There was a time when most of the people had SDTVs (Standard Definition Televisions) and only a select few had HDTVs (High Definition Televisions). Now it is vice versa and Pioneer has decided to jump in the bandwagon by announcing the Project Kuro line of high quality flat screens.
These HDTVs will have screens that boast up to 20,000:1 contrast ratio and black levels that are 80% deeper than before. And yes, the 20,000:1 contrast ratio will be the real one and not like the Dynamic contrast that some on the high-def TVs offer. The Project Kuro line of HDTVs will comprise of 10 different models, with resolution ranges from 720p at 16,000:1 all the way up to 1080p at 20,000:1. These high-def televisions are sized in the range of 42 inched to 60 inches.
Pioneer has also released details regarding the price and availability of the Project Kuro line of high definition televisions. Here are the details:
The Pioneer-branded XGA and WXGA sets will be available in June:
- Pioneer 42″ XGA PDP-4280HD – $2,700
Pioneer 50″ WXGA PDP-5080HD – $3,500
The Elite-branded XGA and WXGA sets will be available in July:
- Elite 42″ XGA PRO-950HD – $3,200
Elite 50″ WXGA PRO-1150HD – $4,500
All 1080p sets will be available in September:
- Pioneer 50″ PDP-5010FD – $5,000
Pioneer 60″ PDP-6010FD – $6,500
Elite 50″ PRO-110FD – $6,000
Elite 60″ PRO-150FD – $7,500
