| Reviews : Panasonic TH-42PZ700U 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV |
Technical Details
- 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- 4096 Shades of gradation
- 2 HDMI Inputs
- Built-in SD Card Memory Slot
- GalleryPlayer Capable
Product Description
1080p High-Def Resolution for Crisp, Life-Like Details. The extremely high 1920 x 1080 pixel count of this plasma TV allows for its incredible 1080p HD display capability, which provides twice the number of pixels as 720p HDTV displays for superior detail and extraordinary HDTV reproduction.One-Touch Playback: EZ Sync¿ HDAVI Control lets you operate all of your home theater components by pressing a single button on your TV's remote control.Turn Your Living Room into a Gallery: GalleryPlayer® allows you to enjoy the world's finest high definition art and photography on your Panasonic HD plasma TV. Use the free GalleryPlayer® software to purchase and download the images you like, and then play them on your Panasonic HDTV right from your PC. Sign-up is easy and free. Plus, you get a free collection of high definition images to enjoy right away in your home or office.Share Digital Photos on the Big Screen Share your JPEG photos taken with a Lumix® digital camera on your Panasonic plasma using the built-in SD card slot1. Simply insert the SD card, which is about the size of a postage stamp, into the SD slot on the TV and enjoy a photo slideshow with Photo ViewerAmazon.com Product Description
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 piece 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. |
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
By Steven Lee (ny)
Bought this in Feb 2008 and worked fabulously until last week. Other than the amount of heat it put out, I felt that this was close to a top of the line plasma.
I used all of cnet's suggested settings depending on whether I was watching television (cable box attached via HDMI) or movies/playing games (60G PS3 attached via HDMI) and it performed well.
Last week the screen went red on startup, whether there were no inputs plugged in or not. With a signal from either the cable or PS3 the images were severly solarized red. I did my research, thought it might be one of the control panels or lvds cable (big difference in replacement price) and called panasonic. Since I'm off warranty and this is not a known problem, they directed me to authorized technicians.
So I called geek squad. Geek squad thought it might be the digital board, but of course over the phone it's impossible to give an accurate diagnosis. Estimated repair costs would be $500 at least and two visits.
The main problem with this for me is that even with the diagnosis, it's mostly a guess. Geek squad can swap out the board, but if that doesn't do it, you're paying for another part and another visit and (more importantly) more time I should be at work and not taking a day off to deal with this.
With that analysis, I went straight to best buy's website. They have a recycling program to pick up your old television and recycle it responsibly. Bought myself a samsung un40b6000 and told myself the smaller carbon footprint is worth the less than optimal viewing at an angle.
By F. Celestina
though one pixel did die on my set about a year ago the picture quality is amazing...while it lasts. i just had it turn off on me after almost two years and now i find that it won't turn back on unless i spend 300 dollars to repair it.
By Kurosh Nahavandi (MI USA)
Was a superb TV for about 10 months, or yesterday, when all of a sudden the TV turned off - 10 light flashes and repeats -- After searching, it's not looking good. Fortunately it looks like I may still be under warranty - however, this seems to be a systemic problem, and it breaks my heart knowing I've vouched so highly for this set.
Hopefully I'm treated well with service and the problem is fixed in a short manner.
Oh well.
By Janeen Benevent
Had this TV for 14 months and now its dead. Panasonic won't help, this is a common problem with the TV
By 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.
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