Zenith P60W38 60'' Widescreen Plasma Flat-Panel HDTV

The Benefits of HDTV

Average customer rating:

DO NOT BUY ZENITH !!
Better than Expected
Good Quality...Bad Brand
This TV is okay...

Zenith P60W38 60" Widescreen Plasma Flat-Panel HDTV

Manufacturer: Zenith
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

60-inch plasma HDTV monitor with DVI-HDTV input; 57.3 x 34.8 x 3.9 inches (W x H x D)
1280 x 720p pixel resolution renders images in stunning detail
Extremely high (1,000:1) contrast ratio for dynamic images with super-black blacks
1,000 cd/m2 brightness delivers incredibly bright pictures, even in well-lit areas
PIP (picture-in-picture) feature; extensive audio controls let you tailor the sound; 10 watts x 2 output for optional speakers

ASIN: B0000A2UAN

Product Description

The P60W38 60" Plasma HDTV employs groundbreaking display technology delivering superior image clarity, color and brightness. The P60W38 features extremely detailed imagery, extremely sharp contrast between light and dark images, and renders an incredibly bright picture, even in well-lit areas. The P60W38 allows intelligent resizing of video and computer images to 16: 9 widescreen or 4: 3 conventional formats. Faroudja/Sage scan converter seamlessly converts TV video data to PC formats without distortion or cropping images in either 4: 3 or 16: 9. The P60W38 is compatible with DVD players, VCRs, computers, digital broadcasting, multimedia and traditional video sources. The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) provides an uncompressed transfer of high definition video from a digital video source to a digital display device. HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) ensures copy protection of the content.

Amazon.com Product Description

Zenith's 60-inch P60W38 HD-ready television uses groundbreaking gas-plasma display technology to deliver superior image clarity, color, and brightness in widescreen (16:9 aspect ratio), large-format television that's less than 4 inches thick. Load up your home theater gear and plug in your PC: the P60W38 handles most, with a total of five video source inputs and two accompanying audio inputs.

The Benefits of HDTV

Standard TVs (SDTVs) display a maximum of 480 lines using the interlaced scan method, which creates a picture with alternating lines of information.

Enhanced-definition TVs (EDTVs) display a maximum of 480 lines using the progressive-scan method, which creates an image using consecutive lines of information for a crisp, flicker-free picture.

High-definition TVs (HDTVs) display a maximum of either 1,080 interlaced lines or 720 progressively scanned lines for the sharpest possible image.

With a plasma screen you get vivid colors like you've never seen before, extremely wide viewing angles (wider, even, than those of most LCD screens), and easy placement due to a plasma monitor's slim profile--the P60W38 is a mere 3.9 inches deep, perfect for desk or wall mounting (please be aware that both table stand and mounting kit are optional). Brightness tends to be extremely uniform across plasma screens, which are also impervious to the picture distortion and negative color balances that afflict CRT monitors when placed near lighting or sound systems.

The P60W38's 1,280 x 720 resolution produces extremely detailed imagery, while its super-sharp (1,000:1) contrast ratio delivers rich colors and deep blacks. The set's amazingly high (1,000 cd/m2) brightness gives you an incredibly bright picture, even in well-lit areas.

Aspect-ratio correction lets you resize video and computer images to either 16:9 widescreen or 4:3 conventional formats, while Zenith's Intelligent Image Scaling employs a Faroudja/Sage scan converter to seamlessly convert TV video data to PC formats without distortion or cropping of images (in either 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratios).

RS-232 controls and NTSC, HD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA inputs makes the unit compatible with DVD players, VCRs, computers, digital broadcasting, multimedia, and traditional video sources.

More details:

60-inch plasma HDTV monitor
Groundbreaking display technology delivers superior image clarity, color, and brightness in a large-format television that is less than 4 inches thick.
1280 x 720p resolution
High-resolution format produces extremely detailed imagery.
1,000:1 contrast ratio
Provides extremely sharp contrast between light and dark images.
1,000 cd/m2 high brightness
Renders an incredibly bright picture, even in well-lit areas.
Aspect ratio correction
Intelligently resizes video and computer images to 16:9 widescreen or 4:3 conventional formats.
Intelligent image scaling
Faroudja/Sage scan converter seamlessly converts TV video data to PC formats without distortion or cropping images in either 4:3 or 16:9.
RS-232 controls and NTSC, HD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, and DVI inputs
Compatible with DVD players, VCRs, computers, digital broadcasting, multimedia and traditional video sources.
DVI with HDCP
The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) provides an uncompressed transfer of high-definition video from a digital video source to a digital display device. HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) ensures copy protection of the content.

What's in the Box
TV, remote control, remote batteries, an AC power cord, a user's manual, and warranty/registration info.

Customer Reviews:

DO NOT BUY ZENITH !!.......2007-02-16

Prior to buying the TV we had a 27" CRT TV that lasted 19 years. So we decided to buy a new TV since it was getting old. So in 1/17/2004 we bought a 40" Projection TV with a 2 years extended warranty. The TV has been performing great and we have been very happy with it until just last week when we noticed "blue shadows" all over the screen.
After looking over the manual and adjusting the convergence, no success.

To fix this TV outside of its warranty will cost over $1,000 dollars, and with prices on TV's dropping it makes no sense to send it in for repair. It has basically become a disposable TV. We are very disappointed that our TV has only lasted 3 years. I'm sending it to Goodwill.

