Panasonic AF1 Series 42" Full HD Professional Signage LED Display, Black
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Panasonic AF1 Series 42" Full HD Professional Signage LED Display with Android-Based OpenPort Platform, 1920x1080, Black

SKU: PCTH42AF1U MFR: TH-42AF1U
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Key Features

  • Experience stunning visuals on this 42" Panasonic display with Full HD resolution.
  • Android-based OpenPort Platform enhances this professional signage LED display's functionality.
  • Enjoy a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees, perfect for commercial monitor applications.
  • Benefit from reliable 24/7 operation, ideal for demanding digital signage environments.
  • Easily connect devices with multiple HDMI and USB ports on this commercial display.
  • This signage LED display boasts a slim bezel for a sleek, modern look in any setting.
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Panasonic TH-42AF1U Specifications

  • Screen Size (Diagonal)

    41.9" (1064 mm)

  • Panel Type

    IPS / Edge-LED

  • Aspect Ratio

    16:9

  • Effective Display Area (W x H)

    36.5 x 20.5" / 927.10 x 520.70mm

  • Number of Pixels (H x V)

    1920 x 1080 pixels

  • Brightness

    500 cd/m2 (Typ)

  • Contrast Ratio

    1300:1 (Typ)

  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio

    50000:1

  • Response Time

    8 ms (G to G)

  • Viewing Angle (Horizontal / Vertical)

    178 deg./ 178 deg. (CR >/= 10)

  • Panel Surface Treatment

    Anti glare (Haze 10%)

  • Panel Life Time

    Approx. 60000 hours (typ)

  • OS

    Android 4.4.3

  • CPU

    Cortex-A9
    1.0 GHz (Quad)

  • Memory

    1 GB

  • Storage

    8GB (Total capacity of storage including OS)

  • Graphics

    Vivante GC2000

  • Supported codec

    Video: MPEG4,H.264/AVC,H.263,MotionJPEG,MPEG2,WMV,VP8
    Audio: MP3,AAC,WMA,AMR,Ogg Vorbis

  • USB (OpenPort PLATFORM)

    USB 2.0 Type A connector

  • Micro-USB

    USB 2.0 Micro-B connector

  • microSD Card Slot

    microSD/microSDHC x 1

  • LAN

    RJ45 x 1 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, Compatible with PJLink

  • Wireless LAN Module

    IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n

  • HDMI IN

    HDMI Type A Connector x 2
    Linear PCM: (Sampling frequency:48 kHz/44.1 kHz/32 kHz)

  • COMPONENT/RGB IN

    BNC x 1 set
    Y/G :BNC Contact Plug with sync 1.0 Vp-p (75 ohm)
    PB/CB/B :BNC Contact Plug without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75 ohm )
    PR/CR/R :BNC Contact Plug without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75 ohm )

  • Audio In

    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with VIDEO IN)
    0.5 Vrms
    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with COMPONENT/RGB IN)
    0.5 Vrms
    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with PC IN)
    0.5 Vrms
    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with DVI-D IN)
    0.5 Vrms

  • Video In

    BNC x 1 (Shared with COMPONENT/RGB IN Y/G)
    1.0 Vp-p (75 Ohm)

  • DVI-D IN

    DVI-D 24-pin x 1
    Compliance with DVI Revision 1.0
    Compatible with HDCP 1.1

  • DVI-D OUT

    DVI-D 24-pin x 1
    Compliance with DVI Revision 1.0
    Compatible with HDCP 1.1

  • PC IN

    Mini D-Sub 15-pin x 1 (Female)
    Y/G: with sync 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ohm ); without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75Ohm )
    PB/CB/B: without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75Ohm )
    PR/CR/R: without sync 0.7 Vp-p (75Ohm )
    HD/VD: 1.0 - 5.0 Vp-p (high impedance)

  • Serial IN/OUT

    D-sub 9pin x 1/ x 1, RS-232C Compatible

  • IR IN / OUT

    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 / x 1

  • Audio Out

    Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 Variable (infinity - 0 dB) (1 kHz 0 dB Input,10 kOhm Load)
    0.5 Vrms

  • USB

    USB 2.0 Type A connector x 1 DC 5 V/1A (USB3.0 is not supported.)

  • Built in Speaker

    10 W (8ohm ,Full Range :3.15 x 1.18" / 80.01 x 29.97mm) x 2

  • Built in Speaker OUT

    20 W[10 W +10 W]

  • Power Requirements

    110 - 127 V AC 50 / 60 Hz

  • Power Consumption

    155 W

  • On Mode Average Power Consumption

    110 W

  • Power Off Condition

    Approx. 0.3 W

  • Stand-by Condition

    Approx. 0.5 W (When OpenPort PLATFORM set to OFF, approx. 20 W when OpenPort PLATFORM set to ON)

  • Apparent power

    158 VA

  • Bezel Width

    T/R/L/B: 0.25" / 6.35mm

  • Cabinet Material

    Metal

  • Pitch for Wall-Hanging

    VESA Compliant 7.9" x 7.9" (200 x 200 mm) (Installed by: M6 screws / Screw hole depth 0.4" / 10.16mm)

  • Orientation

    Landscape/Portrait (Angle adjustment 0 - 45 degrees for both left and right)

