Samsung Introduces The World's First Flat-Panel Display With A Built-In TV Tuner

High-End, Three-In-One Flat-Panel Display Is A Computer Monitor, Stand Alone TV And Video Monitor With Picture-In-Picture Viewing

1-Apr-00

Samsung Electronics, the world's number one manufacturer of CRT and TFT displays, is taking the lead in the convergence revolution with the introduction of the ultra high-end SyncMaster 150MP and 170MP flat-panel monitors. Samsung's MP is the first three-in-one TFT display that is a computer monitor as well as a full stand-alone TV and video display for use with a VCR, DVD-Video player, camcorder or any video device. With its advanced Picture-in-Picture (PIP) function, Samsung's new MP also lets users view two sources at once for the ultimate viewing experience. Samsung's MP TFT targets high-end financial, medical and corporate users as well as high-tech aficionados who can afford the latest and most advanced viewing technologies. The SyncMaster 15-inch 150MP ($1,287 street price) and SyncMaster 17-inch 170MP ($2,599 street price) are currently shipping. According to Fred Garcia, Director of Marketing for Samsung's Information Systems Division, ""As a world leader in both information systems and consumer electronics products, Samsung is utilizing its power and expertise to create a whole new generation of convergence products that will benefit consumers' professional and personal lives. The MP TV-TFT is among the first of these new digital lifestyle products that handle intensive work activities as well as leisure pursuits on the same versatile unit."" Housed in a sleek metallic cabinet that fits comfortably in any setting, the super slim SyncMaster 150MP and 170MP are complete audio/video multimedia devices, capable of allowing viewers to watch two sources of input at the same time. The MP is excellent for a bank or trading room where multiple tasks must be preformed simultaneously. For example, a corporate CEO, has the ability to watch the Stock Market ticker on TV while working on a spreadsheet. The MP is also idea for use in a medical environment where a surgeon can watch an operation while accessing important medical information or in a hospital room where a doctor can check a patient's chart on the MP's computer screen and then swivel it back to the patient who can watch TV on the display. Extensive On-Screen Controls Samsung's MPs offer a number of exciting options that give viewers complete control over the on-screen image. The downscaling option displays SXGA video and a digital zoom allows viewers to magnify any part of the on-screen image up to 64X. A one-touch auto adjustment offers fast and accurate viewing that works on any pattern. The SyncMaster MP series also includes many versatile functions including an IrDA sensor for a remote controller, a clean rear cabinet design, a foldable stand that allows users to apply VESA mounting device at ease, soft touch control buttons and built-in speakers. The SyncMaster 150MP has a pixel pitch of .297mm and offers a maximum resolution of 1024x768 and the SyncMaster 170MP has an ultra fine pixel pitch of .264 mm and allows for a maximum resolution of 1280x1024. Both displays offer analog RGB and CVBS video input, S-Video and TV antenna with connections for cable TV viewing. The built-in TV turner allows for a high-contrast, fully geared stand-alone TV that supports worldwide TV and video signals, including NTSC/PAL and SECAM. Both MP displays are also US Closed Captioned enabled. For easy installation and optimum configuration, Samsung's new MP convergence displays have built-in Plug and Play capability that conforms to the Video Electronics Standards Association's (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) Type 1/2B standards. When used with the appropriate hardware and software, Plug and Play automatically configures the monitor with the host computer and selects the optimum resolution and refresh rates to achieve crisp detail, bright colors and razor sharp images. Samsung's new MP monitors come packaged with E-Color's advanced Colorific software with True Internet Color and Pantone's Browser Plug-ins to ensure accurate color reproduction of all monitor images. The easy-to-use Colorific software instantly calibrates your monitor's colors to ensure that the colors you see on your Samsung screen are an exact match with the source material you are viewing - from detailed graphics programs to Internet pages. For energy efficient reduced power consumption, Samsung's MP monitors features a four-stage (On, Stand-by, Suspend, Off) power management system that complies with the VESA DPMS, NUTEK and Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star standards. Both displays also meet the stringent MPR-II and TCO-95 low radiation standards. The SyncMaster 150MP and 170MP are backed by Samsung's three-year parts, labor and backlight warranty as well as live, toll-free technical support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information about Samsung's SyncMaster monitors or for the name of the dealer nearest you, contact Samsung toll-free at 800 SAMSUNG or via the Internet at http://www.samsungmonitor.com. About Samsung Samsung Electronics America's Information Systems Division, headquartered in San Jose, California, is the US subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC). Samsung's Information Systems Division markets a complete line of award-winning CRT and flat-panel computer displays. SEA also oversees the North American operations of Samsung Telecommunications America, Samsung Canada and Samsung Mexico. SEC, a $13 billion company with operations in more than 60 countries, is the largest electronics company in Korea and one of the top ten in the world. The company is the world's number one producer of computer displays and DRAMs. Source: Samsung Electronics

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