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LG 50PC1DRA

review DATE:02.09.07

LG 50PC1DRA
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By Robert Heron

LG is among a very small number of HDTV manufacturers that continue to offer flat-panel televisions equipped with an integrated digital video recorder (DVR). The 50-inch LG 50PC1DRA plasma TV is just such a hybrid. Sadly, its potential to reduce the clutter of increasingly crowded collections of home-theater gear is wasted by poor video-processing abilities and a screen with unimpressive image contrast.

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Company

LG Electronics U.S.A. Inc

http://www.lgusa.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $3,699.95 List
  • Screen Size: 50 inches
  • Type: Plasma, HDTV
  • Native Resolution: 1366 x 768
  • Supported Video Formats: 480p, 720p, 1080i, 480i
  • Widescreen: Yes
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9
  • Video Inputs: Component, Composite, HDMI, RF, S-Video
  • PC Interfaces: Analog VGA, HDMI
  • Built-in TV Tuner: NTSC, ATSC, CableCard
  • Brightness (Max): 109.9 cd/m^2
  • Max PC Resolution: 1360 x 768 pixels

Bottom Line

The LG 50PC1DRA is a 50-inch HD plasma that offers the convenience of a built-in DVR, but it spoils the fun with generally unimpressive image quality.

Pros

Integrated HD DVR. Good color accuracy and saturation.

Cons

Poor video processing. Unimpressive contrast ratio. HD recording restricted to cable and off-air sources.

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