Reviews of the Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U
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The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Panasonic TH-42PZ85U, but we did review a larger model in the series.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 91/100. Comparing these reviews to 112184 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent.
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pcmag.com
Review Summary: This latest-generation plasma TV offers upgraded video processing and significantly improved picture contrast over previous 1080p Panasonic plasmas.
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digitaltrends.com
Review Summary: Part of the excitement surrounding Panasonic's 1080p plasma TVs is the screen size. The 46" TH-46PZ85U provides 20 percent more screen area than a comparable 42" TV, yet when...
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Part number: TH-42PZ85U
General
- Product Type 42 in Plasma TV
- Series VIERA
- Digital Television Certification HDTV
- TV Tuner 1x digital, 1x analog
- Video Interface HDMI, Component, S-Video, Composite
- Dimensions With stand
- Width 41.7 in
- Depth 12.9 in
- Height 28.3 in
- Weight 70.5 lbs
Display
- Diagonal Size 42 in - Widescreen
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Image Contrast Ratio 30000:1
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio 1000000:1
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Widescreen Modes Conventional 4:3, Zoom, Full, Just
- Display Menu Language Spanish, English, French
- Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Color Temperature Control Yes
- Additional Features 3D Color Management, X.v.Color, Deep Color, Channel labeling, Game mode, Video noise reduction, Anti-reflective filter
TV Tuner
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
Digital TV Tuner
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
Video Features
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Analog Video Input Signals NTSC
- Input Video Formats 1080p, 480p, 1080i, 720p
- Closed Caption Capability Yes
Memory Card Reader
- Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Speakers Included 2 speakers
- Response Bandwidth 70 - 17000 Hz
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital photo playback
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Audio line-in - Front, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Front, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Front, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Front, 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-in - Rear
- Slot Provided 1 x SD Memory Card
Stands & Mounts
- Stand Included Yes
Compliances
- Compliant Standards UL 6500, CUL
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power AC 120 V
- Power Consumption Operational 573 Watt
- Battery None
Dimensions & Weight Details
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 41.7 in x 3.6 in x 26.4 in x 66.1 lbs
User Opinions
Buying Choices
TH-42PZ85U 42" Plasma TV from 22 online stores: Lowest Price: $1049.95
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Crutchfield.com
$1499.99 |
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Circuit City
$1499.99 |
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Abe's of Maine
$1101.18 |
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Butterfly Photo
$1098.00 |
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Buydig.com
$1079.00 |
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