| Screen Size | 42 in. |
|---|---|
| Television Technology | Plasma |
| Supported Resolution | 480p |
| Form Factor | Widescreen |
| Connector Types | Serial, Audio line-in, VGA input, HD component video / RGB input, Composite video input, Component video input, S-Video input |
| Sound Supported | Stereo |
| PC Compatible | Yes |
| Depth | 3.5 in. |
| Height | 25 in. |
| Width | 40.6 in. |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
|---|---|
| Contrast Ratio | 2300:1 |
| Brightness | 650 Cd/m2 |
| Viewing Angle | 160 degrees |
| Display Resolution | 852 x 480 |
| Total Pixels | 408,960 Pixels |
| Broadcast Standards | NTSC, SECAM, PAL |
| Picture in Picture Type | Picture-in-picture (PIP) |
|---|
| Audio Format Supported | Stereo |
|---|
| Multi-Language Menu | Yes |
|---|---|
| Additional Features | On-screen Menu |
| Remote Control | Remote control |
|---|
| Connectors | Audio - Line In (1/8" Mini), Video - 15 pin High-Density D-shell (VGA), Video - 4 pin mini-DIN (S-Video), Serial - RS-232C Standard 25-pin D-shell (DB-25) |
|---|---|
| S-Video Connectors | S-Video input |
| Component Connectors | HD component video / RGB input, Component video input |
| Other Connectors Total (Free) / Type | Audio line-In / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm female, Display / video VGA / VBE / 15 PIN HD D-Sub (HD-15) female |
| Subcategory | Plasma TV |
|---|---|
| Exterior Color | Black |
| Television Type | Plasma panel |
| Warranty Information | 1 year |
| Weight | 72.8 lbs. |
| Also known as | Panasonic PT-42PD2-P, Panasonic 42PD2-P, 42PD2-P, PT-42PD2-P |
The new Panasonic 42-inch (diagonal screen measurement) PT-42PD2-P widescreen display delivers ultra-bright, razor-sharp images from almost any viewing angle. At only 3.5 inches thick, it creates an incredible impact whether they're hung on a wall, built into an entertainment system or placed on their included pedestal stands. This versatile multimedia display is specifically designed to enhance the presentation of digital images. With a brightness level of 650 cd/m2, 16.77 million color-reproduction capability, and extraordinary contrast ratio of 3000: 1 - more than five times higher than the previous 42-inch model - the PT-42PD2-P creates crisp, brilliant digital images that appear almost 3-dimensional.
A cinema-like 16: 9 widescreen display with a wide viewing angle allows the picture to be enjoyed by everyone in the room, regardless of their position. With an array of 852 x 480 pixels, the digital-compatible PT-42PD2-P displays 480i/480p digital video as well as analog signals. The model also features 16W (8W x 2) (20Hz-20kHz, 8 ohms, 10% THD) audio output power and are equipped with multiple A/V input jacks, including S-Video, component video and component audio, as well as a built-in RS232C serial interface and RGB input for versatile multimedia use.
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