Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV

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Product Highlights

  • 1080p Resolution
  • HDMI Input x 3
  • 600Hz Sub-Field Drive
  • THX Certified Display
  • SD Card Slot with AVCHD Playback
  • Delivers Select Web Content

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The Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV is an ideal choice for your digital media entertainment room. This slim, stylish screen has an integrated NTSC/ATSC/QAM tuner, which receives digital, terrestrial and cable signals alike. There are three HDMI inputs for one-cable connection to all your digital games and components.

The TC-P42G10 's crisp 1080p performance is further enhanced by Panasonic's use of AR (Anti-Reflective) Filter technology while action scenes and lightning-fast gaming imagery are judder-free and authentic-looking thanks to the rapid refresh rate generated by the 600Hz Sub-field drive. THX Certification ensures that films are reproduced with the visual integrity of the original. Take center-stage on the big screen with your own photo slide show, thanks to Viera Image Viewer, going directly from camera to TV via the convenient SD card slot.

VIERA CAST adds another dimension of entertainment via a built-in Web interface that is your key to the world of online content.

Three HDMI inputs for digital one-cable connections with HD components
THX Certification ensures faithful film reproduction based on the Lucasfilm standard
600Hz Sub-field drive ensures smooth judder-free HDTV action and gaming
SD Memory Card Slot enables big-screen slide shows of your digital photos and playback of your home videos recorded on a high-def camcorder that uses the AVCHD format
Viera Cast services accessed through your broadband connection include Amazon VOD movies, YouTube videos, and Picasa slide shows. Weather and stock information is also available using the Web interface built into the TV.
Viera Link lets you control all of your compatible Panasonic components with a single remote.
Display
Screen Size (Diagonal) 42"
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Pixel Resolution 1920 x 1080
Contrast Ratio 40,000:1 Native
Refresh Rate 600Hz
Video
Video System NTSC
HDTV Compatibility Yes
TV Scan Lines Up to 1080p
TV Tuner ATSC/QAM/NSTC
Speaker
Sound SRS TruSurround XT
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs HDMI x 3
S-Video x 1
Component x 2
Composite x 2
PC x 1
Stereo Mini-Jack x 1
Stereo RCA Jacks: x 2
LAN x 1
Outputs Headphone x 1
Analog Audio x 1
Optical Digital Audio x 1
Control Port LAN
Convenience
Picture in Picture (PIP) No
Digital Media Slot SD
Menu Language English/French/Spanish
Remote Control Yes
Wall Mountable Yes (TY-WK4P1RW)
Power
Power Requirements 120VAC 60Hz
Energy Star Compliant Yes
General
Dimensions (WxDxH) With Stand: 40.6 x 13.2 x 27.8" (1029 x 334 x 704mm)
Without Stand: 40.6 x 4.2 x 26.1" (1029 x 106 x 661mm)
Weight With Stand: 59.6 lbs (27kg)
Without Stand: 52.2 lbs (25kg)
Cabinet Color Black

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV
 
4.7

(based on 17 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (12)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 3 Stars

     

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great picture quality (11)
  • Attractive (9)
  • Good resolution (9)
  • Easy to setup (7)
  • Good remote control (5)

Cons

  • Poor sound quality (4)

Best Uses

  • Movies (9)
  • Home theater (8)
  • Home (6)
  • Gaming (4)
  • Attached to computer (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (5), Enthusiast (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 17 customers

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4.0

Extremely happy with the Viera P42G10

By Magic Dan

from Des Moines, IA

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Energy Efficient
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Remote Control
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound Quality

Cons

  • Glare

Best Uses

  • Attached to Computer
  • Home
  • Home Theater
  • Movies
  • Video Games

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

We finally took the plunge into HD with this TV. It replaced our old CRT Sony WEGA. The key features I was looking for were all there. Most important was PC Input. Being a computer geek I wanted to plug a computer into the TV and use it as a home theater PC. I can watch HULU, youtube, boxee, and any other form of digital video as well as surf the web and even play games. While, the PC input does not support 1080p resolution, it does support a sufficient resolution for my uses.
My only complaint is VIERA Cast. This feature is definitely not fleshed out very well yet.
VIERA Cast is a cool idea, but it is very clunky and does not work well. I would rather it not be there at all than having it there and not really production ready. This is a minor complaint though as it has nothing to do with how most people intend to use their TVs.

