
Panasonic
Panasonic CT32SF36 32" SuperFlat CRT TV
★★★★★
Panasonic's 32-inch SuperFlat CRT delivers rich color, built-in surround sound, and dual-tuner picture-in-picture.
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Overview
Key Features
SuperFlat picture tube
Wideband video amplifier
Video noise reduction
Spatializer 3-D surround sound
Stereo/SAP/dbx noise reduction
Specifications
Brand
Panasonic
Model
CT32SF36
Screen Size
32 inches
Screen Type
SuperFlat Flat Screen CRT
Picture Tube
SuperFlat System with Invar Mask
Comb Filter
3-Line Digital
Video Processing
Wideband Video Amplifier, Video Noise Reduction
Audio
Stereo with dbx Noise Reduction, Spatializer 3D Surround Sound
Picture-in-Picture
Dual Tuner
Edge Correction
Horizontal Edge Correction
Menu System
Trilingual Easicon
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- SuperFlat tube with Invar mask produces a flatter image with less edge distortion than conventional CRTs
- Dual-tuner picture-in-picture lets you monitor two channels at once without extra hardware
- Built-in Spatializer 3D surround sound provides surprisingly wide audio from internal speakers
- 3-Line Digital Comb Filter reduces color bleeding and dot crawl for a cleaner picture
- Horizontal edge correction compensates for geometry issues common in flat-face CRT designs
👎 Cons
- A 32-inch CRT is extremely heavy and bulky, making placement and moving difficult
- No digital tuner — this set receives analog broadcasts only, requiring a converter box for over-the-air digital signals
- Limited input options compared to modern displays, with no HDMI or component video connections standard for the era
- Screen resolution and sharpness cannot compete with modern flat-panel displays at any size
- High power consumption relative to current LED or LCD televisions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "SuperFlat" mean on this TV?
SuperFlat refers to Panasonic's flattened picture tube design with an Invar shadow mask, which reduces image distortion and glare compared to traditional curved CRT screens, providing a more uniform picture across the entire 32-inch display.
Does this TV support picture-in-picture?
Yes. It has a dual-tuner picture-in-picture system, meaning you can watch two different broadcast channels simultaneously without needing an external tuner or second source.
What audio system is built into this TV?
It features stereo speakers with dbx noise reduction and Spatializer 3D surround sound processing, which simulates a wider soundstage from the built-in speakers.
What is the 3-Line Digital Comb Filter?
The 3-Line Digital Comb Filter separates the color and brightness signals in the video feed more precisely than standard comb filters, reducing dot crawl and color bleeding artifacts in the picture.