Philips 50PFP5332D

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Description: The Philips 50PFP5332D is a 50-inch, plasma television.Compared to other plasma TVs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,440.In general, a liquid plasma display can output more realistic black-levels than an LCD display can.

Pros: Has a conventional 4:3, subtitle zoom, WideScreen, super zoom, zoom 16:9, and zoom 14:9 widescreen modes, which is considerably more favorable than some similarly priced TVs.In fact, the typical cost of a product with a comparable set of widescreen modes is $2,185.Also, this TV has a 3D digital comb filter.This is more favorable than the average TV on the market today, but is to be expected for a TV of this price.(A 3D filter is one of the best types available, and is "motion adaptive," meaning it utilizes a special method for clearing up the moving parts of the picture, as opposed to the static parts.)With built-in HDTV compatibility, this TV set can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)The 3:2 pulldown feature of this set reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Designed for those who are looking for a stylish, compact TV.

Value: In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this TV has good features for the money.In terms of viewable size, plasma TVs having comparable viewable size have an average cost of about $2,130.

Suggestions: (1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, review DPR editors' Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide.(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, DPR encourages households to recycle their electronics.Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area Electronics Take Back Coalition.

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Manufacturer: Philips

Part Number:50PFP5332D/37

General

Product Type 50 in Plasma TV
Digital Television Certification HDTV
Video Interface HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite
Dimensions With stand
Width 49.2 in
Depth 4.2 in
Height 34.5 in
Weight 124.3 lbs
Country Kits United States

Display

Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
Technology Plasma (PDP)

Resolution 1366 x 768
Display Format 720p

Image Aspect Ratio 16:9

Image Contrast Ratio 10000:1

Brightness (cd/m2) 1200 cd/m2

Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Widescreen Modes Zoom 14:9, Zoom 16:9, Super Zoom, WideScreen, Subtitle Zoom, Conventional 4:3

Viewing Angle 160 degrees
Viewing Angle (Vertical) 160 degrees
Comb Filter 3D digital
Color Temperature Control Yes
Additional Features Active control , Pixel Plus 3 HD , Dynamic contrast , Anti-reflection coating , 2:2 pull down compensation , 3:2 pull down compensation

TV Tuner

Analog TV Tuner NTSC
Stereo Reception System NICAM

Digital TV Tuner

Digital TV Tuner QAM , ATSC

Video Features

HDTV Ready Yes
Analog Video Input Signals NTSC
Input Video Formats 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i
Parental Channel Lock Yes

Memory Card Reader

Card Reader Name Digital Media Reader

Remote Control

Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
Supported Devices TV

Audio System

Sound Output Mode Stereo
Surround Mode Yes
Sound Effects Virtual Dolby Digital , Virtual Dolby Surround
Audio Controls Bass , Treble , Balance , Equalizer , Sound mode
Equalizer Yes
Speakers Included 2 speakers

Output Power / Total 30 Watt
Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 15 Watt

Network & Internet Multimedia

Functionality Digital audio playback , Digital photo playback
Connectivity Wired
Connectivity Protocols USB
Supported Audio Formats MP3
Supported Pictures Formats JPG

Connections

Connector Type 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear , 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear , 1 x Digital audio output (coaxial) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear , 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side , 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Side , 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side , 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side