2009/11/07

Samsung LN22B360 22-Inch 720p LCD HDTV


Description

Imagine crisp details in dark or bright scenes and action scenes that are smooth and realistic. This 22" LCD TV makes that happen and delivers the most amazing picture quality. Plus no matter if you're watching over-
the-air high definition digital broadcast TV or connecting to a cable service, the integrated digital tuner has you covered. Seeing is believing with the Samsung LN22B360 HDTV.


 Details

  • Amazon Sales Rank: #11 in Television
  • Color: Black
  • Brand: Samsung
  • Model: LN22B360
  • Released on: 2009-03-16
  • Dimensions: 15.10" h x 22.00" w x 3.00" l, 11.20 pounds
  • Display size: 22
Features

  • 22-inch high definition TV with 720p resolution
  • One HDMI, two component, and one composite video input
  • Improved picture with 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 8ms response time and Wide Color Enhancer 2 technology
  • Two 3W bottom speakers and SRS TruSurround HD for a rich surround-sound experience from two speakers
  • One-year parts and labor warranty
From the Manufacturer


Manufacturer's Description (April 23, 2009)

Imagine crisp details in dark or bright scenes and action scenes that are smooth and realistic. This 22" LCD TV makes that happen and delivers the most amazing picture quality. Plus no matter if you're watching over-the-air high definition digital broadcast TV or connecting to a cable service, the integrated digital tuner has you covered. Seeing is believing with the Samsung LN22B360 HDTV. It's an ideal HDTV for smaller rooms. The 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 8ms response time and Wide Color Enhancer 2 technology help deliver a more realistic picture quality. Its elegant “piano black” cabinet looks equally as amazing. With a variety of connections, including one HDMI input, one PC input and a headphone jack, easily connect digital devices such as a DVD player or PC while listening through a headset.

15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
Contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this LCD TV. Watch movies and shows come to life with enhanced details in very dark or bright scenes. Enjoy a more realistic, sharper picture quality that's sure to catch your eye.

Built-In Digital Tuner
All Samsung LCD HDTVs have an integrated digital tuner. So, whether you're watching over-the-air HD digital broadcasts or connecting to cable/satellite service, Samsung has got you covered.

SRS TruSurround XT HD
Samsung TVs are equipped with impressive audio technology--built-in speakers deliver an enhanced, virtual surround-sound listening experience that brings your HDTV experience to another level.


8ms Response
One of the most important features for an LCD panel is the pixel response time. Response time refers to the amount of time it takes a pixel to "refresh" itself-to go from being active to being inactive, (ready to be re-activated). The lower the milliseconds, the faster the response time. A very fast 8ms response time virtually eliminates any blurring and gives you smooth-motion action scenes.


Wide Color Enhancer 2
Whereas blue and green shaded areas of the picture are washed out on conventional screens, wide color enhancer lets you experience more brilliant colors. Simply imagine a wider range of color than you ever thought possible.

ENERGY STAR Compliant
By being ENERGY STAR compliant you are assured that your SAMSUNG model is helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy promoting energy efficiency.

Game Mode
Get in the game with enhanced blacks, sharp picture quality and optimum audio. At the touch of a button, game mode speeds up the image processing response so you get the most out of your gaming experience.

What's in the Box
Samsung LN22B360 22-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Remote control, TV stand, Cover bottom, Hardware, Owner's instructions, Warranty card, Safety guide manual, Cleaning cloth

Connections

  • 1 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) vrsion 1.3: rear
  • 1 Component video: rear
  • 1 Composite inputs: rear (shared with component)
  • 1 Optical sound output: rear
  • 1 PC input: rear
  • Headphone jack
Customer Reviews


Their Getting Better All The Time
I'm not very good at the specifics, But I just had to be the first to say this is an excellent LCD. I Replaced my 19' Samsung with this 21' & I've been Impressed by the picture. The much needed improvements needed over the LN19A450 were very much needed.

This is a third gen LCD; sound is a little better with adjustments, but still the same speakers (Use Exteral Speakers), picture is much better & with the adustable backlight feature makes the picture a much deeper, richer screen to view. It has all the hookups you'll need Except it only has 1-HDMI input. The Price is Right & Shipping is Free.

...then Goldilocks said, "This one is just right."

I originally bought the LN22B350, the latest unit in this series, but had to return it. You can read my review on it, but in short, it was because despite the literature stating that it has one composite AND one component input, it actually should read one composite OR one component. You could only use one or the other because they share the video input jack. So, after viewing an actual image of the input panel on this unit, I took a baby step back and ordered the B360.

Wait a minute! Amazon gave me a backhanded "upgrade" by erroneously shipping the LN22A450. The 4 series is better than the 3 series, but the A series is older than the B series. They were willing to let me keep it, but after doing a little bit of research I found that the technology has leapt forward since it was made. Among other things, it had only a 3000:1 contrast ratio whereas this one has 15,000:1. These days there's little difference between the massive numbers spun out by manufacturers unless you're in a high tech calibration setting, but when you talking one that low, it's not a good thing. So, one more swap and I got the LN22B360.

I really like this set. Unless you're an audiophile, there's not a single thing wrong with the sound. There are different settings and a bit of an equalizer to customize, and at the level of 44, the volume is excellent. People just need to understand that no manufacturer is going to put high end audio in a unit at this price point. The 22-inch set is not the one you want to pay $500 for, or should need that kind of audio. You're not going to get a lot of the bells and whistles you get with the bigger sets because that's not what people are using their small TVs for.

So after one that was too new for my old equipment, and one that was too old for the technology, this one is just right. I chose Samsung for the on/off timer, of which this unit has three, and the options there are better than expected--select all days, weekdays, weekends, etc. The set-up was easy, the remote balanced (though no back light), buttons are a good size and arranged fairly intelligently. The smaller screen makes the 720p and 60hz non-issues. Since I don't pay for premium services, it was nice to see several channels airing in HD without a converter box. And on the down-low, I'm getting intermittent On Demand broadcasts, though I do wish whoever ordered them would take fewer potty breaks. Too much pausing and rewind. LOL!

I'm very satisfied with this purchase and hope to buy its big brother (46") in the future after I'm sure Samsung is the way to go (and I think it is).

too many sound complaints
I got this T.V. off amazon in march and I've had it for a little more than two weeks. I am very impressed with the product; it is a great T.V. for my ROOM, which is why I can't understand the problems people are having with the sound. First of all, the T.V. has good sound for one that is more suited for a bedroom (not a master sized); I don't believe it's best suited for either the kitchen or living room (both too big). If you are that concerned about the sound, you can just plug in some computer speakers in the headphone jack for some richer sound, samsung didn't just build that in the set to make it look pretty. And if you're looking for a more expensive solution, then there's always digital audio. It's silly to expect that you're going to get the same kind of sound from a 22' inch that you would get on a 32' inch or larger. But everyone seems to agree that it has an excellent picture; images are clear and crisp, even in standard definition. Don't be influenced by the "bad sound" comments, it's a good buy.

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