Reaching high-definition heights
Keep an eye on the big game while working in the office, fall asleep to a movie in the bedroom, or cook along with your favorite TV chef in the kitchen with your Samsung 40" LCD HDTV. From Samsung's highly advanced D550 series, this 40" LCD HDTV launches your home video experience into high-speed. With a powerful 1080p resolution and 60Hz, the LN40D550 gives you incredible image clarity and sharp features. You'll be able to see every move during a car chase with Samsung's Clear Motion Rate technology. And, you'll be able to hear the wheels turning with Dolby Digital Plus and SRS TheaterSound.
Sharing is caring with AllShare
Instantly turn your Samsung HDTV into a multi-tasking multimedia system! The LN40D550's innovative AllShare DLNA networking feature lets you feed content from other digital devices straight to your TV for you to enjoy on the big screen. Stunning image quality, a brilliant resolution, and convenient multimedia capabilities. What else could you ask for?
The smart connection... get more from your HDTV
Think your TV is only for surfing channels? Think again! The Samsung LN40D550 instantly transforms into a computer monitor via the handy PC input. Stream media from your PC or other compatible devices any time you want. Samsung's smart ConnectShare JPEG technology lets you plug in a thumb drive or other USB device right into your TV, thus accessing a host of media files for you to share with your friends and family. Watch movies, check out home videos, access music playlists, view pictures, and more! The built-in user-friendly menu makes sharing easy and fun.
Easy on the eyes
Samsung's Touch of Color bezel design adds an elegant and subtle accent at the frame's edge. A perfect fit for your home decor, the Touch of Color feature is sure to turn heads even when the TV is off.
A green future
What's more? A natural over-achiever, Samsung's LN40D550 exceeds ENERGY STAR standards. Not only does the LN40D550 satisfy the U.S. government's ENERGY STAR 4.0 qualifications, it surpasses those requirements by an impressive 30%. And as you know, reduced energy consumption is good for Mother Nature and your pocket book. This energy-efficient model would be a welcome addition to any home.
The future of HDMI
Bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, Samsung's LN40D550 features 4 HDMI inputs (version 1.4). HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p. Your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format. Since HDMI carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any HDMI-enabled source and display device. No more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. Also, HDMI is fully backward-compatible with DVI. (Please note that a physical adapter, sold separately, is needed to make the conversion from HDMI to DVI.)
What's included in the box
Samsung 40" LN40D550 LCD TV, stand, remote control, user guide
First HD TV for a geezer (April 02, 2012)
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Reviewed By: Jerry S. - West Hills, CA
After a good deal of research and a downward size compromise with my sweetie, we ordered this one. The price was right, it came on time and was very securely packed.
As far as how it works, it exceeds expectations. Its on a turntable so can be oriented to where we are sitting. We use Time Warner cable. The picture is very clear, the sound is excellent for the speaker size. I can read numbers stocks and scores from way back.
I can recommend it. Samsung has it figured out, except…. The setup instructions. They must have been written by drunk engineer types. It should be rewritten by users as you waste a lot of time getting it to work. The instructions are unclear, they assume you know what their abbreviations mean and they lump cable and antenna instructions together creating unnecessary confusion. Very frustrating.
Super Picture (March 16, 2012)
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Reviewed By: Scott A. - San Diego, CA
Bought this TV as a second, for the master bedroom. The quality and clarity of the picture is outstanding. I wish my cable service provider could keep up with the speed of operation of this Samsung.
Samsung 40' LCD 1080P HDTV LN40D550 (December 27, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Dave S. - Bozeman, MT
I bought this to replace my moms aging non-HD TV. This is the second one of these I have purchased and the third Samsung TV overall. The picture quality is outstanding, sound is very good for a TV - we added a Yamaha YAS101 sound bar. Overall a very good value.
