Samsung PN42A450 User manual

Samsung presents the next level of plasma HDTV
technology and design. A 42-inch screen offers
crisp, bold images and colors, thanks to 720p
resolution, 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio,
and FilterBright™ glare-reduction technology.
Groundbreaking 3D capabilities let you enjoy 3D
movies and games to their fullest.* Select Game
mode with the touch of a button for advanced video-
game action; the ACE silhouette editor eliminates
visual “noise” from the deepest dark tones. SRS
TruSurround XT™ offers natural, lifelike HD sound.
Connect all your peripherals with ease, courtesy of
3 HDMI inputs. And more efficient components
result in significant power reduction.
TV/Video
• FilterBright™ anti-glare technology
• ACE silhouette editor
• 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• Powerful anti-burn-in technology
• 100,000 hour panel life
• 1024 (H) x 768 (V) pixel resolution
• 175° (H/V) viewing angle
• Natural True Color with 18 bit color
processing
• NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM
• Sports/Game/Movie modes (via hot key)
• 3D ready — future-proof your HD experience
Audio
• 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier
• Direct down-firing speaker system
• SRS TruSurround XT™
Connections
• 3 HDMI — High Definition Multimedia
Interface (2 rear/1 side)
• 2 component video inputs
• Side and rear A/V inputs
• PC input
• Headphone
• RS232C
• Universal Anynet Plus (HDMI-CEC)
Additional Features
• Swivel stand
PN42A450
42" Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 720p Resolution
All features, specifications, and model numbers subject to change.
All on screen images are simulated pictures.
* 3D viewing requires PC (not included)
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Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
105 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511
Tel [phone] • 1-800-SAMSUNG
www.samsung.com
PN42A450
42" Widescreen Plasma HDTV with 720p Resolution
Specifications
FilterBright™ anti-glare technology
ACE Silhouette editor (false contour
reduction) delivers clear images without
contour lines.
1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio.
Two of the most important factors in
overall picture quality, contrast and bright-
ness, achieve new heights in these latest
generation plasma panels. Together with
the DNIe proprietary circuitry, Samsung’s
new plasma TV’s give the most stunning
realistic picture quality ever from a flat
panel set.
1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixel
resolution presents video and text with
outstanding clarity and resolution.
100,000 hour panel life. Samsung’s new
panels are made to last longer, so you
can be confident that the high picture
quality will endure.
175° (H/V) viewing angle
Anti Burn-in Technology
• Auto pixel shift (user programmable)
• Signal pattern processing function
• All White
Built-in HDTV tuner (ATSC/NTSC) with
Clear QAM
DNIe™ The Samsung Digital Natural
Image engine. This exclusive Samsung
technology dramatically improves the
picture by enhancing the contrast, detail,
white balance and reduces noise.
10-watts per channel built-in audio
amplifier. Powerful built-in amplifier to
drive the integrated stereo speakers.
Direct down-firing speakers
SRS TruSurround XT™. TruSurround is
a patented SRS technology that solves
the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel
content over two speakers. TruSurround
delivers a compelling, virtual surround
sound experience through the two-
speaker internal playback system.
Natural true color. Samsung Plasma TV
can display Natural True Color with 18 bit
processing. And new algorithm adjusting
color balance will let you enjoy the
‘As-is color’.
Entertainment Mode allows customized
picture settings, optimized for different
content (e.g., sports, movies, gaming).
3D HD ready capable of displaying 3D
games, movies and other programming via
3D compatible glasses and hardware. 3D
viewing requires PC (not included)*
Universal Anynet Plus (HDMI-CEC)
allows peripheral devices such as a DVD
player to be controlled by TV remote
control.
Side A/V ports provides easy
connections so you can connect a
camcorder, digital camera, or any other
digital device with no hassles.
V-Chip system1allows blocking of rated
TV and movie programs determined by the
parent to contain objectionable content.
Power saving (off/high/middle/low)
Trilingual on-screen displays in English,
Spanish or French.
Favorite channel list
Swivel Stand
Quality
1-year parts and labor warranty.
The product is built to last and provide
years of trouble-free top quality enjoyment.
Standby power consumption under 1W
Connections
HDMI – High Definition Multimedia
Interface: 3
Component video inputs (Y,Pb,Pr): 2
Side and rear A/V inputs
PC (RGB) input: 1
Headphone
RS232C
Accessories
Remote control
Net dimensions and weight
(WxHxD)
Monitor: 41.5" x 26.3" x 3.8"
Net weight: 59.1 lbs
Monitor with stand: 41.5" x 28.5" x 12.4"
Net weight: 67.2 lbs.
Shipping dimensions
(WxHxD)
Dimensions: 45.5" x 33.2" x 16.1"
Weight: 81.1 lbs.
Order code
PN42A450P1DXZA
UPC
036725228061
1Feature dependent upon broadcasting of
information by local off-air TV and cable
channels.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice. Non-metric weights and measure-
ments are approximate.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
SRS TruSurround XT is a registered trademark of
SRS Labs, Inc.
DNIe™ is a registered trademark of Samsung
Electronics Co., Ltd.
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trademarks are trademarks of the National Football
League.
©2008 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. All rights
reserved. Samsung is a registered trademark of
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All product and
brand names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
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*NOTE: PC (not supplied) is required to
utilize included software and demo games.
Recommended system requirements are:
- Intel®Core 2 Duo or Athlon™ 64 X2
Dual-Core CPU
- 1GB RAM
- NVIDIA®GeForce 8 Series or ATI Radeon™
X800 with DVI output
- Windows®XP, Vista 32-bit
- DirectX 9.0c sound card
- DVD-ROM drive