On another note, the build in speakers work very well. We live near a major US interstate, and there is always a constant buzz of the traffic. Our old TV had trouble even when turned up as high as it would go. The VIERA G10 built in speakers compete with the noise very well.

My XBOX 360 works Great on this TV. I can now actually see people before they kill me, now if only I could aim...

There is a slight glare when the sun is shining through the windows at the current angle the TV is at, but it is not too bad.
In all, I give features and quality a B+, but the price earned this TV extra credit, bumping it up to an A-

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5.0

Great TV!!!!!

By Narob, the Nomad

from Naples, FL

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Remote Control
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Poor Sound Quality

Best Uses

  • Bedroom
  • Home
  • Home Theater
  • Movies
  • Video Games

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

Sharp and clear [...]

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4.0

EXCELLENT PICTURE

By BIG FRED

from HARMONY, NC

About Me Power User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Confusing / Bad Remote Controle
  • Poor Sound Quality

Best Uses

  • Home Theater
  • Movies

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

NO PROBLEMS SETUP. THE REMOTE ONLY WORKS TV SET, STILL NEED SECOND REMOTE FOR SATILITE OPERATIONS,VCR, DVD ETC.

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4.0

Great performance and value

By ADL

from NYC

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Confusing / Bad Remote Controle
  • Poor Sound Quality

Best Uses

  • Home Theater
  • Movies
  • Video Games

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

This TV has a great picture and an easy-to-use set-up. The only downside is the sound quality is not as good as it could be.

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4.0

Excellent picture, marginal sound

By RH

from Houston, TX

About Me Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

  • Poor Sound Quality

Best Uses

  • Attached to Computer
  • Home
  • Home Theater
  • Movies

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

Excellent picture, easy to use operation, the sound quality could be better.

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5.0

It's like looking through a window!

By Biff

from Newbury Park, Ca

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Resolution
  • Great bang for the buck
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Reduced Glare

Cons

  • None

Best Uses

  • Home
  • Home Theater
  • Movies
  • Video Games

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

I have waited a long time to join the HD club. Now with a lot of channels available and the reasonable prices of T.V.s our family is now enjoying pretty pictures and sounds.
The Panasonic TCP42G10 delivers a lot for a great price. The THX setting is good for some movies and shows, but not all. You can tweak it to fit your own taste.
It was very easy to set up. Lots of easy access and connectivity.
I would highly recommend this T.V. to my friends or anybody reading this. I'm looking forward to many hours of enjoyment out of it!

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5.0

Great TV, Plus Free BD60 BluRay Player

By JAK

from Boston, MA

About Me Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Remote Control
  • Good Resolution
  • Great black level
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound Quality
  • Great viewing angle
  • Tremendous setup options

Cons

  • Mild glare

Best Uses

  • Bedroom
  • Home
  • Wall Mounting

Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

I can't say enough good things about this tv, but I am also biased to plasma over LCD regardless of glare. It was a great price by itself for this tv and the free BD60 Bluray offer made it a no brainer.

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5.0

Love it!

By Hoss

from Richmond, VA

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Good Remote Control
  • Good Resolution
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Attached to Computer
    • Home
    • Home Theater
    • Movies

    Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

    I am thrilled with this TV. I can't say enough good things about it.

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    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    NOW THOSE ARE BLACKS!

    By Ian

    from Basltimore, MD

    About Me Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Fast Setup
    • Good Remote Control
    • Good Resolution
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Great Sound Quality
    • Reduced Glare

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home Theater
      • Movies

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

      I'm completely happy with the picture on this TV. I've looked at a lot of them while shopping, and even the 240hz lcd's didn't hold a candle to the plasma's. NO motion blur on this, great blacks, you'd have to spend A LOT more to get a better picture and it would only be with a monitor that allowed more picture controls.
      Speakers are just fine for being built in.

