Philips 50PFP5332D

Description: The Philips 50PFP5332D is a 50-inch, plasma television.Compared to other plasma TVs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,225.In general, a liquid plasma display can recreate 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 average cost of a product with a comparable set of widescreen modes is $2,255.This unit can display images that are sharper and more realistic than standard definition television when mated to a high definition signal.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: Built for those who are looking for a stylish, compact TV.

Value: Given its relatively inexpensive price, this TV has great features for the money.

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

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

• Manufacturer: Philips Consumer Electronics
• Part Number: 50PFP5332D/37

• General

• Product Type 50 in Plasma TV
• 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

• Stands & Mounts

• Stand Included Yes
• Stand Design Tabletop
• Flat Panel Mount Interface 600 x 400 mm

• Compliances

• Compliant Standards Plug and Play

• Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Power AC 120/230 V
• Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt
• Power Consumption Operational 480 Watt
• Battery None

• Dimensions & Weight Details

• Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 49.2 in x 4.2 in x 32.2 in x 104.5 lbs

• Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

• Width (Shipping) 52.4 in
• Depth (Shipping) 14.8 in
• Height (Shipping) 35.9 in
• Weight (Shipping) 138.7 lbs

• Sustainability

• Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009) 5.7
• Greenpeace policy rating explained The Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics (greenpeace.org/electronics) ranks leading mobile and PC manufacturers on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the best. The scoring is based on the companies' global policies; on their practice of eliminating harmful chemicals; and on how they take responsibility for their products once discarded by consumers.

Philips Consumer Electronics

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.philipsusa.com/
• Address: P.O. Box 467300, New York, NY.
• Phone: 800/223-1828
• Email: us.ce.webmaster@philips.com
• Fax: 423/475-0411