Panasonic PT-42PD2-P Plasma / FLat TV
Beautiful inside and out, the new PT-42PD2-P plasma TV looks like no other television you've ever seen. With a huge 42" (measured diagonally) screen that's a skinny 3.5" deep, this plasma TV weighs in at a mere 65 pounds. But plasma TV's ultra-thin design is only half the picture. You'll also appreciate outstanding picture quality. In addition to a 16:9 aspect ratio with 16.77 million display colors and a wide 160° viewing angle, the PT-42PD2-P is digital ready, with UXGA compatibility to hook up to your PC. A real work of art (which can actually be hung on a wall!), our plasma TV never fails to turn heads.
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How Plasma TV Technology Works
Plasma TV technology owes a debt to the fluorescent lamp. Two glass panels, only 0.1mm apart, each with its own electrodes, make up the plasma TV display. Gas is injected between the panels, and becomes charged when voltage is applied to the electrodes. This "plasma phenomenon" generates ultraviolet rays that strike red, green and blue phosphors, to create the image you see.
Ultra-thin Design
The PT-42PD2-P offers a huge 42" (diagonal) screen that's only 3.5" deep, and weighs in at a super-lightweight 65 lbs. That's just a fraction of the depth and weight of a standard CRT television, and 8 pounds lighter than our previous models! It can even be hung on a wall to save space (optional wall bracket required, model TY-WK42PR1U. See dealer for details.). To help you display your plasma TV monitor, we've included a pedestal stand.
Outstanding Picture Quality
The PT-42PD2-P is our most advanced plasma TV yet. Offering unparalleled visual quality with the highest level of brightness (650 cd/m2) and 16.77 million colors, this plasma TV makes sure your viewing is the best it can be. It also offers a maximum contrast ratio of 3000:1 and the advanced plasma TV brightness intensifier (ABI) that dramatically improves peak brightness. With this feature, our plasma TV displays are approximately 40% brighter at peak levels than conventional plasma TV screens, affording the viewer naturally high levels of contrast
16:9 Aspect Ratio
Today's conventional NTSC TV signals are transmitted with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (the squarish TV picture you are accustomed to). All HDTV and some SDTV signals will be transmitted with an aspect ratio of 16:9 (wide-screen format—like a movie theater screen). HDTV broadcasts are delivered in the exciting, new 16:9 wide-screen format, the same aspect ratio in which movies are made. The screen of the PT-42PD2-P is wider than a conventional TV screen, so it can accommodate this wide-screen format, letting you see movies as the director intended. You'll also get a wider view of sporting events, just as though you were there in person
160° Viewing Angle
The plasma TV's perfectly flat screen eliminates reflections and distortions, affording a wide 160° viewing angle. So viewers seated practically anywhere in the room will be able to enjoy the same dazzling plasma TV picture.
UXGA Compatibility
This digital-ready plasma television is also compatible with UXGA signals, so it can be easily connected to your PC. UXGA offers twice the high-resolution (1600 x 1200) display of SVGA monitors, which display 800 x 600 pixels.
Component Video Inputs (Y, PB, PR)
Component video input consists of the luminance signal (Y) and two separate chrominance signals (PB and PR combined). They produce outstanding resolution and color accuracy in video images. With component video input, the PT-42PD2-P can accept either progressive or interlaced signals from a variety of sources. This model can accept a DVD player, or an optional set-top decoder box (such as the TU-HDS20), for top-of-the-line home entertainment.
S-video Input
S-video input jacks let you connect a digital broadcast satellite (DBS) or DVD player directly to the luminance and chrominance circuits of your plasma TV set. Cross-color interference is virtually eliminated by this method of connection, since color and luminance information is kept separate
Optional Stereo Speakers
We offer optional stereo speakers (model TY-SP42PWD3W. See dealer for details), so you can use the PT-42PD2-P to design your own sound "studio." They are a perfect cosmetic match to the Plasma panel and offer exceptional audio performance
Key Features of the Panasonic PT-42PD2-P include:
- SDTV Compatible (480p)1
- 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- UXGA Signal Compatiblity
- Contrast Ratio 2300:1
- Brightness Level 650 cd/m2
- 16.77 Million Colors
- Advanced Progressive Processing
- Advanced Plasma Brightness Intensifier
- Asymmetrical Cell Structure Panel
- Dual Scanning Method
- Lightweight Design (65 lbs.)
- Ultra-Thin Design (3.5 inches)
- Wide Viewing Angle (160o)
- 8W x 2 Audio Output Power (20Hz – 20kHz, 8 ohms, 10% THD)
- Component Video Inputs (Y, PB, PR)
- A/V Input Jacks
- S-Video Input
- RGB Input for PC
- Computer Audio Input
- RS232C Interface
- Tuner Input Jack
- 7-Language On-Screen Display
- Optional Tuner/Controller (TU-PTA500)
- Optional Detachable Stereo Speakers
Differences between the Panasonic TH-42PWD3U and the PT-42PD2-P Plasma Screen TVs
- The TH-42PWD3U bezel color is charcoal, the PT-42PD2-P bezel color is silver
- The PT-42PD2-P includes a table stand, the TH-42PWD3U offes a table stand as an option
- The PT-42PD2-P is typically a lot more expensive than the TH-42PWD3U
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