Samsung TV UN46B8500XFXZA

Samsung UN46B8500XFXZA
46-inch 240Hz 1080p LED Backlit LCD HDTV-UN46B8500

The cutting-edge Samsung UN46B8500XFXZA delivers gorgeous high-definition images and sports a sleek design that blends seamlessly with just about any room. At the edges of the cabinet, you'll find acrylic highlights that accentuate the TV's modern look. Plus, this HDTV is network-ready, giving you entertainment options that go beyond regular television viewing.

An LED backlight with local dimming for improved picture contrast
While conventional LCD HDTVs use a fluorescent backlight, the UN46B8500 uses an LED backlighting system. An array of bright white LEDs behind the LCD panel illuminates the image. The UN46B8500 also features "local dimming," which means that the brightness level of different sections of the LED array can be controlled independently. This allows the UN46B8500 to display both light and dark portions of the same image with remarkable accuracy, for new levels of depth and realism with everything you watch. An LED backlight is also more energy-efficient. In fact, Samsung's 2009 LED HDTVs consume up to 40% less power than last year's conventional LCD sets.

240Hz refresh rate for super-clean motion
A 60Hz screen refresh rate is still the norm for LCD TVs, but the UN46B8500 ups it to 240Hz. Samsung's Auto Motion Plus technology inserts three entirely new frames in between each original one, creating the clearest picture with the smoothest motion possible on an LCD set. Images look incredibly clean and lifelike, no matter how hectic the on-screen action gets. You'll definitely want to give this TV a look if you're a fan of sports, action movies, or video games.

Details:

45.9" screen (measured diagonally)
widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
Touch of Color reflective acrylic bezel
built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)
Ultra Clear LCD panel (1920 x 1080 pixels)
LED backlight with local dimming for high contrast and natural colors
Auto Motion Plus 240Hz anti-blur technology for clearer motion
2-millisecond pixel response time
7,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
1-tuner picture-in-picture
built-in down-firing stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
Internet-capable with Internet@TV content streaming and customizable Widgets (requires broadband service)
can stream content from a DLNA-compliant media server (wireless capable with optional USB adapter)
pre-loaded HD content, including an image gallery, recipes, and games
illuminated remote control
Anynet+ simplifies control of compatible Samsung components via the HDMI connection (HDMI-CEC)
picture settings memory for each video input

Connections and Dimensions:

5 A/V inputs, including:
1 component video (selectable component/composite)
4 HDMI v1.3 — accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz)
PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
RF input for antenna/cable signals
Ethernet port
optical digital audio output for Dolby® Digital
stereo minijack audio output (mini-to-RCA adapter required for a connection to most audio components)
2 USB ports (1 for digital video/photo/MP3 playback, 1 for Samsung's wireless USB adapter)
Energy Star® 3.0 compliant — see our article on TV power consumption for more info about this and other testing standards
detachable swivel stand
wall-mountable (bracket not included)
44-1/2"W x 27-1/8"H x 1-5/8"D (30"H x 11"D on stand)
weight: 54.1 lbs. with stand; 41.2 lbs. without stand
warranty: 1 year parts & labor — in-home service or pick-up for service
Extended Service Plans Available