Samsung LN19B650 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

19-inch LCD HDTV with 720p resolution–fantastic for smaller rooms
15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 8ms response time, Wide Color Enhancer 2 for more vivid colors
Stylish Touch of Color design; game mode speeds up image processing response
Inputs: 1 HDMI, 1 component, 1 composite, 1 PC, 1 optical digital audio output
Includes removable stand; measures 18.6 x 14.3 x 7.5 inches with stand

Product Description
Samsung¿s LN19B650 takes your HDTV enjoyment, and capabilities, to new heights. The power of HD 720P resolution delivers clear, vivid images on a 19-inch LCD screen. Connect your DVD or Blu-ray Disc player easily, using the HDMI input. SRS TruSurround HD sound provides the huge, crystal-clear audio to match all the HD excitement. And highlight nearly any room in the house with a unique charcoal grey accent at the bezel¿s edge, courtesy of the Touch of Color design. The Wide Color Enhancer renders the most vivid tones, for a more realistic picture quality.
Samsung LN19B650 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

Customers Reviews:

John N. Schear says:
January 6, 2010 at 7:15 am 
August 8, 2009

Now to the TV. The antenna that I ordered has yet to arrive so I used my cable connection to define the quality of the picture and sound. I must say that the cable source provided a picture and sound just about as clean as I could expect for a 720 resolution TV. It is the same overall picture as the LN22A650 I have installed in computer room except it is has tad smaller picture and footprint.

The sound is nothing to brag about; but, it is not tinny nor full. It is the sound provided by two small speakers. I can hear all that I need to hear for a kitchen TV.

From a comparative aspect, I would suggest that a LN19A650 is better than this LN19B650 because the footprint of the A is larger than the B thusly providing more support. Neither stand Swivels, so no issue. Touch of Color (ToC) is no real issue except it appears to cost more for some reason. Profit I reckon would be the answer. Personally I would prefer a small bezel compared to the bezel on a B or A. I just do not like paying more for clutter such as the ToC provides.

If you are reading this for the first time you may not want to read the below even though it might have something to do with your choice making processes. I am pleased with my buy regardless of my somewhat aside comments. It does everything that I bought it for.

August 5, 2009

I start this review with the full intent of returning to complete it as soon as I get all the pieces together. Missing from my list is an antenna so that I can get airborne TV. The location of the TV will be such that my local Cox cable cannot or better yet will not make a connection for me that has to be split. They are more than willing to drop another line at the current monthly recurring cost which their policy. So I am going with airborne instead and that requires an antenna and it might be shipped between now and August 10 according to Amazon.

The TV, Boss. The TV. O.K. Since I have no thought about the TV working yet, I do have a few comments about elements about the TV. This is my third LN650 from Samsung. The other 2 are exactly what I ordered. This one is not as advertised by Amazon and Samsung. Amazon said it has a Swivel Base. Mine does not even though it is a Model LN19B650. Samsung technical staff said it does not come with a swivel stand. Additionally, Amazon said it is a RED Touch of Color. Mine is a BLACK Touch of Color. Samsung said it should be Gray (or is that Grey?). Luckily, I had a modicum of innate hook-em-up experience and setting the TV up was honestly simple especially compared to a full blown high definition TV. I fully expected Amazon and Samsung to no less tell the buyers the truth. Others have written the same or similar comments about the lacking items. What else is missing? I sure hope that I will not have to depend on my local monopoly to provide the source. When I get the antenna and hook it up I will fill in the missing and admittedly the most vital matters: The TV itself.
Rating: 3 / 5

Webster says:
January 6, 2010 at 7:44 am 

This T.V. is fine save for the sound quality which is not fantastic. Many is the time when the sound seems garbled.
Rating: 3 / 5

ClassicPost says:
January 6, 2010 at 9:29 am 

I’ve been looking for an affordable lcd with 120Hz refresh. I came across this unit, seeing that the description, in multiple places, claims 120Hz. I also went to Samsung’s (the manufacturer) page for this model. It explictly says the unit does NOT run at 120Hz.

