For their top-of-the-line "96-Series" HDTVs, Samsung really focuses on the "three Cs" of picture quality: clarity, color and contrast. The 52" LN-S5296D has full 1920 x 1080-pixel resolution — that's nearly twice as many as the 1366 x 768 pixels found on the typical 50" plasma. 1080p is a pixel-perfect match for most HDTV broadcasts, as well as the new high-definition disc formats: HD DVD and Blu-ray.
Thanks to advances in LCD panel and backlight design, you'll see picture contrast, black level and color accuracy that are now much closer to what good plasma TVs deliver. The 6000:1 dynamic contrast ratio spec is one of the highest we've seen. And Samsung's "wide color gamut" backlight helps the LN-S5296D reproduce 92% of the broadcast TV color range (compared to only about 72% for conventional LCDs and 76% for tube TVs).
The "Digital Cable Ready" LN-S5296D can receive over-the-air and cable HDTV programs without the need for a separate tuner box (to make full use of the built-in cable tuner, ask your service provider about a CableCARD). There are plenty of inputs for your other video gear, including digital HDMI and IEEE 1394, which provide flawless picture quality and offer the ease of single-cable hookup.
This is a dual-mode display, so your computer can join the party, too. And the gamer in your household will love the enhanced Game Mode. Samsung consulted with Microsoft engineers to develop a set of picture and sound enhancements that optimize the response and realism of gaming.
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Details:
- 52" widescreen HDTV (16:9 aspect ratio)
- built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
- built-in digital cable TV tuner receives programs without a set-top box (cable service required; CableCARD™ required for viewing scrambled programs)
- S-PVA (Super Patterned Vertical Alignment) LCD panel for improved off-axis viewing
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- 8-millisecond pixel response time
- 10-bit video processing
- 6000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
- 178°(H) x 178°(V) viewing angle
- wide-range fluorescent backlight for more accurate colors
- DNIe™ (Digital Natural Image engine) picture enhancement
- 1-tuner Picture-in-Picture (inset or split-screen)
- built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
- multibrand remote control
- picture settings memory for each video input
- 8 A/V inputs, including:
- 2 composite video (1 rear, 1 side)
- 1 S-video
- 2 component video (accepts 1080i/720p/480p/480i signals)
- 2 HDMI digital audio/video inputs (accepts signals up to 1080p)
- 2 IEEE 1394 ports for connecting compatible HD recorders
- PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
- 2 RF inputs (Antenna, Cable)
- optical digital audio output for Dolby® Digital
- side USB port for viewing digital photos
- detachable swivel stand (stand "footprint" is 28"W x 12-7/8"D)
- wall-mountable (bracket not included)
- 50-1/2"W x 32-1/2"H x 4-1/2"D (34-3/4"W x 12-7/8"D on stand)
- weight: 94.4 lbs. (without stand)
- warranty: 1 year parts & labor — in-home service
- Want more peace of mind? Extended Service Plans Available
- Contact your local cable TV provider for details regarding the availability and costs of CableCARD-related services.
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