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Pioneer's KURO line of plasma HDTVs gets deeper black levelsBy Sindre Lia, Wednesday 7 May 2008
Pioneer's 2008 KURO models will be released throughout the year, claiming to provide black levels five times deeper than the 2007 KURO models.

Pioneer today introduced six new plasma HDTVs, two Blu-ray disc players and four new A/V receivers. The new line of 2008 KURO plasma displays features black levels five times deeper than the 2007 KURO models. The philosophy behind Pioneer's Project KURO and the driving force is to be able to produce a pure black color and in turn reproduce an accurate color spectrum.


Pioneer KURO PDP-6020FD


The 2008 KURO models include the 50-inch PDP-5020FD and the 60-inch PDP-6020FD, both measuring 3.7-inches thin and offering networked Home Media Gallery for playback of digital content from a PC or via USB. The new HDTVs also come with a new remote control and redesigned high-definition graphic user interface for seamless integration with other A/V equipment. Both models offer a 1080p resolution and should be available in June 2008. The 50-inch model will cost approximately $4000, while the 60-inch model will cost approximately $5500.

Pioneer also introduced the new Elite Signature Series of monitors, boasting hand selected and hand assembled parts to offer customers more unique and distinct options when buying plasma HDTVs. According to Pioneer, these models also exceed a stricter examination process than most plasma HDTVs in the industry. A 50-inch model (PRO-101FD) will be available in October 2008, while a 60-inch model (PRO-141FD) will be available in August. Both models offer 1080p resolution, but pricing has yet to be determined.

Pioneer is also introducing two Elite KURO HD flat panel televisions that is claimed to offer picture customization features that ensure better picture performance of films, sports and TV shows. Employing an enhanced "Optimum mode" feature, the new displays is claimed to seamlessly examine the sound, picture and room light conditions at the same time and adjust the audio and video settings by the slightest variation to deliver a better viewing experience based on each type of programming.

Designed for entertainment connoisseurs, the new televisions offer calibration features as well as allow users to switch between six picture and sound pre-set modes. The new televisions also sport Pioneer's Home Media Gallery functionality.

The 50-inch Pioneer KURO PRO-111FD and 60-inch Pioneer KURO PRO-151FD both offers 1080p resolution and should be available in June 2008 for $5000 and $6500, respectively.
 
 
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