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Samsung Introduces New Line of LCDs That Deliver All-in-One Digital Signage Solution with Built-in PC and Industry Leading Thin Bezel

Samsung Strengthens Product Family with the Addition of SyncMaster 400UXn and 460UXn; Setting Industry Precedent with Design and Functionality

IRVINE, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Jun. 18, 2008 Samsung Electronics America, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, a world-leading manufacturer of professional LCD and PDP display products, today announced the addition of the SyncMaster 400UXn and 460UXn, 40-inch and 46-inch LCD displays designed with industry leading ultra thin bezels and a built-in PC for digital signage and information display applications.

The 400UXn and 460UXn feature a range of notable specifications designed to support optimum performance and image quality, the industry leading thin bezel design measures 11mm enabling users to display dynamic content allowing for minimal interference to the message from the bezel. The UXn series is perfect for any location looking to make a big impact with a video wall application. The UXn series is also ideal for a variety of different digital signage scenarios, including indoor venues, retail, signage, and billboard applications; along with transportation locations and financial exchange environments.

Boasting a resolution of 1366 x 768, 700cd/m2 of brightness, 5000:1 high dynamic contrast ratio, and a fast 8ms response time. The displays also offer a wide 178-degree viewing angle supported by Samsung's S-PVA technology, helping lead to clearer and more precise images. In addition to the lines high performing specifications, the series features a built-in PC that runs on a Windows OS XP embedded operating system platform with 1.8GHz AMD Dual Core processor. The UXn line also incorporates an RS-232C interface, allowing for remote a single computer to control multiple displays for convenient and efficient distribution of information.

"The UXn series is perfect for businesses that want the benefits of digital signage without the hassle of controlling a separate media player, the content is easily run directly from a single source," said Christopher Franey, VP Commercial Sales, for Samsung Electronics America, Information Technology Division. "Setting industry standards with design functionality the ultra thin bezel and high-quality performance combined with the built-in PC is another example of Samsung's commitment to growth, innovation, development and success within the digital signage industry."

Other offerings included with the UXn series are a built-in power supply, 10 watt speakers, a CVBS/S-Video,/Component,/HDMI video inputs and VGA/DVI/BNC PC inputs, as well as Samsung's proprietary technology, MagicInfo(TM) content management solution, for improved network connectivity and overall performance. Incorporating Samsung's Anti-Image Retention Technology the displays are protected from image retention during long duty cycles.

Like all Samsung displays, the SyncMaster 400UXn and 460UXn large format displays are backed by a three-year limited warranty on labor and parts, including the backlight, as well as toll-free technical support for the life of the display.

The 400UXn and 460UXn are currently available through Samsung resellers and distribution channels, which can be located by calling 1-800-SAMSUNG or by visiting http://www.samsung.com. Samsung Power Partners receive special promotions, lead referrals, training and technical support, as well as collateral and marketing materials. To find out more about becoming a Samsung Power Partner visit http://www.samsungpartner.com.

About Samsung's Information Technology Division
Samsung's Information Technology Division (ITD) markets a complete line of award-winning LCD Monitor products, including professional large format LCD and Plasma displays. ITD also markets an award-winning line of color and monochrome laser printers and multifunction devices, video security systems and the family of Samsung Q1 Ultra-Mobile Personal Computers (UMPC). Samsung ITD is committed to supporting the needs of its channel partners in the professional, commercial, corporate, and SOHO markets. Based in Irvine, California, ITD is a division of Samsung Electronics America (SEA), a U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC). The SEA organization oversees the North American operations of Samsung including Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc. Please visit http://www.samsung.com for more information or call 1-800-SAMSUNG.

About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2007 consolidated sales of US$103.4 billion. Employing approximately 150,000 people in 134 offices in 62 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business, Telecommunication Business and Digital Appliance Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.

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