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Panasonic TH-42PD25U/P 42" EDTV Plasma TVThe VIERA plasma line features new designer cosmetics a fully integrated ATSC tuner for high definition reception built-in CableCARD slot...
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The VIERA plasma line features new designer cosmetics a fully integrated ATSC tuner for high definition reception built-in CableCARD slot Panasonic was the first manufacturer to receive certification from CableLabs for an integrated digital television set DTV that connects directly to cable television systems and receives digital services without requiring a set-top box and HDMI High Definition and Multimedia Interface input The Panasonic TH-42PD25U/P42 diagonal screen EDTV Integrated ATSC tuner SD slot 4000:1 contrast ratio HDMI input 3/2 pulldown two-tuner P-I-P
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The logical choice
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Pros: contrast, sound, price
Cons: none
The Bottom Line:
The picture and price are both the best in the industry. There is no reason to buy anything else.
I reviewed many different TVs. I first had to decide what kind of TV I wanted. After narrowing the search down to a plasma, then I was able to start with the cost benefit analysis. When I was through, the Panasonic 42" EDTV was the clear winner. It is a beautiful screen. It is every bit as good as the Sony and it was less than half the price. The sound is great. I didn't have to require my whole house just to get audible content. I think the programming is easy, but my wife still can't figure out how to play a DVD. It's not all her fault because this TV is very flexible with lots of inputs. I didn't help matters by buying a VHS/DVD combo unit.
The contrast and black background make this unit stand out. The pricing that blows the socks off the competitors almost makes me think that they are low-balling to knockout the competition. But that's OK by me since I get to enjoy an awesome piece of tech for a low, low price.
I could only just barely tell the difference between the ED and HD on resolution and I was looking really hard. I didn't see how that could justify an additional $1,000.
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