Panasonic VIERA U1 Series TC-P42U1 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

by Panasonic

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 40.6 x 26.1 inches ; 55.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 70 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B001UE6M98
• Item model number: TC-P42U1
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #70,706 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Manufacturer's Review (April 23, 2009)
Panasonic's new U1 Series Plasma HDTVs are ideal for sports and movies, with crisp, focused images during fast-moving scenes. With 1080p Full-HD resolution, a multitude of connectivity options, and the convenience of Panasonic's VIERA Link and Image Viewer, the 46-inch TC-P46U1 is a perfect plasma for those looking to break into the benefits of HDTV in style.

Panasonic's new U1 Series Plasma HDTVs are ideal for sports and movies, with crisp, focused images during fast-moving scenes. Click to enlarge or view inputs.

The VIERA Difference
Panasonic VIERA TVs combine high picture quality, smart networking, environmental friendliness, and stylish design. The U1 series features:

• 1080p Full-HD Resolution
• Contrast Ratio: 30,000:1 Native; Infinite Black Panel
• Over 900 Lines of Moving Picture Resolution
• 600Hz Sub-field Drive
• VIERA Image Viewer
• VIERA Link
• 3 HDMI Inputs
• 100,000 Hour Panel Life

Stunning Picture Quality
Time spent with family and friends can be even more exciting when you gather around the 42-inch TC-P42U1. 1080p resolution combines with a 480 Hz processor to bring you exceptional clarity and smooth, fluid motion--even during high-speed action. VIERA HDTVs offer incredible black reproduction, with a rated dynamic contrast ratio of up to 2,000,000:1, so you'll get warm, accurate skin tones, gorgeous greens, breathtaking blues and vivid reds. And now, all of your friends and family can get in on the action thanks to an extra-wide viewing angle that provides an excellent view from almost anywhere in the room.

The advanced AR filter keeps images sharp, with minimal glare.

View breathtaking images with rich, vivid colors from anywhere in the room.

600Hz Sub-field Drive gives you even greater clarity with motion images.

Wide Color Viewing Angle
View breathtaking images with rich, vivid colors from anywhere in the room. Because plasma TVs are self-illuminating, images look beautiful from any angle. Black areas do not fade, and colors look virtually the same no matter where you sit.

600Hz Sub-field Drive
600Hz technology lets you view superb full-HD motion and still images with 1,080 lines of resolution. For even greater clarity with motion images, Panasonic uses its own unique image-analysis technology. This technology converts the motion in each scene into data. And each frame is practically displayed for a shorter length of time than in previous systems, to reduce aftereffects.

Over 2,000,000:1 High Contrast (Native 30,000:1)
New VIERA models incorporate an improved panel production process and the new Real Black Drive system. A pre-discharge control system, the Real Black Drive system achieves next-generation black reproduction. When you're watching movies, VIERA renders images just the way the director intended, even in scenes where it's difficult to achieve a proper balance of light and dark.

AR Filter
This advanced filter keeps images sharp, with minimal glare. While dramatically reducing reflections from external light, it helps to produce clear images. This filter creates pure, crisp images in a wide range of colors.

VIERA Image Viewer
VIERA Image Viewer makes it easy to watch full-HD images by using the SD card slot. It lets you enjoy high-resolution, full-HD photos and videos with superb image quality and vivid colors on VIERA's large screen. Simply insert an SD card into the SD card slot to show your photos and full-HD videos on the large screen!

• Shoot still and motion images with a digital camera or HD camcorder.
• Insert the SD card into VIERA's card slot
• View photos and motion images in full-HD quality on VIERA's large screen.

With VIERA Image Viewer, simply insert an SD card into VIERA to display photos and full-HD videos on the large screen.

