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NEC PlasmaSync 61XM2+/S

review DATE:07.13.04

NEC PlasmaSync 61MX2

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By Loyd Case

Prices for plasma displays haven't come down much, but size and picture quality have definitely gone up. The NEC PlasmaSync 61XM2+/S demonstrates both of these trends: It's one of the largest displays available and produces a striking image. It supports full 720p HDTV resolution and scales to 1080i, but you'll need a tuner to watch HDTV.

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Company

NEC Visual Systems Division

http://www.necvisualsystems.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: 
  • Screen Size: 61 inches
  • Type: Plasma, HDTV
  • Supported Video Formats: 480p, 720p, 1080i
  • Pixel Pitch: 0.99 mm
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Video Inputs: Component, Composite, DVI, S-Video
  • PC Interfaces: Analog VGA, Dual-mode (DVI-I)
  • Built-in TV Tuner: None
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Bottom Line

If you can afford it, this display offers exceptional image quality in a thin unit. If you crave a big high-definition display, but want the simplicity of a flat screen, be sure to give the PlasmaSync 61XM2+/S a screen test.

Pros

Stunning image quality with good color fidelity. Excellent black level. Good grayscale tracking. Superb built-in scaler for DVD movies.

Cons

No internal HD tuner. Color rendition a touch on the cool side. Limited remote control. Extremely expensive.

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