Panasonic TH42PD60CAB Plasma TV Review
January 11, 2007
Panasonic, one of the prominent global marketers in plasma technology, has launched a plasma TV that satisfies the consumer needs. Panasonic has always recognised the varying needs of consumers. Thus they have included the new Panasonic TH42PD60CAB Plasma TV to the viera range, incorporating Free View Tuners for additional digital effect. With Panasonic’s pioneering technology that delivers the best images, V-Real can produce an excellent plasma performance. Panasonic TH42PD60CAB Plasma TV is a tuner integrated set. This set includes DVB digital tuner. The tuner integrated with this plasma is PLL synthesizer with 100-position auto-search facility. The broadcast stereo reception used is NICAM (FM) the receiving systems are PAL -I, DVB; PAL -552/60, NTSC, M-NTSC. The diagonally measured screen size is 42 inches. The system has a G9 type progressive HD Plasma Panel. It is also compatible for PC signals. The display colour is up to a maximum of 29 billion equivalent colours. The contrast ratio of this plasma is 10,000: 1. Both the full range speakers are of 20 W output. The total number of pixels is 408,960 (852 x 480). The system has a composite video input, which transmits the signals from DVD, camcorders, and game consoles and so forth to the plasma. Panasonic TH42PD60CAB Plasma TV has an RCA phono set with 3 components, [Y, PB, PR]. It has a 21 pin input output SCART. The AV1 stream includes the components such as AV In, TV out, RGB In, AV2: AV In/Out, S-Video In, Q - Links Video/ In, Q-Link (rear). The TV is also provided with screen savers, side panel adjustments, multi window facility and the like. The power supply needed for this plasma is an AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60Hz. Another remarkable feature of this new plasma TV is their most ground-breaking Real Black Drive and New Deep Filter System that suppresses unwanted greying by reducing the electrical pre-discharge to almost about 10 percent the level of the other predictable plasma televisions. Now, this TV is effectively equipped with an environment friendly plasma panel. All major components are completely re-vamped with upgraded phosphors and panel materials, the newly shaped ribs and electrodes and reduction in the level of gas used.
PLASMA TV BUYING GUIDE
September 7, 2006
The advent of digital broadcasting and other technological advances has pushed TV entertainment to higher levels of viewing pleasure for consumers. Initiatives to turn to digital broadcasting have become increasingly popular, even institutionalized by government authorities in some countries. Thus emerged digital television (DTV), high definition television (HDTV), Digital Versatile Disk (DVD-Video), computer video, and digital satellite broadcasts.
What is a Plasma TV?
Plasma TV is usually associated with those ultra-thin, space-saving TV displays that can be hung on walls. But there is more to Plasma TV than their ultra-thin figures. Wikipedia defines plasma display as “ an emissive flat panel display where light is created by phosphors excited by a plasma discharge between two flat panels of glass. Simply put, the plasma display is composed of separate glass compartments or cells that infused with neon-xenon gas suspended in plasma. Once electrically charged, the gases emit green, red and blue phosphors, forming what is called as pixels. This element basically gives Plasma TV brighter display and wide color range.
Plasma TV Buying Tips
There is a plethora of choices available when shops around for plasma television that is just right for your home. But it would be a good idea if one knows the right specifications and features to look for in a Plasma TV. Here are some basic tips on buying plasma television.
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- First of all, survey the room where the Plasma TV is to be placed in. Consider the size of the room before you choose your Plasma TV. Remember that plasma displays are usually larger than your usual LCDs, with largest sizes up to 71 inches diagonally. New models may churn out larger sizes, but generally plasma TV offers the largest option in terms of size. Considering the size, it necessarily follows that the plasma TV youve been eyeing must fit in your room. Color and graphical flaws are more obvious up front; so observe the right viewing space away from the TV screen. The basic rule is to sit at a distance 1.5 to three times the screen width away.
- A Plasma TV can be mounted on a wall and you can have the best video art there is. But before you do, make sure that the wall can absorb the TVs weight. While they are relatively lighter than other types, Plasma TVs can weigh up to 30 kgs.
