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Sony Plasma TV Specifications

Sony FWD-42PV1 Plasma TV

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Plasma Display Specifications
Screen Size	42" diagonal
Screen Aspect	16:9
Contrast Ratio	10000:1
Brightness	5000cd/m2
Pixel Pitch	[not published]
hSync	[not published]
vSync	[not published]
Color System	[not published]
Data Signals	VGA, SVGA, WVGA, XGA
TV Scan Lines	480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
Input Terminals
Composite Video	1 (RCA)
S-Video	1 (4-pin mini DIN)
VGA RGB Signal	1 (15-pin mini d-Sub)
DVI Digital Input	1
Stereo Audio In	4 (RCA L/R)
Serial Control (RS232C)	1 (9-pin mini d-Sub)
Output Terminals
Composite Video	1 (RCA)
Stereo Audio	1 (RCA L/R)
Plasma Monitor Accessories
Audio Amplifier	7W x 2
Speakers	Optional
Mounting Options	Optional Mount Required
Also Included: DVI-D Cable AC Power Cord Operating Instructions AC Plug Holder (2) AA/R6 Size Battery (2) Cable Holder (4) RS232C and Multi-Function Remote
Dimensions and General Specs.
Power Supply	100-120V, 200-240V @ 50-60Hz
Power Consumption	260 Watts
Dimensions	[not published]
Weight	66.00 lbs.
FCC Class	FCC Class A, Commercial Use

Sony Plasma Technology

42" Plasma Monitor - 852 x 480 Resolution 16:9 EDTV plasma panel (viewable area, measured diagonally)

High Contrast - Ultra-high panel brightness and contrast (10,000:1 contrast ratio). Ideal for television, HD content or PC signals

Ultra Bright Picture Output
The FWD-42PV1 offers ultra-high brightness and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. It recognizes over a billion different colors for delicate image reproduction realism. With its standard digital input the monitor offers economical HDTV and multi-media content output.

Long Life Panel - 60,000 hours to half brightness

Screen Saver Functions - Full Screen Saver Functions including Auto Dimmer functions and on/off timer.

Standard Definition and High Definition Formats - Displays Standard Definition and High Definition Formats Including 1080/60i, 720/60P, 1080/24Psf, and 480/60p Video

Convenience Features

Picture-In-Picture or Side-by-Side Viewing
This plasma screen was designed to meet most professional applications whether for retail advertising, boardroom multi-media display or video post production. It can be used to display two images on the single screen in a variety of modes. Images can be displayed small picture over large (picture-in-picture) or split screen style where 2 programs are viewed side by side.

Mounting Flexibility - All models can be mounted in various positions to meet different user applications - whether placed on an optional table stand, installed on a wall, or hung from the ceiling.

Sophisticated Style - Versatile and Stylish Design with its simple yet sophisticated appearance, the PlasmaPro Series offers a stylish, high-impact way to convey graphical messages.

Superb Quality, Minimal Space. - With excellent installation flexibility, these slim and lightweight displays provide large, superb-quality images in minimal space.

Network Expansion and Other Options
The FWD-42PV1 has two expansion slots on its reverse side to accommodate optional cards for network interface and other functions. The NSP-100 card provides the video/data, monitor status, monitor control and storage over a network. The optional EBS-N100 provides just monitor status and control over the network. There are also options for a television tuner, video/data loop-through and a variety of mounting solutions. Matching side-mount speakers are also on the options list.

Audio System Features

Digital Stereo Audio Amplifier - 7 Watt Digital Stereo Audio Amplifier (speakers optional)

Terminals and Connections

Digital Video Input (DVI-D) - The DVI-D HDCP input function offers a high picture quality when used with a DVI-equipped PC (DVI video cable is supplied).

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