47"

16:9

1080p

29,000:1

178º

5ms

60Hz

4

DISADVANTAGES

ADVANTAGES

Watching Super fast action images on this set could result in slight motion blur, because it Lacks the 120Hz refresh rate of the 7000 and 5000 series

Not a 2ms response time like most other philips series, but 5ms should not be shunned, it is fast compared to other manufactures entry level series.

Does not offer Internet connectivity

No Picture in picture (PIP)

MANUFACTURE STATED FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

Philips 3000 Series

Full High Definition 1080p native resolution is a plus in this entry model 3000 series!

Dynamic Contrast ratio of 29,000:1 gives deep rich blacks.

Connectivity is good in this model, offering 4 HDMI connections.

Dolby Digital output for connection to a home theatre system gives you lots of options for incredible sound!

Pixel Plus HD technology enables you to watch content that's vivid, natural and real!

Price affordability, this 3000 series offers an attractive price, significantly lower in price than it's competitors!

MANUFACTURE:

Philips

MODEL:

47PFL3704D/F7

Average Price

$950-$1299

REVIEW SUMMARY

This set offers good picture, and full 1080p high definition viewing, and it is offered at a fraction of the price of it's main competitors! If your going to be doing the basic HDTV viewing then this set will do you well! If your wanting a HDTV for  action movie watching or serious gaming this set will fall short due to it's slow refresh rate and response time. All-in-all this set offers much for the price!

Pixel Plus HD for better details, depth and clarity

Pixel Plus HD is a picture processing technology that enables viewers to watch content that is vivid, natural and real. The result are superbly life-like pictures with incredible details and depth from any HD source.

Full HD LCD display, with a 1920x1080p resolution  

The Full HD screen has the widescreen resolution of 1920 x 1080p. This is the highest resolution of HD sources for the best possible picture quality. It is fully future proof as it supports 1080p signals from all sources, including the most recent like Blu-ray and advanced HD game consoles. The signal processing is extensively upgraded to support this much higher signal quality and resolution. It produces brilliant flicker-free progressive scan pictures with superb brightness and colors.

Dynamic contrast 29000:1 for incredible rich black details  

You want the LCD flat display with the highest contrast and most vibrant images. Philips advanced video processing combined with unique extreme dimming and backlight boosting technology results in vibrant images. Dynamic Contrast will increase the contrast with excellent black level and accurate rendition of dark shades and colors. It gives a bright, lifelike picture with high contrast and vibrant colors.

USB for fantastic photo and music playback

The USB connector allows access to jpeg photos and mp3 music of most USB-sticks (USB memory-class device). Plug the USB into the slot at the side of the TV and access your photos or music files using the easy on screen content browser. You can now easily view and share your photos and music.

4 HDMI inputs with Easylink for a full HD connection  

EasyLink uses the HDMI CEC industry standard protocol to share functionality between connected devices and the TV. With Easylink only one remote control is needed to operate main functionality on your TV and connected devices. HDMI makes an uncompressed digital RGB connection from the source to the screen for the ultimate picture quality. HDMI uses HDCP copy protection. With 3 HDMI inputs on the back and 1 HDMI on the side of the TV you can connect multiple HD sources, for instance an HD settop box, a Blu-ray player, and Game Console or Digital Camcorder.

Settings assistant for effortless personalized TV settings  

Settings assistant for effortless personalized TV settings. The new settings assistant personalization wizard guides you to personalized settings with unparalleled ease. It includes not only picture, but the complete viewing experience, including sound and Ambilight settings. The wizard shows a few screens with easy to choose options to select the essential settings. The TV performance is set to the your personal preference without difficult terms or settings, and this very quickly.

Incredible Surround for enhanced audio enjoyment

Incredible Surround is an audio technology from Philips that dramatically magnifies the sound field to immerse you in the audio. Using state-of-the-art electronic phase shifting, Incredible Surround mixes sounds from left and right in such a way that it expands the virtual distance between the two speakers. This wider spread greatly enhances the stereo effect and creates a more natural sound dimension. Incredible Surround allows you to experience total surround with greater depth and width of sound, without the use of additional speakers.

2x10W RMS audio power  

Dolby Digital output for connection to a home theatre system  

ATSC & QAM tuner receives over the air and unscrambled cable

Built-in ATSC & QAM tuner for reception of over-the-air and unscrambled HD cable programs

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