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The 3600 Series is Philips' entry level line of high definition LCD televisions introduced in 2008 that feature a native 1080p resolution. This series competes with entry level offerings from other manufacturers and contains a similar set of specifications. Two distinguishing features are the USB port for audio/photo playback, and HDMI-CEC support which are usually found on more expensive lines. This line is a step up over the 3400 series which has a 720p native resolution. The step up line is the 5400 and 5600 series which feature the next generation Pixel Plus 3 processing engine among other improvements.
MSRP $1,300 - $2,000
Release date April, 2008
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Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- 5ms response time
- 500 cd/m2 brightness
- 29,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- Two 10 watt speakers
- Pixel Plus HD processing engine
- Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 3, Composite x 2, S-Video x 2, USB in
Pixel Plus HD - this is the marketing name given to Philips' picture processing capability. The HD indicates the system can handle processing high-definition footage and was previously found in the high-end Philips televisions. While these entry level models use the Pixel Plus HD, the new high-end TVs now use the Pixel Plus 3 engine which is a further improvement.
Models
The naming convention of the 3600 series is: Philips xxPFL3603D/27 where xx are replaced by the display size
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Philips 47PFL3603D/27
• Philips 47PFL3603D/27 47-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• Philips 47" LCD HDTV
UPC: 609585147386
EAN: 609585147386
MPN: 47PFL3603D/27
Philips 52PFL3603D/27
• Philips 52PFL3603D/27 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• Philips 52" LCD HDTV
UPC: 609585147393
EAN: 0609585147393
MPN: 52PFL3603D/27
Competitors
Philips 3600 Series is ranked 6th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $950 - $2,099
Released March, 2008
Pros
- High contrast ratio
- Good black levels
- 1080p native resolution
Cons
- Doesn't have the same 'super-clear' screen as the 6 and 7 series
- Glossy bevel can be distracting
- Only 3 HDMI inputs
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Samsung 5 Series (2008)
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MSRP $1,200 - $1,600
Released June, 2008
Pros
- 10-bit panel
- Slick interface
- 1080p/60Hz support on component
- Great for gaming
Cons
- More expensive than other manufacturers
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Sony Bravia S4100 Series
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MSRP $1,499 - $2,699
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Accepts 1080p/60Hz and 24Hz content over both HDMI and component
- Good entry into 1080p native resolution without paying for fancy extraneous features
- 4 HDMI inputs
- Same Bravia Engine 2 as higher end models
Cons
- Minor upgrade over previous models
Philips 3600 Series
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Sony Bravia V4100 Series
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MSRP $1,100 - $2,700
Released March, 2008
Pros
- Four HDMI inputs
- Great black levels
- Great price/performance value
Cons
- Component input can't handle 1080p
- VGA input max resolution is 1280x1024
- TV is really 1080i steped up to 1080P (was told by toshiba techsupport)
Philips 3600 Series
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Toshiba Regza RV530U Series
MSRP $1,400 - $3,000
Released March, 2008
Pros
- USB2.0 port for digital media
- Decent price for this level
- Fast and easy menu
Cons
- Only 3 HDMI inputs
- poor contrast
- Weak speakers
Philips 3600 Series
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LG LG50 Series
MSRP $799 - $2,099
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Attractive styling
- Handles most common PC resolutions including 1080p
- Support for 1080p/60Hz
Cons
- Speakers definitely don't replace dedicated sound system
Philips 3600 Series
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Philips 5000 Series
MSRP --
Released February, 2008
Pros
- Better contrast ratio than VW Series
- Well priced
Cons
- Not much differentiation between other Vizio lines
- No dynamic backlight
Philips 3600 Series
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Vizio Envy Series
MSRP --
Released March, 2008
The D74U Series of line of 2008 LCD televisions offer a 1080p native resolution and an ethernet port for accessing content and support directly from the Net. These sets bridge the grap between the lower end D64U series and the flagship SE94U series. Compared with the SE94s, 74U are missing the 10-bit panel and...
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Sharp AQUOS D74U Series
MSRP $1,100 - $6,000
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Very Thin
- True film conversion to 48Hz in some models
- incredible black levels - great contrast and sharpness
Cons
- Confusion over which models offer true film conversion
- Larger display sizes exhibit noticeable banding problems
- Does not pass thru Dolby Digital 5.1 Altho it will output 5.1 from antenna source.
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Sharp AQUOS D64U Series
MSRP $1,700 - $2,100
Released April, 2008
The 579 X-Series is JVC's least expensive line of LCD televisions that falls in the mid-range of other manufacturers with a 1080p native resolution. JVC differentiates their televisions by using their own proprietary image processing technology on their "GENESSA" chip. The 2008 X-Series televisions succeed the 2007 versions, though the difference in specifications is...
Philips 3600 Series
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JVC 579 X-Series
MSRP $1,899 - $2,399
Released September, 2008
Pros
- Low power consumption
- Light weight
Cons
- Need a special JVC motorized mount to take full advantage of slim profile
- HDMI handshake problems
- No 1080p support over component input
Philips 3600 Series
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JVC SL Series
MSRP $1,600 - $2,199
Released March, 2008
The P Series is a line of 1080p LCD televisions from JVC releases in 2008 and is one of the first line of HDTVs to have a built-in iPod dock. Specification-wise the P Series is similar to the lower priced X Series though the difference in prices isn't significant. Similar to the X Series and other JVC...
Philips 3600 Series
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JVC P Series
Reviews
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Pros
- Great connectivity options for this level
- Attractive styling
- Supports a lot of resolutions, including 1080/60p and 1080 over VGA
Cons
- No independent backlight control
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