Samsung PS-42Q97HD Plasma TV
January 19, 2008
Plasma TVs can make viewing a pleasure while the sound resonance is excellent. Requiring a little space and high picture quality guaranteed, they create life like pictures and, let it be for entertainment or information, the satisfaction is guaranteed. Samsung PS-42Q97HD Plasma TV, the elite addition to the plasma TV family ensure everything one expects from this while the company has been leaders in the electronic industry for decades.
This 42” plasma TV is Digital Television Certification with ready HD and Video interface with component, composite, HDMI, S-video, SCART and PC interface with VGA-HD-15. With quality standards surpassing the other plasma range available today, the dimensions with stand are (W) 106 cm x (D) 31.6 cm x (H) 75.9 cm. Weighing 33 kilograms, the 42” wide screen PDP technology Plasma TV has resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels.
The display format is 720P and image aspect ratio is 16:9, dynamic contrast ratio is 15000:1 and brightness 1500 cd/m2. Every care has been taken into account to provide the best for the economic price, and the enhanced pictures and sound quality are par excellence. Progressive scanning with double lining and widescreen modes are in conventional 4:3, Auto wide, Zoom, Zoom 16:9 and viewing angle is 175 degrees.
Samsung PS-42Q97HD Plasma TV has NICAM and A2 stereo reception system, and Picture In picture multi-channel preview along with TV tuner and HD ready features. V-sync rate at maximum Resolution is 60 Hz, maximum V-Sync Rate is 75 Hz, and maximum H-sync Rate is 60 KHz. Features like on/off timer, video noise reduction, and parental control, on-screen menu, Digital Natural Image engine and DVD are of high quality.
Input video formats are 480p, 720 p, 1080i, 480 i, 576i and 576 p. Supported Computer resolutions are 1024 x 768 (XGA), 640 x 480 (VGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA), 640 x 350 and 720 x 400 pixels. With teletext memory of 1000 pages, parental channel lock and NTSC playback on PAL TV, the infrared universal remote control of Samsung TM86 model enables the supported devices of satellite or cable, TV and VCR, and DVD to be relayed perfectly.
The sound output mode is stereo with built-in surround mode and SRS TruSurround XT mode, gives customers utmost satisfaction. Audio controls are via sound mode, equaliser and balance with 5-band equaliser and 2 included speakers, which require a total output power of 20 watts only. The auto volume adjustment and balance control with built-in tabletop stands of swivel feature and flat panel interface of 600 x 400 mm, the voltage required for the internal power device is AC 230 v or 50/60 HZ, and the power consumption for stand by or sleep mode is 1 Watt.
Samsung PS50C96HD 50 inch Plasma TV
January 15, 2008
Plasma TVs have become the rage of this generation, with larger than life images, perfect clarity and bass sound to enliven the surroundings. Samsung
PS50C96HD 50 inch Plasma TV is a 50 inches Digital Television Certification HD ready gadget, manufactured to give perfect picture broadcasts.
The video interface is VGA (HD-15), HDCP compatible with black enclosure and PDP Plasma technology. Resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels assures clear picture and the display format of 720p accentuates the clarity. Image Aspect Ratio is 16:9, Dynamic contrast ratio is 15000:1 and brightness is 1300 cd per metre square. The bright clear pictures are a pleasure to watch whether for information or entertainment.
Video interface is component, Composite, HDMI, S-Video and Scart while the progressive scanning for line doubling is possible in this device. Wide screen mode for conventional plasma TV is 4:3 and Zoom is 16:9. Vertical viewing angle is 175 degrees and with the 3D digital comb filter, the quality of display surpasses the common TV.
Samsung PS50C96HD Plasma TV has colour temperature controls like warm1, warm2, Normal, Cool1 and Cool2. The picture adjustments can be varied as the interests with Custom, Standard, Music, Film and Speech modes supported by this plasma TV.
Other features of this chic 50 inch plasma TV
• Video noise reduction
• Auto power off
• Parental control
• On-screen menu
• Dynamic contrast
• Digital Natural Image engine
• Filter Bright
• Game mode
• TV tuner
• Teletext
• Freeze memo
• Parental Channel lock
• Closed Caption Capability
• Universal infra-red remote control
Multi channel preview with Picture in Picture feature, Stereo reception System of NICAM and A2 and input formats of 480p, 720p, 1080i, 480i, 576i and 576p with supported computer resolutions of 1024 x 768 (XGA), 640 x 480 (VGA), 800 x 600 (SVGA), 640 x 350 and 720 x 400 adds charm to this unique TV.
