Panasonic VIERA 46" Widescreen Full 1080p HD Plasma - TH-46PZ85U

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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	TH-46PZ85U, TH46PZ85U
UPC	037988241828
Analog Audio	(1) Rear Input
Analog Audio	(1) Rear Output
Analog Audio	(1) Side Input
Analog Audio / Video	(1) Rear Input
Analog Audio / Video	(1) Side Input
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Card Slot	Secure Digital
Coaxial	Rear Input
Component Video	(2) Rear Input
Composite Video	(1) Side Input
Composite Video	(2) Rear Input
Contrast Ratio	1000000:1
DB15 (PC Video)	Rear Input
Depth (Inches)	15.2
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	1000000:1
HDMI	(1) Side Input
HDMI	(2) Rear Input
HDTV	HDTV Tuner Built In
HDTV Capable	HD Tuner is included
Height (Inches)	28.9
Optical	Rear Output
PC Audio	Rear Input
Ports	1 x S-Video In Side
Refresh Frequency	60 Hz
Remote Control	Included
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	46"
Screen Size (inches)	46
Screen Size (Inches/Diagonal)	46
Select	Plasma Units
Speakers	Included
Technology	HDTV
Tuner	ATSC
Weight (Pounds)	81.6
Width (Inches)	46.0

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"I highly recommend the pz85. It offers the best picture I’ve ever seen on a flat panel display, and with the right source material (a blu-ray or HD television) you’ll be blown away. Some people go overboard and make it seem like a HDTV can offer a religious experience. It’s not like that. But it does give a beautiful picture. Greens, blues, reds all seem so rich and vibrant (see “Rescue Dawn” blu-ray). Bla..." Read Full Review »

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"The reviews for this set were all very impressive- how could I go wrong? My old CRT Zenith had a beautiful life-like picture and I have Satellite service, not cable. OK got the Panasonic and had to wait about 5 days for the new HD Sat box, which is arriving today. Maybe I will update this review after that although I think I will have the same issues. The default Picture setting is very dark and dull- how anyon..." Read Full Review »

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"Alright, I've been shopping for this tv for a while. I was set between the 42pz85, 46pz80 and 46pz85. The 85 series has the better contrast of the line plus a good number of inputs over the previous step (PC and SD). Now I was just waiting for the right price on one of these. We just went over the w …" Read Full Review »

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"after researching all HD tv's for the longest time, i am very happy with this choice. I originally was looking at lcd, but didnt like the off viewing angle and didn't want to take chance on dealing with response times for fast action scenes and sports. the tv is a bit heavier than lcd, but not unm …" Read Full Review »

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"I've been looking for a plasma television that offers great black levels, good contrast level, full 1080p resolution all wrapped up in an attractive bezel. This panny plasma has all of the above. It really is a terrific display. Once calibrated, colors and skintones are accurate and natural looki …" Read Full Review »

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