Check it yourself in the Specifications page – ” LCD 120Hz = No”
Rating: 4 / 5

M. H. KAPLAN says:
January 6, 2010 at 12:03 pm 

Nice looking, sleek TV. Picture quality and station reception is superior to a Sharp brand in my possession. Problem with fit of power input in back of TV; the plug is NOT a excellent fit, and I had to tape it down to get the set to work. Sound quality is harsh and tinny. I would have second thoughts about buying it again.Samsung LN19A450 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black
Rating: 3 / 5

L. Weber says:
January 6, 2010 at 12:19 pm 

Fantastic value and best quality i could find for a small set. the controls are all on the front so you dont have to fumble for them and the design is symmetrical vs. some sets that add curves to the overall dimensions.
Rating: 4 / 5
Samsung LN19B650 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

Samsung LN37B550 37-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

37-inch LCD HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution for the sharpest picture possible and red Touch of Color design
70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 6ms response time, Wide Color Enhancer 2 for more vivid colors
Game mode speeds up image processing response; side-mounted USB port for showing JPEG/MPEG files and listening to MP3 audio
Inputs: 4 HDMI-CEC, 2 component, 1 composite, 1 PC, 1 USB, 1 optical digital audio output
Includes removable stand; measures 36.1 x 25.9 x 10 inches with stand

Product Description
Step up to the power of Full HD on a 37-inch LCD screen, with Samsung¿s LN37B550. The incredible 1080p resolution, the highest available, with Wide Color Enhancer renders the most crisp vivid tones, in every frame for the most realistic picture quality. Black tones and shadows are strikingly superb, thanks to the 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. The attractive Touch of Color design, a red accent at the bezel¿s edge, lights up any room. A quick 6ms response time offers smooth, clear action. Watch or listen to files from your favorite media player, using the USB 2.0 input. Connecting your DVD, cable or satellite HD box, or Blu-ray Disc player is a snap, with four HDMI inputs. And thanks to SRS TruSurround HD technology, all the HD excitement sounds as incredible as it looks.
Samsung LN37B550 37-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

Customers Reviews:
 
A. Donaldson says:
January 6, 2010 at 2:39 am


I am unaware of how this product is, because I have yet to receive it! I was told it would be here tues the second of september and they just called me to let me know they do not deliver on those days to my town. And they will call me later this week to let me know when they will be delivering it! This is my first time ordering off of Amazon and I am already not pleased and I have not even received my product!!!!!
Rating: 1 / 5

Christian B. Hochstatter says:
January 6, 2010 at 3:41 am

I ordered this a week ago with standard shipping (should be 3-5 days). I recently found out that a truck leaves for my side of Washington (the eastern side) on Monday, and does not return to the warehouse in Seattle until Friday.

Well, the TV just got to the warehouse today (Tuesday), meaning it will be sitting in a warehouse for a week until they finally get someone to deliver it the last 250 miles.

When ordering this item, I would recommend you check to see what the closest Pilot Air location is to you. If it is quite a ways away, you could expect to have an arrival date much, much later than you were hoping.

As I do not yet have the TV, I will write a review on it when I really get it.
Rating: 3 / 5

Monica Newton says:
January 6, 2010 at 5:24 am

The TV is OK, nothing like the series 750, but please Samsung, the red touch of color starts to peel off after a few months.

I have the 750 series in my living room and it is in miserable condition peeling al around.

Rating: 3 / 5

M. Koeppen says:
January 6, 2010 at 6:57 am 

Well this is my second Samsung LCD TV- my other is a 53″. I bought this one for the bedroom with fact of my first Samsung has been flawless and when we have company our guests always compliment on the quality of the picture. This TV as well has a fantastic picture and no complaints about the sound. My only let down was for the “Touch of Color” bezel. Excellent job Samsung for your marketing – if you place your TV in a darker room – don’t waste your money on a colored bezel because it doesn’t show up – there is no ambient glow like they would lead you to believe – when I called Samsung’s customer service about this issue – suprise – the associate read off the que card how sorry they were that there was a misunderstanding – guess I wasn’t the first and I’m sure I won’t be the last – but shame on me for not doing a better job on my home work.
Rating: 4 / 5

J. T. Carr says:
January 6, 2010 at 8:55 am 

This Samsung replaced my 8 year ancient 26″ Sony. I do not have a HD signal yet, but I can’t imagine receiving a better picture. The ancient Sony weighed at least 100 pounds and I had to get my wife to help me get it out of the cabinet. This Samsung is light as a feather compared to the Sony behemoth. I have been waiting years for the LCDs to come down to my price range and I’m glad I waited. A brilliant product!
Rating: 5 / 5