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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


Tags:

samsung, pn58b550,

LG 50PS60C

$1,149.00 to $1,816.00



When used in public areas, these HDTVs can be easily programmed by the installer to have the TV turn on at a specified channel/volume level, set the minimum/maximum volume, lock out the control panel/remote, set the aspect ratio, and return to a factory reset.

Manufacturer:LG Key FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsWarranty
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   50 inch
Contrast Ratio   30,000:1
Digital TV Standard   HDTV-Ready Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
HDCP SupportWith HDCP Support
Weight71.7 lb.
Digital TV Standard   HDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view HDTV signals.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   NTSC
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Comb Filter   3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Brightness   1500 cd/m²
Viewing Angle   178
Adjustable Color Temperature   With Adjustable Color Temperature
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 1 • HDMI x 2
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 2 • USB Port
Headphone JackWith Headphone Jack
Audio Type   Surround
MTS Stereo   SAP / MTS Stereo
Audio Leveler   With Audio Leveler
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 10 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Universal
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish
Channel Labels   With Channel Labels
Width48.4 in.
Depth3.1 in.
Height31.3 in.
Weight71.7 lb.
Overall Warranty2 Years


Tags:

lg, 50ps60c,

Sylvania 6842PF

$769.00 to $1,223.00



Experience the best with this Sylvania 42" EDTV Monitor. 2-channel stereo sound and Plasma screen technology makes this monitor a must have for any home entertainment system.

Manufacturer:Sylvania Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPN6842PF
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Digital TV Standard   EDTV-Ready Television
Display Resolution   852 x 480 pixels
Weight94.8 lb.
Digital TV Standard   EDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view EDTV signals.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Comb Filter   3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution   852 x 480 pixels
Audio Type   Stereo
Audio Output   Fixed
MTS Stereo   SAP / MTS Stereo
Speaker Power10 Watt
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
Width41.5 in.
Depth13 in.
Height28.75 in.
Weight94.8 lb.
UPC053818650059


Tags:

sylvania, 6842pf,


Panasonic TC-P42U2


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