This stunning 42" high definition professional plasma display that delivers the elegance and superb image quality for any installation, while providing full integration in an automated environment.With an up to 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 3,072 shades of gradation and industry-leading 16-bit processing, the TH-42PH10UKA delivers significant image quality improvements to produce an unforgettable visual experience. With Panasonic's multi-function input slot system, this 42" flat panel display offers seamless integration in virtually any AV, PC or interactive environment, so it can be used in the widest range of vertical or horizontal display applications. This 42" panel is more light weight (15% lighter than prior models) and more energy efficient, and its ultra-stylish design looks ultra sleek even when the panel's turned off. Panasonic combines the very best in image quality, customization and size selection in its new Professional Series plasma family.The TH-42PH10UKA comes standard with PC Input, Audio Input (for PC), Serial Control (RS-232C) Input, BNC Component Video/RGB Input and Audio Input, BNC Composite Video Input, S-Video Input, and Audio Input (for Video). There is an available slot for an optional terminal board. Or, you can remove the standard boards and mount up to three optional boards.Customer Review: Did I mention this TV fits most 36" cabinets?
With its low profile frame its the perfect solution for those that have invested a little too heavily in entertainment centers for their old 36" direct view TVs. The only downside is that you may have to remove the doors but it will usually fit, and you'll need the optional stand to make this work. Like all Panasonic plasmas, this little unit offers an amazing picture and color reproduction with more settings and display options than you could ever use. The TV also has a built in Zoom feature which comes in handy on special occasions. And the "A" specific industrial model was upgraded with 2 HDMI ports but still has an available slot for adding more HDMI, DVI, or other inputs your system may require. It does have built in component video inputs but they are BNC type connectors so you will need 3 adapters for your RCA type cables before connecting. All in all its a 5 star product from Panasonic. The remote is easy to navigate, the manual is well written and easy to translate, but as you may already know this plasma does not have a built in tuner, so you'll either need a cable or satellite tuner which is not a problem for most people making this a centerpiece in a home theater setup. A word of caution though, HDTV is addictive.....just when you get comfortable with your new 42" Panny you may be struck with a deep regret you didn't go for the 50" model. That happened to me twice, and I am now the proud but TV poor owner of a 42", 50", and 58" Panasonic plasma. 5 Pixels
So you've spent your hard earned cash on a fantastic new HD ready television and spent countless hours setting it up and adjusting the image and sound setting to its very best, but now what? Sure, the standard programming looks great, the picture is clear and you're enjoying having a larger screen to watch the football on or maybe a DVD or two, but you know you aren't getting the full benefit out of your new investment. I mean, you wouldn't buy a Porsch and then only drive it at 25 mph would you?
To make the most out of your TV and to really show off exactly what it's capable of doing, you're going to need a high definition or 'HD' source. You have a few options open to you, such as Blu-Ray discs, but for a high definition experience through a wide variety of programmes and movies you're best bet is to take a look at the new Sky HD service. Currently Sky HD offers around 25 channels that broadcast in HD, in addition to that there are the HD movies too.
With regard to the other standard definition channels that Sky has, I think that these look a bit better than a standard Sky box in terms of picture quality, probably down to the HDMI lead and a bit of upscaling on Sky's part. The picture quality is slightly better on new LCD TVs too as the digital compression doesnt show as much.
Sky HD comes complete with it's impressive Sky+ functionality built-in, which means that you are released from TV schedules. You can watch your favourite TV shows as and when it suits, it frees you from your life being dictated to by television programmes too! You can also series link to your favorite shows so that every episode in the series gets recorded onto your Sky HD hard disk and sits there waiting to be watched when you're ready. Perfect for us busy people to keep up to date with our favourites, especially when you're away on holiday.
If you'd like to find out how to get HDTV in your home, take a look at this guide today. Or if you're looking for a brand new LCD Television, make sure you check out our complete Sony LCD TVs review range before you hand over your hard earned cash for a model that wont meet your expectations!
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