Panasonic's new TH-42PV8H has a 100,000 contrast ratio and 2 HDMI inputs. These features and more like Arch Design make it an excellent Multi-System TV. The Panasonic TH-42PV8 42" VIERA Plasma TV displays all HD resolutions including HD 1080p which offers the highest image quality among high-definition video sources. The VIERA processor receives 1080p video signals in their original format utilizing a 1080p Digital processing chip-set for optimal picture quality. It's 10,000:1 Contrast Ratio shows Blacks and Whites in the most stunning ways. Overall the Panasonic TH-42PV8 is one of the best Value in a 42" Multi system TVs in the market right now. - Inputting and outputting 1080p video signals without altering their natural specifications.
- Up-converts SD video signals to 1080p signals. Delivers pictures as beautiful as those from HD video signals.
- The equivalent of 3,072 steps of gradation express finely nuanced images.
- VIERA LINK can control your entire home cinema system.
| Key Features: - Model: Panasonic TH-42PV8H Multi-System Plasma TV
- 42" Ultra Bright Plasma Display with 100,000:1 Contrast Ratio
- PAL/NTSC/SECAM/NTSC 3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL 60 compatibility
- Tunes TV channels for PAL BG, PAL I, SECAM DK, NTSC M
- This is a multisystem TV. All Multi System TVs in the market do not have a digital TV tuner: What does this mean? To watch digital channels (ATSC Broadcasting in US and DVBT broadcasting overseas) you need a digital source/tuner like a cable box, digital tuner, satellite service, etc. To get the best quality video on this TV you need a source that has a digital connection like HDMI or component.
- 24P True Cinema processor allows you to view blu-ray movies at 24 frames per second (also known as 24hz), the way you see video at the movie theatre!
- Digital Connection for HDTV signals
- Horizontal Arch Design
- Completely Flat Screen
- Super Thin Construction
- Real Black Drive System
- Progressive Scan
- Anti- Reflection Coated Screen
- 2 HDMI Inputs
- 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i, Digital Signal Compatibility
- HDTV monitor: Can support both HDTV and EDTV/SDTV
- 16:9 Wide Screen Cinema Aspect Ratio
- Ultra-Thin Design - Only 3.9" Deep
- Progressive Component Video Input
- Multi-Scanning PC Monitor Support up to 1366 x 768
| Put it Anywhere
The 3.9" deep TH-42PV8H gives you the luxury of choosing between hanging your TV on the wall or placing it on a stand. | Bright and Vivid Picture
The Panasonic TH-42PV8H offers unrivaled picture quality for your viewing pleasure. Thanks to plasma technology you can view images with amazing clarity, brightness, and contrast. The TH-42PV8H can display up to 1,070 million colors and is one of the brightest displays with a contrast ratio of 10000:1. All this leads to a much more vivid television experience. |
| |  | 16:9 Wide Screen
You no longer have to deal with cropped off images while watching some of your favorite movies. With its wide screen 16:9 aspect ratio you can now watch movies in their original format. In fact, the 16:9 aspect ratio is one of the most important aspects of the TH-42PV8H since all future HDTV signals will be broadcast in this format. |
| | | Wide Viewing Angle
The TH-42PV8H offers a completely flat viewing surface with a 160 degree viewing angle. The expansive viewing angle means that you can watch your favorite programs from nearly anywhere in your living room without distortions common to rear-projection TV's or TFT monitors. | Cure for Sore Eyes
Traditionally, video signals are transmitted using an interlacing format where two separate frames are transposed to create one single frame. This results in flicker that can lead to eye fatigue and soreness. This flicker problem is eliminated with the progressive scanning process where video images are transmitted in one single complete frame. The TH-42PV8H is compatible with all progressive scanning signals from high quality DVD players and HDTV decoders, and other high-end video equipment to produce brilliant flicker-free images. | PC Ready
The TH-42PV8H is PC ready. You now have the ability to use your plasma TV with any SXGA, XGA, SVGA, or VGA computer video signals*. With Panasonic's TH-42PV8H you not only have a TV, but a 42" computer monitor as well. | Digital Television for Today and Tomorrow
The Panasonic TH-42PV8H allows you to enjoy your favorite TV programming today while being prepared for the future. The TH-42PV8H is an HDTV monitor and can support both HDTV (1080i and 720p) and EDTV/SDTV (480p and 480i) input signals**. This allows you to enjoy the shows of today, with much better picture quality, and be prepared for the future of HDTV offerings. |
Specifications: | DISPLAY | | Screen Size | 42" | | Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | | Dot Pitch | 1.08 mm | | Contrast Ratio (Normal Mode/High Brightness Mode) | 100,000:1 | | Brightness (Normal Mode/High Brightness Mode) | 260/350 cd/m² | | Displayable Colors | 1070 Million Colors | | Viewing Angle | 160 (Degrees) | | | | SIGNALS | | Synchronization Range | Horizontal Frequency | 15 kHz ~ 68 kHz | | Vertical Frequency | 50 Hz ~ 85 Hz | | Video System | 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i SDTV/EDTV/HDTV*, NTSC/PAL/SECAM | | RGB Resolution | SXGA (1280 x 1024)
XGA (1024 x 768)
SVGA (800 x 600)
VGA (640 x 480) | | INPUT/OUTPUT | | HDMI Input | 2 (1 front, 1 rear) |
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| Composite Video Input | AV1/2/3/4: RCA phono type (3 rear, 1 front) |
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| S-Video Input | AV3/4: Mini DIN 4-pin (1 rear, 1 front) |
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| Audio Input (for Video) | AV1/2/3/4: RCA phono type connectors [L, R] (3 sets rear, 1 front) |
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| PC Input | Mini D-sub 15-pin x 1 (rear) (Audio input for PC: co-use with AV2 audio input) |
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| Component Video Input | AV2/3: RCA phono type [Y , PB/CB, PR/CR] (2 sets rear) |
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| Monitor Out | RCA phono type (1 rear) |
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| Audio Output | RCA phono type connectors (L, R) (1 set rear: |
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| | CONTROL PORT | | RS-232C | D-Sub 9-pin x 1 | | USB | USB B Type x 1 | | | | GENERAL | | Power Supply | AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz | | Power Consumption | 280 W | | Dimensions W/O stand (mm): Width 1020.0 X Height 679.0 X Depth 92.5 Dimensions with stand (mm): Width 1020.0 X Height 727.0 X Depth 327.0 Weight W/O stand (kg): 26.0 Weight with stand (kg): 28.0 |
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