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Pioneer PDP-4280HD 42-Inch 720p Plasma HDTV
Product Details
Binding: Electronics
Brand: Pioneer
EAN: 0012562864754
Label: Pioneer
Dimension: 0.19 x 54 x 0.3 inches
Manufacturer: Pioneer
Model: PDP-4280HD
Publisher: Pioneer
Studio: Pioneer
Features and Descriptions - 4 Independent HDMI Inputs (HDMI 1.3) with 1080p 24/60Hz Compatibility
- Fully Integrated Media Receiver with Dual NTSC and ATSC Tuner
- TV Guide On-Screen® Interactive Program Guide for easy navigation of TV program services
- ASIC video processing and scaling for the ultimate in Standard-Definition and High-Definition video performance
- New Optimum Video Mode with optical light sensor for automated adjustment of picture in both varying light conditions and by program content such as movies- news- sports- etc
The PDP-4280HD sports a resolution of 1365 x 768 pixels (WXGA), and can display the 768p and 720p formats natively. The black levels on plasma screens are generally superb and this unit is no exception, with blacks that are an intense, deep black and a picture that has very high contrast as a result.
Ratings & Comments(Average: )
- Believe The Hype!
I totally agree with the thoughts offered by J.Franklin. I researched like a maniac for at least two months, spent a lot of time on the AVS Forum (highly recommended) and just going to all the big box stores and seeing for myself under the less-than-scientific conditions.
Now that I think of it, if you're serious about making a fair comparison between Plasma and LCD, the highly lit flourescent environment you'll find at these places could not be worse. I happen to prefer Plasma for all kinds of reasons that I'll spare you from here. You can a/b Plasma to Plasma in a store, but absolutely try to find a friend who has one to see what the tv can really do.
I was lucky in that I happened to stumble upon a couple of the 5080HD in a few social and business situations. Besides being totally blown away by the picture quality, black levels and transparency of the image, I took note that these were industry professionals who had chosen to purchase the Pioneer because they felt it was the best.
I absolutely recommend purchasing through Amazon, preferably directly when they have units available. I got a fantastic price at $1599, no tax and free white glove delivery. If you're interested in a smaller flat panel experience (given that 50 inches is becoming the industry standard and Pionner is dropping non-Kuro units smaller than 50") think about buying NOW. After several months of losing my mind doing all that research and viewing, I'm happily recovering and enjoying the tv experience of my life...
- Great TV
I have had this tv for a little over a year, its truely a great TV, with many conection options and easy to use. I do recomend this TV for a great picture, great sound quality, and its construction. The tv is intelligent and still up to date with most newer TV's. If you are looking for the highest definition possible this tv comes very close. I picked this tv from Best Buy, after looking at 30 different plasma tv's I picked this pioneer.
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