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Panasonic Viera TX-P46GT30
| Caractéristiques | |||
| Screen size | 46 inches | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes / Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | N.C. | ||
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| Contrast ratio | 5000000:1 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | N.C. |
| Response time | 0.001 ms |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 W |
| Connectivity | HDMI (x4) • Composite • Component • USB (x3) • Optical audio |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 1010 x 705 x 335 mm |
| Weight | 26.5 kg |
| Type | Plasma |
| 3D | yes |
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Pierre Anzil / Pierre-Jean Alzieu
Translator: Sam McGeever
Test date: May 30, 2011
Translator: Sam McGeever
Test date: May 30, 2011
This model is the 46'' version of the 50'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Panasonic Viera TX-P50GT30.
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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Great picture in 2D and 3D
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Excellent contrast ratio: 5310:1 in THX mode
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Almost no crosstalk
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Very wide viewing angles
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No Blackfloating in THX mode
Minuses
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Very average audio quality with muffled sound
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Glossy screen picks up reflections
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Power adaptor makes annoying noise
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High energy consumption: 198 W in THX mode
The GT30 has more contrast than the older GT20, has a great quality picture once you set it up in THX mode. The most demanding viewers will probably prefer the VT30 for getting closer to perfection, the GT30 is almost certainly better value for money.
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