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Sony FWD-50PX1

Sony FWD-50PX1 50" Plasma TV

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Sony FWD-S42E1 42" LCD TV

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Product Description
The new FWD-50PX1 plasma display is a stylish 50-inch WXGA 1280 x 768 progressive panel that is ideal for PC and HD content. The display features enhanced image performance, with a... More
The new FWD-50PX1 plasma display is a stylish 50-inch WXGA 1280 x 768 progressive panel that is ideal for PC and HD content. The display features enhanced image performance, with a significant increase compared with earlier models in both brightness (70 percent) and contrast (50 percent). The FWD-50PX1 has optional speakers and a built-in 7W + 7W digital amplifier. This plasma also features additional image retention protection, and optional component/RGB active loop-through, 5-BNC component input and network management card BKM-FW31. Less
The FWD-S42E1 42" flat, wide display monitor has the key features of the public displays, Full HD, Slim Bezel, Portrait Installation, Network Reporting, Digital Interface and achieved... More
The FWD-S42E1 42" flat, wide display monitor has the key features of the public displays, Full HD, Slim Bezel, Portrait Installation, Network Reporting, Digital Interface and achieved low power consumption in normal operation. Less
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Key Features   
Aspect Ratio   Standard (4:3) Widescreen (16:9)
Display Resolution   1280 x 768 pixels 1920 x 1080 pixels
HDCP Support - With HDCP Support
Response Time   - 9 ms
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) 1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Contrast Ratio   3,000:1 1,000:1
Screen Size   50 inch 42 inch
Weight 94.38 lb. 56.2 lb.
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV LCD TV
Display Capabilities   
Interpolated Aspect Ratio 4:3 Enhanced, 14:9 Enhanced 14:9 Enhanced
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9 16:9
Built-in Tuner   NTSC • PAL • SECAM NTSC • PAL
Broadcast Format Supported   1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) 1080p (HDTV)
Image Quality   
Pixel Pitch   0.86 mm 0.48 mm
Viewing Angle   160 178
Display Resolution   1280 x 768 pixels 1920 x 1080 pixels
Output Color 1060 million colors -
Adjustable Color Temp.   With Adjustable Color Temperature -
Brightness   1000 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Audio Features   
Audio Type   Stereo Stereo
Speakers   
Number of Speakers 2 Speakers 2 Speakers
Speaker Power 2 x 7 Watt 2 x 7 Watt
Technical Features   
Picture in Picture   Without PIP -
Remote Control   
Remote Control   Standard Standard
Screen Text   
OSD Languages English • German • French • Italian • Spanish -
Dimensions   
Depth 4.37 in. 4.92 in.
Height 29.6 in. 22.28 in.
Width 49.4 in. 38.31 in.
Weight 94.38 lb. 56.2 lb.
Warranty   
Overall Warranty 2 Years -
Miscellaneous   
Included Accessories Remote Control Batteries -
UPC 027242657434 27242788367
Product ID 22470741 101147182
Product MPN   
MPN FWD-50PX1 fwds42e1
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony FWD-50PX1
Sony FWD-50PX1 50" Plasma TV
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Sony FWD-S42E1
Sony FWD-S42E1 42" LCD TV
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Product Review Summary

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Beautiful display

bywdu1492 Mar 28, 2005
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Pros Exceptional image display capability.
Cons Input access can be tight once wall mounted.
Recommended it? Yes

I replaced a 30 inch Sony XBR flat panel LCD WEGA TV with this 50 inch Sony FWD-PX1 flat plasma monitor, so I've had the advantage of comparing them closely. The XBR is still in service in the kids' rec room.

The XBR's WEGA engine optimizes all video signals and so you wind up with... Read full review »

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Spectacular picture quality.

byrickcoats Mar 23, 2005
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Beautiful picture, clear easy to follow programing, simple operation.
Cons Tricky to wire when wall mounted. Uses commercial cable connections instead of...
Recommended it? Yes

I have been overwhelmed by the quality of the picture of my Sony FWD-50PX1. The stereo sound provided by the Sony speakers purchased seprately is first class also. I wall mounted my unit and struggled somewhat with the actual installation only because this was my first time around. If I were to do... Read full review »

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