to get the picture perfect, but the menus make it easy to do so. You can find configuration setups on several boards that will help point you in the right direction.

Other pluses of the 630 are the more muted Touch of Red in the bezel. I'm not a big fan of the red color, so having it less visible is a plus. Very nice remote with easy to find buttons.

I'm using the set with a Denon 1909 receiver, an Oppo 983H DVD player, and KEF 3000 series speakers. Everything works great together and I'm continually wowed by how great it looks and sounds.

40 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the 46 inch you want, at the best price, October 6, 2008

By	Steve - See all my reviews

I have been watching LCD prices for 2 years. 40 inch LCDs have been dropping $50 per month for the last 6 months and it seems to have reached a plateau and may drop only $25 a month for the next 6 months. 46 inch has been dropping $100 per month the past 6 months and will drop $50 to $70 per month for the next 6 months. With the recession, they may still drop $100 per month.

I just bought this one, but i recommend waiting 6 more months if 46 inch is "your size" because losing $50 to $70 per month is a lot just to have a bigger TV. Samsung and Sony are the best LCDs and this is (was?) the best price on a 46 inch Samsung and is as good as any other 46 inch LCD Samsung makes, but $800 less. The "better" 46 inch Samsungs are thinner, a little better contrast ("brighter"), about 8% less weight, and have something called "infolink" that brings in active content like sports scores and stock prices. The 60% increase in price for the other 46 inch Samsungs is too much difference for too little improvement. They will come down in price $100 per month until getting to this price. This 630 model is a smaller number than the 850 or 950, but the 630 is only 2 months old.

This 630 model is a "matte" screen. It's for our den where there is a lot of light everywhere, so i prefer the 630 matte. The 650 is a "glossy" screen which means it can be more of stunning contrast and sharpness, but with possibly more reflection off the screen.

This at $1370 is the lowest price on the internet right now, 10/6/2008 with free shipping and no tax. Circuit city is selling it for $1700 plus tax. Some are saying that the economic downturn is causing prices to drop faster than expected. I expect this model to be $1000 in less than 6 months. February might be the time to get a 46 inch LCD if that's the size and type of TV you've been waiting for.

I have turned off the Auto-Motion Plus 120 Hz feature because it makes it look like I'm watching a 50 Hz BBC program. I have "fast" eyes and i can see the flicker when there is movement due to the greater sharpness that Auto-Motion Plus gives. There's something fishy about the "120 Hz" spec because the flicker feels about like 70 to 80 Hz on an old computer CRT. I suspect that with AMP "on" it's not really 120 Hz in order to give it better sharpness. So with 120 Hz turned off, there is just a little more blur on movement, but at least it doesn't feel like I'm watching an old episode of Dr Who. In hindsight, i would have bought one of the older models that doesn't have the Auto-Motion Plus 120 Hz just to save a few bucks even if there was less contrast. Samsung is really pushing this new feature, but I prefer it off. Others prefer it set to "low".

The blur during movement on these new Samsungs (with or without the Auto-Motion Plus 120 Hz) is much better than the old LCDs, but it still is not as good as a CRT, plasma, or rear-projection.

The contrast ("birghtness") on this is way way more than we need. The brightness needs increasing during daytime because we have a lot of sunlight coming in, and then decreased again at night.

A 46 inch LCD uses 250 Watt verses 500 W for a plasma. This is the reason I choose LCD over plasma. A 500 watt plasma "heater" in the room is good for winter, but not cool for summer. 500 W costs 5 cents per hour for electricity.

Now that we're not even using it on a wall, I wonder if i should have got a rear-projection.

I recently saw a $1400 LCD 46 inch Sony at a target (new edit 10/12/2008). I was surprised to see Sony at a competitive price. These prices are still dropping fast.

=== UPDATE ===
I am a little less happy with LCD technology. In comparing the LCD to my CRT and home theatre, the LCD easily wins on sharpness and contrast (at least over the projector). But still there is something "sharper" about CRT and projection over LCD, and I prefer them over this LCD. What I have found out is this: the pixels in an LCD may be flashing at least as fast, but they do not have a "dark period" between frames so that our eyes see more blur even though in reality the screen is not blurring more. Apparently, our eyes really need the dark time between frames to eliminate the perception of a blur. Phillips ClearLCD fixes this and samsung and others are working on it. Here's more info on this:

http://hometheatermag.com/gearworks/707gear/