Philips has been a pioneer in producing futuristic designs and innovations. The Compact Disc which is now a household necessity and the latest Blu ray technology are some of the outcomes of its joint humble efforts to look beyond and create something new. Its amazing history has helped it to fix its place among the stars that we see on its logo.
Philips has since; set the stakes higher with many of its electronic products and its eco label, putting their competitors back to work. One such example is the 40PFL9704H/12 FULL HD 9000 Series LED TV that it has rolled out. This 40 inch beast LED backlit LCD TV promises quality as well as quantity. Let us see how well it keeps it promise.
Design:
LED Technology:
The Philips 40PFL9704H is not a true LED display but an LED backlit LCD Television. LCD televisions cannot produce light themselves. They require illumination to produce a clear picture. Backlighting means that the LCD is illuminated from either the back or from the side. Philips makes use the latest LED PRO backlighting. In this case, there are over one thousand LEDs situated along the side and their light is scattered using reflectors. These can be dimmed or brightened in bright and dark areas respectively, giving you more control over the screen picture resulting in flawless tones. Some of the other major factors to influence the stunning display are the Perfect Pixel HD Engine and Ambilight technology. The Perfect Pixel HD Engine is Philips best picture processing technology. It is compatible with all signals like 480p, 720p or 1,080p and gives you great picture. The Ambilight, with a mind of its own, adjusts the light around the television to enhance your acquaintance with quality image. We will discuss these further, later on.
Build Quality:
The Philips 40PFL9704H 40? LED Television has dimensions of (H x W x D) 987 X 630 X 89 millimetres and weighs around 22.6 kilograms. Its design and build have captivated many and people swear by its ability to withstand natural disasters. It might seem a bit amusing but the hyperbole is well served. The matte aluminium finish is a welcome change. To appreciate the product more, we have to get acquainted with a few terms.
Features:
Contrast:
Contrast ratio is the ratio of luminance of the highest colour, i.e. white, to that of the darkest, i.e. black. Higher the ratio, better the quality of the display. We were pleased to hear that the contrast ratio of the Philips LED television is a mind boggling 5,000,000:1. Now, is that not tempting?
Viewing Angle:
Viewing angle is the maximum angle at which a display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance. It is measured from one direction to the opposite, giving a maximum of 180 degrees for a flat, one sided screen. The viewing angle offered by this model is 176/176 degrees. Finally, with a response time of 1ms, it is one of the finest in its class. Let us move on to more of its unique features.
Perfect Pixel High Definition Engine:
High Definition is one attribute that all the latest LED televisions come with and have to keep up. With high definition, the resolution is 5 times the standard definition, redefining quality. Perfect Pixel technology takes this to a whole new level. It improves any signal in several steps and brings to us a richer image. The first step is carried out using the latest motion detection and advanced motion compensation interpolation techniques. It detects the traditional film inadequacies like motion judder and corrects them, resulting in levelled motion and utmost sharpness. The second step involves enhancing sharpness, colour, and contrast and artifact reduction to improve every individual pixel. The colour booster adds up to 2250 trillion colours with amazing vividness. The dynamic contrast ratio speaks for itself. Analogue and digital artifacts are reduced considerably. The outcome of Philip’s Digital Noise Reduction and MPEG Artifact Detection and Reduction is amazing detail without loss of clarity.
The final step is the 200Hz Clear LCD. Here, the response time is noticeably shortened and the frequency tells us that we are offered the best motion picture devoid of blurs and motion lag. Lastly, what you end up with a scintillating display.
Ambilight Spectra 3:
Another exclusive Philips technology, the company invites viewers to jump into what they refer to as an immersive viewing experience. Ambilight, short for Ambient Lighting Technology, is an exclusive Philips patented feature. The lighting system adjusts both brightness and colour corresponding to the video content. It functions by projecting light from behind the screen onto the wall. The effect is magical and on-screen reflections are also eliminated. The lights can also be set to match the interior as you like. This wonderfully crafted technology in action took our breath away. The three sided illumination will have you longing for more.
EPG and Menu Systems:
The menu style in Philips 40PFL9704H 40-inch Full HD 1080p LED LCD TV is satisfactory and easy enough to navigate through. It is easier to change to options like switching to any of the devices connected to the five included HDMI input sockets. The current and upcoming programs are displayed conveniently while surfing channels. The EPG, short for electronic program guide, was found to be really slow but it can be avoided.
DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance):
This is revolutionising the way we sync, transfer, and download files from one device to the other. For example, in order to play a video stored in our personal computer on our television set, we would burn it onto a disk and then carry it over to the DVD player. DLNA is a major shortcut to this process. All you require is a home network, either wired or wireless, and DLNA certified products. The world’s leading consumer electronics, personal computer and mobile phone companies have joined hands to create a network without barriers. DLNA certified products will work like a family regardless of the brand, connecting and communicating with each other with the click of a button.
