Panasonic VIERA 42" Plasma Flat Panel HDTV In Black

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Panasonic VIERA 42" Plasma Flat Panel HDTV In Black, Model TH42PX80U

42" Class (41.6" Diagonal) Widescreen VIERA Plasma 720p HDTV with New Anti-Reflective Filter, Deep Color Technology, Game Mode, Built-In SD Card Slot/GalleryPlayer� Ready to View, 3 HDMI Inputs and VIERA Link� HDAVI Control

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Specifications
Diagonal Screen Size	42" Class (41.6" diagonal)
Display Resolution	720p
Contrast Ratio	Native: 15000:1 Dynamic: 1000000:1
Compatible Signal Formats	1080p/1080i/720p/480p
Aspect Ratio	16:9 (Widescreen)
Shades of Gradation	4,096
Pixel Pitch (H x V)	0.90 x 0.675 mm
Panel Type	G11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma Display Panel
Aspect Control for TV/AV Modes	4:3, Zoom, Full, Just, H-Fill
Native Resolution (Number of Pixels)	786,432 (1,024 x 768)
Moving Picture Resolution	720 lines or more
Progressive Scan	Yes
Video Noise Reduction	Yes
Digital Comb Filter	Motion Adaptive 3D-Y/C
Color Purity Optimizer (3D Color Management)	Yes
Sub-Pixel Controller	Yes
Motion Pattern Noise Reduction	Yes
Digital Cinema Reality	Yes
480 Hz Sub-field Drive	Yes
24p Playback(2:3)	Yes
Deep Color	Yes
x.v.Color	Yes
Audio
Speakers	Full-range x 2 (L,R)
Number of Speakers	2
Audio Ouput	20W (10% THD) (8 ohms, 70Hz-17kHz)
Surround Sound	Yes
Inputs / Outputs
Tuners	Integrated ATSC
Photo Viewer	Yes
SD Card Slot	Yes
HDMI Input	3 (1 front)
Analog Audio Input (for HDMI)	2
Composite Video Input	2 (1 front)
S-Video Input	2 (1 front)
Audio Input (for Video)	2 (1 front)
Component Video Input [Y, PB(CB), PR(CR)]	2
Audio Input (for Component Video)	2
Composite Video Output	1
Audio Output	1
Digital Audio Out	1
Convenience
VIERA Link	Yes
Game Mode	Yes
Pixel Shifter (Anti-Image Retention)	Yes
Video Picture Memory	Yes
On-Screen Display Languages	English/Spanish/French
V-Chip Program Lockout	Yes
Built-In Closed Caption Decoder	Yes
Timers - Sleep/On/Off	Sleep (Off only)
Video Input Labeling	Yes
General
Power Supply	AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption	385 W
Safety Standard	UL6500/C-UL
Receiving System	ATSC/QAM/NTSC
Operating Temperature	32�F - 104�F
Pedestal Stand	Included (TBLX0036)
Remote Control	Included
Approximate Dimensions (H x W x D)
Including Pedestal Stand	28.6" x 40.2" x 15.2"
TV Set only	26.7" x 40.2" x 3.7"
Approximate Weight
Unit	Including Pedestal: 61.8 lbs
Unit	TV Set Only: 56.7 lbs
Shipping	79.4 lbs
Warranty Information
Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):	1 Year Parts and Labor
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Spec Sheet	Click here
Comparison Chart	Click here

Footnotes:

Allows display of JPEG still images that are compliant with DCF specifications.
For models with built-in ATSC/QAM/CableCARD: Optional external over-the-air antenna may be required for ATSC reception. Contact your local cable company for information regarding the availability and costs of CableCARD-related services.
For models without built-in HDTV tuners: Optional HDTV set-top receiver required to view DTV programming. Optional external over-the-air antenna may be required for ATSC reception. If your cable company passes through a network DTV signal unchanged, an optional HDTV set-top receiver can decode and tune the program. However, FCC must-carry regulations for cable DTV pass-through have not been finalized.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Reviews

PRODUCT REVIEW SUMMARY

Average Customer Rating:

(based on 6 review)

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:	Attractive Design (5), Fast Setup (5), Great Picture (5), Simple Controls (5)
Best Uses:	Home (6), Movies (3)
Describe Yourself:	Casual User (4)

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REVIEWED BY 6 CUSTOMERS

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Panasonic 42" VIERA 720

By chefnurse from Chicago on 03/5/2009.

