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Panasonic Viera TX-P46G15
| Specifications | |||
| Screen size | 46 inches (116 cm) | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | NC | ||
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| Contrast ratio | 4000 : 1 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Response time | 0.001 ms |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity |
VGA • HDMI (x4) • Péritel (x2) YUV • S-Vidéo • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART (x2) • Component • S-Video • Composite |
| Weight | 32 kg |
| Type | Plasma |
| 3D | no |
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Vincent Lheur
Updated: September 17, 2009 - Test date: September 14, 2009
Updated: September 17, 2009 - Test date: September 14, 2009
This model is the 46'' version of the 42'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Panasonic Viera TX-P42G15.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Excellent image quality and contrast
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Unlimited viewing angles
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Can read DivX files straight from an SD card
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Very low input lag will please gamers
Minuses
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Uses more power than an equivalent LCD screen
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Screen a little too sensitive to reflections
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Multimedia player doesn't play many video formats
The G15 produces an image that's not far from perfect. Buy one and you won't make any compromises in terms of image quality. This really is a TV for Home Cinema fans!
