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The 42" Panasonic TH-42PX600U features a contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and can display over 3,000 shades of gray at a screen resolution of 1366x768. It features 2 integrated subwoofers, 2 tweeters, and 31 watts of total power. 2 HDMI connectors, 3 composite video inputs, 3 S-video inputs, a mini VGA connector, as well as many others. Split-screen picture-in-picture, and integrated TV Guide onscreen program guide.

Other features include an integrated CableCard slot and a built-in HDTV tuner allowing you to revieve over-the-air HD broadcasts.

Plasma TV Buying Guide.com - August 2006: On the Panasonic TH-42PX600U, Paul Doran writes ".. As is made evident by the Unforgiven HD-DVD, the quality of high-definition content on the 42PX600U is unparalleled. When we auditioned conventional DVDs including Kill Bill, part I in Progressive-Scan 480p, we saw similar sharp, detailed pictures with excellent contrast, but obviously not to the extent of the HD-DVD. It is important to note that the 42PX600U does not display the visual artifacts easily noticeable on lower-tier plasma displays with a conventional input source. Despite the upconversion necessary to display a 480p picture on a 1024 x 768 HDTV screen, we never noticed any edge artifacts or jagged motion on the PX600U."

Home Theater Mag.com - September 2006: On the Panasonic TH-42PX600U, Shane Buettner says: ".. This is a loaded plasma that even a curmudgeon can't find a nit to pick with!".

HDTVUK.com: On the Panasonic TH-42PX600U, HDTVUK.com reports ".. As you would expect, Panasonic has successfully reduced nearly all the image quality problems commonly associated with Plasma to a barest minimum, leaving you with a clear, crisp picture that remains smooth and sharp even during fast moving scenes. Standard definition video also holds up well with only a few problems popping up in lower quality content."

Reviews-Plasma-TV.com: On the Panasonic TH-42PX600U, ReviewsPlasmaTV.com writes: ".. The Panasonics are known for outstanding picture quality and great detail with different shades of black. If you were to spend some extra money to buy the TH-42PX600U over the TH-42PX60U, you would get the extra PC Input , TV-Guide EPG and a cable card slot.".






PANASONIC AFFIRMS ITS INDUSTRY-LEADING POSITION WITH INTRODUCTION OF 2006 PLASMA LINE-UP

  New Line Includes   65-Inch 1080p Plasma TV
  LAS VEGAS, NV (January 4, 2006) " Panasonic, the leader in high definition and plasma TV, once again demonstrates its commitment to excellence by expanding upon its 2005 award-winning plasma line-up with the introduction of six new HD plasma TVs, including a spectacular 65-inch (diagonal screen measurement) 1080p TV.

  The 2006 line builds upon the superior quality and reputation Panasonic has established with exciting new picture improving technologies in the flat-panel display arena for almost a decade.   Additionally, the entire HD plasma line has been redesigned with stunning cosmetics, nearly invisible built-in speakers (except TH-65PX600U) and a new panel, taking picture quality to a whole new level.   Other standard features include an SD memory card slot, integrated NTSC/ATSC1/QAM tuners, HDMI inputs with HDAVI Control function and front A/V jacks for easy connection to camcorders.

  The new plasma panels are capable of reproducing up to 3072 levels of gradation, enabling an equivalent 29 billion displayable colors.  Panasonic's HD plasmas boast a maximum contrast ratio of 10,000:13, assuring the blackest blacks and whitest whites, all of which adds up to a spectacular picture with high resolution and outstanding color reproduction.

  "This past year, one of the country's most respected consumer publications rated Panasonic's HD and ED 42-inch plasma sets at the top of their categories," said Andrew Nelkin, Vice President of Panasonic's Display Group.   "Panasonic is escalating plasma panel production and development, expanding our efforts to provide consumers with the quality and innovation they have come to expect from our brand."

  The TH-65PX600U is the flagship of Panasonic's new plasma line with an incredible resolution of 1920 x 1080P. This 65-inch model is joined by two native resolution, HD models, the TH-50PX600U and TH-42PX600U.   All include advanced features such as a TV Guide On-Screen „¢ Electronic Program Guide, PC input and a CableCARD2 slot - a feature that eliminates the need for a separate set-top box to receive HD signals via cable.

  Rounding out Panasonic's HD line includes models TH-50PX60U, TH-42PX60U and TH-37PX60U. A new feature in 2006 to this line, the SD Memory Card slot with Photo Viewer4 , allows consumers to take an SD card directly from a digital still camera or camcorder and insert it directly into the TV, making it fast and easy to enjoy slide shows of their favorite photos on the big screen.   Completing the line is the TH-42PD60U, an ED set with a resolution of 852 x 480p.

  Panasonic dominated the plasma TV market throughout 2005 and fully expects to continue its success in 2006.   "Throughout much of 2005, one out of every two plasmas sold in the United States was a Panasonic model," noted Nelkin.

  "Panasonic is well-positioned to strengthen its leadership status," said Nelkin.   "With the recent opening of a new factory in Japan, our production capacity is expected to reach about 5 million panels per year in 2006.   From R&D to the manufacturing of panels and electronics, to control of the production process, Panasonic is setting the benchmark from start to finish."