Panasonic’s 2013 HDTV line incorporates many changes to its LED LCD and plasma HDTVs. Today we cover the LED LCDs. The new LED line is made up of 7 series with 16 models. Major changes include new slim styling, speech control with search and a built-in HD Video camera (on select model series) and more. We have release dates, prices and details after the break.
TCL-47WT60 (photo above)
47-inch $2499.99. Available around 3/30
TC-L55WT60
55-inch $2999.99 Available around 3/30
Major features:
My Home Screen
My Home Screen provides instant access to your favorite Smart TV contents. The My Home Screen menu leads you to a wide variety of content in addition to TV, including smart apps, an Internet web browser, videos and photos. It provides complete access to everything as soon as you turn on the TV.
Selectable Apps
Selectable apps available from the My Home Screen menu include: Clock, Calendar, Weather, Reminder, RSS, Memo, YouTube, Skype, Facebook and more.
Voice Interaction & Voice Guidance
SMART VIERA Voice Interaction and Voice Guidance uses text to speech functions to verbalize text contents on TV. It works well for verbally reading out program information, SNS messages and web page contents.
2D to 3D Conversion
With advanced 2D to 3D conversion technology, you can turn virtually any 2D content into crisp and clear 3D images. It allows you to turn ordinary TV broadcasts and recorded programs into exciting 3D content.
240Hz/4200 Back Light Scanning Technology
This original Panasonic technology delivers optimal sharpness, clarity and contrast with virtually no image blur. This ensures a sharp picture experience even when you are watching fast-moving images like sports or action movies. (4200 rate applies only to WT60, BLS rates for other models listed below)
Clear Panel Pro Filter
Enhancements to the panel and cells help reproduce images with deep, rich blacks – even when viewed in bright surroundings. In movies, the true, deep blacks faithfully convey the intent of the filmmakers, adding realism and contrast to the viewing experience.
VIERA Connect Cloud-Based Internet Content Access
VIERA Connect provides cloud-based Internet content access. It brings you video-on-demand (VOD), catch-up TV, games, educational content and more – all through a wide range of apps. It affords virtually limitless content consumption from the comfort of your living room.
Built-In Wi-Fi with Easy-to-Understand Wireless LAN Settings
With built-in Wi-Fi, no additional equipment is needed to connect with an existing wireless router in your home network. Your Panasonic TV will automatically detect available networks and take you through an easy Wi-Fi setup process.
DLNA Certified
This DLNA-compatible TV makes content easy to share by linking equipment over a home network. Enjoy photos, movies, music and more in the living room, bedroom or any room in the house.
VIERA Remote 2 App
VIERA Remote 2 is a free app available for download to compatible iOS and Android mobile devices. It lets you use a smartphone or tablet as a second screen for watching private content or controlling the TV and adjusting TV settings. It provides intuitive tap and flick-based commands. Plus, it supports easy functions like Swipe & Share 2.0, which make the TV easier to use.
Swipe & Share 2.0
With Swipe & Share 2.0, you can use a one finger swipe to share and transfer video, photos, music contents and web pages between the TV and your smart devices by linking a smartphone or tablet to Panasonic’s Smart VIERA TV. You can also share content with friends and family. With a two finger swipe, you can easily save video, photos, music contents and web pages.
USB Media Player & SDXC Card Reader
Thanks to the dual USB ports, you can use a USB memory stick to enjoy previously saved music, photos and video clips using the TV. You can also add frames and other effects to your photos and videos, as well as create slide shows complete with background music. A wide variety of formats are supported, so you can play PC-based music files and Web movies right on your TV. You can also use the SDXC memory card reader for playing media files.
C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System)
The C.A.T.S (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) feature automatically adjusts screen brightness according to ambient light. When the room darkens, it lowers the screen brightness and adjusts the image quality, resulting in both easier viewing and power conservation.
Other Features
Includes: Panasonic Touch Pad Controller
Equipped with a dual-core Pro4 chip processor
Supports 24p Smooth Film playback and 24p playback (3:2)
Polarized passive 3D with 3D 24p Cinema Smoother
4 pairs passive 3D glasses
IPS LCD Panel-Edge lit 16 zone local dimming
Dual built-in 4W front speakers and a 10W 75mm woofer (18W total)
Supports VR-Audio Pro Surround 2.1 for simulated surround sound
Supports Skype on TV with integrated camera
Access to eHelp and Product Support Center
VIERA Link and Bluetooth compatible
ISF Calibration mode
HDMI connectivity with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
Ultra-slim metal bezel
Connections
3 HDMI, 3 USB, 1 Component Video/Composite Video, 1 Ethernet, SDXC slot
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TC-L55DT60 (photo above)
55-inch $2199.99 Available around 3/30
TC-L60DT60
60-inch $2799.99 Available around 3/30
My Home Screen, Selectable Apps, Voice Interaction & Voice Guidance, 1920 x 1080p , 2D to 3D Conversion, 120 Hz refresh/1920 BLS (55”) 1200 BLS (60”), Clear Panel Pro Filter, VIERA Connect Cloud-Based Internet Content Access, Built-In Wi-Fi with Easy-to-Understand Wireless LAN Settings, DLNA Certified, VIERA Remote 2 App, Swipe & Share 2.0,USB Media Player & SDXC Card Reader, C.A.T.S.