- Check out the brightness feature. Remember that brightness or luminance refers to the brightness of a screen, and is expressed in cd/m2, 2000cd/m2 for example. The higher the number, the more luminous the wide TV screen. So take note and consider the brightness feature, especially if you intend to place it in a dimly lighted or brightly lighted space.
- Usually expressed in ratio, the Contrast feature of a TV screen refers to its capability to display the colors black and white. The contrast ratio refers to the graduation of shades of color gray that the TV is capable of displaying. It determines the quality of detail that can be seen when dark scenes are displayed.
There are many other features that one must consider before buying a plasma television. But to get the right one for you, stick to the basic rule of thumb know what you are buying.
Fujitsu P42HTS40 Plasma TV Review
August 4, 2006
Television viewing has never been so wonderful and exciting till the leader in electronic goods came forward with their brand new model of plasma TV the all new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV. Fujitsu has taken great care in incorporating only the best and advanced technology in their new and improved model Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV. With an extensive collection of advanced features the new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV has a distinct place for itself in the market. The new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV is well accepted and used in the UK.
What makes Fujitsu P42HTS40 special?
The new Fujitsu P42HTS40 is a plasma TV with a plasma screen of 42 inches. The panel of the Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV displays at a screen resolution of 1024 x 1024 pixels which has a panel brightness of 1100 cd/m² and a pixel pitch of 0.9mm. The native aspect ratio of the Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV is 16:9 and it also supports a frequency of 120Hertz. Another notable display feature of the new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV is that it supports displayable colours of 1.07 Billion. The new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV features Fujitsu’s ALiS technology or more specifically the Alternative Lighting of surfaces technology. The new ALiS technology discharges the electrodes in the plasma panel more efficiently than the other conventional plasma TV’s which helps to achieve higher brightness and definition and also produces extraordinary clarity, sharpness and colour accuracy. The new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV comes with an integrated tuner that supports tuner types like NTSC, PAL and SECAM. The Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV also supports auto tuning and also supports HDTV as the additional decoder of the device.
What lacks in the Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV
- Integrated Freeview tuner Dual TV Tuner DVD DVD Recorder VCR
More of Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV
- Colour temperature control Picture in picture PC compatibility Infrared Remote Control Sky High Definition compatible Projector Technology The connectors are: Composite (1 in the front and 1 on the side) S-Video (1 in the front and 1 on the side) RGB-Scart (3 on the rear) Component (2 on the rear) DVI (on the rear) HDMI (on the rear) HDCP
With a weight of 31.5cms the new Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV the Fujitsu plasma TV is a TV that will surely compliment the interiors of your house. The silver colour of the plasma TV is another fact that will make the Fujitsu P42HTS40 plasma TV very attractive.
Panasonic Plasma TVs – Review
May 25, 2006
Panasonic has been critically adjudged as one of the top three manufacturers of Plasma display products. It was the first manufacturer who provided the CRT-like black levels by suppressing the predischarge emissions. The company has been able to occupy its covetous position by maintaining the standard black levels and grey scaling in the production of pictures.
So what’s new in its 42‿ 8th generation TH-42PHD8UK? The professional expertise and nuances of the 7th generation pro-model have been successfully incorporated in the 8th generation consumer line up. As a result the latest achievements in the pro-plasma product field in the 7th generation could be had in the 8th generation panel or in the Panasonic Onyx series which have been presented to the consumers.
Panasonic TH42PHD8UK Vs TH42PHD7UK
The Super Real Gamma system used in the 7th generation is replaced with Advanced Real Gamma system. This change has resulted in definitive difference as read in the panel specifications. Other factors such as Contrast Ratio, Resolution and panel life have been maintained to the same level.
Other major changes are effected in the new 8th series which facilitate easy maneuverability accompanied with pro-like perfection.
The 21 button control system in the 7th series is replaced with 45 button Remote Control mode. The single on-off button is replaced with discrete buttons placed at appropriate corners. This has a separate button for each input device eliminating the necessity of pressing the Single Input Button every time.
