Panasonic VIERA 42" Plasma Flat Panel 1080p HDTV In Black

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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 30,000:1]
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.

Specification	Description
Model	2072453, PANTH42PZ85U, TH-42PZ85U, TH42PZ85U
UPC	037988241835
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Card Slot	Secure Digital
Compatible Formats	1080p
Component Video	(2) Rear Input
Composite Video	(1) Rear Output
Composite Video	(1) Side Input
Composite Video	(2) Rear Input
Contrast Ratio	30,000:1
Contrast Ratio	30000:1
DB15 (PC Video)	Rear Input
Depth (Inches)	3.6
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	1000000:1
HDMI	(1) Side Input
HDMI	(3) Rear Input
HDTV	HDTV Tuner Built In
HDTV Capable	HD Tuner is included
HDTV Native Resolution	1080p
Height (Inches)	26.4
Ports	1 x S-Video In Side
Resolution	1920 x 1080
S-Video	(1) Side Input
S-Video	(2) Rear Input
Screen Format	16:9 Widescreen TV Imaging
Screen Size	41" to 49"
Screen Size	42"
Screen Size (inches)	42
Screen Size (Inches/Diagonal)	42
Select	Plasma Units
Speakers	Yes
Stand	Included
Technology	HDTV
Tuner	ATSC
Wall Mountable	Yes
Weight (Pounds)	66.1
Width (Inches)	41.9

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"Reviewer: Minnesota Retired from Bloomington, Minnesota on Nov 6, 2008 This is my first plasma TV (Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U, 1080P), purchased 11-2-08. Mounting the screen on the non-swivel base took a little doing, best done by two people, to align screws for fastening, but the rest is easy. Out of the box, my initial impression was not good, picture-wise. However, for some reason, Panasonic chose "standard" ..." Read Full Review »

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"I now own 2 Panasonic Plasma T.V.s, both of which are broken. They are manufactured with defective power boards. This problem is widespread (check the net) and Panasonic REFUSES to acknowledge it. The defective power converter issue causes the TVs to shut off and not come back on, resulting in blinking power lights to tell you what component failed (7 led flashes is the most common) I bought the Panasonic extend..." Read Full Review »

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This is my first plasma TV (Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U, 1080P), purchased 11-2-08. Mounting the screen on the non-swivel base took a little doing, best done by two people, to align screws for fastening, but the rest is easy. Out …" Read Full Review »

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Great plasma

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"I bought this TV for my family room and am very pleased with the picture. I haven't had a chance to do any fine tuning of the picture as of yet, but even without that, the picture quality is great. Depending on time of day, there is some glare from a sliding glass door, but I was expecting that. …" Read Full Review »

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"Like many people, I did a wealth of research before making my first HD TV purchase. I meticulously reviewed every spec comparing them to other sets, both by Panasonic and other manufacturers. A lot of specs and features, I learned, are pure marketing. It wasn't until I started actually visiting stor …" Read Full Review »

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"We purchased the 42 2008 Panasonic plasma 1080p model TH-42PZ85U about a week ago, after about 2 weeks of almost non-stop comparing of different sets at various stores. Weve watched it during bright glary daytime conditions and dark room evening hours. Weve watched HD channels and SD (standard-def) …" Read Full Review »

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"I did a lot of research before I bought the Panasonic TH-42PZ85U. I was already pretty sure I wanted a Plasma but I was worried about the dreaded 'burn-in'. Since that was my concern I looked for a Plasma TV that had lots of gizmos to prevent burn-in and Panasonic's new line plasmas had it all a …" Read Full Review »

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