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Samsung HP-S4253 42" HDTV Plasma TV
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Samsung HP-S4253 42" HDTV Plasma TV

  • Aspect Ratio: Standard (4:3)
  • Display Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels
  • Broadcast Format Displayed: 720p (HDTV) 480p (EDTV) 480i (SDTV)
  • Contrast Ratio: 10,000:1
  • Digital TV Standard: HDTV Television
  • Screen Size: 42 inch
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Samsung HP-S4253 42" HDTV Plasma TV

No matter how you look at it, Samsung's full-featured HP-S4253 makes any room look better. This 42" TrueWide Plasma HDTV offers unparalleled 13-bit processing for 549 billion colors that capture every nuance, even in freeze-frame. Its palette is further defined by the 10,000:1 contrast ratio which is glare-free thanks to FilterBright™ technology. Two HDMI™ connections and additional video inputs allow full digital A/V playback; hidden speakers incorporate SRS TruSurround XT™ technology to maximize the audio effect.

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Samsung HP-S4253 42 in. Plasma HDTV - Decent for budget-minded gamers and sports fan

byjkafer Sep 24, 2006
25 Helpfuls 26 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 4 Comments
Pros Vibrant game mode, deep blacks, lots of inputs
Cons A little noisy in dark areas, some artifacting and solarization in gradients
Recommended it? Yes

Samsung is one of the leaders in Plasma HDTVs. But as with all brands, they make varying qualities of product for different markets and budgets. As a result, the Samsung HP-S4253 42 in. HDTV Plasma Television comes in a few hundred dollars below comparable LCD models. Is it worth the extra savings?... Read full review »

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A good plasma display *

bybranshew Nov 1, 2006
19 Helpfuls 20 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 2 Comments
Pros Price, HD Picture, Product Styling, Side control panel/inputs.
Cons Standard def picture needs improvement, Defective in first 30 days
Recommended it? Yes

This is a good, inexpensive (that's a relative term) plasma display. Prices are dropping and quality is getting better in the world of flat screens. This Samsung is an solid plasma display for the masses, but this one may not satisfy true videophiles. If you're looking for the absolute best plasma... Read full review »

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Excellent bang for the buck

bypsionicdfw Jun 4, 2006
16 Helpfuls 17 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 1 Comment
Pros beautiful finish, excellent contrast/blacks, tech support
Cons none
Recommended it? Yes

I had been toying with the idea of buying a flat tv for a while. After doing some shopping around, my heart set on plasma (vs. LCD) and Pioneer. Unfortunately my wallet was not as excited. The things that sold me on the Pioneer: the overall picture quality, the true blacks, and the sleek modern... Read full review »

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Product Details and Features

Product MPN

MPN HP-S4253

Key Features

Aspect Ratio Standard (4:3)
Display Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels
Broadcast Format Displayed 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Contrast Ratio 10,000:1
Digital TV Standard HDTV Television
Screen Size 42 inch
Weight 75.4 lb.
Flat Panel Type Plasma TV

Display Capabilities

Interpolated Aspect Ratio 4:3 Enhanced, 14:9 Enhanced
Digital TV Standard HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Native Aspect Ratio 16:9
Built-in Tuner ATSC • NTSC
Broadcast Format Supported 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)

Image Quality

Viewing Angle 175
Display Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels
Comb Filter 3DYC / 3D Digital
Output Color 549000 million colors
Adjustable Color Temp. Without Adjustable Color Temperature
Brightness 1300 cd/m²

Audio Features

SAP / MTS Stereo SAP / MTS Stereo
Sound Leveler With Audio Leveler
Audio Type Virtual Surround

Speakers

Number of Speakers 2 Speakers
Speaker Power 2 x 10 Watt

Connectors

Rear Input Connectors S-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 1 • DVI x 1 • HDMI x 2 • Audio (RCA) x 4 • RF x 2 • D-Sub (RGB PC) x 1 • Audio (Mini Jack) x 1
Rear Output Connectors Audio (RCA) x 1 • Optical Digital • Coaxial Digital
Front Input Connectors S-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Headphone Jack With Headphone Jack

Technical Features

Parental Control V-Chip
Sleep Timer With Sleep Timer
Picture in Picture With PIP

Remote Control

Illuminated Remote Non-Illuminated
Remote Control Multibrand

Screen Text

Channel Labels With Channel Labels
Closed Caption on Mute Without Closed Caption On Mute
OSD Languages English • French • Spanish

Dimensions

Depth 3.8 in.
Height 28 in.
Width 41.5 in.
Weight 75.4 lb.

Warranty

Overall Warranty 1 Year

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories Remote Control Batteries • Cleaning Cloth
Product ID 32090061
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