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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. For more information refer to the full Philips 3600 Series report.
MSRP $1,500.00
Release date April, 2008
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- 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
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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
Competitors
MSRP $1,499.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- PC input
- no glossy finish - helps keep reflection/glare low
Cons
- older 60Hz refresh rate - poor for 24 fps films, or media with lots of motion
- slow input source switching delay
- ugly/distracting lower bezel
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Sony BRAVIA KDL-42V4100
MSRP $1,599.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, fast 5ms response time
- better sound system than most TVs
- good amount of inputs despite not having a VGA input for computers
Cons
- lower than average contrast ratio
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Philips 47PFL5603D/27
MSRP $1,499.00
Released May, 2008
The VK Series is Westinghouse's entry level line of 1080p LCD televisions introduced in 2008. For more information refer to the full Westinghouse VK Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 6.5ms response time 10-watt speakers Inputs: 2xHDMI, 2xComponent, 1xVGA, 1xS-Video, 1xComposite Outputs: 1xRCA, 1xSPDIF Optical
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Westinghouse VK-47F130S
MSRP $1,599.00
Released May, 2008
The TX Series is Westinghouse's flagship line of 1080p LCD televisions introduced in 2008. For more information refer to the full Westinghouse TX Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 5,000:1 contrast ratio 6.5ms response time 10-watt speakers Inputs: 4xHDMI, 2xComponent, 1xVGA, 1xS-Video, 1xComposite Outputs: 1xRCA, 1xSPDIF Optical
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Westinghouse TX-47F450S
MSRP $1,799.00
Released April, 2008
The Vizio VW series is the entry level line of televisions by Vizio meant to get the Walmart crowd into the HD scene at an affordable price. For more information refer to the full Vizio VW Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 2000:1 contrast ratio 550 cd/m2 brightness 7ms response time Inputs: HDMI x 3,...
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Vizio VW47LF
MSRP $1,999.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 8-bit panel, 14-bit processing
- a large amount of inputs - as much as higher end TVs
- 1080p
- affordable
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Toshiba Regza 46RV530U
MSRP $1,999.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, 8-bit panel
- Picture in Picture
Cons
- fairly expensive
- limited inputs
- not very attractive
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Sony Bravia KDL-46V4100
MSRP $1,599.99
Released June, 2008
Pros
- fairly inexpensive
- 10-bit panel, 10-bit processing
- 1080p
- good input connectivity
Cons
- takes too long for it to turn on
- ugly bezel
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Sony Bravia KDL-46S4100
MSRP $1,700.00
Released September, 2007
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D64U
MSRP $2,099.95
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. For more information refer to the full 579 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 13,000:1 contrast ratio 6.5ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness 10-bit image processor USB port ATSC/QAM tuners...
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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JVC LT-47X579
MSRP $2,099.95
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- good amount of inputs
- good brightness and response time
Cons
- poor contrast
- Weak speakers
- No PIP
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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LG 47LG50
MSRP $1,499.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- Excellent display
- Light and ready to use out of the box
- Superb clarity, the upconversion is great, even with VGA
Cons
- USB could have been used for video but they didnt enable it
- PIP works only in some quirky modes
- No PIP button on remote
Philips 47PFL3603D/27
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Samsung LN46A550
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