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Panasonic VIERA PX60 vs Panasonic VIERA VT30

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PanasonicVIERA PX60PanasonicVIERA VT30
Overview
Released20062011
Display
PanelPlasmaPlasma
Panel detailUK PX60B sizes have different native matrices; 37-inch 1024 × 720, 42-inch 1024 × 768 and 50-inch 1366 × 768. Pixel counts are distinct from accepted HD signal formats. TechRadar incorrectly prints 1024 × 720 for its 42-inch review; the exact maker manual is followed. PV60 regional models are distinct; the European PV60E manual lists analogue reception rather than UK PX60B DVB, so its tuner and power figures are not borrowed.UK Full HD 3D plasma series in 42, 50, 55 and 65 inches. Advertised 600 Hz subfield drive is not a native refresh figure; native refresh is omitted. Active-shutter 3D and two eyewear sets included on the read UK42/50 manual.
Resolution1024 × 720 (37″), 1024 × 768 (42″), 1366 × 768 (50″)1920 × 1080 (Full HD)
HDR formatsNoneNone
Picture processingV-Real processing (both exact reviews); maker menu includes P-NR noise reduction, colour management, 3D-COMB and C.A.T.S. automatic ambient-light adjustment.NeoPlasma, Infinite Black Pro and High Contrast Filter Pro; THX and ISF calibration controls documented in both exact reviews.
Picture modesDynamic, Normal, Cinema and Auto.–
Motion handlingNative panel refresh not published in the read maker manuals and omitted. Input scanning frequencies and 50/60 Hz mains ratings are not native panel refresh. Both reviews describe some judder in horizontal pans.600 Hz Sub-Field Drive and Intelligent Frame Creation are processing/drive descriptions, not native panel refresh. TechRadar's 55-inch review reports 50 Hz judder, improved with IFC Mid.
Sizes
Sizes37, 42, 50″42, 50, 55, 65″
Largest size50″65″
Gaming
HDMI ports2 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateNoneNone
HDMI detailTwo HDMI Type A inputs accept 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p and 1080i; no 1080p listed in the UK manual. HDAVI Control and Q-Link. Three SCART inputs (RGB on AV1/AV3), component, composite, S-Video and D-sub PC. PC input frequencies must not be treated as native refresh.Four HDMI inputs; HDMI2 supports ARC. HDMI 3D, Content Type, Deep Colour and x.v.Colour; HDAVI Control 5. UK42/50 manual lists 1080p 50/60/24 input support, distinct from native refresh. Component, composite and RGB SCART via included terminal adaptors.
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformNone (no smart platform)VIERA Connect
ProcessorV-Real–
Speakers20 W22 W
Wi-Fi–Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), included USB adaptor
Speaker detailTwo 12 × 6 cm speakers, 10 W + 10 W (20 W).UK42/50 manual confirms 6 W + 6 W front speakers and 10 W woofer, 22 W total; 50-inch What Hi-Fi? review agrees. Untested larger-size amplifier differences not inferred.
Audio featuresNICAM analogue stereo and Ambience spatial effect; analogue stereo audio output and 3.5 mm headphone socket.Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby Pulse decoders, CONEQ processing; optical PCM/Dolby Digital/DTS and analogue audio/headphone output.
Casting–VIERA Connect internet-service gateway; manual says no full browser. Apps may be discontinued without notice; launch-era services are not a promise of current compatibility.
Software updatesDVB software updates via broadcast; this is not an internet smart platform.Maker UK firmware 1.610 dated 23 June 2020 improved network applications; YouTube/Skype service termination notices include VT30 regional models.
TV tunersUK DVB digital terrestrial tuner, PAL I analogue UHF, CI slot, Freeview EPG and timer programming. PV60E regional manual lists analogue PAL/SECAM reception without this DVB specification; not an interchangeable UK identifier.UK DVB-T/T2 and DVB-S/S2, Freeview HD and Freesat HD, analogue PAL I and CI slot. Manual distinguishes UK and Ireland terrestrial standards.
USB–Three USB 2.0 ports; USB HDD and SD-card recording, media playback, USB keyboard/gamepad and included Wi-Fi adaptor.
Ethernet–RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX; DLNA media playback.
Optical audio out–Fibre-optic digital audio output via included adaptor.
Design and power
Size37-inch: 917 × 645 × 95 mm, 26 kg net. 42-inch: 1020 × 705 × 95 mm, 30 kg net. 50-inch: 1210 × 818 × 95 mm, 40 kg net. These maker dimensions and weights describe the display without optional pedestal; configuration weights follow them.UK42-inch without pedestal: 1018 × 630 × 50 mm, 23.5 kg; with: 1018 × 664 × 320 mm, 27 kg. UK50-inch without pedestal: 1202 × 733 × 50 mm, 31 kg; with: 1202 × 768 × 335 mm, 35 kg. Configuration weights exclude pedestal; larger-size values omitted after bounded maker attempt.
StandPedestal, plasma TV stand and wall brackets are optional in the UK manual; do not assume the pictured pedestal is included.–
Power useAverage: 250 W (37-inch), 270 W (42-inch), 377 W (50-inch). Standby: 0.3 W without DVB recording or 20 W with DVB recording.Rated: 350 W (42-inch), 410 W (50-inch). Standby 0.30 W or 30 W with monitor-out recording. These are rated values, not reviewer-measured use.
ColoursBlack screen surround and silver-grey lower speaker fascia.–
In the boxEUR7651080 remote, R6 batteries, mains lead, cable clampers, instructions and guarantee documents. Panasonic North American support identifies the PX60 generation as released in 2006; no exact first-sale month verified for UK PX60B after a bounded hunt. January declarations of conformity are not sale dates.UK42/50 pedestal, N2QAYB000593 remote/R6 batteries, USB wireless LAN adaptor, two active-shutter eyewear sets, clampers/ferrites and terminal adaptors. Maker 2011 releases planned regional April/May and July/August availability; actual earliest on-sale month remains unverified after bounded hunt, so release uses 2011.

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