Pioneer PDP-4270HD PureVision 42" Plasma HDTV


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Pioneer PDP-4270HD PureVision 42" Plasma HDTV

An impressive amount of new technology is packed into the Pioneer PDP-4270HD, meaning this HDTV is capable of producing stellar color and clarity unlike most of the sets you've seen.

Pioneer's proprietary Crystal Emissive Layer is built into the PDP-4270HD, helping charge and discharge the energy throughout individual light cells in 3x the speed of previous sets.

Combined with Pioneer's Advanced Continuous Emission IV technology, these developments help the PDP-4270HD produce smooth color transitions for truly life-like pictures.

And the PDP-4270HD is loaded with inputs to offer a vast array of setup options, including 2 HDMI, 3 S-Video and 3 Component inputs.

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FEATURES AND SPECS:
Pioneer PDP-4270HD PureVision 42" Plasma HDTV

Product Features

  • 42-inch plasma HDTV with advanced picture technology; measures 41 x 26.75 x 4.5 (inches)
  • Integrated NTSC, ATSC tuners for over-air HDTV reception; TV Guide On-Screen programming guide
  • 1024 x 768-pixel resolution; optical-grade glass panel acts as a color filter for increased contrast
  • Connections: Composite (1side, 2 rear), S-Video 2 rear (1 rear with Audio), Component (1side, 2 rear), HDMI (2 rear), RF (2 rear), PC, USB
  • Two stereo speakers, 13 watts apiece (26 watts total); digital optical output and SRS TruSurround XT

Technical Details

  • Screen size: 42 inches
  • TV type: Plasma
  • HDTV capable: Built-in
  • NTSC tuner: Yes
  • ATSC tuner: Yes (for over-air HDTV reception)
  • QAM tuner: No
  • CableCARD compatible: Yes (for digital cable reception without need of set-top box)
  • Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels
  • Aspect ratio: 16:9
  • Speaker wattage per channel: 13 watts
  • Number of speakers: 2
  • Brightness: Information unavailable
  • Contrast ratio: Information unavailable
  • Viewing angle: 160 degrees
  • Comb filter: No
  • 3:2 pulldown correction: No, 3:3 correction
  • Line doubling: No
  • Color temperature control: Yes
  • Aspect ratio controls: Yes
  • Auto channel setup: Yes
  • Closed captioning: Yes
  • Last-channel recall: Yes
  • Multilingual menu: Yes
  • Parental control: Yes
  • Picture-in-picture (PIP): No
  • Remote control: Yes
  • SAP: Yes
  • Sleep timer: Yes
  • Composite A/V: 4 in (1 side), 1 out
  • S-Video: 3 in (1 side)
  • Component video: 3 in (1 side)
  • DVI: 0
  • HDMI: 2
  • RF: 2
  • PC VGA: 1
  • USB: 1
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FROM THE MANUFACTURER:
Pioneer PDP-4270HD PureVision 42" Plasma HDTV

PANEL TECHNOLOGY

  • Redesigned Deep Encased Cell Structure to improve brightness, image accuracy and panel efficiency
  • New First-Surface Pure Color Filter for enhanced contrast, color and reduction in light reflection on screen
  • Crystal Emissive Layer for deeper blacks and increased brightness of images
  • New and Improved Red and Blue Phosphors creating a brighter, purer and wider color space, improving the overall HD experience
  • New Dielectric Layer for improved light management and efficiency of panel
  • Wide Viewing Angle of 160° - horizontal and vertical with no color shift or picture distortion

VIDEO PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY

  • Pure Drive II Signal Processing – Full time 10-bit Digital Video Processing delivers a low noise, high contrast, natural colored image
    • ACE IV (Advanced Continuous Emission) for reproduction of billions of colors and improved grey-scale rendering in dark picture areas
    • Advanced Pure Cinema™ with 3:3 pull down so that film-based material on DVD, videotape or even regular TV will match the smooth and natural reproduction seen in a movie theater
    • Color Temperature Adjustment – 3 settings (high/mid/low)
    • Digital Noise Reduction – 4 Settings (off/high/mid/low)
    • MPEG Noise Reduction – 4 Settings (off/high/mid/low)
    • Digital CTI – Color Transient Improver (on/off)
    • Natural Resize
    • Natural Enhancer
    • Digital Chroma Decoder (10-bit)

CONVENIENCE FEATURES

  • Fully Integrated Media Receiver with Dual NTSC and ATSC Tuner with CableCARD™ Interface
  • Independent HDMI® Inputs (10-bit processing) with the ability to accept a 1080p/24Hz signal
  • TV Guide On Screen® Interactive Program Guide for easy navigation of TV program services*
  • A/V Selection Memory – 5 options for viewing preferences (Standard/Dynamic/Movie/Game/User)
  • Aspect Ratio Control – 5 positions (Wide/Zoom/Cinema/ Full/4:3)
  • “Dot by Dot” for PC
  • Split Screen/Picture in Picture display modes to view multiple sources at one time
  • Home Gallery offering a convenient way to view photos via USB connection
  • V-Chip Parental Control
  • New Remote Control with preset, glow in the dark, direct input selection and TV Guide On Screen control

VERSATILE VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTIVITY

  • Inputs:
  • Independent Dual HDMI with Audio
  • Component (1 side/2 rear with Audio)
  • Composite [1 side/3 rear (1 rear with Audio)]
  • S-Video [2 rear (1 rear with Audio)]
  • Antenna A & B
  • USB (Mass Storage Class) (side input)
  • PC
  • Outputs:
  • Optical Digital Audio
  • Monitor Out – Composite/Audio LR
  • Subwoofer
  • SR+

SOUND TECHNOLOGY

  • 13 Watt Stereo Amplifier With TruBass® 2-Way Stereo Speakers
  • SRS® WOW®/FOCUSTM/TruBass Surround Sound Audio
  • Bass Boost Loudness

OTHER

  • Table Top Stand – Included
  • Speakers – Included (fully integrated bottom)
  • Flat Wall Mount – Optional (PWM-F110, PDWB-5003)
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REVIEW ROUND-UP:
Pioneer PDP-4270HD PureVision 42" Plasma HDTV
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