ChrisGgr
Distinguished Member
UPDATED FIRST POST 29/08/08
Its the new Samsung 100Hz full HD tv series which replace the F86 ones.
KEY SPECS
FULL HD 1080P 1920X1080
24P COMPATIBLE
Dynamic contrast 50.000:1(40",46",52")
Dynamic contrast 15.000:1(32",37")
100Hz(not the 32")
USB 2.0
4XHDMI 1.3 anynet
Crystal Design
Freeview
SRS TRU surround XT
DLNe pro
Movie Plus
Ultra Clear Panel(not the 37")
6ms Response Time
Rose Black colour
Available at 37",40",46" and 52"
FULL SPECS
http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dgb7kfk3_1cfjn57db
FAQ UPDATED 02/09/08
1.Do all series models have the same specs?
-No,the 32" models dont have 100Hz,the 37" has 100Hz but doesnt have ultra clear panel and the dynamic contrast on 32",37" is 15.000:1 vs 50.000:1 on the bigger A656 brothers.The panel on the 37" is not S-PVA.
2.Do A656 series accept 1080p over all inputs?
-Yes it has been confirmed.
3.What are the exact dimensions of all models with and withought stand?
-Look at the full specs google spreadsheet.
4.Does the code in the end of the model number means any difference?
-No there is no difference
5.Is 1:1 pixel mapping possible via HDMI,DVI,VGA,Component possible?
-Yes
6.How do I enter the service menu?
PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN ENTERING THE SERVICE MENU,YOU MAY CAUSE DAMAGE
-Put TV on standby, then press info, menu, mute, power.Please note your settings in case you do any mistake and unless you know what are you doing dont enter it!
7.What is the latest firmware version for A656 series?
-The latest version of fw is the 1015,see next question for download
8.How do I update my fw version?
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING THE FIRMWARE UPDATE
DO NOT TAKE OUT THE PLUG BEFORE THE UPDATE COMPLETES
-On the samsung website there are full instructions.
http://ars.samsung.com/customer/ctr..._ID=-1&AT_ID=128203&PROD_SUB_ID=0&PROD_ID=154
fw 1015 officially on the samsung site
http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/d...pe=D&vType=R&cttID=1961872&prd_ia_cd=02010100
the previous fw versions can be downloaded from the following link
http://www.samplex.org/?page_id=49
9.My model number in the end is different than that specified in the samsung website as possible to do the update,can I complete the update successfully?
-Yes withought any problem.
10.What are the current issues with this set and do them affect a big number of sets?
-There is an out of focus problem/blurring which is fixed with the 1007.2 fw or newer.Furthermore there have been some reports about filkering/hum bars but it has affected very few sets and seems like the fw has fixed the filkering too.Also some of the 46" seem to be affected by a purple haze which is visible on a viewing angle(not straight looking).An other issue that some notice is the input lag on gaming.
11.What's the sky remote code for this tv?
-The code is 0646
WARNING:do NOT clean the frame/bezel or even the screen panel using the microfiber cloth that came with the TV.This causes many scratches on the screen and the bezel.there are many available cloths in the market which do better job
MANUAL
http://www.samsung.com/ie/support/productsupport/download/index.aspx
HIGH RESOLUTION PIC
http://presse.samsung.de/webdownloads/pressedownloads/LCD650_46_L30 (350dpi).JPG
REVIEWS HERE
http://whathifi.com/television/arch...n-samsung-s-le40a656-40in-full-hd-lcd-tv.aspx
http://www.trustedreviews.com/tvs/review/2008/04/12/Samsung-LE40A656-40in-LCD-TV/p1
http://www.hdtvtest.co.uk/Samsung-LE40A656/
SETTINGS THREAD
http://www.avforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=757072
MSRP for the 40" is £1299
PANEL SPECS
LE32A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 15.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00537A LCD-PANEL;LTF320HA02,8bit,32inch,16.7M,1
LE40A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00529A LCD-PANEL;LTF400HC01,10bit,40inch,1.07B
LE46A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00530A LCD-PANEL;LTF460HE01,10bit,46inch,1.07B
LE52A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00531A LCD-PANEL;LTF520HE01,10bit,52inch,1.07B
FW UPDATE
http://ars.samsung.com/customer/ctr..._ID=-1&AT_ID=128203&PROD_SUB_ID=0&PROD_ID=154
SETTINGS SPREADSHEET
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pJh7ZrcvJ6qdJzDxoPqrGZw
Thanks KeanosMagichat for the contribution
Its the new Samsung 100Hz full HD tv series which replace the F86 ones.
