Samsung Plasma HDTV PN58A550 Specifications

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All on screen images are simulated pictures.
HD excitement comes to life with Samsung’s 58-inch
plasma HDTV. Images and colors are crisp and 
bold, thanks to full 1080p resolution, 1,000,000:1
dynamic contrast ratio, and FilterBright™ 
glare-reduction technology. Select Game mode with
the touch of a button for advanced video-game
action; the ACE silhouette editor eliminates visual
“noise” from the deepest dark tones. SRS
TruSurround XT™ offers natural, lifelike HD sound.
Connect all your peripherals with ease, courtesy of 3
HDMI inputs. Hook up your MP3 player or digital
camera via the WiseLink USB 2.0 connection; a 
versatile user interface lets you scroll through
playlists and pictures.
OFFICIAL HDTV OF THE NFL
TV/Video
• FilterBright™ anti-glare technology
• ACE silhouette editor
• 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• Powerful anti-burn-in technology
• 100,000 hour panel life
• 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) pixel resolution
• 175° (H/V) viewing angle
• Natural True Color with 18 bit color 
processing
• NTSC/ATSC tuners with Clear QAM
• Sports/Game/Movie modes (via hot key)
Audio
• 10-watt per channel built-in audio amplifier
• Direct down-firing speaker system
• SRS TruSurround XT™
Connections
• 3 HDMI — High Definition Multimedia
Interface (2 rear/1 side)
• 2 component video inputs
• Side and rear A/V inputs
• Wiselink
®(USB 2.0)
• Headphone
• RS232C
• Universal Anynet Plus (HDMI-CEC)
Additional Features
• Swivel stand
PN58A550
58 Widescreen Plasma HDTV with Full HD 1080p Resolution  
						

							Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
105 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511
Tel (201) 229-4000 • 1-800-SAMSUNG
www.samsung.com
PN58A550
58 Widescreen Plasma HDTV with Full HD 1080p Resolution 
Specifications
FilterBright™ anti-glare technology
ACE Silhouette editor
(false contour 
reduction) delivers clear images without 
contour lines.
1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio.Two of the most important factors in
overall picture quality, contrast and bright-
ness, achieve new heights in these latest 
generation plasma panels. Together with
the DNIe proprietary circuitry, Samsung’s
new plasma TV’s give the most stunning
realistic picture quality ever from a flat
panel set.
1920 horizontal x 1080 vertical pixel
resolutionpresents video and text with
outstanding clarity and resolution.
100,000 hour panel life.Samsung’s new
panels are made to last longer, so you
can be confident that the high picture
quality will endure.
175° (H/V) viewing angle
Anti Burn-in Technology
• Auto pixel shift (user programmable)
• Signal pattern processing function
• All White 
Built-in HDTV tuner (ATSC/NTSC) with
Clear QAM
DNIe™ The Samsung Digital Natural
Image engine.
This exclusive Samsung
technology dramatically improves the 
picture by enhancing the contrast, detail,
white balance and reduces noise.
10-watts per channel built-in audio
amplifier.Powerful built-in amplifier to
drive the integrated stereo speakers.
Direct down-firing speakers 
SRS TruSurround XT™.
TruSurround is
a patented SRS technology that solves
the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel 
content over two speakers. TruSurround
delivers a compelling, virtual surround
sound experience through the two-
speaker internal playback system.
Natural true color. Samsung Plasma TV
can display Natural True Color with 18 bit
processing. And new algorithm adjusting
color balance will let you enjoy the 
‘As-is color’.
Wiselink- plays MP3 and jpeg files
through USB 2.0 connection.
Entertainment Mode allows customized
picture settings, optimized for different
content (e.g., sports, movies, gaming).
Universal Anynet Plus (HDMI-CEC)allows peripheral devices such as a DVD
player to be controlled by TV remote 
control.
Side A/V portsprovides easy 
connections so you can connect a 
camcorder, digital camera, or any other
digital device with no hassles.
V-Chip system1allows blocking of rated
TV and movie programs determined by the
parent to contain objectionable content.
Power saving(off/high/middle/low)
Trilingual on-screen displaysin English,
Spanish or French.
Swivel Stand
Quality
1-year parts and labor warranty. 
The product is built to last and provide
years of trouble-free top quality enjoyment.
Standby power consumptionunder 1W
Connections
HDMI – High Definition Multimedia
Interface: 3
Component video inputs (Y,Pb,Pr): 2
Side and rear A/V inputs
Wiselink®(USB 2.0)
Headphone
RS232C
Accessories
Remote control
Net dimensions and weight(WxHxD)
Monitor: 55.4 x 33.9 x 3.9
Net weight: 126.3 lbs.
Monitor with stand: 55.4 x 36.5 x 13.6 
Net weight: 137.8 lbs.
Shipping dimensions(WxHxD)
Dimensions: 61.2 x 41.7 x 18.4
Weight: 160.5 lbs.
Order code 
PN58A550S1FXZA
UPC
036725228092
1Feature dependent upon broadcasting of 
information by local off-air TV and cable 
channels.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice. Non-metric weights and measure-
ments are approximate. 
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC. 
SRS TruSurround XT is a registered trademark of
SRS Labs, Inc. 
Wiselink
®is a registered trademark of Samsung
Electronics Co., Ltd
DNIe™ is a registered trademark of Samsung
Electronics Co., Ltd.
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