Samsung TXN2745FP 27" EDTV Monitor/TV with DynaFlat Picture Tube

by Samsung

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• Shipping Weight: 110 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B00009PLHW
• Item model number: TXN2745FP
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #379,121 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

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The 27-inch TXN2745FP uses Samsung's proprietary DynaFlat technology to provide a perfectly flat viewing surface with none of the curvature, image distortion, or detrimental glare that accompany traditional TV screens. The stereo set offers a pair of two-way, side-mounted, front-firing speakers powered by 7.5 watts per channel for spacious, full-bodied TV sound.

This is an EDTV monitor, which means it's a step closer to high-definition or HDTV than standard TVs. When used with a progressive-scan DVD player (or compatible satellite receiver or 480p-output DTV set-top box) you'll get seamless, razor-sharp images from your favorite movies and concert videos.

The 800-line DynaFlat screen brings higher resolution than that achieved by earlier-generation sets because the individual phosphor color spots (or pixels) are smaller and closer together in this configuration. The set's multiple-focus electron gun illuminates finer spots for a more detailed picture, edge-to-edge, and it's assisted in this job by a three-line digital comb filter and velocity-scan modulation circuitry.

Velocity-scan modulation improves the definition at picture edges, creating sharper images by slowing the CRT (cathode-ray tube) beam's horizontal scanning during demanding work--say, when rendering transitions from light to dark parts of an image--and speeding it up when scanning easily rendered sections, like broad dark areas.

Another set of image improvements is wrapped into Samsung's Pro Picture three-stage video correction: Total DSP (Digital Signal Processing), Pro Chip Plus (converts all interlaced analog signals to superior, flicker-free progressive scan images), and the above-mentioned three-line digital comb filter (which analyzes multiple lines of picture information to better minimize edge image artifacts while improving transition detail).

A shadow mask is a thin sheet of perforated metal behind the screen that restricts electron flow, each hole in the sheet corresponding to a single pixel. An Invar mask uses an alloy that's especially resistant to the high temperatures generated by the electron beam, allowing in a brighter, clearer picture.

The TXN2745FP performs 3:2 pulldown detection, a handy feature for watching progressive-scan movie programs in their native 24-frame format. Digital video mastering introduces a common distortion when adjusting 24 frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video; 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this distortion, removing the redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture.

Connections include a component-video input, an S-video input, a trio of composite-video inputs (with accompanying stereo analog RCA audio inputs), an RF input (for VCR or cable box), and a set of audio/video outputs for feeding a VCR or PVR. Convenient side-panel audio/video inputs that foster hookups with camcorders and gaming consoles while preserving the set's uncluttered silver front panel.

A zoom screen-filling option lets you customize the view of letter-boxed DVDs from the supplied full-function remote control, while screen-capture picture freezing lets you view still images, even with broadcast television.

Several sound mode offer dynamic audio settings for whatever you're watching; choose from standard, music, movie, speech, or custom. Surround-sound mode simulates an exciting surround effect from any two speakers, and a side-panel headphone jack allows private listening (headphones not included).

What's in the Box
TV, full-function remote control, remote batteries, user's manual.

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Amendment to previous post, February 3, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Samsung TXN2745FP 27" EDTV Monitor/TV with DynaFlat Picture Tube (Electronics)

After being unable to clear the splotches, and being too tired to return the second set, I spent much of the night researching the problem on the net and by speaking with electronics minded people that I know. The consensus opinion was that the splotches likely resulted from static or magnetic buildup on the picture tube. These are supposed to be cleared by a degaussing circuit when the set is turned on. The next day, before returning the second unit, I turned it on and, lo and behold, the splotches were cleared. Since that time (and through the Super Bowl) the picture has been tremendous. I felt compelled to post this experience as it may be that the degaussing circuit on these sets may not clear the field when the set is first turned on. Perhaps Samsung should warn users about this. The initial rating of "3" is rising fast. Still watching for reoccurence of the problem, however.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good EDTV, some problems, March 26, 2004

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Terence (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung TXN2745FP 27" EDTV Monitor/TV with DynaFlat Picture Tube (Electronics)

I've been happy with this TV although there are some issues. First the good: it has great image quality thanks to its support for 480p (progressive scan). With two component inputs you can use a progressive scan DVD player plus another source (digital cable, x-box/ps2, etc.) to view flicker free images. There are nice amount of inputs and outputs (for connection to VCR/Receiver, i.e.) so you won't be limited with what you can hook-up, although it would be nice to have more than one s-video input, esp. since the one that exists is on the side.

Now some not so great points about this TV. First, the newer models cannot be modified to accept HDTV signals (1080i), if this doesn't make sense then just ignore it. Second, there are some issues with blooming, that is if you watch a crawl across the screen (e.g. bottom of CNN or ESPN) you can see that it gets higher in the middle of the screen. Lastly, the remote control is very big and a little confusing. For example, to switch to component input you need to press a button that's underneath a sliding piece of plastic. Plus, there are buttons on the remote that only work with other samsung TVs.

Overall this is a good TV, especially thanks to its progressive scan. When viewed next to regular TVs in a store you can really appreciate this advangate. Just don't expect to be getting the same quality image you would with a real HDTV (which, of course, will cost you a lot more).

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars 2 Years and Dead, May 9, 2008

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Damon.D (Pittsburgh,PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Samsung TXN2745FP 27" EDTV Monitor/TV with DynaFlat Picture Tube (Electronics)

This T.V. is one of the heaviest TV's I have ever owned. It weighs more than my 60 Inch Flat Screen.

About 3-4 months ago it started making this high pitched squealing noise. Very loud to the point you could not even hear the shows on TV.

Well this week the TV has now decided to just shut it's self off whenever it wants.

I have an old RCA probably 7 years old that lasted longer than this 100lb Paper Weight.

Avoid this and all other CRT Samsung's at all costs. Read more reviews around the net. It might be good for the first year or two but you will just be throwing away your money if you buy this Piece of Doggy Poop.