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Additionally with Auto Volume on, there is much less consistency of volume from channel to channel - some channels are harshly loud while others are far too soft. And of course if I wanted to pay Comast an additional [.]./month for another converter box, the problem might be moot, because I'd use the digital/HD channels. Volume levels are lacking. Maxing the volume is uncomfortable, but not overwhelming (No, I'm not deaf).
I had wanted to buy a 22" Sony (Model KDL-22L5000), but waited too long (discontinued by Sony), and the location of the TV (between shelves) restricts using a larger size. Lacking a cable box, scrambled channels didn't display.- The picture on the old 480 resolution Phillips was slightly superior to this 720 Samsung. In fairness, a Sony in this size-range may have similar problems - I've not viewed one. I didn't know what the instruction meant, so tried each one (resetting the channels selected between each choice).
132-1), including a few labeled HD on the viewed channel. Again, annoying.SUMMARYThe set meets my criteria for a larger viewing area in the space available, but the (analog channels) picture quality is mediocre. This point isn't an issue for me, but it's not what's described.- When channels are stored as 'Favorites', they cannot be recalled from a list of Favorite channels. I viewed the model at Best Buy before buying - it looked good, but was connected via digital/high def. I discussed it with a TV-repairman friend, who said it had something to do with the lack of processing power of the TV. Push it again for another Favorite channel, etc - in numeric order. The old Phillips was usually set at one-third of max-available volume.
But since that still didn't find digital/HD channels, I called Comcast and was told to use STANDARD, which added perhaps 50 hypenated channels (e.g. TV sets I own run through a cable box (1) or cable card (2). channels being found, which left me with a reasonable guess of what to choose. The previously-mentioned Sonys (also viewing analog channels) have a similar problem, but not quite to the extent of this Samsung. Push the button - a Favorite channel displays.
The set I received is solid, glossy black. I scanned the Quick Set Up Guide before starting.CONS- During set up, before initiating the 'Find channels' step, I was directed to select the cable signal type used by the cable provider (Comcast), and given a choice of STANDARD, IRC & HRC; there was no explanation/definition provided in the Quick Setup Guide. Depending on which channel is being used, this Samsung is often set closer to 45 percent of available volume. However, to verify my choice, I looked on-line and found directions to use IRC [.]. Comcast already gets more of my money than I would like.-Sound quality (out-of-the -box) was lousy, but tweaked to acceptable, by using TruSurround Sound and increasing the three lowest equalizer frequencies (bass side) significantly. Full disclosure: excepting the 17" Phillips, and this Samsung, the other three digital/high def. Unless I add a converter box, I'll not be completely satisfied with it.
If there's a way to display a list of ONLY the Favorites and then select one to watch, I haven't found it. IRC & HRC resulted in no digital/high def.
I've tweaked the picture settings (brightness, contrast, sharpness, color & tint), but still haven't been able to match more natural skin tones that were displayed on the old Phillips and three other, larger Sony digital/HD TVs. But that's not worth it to me for a set that gets about 60 minutes of use most days.
The Samsung site shows it as a different color/shade on about 1/3 of the frame. That also applies to other scenes.
GENERAL INFORMATIONThis set is being used in a kitchen, replacing a 5-yr-old 17" Phillips LCD (not digital/HD ).Reason for replacement is I wanted more viewing (screen) area.Viewing distance typically ranges from 8 feet (during meals) to 15 feet (meal preparation & clean-up).Typically used to watch national news/stock market ticker.Connection: Comcast cable - no cable box nor cable card.The following descriptions of picture quality were made using analog channels.PROS- Screen displays a picture within 8 seconds of powering on, compared to 15 seconds on the replaced 17" Phillips LCD.- The 'blank' time between (changing) channels is about three seconds less than the Phillips, but comparable to two other 32" Sony digital/HD TVs.- Initial setup was reasonably intuitive. Additionally, lack of picture sharpness is particularly annoying; objects often appear grainy and people's faces appear to have an excess of makeup to the point of blurring definiton of detail.
Disabling Auto Volume helps maintain levels from channel-to-channel, but the sound level (volume) drops a bit.- The set is described on Samsung's web site as having "Touch of Color(tm) (which) adds a sophisticated touch to the bezel".
We are very pleased. I requested a replacement and received it in 2 days. Poor contrast and just not a sharp or color correct picture. I would recommend this one. The first one was shipped very fast. Upon receipt, the color could not be properly adjusted. This one has a perfect picture and the sound is not bad for a small TV.
The tv is slim and looks beautiful on the outside. The picture is amazing.
A great buy. I wish I had ordered this tv sooner so I could have watched the entire college football season on it.
CBS in HD looks absolutely outstanding. Everything seems sturdy and the tv came with everything needed to setup and start watching within 10 minutes.
I received my new Samsung tv in less than week after ordering from Amazon and receiving the free shipping. I was able to pick up a few HD channels with a small indoor antenna.
This tv is perfect for my bedroom and the volume is not an issue in a small room.
Wal Mart and other stores were selling old models of the 22" Samsung for prices in the $300-$350 range. Excellent picture viewed from the bed since the LCD is pointed that way. Instructions for set up and viewing gave me some difficulty but that might be an age problem on my part. All in all I am very pleased with this purchase. TV arrived within several days of ordering same. Packaging was excellent and the TV arrived in perfect condition. Angle viewing beyond about 35 degrees from straight on causes considerable fading but not a problem for watching from the bed.
I am very happy with the purchase. You can always add bookshelf speakers. Decent volumn but no base. The picture is brilliant in HD with vivid colors. With some adjustment, the sound was passable. Once you see the fantastic picture, you expect a rich base sound experience to accompany a movie.
Get real. Setup was easy. In this model, two 3watt speakers. Most of the reviews on this model, as well as other small TV's rate sound as mediocre. And the sound is ok, not great. The TV is perfect for a small room (bedroom, dorm, kitchen, etc) and should not be compared to much larger units.
But remember, small TV's have small speakers. Not the case.
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