Friday, September 17, 2010

Is The Panasonic TX-P46G20 Worth Considering?

By Patricia Mangum

When considering the Panasonic TX-P46G20 plasma TV, understand that this 46-inch television sits as a new model in the Japanese consumer electronics manufacturer's Viera lineup of TVs. For years, Panasonic has been known as an innovative maker of such flat-panel TVs and this one -- with a wide variety of features -- will be sure to please most any discerning consumer in the UK, it must be said.

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 also a second filter, which is the Freesat feature, though this time it's offered with HD capability. Once connected to a satellite dish, this filter allows the viewer to access even more free satellite channels than can be found with just the Freeview-HD filter alone. It's obvious that Panasonic has taken the time to build this TV with a high level of quality and features.

The television displays its images in true high definition, meaning that it has a 1080 pixel (1080p) capability. It includes a couple of newly-developed-for-Panasonic picture enhancement technologies that are made possible by the maker's use of its NeoPDP technology suite. It also offers a contrast ratio at an extremely high 2,000,000 to 1 for delivery of super-deep blacks and very bright whites.

Panasonic has also included a 600 Hz motion control engine/processor that does a very good job of keeping track of all the action occurring on the screen. In other words, there'll be little or no evidence of any blurring or smearing or any artifacts left behind, especially during quick action depictions. Panasonic uses what it calls "Intelligent Frame Creation Pro" to handle all this movement.

The TXP46G20 is also WiFI and Skype-ready, needing only an optional dongle and a USB adapter to bring these two features to the television. As well, Panasonic rates the plasma screen's lifespan at over 100,000 hours, meaning that the TV will probably last longer than many of its consumers will! It also has a number of useful connectivity capabilities, meaning that many other devices can be hooked to the TV.

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. - 40732

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