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Panasonic TC-P42S1

$699.00 to $1,155.00



Panasonic's VIERA S1 series Plasma HDTVs are perfect for sports and cinema-quality movies. Panasonic's Neo PDP technology delivers sharp, detailed images, deep blacks and remarkable brightness, and all with lower power consumption.

Manufacturer:Panasonic Key FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsMiscellaneous
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Contrast Ratio   40,000:1
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight57.4 lb.
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Comb Filter   3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Pixel Pitch   0.48 mm
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • HDMI x 2 • Audio (RCA) x 3 • Audio (Mini Jack) x 1
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Memory Card Slot   SD Card
Audio Type   Surround
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 10 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish
Closed Caption on Mute   With Closed Caption On Mute
Width40.6 in.
Depth4.2 in.
Height26.1 in.
Weight57.4 lb.
UPC37988242382
Family LinePanasonic VIERA


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Panasonic TC-P42C2

$525.00 to $719.00



Panasonic's 42-inch VIERA TC-P42C2 Plasma HDTV features a 720p high-definition resolution and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity. This and other models in the C2 line offer Panasonic's VIERA Image Viewer feature, which enables you to play slideshows of JPEG images stored on SD memory cards.

Manufacturer:Panasonic Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNTCP42C2
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Display Resolution   1024 x 768 pixels
Weight52.9 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   720p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Display Resolution   1024 x 768 pixels
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1
Audio Type   Surround
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 10 Watt
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
Closed Caption on Mute   With Closed Caption On Mute
Width40.6 in.
Depth3.7 in.
Height26.1 in.
Weight52.9 lb.
UPC885170003095
Family LinePanasonic VIERA


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Sony PFM-42V1

$999.00 to $2,060.00



This 42 Plasma monitor is stylish and rugged. PFM42V1A/S is equipped with a WVGA panel (852 x 480 pixels), a 7W digital audio amplifier and picture and picture (1 video and 1 pc) capability.This is a 42 plasma display. This display is intended for high altitude use/locations. This display is available with a silver bezel only.Minimize

Manufacturer:Sony Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPFM42V1SK
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Standard (4:3)
Broadcast Format Displayed   480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Digital TV Standard   EDTV-Ready Television
Display Resolution   852 x 480 pixels
Weight59.5 lb.
Digital TV Standard   EDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view EDTV signals.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Built-in Tuner   NTSC • PAL • SECAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio4:3 Enhanced, 14:9 Enhanced
Display Resolution   852 x 480 pixels
Pixel Pitch   1.08 mm
Output Color16.8 million colors
Adjustable Color Temperature   With Adjustable Color Temperature
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • DVI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1 • 1 x D-Sub (RGB PC) • 1 x RS-232C • Audio (Mini Jack) x 1
Rear Output ConnectorsAudio (RCA) x 1 • Audio (Mini Jack) x 1
Headphone JackWith Headphone Jack
Audio Type   Stereo
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 7 Watt
Picture in Picture   With PIP
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • German • French • Italian • Spanish
Width40.75 in.
Depth3.38 in.
Height24.88 in.
Weight59.5 lb.
Overall Warranty2 Years
Included AccessoriesRemote Control Batteries • DVI Cable


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Panasonic TC-P42S2


This 42" plasma HDTV features a 600Hz screen refresh rate for crystal-clear images and reduced blurring during fast-action scenes.


Panasonic TC-P42U2


Panasonic's 42-inch VIERA TC-P42U2 Plasma HDTV features a full HD 1080p resolution, 900 TV lines of moving picture resolution, and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity.


Panasonic TC-P42G10


G10 Series Plasma HDTVs meet the high standards set by the Lucasfilm THX Certified Display Program, to faithfully recreate the visual ambience intended by the original movies creators. If you love movies and demand cinema-quality images in your home, this is the HDTV for you.


Samsung PN58B550


As much as we love plasmas' image quality here at CNET, there's no denying that they're power hogs . However, at CES 2009 we've seen several plasma manufacturers showing off new energy-efficient panels. Like Panasonic's NeoPDP plasmas, the Samsung PNB550 series of plasmas claim to consume nearly 50 percent less energy compared to past models. Here are the full details.Minimize