Features

Native Resolution: The Samsung PS42A450 has a display resolution of 1024 x 768 HD resolution. The HDMI inputs will accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 768p and 480p signals.

1,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio: The TV has a standard contrast ratio of 20,000:1 and a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1. These contrast and brightness levels achieve a more realistic, sharper picture quality.

Digital Natural Image Engine (DNIe): Samsung's revolutionary DNIe technology delivers digital perfection in crystal-clear images that uncover even the most subtle details. DNIe is made up of a Motion Optimizer, a Contrast Enhancer, a Color Optimizer, and a Detail Enhancer to produce life-like images that rival reality.

ACEsilhouette Editor: Samsung's exclusive silhouette-editing technology reduces the "false contour" effect to deliver clear, sharp images; even on a curvy surface, like a face. Innovative motion-estimated technology multi-tones the bright and dark parts on each angle of the line. Even in fast-action scenes, Samsung's Silhouette Editor adjusts toning so faces appear natural and free of distortion.

Anti Burn-In Technology: Samsung's Anti-burn-in technology uses auto pixel shift, signal pattern processing function, and all white screens to ensure that no images are burned into the plasma panel.

• Pixel Shift: This function shifts the pixels of the displayed image every two minutes to prevent burn-in.
• White: This function removes after-images on the screen by changing the color of pixels to white.
• Scrolling: this function removes after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according to a pattern.
• Side Gray: When you watch TV with the screen ratio of 4:3, the screen is prevented from any damage by adjusting the white balance on both the extreme left and right sides of the television.

3D-Ready: 3D technology gives you the benefits of both a flat-panel set and 3D movie viewing and gaming. You can enjoy the superb picture quality of a flat panel TV with enhanced 3D features. The TV is capable of displaying future 3D games, movies and other programming via 3D compatible glasses and hardware.

Picture Sizes: You can choose one of the following picture sizes:

• 16:9: sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode
• Zoom 1: vertically enlarges the size of the picture and allows you to move the enlarged picture using the arrows on the remote
• Zoom 2: vertically enlarges the size of the picture more than Zoom 1 and allows you to move the enlarged picture using the arrows on the remote
• Wide Fit: proportionally enlarges the picture to fit the entire screen without changing the aspect ratio
• 4:3: sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode with pillars on the left and right of the screen
• Just Scan: see the full image with no resizing when an HDMI input (720/1080i), Component (1080i), or DTV (1080i) signal is used

Picture Control: You can make the following adjustment for an optimum picture:

• Automatic Picture Settings: choose one of three automatic picture settings:
  • Standard: for the optimum display in a normal environment
  • Dynamic: for high-definition in a bright room
  • Movie: for viewing movies in a dark room
• Manual Picture Settings:
  • Cell Light: sets the pixel brightness
  • Contrast: adjusts the contrast level of the picture
  • Brightness: adjusts the brightness level of the picture
  • Sharpness: adjusts the edge definition of the picture
  • Color: adjusts the color saturation of the picture
  • Tint: adjusts the color tint of the picture
• Detailed Picture Settings:
  • Black Adjust: screen depth is adjusted using Black Level, settings include Off, Low, Medium, High
  • Dynamic Contrast: adjust contrast to optimize the picture (Off, Low, Medium, High)
  • Gamma: adjust the primary colors (Red, Green, Blue) intensity
  • Color Space: select the color space for the most natural color (Auto, Native, Custom)
  • White Balance: adjust the color temperature for more natural colors (Red, Green, Blue)
  • Flesh Tone: Emphases the pink "flesh tone" in the picture
  • Edge Enhancement: edge enhancement emphasizes the boundaries of an object, it can be turned off if you prefer
  • Color Tone: adjust the overall color tone using one of five presets: Cool 1, Cool 2, Normal, Warm 1, Warm 2
  • Digital Noise Reduction: for weak TV signals, adjust Digital NR to reduce static and ghosting (Off, Low, Medium, High, Auto)
  • HDMI Black Level: the black level can be set to Normal or Low when using an HDMI (RGB) input

Entertainment Modes: You can set the TV for the optimal display and sound for different types of programs: Sports, Game, or Cinema.

Film Mode: The TV can be set to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality.

Blue Only Mode: You can emphasize the Blue color by switching off the Red and Green colors. This function displays the blue signal only be removing the red and green signals from the video signal so as to provide a Blue Filter effect that is used to adjust the Color and Tint of video equipment such as DVD players and Home Theaters. Using the function, you can adjust the Color and Tint to preferred values appropriate to the signal level of each video device using the Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Color Bar Patterns, without using and additional Blue Filter.

