Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV Review
July 28, 2007
Overview
Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV comes after the previous version of PDP-5060 in PDP-70HD series. These 50” plasma TVs, despite for their a bit high price tags, offer excellent black levels, superior over-all picture quality and numerous connections. Colour reproduction is the area in which the latest version of PDP-70HD series seems to outperform the previous version.
The outward features like design, black frame and a slender remote control are quite appealing. This 720p screen shows all kinds of video materials with amazing sharpness and clarity while its in-built Picture-in-Picture feature and 3:2 pull down are some of the convenient features one can really enjoy. Connections that are available with this TV offer numerous options to the viewers to enjoy HDTV, DVD and standard video materials from home videos or computer.
Display features:
Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV has a native resolution of 1365 x 768 pixels and can show all kinds of video signals in 16:9 aspect mode with great crispness, clarity and sharpness. Its colour reproduction is really outstanding as it could be seen from the colour accuracy and excellent colour saturation and colour gradations in the picture.
One of the outstanding qualities of the picture which really impress us is the ability of this TV to achieve superb black levels. Its viewing angles are 160 degrees, quite sufficient for such larger plasma screens, as you need to sit far away from the screen.
Picture-in-Picture or split screen offers two simultaneous images on the screen. Another convenient feature is the 3:2 pull down which is included in the advanced menu. You may also use various colour temperature settings and different picture modes to enhance the picture.
Performance-wise this TV impresses us by its capacity to show deeper black levels, colour accuracy, superb colour saturation and more-detailed, sharp pictures. We really liked the way the pull down menu and PIP feature work in this TV and we really enjoyed viewing DVD and HDTV broadcast which were so clear, vivid and sharp.
Audio Quality
Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV features two powerful speakers with an out put of 26 Watt. To produce various sound effects, this TV uses SRS Trusurround sound system.
Connectivity options
Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV can accept numerous video formats and scale them to fit them on its screen. The inputs and sockets are available on rear and side panels. There are two HDMI ports, two S-video inputs and four composite AV inputs. In addition, you can connect this plasma TV with your PC using VGA PC input. You also have an USB port to connect USB devices with this plasma TV.
Key Specifications
- 50” Screen size
- Native resolution 1365 x 768 pixels
- Aspect ratio 16:9
- Viewing angle 160 degrees
- Integrated NTSC tuner
- Picture-in-Picture
- Two HDMI inputs
- Three component inputs
- Four composite AV inputs
- Two S-video inputs
- Two AV inputs
- One VGA PC input
- Two speakers with 26 Watts output
- SRS WOW TruBass sound system
Bottomline
Pioneer PDP-5070HD Plasma TV is an excellent choice if you prefer a larger Plasma screen with superior picture quality, convenient features and a plenty of connections. Although Pioneer 50” inch Plasma TV series tend to be more expensive, they do not fail to deliver what they promise. This TV is certainly one among them. In final tally, the high price tag of this plasma TV does not attract as much our attention as the excellent features of this Plasma TV.
JVC PD-50X795 Plasma TV Review
July 9, 2007
JVC PD-50X795 Plasma TV is a HD plasma TV which has come with a lot of impressive features and outstanding specs. The Digital Image Scaling Technology (D.I.S.T) enhances the pictures of different resolution to match high quality High Definition output. Another innovative feature - High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) allows this TV to accept various digital video sources like DVD ,DTV and other home videos. This HDTV-enabled Plasma TV can be placed on a good-looking table top stand which is supplied along with, when you buy. You have also got options of either choosing floor stand or an adjustable wall bracket.
When you examine its design features, you cannot help marveled by the glossy screen surrounded by black frame. Suitably, the 4-way Speaker System which consists of 2 angular cone and 2 bass speakers are placed on the bottom of the screen. The design of the remote has a special word to mention.. The buttons are indeed smooth to operate and you can find a number of options for fine-tuning this TV, but you need to go through the manual pdf provided by JVC.
- 50� wide screen
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- Native resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels
- Contrast Ratio: 3000:1
- Brightness: 430cd/m2
- Digital Image Scaling Technology (DIST) to upgrade resolution of image
- One HDMI input
- PC Input
- 3 SCART sockets
- One S-video input and an AV input
- AP (Picture and Picture) feature
- 4 way Speaker System
The specs of this wide-screen Plasma TV are impressive. The native resolution of the screen is 1024 x 768 pixels. The Digital Image Scaling Technology (D.I.S.T) enhances the pictures you receive from sources by scaling up their pixels using its unique technology. So, the images look much sharper, more detailed and impressive. This JVC plasma TV excels in colour reproduction. Its Super DigiPure, a 32 bit video processor produces pictures of excellent colour saturation and black levels. Since the contrast ration of this TV is 3000:1 and brightness setting of 430cd/m2, the pictures have an exceptional depth and clarity even when darker scenes are displayed. The input options that this TV offers are quite heartening. There is a HDMI interface for accessing uncompressed digital video sources from DVD, DTV and HDTV channels. There are three SCART sockets, one S-video slot, one AV slot and a PC input in this TV.
Audio features of this TV are on par with some of the high end Plasma TVs available in the market. Certainly, the credit goes to BBE Sound system and two bass speakers. JVC PD-50X795 plasma TV also features Picture in Picture which enables you to see more than a source on the screen.
