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Editor's HDTV Pick

HP 47 inch MediaSmart 1080p LCD HDTV "Out of the box" digital media platform. Enjoy videos, pictures and music from home network + digital media delivered over your broadband Internet connection + 3 x HDMI

The Panasonic Viera PZ models are identical to the PX models (TH-42PX80U and 50 inch TH-50PX80U) except for;

• Higher full HD 1080p resolution,
• Higher 20,000:1 contrast ratio and
• An on and off sleep timer.

Naturally dimensions and power consumption also vary.

Both Panasonic Z80U model plasma HDTVs are 720p high definition (1024 x 768 pixels). The attraction of these entry level models to Panasonic’s plasma HDTV range, apart from their lower cost, is the excellent natural contrast ratio of 15,000:1 and the outstanding 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio combined with a plasma panels natural ability to provide excellent image clarity for fast moving action video footage. The Panasonic Viera models are named after their image processor which digitally processes each individual scene for optimum image quality.

A sibling premium Panasonic plasma model, 42 inch TH-42PZ700U was recently announced as a 2008 International CES Best of Innovations Design and Engineering Award honoree in the Video Displays category. Consumer electronics products competing in CES (Consumer Electronics Show) are judged by a pre-eminent panel of independent industrial designers, independent engineers and members of the trade press with the most impressive products in each category are selected as honorees. The technology and features for the PX80U models include the same picture quality features including Anti-Reflective Filter, Deep Color Technology, x.v. Color, 3D Color Management, Motion Pattern Noise Reduction and Game Mode. The Z700U models do have a higher 1080p definition and a native contrast ratio of 30,000:1.
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Samsung’s 84 models (FP-T5884 and FP-T5084) are Samsung’s 1080p plasma Full HD models. They have a top 10 bestselling status and good user reviews with Amazon. Contrast ratio is one of the primary factors for good picture quality and these plasma televisions deliver an impressive 15,000:1. To further enhance picture quality Samsung have provided a wide range of picture quality enhancement functions. Gamers will especially appreciate their Game Mode.

Picture quality has improved from previous models through the adoption of 18-bit processing and Samsung’s latest FilterBright technology. The larger bit rate processing capability means that a greater range of colors can be reproduced making more natural of true-to-life images possible. The FilterBright anti-reflection technology light absorbing panel delivers good contrast and deep black images - even when there is considerable ambient light. The deeper blacks bring out more detail in darker scenes. (read more..)

The Samsung HP-T5064 and HP-T4264 720p plasma HDTV are identical in specification to Samsung’s HP-T5054 and HP-T4254 plasmas except for the addition of a USB connection and some minor cosmetic design differences. The USB addition enables viewing of images stored in a camera or on a USB drive. It’s also possible to play mp3s from a player with a USB connector.

The Samsung 54 models, the HP-T5054 and HP-T4254, are excellent value, entry level 720p high definition option for plasma HDTV shoppers. It’s high bestselling status and good user reviews with Amazon point to general agreement. The plasma panel delivers an impressive 15,000:1 contrast ratio and there is a wide range of picture quality enhancement factors. With their Game Mode feature these models have been attractive to gamers.

These latest plasma panels from Samsung have a 60,000 hour rated panel life which is 27 years of life if you are watching for 6 hours every day. An ATSC tuner is integrated for capturing over-the-air digital broadcasts. There is also a good range of connection options including 3x HDMI.
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The the HP PL5072N and HP PL4272N are high definition with a WXGA (1365 x 768) resolution - probably due to HPs close association with PCs and monitors. In reality, it can be hard to distinguish WXGA from 1080p from over three meters out from the screen. An integrated ATSC/NTSC/clear QAM Tuner allows them to receive HD and digital shows from off air sources and cable.

The HP plasmas are an inexpensive HD plasma option still loaded with lots of excellent features. Added to the value-for-money is the long life rating (luminance is 50% compared to that of initial value) of 60,000 hours.
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Popular Science’s Best of What’s New 07 feature review of the Pioneer Kuro does not hold back praise. Popular Science named the Pioneer KURO the Home Entertainment Category Grand Award Winner stating “The company completely redesigned its plasma technology to produce the sharpest, most vivid picture you’ll find on any TV.” Perhaps it is Pioneers success with rejuvenating plasma technology that is behind Matsushita’s (Panasonic) plans to expand and strengthen its plasma display panel products.

The Pioneer KURO PDP-4280HD, PDP-5080HD, Elite PRO-1150HD and Elite PRO-950HD plasma HDTVs are all WXGA (1365 x 768) resolution with a 16:9 Wide-Screen Aspect Ratio. If in doubt about choosing between the WXGA or 1080p resolution models it might help to consider that the human eye has a hard time distinguishing between XGA and 1080p at around three meters from the screen. Also, at the moment the sources for 1080p video are limited including the Blu-ray and HD-DVD formats.
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Technorati Tags: Pioneer KURO, plasma technology, WXGA

The resolution of both the Panasonic PZ77U models, the 42 inch TH-42PZ77and 50 inch TH-50PZ77, is full HD (1080p resolution - 1920 x 1080 pixels). The resolution of the 42 inch TH-42PX77 is 1024 x 768 and for the TH-50PX77 is 1366 x 768. All are equipped with an integrated ATSC tuner for HD reception. Notable features include; 10,0000:1 contrast ratio, EZ Sync HDAVI Control for one touch remote control of multiple home theater components, picture sharing with the built-in SD memory card slot, anti-glare filter slideshow capability with free integrated GalleryPlayer software and a good range of connectivity options. Naturally, with the plasma technology comes the superior motion image rendering compared to LCD displays.

With digital images now being stored predominantly in digital format, the SD memory card slot and GalleryPlayer software are welcome inclusions to these Panasonic plasma’s specification. They provide the modern convenience to load one’s own or visitors photos to share on a far larger, convenient screen than a cameras display or a computer monitor. LCD photo frames are a popular gift this season and Panasonic’s GalleryPlayer turns converts the plasma display into huge photo frame for slideshows.
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Technorati Tags: Panasonic PZ77U, EZ Sync

All Panasonic’s 700 series plasma HDTVs are full high definition with a 1080p resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels) with an Integrated ATSC tuner. Notable features, other than the display performance, are; EZ Sync HDAVI Control for one touch remote control of multiple home theater components, picture sharing with the built-in SD memory card slot and a good range of connectivity options. The only difference in specification between the 700 series models is the screen size.

The Panasonic 700 series has received extensive positive press for their display quality including black levels, contrast (5000:1) and accurate shadow detail. In fact, the 42 inch TH-42PZ700U has recently been announced as a 2008 International CES Best of Innovations Design and Engineering Award honoree in the Video Displays category. Consumer electronics products competing in CES (Consumer Electronics Show) are judged by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, independent engineers and members of the trade press with the most impressive products in each category are selected as honorees.
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Technorati Tags: EZ Sync

The Pioneer KURO PDP-5010FD and PDP-6010FD are both full 1080p resolution (1920 x 1080) having a 16:9 Wide-Screen Aspect Ratio. The only difference in specification between the PDP-5010FD and PDP-6010FD plasmas is the difference in screen sizes.

Pioneer have placed emphasis on black through all their marketing literature for their KURO plasma full definition TVs. KURO means black in Japanese,. Pioneers’ contention is that black gives each color greater definition, additional shades, more depth and the sharpest details.
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Technorati Tags: KURO