Input Source Names: You can assign a preprogrammed name to each of the inputs. When input naming is completed, you will no longer have to remember which component is connected to each input when selecting a source to watch. Source names include VCR, DVD, Cable STB, Satellite STB, PVR STB, AV Receiver, Game, Camcorder, PC, TV, IPTV, Blu-Ray, HD-DVD, and Digital Media Adapter.

Channel Labels: Each analog channel programmed into memory can be labeled with a name up to 5 characters. Digital channels names are already assigned and cannot be edited.

Favorite Channel: You can create a list of your favorite channels and recall the list using the FAV.CH button on the remote.

PC-Capable: This unit has a 15-pin D-Sub (RGB) input that allows you to use it as a high-resolution computer monitor. The HDMI 2 input can also be used with a computer. The TV can be set to automatically adjust to the video signals received, or you can use the setup menu to adjust the screen quality and position. No cables are supplied for connecting the TV to a PC.

Digital Signal Strength Meter: The digital signal strength meter can be used to help you find the antenna position that delivers the highest HDTV digital signal strength.

Analog Channel Fine Tuning: The fine tuning feature allows you to manually adjust analog channels for optimal reception. A separate fine tuning setting may be put into the TV's memory for each analog channel.

Auto Volume: Auto volume automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel, lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. This reduces the difference in volume when changing channels.

Automatic Sound Settings: You can choose from the following sound settings:

• Standard: resets the standard factory settings
• Music: for watching music videos and concerts
• Movie: for watching movies
• Speech: for watching a show that is mostly dialog
• Custom: adjust the 5-band EQ; 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, and 10 kHz

SRS TruSurround XT: TruSurround is a patented SRS technology for playing 5.1 multi-channel content using only two speakers, it delivers a virtual surround sound experience through two speakers (internal or external), it is fully compatible with all multi-channel formats

V-Chip: The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children based on the user selected parental guidelines. The user must enter a 4-digit password before any of the V-Chip restriction are set up or changed.

Sleep Timer: The sleep timer switches the television off after a specified amount of time. The sleep timer can be set to 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, or 180 minutes.

On/Off Timer: The three On/Off timers allow you to program the television to turn itself on and off by selecting a specific on time and a specific off time. You also choose the On Timer's channel and Volume. The on and off timers work independently of one another.

On/Off Melody: A unique melody plays when the TV is turned on and off. The melody volume is adjustable, or you can turn this feature off if you prefer.

Auto Power Off: This function will automatically turn the television off if no controls are operated from the television or remote control for 3 hours.

Energy Saver: This feature adjust the power consumption of the television in order to save energy. You can select from Low, Medium, High or Off energy saver modes.

Mounting Options

Detachable Stand: The Samsung PS42A450 multi system plasma tv comes with a table-top stand for easy placement on top of a counter or table. On the stand, the TV can swivel 20° left or right. The television weighs 67.2 lbs with the stand attached.

Wall Mounting: You can remove the stand and mount this display on the wall using an optional wall-mount bracket. The TV has four threaded screw holes spaced to accommodate many universal wall mount brackets. The hole spacing is 400mm x 400mm and requires four M8 (8mm) machine screws. The television weighs 59.3 lbs without the stand.

Remote Control

Remote Control: The supplied remote is pre-programmed to operate this unit, plus it has controls for other Samsung units (DVD, Blu-Ray players, etc.) connected via HDMI using the Anynet+ protocol.

Anynet+: Anynet+ is an AV network system that enables you to control other components with your Samsung TV's remote. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung AV devices that support the Anynet+ feature and are connected with HDMI 1.3 cables. The Anynet+ feature must be turned on in the menu to function. Anynet+ can support up to 12 AV devices in total.

Inputs and Outputs Notes

Side Panel Inputs: The Samsugn PS42A450 multisystem tv features a set of jacks on the left side panel for easy connection:

• HDMI In 3
• A/V in 2 (S-video, composite video, RCA stereo audio)
• Headphone out (3.5mm), the TV's internal speakers are muted when you plug in headphones

HDMI: There are three HDMI terminals, two on the rear panel and one on the side. HDMI 2 can be used for a DVI-equipped component. It has a separate analog audio connection and a DVI-to-HDMI adapter will be needed. HDMI 2 can also be used to connect a computer. The HDMI jacks accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, and 480p signals.

PC: This input consists of a stereo mini-jack and an analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin) jack.

Component Video Inputs: The 2 sets of component video inputs will accept 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i signals. One of the component video inputs can accept a composite video signal by plugging the yellow composite video plug into the green RCA jack.

Digital Audio: The optical digital output on the rear panel will output Dolby Digital (when available) or 2 channel PCM.

Ex-Link: This jack connects to an optional powered Samsung wall mount bracket, such as 305WMN5090, that will allow you to adjust the TV viewing angle using the television's remote control.

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