A numeric keypad is introduced in the 8th series which greatly facilitates changing channels.
Control buttons present in the 7th series are removed in the 8th series so that extensive operation is possible with the remote control.
Another advantage with the new series is the drop in power consumption, from 290 watts to 275 watts.
Improvements in the 8th series Panasonic plasma TV models
The new series has improved the phosphors (glass) so that it resists the phosphor burns from static images.
The half-life period of the 8th series is extended to 60,000 hours. The panel structure is designed in such a way that the intensity and efficiency of light emitted is improved.
The 8th series has increased the input card options to include the HDM1 digital broadcast.
Peak brightness has been increased by 10%.
These Plasma techniques can be used for professional use or in the home-level entertainment.
The video quality of a Plasma Display Monitor is the acid test for the multiple specifications, such as, pixel resolution or contrast ratio claimed by the product.
Panasonic 8th series has taken into consideration, questions from the consumers, such as the life of the set, the brightness etc. and has successfully introduced stringent quality controls so that the 8th series is way ahead of the 7th series and consumer friendly.
Another major advancement over the 7th series is the introduction of wide-spread grey scaling (2048 shades of grey) in the 8th series which enables the viewer to appreciate finer details even in dark scenes. Panasonic Plasma TV shows the best possible picture on a 42 high definition display.
Equipped with higher end signals of HDTV 10801 or progressive scan 480P, and pixel resolution of 1024 X 480 Panasonic Plasma TV is decidedly the best of its genre. Discriminatory judgement is certainly in favour of Panasonic Plasma TV when compared to other products such as Frigiton, Hitachi. Grey colour reproduction is of very high quality. It is universally acclaimed as ‘deep, rich and clear, amazing.
The achievement in the grey scaling technique introduced in the 8th series is highly commendable. Other brands increase the dark shade levels to augment the contrast ratio but they fail to capture the finest shades of the real image, bringing down the quality in the attempt.
Flesh tones are very realistic when compared to the other products of the same cadre.
The scan quality of the 8th series is highly upgraded over the 7th so that the overall picture quality is appreciably better than what is viewed on the television grade signals.
With the widest possible grey paneling introduced in the 8th series, we see excellent realistic, contrasting minute shade differences even in the scenes shot in the dark places.
Film and Video handling in the 8th series is a phenomenal success. All input samples ranging from 640 x 480 to 920 x 1200 are brought out with breath-taking clarity. This Plasma TV is equipped with 70 different resolution/refresh combinations, so that the picture quality is superior to that of LCD output.
Other considerations when you buy Panasonic plasma TV
This Plasma TV is even whisper-free, since there is no fan. The power consumption is the lowest in the category.
There is a wide range of adjustments for sharpness, colour and brightness, tint and picture. You can adjust the contrast from -30 to 30 according to room environment. There are colour and zoom adjustments. The zoom pictures do not compromise on quality even in the maximum.
Easily available connections are there in the back bottom for S.Video, Composite Video, a row of 5 BNC connections for components/RGB serial port, a 15 pin VGA, a DB25 tuner in connection and two speaker output terminals. You can set up Optional video terminal boards to meet your individual requirements. You can accommodate an optimal video terminal board which allows the user to view picture in picture or side by side picture. This set up will facilitate the user to view pictures from satellite and HDTV.
The bezel/frame is dark charcoal grey. The dimensions are sleek, 3.5‿ deep, 40‿ wide and 24‿ tall.
Compelling features to choose the 8th series as the best buy:
UXGA (1600 x 1200) Computer acceptance.
Half-life span: 60,000 hours.
Real Black Drive for highest contrast and deeper blacks.
Full range of Optional video terminal boards.
Wide grey scales range- 2048 shades.
Low power consumption: 270 watts.
Whisper-free operation.
Designed with unmatched expertise and perfection Plasma TV 8th series brings about near perfection realistic pictures, on account of which it legitimately claims the highest place in the market.
TH-42PHD 8K is certainly the best buy in the high definition TV market. This stands far above the competing Korean and Taiwanese brands, quality/picture/performance wise.
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