Network Your AV Devices, Quickly and Easily
With VIERA Link, you can control your compatible Panasonic DVD recorder, Blu-ray Disc player, home theater sound system and HD camcorder, all with a single remote and helpful on-screen menus. VIERA Link is a function that lets you easily operate various AV devices that are interconnected with your VIERA TV, using only the VIERA remote control. You can choose the connection method--either an HDMI cable or a LAN cable--to match your devices and applications. You don't have to keep switching remotes to operate each device, so there's no more hassle and operation is easier than ever. Networking your devices with VIERA Link adds both convenience and fun to AV entertainment.

Exceptional Service
With its lead-free construction, TUF DISPLAY screen, and long lifespan, a VIERA HDTV is a safe,durable and lasting investment in high definition entertainment. Of course, should your VIERA TV ever need service of any kind, you are entitled to the VIERA Concierge program--a free service made available to all VIERA owners to bring peace-of-mind to your purchase. Benefits of this extensive service program include: use of an exclusive toll-free expert hot line, live chat with a VIERA HDTV expert, priority service scheduling, and a personalized VIERA Concierge benefits card.

What's in the Box
Panasonic Viera TC-P42U1 42-Inch Plasma HDTV, Remote control, Remote batteries, AC cord, Pedestal with installation hardware, Cleaning cloth, Operating instructions, Quick setup guide

Product Description

42" Plasma, 1080p, 3 HDMI, Native contrast ratio 30,000:1, Infinite Black Dynamic contrast, 600 Hz Subfield Drive

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My First Plasma, August 24, 2009

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Ryan - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic VIERA U1 Series TC-P42U1 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV (Electronics)

I previously owned a bulky 46" DLP but decided I needed a new and smaller TV due to moving into a smaller place. I researched for a while and decided on this television, the deciding factors being 1080p, contrast, and refresh rate. I have to say, I'm very pleased.

This is the first full HD television I've ever owned. After tweaking with the picture I stuck in Wall-E on Blu-Ray and was amazed by the clarity. I realized just how much I'd been missing out on HD with my other TV.

I wish it has a PC input, but you can get HDMI adapters for that. The picture quality of an HDMI connected device looks awesome, but I've noticed it's a little dark with component devices like game consoles as well as cable and HD signal channels. Games look good though, even the Wii looks pretty good. I wish I could have tested out my XBox360 more on this set but it unfortunately broke two days after getting the TV. Figures...

I bought this TV with hopes of getting the best Blu-Ray picture at this price range and I think I got it. At under $900 this TV is a steal.

13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice Set While it Lasted, October 12, 2009

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Keith Thompson (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic VIERA U1 Series TC-P42U1 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV (Electronics)

Loved the TV for the first 90 days. Beautiful picture, decent sound, plenty of connectivity options. Today it wouldn't turn on; the power LED blinked 7 times, then paused, then blinked 7 times repeatedly.
I called Panasonic Customer Service, the guy had me unplug it, wait 2 minutes, plug it back in. Same result. He had me remove it from AC line conditioner and plug directly into wall socket, still dead. He tried to transfer our call to another department but no one answered. He said someone will return our call within 24 hours. Still waiting.
Searching the Internet leads me to believe this problem is fairly common, and that Panasonic Customer Service is not terribly responsive.
Considering my previous Panasonic Viera LCD only lasted about 3 years before developing cloudy gray areas (also common according to my Internet research), I should have thought twice about buying another Panasonic.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Panasonic VIERA 42" Plasma TV, February 18, 2010

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Gjenevieve Desaulniers - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Panasonic VIERA U1 Series TC-P42U1 42-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV (Electronics)

We looked at all kinds of TVs and priced them at several different locations. After carefully reviewing and looking into all the different TVs, we liked this one and were really thrilled to find it at such a low cost in comparison to all the other places we had looked. The TV arrived in perfect condition and it was easy to set up. We love the picture quality. We are really thrilled with this purchase and would recommend it to everyone looking to buy a plasma TV. One of the main reasons we wanted a TV like this was for the 1080p so we could play video games at that high resolution. Our games look awesome on this TV!