Products reviews

Samsung PN58B550

$1,418.00 to $1,509.00



As much as we love plasmas' image quality here at CNET, there's no denying that they're power hogs . However, at CES 2009 we've seen several plasma manufacturers showing off new energy-efficient panels. Like Panasonic's NeoPDP plasmas, the Samsung PNB550 series of plasmas claim to consume nearly 50 percent less energy compared to past models. Here are the full details.Minimize

Manufacturer:Samsung Product MPNKey FeaturesCombo FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPN58B550T2FXZA
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
LCD Response Time   0.001 ms
Screen Size   58 inch
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight84.7 lb.
Playable File FormatsJPEG
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Rear Input ConnectorsComponent x 2 • HDMI x 3 • USB Port
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1
Audio Type   Virtual Surround
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 15 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish
Width55.8 in.
Depth2.9 in.
Height34.1 in.
Weight84.7 lb.
Overall Warranty1 Year
Included AccessoriesRemote Control
UPC036725229334
Family LineSamsung PN


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Panasonic TC-P42U1

$629.00 to $1,128.00



The Panasonic TCP42U1 42" Viera Plasma HDTV features VIERA Link. In which, you can control your compatible Panasonic DVD recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, home theater sound system and HD camcorder, all with a single remote and helpful on-screen menus.

Manufacturer:Panasonic Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsSpeakersTechnical FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNTC-P42U1
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Contrast Ratio   30,000:1
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight55.2 lb.
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Speaker Power20 Watt
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Weight55.2 lb.
UPC037988242436
Family LinePanasonic VIERA


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LG 50PQ30

$864.00 to $1,271.00



You’ll quickly feel like you’re a part of the action with the LG50PQ30 50” High Definition Plasma TV. The sheer size of this beauty will make you never want to leave its sight. An incredible 2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio and 1365 x 768 resolution will enhance your visuals on-screen, providing superb high-quality definition. Plus, 600Hz Sub-field Driving Technology will take you to the heart of every speedy action with razor sharp clarity.You’ll be blown away by the clear substance and efficient performance the LG50PQ30 50” High Definition Plasma TV has to offer.Minimize

Manufacturer:LG Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsSpeakersTechnical FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN50PQ30
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   50 inch
Display Resolution   1365 x 768 pixels
HDCP SupportWith HDCP Support
Weight68.8 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Display Resolution   1365 x 768 pixels
Brightness   1500 cd/m²
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 1
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1
Speaker Power10 Watt
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Weight68.8 lb.
UPC719192175235


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Panasonic TH-37PH10UK


demanding home theater and professional applications. It contains technology that improves color rendition, brightness and contrast while achieving new standards in power efficiency and functional lifetime. It can be used as the ultimate home theater display or as a panel for corporate presentations and commercial signage. The compact frame ensures that the monitor can be placed in confined spaces with no hassle.Minimize


LG 60PG3000


This 60" screen offers high definition resolution for your favourite films and TV programmes, and uses 100 Hz scanning to reduce lag by calculating frames at 100 images per second, instead of 50 or 60. The 60PG3000 also comes with an XD Engine image enhancer and a digital comb filter, making graphics seem lifelike, as well as three HDMI sockets and two scart jacks for adding a multimedia hard drive, a DVD recorder or a games console.Minimize


Samsung PN63B550


The PN63B550 plasma HDTV is perfect for action-packed sports and movies. It uses new e-panel technology which reduces blurring and produces crisp, clear images.


Panasonic TC-P42C2


Panasonic's 42-inch VIERA TC-P42C2 Plasma HDTV features a 720p high-definition resolution and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity. This and other models in the C2 line offer Panasonic's VIERA Image Viewer feature, which enables you to play slideshows of JPEG images stored on SD memory cards.