| Panasonic TH-42PZ700U 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV |
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| Brand: Panasonic
Customer Rating:  79 Reviews
List Price: $1,999.99 Our Price: $1,422.67You Save: $577.32 (29%) Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features
- 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- 4096 Shades of gradation
- 2 HDMI Inputs
- Built-in SD Card Memory Slot
- GalleryPlayer Capable
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Product Description
Panasonic, the leader in high definition and Plasma TV, shows an exciting new direction with its first Full High Definition 1080p 42" plasma television, further demonstrating its leadership in big screen Plasma entertainment. Today, the sports and high-definition movies that drive the demand for high-definition viewing, require blacker blacks, faster response time, and the millions of colors that Panasonic Plasma screens deliver. The TH-42PZ700U features an SD Memory Card slot with Photo Viewer that transforms the plasma into a digital photo gallery. By utilizing high definition images available for purchase from GalleryPlayer that are embedded on SD cards, the consumer has access to thousands of images ranging from art masterpieces to dazzling photographs. GalleryPlayer's content partners include National Geographic, MoMA, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The New York Times and Time-Life. Resolution - Full HD - 1920x1080 Colors - 29 Million Colors Aspect Ratio - 16 - 9 Features - Full HD 1080p Native Resolution Built-in NTSC/ATSC/QAM Tuners for Analog and Digital Broadcasts (Requires Antenna for over-the-air broadcasts) EZ-Sync HDAI Control /2 HDMI Inputs / Contrast-Ratio - 5000 - 1 1 Year Warranty
Amazon.com Product Description
The Panasonic TH-42PZ700U 1080p Plasma HDTV sports a 42-inch plasma screen with 1080p resolution for a crystal clear viewing experience. It will feel right at home as the centerpiece of a home theater setup. An Understated Beauty
The TH-42PZ700U does not look like it's trying too hard. Instead, it lets the big screen speak for itself. The glass is surrounded by a thick glossy black bezel on all sides, with a door on the bottom to keep controls out of sight. Another hatch hides a slot for SD memory cards. Speakers--matching in color and barely noticeable--are set on both sides of the display. The understated look would be an elegant addition to any decor. 
The understated elegant looks of this Panasonic HDTV will fit in with any decor. View larger. | 
The TH-42PZ700U has connections for all your home theater components. View larger. | Outstanding Performance
The TH-42PZ700U is 1080p, meaning it has a full 1920 x 1080 resolution, the highest HD resolution available for the clearest and sharpest picture. Because of its plasma display, the black levels are deep and the uniformity of brightness is superb. The unit has 4096 shades of gradation and has up to a 5000:1 contrast ratio. Video noise reduction circuitry and a digital comb filter make sure the picture on screen is always optimal. The TH-42PZ700U will upconvert any signal you feed it and display it at 1080p. Connections
On the back, the TH-42PZ700U features two HDMI inputs, two component inputs, two composite inputs, and two S-Video inputs. Hidden beneath panels in front is another composite and S-Video input, a component video input, and a slot for SD cards. Insert an SD card filled with photos and you can watch a slide show with the built-in Photo Viewer software. TV as an Art Gallery
The TH-42PZ700U includes GalleryPlayer software you can use to display high-definition art and photography on your TV. A free collection of images is included so your television can display art even when it's not on. One-Touch Convenience
When you use the Panasonic EZ-Sync technology to connect to other compatible EZ-Sync devices via the HDMI connector, you get one-touch control over all your home theater components. For example, with one touch of a button, you can turn on the DVD player, turn on the receiver, and set the DVD player as the source while also adjusting the sound level, turn on the TV--which will accept the input signal--and play the DVD. Instead of fumbling to find all the right buttons, you can watch your movies without wondering how to set everything up. The TH-42PZ700U is backed by a 1-year limited warranty for parts and labor. What's in the Box
TH-42PZ700U plasma HDTV, remote control (with batteries), AC cord, pedestal, two cable clamper, and antenna adapter.
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| Customer Reviews Read 74 more reviews...
mine just broke... December 20, 2008
Juan Stampino (Iraq)
ive had this tv for a little over a year now. i watch it almost every day for an hour two at night. just a few days ago it stopped turning on. the right light blinks a few times but no screen or sound. ive been researching the problem to find it is a common problem in this tv... many breaking before or at the one year mark. its apparently and overheating problem that this model has. i would not recommend buying this tv unless you want to risk a broken tv after only one year of use.
Model has power source issues December 6, 2008
C. Thomas (Houston, TX United States)
Jan 09 update: Fortunately Panasonic granted me a concession for the repairs and I am waiting for the set to be returned. Parts for the repair (new panel and SD box) would have been over $1400.
I purchased this plasma in Nov 2007 after reading reviews here and on Consumer Reports. Two days ago, and one week after the warranty expired, the TV just went off. As another reviewer noted, the on/off light flashes 7 times. Called Panasonic and of course their reps treated this as an 'unusual problem.' If you do buy this model, elect for extended warranty. The bargain basement price isn't really so good when you're looking at spending several hundred dollars to replace parts one year + one week later.
Worked well until it died... October 11, 2008
J. Pajk (Toledo, OH)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I had this TV for 1 year 1 month and now it will not turn on. It had very good reviews and I got a killer deal on it but now it doesn't work. I woke up this morning and hit the power only to have it flash 7 times at me. By doing an internet search for "panasonic power light flash" you can find that 7 flashes mean that internal boards need to be replaced. The manufacturer warranty is only 1 year so I find it convenient that this happened on month outside the warranty. If you buy this TV I hope you also buy the extended warranty that some places offer.
Perfect Fit September 1, 2008
J. Ruggles
Love the picture quality. 42" is a bit unusual size and worked for me. I have somewhat complex connections besides Cable with DVR I have my iPod, DVD recorder, even a VCR! No problem. Ipod sounds great coming through the speakers.
Fantastic TV! July 28, 2008
The Zs (Massachusetts)
I've owned the 50" version of this TV (TH-50PZ700U) for about 2 years now and it's superb. The HD picture is excellent, and standard digital looks much better than on any LCD. So when I started looking for a 42" for our bedroom, I wanted something in the same league. While waiting for Panasonic's newest version (TH-42PZ800U) to come down in price, I found a great deal on a Toshiba LCD. No matter what I tried I couldn't get the standard channels to look anything like my Panasonic. The black levels weren't at all up to par and even the HD channels weren't sharp.
After returning it, I saw an awesome deal on the TH-42PZ700U refurbished from Amazon Warehouse. It arrived quickly and might as well be new. And the picture is just as amazing as that of my other TV. Don't know what I was thinking trying out others. Maybe the new line of Panasonics has higher contrast ratios and four speakers, but the picture and sound of this TV are more than adequate for me. For larger TVs (42" and above), I still prefer plasmas for their realistic colors and black levels. Of all the plasmas, this Panasonic has to be at the top of the list even though it's not the latest model!
| Product Specifications
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Display Size: 42
Shipping Weight (lbs): 88.8
Dimensions (in): 43 x 5.4 x 27.2
MPN: TH-42PZ700U
Model: TH-42PZ700U
UPC: 037988241620
EAN: 0037988241620
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