Includes the Panasonic Touch Pad Controller
Equipped with a dual-core Pro4 chip processor
Supports 24p Smooth Film playback and 24p playback (3:2)
Polarized passive 3D with 3D 24p Cinema Smoother
4 pairs of 3D passive glasses
IPS LCD Panel-Edge lit local dimming 6 zones
Dual built-in 4W front speakers and a 10W 75mm woofer (18W total)
Supports VR-Audio Pro Surround 2.1 for simulated surround sound
Supports Skype
Access to eHelp and Product Support Center
VIERA Link and Bluetooth compatible
Web browser with flash
HDMI connectivity with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
Ultra-slim metal bezel
Connections
3 HDMI, 3 USB, 1 Component Video/Composite Video, 1 Ethernet, SDXC slot
TC-L50ET60 (photo above)
50-inch $1399.99 Available around 3/30
TC-L55ET60
55-inch $1699.99 Available around 3/30
My Home Screen, Selectable Apps, Voice Guidance, 2D to 3D Conversion, 120 Hz refresh/720 BLS, Clear Panel Pro Filter, VIERA Connect Cloud-Based Internet Content Access, Built-In Wi-Fi with Easy-to-Understand Wireless LAN Settings, DLNA Certified, VIERA Remote 2 App, Swipe & Share 2.0,USB Media Player & SDXC Card Reader,
Supports 24p Smooth Film playback and 24p playback (3:2)
Polarized passive 3D with 3D 24p Cinema Smoother
2 pairs of 3D passive glasses
IPS LCD Panel-Edge lit
Dual built-in 4W front speakers and a 10W 75mm woofer (18W total)
Supports VR-Audio Pro Surround 2.1 for simulated surround sound
Supports Skype
Access to eHelp and Product Support Center
VIERA Link and Bluetooth compatible
Web browser
HDMI connectivity with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
Ultra-slim bezel
Connections
3 HDMI, 2 USB, 1 Component Video/Composite Video, 1 Ethernet, SDXC slot
TC-L42E60
42-inch $799.99 Available around 3/30
TC-L50E60
50-inch $1149.99 Available around 4/30
TC-L58E60
58-inch $1599.99 Available around 3/30
TC-L65E60
65-inch $2699.99 Available around 3/30
My Home Screen, Voice Guidance, Full HD 1920 x 1080p, 120 Hz refresh/240 BLB (back light blink), , VIERA Connect Cloud-Based Internet Content Access, Built-In Wi-Fi with Easy-to-Understand Wireless LAN Settings, DLNA Certified, VIERA Remote 2 App, Swipe & Share 2.0,USB Media Player, C.A.T.S.
Supports 24p Smooth Film playback and 24p playback (3:2)
Supports Skype (camera sold separately)
VIERA Link
Web browser
Edge-lit LCD panel
HDMI connectivity with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
Super Narrow Bezel
Connections
3 HDMI, 2 USB, 1 Component Video/1 Composite Video, 1 Ethernet
TC-L39EM60
39-inch $599.99 Available around 3/30
TC-L50EM60
50-inch $999.99 Available around 3/30
1920 x 1080p, 120 Hz refresh/240 BLB, USB Media Player
Supports 24p Smooth Film playback and 24p playback (3:2)
HDMI connectivity with Audio Return Channel (ARC) support
Edge-lit LCD Panel
Narrow Bezel
Connections
2 HDMI, 1 USB, 1 Component Video/Composite Video
TC-L32XM6
32-inch $379.99 Available around 3/30
1366 x 768 Resolution (32”), 60Hz refresh, Dual HDMI Inputs , Supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), USB Media Player (photo & music only), 10W Full-Range Stereo Speakers
Edge-lit LCD panel
TC-L32B6
32-inch $329.99 Available around 4/30
TC-L39B6
39-Inch $499.99 Available around 4/30
TC-L50B6 $749.99 Available around 3/30
1920 x 1080p Resolution (39”, 50”) 1366 x 768 Resolution (32”), 60 Hz refresh, Dual HDMI Inputs, Supports Audio Return Channel (ARC), USB Media Player (photo & music), 20W Full-Range Stereo Speakers
Direct back-lit LCD panel
Connections
2 HDMI, 1 USB, 1 Component Video/1 Composite Video
We will be listing the Panasonic 2013 Plasma pricing and details shortly.
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