Flat Panels

At a Glance
Inputs:
Video: HDMI (2), DVI (1), RGB (1, shared), component video (1, shared), S-video (1), composite video (1)
Audio: Stereo analog (6)

Outputs:
Video: None
Audio: Speaker L/R

Additional:
None

Features:
Type: Plasma
Screen Size (diagonal, inches): 50
Native Resolution / Aspect Ratio: 1,920 by 1,080 / 16:9
Half Life: 60,000 hours
Wall Mount or Stand Included?: Stand
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 29.56 x 50.5 x 3.38
Weight (pounds): 87.75
Price: $8,000

Ratings
Build Quality: 97
• Overbuilt in all the right ways
• Sturdy and solid

Value: 86
• Pricey compared with the 1080p competition
• Pricey compared with the 50-inch competition

Features: 95
• Best processing in the biz
• 72-Hz mode makes 3:2 irrelevant

Performance: 95
• 72-Hz mode makes 3:2 irrelevant
• Black level and contrast ratio not great

Ergonomics: 92
• Simple menus with lots of adjustments
• Non-backlit remote oversized

Overall: 93
It's accurate and creates an outstanding image. The black level isn't great, but it still makes a punchy image. It's probably the best flat panel to date. But it's expensive, and what's in store from Pioneer later this year could be even better. If you can't wait, this one is excellent.

General Information
Elite PRO-FHD1 Plasma HD Monitor, $8,000
Pioneer
(800) PIONEER
www.pioneerelectronics.com