Supported devices like VCR, Satellite TV system, Cable box, DVD player, and audio system with stereo sound output mode, built-in surround mode, SRS TruSurround XT sound effects, Audio controls with 5 band equalisers and balance and 2 speakers are smart additions.
Samsung PS50C96HD 50 inch Plasma TV needs a 20 Watts total output power, and the features like auto volume adjustment and balance control, 2 x right/left channel speakers that are built-in and require 10 Watts are remarkable. Cable card slot provided are supported by the built-in stand with table top design and swivel stand feature. Flat panel mount interface is 600 x 400 mm requiring power of AC 230 V or 50/60 Hz. Power consumption for stand-by and sleep is 1 Watt. All these features are infused in the unique appliance with dimensions of 123 cm x 9.5 cm x 78.9 cm and the TV weighs just 41.6 kilograms.
Pioneer PDP43MXE1 Plasma TV
January 7, 2008
Plasma TV has arrived, to rule the world of entertainment and information! Hardly requiring any special place except in the hearts of the viewers, in the home or office, this TV can produce pictures with intense depth and clarity. Pioneer PDP43MXE1 Plasma TV is a 43” grey coloured, flat panel flat screen plasma technology oriented TV with dimensions of (H) 630 x (W) 1070 x (D) 98 mm and weighs 33 kg.
It is compatible with a wide range of PC signals, with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels ensure clear undisturbed broadcasting, while the while the contrast ratio of 1200:1 and colour resolution of 32 bit, gives perfect pictures. With progressive scan and high definition features combined in this unique Plasma TV, the HD capability is ready with supported HD broadcast formats of 576 P, 720 P, 1080 P, 576i, and 480i.
The tuner has PAL feature while the Acoustics features consist of built-in 2 speakers, and a standard remote control to tune or change the channels easily from the required distance. Video standard type is SECAM, NTSC and PAL and the feature worth noting is Picture in Picture.
Power source required is 50/60 Hz and connectivity is supported by Rear audio/video inputs complete with single component, composite, S-Video, VGA (D-Sub 15 Pin), RS-232C and DV and two stereo Audio RCA. Rear audio/video outputs have single Audio-stereo Mini and single VGA (D-Sub15 pin). Memory card slots comprise of PC card and the 3 x pc inputs support this Pioneer PDP43MXE1 Plasma TV. People opting for Plasma TVs are increasing by the day as features are par excellence and the sleek design facilitates easy placing in the office or at homes.
Pioneer PDP435FDE Plasma TV Review
October 29, 2007
Since its inception in 1937, Pioneer has carved a niche for itself in the world as a manufacturer of innumerable items for your home, DJ equipment, car audio and multimedia like state of the art Plasma TVs, DVD, DVD players, A/V amps, subwoofers, speakers and receivers.
Important features
The Pioneer PDP435FDE Plasma TV has a 43”wide flat screen. It being a digital TV, one can be assured of not getting hassled by white patches on the screen as is seen on analogue TV screens. It has the standard image ratio of 16:9 required for home cinema systems. It is HDTV ready and requires another receiver for receiving HDTV signals. It has an impressive brightness of 1100cd/m2 and a contrast ratio of 1200:1. The screen resolution is 1024 x 768 pixels. The comb filter is a digital 3 line one. It also has adjustable colour temperature. The combined effect of these features produces image of average quality.
It has a viewing angle of 1600. It enables multiple channels viewing in inset windows with availability of sound only in the main channel.
The sound effects are tremendous with virtual surround sound and SAP/MTS stereo effects with two speakers of 2×13 watts.
It’s built in tuner uses NTSC/ PAL/ SECAM video broadcast standards. The broadcast format displayed is 720p (HDTV) / 480p (EDTV) / 480i (SDTV) and it supports the broadcast format 1080i (HDTV) / 720p (HDTV). 1080i appears to be of the same resolution of 1080p because of interlacing or progressive scanning, even though it has only half of it. But it has double the frame rate of 1080p. It also has more shake than 1080p.
It is provided with 1 HDMI, 1 RF, 1 component and 3 21pin SCART rear input connectors. Front input connectors are 1 Composite, 1 Audio (RCA), 1 S-Video and 1 D-Sub (RGB PC). 1 Audio (RCA), 1 Composite and 1 S-video rear output connectors are present. They provide easy connectivity.
Sleep timer and parental control are other features available. It comes with a headphone jack and a regular remote control.
The Pioneer PDP435FDE Plasma TV is an expensive mediocre visual performer.
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
