Turn up your viewing experience with Pixel Plus 3 HD. Experience the superior picture quality of this excellent Flat TV with the latest Plasma technology and Pixel Plus. It's packed into a stunning design that will complement your interior. Share music and photos via the built-in USB.Customer Review: Philips 50PFP5332D 50" DEAD IN 5 MONTHS, 2nd one DEAD IN 33 DAYS!
This TV had a beautiful picture, for the first 5 months then died. Mfg. Warranty specifically states Philips has the right to send out a refurbished TV as the replacement, it took 2 months to arrive from Ohio. The replacement lasted 33 days and began to turn itself off. Contact w/Philips Cust. Service, again they stated per policy, they want to send another refurbished model or a LCD TV instead of the plasma unit. Research indicates this mfg. is no longer making plasma TV's for US distribution, parts and repair are almost impossible even on a 5 month old TV, opps, 33 day old TV. Recent discussion w/ six independent repair services has informed me this model has been, and I quote, "a dog from day one"... It's football season and my brand new big screen is no longer working!! This TV has been broken more time than it has been operable since I purchased it in Dec. 2007... SAVE YOUR MONEY, BUY ANYTHING ELSE, DONATE IT TO CHARITY, BUT DON'T GIVE YOUR HARD EARNED $ TO PHILIPS!!!
Customer Review: Awesome Picture... Great Plasma TV
I was a bit skeptical when I read some bad reviews on this TV but the price was too good to ignore. I have owned it now for a week and I am more than happy. The picture quality is awesome, even the non HD chabbes are great. The remote is simple to use and light. I hope my TV lasts longer and based on the picture quality and price, I will give this 5 star!
What is digital television?
Digital television is the next generation of television technology. The current system, called analog television, was created in the 1950s. DTV was created for the 21st Century by a working group of programmers, broadcasters and engineers so that consumers will get the best product. The same way computers scan photos into data files (literally turning your vacation pictures into a series of 1s and 0s); DTV changes the film and video into digital images (those same 1s and 0s) and transmits them.
Analog still works, so why switch?
They used to say, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it," but 8-track tapes were replaced by cassette tapes, which were replaced by CDs and so on. New technology does the same thing, but does it better. By changing the way TV signals are broadcast, the signals use less bandwidth, meaning more programming can be sent out over the airwaves. According to the FCC website, "That means better quality, more choices, and more control over your television."
Using less bandwidth also means parts of the broadcast spectrum will no longer be needed by the TV industry. This spectrum is limited, like a series of pipes; there are many, but only so many. DTV means television needs fewer pipes. The others can be reassigned to public safety--police, fire and paramedic services--or wireless phone service providers or other uses.
When and how will the switch happen?
It has already begun. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) set the preparatory work in motion in 1996. Starting March 1, 2007, all televisions built in or imported to the US must have a digital tuner as well as an analog tuner. Many stations have already launched digital broadcasting in addition to their analog broadcasts. On February 17, 2009, all major TV stations will stop sending out analog signals.
Consumers who purchased TVs built March 2007 or after won't need to do anything; they are ready for the switchover. In fact, the switchover has gone so smoothly, most people probably didn't even notice it was happening. For those with older sets, they can buy a new TV or buy a converter than translates digital back to analog signals.
Analog-only TV sets built before March 2007 may still be available for sale; if so, retailers must to post a notice clearly stating which sets are analog-only.
What about consumers who can't afford a digital-to-analog converter?
Starting January 1, 2008, and continuing through March 31, 2009, consumers can request two coupons for two digital-to-analog converter boxes. Each coupon is worth $40.00 toward the purchase of one converter.
Will consumers need a special antenna to get digital television programs?
Consumers who currently use an antenna, either on-the-set 'rabbit ears' or a roof-mounted antenna, should receive digital signals as well as they received analog signals.
Is this related to high-definition television?
No, HDTV is a separate issue. HDTV audio and video signals are digital, but the new regular TV (sometimes called 'enhanced' television or ETV) will also be going digital. Consumers do not have to buy an HDTV to see digital-TV programming. Broadcasting programs in enhanced and high-def formats is called 'multi-casting,' which will be one of the big advantages of the digital switch.
Other useful facts:
Consumers who decide to buy a new television don't have to send their old set to a landfill; many communities have recycling programs.
Cable systems are not required to switch to digital, although many cable companies are offering digital and high-definition program packages as well as analog. Some may eventually choose to switch to all-digital programming. The FCC's DTV rules apply only to broadcasters--those who use the public airwaves to deliver programming to consumers.
Parental controls (like the V-chip) will work as well with digital signals as they have worked with analog.
Like all consumer electronics, televisions have changed a lot over the past fifty years. With few exceptions, these have been changes for the better. Digital television is simply the newest member of that list.
For more information:
The FCC has set up a website (http://www.dtv.gov) to answer consumer questions.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration or NTIA, (http://www.dtv2009.gov) can assist with the converter coupon program.
Consumers wishing to recycle an old television can get help from the Consumer Electronics Association (http://www.mygreenelectronics.com)
Phoenix Roberts has been a journalist, freelance writer and desktop publisher for over 10 years. Presently, he is an SEO Content Writer for Internet discount retailer Overstock.
(http://www.overstock.com) He is also an FCC-certified Digital Television educator.
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