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The Panasonic TH-42PZ77U 1080p 42" plasma TV ($1799.95) was announced on September 6th, 2007 along with the 50" version, TH-50PZ77U ($2799.95), expanding their lineup of Full HD plasmas to 8. These models were released relatively soon after the release of their predecessors, the TH-42PZ700U and TH-50PZ700U. The most notable differences are an increase in contrast ratio to 10,000:1 because of an effective anti-glare coating on the screen and a price drop of $200.

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Excellent anti-glare coating on screen
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High 10,000:1 contrast ratio
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$200 cheaper than previous model
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No PC input
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Only 2 HDMI inputs compared to 3 on the PZ700U
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Features

  • 42" 1080p plasma; 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • 10,000:1 contrast ratio (up from 5000:1 in TH-42PZ700U)
  • 2 x HDMI, 2 x component, 3 x S-Video (1 on the sie)
  • Anti-glare screen for removing glare from in-room light sources
  • EZ-Sync HDAVI control of all home theater devices over HDMI interface
  • SD memory card slot
  • weight: 92.6 lbs
  • $1799.95 ($200 cheaper than TH-42PZ700U)

The TH-42PZ77U features what Panasonic calls "EZ-Sync" HDAVI control allowing you to control other home theater components from single remote by leveraging the new HDMI standard with control signals sent over the HDMI cable.

The TH-42PZ77U is now available in stores begining mid-September and retails for $1799.95. There is a cheaper model, the Panasonic TH-42PX77U ($1499.95), that features similar specifications and features except, that although it support 1080p, its native resolution is only 1024 x 768.

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9 comments about Panasonic TH 42 PZ 77 U

1.  avatar Erik  Sep 25, 2007 2:50pm

It's tough to wrap your mind around all of the Panasonic plasma offerings because of their ridiculous numbering conventions. TH-42PX77U looks a lot like the TH-42PZ77U looks a lot like the TH-42PZ700U. Gizmodo has an interesting post about confusing product spam.
2.  avatar jmoffatt  Oct 07, 2007 7:44pm

Manual is not fully populated with auxillary product codes. I was unable to program the remote to operate my Pioneer receiver (that operates my Bose surround system). No code available.
3.  avatar meNNis  Oct 08, 2007 1:45pm

The internet may be able to help you out there... there are code sites that can usually help you, if you search well enough.... www.google.com would be my recommendation
4.  avatar Omar  Oct 08, 2007 5:49pm

No need to be snide now :P www.avsforum.com is also another great site to find detailed information, or you could just ask it here!
5.  avatar jmoffatt  Oct 18, 2007 5:15pm

I found what I needed at www.hifi-remote.com.
Thanks
6.  avatar jmoffatt  Oct 27, 2007 11:08am

By the way, I love my TV. The picture is great. Very clear and sharp. Once you get used to the menu it is easy to use. Not perfect, but certainly do-able.
7.  avatar Omar  Oct 27, 2007 11:24am

That's great to hear. And might I say that I'm supremely jealous
8.  avatar sublimeswinger  Nov 26, 2007 5:57pm

I got a Great deal on this TV at Best Buy. I had to wait a week for Direct TV to come set up my new HD receiver, but once they did, OH MY! Football on this TV looks better then being there! Sports Look Awsome! The HD channels are intense! The picture is so clear it looks like your there! I'm a big Sony guy,(thats an Understatement) and was going to get the 46" LCD. It took alot of selling on there part for me not to get a Sony, But im glad i went with this unit! Not only did i save $800, but it looks beter then my friends Sony. He came over and was amazed. I have been looking at HD TV's for over a year and for the cost, This is by far the best deal i have found. I am not dissapointed in my purchase!
9.  avatar neilson23  Dec 05, 2007 8:00pm

Just got my new panny! Got an unbelievable deat at Sears. Only problem was that I had to wait 2.5 weeks for the product to actually be available for pick up. So glad that it is finally here though. This is my first HD tv. Does anybody have any good tips on caliberating this set? Have you found any specific caliberating settings that work best to your liking? Any guideance would be greatly appreciated.
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    Key Features:

    Display Size 42 "
    Display Technology Plasma
    Manufacturer Panasonic
    Native Resolution 1080p
    Price $1,800.00
    Product Line TH-PZ77U
    Release Date Sep. 6, 2007
    Video Inputs HDMI

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    7113 views and 55 edits (see all)
    Created: 09/25/2007 - 13:19
    Modified: 04/06/2008 - 16:00
    Model # variations:

    TH, 42, PZ, 77, U, TH42, 42PZ, PZ77, 77U, TH42PZ, 42PZ77, PZ77U, TH42PZ77, 42PZ77U, TH42PZ77U