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Samsung - 40" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV

Model: LN40B640 | SKU: 9299831


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Best Buy Exclusive! Enjoy lush images in stunning detail with this HDTV that features an 80,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and a Wide Color Enhancer 3 and Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp for vibrant picture quality. A fast 4 ms response time reduces blurring and streaking.

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What's Included

  • Samsung 40" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV
  • Swivel stand
  • Remote
  • Owner's manual

Product Features

  • Built-in HDTV tuner
    Add HD-capable antenna to receive over-the-air high-definition broadcasts, where available. Optional set-top box required for high-definition satellite programming.
  • 39.9" screen measured diagonally from corner to corner
    Brings your favorite movies to life.
  • HD-grade (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution
    Supports 1080p signals for stunning image clarity.
  • 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio
    Delivers a cinema-style entertainment experience.
  • Wide Color Enhancer 3 and CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp)
    Provide a vast array of colors for vibrant picture quality.
  • 80,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
    For clearer images and more accurate color representation, even during scenes where both bright and dark images are present.
  • Ultrafast 4 ms response time
    Eliminate blurring and streaking in fast-action scenes and video games.
  • InfoLink
    Lets you check stock quotes, scores, weather and other RSS content at the touch of a button.
  • 2 built-in 10W speakers
    With SRS TruSurround HD to deliver a virtual surround sound experience.
  • Ultraslim (3" deep)
    Ideal for wall mounting (with optional mounting kit, not included). Swivel stand lets you easily view the TV from different angles.
  • 2 USB 2.0 ports
    For quick connection of a digital camera or other USB device.
  • PC input
    Lets you connect your computer to experience high-resolution images.
  • 4 HDMI inputs
    Provide an uncompressed all-digital audio/video link for the highest quality connection and they support copy-protected HD broadcast content.
  • Inputs
    Include 4 HDMI (3 rear, 1 side), 2 component video (rear), 2 composite (1 rear, 1 side), 1 Ethernet (rear) and 1 PC (rear).
  • Outputs
    Include 1 optical audio (rear).
  • V-Chip parental controls
    Give you the option of blocking undesirable material that you don't want your kids to see.
  • ENERGY STAR qualified
    Designed to use less energy and meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy.
  • Touch of Color design
    Accents the top and bottom edges of the bezel with a unique gray tone.
  • Additional features
    Include game mode, picture-in-picture, sleep timer and trilingual (English, French, Spanish) on-screen menus.

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  • Warranty Terms - Parts
    1 year
  • Warranty Terms - Labor
    1 year
  • Product Height
    27-2/5" with stand (25" without)
  • Product Width
    40-8/9"
  • Product Weight
    42.8 lbs. with stand (34.4 lbs. without)
  • Product Depth
    10" with stand (3" without)
  • TV Type
    LCD Flat-Panel
  • Screen Size Class
    40"
  • Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)
    39.9"
  • Aspect Ratio
    16:9
  • Vertical Resolution
    1080p
  • Screen Refresh Rate
    120Hz
  • Internet Connectable
    Yes
  • PC Inputs
    1
  • USB Port
    Yes
  • Media Card Slot
    No
  • HDMI Inputs
    4
  • DVI Inputs
    No
  • S-Video Inputs
    No
  • Component Video Inputs
    2
  • Composite Inputs
    2
  • Audio Outputs
    1
  • Speakers
    2
  • Speaker Location
    Bottom
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified
    Yes
  • Language Options
    English, French, Spanish
  • V-Chip
    Yes
  • Sleep Timer
    Sleep timer, yes; alarm, no
  • Watts/Channel
    10
  • Ethernet Port
    Yes

Included Items

  • Samsung 40" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV
  • Swivel stand
  • Remote
  • Owner's manual

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