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hoodlum
06-07-06, 09:55 AM
The good news it that they skipped a generation and are in line with the new 7th Generation. :) The bad news is the price and no mention of a 42". :confused:


http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060607/20060607005394.html?.v=1

June 7, 2006--Two new high-definition commercial plasmas introduced at InfoComm today by Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. utilize PureDrive(TM) Pro circuitry along with other proprietary technologies to deliver exceptional picture quality for commercial applications. PureDrive(TM) Pro, developed exclusively for professional displays, is one of the industry's most powerful signal processing engines to maintain the purest digital signal possible for minimal data loss from any signal type. The 60" PDP-607CMX and 50" PDP-507CMX stand apart from ordinary displays in their ability to deliver sharper, more focused images with improved efficiency using proprietary technologies like PureDrive(TM) Pro, developed by Pioneer during the past eight years.

"Superior image quality is one of the most important aspects of a professional plasma, whether it's for a public venue or executive boardroom, the display must be able to get your message across with picture that is both eye-catching and easy to view," said Jim Krodel, vice president of industrial display for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. "We've incorporated the same breakthrough technologies that made our consumer plasmas amazing, to our new professional plasmas to provide a picture that truly sets itself apart from current displays."

Flexibility for Commercial Applications

For the flexibility required by the professional market, both plasmas offer Pioneer's Expansion Solutions(TM) technology. Through dual slots located at the bottom of the plasma, users can insert a variety of expansion cards that will change or enhance the displays' capabilities for easily customizable digital signage, boardroom and other business applications. Pioneer's Expansion Solutions program creates a more future-proof environment by enabling users to modify each plasma to meet the rapid evolution of display and communication technology. Pioneer's plasmas can be adapted through expansion cards to allow access to the World Wide Web, to create a TV tuner for system control, MPEG playback, signal interface, wireless connectivity or for an imbedded PC. As expert third party manufacturers continue to develop more cards, the breadth of new applications for Pioneer's plasma displays will continue to expand.

Sharp, Bright, Accurate Image Reproduction

The new plasmas employ Pioneer's PureDrive(TM) Pro technology, developed exclusively for its professional displays, delivering a clear, smooth and natural image quality in any professional application. PureDrive Pro features one of the industry's most powerful signal processing engines with a 12-bit digital high performance chip drive that maintains the purest digital signal possible ensuring full digital image processing with minimal data loss for all signal types.

For accurate reproduction of grayscale levels, Advanced Continuous Emission IV detects the type of content shown on the screen and dynamically optimizes the distribution of color gradation for optimum detail within black areas.

To improve picture quality and reduce ambient light reflections, the PDP-507CMX uses a First Surface Pure Color Filter. This filter is bonded directly to the plasma glass, instead of utilizing an additional layer of glass, for less reflection, less overall television weight and less future environmental waste impact. The reduction of the extra glass may, however, create a slight increase in audio noise from the plasma.

The sharper, more color accurate picture on the PDP-607CMX is a result of the Pure Color Filter II, which greatly decreases external light reflectivity and provides high contrast and clarity for improved image reproduction even in bright environments.

Pioneer's plasma displays offer significant longevity for a commercial user. Sixty thousand hours is an approximate time for the display panel to reach half of its original luminescence. This approximation may vary depending on source and type of content, settings, environment and use. This approximation does not provide or imply any warranty beyond the manufacturer's standard limited warranty.

Additional Features

* Intelligent Dual Screen Mode -- For impressive presentation and promotions, this allows for the creation of a variety of dual-image variations when using picture-in-picture mode
* Seamless Orbiter -- A Pioneer industry-first technology that functions to move the entire image in extremely small steps of less than a pixel for a reduction in display "ghosting" while not interfering with viewers' experiences
* Intelligent Video Wall Mode -- Allows for simple creation of multi-monitor video walls of up to 25 screens. Two modes, "Adjusted" for reproducing images and "Normal" for displaying text and diagrams
* Program Timer -- A weekly timer that can control up to seven of the display's functions, allowing for convenient operation of video walls
* High Speed Image Switch -- Allows operators to alternate from one input to another at a speed of less than half a second for smooth, comfortable viewing of a display at exhibition halls or event venues
* Dual Image Freeze -- When viewing a picture-in-picture or side-by-side image, this allows the user to temporarily freeze one image while still viewing another image in real time during presentations or meetings
* RS232C Status Feedback -- Permits remote confirmation of the display's status when connected to a control device through the RS-232C interface
* Intelligent Auto Setup -- This function automatically adjusts the screen when a computer is connected

The PDP-507CMX will be available in September and the PDP-607CMX will be available in October for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $6255 and $10,005, respectively.

madshi
06-07-06, 10:44 AM
[QUOTE=hoodlum]The good news it that they skipped a generation and are in line with the new 7th Generation. :) The bad news is the price and no mention of a 42". :confused:[/QUOTE]
Don't care about 42", but agree very much with the rest of your conclusion!

Now when will we see a 1080p 60" model from Pioneer? What sense does it make to release a 1080p 50", but no 1080p 60"?

