Reviews of the Samsung HP-S4253
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CNET Review
The Good: Deep blacks; excellent connectivity, including two component-video and two HDMI inputs; numerous picture-affecting features; distinctive glossy finish and hidden speakers.
The Bad: Prevalent artifacts and video noise; greenish tinge to near-black areas; subpar standard-def processing; unnatural enhancement along edges; no independent input memories.
The Bottom Line: Although the Samsung HP-S4253's glossy black styling and numerous inputs work in its favor, its issues with picture quality lessen its value.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 77/100 and users 83/100. Comparing these reviews to 181089 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 86/100 = Very Good.
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pcworld.com
Review Summary: The S4253 is a well-rounded 42-inch plasma that delivers fairly strong image quality and great sound, along with some versatility with its connections. But its lack of a few key features--a CableCard slot among them--keeps it from being a true caviar ...
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techreviewsource.com
Review Summary: Samsung has certainly had its share of excellent televisions on the market. They are one of the world's leading TV makers and they will do everything they can to defend that title. So, they've just recently came out with the HP-S5053 50" HDTV plasma ...
Manufacturer: Samsung
Part number: HP-S4253
General
- Product Type 42 in Plasma TV
- Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
- PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
- Dimensions With stand
- Width 41.5 in
- Depth 13.4 in
- Height 30.1 in
- Weight 88.2 lbs
- Enclosure Color Black
Display
- Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1024 x 768
- Display Format 720p
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Color Depth Up to 549 billion colors
- Image Contrast Ratio 10000:1
- Brightness (cd/m2) 1300 cd/m2
- Widescreen Modes 16:9, Zoom, Conventional 4:3
- Viewing Angle 175 degrees
- Viewing Angle (Vertical) 175 degrees
- Analog Video Signal Composite video, S-Video
- Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Color Temperature Control Yes (Warm1/Warm2/Normal/Cool1/Cool2)
- Picture Adjustment Standard/Dynamic/Movie/Custom
- Additional Features Auto clock set, Channel labeling, Anti-glare filter, Automatic blue screen, Video noise reduction, DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine)
TV Tuner
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
- Multi-channel Preview Split screen, Picture-in-picture (PIP)
- Stereo Reception System MTS
- Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes
Digital TV Tuner
- Digital TV Tuner ATSC
Video Features
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Freeze Memo Yes
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
- Closed Caption Capability Yes
Remote Control
- Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
- Supported Devices VCR, Cable box, DVD player
- Features Multi-brand compatibility
Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
- Audio Controls Balance, Equalizer, Sound mode
- Equalizer Yes (5-band)
- Speakers Included 2 speakers
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 3 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 2 x RF input ( F connector ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Side
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power AC 120 V
- Power Consumption Operational 380 Watt
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details Parts and labor - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width (Shipping) 45.5 in
- Depth (Shipping) 17.3 in
- Height (Shipping) 35 in
- Weight (Shipping) 103.6 lbs
Sustainability
- CNET Labs: Operational power consumption 281.12 Watt
- CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep 1.76 Watt
- CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost 62.16 US Dollars
- Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009) 6.9
- Greenpeace policy rating explained The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics (greenpeace.org/electronics) ranks leading mobile and PC manufacturers on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best. The scoring is based on the companies' global policies; on their practice of eliminating harmful chemicals; and on how they take responsibility for their products once discarded by consumers.
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