Excellent Price and Service (December 07, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Jimmy S. - Longview, TX
Ordered two TV for daughters for Christmas. Havent been able to view them, but felt comfortable ordering TV based on numerous positive reviews. Therefore my ratings below required are based on Vanns and my expectations of the TV. The price, no shipping fee and quick delivery made Vanns a no brainer option. Service rep also stated that the long delay to see TV will not impact returning for full credit after Christmas if there is a problem. Very customer oriented.
Samsung LN40D550 (December 04, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Paul T. - Manhattan Beach, CA
First time I used Vanns, who had the best price & good retailer reviews on Amazons website. Called Vanns to inquire about delivery - surprise! spoke to a live person who answered my question. Delivery was on time & we are very pleased with the Samsung which fits perfectly into our bedroom armoire. Thank you Vanns!
Disgusted! (November 18, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Tim A. - Bozeman, MT
I strongly recommend consumers to steer away from Samsung. I have purchased 3 Samsung products over the past few years and every one of them has broken within 2.5 years. From a 40 1080 HDTV to Large Kitchen Appliances, all have failed and Samsung refused to repair. I appealed to Samsung several times in different formats with ZERO results. Samsung is an inferior product that markets itself as Superior. Vanns Electronics Store has been reputable and helpful, I have no problem with Vanns...Samsung is the problem.
Nice TV (October 25, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Richard A. - Tallahassee, FL
Good TV, Vanns shipped it fast and secure. It should come with a wall mount. I made one for $6.00 with some 18 steel cable and M6 1 bolts from Lowes. Im happy with it so far.
40D550 (September 29, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Terry B. - Appleton, WI
Bought this TV through Vanns in the clearance center. I would never know if it were repaired or used. Packaged perfectly like new and shows no signs of use. Cant beat the price. Well worth the savings to by at clearance. Love the set. All channels come in clear and easy set up. Looks great and once again Vanns came through for me. Vanns is the only place I shop electronics.
Samsung 40 inch LCD flat screen TV (July 05, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Julio C. - Richmond, VA
Looks amazing with HD channels and Blu Ray players!
Great Viewing! (June 21, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Midori O. - Castaic, CA
The packaging for the TV was the best I've seen - knew immediately that the TV had arrived in excellent shape. The setup was absolutely a breeze. While I have not tested the various networking, etc. features, I am very impressed with the color, sound and clarity of the TV. This is a perfect size for my bedroom and I often doze off while watching it. The only negative issue is the response time when turning the TV on and changing channels but this is minor. Overall, this is a great TV quality-wise and price-wise.
A real win situation (May 12, 2011)
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Reviewed By: Peter F. - Aventura, FL
I ordered 2 TVs from Vanns-Samsung 40 #550-They are great- A very low price for a great TV-The color , sound and operation are all very easy-Color is great and it has so many operational levels that give great clear pictures-easy stand to put on and no problems at all-we set them up in 2 rooms and they look and operate really well-They came packaged extremely well protected-carton in a carton with padding- they were also shipped as Vanns promised and arrived perfectly. Vanns is a really reliable firm to buy from.
Comparison Specifications
- Resolution: full HD, 1080p
- Connections: 4 HDMI, 2 USB
- Audio: Dolby Digital Plus, SRS TheaterSound, 10W x 2
- Component video inputs: 2 (back)
- Component audio inputs: 2 (back)
- Digital audio: 1 (back)
- PC audio input: 1 (back)
- Reception: 10W x 2 audio power stereo broadcast reception
Additional Specifications
- ConnectShare Movie
- Touch of Color design
- Exceeds ENERGY STAR standards
- AllShare DLNA networking
- Supports multi-channel sound (MTS) and second audio program (SAP) with 181-channel capacity
Dimensional Specifications
- Dimensions: 39.1" W x 24.1" H x 3.2" D without stand / 39.1" x 26.3" x 10.0" with stand
- Weight: 31.4 lbs. without stand / 38.6 lbs. with stand
Samsung LN40D550 Warranty Details
1 year warranty