Cleveland Plasma
06-07-06, 11:31 AM
Steet price will be alot different

yzkbug
06-07-06, 08:39 PM
what is the native resolution of these plasmas? Is it the same 1280x768?

jrbd90
06-08-06, 10:52 AM
Do we have any idea about inputs/optional cards???
The 503CMX would have been mine 2 years ago if it had better input solutions.

afiggatt
06-08-06, 11:17 AM
[QUOTE=yzkbug]what is the native resolution of these plasmas? Is it the same 1280x768?[/QUOTE]
The upcoming Pioneer 5070 and 6070 consumer models are specified to have 1365x768 resolution, so the commercial 50" and 60" are likely to be the same. So Pioneer is finally getting away from the slightly rectangular pixels for the 50" models that they have had for a long time. The list prices for these commercial models are rather high, but I would assume they will be agressively discounted by the on-line sellers.

Cleveland Plasma
06-08-06, 11:20 AM
I assume you have not seen the Key Digital Xplorer Card. Click Here (http://www.keydigital.com/ProductDetail.aspx?categorycode=100&itemno=HDXplorer&productname=)

http://www.keydigital.com/images/Video%20Processors/HD_Xplorer_v2_a.jpg (http://www.keydigital.com/ProductDetail.aspx?categorycode=100&itemno=HDXplorer&productname=)

jrbd90
06-08-06, 11:36 AM
[QUOTE=Cleveland Plasma]I assume you have not seen the Key Digital Xplorer Card. Click Here (http://www.keydigital.com/ProductDetail.aspx?categorycode=100&itemno=HDXplorer&productname=)

http://www.keydigital.com/images/Video%20Processors/HD_Xplorer_v2_a.jpg (http://www.keydigital.com/ProductDetail.aspx?categorycode=100&itemno=HDXplorer&productname=)[/QUOTE]

I suppose I should have qualified my statement as "affordable input solutions".

Cleveland Plasma
06-08-06, 12:00 PM
Well MSRP is high, actual street price is a lot less...well way less.

jrbd90
06-08-06, 01:23 PM
[QUOTE=Cleveland Plasma]Well MSRP is high, actual street price is a lot less...well way less.[/QUOTE]

Thats true, and you get a lot of inputs, but I still hope Pioneer comes out with one of their series with DVI w/HDCP for the 507CMX

Cleveland Plasma
06-08-06, 01:29 PM
The 505CMX has DVI w/HDCP !!

jrbd90
06-09-06, 10:34 AM
Thanks, I guess I am behind the times regarding Industrial Pioneers.

Can you tell me what inputs will come standard on the 507CMX?
And what cards will be available as options?

cvye
06-09-06, 02:35 PM
wonder how much the PureDrive Pro (12-bit) is gooder than the 10-bit Pure Drive II of the consumer versions...still need to know whether either will accept a 72/75 Hz signal from my processor...

honcho
06-10-06, 11:54 AM
The press release for the 507/607 CMX mentioned "The reduction of the extra glass may, however, create a slight increase in audio noise from the plasma." Does anyone have any idea how much noise this is? Is it more than in the consumer models? Would it be too loud for a bedroom, especially for a wife who has VERY sharp hearing :rolleyes: ?

Influence
06-10-06, 03:19 PM
[QUOTE=honcho]The press release for the 507/607 CMX mentioned "The reduction of the extra glass may, however, create a slight increase in audio noise from the plasma." Does anyone have any idea how much noise this is? Is it more than in the consumer models? Would it be too loud for a bedroom, especially for a wife who has VERY sharp hearing :rolleyes: ?[/QUOTE]

I thought that a year or two ago, when they announced the Pro-1130s and 930s touting the new directly bonded to the glass color filter, the Pioneer press releases said that the loss of one layer of glass could cause an increase in VIDEO noise, not audio noise. Being that the sound insulation qualities of glass are pretty poor, I don't see how the extra layer of glass versus the color filter (not sure what actually comprises that color filter) would make much of a difference in the amount of plasma "buzz" eminating from the panel. I would still think that any fans in the TV would be the primary source of noise.

Here's what you should do. Go stick your ear against a 4360,6060, Pro-930, Pro-1130. They are already using the same technology. If those TVs bother your wife, then the new ones will too. If the current models are okay, the new ones should be too.

jrbd90
06-12-06, 10:07 AM
Does anyone have a pdf spec sheet for these yet? I'm getting excited!

hoodlum
09-01-06, 05:06 PM
The PDP-507CMX was suppose to be available in September. Has anyone heard if the timelines have slipped?

jrbd90
09-29-06, 03:50 PM
Any updated news?

I am thinking that the 507cmx will be a great value if it is priced less than the outgoing 505cmx.

But there is that card issue, maybe there will be an update 5007 card with a HDMI input? Please Pioneer?

BarkingArt
10-01-06, 01:38 PM
Can anyone confirm that the 607cmx will be able to take the Key Digital HDXplorer card?

Cleveland Plasma
10-03-06, 08:12 PM
I was told yes, However Key Digital just released a new card, the KD-PC1 <<<CLICK HERE>>> (http://www.keydigital.com/ProductDetail.aspx?categorycode=100&itemno=KD-PC1&productname=New%20Products)

Cleveland Plasma
10-03-06, 08:23 PM
Here is a little article about the upcoming models <<<CLICK HERE>>> (http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pna/v3/pg/press/release/detail/0,,2076_310069589_316080454,00.html)

BarkingArt
10-04-06, 02:22 AM
It appears the HD Xplorer card IS the KD-PC1. No difference. This is not new.

Cleveland Plasma
10-04-06, 08:28 AM
^^^^ I was told by Key Digital it is new, however not really, as it only has firmware updates.