Describe Yourself:	Casual User
Pros:	Fast Setup
Best Uses:	Home
Cons:	Poor packaging

Picture quality is good from antenae; almost as good as my 1080 set of same make & size I should of held out for a 50"; makes me want a 72" for the home movie theatre.

Great starter level HDTV

By akreston from Glenview on 02/17/2009.

Describe Yourself:	Casual User
Pros:	Great Picture, Attractive Design, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Best Uses:	Movies, Home, External sources
Cons:	Slow to turn ON

Watch Comcast, movies from iPhone. Easy to set-up, great picture quality and deepness. Looks much better than LCD HDTV (even 1080p). Works great with non-HDTV external video sources like iPhone (3:4 zoom mode works great and smooth). A little slow to turn ON (which is probably OK for any plasma).

Very good plasma TV, great price!

By JEB from Naperville on 01/14/2009.

Describe Yourself:	Casual User
Best Uses:	Home
Pros:	Simple Controls, Great Picture, Fast Setup, Attractive Design

Wonderful image, the blacks are deep and colors are rich, decent audio, plenty of convenient inputs for sources. The only cons are minor: the stand is designed so the unit sits about eight inches behind the front of the stand. I have it in a armoire so it sits a little too far back due to this. Also when viewing in 4:3 ratio the sides are gray, i would prefer black.

Great product at a great price

By The Dizee Z from Arvada, CO on 12/4/2008.

Describe Yourself:	Casual User
Pros:	Great Picture, Fast Setup, Simple Controls, Attractive Design
Best Uses:	Home, Darkened areas

For being a first time buyer of a new upgraded hdtv product. It was great to find out that my money was well spent. Great picture quality and lightweight. Surprising sound and very easy set up.

Outstanding Picture and TV Value

By Pansonically Impressed from Woodstock, IL on 06/8/2008.

How long have you owned it:	A month or less
Pros:	Great Picture, Attractive Design, Simple Controls
Best Uses:	Movies, Home
Cons:	None noteworthy
Describe Yourself:	Technically Challenged, Skeptical researcher

This Panasonic Plasma Television set provides outstanding value for the money!! Just got HD from Comcast and picture is outstanding. No motion blurring noted, with excellent contrast, color and clarity. Even on SD picture quality is very good. Was concerned about plasma burn in, etc,but no problems as yet. I had focused alot of research and time on Samsung, Sony, and Toshiba LCD's but after reading numerous consumer reviews, I was impressed by what they said about this Panasonic model: TH-42PX80U. Even though it's a 720P set, I don't regret not upgrading to a 1080P Panny Plasma. I don't have "Blue Ray" but also did buy a Panasonic DVD S54 Upconverting DVD which also is excellent. [...] I would encourage all to research and view this set before purchasing any LCD or Plasma TV. It looks like a quality TV set, and performs like one. Hope this review helps.

Great buy, great picture

By Sam from San Antonio, TX on 03/28/2008.

How long have you owned it:	A month or less
Pros:	Attractive Design, Fast Setup, Great Picture, Simple Controls
Best Uses:	Movies, Home
Describe Yourself:	Tech Savvy

This unit has a fantastic picture. Blacks are deep and lush, colors are great, and it handles motion like a champ. It is comparable to the Pio Kuro 42" 720p model, and much cheaper. In fact I like the picture better than most 1080p models I looked at. There is some "screen door" effect when you get within a foot or so, but I will never watch that close, so no need to pay the 1080p premium. I'm still astounded at how "natural" everything looks.

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