LG 60PB4D-UB Plasma TV Review
June 26, 2007
LG 60PB4D-UB Plasma TV combines excellent design elements and superior performance. This HD Ready TV features new XD engine Full HD image processor that enriches the picture quality by enhancing the colour reproduction, white balance and contrast details. The design of this plasma TV is similar to other LG Plasma TVs of similar size and the thin profile and glowing black frame surrounding its beautiful screen are strikingly attractive. Main Features
- Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Resolution : 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Brightness : 1000cd/m2
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio 3000:1
- New XD Engine technology
- Enhanced noise reduction
- 2 HDMI inputs
- 2 Scart inputs
- 1 Component input
- 1 PC Input
- 1 S-Video input
- 4 colour temperature settings
- 2 pull down menus
- 6 aspect ratio settings
- 2-Way 4 Speakers with 10 Watt output
- Surround MAX sound system
LG 60PB4D-UB Plasma TV displays images of1080p resolution with unrivalled picture quality. The image scaler incorporated in this unit can do both scaling-up and scaling-down. When you connect this TV with a full HDTV video source like DVD or HDTV channel, the pictures received from the sources are made to fit into the native resolution of this unit by scaling down of pixels. The image scaler also enhances the SDTV and other non-HDTV source matierials by its scaling-up technique and produces crisp, smooth and sharp pictures. LG’s unique XD engine combined with enhanced noise reduction feature provides the best viewing experience that we have ever seen. The scaling techniques which are used to process the pictures which fall shorter than its native resolution are quite impressive. The performance of a Plasma TV often depends on the specs of the TV. The specs of this TV are quite decent the dynamic contrast ratio is up to 3000:1 and the maximum brightness is 1000cd/m2. The pictures, whether from SDTV or HDTV, look sharp and realistic with excellent black levels and colour saturation. What quite impresses the viewer is its ability to produce unrivalled TV viewing experience especially when some DVD material is shown on the 60 inches wide screen. All the features - true balck levels, natural colours and excellent response time- combine together to evoke great admiration from the viewer. This Plasma TV offers a variety of connectivity options to the viewers. There are two HDMI sockets and two Scart sockets provided in this TV, so you can watch both HDTV and non-HDTV materials. In addition, this TV has one component input and a computer input.
LG 60PF95 Plasma TV Review
June 15, 2007
LG 60PF95 Plasma TV is a full 60” HDTV is one of the largest flat panels that have come with excellent design elements and superior performance in recent times. Its new XD engine Full HD image processor enlivens the pictures by enhancing the colour reproduction, white balance and contrast details. The remote of this unit has touch sensitive buttons which make the remote easy to use. The design of this plasma TV is excellent especially its thin profile and glowing black frame surrounding its beautiful screen are strikingly attractive.
· Aspect Ratio 16:9
· Resolution : 1920 x 1080 pixels
· Brightness : 1000cd/m2
· Dynamic Contrast Ratio 3000:1
· New XD Engine technology
· Enhanced noise reduction
· 2 HDMI inputs
· 2 Scart inputs
· 1 Component input
· 1 PC Input
· 1 S-Video input
· 4 colour temperature settings
· 2 pull down menus
· 6 aspect ratio settings
· 2-Way 4 Speakers with 10 Watt output
· Surround MAX sound system
HDTV guide for Plasma TV buyers
May 17, 2007
High Definition Television is the new buzzword in the world of television. More often, the word HDTV is in a sense analogous to higher resolution. As a result, we indulge in a simple calculation: the greater the resolution, the better the picture quality will be. As a result, we go for flat panels which have high native resolution like 720p or 1080p. But, is the resolution only one criteria for judging the picture quality of a display? It is true that the higher resolution ensures sharper pictures. However, there are also other features like colour reproduction, brightness and contrast which are equally, may be, more important than resolution as the over-all picture quality is the hybrid of all these features.
While you go through plasma reviews, the specification of the TV often provides you with essential information like resolution, contrast ratio, response time etc. If you are already familiar with these terms, you may often find yourself in a better position to choose the best Plasma TV to suit your taste. It is also a good idea to navigate through the features listed in the review. Double check, whether the plasma TV which lures your attention with its stylish design and excellent specs, has been provided with anti-glare technology as the plasma screens have a natural tendency to reflect light in ambient conditions. Especially, when you plan to install your plasma tv in a bright room, this feature is often useful.
Well, how to evaluate the performance of a plasma TV? As a thumb of rule, branded Plasma TVs often render great pictures. However there is a maze of specification which may often bewilder you if you are not so familiar with. Fortunately, it is not be- all and end-all.
You may still become a better judge of plasma TV than a reviewer using these simple techniques:
• Check how the colours look on the screen. Do they look natural and accurate? How is the colour saturation? How do the nearest hues appear distinct?
• Next important consideration is the black levels achieved by the TV. Play a DVD and watch dark scenes on the screen. You should be able to see the darkest objects without graying. It is a good idea to test this feature in a little dark room instead of bright room.
• Test the sharpness the pictures by reducing the brightness settings as the maximum brightness may often hide the flaws. Reducing the brightness and contrast to 50 % of their original settings often help you to judge the picture quality.
• Most Plasma TVs boast of their HDTV capabilities. It is wise to put them under a test before you invest money. If the retailers cannot provide HDTV broadcast, a Blue ray disc or a DVD often makes best video material to test the performance of the TV.
• Be familiarized with the remote and meddle with all the pre-sets which modify how the images look on the screen. Some of the Plasma TVs have come up with a myriad of useful presets which may add greater value to your money
