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The Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD is an ultra-thin 50” high-definition plasma television released in mid 2008. It was touted as delivering a level of black depth 5x deeper than previous models from the past year (2007). It delivers 1080p resolution and is able to connect via all modern standards — including HDMI, component, composite, and PC — allowing it to process high-resolution content from Blu-ray discs (external player required), HD digital boxes (set-top required), and computer games (PC required). Most touted about the unit is its Optimum mode, which utilizes a sensor to monitor ambient lightening conditions, after-which it automatically adjusts settings for optimal performance. Additional features include Networked Media Home Gallery for PC/USB playback, a redesigned GUI for easier navigation, and DLNA/Windows-PlaysForSure compatibility.
MSRP $3,500.00
Release date June, 2008
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Features
- 50” HDTV (Plasma)
- Deep Black
- 1080p Resolution
- Versatile Connectivity
- Optimum Mode
- Networked Media Home Gallery
- Redesigned GUI
- DLNA/WPFS Comptability
Specifications
- Screen Size: 50”
- High-Definition Resolution: 1920x1080p
- Video Supported: WMV9, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4
- Audio Supported: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, BMP
Inputs/Outputs
- HDMI 1.3 In
- Component In
- Composite In
- S-Video In
- USB
- PC
- LAN
- Optical Digital Audio Out
- Audio LR Out
- Subwoofer Out
- SR Out
- Headphone Out
- Speaker Out
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Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020HD
• Pioneer PDP-5020FD 50-Inch 1080p KURO Plasma HDTV
• KURO PDP-5020FD 50" LCD TV
UPC: 012562887098
EAN: 012562887098
MPN: PDP-5020FD
Competitors
MSRP $1,899.95
Released March, 2009
The Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G15 is a 50" plasma HDTV that is a part of Panasonic's VIERA G15 Series. For more information, see the Panasonic VIERA G15 Series report. VIDEO Screen Size: 50" Class (49.9" diagonal) Contrast Ratio, Dynamic: Infinite Black/Over 2,000,000:1 Contrast Ratio, Native: 40,000:1 Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Native Resolution (Number of Pixels):...
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G15
MSRP $1,999.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- 1080p/600Hz
- THX certified
- improved blacks and contrast over previous generations
- the same as the more expensive V10 line, only thicker (2")
- Neo PDP technology
Cons
- no THX certificate for EU models
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G10
MSRP $1,999.95
Released April, 2009
The 2009 Plasma 8 Series is Samsung's 2009 expansion to their plasma display line-up, introducing this new flagship line that distinguishes itself with its ultra-thin design. Coming in at just over an inch thick (1.1") Samsung claims that these sets are the thinnest plasmas for the first half of 2009 that contain a built-in TV...
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD
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Samsung PN50B850
MSRP $2,399.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 1080p
- large screen size
- attractive bezel and stand
- plasma contrast and black levels
Cons
- backlight buzz
- Samsung is not known for their plasmas like Pioneer or Panasonic
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD
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Samsung PN50B860
MSRP $2,299.95
Released May, 2009
The VIERA V10 Series is Panasonic's line of high-end plasmas that contain all the high-end technologies introduced in 2009. For more information refer to the full VIERA V10 Series report. Specifications 1080p native resolution 2" thick NeoPDP technology 40,000:1 static contrast ratio 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 1080 lines of motion resolution 600Hz sub drive THX Certification, and...
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50V10
Reviews
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Pros
- best blacks of any plasma - 5x deeper than previous 2007 models
- 20% thinner than the previous generation
- ambient light sensor for automatic image optimization - 'Optimum Mode'
- great contrast
- anti-reflective screen
- DLNA compliance - includes Ethernet port for network interface
- redesigned GUI
- includes backlit remote control
- burn-in resistant
Cons
- not a real looker
- high price
- fewer image tuning controls than the previous generation
- cannot get perfect colour settings - even after meticulous calibration
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PDP, 5020, FD, PDP5020, 5020FD, PDP5020FD
