Friday, September 17, 2010

A Look At The Panasonic Viera TX-P46G20

By Emmanual Geron

Taking the measure of the Panasonic TX-P46G20 plasma display television reveals a very nice 46-inch model in the Viera line of high-definition TVs that have stood the test of time well for this innovative Japanese maker of consumer electronics. It offers an array of features and conveniences that are sure to please most any UK consumer, as well.

Like many of Panasonic's better LCD and plasma TVs, this particular model comes with a special tuning filter known as Freeview-HD. This feature allows the television to access 100 specific-to-the-United Kingdom channels that are broadcast free of charge. With the filter, there's no need for a satellite dish or any other special equipment. Just turn it on and begin enjoying the programming.

There's another filter included with this particular Panasonic, and it's Freesat, but this time with full HD capability. It requires a satellite dish and it allows the TV to pick up many channels that Freeview can't. At any rate, the TV itself is made with a high level of build quality that's evident throughout, even upon casual examination.

All of this on-screen activity is put forth on a plasma screen that handles 1080 pixels (1080p) quite easily, meaning that it's a true high definition wizard. Panasonic has included several new or updated technologies for building on that picture through use of its proprietary NeoPDP technology. As well, its contrast ratio -- at 2,000,000 to 1 -- will enable the screen to display bright whites and deep blacks with ease.

All of this on-screen motion is controlled by a fine 600 Hz processor, which is robust enough to ensure that there'll be no smearing or blurring on the screen in cases where the action is moving very fast.Panasonic calls all of this technology "Intelligent Frame Creation Pro, " and it works exactly as promised.

New to this lineup of Panasonic televisions is the WiFi and Skype-ready features that only require use of a USB adapter and optional dongle to make it all happen. The company says that the plasma screen included in the television will last for over 100,000 hours. It's probably a good bet that the TV will outlast its users, in other words. Additionally, the TV can be connected to a wide variety of devices quite easily.

As evidence of the television's useful connectivity features, Panasonic includes at least four HDMI input ports and two separate USB 2.0 ports that complement an additional Ethernet hook up and a series of audio outs. If one so desires, one can connect a PC or laptop to this Panasonic, as well. An included SD memory card slot helps tie it all together. Dolby THS surround sound complements the whole setup.

When all of the functions and features of the Panasonic TX-P46G20 are added together, it's easy to see why many UK consumers are going to be willing to pay around 1300 British pounds (including VAT and after application of a 60-pound voucher) for this new addition to the Viera lineup of Panasonic plasma screen televisions. It will be sure to please, sitting as it does in an attractive glossy black casing. - 40729

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