The Plasma TV Blog

When you are shopping for a Panasonic Plasma Television, you are likely to be overwhelmed by the plethora of features that not only can confuse you as to what is needed and what is not, but also add considerably to the cost. The 42PX6U could be considered the basic package. This is no small thing, however, as in the area of performance it delivers. It is capable of progressive scan in 480p and 720p formats and has a pixel count of 1024x 768. With a contrast ratio of 10,000:1, it puts out the remarkable picture quality that is the hallmark of plasma televisions. It can produce a maximum of 29 billion colors with 3,072 shades of gradation.

There are no front inputs and outputs on the 6U package, but there is a full set on the back led by two HDMI inputs that allow one cable connection. Connection inputs and outputs for Composite Video, and S-video, as well as audio are included. The V-Chip Program Lockout allows parents to block programming if they wish. Two surround sound speakers with 20 watts of output power match high quality sound to the high quality picture.

A Pedestal Stand is included along with a remote control. The unit has a rated power consumption of a modest 390 watts. It has a depth of less than 4 inches, making it easy to find a place to put it. To understand the advantage of the PX6U unit, you need to imagine a high performance automobile. The PX6U does not have the power windows, and GPS direction finder, and a lot of the other luxury extras, but it has the same engine under the hood.