  • USB Media Player

    Yes

  • Fail back & Fail over

    Yes

  • Data Cloning

    Yes

  • Early Warning Software compatible

    Yes

  • Multi Monitoring &Control S/W compatible

    Yes

  • Operating Time

    24h / 7d

  • Digital Zoom

    Yes

  • Multi Display

    Yes

  • Power ON Screen Delay

    Yes

  • 1:1 Pixel mode

    Yes

  • Auto setup

    Yes

  • Screen Saver

    Yes

  • HDMI Power Management

    Yes

  • PC Power Management

    Yes

  • DVI-D Power Management

    Yes

  • Input Lock

    Yes

  • Button Lock

    Yes

  • Remote-control User Level

    Yes

  • Input Search

    Yes

  • Tilting Angle

    0 - 45 degrees forward/backward with landscape/portrait setting (Angle adjustment is not possible for forward/backward tilting installation.)

  • Operating Temperature

    32 to 104 deg. F / 0 to 40 deg. C
    35 to 95 deg. F / 2 to 35 deg. C

  • Operating Humidity

    20% to 80%(No Condensation)

  • Operating Altitude

    0 - 9186' / 0 - 2799.93m

  • Storage Temperature

    -4 to 140 deg. F / -20 to 60 deg. C

  • Storage Humidity

    20% to 80%(No Condensation)

  • Certifications

    Safety Regulations: UL 60950-1 2nd Edition, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07
    Radiation Regulations: FCC 47 CFR, Part 15,Subpart B Class A,ICES-003

  • Transmitter: Power Requirements

    DC 3 V (2 x AAA Size batteries)

  • Transmitter: Operating distance

    Approx. 23' / 7.01m

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    37.3 x 21.3 x 2.8" / 947.42 x 541.02 x 71.12mm
    37.3 x 21.3 x 2.3" / 947.42 x 541.02 x 58.42mm(Excluding handle part)
    Transmitter: 1.7 x 4.1 x 0.8" / 43.18 x 104.14 x 20.32mm
    Carton: 44.3 x 29.3 x 8.0" / 1125.22 x 744.22 x 203.20mm

  • Weight

    Approx. 34.4lbs / 15.60kg
    Transmitter: Approx. 2.2oz / 62.37g (including batteries)

About Panasonic TH-42AF1U

Over time, your business needs evolve, and so should your digital signage solutions. The AF1 Series 42" Full HD Professional Signage LED Display, with an Android-based OpenPort Platform, is designed to adapt and grow with your business. This high-performance display is powered by a robust SoC (System on a Chip) featuring a 1 GHz quad-core CPU, 1 GB of memory, and 8 GB of internal storage.

This professional LED display is not just a screen, but a versatile communication tool that can be customized with apps created by global alliance partners. These apps are designed for various business roles, ensuring your message is delivered with maximum impact. The OpenPort Platform, based on Android, is fully certified by Google, ensuring stable, secure, and reliable operation.

The AF1 Series LED Display offers a brightness of 500cd/m2, providing excellent resolution and off-axis visibility, even in bright environments. This is achieved using an IPS surface panel, ensuring your content is always visible and vibrant.

Installation and operation are quick and simple, with no need for external devices and cables. The built-in media player function eliminates the need for additional devices such as set-top boxes or PCs, making digital signage applications straightforward. Wireless functionality further simplifies installation, saving you both time and money.

The AF1 Series LED Display supports the connection of peripheral devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or USB camera, expanding its functionality. It also supports external memory devices like USB drives and microSD cards, allowing you to easily expand the 8 GB internal memory storage capacity.

The AF1 Series LED Display is designed with dependability in mind. Its fanless design prevents issues caused by dusty air intake, making it suitable for high-traffic environments. It also features failover and failback safeguards for mission-critical situations, automatically switching to alternative signals if the main video and audio signals are interrupted.

With the AF1 Series 42" Full HD Professional Signage LED Display, you can count on a reliable, adaptable, and high-performance digital signage solution that evolves with your business needs.

Panasonic TH-42AF1U Features

  • High-performance signage LED display with 1 GHz quad-core CPU, 1 GB of memory, and 8 GB internal storage
  • Android-based OpenPort Platform for customizable and impactful digital signage applications
  • Bright and vibrant display with 500cd/m2 brightness and excellent off-axis visibility
  • Easy installation and operation with built-in media player and wireless functionality
  • Supports connection of peripheral devices and external memory devices for enhanced functionality
  • Dependable and robust design with failover and failback safeguards for uninterrupted operation

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 3 months.

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Key Features

  • Experience stunning visuals on this 42" Panasonic display with Full HD resolution.
  • Android-based OpenPort Platform enhances this professional signage LED display's functionality.
  • Enjoy a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees, perfect for commercial monitor applications.
  • Benefit from reliable 24/7 operation, ideal for demanding digital signage environments.
  • Easily connect devices with multiple HDMI and USB ports on this commercial display.
  • This signage LED display boasts a slim bezel for a sleek, modern look in any setting.

What's in the box:

  • Panasonic AF1 Series 42 " Full HD Professional Signage LED Display
  • AC Cord 79 " (2.0m)
  • Remote Control
  • 2x Batteries (AAA Size)
  • 3x Clamper
  • CD-ROM / User Manual
  • Operating Instruction Book
  • Panasonic 90 Day Parts Limited Warranty