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      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      A thing of beauty!

      By VC

      from New Jersey

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

      The picture is better than I expected! It is so clear and crisp. It was clearly the best quality picture for the money. I can't watch a football game on my old TV any more!

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      (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Panasonic TC-P42G10

      By Gordon the Flash

      from Everett,Wa.

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Adjustments are easy
      • Awesome picture
      • Looks Great even off
      • Viera cast is cool

      Cons

      • Enough of the buttons
      • Remote doesn't lite
      • Sound could be better

      Best Uses

      • Watching BlueRay
      • Watching Tv
      • Watching videos

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

      This is an awesome plazma HDTV ! We watch basic tv with it and this tv makes even it look good. But when watching HD channels they look great on this set. When watching BlueRay movies they look incredible on this TV. I'm glad I did my research before deciding on this plazma. It's a fantastic TV and I couldn't be happier with it. I also got a fantastic price [...]

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      (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great TV great experience

      By scottseattlesports

      from Seattle, WA

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

      This TV has an incredible picture for the price! Works great with blu ray, video games and sports in HD. I hung mine on a wall mount and looks incredible. [...]

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      (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Very good product

      By Randy

      from Oklahoma

      Verified Buyer

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

      I had to buy a tv to replace the one that stopped working and this one was always near the top of reviews and with good reason. Excellent picture. Good sound. Menus could be improved some. This tv was less expensive than a new led tv at a store.

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      (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      This an excellent product!

      By Ken

      from Northfield, MN

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Performance
      • value

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • HD channels
        • Movies

        Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

        This plasma TV has met and exceeded my expectations. Based on the CNET testing, I expected great color, easy setup and performance exceeding LCDs. I am not disappointed. This plasma TV with THX and deep color is an outstanding value. [...]

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        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        excellent picture quality

        By Mike

        from Potsdam, NY

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Customer service
        • Picture Quality
        • price
        • Viera cast

        Cons

        • Nothing yet

        Best Uses

        • Watching blu rays

        Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

        [...] After I opened it I realized the tv was broken... on the very left side of the screen a column of pixels were malfunctioning. I called panasonic and they replaced it immediately with no charge to me. The tv has excellent picture quality and the viera cast features are nice. It comes with a THX mode and a video game mode to shift pixels to prevent burn in.

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        (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        PANASONIC VIERA IS NEXT GENERERATION

        By ICEMAN

        from VENTURA, CA 93003

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Internet access

        Cons

        • OUT OF BOX SELECT VIVID

        Best Uses

        • USE AS A PC MONITOR ALSO

        Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

        AWSOME NEW PRODUCT FROM PANASONICS PLASMA DIVISIOGN, THAT ALSO AS A PLASMA TV, AND A SELECT WEB BROWSER TO GET IN UTUBE, INTERNET PICTURES.
        THIS HAS THE 1018P LINE PLAYING ALL THE TIME, EVEN IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A HIG DEFINITION TV BOX YET, AND PICTURE IS GREAT, BUT WHEN HOOKED UP TO A TV BOX WITH HDMI CABLE OUTPUT, FROM TIME WARNER CABLE, DIRETCTV, ECT, THIS TV LOOKS AS IF YOU ARE WATCHIN 3D AND YOU THINK THE IMAGES ON YOUR PANASONIC TV IS SO REAL, YOU CAN ACTUALLY REACH YOUR HAND IN THIS TV, BUY HEY! NOT REALLY, SO DON'T TRY IT.

        MATT ENGEMAN

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        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Superb Value

        By Kyle

        from East Lansing, MI

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Blu-Ray
            • HD Gaming
            • HDTV

            Comments about Panasonic TC-P42G10 42" Class VIERA G10 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV:

            Deep, deep blacks. Connectivity is a plus, not over the top, but the average user will enjoy. Color tweaking is a little cumbersome, but with some fiddling, reproduction is as true as you can find for the value. I would buy it all over again. [...]

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