{ 2008 05 31 }

LG 50PY3D Plasma HDTV

WAS $2,999.99 LG 50PY3D Plasma HDTV - 50", 1080p, ATSC, NTSC, 16:9, 1920 x 1080, USB, HDMI Now Just  $1,599.99 (US)

LG 50PY3D Plasma HDTVLG 50PY3D Plasma HDTV
The LG 50PY3D Displays HDTV programs in full 1920 x 1080p resolution for a more detailed picture. It also has LG SIMPLINK, allowing for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connection. LG’s XD Engine® takes the low resolution of analog signals to near HD levels by improving brightness, contrast, detail and enhancing color as well as reducing signal noise. This total solution results in cinema-like high resolution images. It also features IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION, which provides protective measures to minimize damage as a result of stationary images.

This TV has an amazing picture from every source that I have hooked up to it (Comcast HD, XBox 360, PS3 & Blu Ray). That’s the end of the good news.

The customer service folks from LG are not all that helpful and you’ll get transfered a few times before getting to the TV Warrany people. I spent 55 minutes on the phone during my last experience, the majority of that time was spent listening to elevator music, waiting to get an appointment with one of their authorized repair goons. My Amazing picture has been amazingly broken for 37 days now … they’ve made two attempts to fix it and both failed (well, actually, one succeeded for about 4 hours), the remainder of that 37 days has been spent waiting on backorder parts and rescheduling appointments.

Hopefully yours will not break down because LG, although they claim to be the greatest company since sliced peanut butter, do not blink at allowing a customer to sit with a broken product for over a month during the holidays. I purchased two LCD TV’s for Christmas and you can bet your sweet rear that they do not have an "LG" label on them.

Did I already mention that it looked great while it worked (almost a whole year).

Specifications

 
    Display Area:  50"
    Aspect Ratio:  16:9
    Resolution:  1920 x 1080
    Signal Compatibility:  1080p
    Input Video Signal:  ATSC
    QAM
    NTSC
    Compatibility:  VESA (400 mm X 600 mm)
    Speakers:  2
    Inputs:  USB
    S-Video
    Component Video
    15 pin D-Sub
    Composite Video In
    PC Audio In, RF Input, HDMI - HDCP
    Outputs:  Audio
    Optical Digital Audio, Coaxial Digital Audio
    Dimensions With Stand:  53.5" x 34.7" x 15.6"
    Unit Dimensions (WxHxD):  53.5" x 32.3" x 3.5"
    Unit Weight:  124.6 lbs.

Features

  • 1920 x 1080p Full HD Resolution
  • 3,000:1 Contrast Ratio
  • 60,000 Hours to Half Brightness
  • ATSC/NTSC/QAM Clear Tuner
  • XD Engine®
  • SRS TruSurround XT™
  • LG SimpLink™
  • 3 HDMI™ with HDCP

ATSC - Means 2009 Digital TV Ready
Buy with confidence that ATSC TVs are designed for the future!
The ATSC Standard for Digital Television (DTV) encompasses a number of Standards, Practices, and Guidelines for Digital Television. What it means for today’s television consumer is that ATSC TVs are ready for the future!  They comply with the requirements for the transition to Digital TV sets and all digital transmission to occur by February 17th, 2009.  ATSC Digital Ready TVs have digital tuners already.  TVs and related Tuner products that are not ATSC will require a separate digital tuner after the transition date.

How Compatible Is HDMI?
HDMI is fully backward compatible with PCs, displays and consumer electronics devices incorporating the Digital Visual Interface (DVI) standard. Both HDMI and DVI were pioneered by Silicon Image and are based on TMDS®, Silicon Image’s powerful, high-speed, serial link technology. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, and with 5 Gbps of bandwidth, HDMI can accommodate future enhancements and requirements. Because HDMI was designed specifically for consumer electronics applications, it offers an array of additional consumer enhancements. As digital content can manifest itself in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, HDMI-enabled systems will automatically configure to display content in the most effective format. In addition, if implemented in a specific device, HDMI enables a single remote point and click, allowing manufacturers to deliver home theater systems that automatically configure from a single command from a remote control — turning on or off the components necessary to view a DVD, listen to a CD, or watch cable or satellite TV.

What is the difference between HDMI 1.3 and HDMI 1.3a, or 1.3b?
For consumers, there is no difference between HDMI version 1.3 and 1.3a or 1.3b. These minor revisions to the specification typically relate to manufacturing or testing issues and do not impact features or functionality in a specific product. In addition, HDMI Licensing, LLC is actively working with manufacturers to reduce confusion for consumers by de-emphasizing version numbers and focusing instead on product features and functionality.

How can I identify which HDMI products support a specific feature, such as DVD Audio or Deep Color?
The key for consumers to remember is that HDMI has consistently enabled a variety of the most innovative new technologies (whether they are DVD Audio, SACD, 1080p/60, etc.). However, in many cases, it is up to each manufacturer to choose which features to implement in any given product. The manufacturer can choose the mix of features that makes sense for its customers and products. So, customers must choose devices that have the features that they want (instead of focusing on which version of HDMI is implemented by the device.). Consumers interested in confirming whether a particular consumer electronics product supports DVD-Audio or any other feature over HDMI are urged to review users’ manuals and product reviews, or check with manufacturers directly.

What Is Firmware Upgradeable?
Many of today’s electronics product are design for today’s standards.  Yet like personal computers, they have advanced capabilities that will let them be upgraded for use with new technologies and standards.  The ability to upgrade the firmware of an electronics product allows you to extend the useful lifespan of the device you purchase, and be able to expect support for many (if not all) of the emerging new standards.

What is the difference between Active HDMI and Passive HDMI?
There is no active or passive HDMI in the HDMI specification. These terms apply to cables. Active cables have built-in electronics to enable long cable runs, and typically these cables require a power supply. These cables use active electronics to help push the signal farther than typical passive cables.

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Posted by Allen on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at 11:12 pm. Filed under Computing & Internet. Tagged , , , , , , , , . Follow any responses to this post with its comments RSS feed. You can post a comment, but trackbacks are closed.

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