Samsung LN52A630

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Samsung LN52A630
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Samsung LN52A630 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). This Samsung LN52A630 has it all!

Enjoy cinema-style entertainment right in your living room with the Samsung LN52A630 LCD HDTV. Picture quality is remarkable with vivid color and the sharpest details. Revolutionary Touch of Color incorporates a unique design and 1920 x 1080p resolution delivers breathtaking images. Auto Motion Plus 120Hz keeps the action real. Experience the latest in high definition with the Samsung LN52A630 LCD TV.

* New -- 40,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio:up from 25,000:1 on 2007 models

* 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

* New -- 3 HDMI 1.3 ports

* 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

* Automotion Plus 120Hz image interpolation technology provides smoother motion

* 178-degree viewing angle from all four axes with Super Patterned Vertical Alignment

* Better clear panel technology for deeper blacks and more vibrant colors

* Hidden speakers with SRS TruSurround XT audio

* Cold Cathode Flourescent Lamp (CCFL) and Wide Color Enhancer technology offer a wider color range

* 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.

Product dimensions: 33 x 50 x 11.5 inches (H x W x D)

Weight: 69.2 pounds

Display Size: 52 inches

HDTV Compatible: Yes

Speakers included: 2

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.

This technology doubles the frame rate from 60 to 120 frames per second (120Hz LCD panel) on the Samsung LN52A630 without repeating the same image to make more frames. Instead, the Samsung LN52A630 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.

The Samsung LN52A630 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 giving the Samsung LN52A630 superior picture quality

To make the Samsung LN52A630 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 to your Samsung LN52A630 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 like the Samsung LN52A630 .

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.

Samsung LN52A630 Connections

* HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface version 1.3): 3 (2 rear/1 side)
* 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

Better Than The 650's! See For Yourself!

I have had the Samsung LN52A630 for a week now and I have to tell you that it is clearly the best overall choice for an LCD TV with 120hz. I recently wrote a similar review for the LN46A630. I chose to replace it with the 52" only because our livingroom is too large for the 46" and the Samsung LN52A630 makes a better fit.

I'm not sure why more people are not going for the Samsung LN52A630 over the 650 just for the glare issue alone. My friend has an A650 and in my opinion the reflections are just as bad in his living room as they were in the showroom of the big box stores with the 650. I have two windows directly opposite the Samsung LN52A630 and a large bow window to the right. My concern was how little control I would have with that much natural light hitting the TV. So far, my Samsung LN52A630 has past the evening lighting test with flying colors. With all of the possible lights on in this large room, there is absolutely no reflecting light visible on the Samsung LN52A630. During the day with the Sunlight filtering directly into the back windows hitting the TV, there is no reflections to speak of. Awesome, consistent picture on the "matte" screen.

Thanks to the reviews of the 650's about the reflections, I took a chance with the Samsung LN52A630 with the "matte" screen and am I ever glad that I did. The difference is significant and because of this reason, I truly believe that the Samsung LN52A630 has a better overall picture. It's all about personal preference. Sure it's got one less HDMI and slightly less contrast ratio because of the screen but there are more than enough settings to compensate for this.

I am still making adjustments and learning just what the Samsung LN52A630 is capable of, but I got to tell you that the Celtics/Hawks game in HD was nothing less than orgasmic. I was in awe switching between that and the Hockey game in HD. Unbelievable!

The Samsung LN52A630 is the way to go if you want all of the features of the 6 series but not all of the reflections. Get this TV, you will be happy that you did!
- Thomas E. Rhodes "rhodesie", Boston


Samsung LN52A630 Great TV

For a long while I couldn't decide between the Samsung LN52A630 or the A650. I finally went with the Samsung LN52A630 because I tend to notice the glare on really glossy screens.

I'm the one with the customer image of the crazy "monitor" setup... I've had the Samsung LN52A630 for about a month, use it quite a bit every day. Every day I'm changing between source inputs... I use this Samsung LN52A630 for TV (not much), some movie watching (DVDs), a lot of xbox 360 and quite a bit as the secondary monitor on a dual computer monitor setup.

I'm quite happy with this purchase. The clarity is awesome, and the glossiness of the screen is just right for me ~ it's not totally "matte", I'd call it semi-gloss. The contrast is excellent, colors vibrant, and I would highly recommend this TV for any of the purposes I currently use it for (TV, movies, video games, computer monitor).

