Panasonic has introduced a 42-inch healthcare-grade LCD screen, the TH-42LRH50U, for use in medical facilities’ patient rooms.
“With the addition of the TH-42LRH50U LCD, we now offer hospitals and other medical facilities a choice in healthcare-grade displays to meet their patient room needs, all of which are UL60065 Annex Q Certified,” said Scott Thie, director of healthcare at Panasonic System Communications Company of North America. “The TH-42LRH50U features low failure rates for a professional display solution with a low total cost of ownership and a high return on investment.”
The 42-inch screen, designed to be used in patient and waiting rooms in hospitals, features a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels with a 16:9 aspect ratio and boots up in three seconds. It has HDMI, composite and VGA inputs, allowing it to be plugged into a variety of computers and other video components. The screen is also compatible with pillow speaker systems, and is viewable from 178 degrees.
The UL 60065 Annex Q certification ensures that the TH-42LRH50U is safe for use in hospitals.
The screen uses C.A.T.S. (Contrast Auto Tracking System), which tracks ambient light and automatically adjusts brightness and contrast, ensuring maximum readability. The Fine Black Panel attempts to ensure rich black levels as well.
The display has an SD memory card slot, allowing settings such as inputs, channels and maximum volume, to be cloned across an entire organization.
The TH-42LRH50U also includes the Pro:Idiom digital rights management system, which allows the screen to display protected HD content without the need for a separate set-top box.
The screen also comes with Panasonic Concierge Service Program, which offers on-site service and support for the TH-42LRH50U's three-year warranty. Panasonic provides a toll-free hotline and 24-hour priority scheduling for on-site support and troubleshooting.
The screen is available for $950 from authorized Panasonic System Communications Company of North America (PSCNA) resellers starting in June.
Edited by
Braden Becker
