Samsung PN42A400 Review: 42” Plasma TV
Up for review: Samsung PN42A400. With the launch of the new PN42A400, Samsung pioneers into the next level of plasma HDTV technology and design. With a 720p high definition resolution and Samsung’s proprietary Digital Natural Image engine technology, the new 42” Plasma TV delivers deep, rich blacks and more detailed picture quality. The DNle™ technology takes care of the color optimization, contrast and detail picture quality enhancement to produce vivid, life-like images. In addition to this, the 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixel resolution of this Plasma TV offers outstanding image clarity.
To reduce any sort of visual blurring, the new Samsung PN42A400 has inbuilt Anti-burn-in Technology which works in three modes namely Signal pattern processing, Auto pixel shift and All White mode to reduce the visual distortions. When motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD, the 3:2 pulldown feature of the PN42A400 helps reducing any possible artifacts.
The price of the new Samsung PN42A400 is very affordable coming in around $699. Given below is a sneak peek into the specification review detail of the new Samsung PN42A400.
Samsung PN42A400 Features and Specifications Review:
General
Product Type 42 in Plasma TV
Digital Television Certification HDTV TV Tuner 1x analog, 1x digital
Video Interface HDMI, Component
PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
USB Port Yes
Display
Resolution 1024 x 768
Display Format 720P
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 15000:1
Viewing Angle 175 degrees
Pixel Response Time 5 ms
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz
Comb Filter 3D digital
V-Chip Control yes
Additional Features On-screen menu , Video noise reduction , DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine)
Video Features
Input Video Formats 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
Supported Computer Resolutions 640 x 350, 720 x 400, 640 x 480 (VGA), 1024 x 768 (XGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA)
Parental Channel Lock Yes
Audio System
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Surround Mode Yes
Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
Audio Controls Balance, Equalizer, Sound mode
Equalizer Yes (5-band)
Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker – Built-in – 10 Watt
Additional Features Balance control, Auto volume adjustment
Digital TV Tuner
Analog TV Tuner ATSC, NTSC, QAM
Reception System ATSC
Stereo Reception System MTS
Digital TV Tuner ATSC
Connections
Connector Type 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) – Rear , 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear , 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear , 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) – Rear , 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) – Rear , 3 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear , 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) – Rear , 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) – Rear
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support Details Parts and labor 1 year
Dimensions & Weight Details
Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand – 41.3 in x 3.7 in x 27.5 in x 63.1 lbs, Panel with stand – 41.3 in x 12.4 in x 29.9 in x 69.4 lbs
With its stylish and compact outlook, the new Samsung PN42A400 is definitely an entertainment upgrade suitable for spacious living rooms as well as limited spacing bedrooms. Not only for visual clarity; in audio quality performance also, Samsung PN42A400 is a clear winner. With built-in 2-way speaker system powered by the built-in 10-watt per channel audio amplifier and the SRS TruSurround XT technology, Samsung PN42A400 delivers terrific cinematic sound quality.
Besides this, the Samsung PN42A400’s built-in ATSC/NTSC and digital QAM tuners help in receiving free in-the-clear digital audio and video programming without the need of any separate cable box or digital antenna. The only flaw that is observed in this Plasma TV model is the presence of a single rear connector location.
YouReviewElectronics.com gives Samsung PN42A400 8/10 stars!
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