Is your Plasma TV HDTV-enabled?
July 10, 2007
When you go for a Plasma TV, you should know how native resolution of a Plasma TV counts most in displaying the resolution of the original input signal that it receives.
Based on the native pixels that a Plasma TV has, it can be classified into a HDTV or HDTV Ready which actually refer to the capabilities of a Plasma TV to display HDTV resolutions. Any resolution that ranges between 720p and 1080p is called HDTV resolution. A TV that comes with a native resolution of 480p or below can not display the HDTV resolutions with a desirable picture quality
Generally most high end plasma TVs come with native resolution of 1024×768 pixels which means the screen will have 768 lines vertically from top to bottom. There is another higher resolution 1080i or 1920×1080 pixels which can show images of the same resolution without any scaling of the pictures to fit them on their screen. While Plasma TVs of native resolution 1080i are not so many in the market and they are generally much more expensive presently, the Plasma TV makers come with plasma TVs with lesser resolution and even some of the cheaper Plasma TV are incapable of showing pictures of resolution above 480p.
When you buy a Plasma TV with 720p resolution or higher, and you want it to display input signals of 1080i, the original pixels of the input have to be scaled down so that the image can be accommodated on the screen. For example, your plasma TV has a native resolution of 1024×768 pixels but needs to show images of 1080i resolution, the original pixels of the input have to be scaled down to match the native resolution of your plasma TV. This will prevent you from viewing the resolution of the original input signal.
It is highly recommended that you choose your Plasma TV after studying its native resolution, especially when you receive HDTV broadcast via your cable television network. Plasma TVs with lesser resolution of 480p are incapable of showing HDTV pictures and they are suitable for viewing EDTV signals.
Hitachi 55PMA550E Plasma TV Review
February 18, 2007
With a wide screen of size 55-inch new Hitachi 55PMA550E plasma TV, Hitachi has made a very promising contribution to
the world of electronic goods. Elegant design blended with the richest features has made this new plasma TV a very attractive one. The display resolution that this new plasma television supports is 1366 x 768 pixels and it is this high resolution that plays a very vital role in delivering images with good quality. This plasma vision television also has an aspect ratio of 16:9 along with a brightness of 1000 candela/m² and a contrast ratio of 900:1. Further more, this new plasma TV supports 16.7 million colour definition and also supports a viewing angle of 160/160 degrees both horizontally and vertically. This digital TV is a HDTV compatible television set that can receive and display HD signals with good quality. To mention more, this new Hitachi 55PMA550E plasma TV supports PAL, SECAM and NTSC video modes and the compatible resolutions include VGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, SXGA and UXGA. The audio effects produced by the stereo audio systems gives a very imposing effect in you. Supported by matrix surround and TruBass sound effects, this television gives you unforgettable hearing experience. Also the two external stereo speakers of this plasma TV give out a total amplifier power of 24 watts. The audio control supported by this television includes balance, bass and treble. Among the most significant features that this new plasma TV supports, the advanced intelligent image chip technology and high resolution E-ALIS technology stand as distinctive. Connectivity options are the other key features that this plasma TV supports. It has support for various connector types including a DVI-Digital (24 PIN Digital DVI), one VGA input (15 PIN HD D-Sub (HD-15)), one serial (9 PIN D-Sub) port and two audio line-in (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) connectors. The television also supports a phono output. The special features of the Hitachi 55PMA550E plasma TV include various wide screen modes, colour temperature control, and line doubling progressive scan and more. The device has a weight of 63.5 Kg, a height of 85.7 cm, a depth of 10.5 cm and a width of 139.4 cm.
NEC 61XM2 Plasma TV Review
August 4, 2006
The latest model of plasma TV that is available in the UK market is the all new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV. This new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV has a range of highly sophisticated features with the richest performance. The new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV apart from the rich display capabilities features a range of highly capable broadcasting features. The perfect blend of technology and stylish design the new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV has all that is required for the best plasma TV and also completes all your requirements in the perfect plasma television.
Unique and modern the new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV
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- The new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV features the highly advanced AccuBlend Technology. This new and advanced AccuBlend scan conversion provides accurate display of computer-based information from non-native resolutions.
- Another exclusive features of the NEC 61XM2 is the Capsulated Colour Filter Technology which produces superior colour dissemination, distinction, deepness, picture quality and the purest shade of red yet possible in plasma display.
- A scan converter with an Optimum Conversion process for signals up to UXGA is included in the NEC 61XM2 plasma TV for computer sources.
- The new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV also features a 3-2 pull down converter and a motion-compensated 3D scan converter that delivers smooth, lifelike displays of video content.
- The Advanced Mass Area Sampling features of the new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV straightens diagonal lines and reproduces curved lines more smoothly.
Specifications of the new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV
The new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV is a flat panel plasma television with a really wide screen size of 61 inches. The flat panel of the NEC 61XM2 plasma TV has a display resolution of 1365 x 768 pixels and a native aspect ratio of 16:9. The NEC 61XM2 plasma TV also features a contrast ratio of 1500:1, offers a panel brightness of 450cd/m², supports 16.7 million display colours and also features a viewing angle of 160 degrees allowing perfect viewing from any angle. The NEC 61XM2 plasma TV offers high display and broadcasting capabilities. The broadcast formats displayed by the NEC 61XM2 plasma TV are 720p for HDTV, 480p for EDTV and 480i for SDTV. The supported broadcast formats of the NEC 61XM2 plasma TV are 1080i for HDTV, 720p for HDTV, 480p for EDTV, 480i for SDTV, 525p, 525i, 540p, 625p, 625i and 1035i. Other features supported by the new NEC 61XM2 plasma TV are:
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- Digital Zoom
- External Control and Diagnostics
- Built-in Tuner which include NTSC, PAL and SECAM
- Digital Comb Filter
- Adjustable Colour Temperature
- Sleep Timer
- 2 inbuilt speakers with a total speaker power of 18 watts
- Stereo Sound Output Mode
- Progressive Scan
- Parental Control
- Energy Star Compliant
- A standard non illuminated remote control
