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Samsung UE40D7000
| Caractéristiques | |||
| Screen size | 40 inches | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes / Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | N.C. | ||
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| Contrast ratio | N.C. |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | N.C. |
| Response time | N.C. |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 W |
| Connectivity | HDMI (x4) • USB (x3) • Component • Composite • Optical Audio |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 915 x 530 x 30 mm |
| Weight | 11.5 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | yes |
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Vincent Alzieu
Translator: Sam McGeever
Test date: March 21, 2011
Translator: Sam McGeever
Test date: March 21, 2011
This model is the 40'' version of the 46'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Samsung UE46D7000.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Great picture in 2D and 3D
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Accurate colour reproduction (average deltaE: 2.4) and high contrast (ratio: 2610:1)
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Powerful Motion Plus 400 Hz filter
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Backlit remote control
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Low energy consumption: 67 W
Minuses
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Glossy screen picks up reflections
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Viewing angles too narrow
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Remote pretty basic
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Crosstalk more visible than with plasma TVs
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Clouding on our test unit
The D7000 turned out to be a very nice surprise: it's the first time that one of Samsung's LED TVs has produced such a great picture. The results are excellent in both 2D and 3D.
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