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Panasonic TH-37PWD6UY 37" Plasma Flat Screen TV

Differences between the Panasonic TH-37PWD6UY- and PT37PD4P 37" Plasma Screen TV models:

The TH-37PWD6UY is a new model with improved Contrast Ratio and electronics
The TH-37PWD6UY- is classed as a commercial model, the PT37PD4P is classed as the consumer model.
The PT37PD4P is typically sold through home theater stores at a higher price than the TH-37PWD6UY
The PT37PD4P includes a tablestand.
There are no other differences.

The TH-37PWD6UY incorporates advanced digital processing technology including a newly developed Real Black Drive System, Adaptive Brightness Intensifier, and False-Edge Predictor circuit.

It features an industry-leading contrast ratio and peak panel brightness 40% greater than previous Panasonic plasmas to produce realistic images in vibrant, natural colors with a wide 16:9 aspect ratio and 160-degree viewing angle. The TH-37PWD6UY features an ultra-thin, yet ultra-sturdy 3.5" deep body. It weighs only 55 lbs and offers a thinner surround area, effectively increasing the overall screen area.

Panasonic's improved Real Black Drive System dramatically lowers black levels, resulting in an industry-leading 4000:1 contrast ratio, four times higher than prior Panasonic plasmas. The 16:9 unit produces virtually distortion-free images with up to 1,070 million colors and produces 1,536 shades of gradation - twice that of previous models - for cleaner details, even in bright surroundings.

The unique Advanced Plasma Adaptive Brightness Intensifier (AI) increases the discharge cycle for dark scenes , in turn doubling brightness precision over prior models. The result is a smoother blend of graduating brightness levels, both in luminance and chrominance.

To reduce noise in fast-moving images, the display features a more precise False-Edge Predictor circuit. Essentially this is an adaptive motion sensing circuit that senses movement and applies a specific filter that removes noise from picture elements while maintaining resolution.

For system installation and display, a range of optional accessories are available and include detachable speakers; wall-hanging and ceiling-hanging brackets; and fixed floor, mobile floor and pedestal stands.

The TH-37PWD6UY accepts most international video signals, including NTSC, PAL, SECAM and PAL-60. The on-screen menu offers a selection of seven languages with an improved menu structure. Composite and component video inputs appear on BNC connections while PC inputs on a standard 15-pin d-sub VGA connector. An S-video input is available on a standard 4-pin DIN connector.

Major Improvements in Picture Quality

New Bounded Structure HD Panel
TH-37PWD6UY features a newly-developed Bounded Cell Structure panel in which wall-like ribs are used to wrap each individual cell. This dramatically improves both light-emitting efficiency and intensity.

New Real Black Drive System
Reduces black level even further and achieves industry’s highest 4000:1 contrast ratio for TH-37PWD6UY

New Deep Black Front Glass Filter
Improves contrast ratio under lighting condition by 20% for TH-37PWD6UY over the TH-37PWD5UZ

Super Real Gamma System
All 6-series models reproduce 1,536 shades of gradation

10-Bit Digital Processing
All 6-series models reproduce 1,070 million colors

New Features

Front Button Menu Control
We added "menu" and "enter" button in front of the unit so that you can control all OSD functions without IR remote. Front button control can be disabled through IR-remote or serial control when needed.

Dual Picture Mode
You can display two different images at the same time. Any type of two signals can be combined and each image can be swapped in its position. The IR-remote has dedicated buttons for your easy control.

9-Point Digital Zoom
Simply select one portion of an image and you can enlarge it to two or three times normal size, and display it on the full screen.

Energy-Saving DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling)
Auto Power Off, Power Save Mode, C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System), etc. This model complies with Energy Star Program.

Multiple Screen Saver Functions
White Scroll Bar, Color Reversal, Side Blank Brightness Adjust (for 4:3 image), Wobbling (pixel shift) and White Peak Limit function

Multi-Function Slots and Optional Plug-in Boards
In addition to the fixed input interface, the 6-series plasma models have multiple interchangeable slots. (3 slots for the 42-inch models and 2 slots for the 37-inch model) By adding or exchanging the optional plug-in terminal boards, you can customize your own I/O configuration.

Specifications

DISPLAY

Screen Size

37" (94 cm) diagonal

Screen Aspect

16 : 9 Wide

Number of Pixels

408,960 (852 x 480) pixels

Pixel Pitch

0.96 mm

Displayable Colors

1,070 million colors

Contrast

4000 : 1

Brightness (panel)

650 cd/m²

Color System

PAL/SECAM/NTSC/PAL 60 Hz

Audio Output

16 Watts (8 Watts x 2)

On-Screen Display

US English/UK English/Japanese/Spanish/French/
German/ Italian

Screen Coating

AR (Anti-Reflection) Coating

TERMINALS

Video Composite Input

RCA coaxial x 1, 1 Vp-p/75 ohms

S-Video Input

4-Pin S terminal x 1, Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms, C: 0.286 Vp-p/75 ohms

Audio Input (for Video)

RCA phono type connectors (L,R) (1 set)

RGB Input (PC)

Mini D-sub 15-pin x 1 (VGA display & SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA compressed display)
fH: 15.6 - 110 kHz; fV: 48- 120 Hz

Audio Input (for PC)

M3 stereo plug

Component/R,G,B Input

RCA coaxial x 5

   RGB, HD, VD

Video: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

Sync: TTL level/0.3 Vp-p (75 ohms)

H, V Separate Sync/Composite Sync

fH: 15.6 - 110 kHz; fV : 48- 120 Hz

   Y, Pb (Cb), Pr (Cr)

Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms

Pb (Cb), Pr (Cr) : 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

fH: 15.75/31.5/33.7/45 kHz

   Audio Input

RCA phono type connectors (L,R) (1 set)

Serial (RS232C)

Mini D-Sub 9-pin

GENERAL

Power Supply

120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption

225 Watts

Dimensions (W x H x D)

36.2" x 21.7" x 3.5" (920 x 550 x 89 mm)

Weight

55 lbs. (25.0 kg)

Operating Temperature

34°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)

Operating Humidity

20% - 80%

EMI Regulations

FCC Part 15 Class A Digital Equipment

Safety Regulations

UL6500/C-UL (CAN/CSA-E65-94)

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TERMINALS
Video Composite Input	RCA coaxial x 1, 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
S-Video Input	4-Pin S terminal x 1, Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms, C: 0.286 Vp-p/75 ohms
Audio Input (for Video)	RCA phono type connectors (L,R) (1 set)
RGB Input (PC)	Mini D-sub 15-pin x 1 (VGA display & SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA compressed display) fH: 15.6 - 110 kHz; fV: 48- 120 Hz
Audio Input (for PC)	M3 stereo plug
Component/R,G,B Input	RCA coaxial x 5
RGB, HD, VD	Video: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
	Sync: TTL level/0.3 Vp-p (75 ohms)
	H, V Separate Sync/Composite Sync
	fH: 15.6 - 110 kHz; fV : 48- 120 Hz
Y, Pb (Cb), Pr (Cr)	Y: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
	Pb (Cb), Pr (Cr) : 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
	fH: 15.75/31.5/33.7/45 kHz
Audio Input	RCA phono type connectors (L,R) (1 set)
Serial (RS232C)	Mini D-Sub 9-pin