As for the "touch of color"... I'm actually not sure what that means for my set... I don't see any red or any other color for that matter.

The 120Hz is... interesting. I think it really helps TV and movies. I can't quite explain it... it's almost like it's so fluid that it just looks abnormal, I don't know. Some people say they don't like it, or it makes the video footage look like poorer quality... but I actually like it and use it except for fast paced video games (when every millisecond of video processing delay counts). You can adjust how much of the 120Hz processing you want, including turning it off.

I bought straight from Amazon and the delivery was extremely quick and painless. Overall I couldn't be happier with this purchase.
- DAG


Samsung LN52A630 Rocks

I bought the Samsung LN52A630 about 2 weeks ago through Amazon.com. Got free shipping with it. The shipping company was a bit late in delivering it to me as they did not have my phone number and the agent who took my call got confused about the time zone. A freight company that gets confused about time zones is not good! However the TV did finally get to me in perfect condition. The delivery folks do not unpack it for you, but if you get "white glove" delivery apparently they do that and set it up for you. I chose the 630 model as the face of the tv is non reflective--a big difference when you watch tv in the daytime or at night with some lights on. Picture quality is excellent, set up was very easy. I bought a Bello TV stand ( ON amazonBell'O PVS-4218HG Flat Panel Audio Video System (Gloss Black $216))and it is the PERFECT stand for it, I connected my new PS3 to it via an HDMI cable I also bought on Amazon (Cables To Go - 40315 - 2M (6.5ft) Velocity HDMI Digital Video Cable (Blue) $9.99!! )and the games AND blu ray movies are simply amazing. I've heard that the PS3 also up-converts regular DVDs, not sure if true or fable, but they look fantastic as well. Very happy with purchase and overall service!
- Steven J. Kwan "Steve K.", Daly City, california USA


Thrilled with my selection - the Samsung LN52A630 over the 650

Bought the Samsung LN52A630 just before Christmas, and unveiled it for the family on Christmas Day -- fantastic TV! Main reason for writing this review is to validate the comments on glare. Samsung LN52A630 vs. the A650. We have a huge wall of east-facing windows directly behind the open TV-viewing area (den), and with the sun coming in the windows dark scenes will still have a bit of reflection (though I would not characterize it as a harsh "glare" -- it's still a matte effect). I never had the A650 in my house, but I did do a side-by-side comparison at Best Buy. There, the TVs are sequestered in a dark end of the store, with screens tilted slightly downward. But if you squat down and look up at the TVs, you can see the reflection of the gymnasium-style overhead lights elsewhere in the store, and the difference between the Samsung LN52A630 and the A650 was striking: I knew I would forever be bugged by the A650's reflections, despite its slightly higher contrast ratio. If I had a home theater with controllable external light, I'd probably do the A650, but we don't have that option in our house and the Samsung LN52A630 is just perfect.

The Samsung LN52A630 is amazing. Tons of menu options for the compulsive tweakers among us, but the default settings have worked well for us so far (and I don't think the default settings are the blast-you-into-buying big-box-store bright ones; for example the brightness defaults to 45%).

Zero-hassle setup: Christmas day, I pulled the old TV, put up the Samsung LN52A630, hooked HDMI direct from the new (Panasonic) Blu-Ray player, ran the audio to my receiver, and dropped in the Polar Express Blu-Ray. Absolutely stunning out of the box with no problems, and we sat captivated by this near-theatre experience. Almost ran out of popcorn -- we were ON that train, holding onto the couch arms during the roller-coaster ride! The Samsung LN52A630 is unbelievable!

I need to give a thanks to all who have provided reviews of like models in Amazon -- the Samsung LN52A630, A650, and the competitive models to those. These reviews were a significant source of research in my decision-making, and a huge help in addition to some others (like CNET). I'm grateful for those who took the time to provide thoughts on HDTVs; my research was made much shorter than my normal obsessive traits, and I'm extremely happy with the Samsung LN52A630 results.

If you're on the fence about the Samsung models, and you have any concern about the glare, grab the Samsung LN52A630 and be done with it!
- GenerallyCurious, Dallas, TX