Description: The Hitachi P50V702 is a 50-inch, plasma television.Compared to other plasma TVs on the market, it is midpriced at around $2,330.In general, a liquid plasma display can provide more realistic black-levels than an LCD display can.

Pros: This set can display images that are sharper and more realistic than analog television when mated to a high definition signal.The 3:2 pulldown feature of this TV 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: Suited for those who are looking for a stylish, compact TV.

Value: Overall, this TV's features are in line with its price.

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• Manufacturer: Hitachi


• Part Number:P50V702

General

• Product Type 50 in Plasma TV
• Series Ultravision
• Digital Television Certification HDTV
• TV Tuner 1x analog , 1x digital
• Video Interface HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite
• HDCP Compatible Yes
• Enclosure Color High gloss japan black with platinum trim

Display

• Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
• Technology Plasma (PDP)


• Resolution 1920 x 1080
• Display Format 1080p (FullHD)


• Image Aspect Ratio 16:9


• Color Depth 16-bit (64K colors)
• Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
• Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
• V-Chip Control Yes


• Color Temperature Control Yes
• Additional Features Reel60 , Game mode , X.v.Color , Dynamic contrast , Video noise reduction , Anti-reflection coating , 3:2 pull down compensation

TV Tuner

• Analog TV Tuner NTSC
• Stereo Reception System MTS
• Secondary Audio Program (SAP) Yes

Digital TV Tuner

• Digital TV Tuner QAM , ATSC

Video Features

• HDTV Ready Yes
• Electronic Program Guide TV Guide On Screen
• Parental Channel Lock Yes
• Closed Caption Capability Yes

Memory Card Reader

• Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card

Remote Control

• Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared

Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Surround Mode Yes
• Sound Effects Bass Boost
• Speakers Included 2 speakers


• Output Power / Total 20 Watt
• Additional Features Mute button
• Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - 10 Watt

Connections

• Connector Type 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear , 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Side , 1 x Serial ( 9 pin D-Sub ) - Rear , 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear , 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side , 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side , 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear
• Slot Provided 1 x SD Memory Card

Stands & Mounts

• Stand Included Yes
• Stand Design Tabletop
• Stand Features Motorized swivel base

Compliances

• Compliant Standards FCC Class B certified

Miscellaneous

• Antenna None

Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Battery None

Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year