All this said and done, this is perhaps the only shortcoming of the Philips television. It has one, no worries about that, but it did not amount to much. The response time was a bit slow and the videos could not play well enough.
Wi-Fi:
Wi-Fi enables us to catch video, catch-up TV, and various online services from news, weather ,etc and fits on to the display.Net TV is another interesting feature which allows you to access entertainment on the internet.
Performance:
Audio:
Philips scored where others had failed. The sound management system is by far the best offered. The two dome tweeters have been fit integrated in the front and the woofers at the back. They give their best and have been proved to be the best. They both work together to give us high quality sound with high output. It has been compared with Samsung LED televisions, which happen to be the best in the market, and guess what? It has surpassed them in this realm.
Video:
We think we have said enough about its picture but why not summarize it one last time? A pinch of LED backlighting with LED Pro, an ounce of Perfect Pixel HD Engine technology coupled with the essence of the Ambilight gives us the most exhilarating viewing experience. Its glossy anti reflection screen will make your Friday night movie session an activity to look forward to. It is sure to reward your eyes with fluid motion picture, extreme sharpness and vibrant colours.
Power Consumption:
Philips efforts in producing environmental friendly gadgets were always fruitful. A majority of their products come with the EU ECO label which indicates high efficiency and absence of harmful substances. This television comes with Eco Mode which helps save power. The acclaimed Philips LED Pro technology uses 50% less power and even less when in standby mode. It consumes about 91W of power on an average and less than 0.15W in standby mode.
Miscellaneous:
The other components that are included are the tabletop swivel stand, antennae cable, power cord, quick start guide, warranty certificate, remote control and brochures explaining safety rules and Net TV.
Warranty:
Philips 9000 LED Pro 40PFL9704H LED TV comes with 5 years guarantee for parts and labour.
Verdict:
The Philips 40PFL9704H LED Television has created a class of its own. Philips has really outdone itself this time leaving no stone unturned. With first class audio and video performance, Philips’ innovative minds have redefined the way we think of good quality. They have evidently raised the stakes higher with their new and improved Ambilight Spectra 3 which just takes your breath away. The Perfect Pixel HD Engine makes a picture perfect. Designed to make a difference, it will take your viewing experience to whole new level. This Philips LED Television has been a strong contender and though it has been in the market for a while, it remains unrivalled.
It has given Samsung, the king of LED televisions, a run for its money. It also walked away with quite a lot of awards. The LED Pro and Perfect Pixel technology have both received awards .The European Imaging and Sound Association awarded it European TV 2009-2010. All this said and done, the only thing that will set you grumbling is its price. Well, excellence comes at a cost. So, if you want the best, then bring out your piggy bank.
Philips 9000 LED Pro 40PFL9704H LED TV Technical Specification Table
987 x 89 x 630 mm without standPerfect Pixel HD Engine, Perfect Natural Motion,Perfect Contrast, Perfect Colors, Wide Color Gamut display,
3/2 – 2/2 motion pull down, 3D Combfilter,
Active Control + Light sensor.Auto Volume Leveller, Digital Signal Processing,
Dynamic Bass Enhancement, Treble and Bass ControlAmbilight Spectra 3, Lounge light modeGame, Cinema, Personal, Power saver, Standard, VividManual and via Light Sensor
LED wide colourMP3, WMA v2 up to v9.2, Slideshow files (.alb), JPEG Still pictures,
MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, AVI, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC,
MPEG-Programme-stream PAL , WMV9/VC1Auto Volume Leveller (AVL), Delta Volume per preset,
Graphical User Interface, On-Screen Display,
Programme List, Settings assistant Wizard, Side Control,
Connectivity assistant, Automatic setup wizard,
Demo mode, On-screen User manual,
Touch control buttons, Favourite programme selection,
Iconic home screen, Mozaïc channel grid2 x Scart, Front / Side connections: HDMI v1.3, S-video in,
CVBS in, Audio L/R in, Headphone out, USB,
PC network link: DLNA 1.0 certified,
Other connections: Common Interface Plus (CI+),
Analog audio Left/Right out, S/PDIF out (coaxial),
Common Interface
4x HDMI v1.3
EasyLink (HDMI-CEC): One touch play, EasyLink,
Pixel link, Remote control pass-through,
System audio control, System standbyAerial Input: 75 ohm coaxial (IEC75)
TV system: DVB COFDM 2K/8K
Video Playback: NTSC, SECAM, PAL
DVB: DVB Terrestrial, DVB-T MPEG, DVB-C MPEG4, MHEG
Tuner bands: Hyperband, S-Channel, UHF, VHFTabletop swivel stand , RF antenna cable , Power cord,
Quick start guide , Warranty certificate , Remote Control,
Batteries for remote control, Legal and safety brochure,
Net TV brochure
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