KEY SPECS
FULL HD 1080P 1920X1080
24P COMPATIBLE
Dynamic contrast 50.000:1(40",46",52")
Dynamic contrast 15.000:1(32",37")
100Hz(not the 32")
USB 2.0
4XHDMI 1.3 anynet
Crystal Design
Freeview
SRS TRU surround XT
DLNe pro
Movie Plus
Ultra Clear Panel(not the 37")
6ms Response Time
Rose Black colour
Available at 37",40",46" and 52"
FULL SPECS
http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dgb7kfk3_1cfjn57db
FAQ UPDATED 02/09/08
1.Do all series models have the same specs?
-No,the 32" models dont have 100Hz,the 37" has 100Hz but doesnt have ultra clear panel and the dynamic contrast on 32",37" is 15.000:1 vs 50.000:1 on the bigger A656 brothers.The panel on the 37" is not S-PVA.
2.Do A656 series accept 1080p over all inputs?
-Yes it has been confirmed.
3.What are the exact dimensions of all models with and withought stand?
-Look at the full specs google spreadsheet.
4.Does the code in the end of the model number means any difference?
-No there is no difference
5.Is 1:1 pixel mapping possible via HDMI,DVI,VGA,Component possible?
-Yes
6.How do I enter the service menu?
PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN ENTERING THE SERVICE MENU,YOU MAY CAUSE DAMAGE
-Put TV on standby, then press info, menu, mute, power.Please note your settings in case you do any mistake and unless you know what are you doing dont enter it!
7.What is the latest firmware version for A656 series?
-The latest version of fw is the 1015,see next question for download
8.How do I update my fw version?
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING THE FIRMWARE UPDATE
DO NOT TAKE OUT THE PLUG BEFORE THE UPDATE COMPLETES
-On the samsung website there are full instructions.
http://ars.samsung.com/customer/ctr..._ID=-1&AT_ID=128203&PROD_SUB_ID=0&PROD_ID=154
fw 1015 officially on the samsung site
http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/d...pe=D&vType=R&cttID=1961872&prd_ia_cd=02010100
the previous fw versions can be downloaded from the following link
http://www.samplex.org/?page_id=49
9.My model number in the end is different than that specified in the samsung website as possible to do the update,can I complete the update successfully?
-Yes withought any problem.
10.What are the current issues with this set and do them affect a big number of sets?
-There is an out of focus problem/blurring which is fixed with the 1007.2 fw or newer.Furthermore there have been some reports about filkering/hum bars but it has affected very few sets and seems like the fw has fixed the filkering too.Also some of the 46" seem to be affected by a purple haze which is visible on a viewing angle(not straight looking).An other issue that some notice is the input lag on gaming.
11.What's the sky remote code for this tv?
-The code is 0646
WARNING:do NOT clean the frame/bezel or even the screen panel using the microfiber cloth that came with the TV.This causes many scratches on the screen and the bezel.there are many available cloths in the market which do better job
MANUAL
http://www.samsung.com/ie/support/productsupport/download/index.aspx
HIGH RESOLUTION PIC
http://presse.samsung.de/webdownloads/pressedownloads/LCD650_46_L30 (350dpi).JPG
REVIEWS HERE
http://whathifi.com/television/arch...n-samsung-s-le40a656-40in-full-hd-lcd-tv.aspx
http://www.trustedreviews.com/tvs/review/2008/04/12/Samsung-LE40A656-40in-LCD-TV/p1
http://www.hdtvtest.co.uk/Samsung-LE40A656/
SETTINGS THREAD
http://www.avforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=757072
MSRP for the 40" is £1299
PANEL SPECS
LE32A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 15.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00537A LCD-PANEL;LTF320HA02,8bit,32inch,16.7M,1
LE40A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00529A LCD-PANEL;LTF400HC01,10bit,40inch,1.07B
LE46A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00530A LCD-PANEL;LTF460HE01,10bit,46inch,1.07B
LE52A65*A
Brightness : 500cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 50.000:1
Response time : 6ms
Dynamic contrast, Super-PVA
BN07-00531A LCD-PANEL;LTF520HE01,10bit,52inch,1.07B
FW UPDATE
http://ars.samsung.com/customer/ctr..._ID=-1&AT_ID=128203&PROD_SUB_ID=0&PROD_ID=154
SETTINGS SPREADSHEET
http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pJh7ZrcvJ6qdJzDxoPqrGZw
Thanks KeanosMagichat for the contribution
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