I'm very disappointed that Zenith will not stand behind their products. My only mistake was not researching Zenith TVs prior to buying since I had full faith in the brand.

I found other people on the internet with the same exact problem !!

I'm sorry to say this was my last Zenith TV.

Better than Expected.......2005-02-26

I have not had a good history with the past Zenith products that I have bought, but I thought I would give this tv a chance. I did, and I am thankful for it. The picture is very clear and the sound is wonderful. I have had it for a couple of months now, and have had no problems with it. I recommed it to anyone who is skeptical about buying it because of the brand.

Good Quality...Bad Brand.......2004-12-03

The reason I bought this TV is that I was moving into my apartment and my 1989 TV was breaking down. I had to take it to six repair shops just to see the picture. I gave that away and I knew that I had to go pricy and get a Plasma TV. I like very big TV's and I knew 60" was the way to go. Sony was the best brand of the choice but their's were for $19,999.99 which is $10,000.00 more than this Zenith. But when I went to Target and got this TV I was suprised that it had good picture quality. Zenith is a horrible brand but this TV they did a good job on. I got BOSE Speakers with it to really pump up the sound too. This is a wonderful TV but if you want a terrifically wonderful TV you have to get the Sony!

This TV is okay..........2004-11-18

I bought this TV from a local electornics store with about the same price. HDTV gives great detail but its almost 2 big for its own good. Most television shows are show in widescreen so bars sit on the sides of your tv while you watch tv. It also has small speakers if you buy this you might need to get other speakers. But other then that is an excellent purchase. Its a little hard to set up but, once its up it good. This wont break down on you at all.

Zenith P60W38H 60" 16:9 HDTV Monitor Plasma TV (High Altitude)

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Zenith P60W38H 60" 16:9 HDTV Monitor Plasma TV (High Altitude)

Manufacturer: Zenith
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

60-inch HDTV plasma screen for use in high-altitude locations; 57.3 x 34.8 x 3.9 inches (W x H x D)
Wide viewing angles, 1000:1 high contrast ratio, 1000 cd/m2 high brightness
Intelligent image scaling, 1280 x 720p resolution, flexible picture-in-picture
Video inputs: DVI with HDCP (content protection), component, S-Video, composite, RGB (15-pin Type-D); input signals: NTSC, HD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA; audio in: 2 L/R; audio out: 1 L/R; other: RS-232c
Progressive scan, auto volume leveler, onscreen equalizer

ASIN: B0000SWAG4

Product Description

Groundbreaking display technology delivers superior image clarity, color and brightness in large-format televisions that are less than 4" thick.High resolution format produces extremely detailed imagery.The P60W38H features extremely sharp contrast between light and dark images and intelligent resizing of video and computer images to 16: 9 widescreen or 4: 3 conventional formats. It renders an incredibly bright picture, even in well-lit areas.Faroudja/Sage scan converter seamlessly converts TV video data to PC formats without distortion or cropping images in either 4: 3 or 16: 9.The P60W38H is compatible with DVD players, VCRs, computers, digital broadcasting, multimedia and traditional video sources.The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) provides an uncompressed transfer of high definition video from a digital video source to a digital display device. HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) ensures copy protection of the content.

Amazon.com Product Description

Using groundbreaking display technology, Zenith's 60-inch P60W38H high-altitude plasma HDTV delivers superior image clarity, color, and brightness in a panel that's less than 4 inches thick. A very high contrast ratio of 1000:1, brightness measuring 1000 cd/m2, and a wide 160-degree view angle mean this display offers vivid viewing from just about any seat. A thicker display than standard plasmas and other internal components enable this TV for use in high-altitude locations.

The unit's widescreen (16:9) dimensions are perfect for watching DVDs and widescreen TV broadcasts in their native aspect ratios (viewing TV broadcasts requires an external TV tuner such as a VCR and an HDTV decoder). The P60W38H also sports DVI and RGB connections for use as a giant monitor for your computer. Flexible picture-in-picture lets you watch one program in a small window while viewing another. The P60W38H features intelligent image scaling, using a Faroudja/Sage scan converter that seamlessly converts TV video data to PC formats without distortion or cropping of images in either 4:3 or 16:9 formats, and also lets you zoom in with its advanced zoom capabilities.

The display uses both progressive scan and Faroudja DCDi deinterlacing to produce a high-quality image. It packs a native resolution of 1280 x 720p, and can accept NTSC, HD, VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA input signals.

A set of 20-watt (10 watts per channel) speakers are available as optional accessories, or you can connect the unit to your existing audio system. The P60W38H features an audio volume leveler to avoid those loud moments, Closed Captioning when mute is activated, and gradual volume increase for more pleasant transitions from mute. It can play SAP (secondary audio program) audio, when available. The monitor includes a remote control with onscreen equalizer, multilingual menus, and a sleep timer.

A single panel of AV inputs, which Zenith calls the "Jack Pack," lets you connect the display to such inputs as a DVD player, VCR, video game console, or a PC or Macintosh computer. The Jack Pack features high-resolution component-video inputs, S-Video in, composite-video in, and for connection to a computer, both an RGB (15-pin type-D) input and a DVI (Digital Video Interface) jack with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) copy protection. Also included are two left/right audio inputs--as well as left/right audio out and an RS-232c serial port for connecting external controls.

An optional wall mount or stand are available, and the unit features a built-in shock-absorbing glass damper.

What's in the Box
Plasma display, remote control, 15-wire RGB cable, 6-foot power cord, DVI cable.

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