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An Eye Opening Experience that I was blind to
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My quest for buying a new large flat panel HDTV has been in progress for a year. In past I bought Sony's XBR1 40" (was the largest at the time) LCD TV. However, when I brought it home, there was something in it that did not please me. I couldn't nail exactly what it was. Maybe it was my expectations from it that it would blow me away (paid $3,400 for it at them time). BTW, I have a home theatre system in my basement fully loaded with top of the line DLP projector, B&W nautilus s...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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01/21/2007
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Reurned 1080p LCD for 720p Pioneer Plasma
After several weeks of research and personal independent studies I've concluded that the LCD cannot come close to replicating the picture quality of a Pioneer Plasma. I don't care if it's 1080p, 720p, 540p, if it's a Pioneer Plasma the picture quality is far superior because of the CONTRAST and DEPTH. All LCD's have a screen door effect that makes the picture washed out, not to mention the lack of depth. I personally returned the Samsung 1080p LCD for the Pioneer 4270. My old Panasonic 540p ...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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12/16/2006
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The Absolute Best Flat Screen TV
This is my first review on Amazon, usually I don't see any point in writing any. But because no one has reviewed this awesome TV, and because I spent over a week dedicated to going to stores all over town (Best Buy 5 times, Ken Kranes 3 times, and several other stores multiple times) I feel I know what I'm talking about - at least more than when I began looking. I also have jet lag and can't sleep so learn well, young Jedi.
First off, don't get sucked into the hype of LCD's like I a...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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11/23/2006
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The Best Plasmas Money Can Buy
If you are in the market for a flat screen TV, make sure that you don't buy on a whim and you take your time. Go out and sample what the market has to offer with your eyes and don't focus on labels or brand names. Let your sight and opinion do the shopping for you and then look at labels and product history afterwards. If you follow these instructions and just focus on the best flat screen television you can find, there is one word that will stand above the rest:
PIONEER.
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[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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02/16/2007
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Consider this though
There is no doubt that Pioneer lead the pack at the moment with regards to Plasma screens. I have tested the 4270 and am very impressed with it. Yet if you want a Plasma screen to fit into a home cinema then my recommendation would be to go with its predecessor - the Pioneer 436. Unlike the 4270, the 436 has detachable side speakers. It also has the greater screen size - 43". Additionally the 436 has virtually all the features otherwise found on the 4270, including the all important HDMI inputs....
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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12/13/2006
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HD Control Board $899.00 Repair At 13 Months
At 13 Months:
My 4270HD set lost it's HD control board at 13 months and it cost $899.00 parts & labor to replace. The set does have a nice picture, but considering the burn in issues and the board failure I would say this is my last Pioneer product. My advice would be to avoid Pioneer sets. If you really want one, make absolutely sure to purchase the extended warranty. There are many other comparable models on the market at this point which probably due not have as many prob...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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03/03/2007
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Screen burn-in is a HUGE problem!
I bought this TV a few months ago, after first buying a Sony XBR2 LCD TV (I returned it, because the picture was terrible -- very pixelated and choppy looking, not crystal clear). At first, I was completely in love with the look of the plasma, which really is so much better than an LCD.
Then the burn-in problems began. I first noticed it after watching ESPN in high-definition for a few hours. When I turned the channel, the logo and other related graphics were still clearly visi...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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06/01/2007
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(6 of 12) Users Found This Review Helpful
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treat yourself to the best
After months of online research and store visits, weighing Panasonic plasmas vs Sony and Samsung LCDs, I decided on the Pioneer 4270. At several stores, I could see the Pioneer was far above the rest, but it was so expensive! Fortunately the price dropped. I got a great deal through Beach Camera and they delivered in a few days.
The HD channels are gorgeous. This set delivers an experience closer to a small movie screen than television. Even the sound is great on the built-in s...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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01/16/2007
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You cannot find a better television for the money
The picture on this tv is outstanding. While it can process a 1080p signal, it cannot display it on the screen because of it's lower resolution. Nonetheless, football and basketball games in HD look great. You won't be disappointed choosing this over the Sony XBR2. Even with fewer pixels you will observe an amazing picture via the Blu Ray player on the PS3. My only regret is not considering the 50". Dust off your wallet and get one of these!
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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01/27/2007
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80%
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If you are buying 42 inch, this is the one.
With free shipping which took only 3 business days for me, Amazon offers the best deal for this beautiful TV.
Before buying this, two things concerned me about plasma and I almost chose Toshiba Regza 42 inch LCD (720p) which I could get at a simlar price. My concerns were:
1) Would 1024x768 native resolution enough to appreciate the details of high density video sources such as HDDVD, BlueRay, 1080i cable sources, etc?
2) How long would it serve me as a TV? Plasma is kn...
[Pioneer 42'' Plasma TV (PDP4270HD) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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07/26/2007
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100%
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