LG 50PY3D

Description: The LG 50PY3D is a 50-inch, plasma television.Compared to other plasma TVs on the market, it is midpriced at around $2,270.In general, a liquid plasma display can output more realistic black-levels than an LCD display can.

Pros: Has a USB, serial, remote control, VGA input, digital audio output (optical), digital audio output (coaxial), audio line-in, HD component input, audio line-out, S-Video input, composite video/audio input, and HDMI connections type, which is somewhat more favorable than some similarly priced TVs.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 television 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 unit 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: Made for those who are looking for a stylish, compact TV.

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

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Receiving HDTV broadcast: The three common methods to receive HDTV broadcasts are via satellite-TV set-top box, cable system set-top box, and over-the-air reception from a digital HDTV broadcast station.

True HDTV: True HDTV programming is broadcast in three resolutions: 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.

Tuner options: An HDTV-ready satellite or cable box will act as an outboard HDTV tuner for your digital television set that lacks a built-in HD tuner.

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• Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.
• Part Number: 50PY3D

• General

• Product Type 50 in Plasma TV
• Digital Television Certification HDTV
• Video Interface HDMI, Component, S-Video, Composite
• PC Interface VGA (HD-15)
• USB Port Yes
• HDCP Compatible Yes
• Dimensions With stand
• Width 53.5 in
• Depth 15.6 in
• Height 34.7 in
• Enclosure Color Black

• Display

• Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
• Technology Plasma (PDP)
• Resolution 1920 x 1080
• Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
• Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
• Image Contrast Ratio 3000:1
• Brightness (cd/m2) 1000 cd/m2
• Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
• Widescreen Modes Conventional 4:3, Zoom, 16:9
• Display Menu Language Spanish, English, French
• Backlight Life 60,000 hour(s)
• Comb Filter 3D digital
• V-Chip Control Yes
• Color Temperature Control Yes (Normal/Cool/Warm/User)
• Picture Adjustment Dynamic/Standard/Mild/User1/User2
• Additional Features Auto power off, XD Engine technology, Black level expander, Parental control, 3:2 pull down compensation, V-Chip, Channel labeling, Video noise reduction

• TV Tuner

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

• Digital TV Tuner

• Digital TV Tuner ATSC

• Video Features

• HDTV Ready Yes
• Input Video Formats 1080p
• Parental Channel Lock Yes
• Closed Caption Capability Yes

• Remote Control

• Remote Control Universal remote control - Infrared
• Features Multi-brand compatibility

• Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Built-in Decoders Dolby Digital
• Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT
• Digital Sound Processor (DSP) Yes
• Audio Controls Treble, Bass, Balance
• Speakers Included 2 speakers
• Output Power / Total 20 Watt
• Additional Features Auto volume adjustment, Bass & treble control, Balance control
• Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - 10 Watt

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Rear, 1 x VGA input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Side, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Remote control - Rear, 1 x Serial - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (coaxial) ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 2 x HD component input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Side, 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Side, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear

• Stands & Mounts

• Stand Included Yes

• Compliances

• Compliant Standards RoHS, UL

• Miscellaneous

• Antenna None

• Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Power AC 120/230 V
• Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt
• Battery None

• Manufacturer Warranty

• Service & Support 2 years warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 2 years

• Dimensions & Weight Details

• Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 53.5 in x 3.8 in x 32.3 in

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  LG 50PY3D

  Price: $1,469.00 - $1,798.72

  Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.

  Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1000 cd/m2, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

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  LG 60PY3D

  Price: $2,999.00 - $4,999.00

  Manufacturer: LG Electronics U.S.A.

  Specs: Plasma TV, 60 in, 1000 cd/m2, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

LG Electronics U.S.A.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://us.lge.com/