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Panasonic TH-42PX80U 42-inch Plasma HDTV
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Panasonic TH-42PX80U

42-inch Plasma HDTV

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Panasonic TH-42PX80U Plasma TV
  • 720p HD Plasma Panel (1,366 x 768 pixels)
  • Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000:1 Dynamic
  • 480hz Sub-field Drive Technology
  • Equivalent to 4,096 Shades of Gradation
  • NEW AR (Anti-Reflective) Filter
Manufacturer's Description
With an incredible depth of crisp, clear, real-life colors created by a wide range of black gradations, VIERA flat panel HDTVs truly usher in a new VISUAL ERA. Improved resolution delivers theater-quality reproduction, and sporting events such as the Olympics, plus season premieres and other programming are displayed in exciting, vivid color—no matter how lively the movement in the action. Outstanding picture quality, connectivity and service. That's VIERA.

Over 900 Lines with 480Hz Sub-field Drive
Even subtle movements are clear and easy to judge. Self-illuminating plasma displays feature high moving picture resolution, so there are no more frustrating afterimages in fast-action scenes. You enjoy smooth, clear motion in sports scenes, like Olympic competition and in the action scenes of movies.

Digital Optimizer
A digital noise detection circuit detects the areas and amounts of noise in each scene and then applies the optimal noise reduction to combat it. All types of images come through noise-free.

Motion Pattern Noise Reduction
This function detects motion patterns that tend to generate noise and makes adjustments to maximize image quality. Even scenes with a variety of motion images are crystal-clear.

High Contrast 1,000,000:1 [Native 15,000:1]
Every image is richly expressive, from bright scenes, like scorching desert landscapes, to dark cave scenes. Contrast is enhanced by the new Real Black Drive system (a pre-discharge control system) and a higher base luminance from improvements made to the panel production process. The high contrast creates deep, robust blacks and faithfully reproduces scenes with a delicate balance of light and shadow.

Deep Color
Deep Color (HDMI V.1.3) is an image enhancing technology supported by HDMI 1.3. Its outstanding color gradation exceeds the capability of current 8-bit/color systems.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
(based on 12 reviews)

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive (12), Fast setup (10), Great picture quality (12), Simple controls (8)
Best Uses:
Home (12), Movies (9)
Describe Yourself:
Casual user (5), Enthusiast (5)
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Best value for the money!
By Myk Verified Buyer from Spokane, WA on 3/26/2009
Pros:
Great Picture, Fast Setup, Simple Controls
Cons:
Audio Quality
Best Uses:
Home
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Looks great right out of the box! Picture clarity and colors are great. Sports in HD look utterly amazing!

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Great picture!
By Tosch Verified Buyer from Lexington, NE on 3/2/2009
Pros:
Simple Controls, Great Picture, Attractive Design
Best Uses:
Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual User
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This TV is for our main viewing in the family room. Great picture. We watch movies and sports, which is why I bought the plasma, for clarity in quick action. It performs up to my expectations from all the reviews I had read.

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I like it!
By Rachel Verified Buyer from Spokane WA on 2/24/2009
Pros:
Simple Controls, Great Picture
Best Uses:
Movies
Describe Yourself:
Casual User
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have nothing bad to say about this TV. I like the ability (and that its simple) to zoom so the picture is not stretched but I doubt that is unique to this model. I like the easy front HDMI hookup for watching movies from the computer.

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"Great value"
By Detail man Verified Buyer from Coloma, MI on 2/10/2009
Pros:
Great Picture, Simple Controls, Fast Setup
Best Uses:
Home
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

99% thrilled. Only negatives are that the channel antenna strength is buried in the menu, and the occasional computer-like glitch such as briefly forgetting channels.

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Really Nice, Really Good Price!
By Joe B. Verified Buyer from Dothan, AL on 1/13/2009
Pros:
Simple Controls, Great Picture, Fast Setup
Cons:
Speakers Not Great
Best Uses:
Home
Describe Yourself:
Casual User
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great TV -- but you will probably want to link it to a surround sound system for any movie watching you plan. Not to say the speakers aren't normally adequate -- they are, just nothing special to keep up with the rest of the TV's quality.

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 Main Features
 HDTV HDTV Tuner Built In
 HDTV Native Resolution 720p
 Screen Size (inches) 42
 General Features
 Contrast Ratio 15,000:1
 Resolution 1024 x 768
 Compatible Formats 720p, 480p, 1080p, 1080i
 Tuner QAM, NTSC, ATSC
 Dimensions
 Weight (Pounds) 61..8
 Depth (Inches) 15.2
 Height (Inches) 28.6
 Width (Inches) 40.2
Detailed Specifications:
Video
  • Screen Size: 42 Class (41.6 diagonal)
  • Display Resolution: 720p
  • Contrast Ratio: Native: 15,000:1. Dynamic: 1,000,000:1
  • 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): 1024 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
    Input/Output
  • 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
  • Screen Coating (Filter): New AR (Anti-Reflective) Filter
  • Dimensions (H x W x D) w/Stand: 28.6 x 40.2 x 15.2
  • Weight (lbs.) w/Stand: 61.8 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 26.7'' x 40.2'' x 3.7''
  • Weight: 56.7 lbs
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