Pioneer PDP-428XD User Manual

046 / What Video & High-Defi nition TV / Issue 324
Verdict ★★★★★ Approx price £1,800
Pioneer PDP-428XD
Does its darndest to make all rival screens redundant
ON TEST / 42IN PLASMA TV
B
The best flat TV picture ever, lovely design, great
features, fulsome 1080p/24Hz support
E
Premium price, no stand or wall bracket supplied
The rivals
/ Samsung PS42Q97HD
Under a grand and offers a far better performance
than you’d expect for price. Reviewed: Issue 322
/ Pioneer PDP-507XD
Pioneer’s previous plasmas are being discounted,
but their picture quality remains excellent.
Reviewed: Issue 320
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Pioneer PDP-428XD Specifications

General

Brand	Pioneer
Model	PDP-428XD
Category	Plasma TV
Language	English

Summary

On Test: 42in Plasma TV Review

Verdict and Price

Overall assessment of the Pioneer PDP-428XD, including its star rating and approximate cost.

Competitive Rivals

Introduction to alternative plasma TV models from other manufacturers for comparison.

Pioneer PDP-428XD Features and Technology

Project KURO Black Level Innovation

Details on Pioneer's 'Project KURO' initiative and its focus on revolutionary black levels.

Screen Technology Enhancements

Explanation of technological advancements like Ultra Black Crystal Layer and Direct Colour Filter.

Picture Technology and Performance

Pure Drive 2 HD Processing

Overview of Pioneer's digital image processing for sharpening, motion smoothing, and noise reduction.

Picture Quality Analysis

Detailed assessment of the TV's black levels, color reproduction, and motion handling.

Ease of Use and Sound

User Interface and Manual

Evaluation of the TV's remote control, on-screen menus, and the complexity of its technical settings.

Audio Performance

Review of the quality and impressiveness of the built-in speakers.

Value and Specifications

Value Proposition

Discussion on the TV's premium pricing in relation to its groundbreaking performance.

Technical Specifications

Summary of key technical data including screen size, resolution, inputs, and power consumption.