Specifications

Panasonic Monitors At A Glance
PT-42P1
VIDEO MONITORS
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The Finest Picture Quality Ever
Achieved in a Plasma Display
The PT-42P1 is the result of Panasonic's efforts to re-engineer the conventional plasma
display panel from the ground up. The newly developed Asymmetrical Cell Structure
Panel, advanced Plasma Al (Adaptive Brightness Intensifier) technology, and Dual
Scanning Method have solved the picture-quality problems of conventional plasma pan-
els. Boasting superior image quality rivaling that of CRTs, the PT-42P1 delivers extremely
vivid whites (11,000K) with unprecedented brightness (550 cd/m
2
panel brightness, 350
cd/m
2
set brightness) and superb 550:1 contrast.
Plasma Al (Adaptive
Brightness Intensifier)
Plasma display panels control brightness by
regulating the discharge cycles (time).
Conventional plasma displays suffer from
insufficient peak brightness in dark scenes.
resulting in images that are less dynamic
than those of CRTs. Panasonic's unique
Plasma Al automatically increases the num-
ber of discharge cycles (time) to achieve a
dramatic improvement in peak brightness.
The PT-42P1 is about 40% brighter at
peak levels than conventional plasma dis-
play panels—about the same as CRTs—for
extremely dynamic viewing. By expanding
the dynamic range of all images—from
black to white peak—The PT-42P1 deliv-
ers crisp, natural, easy-to view pictures.
Asymmetrical Cell
Structure Panel
The PT-42P1 employs a unique asymmet-
rical cell structure panel that achieves both
high brightness and crisp whites —a com-
bination previously not possible. The
asymmetrical arrangement of the red, blue
and green cells that control color reproduc-
tion results in a dramatically improved
light-emitting balance of the three primary
colors. This enables reproduction of very
pure whites while maintaining a high level
of brightness. The use of new phosphors
with superior light emission characteristics
and improvements to the cell wall structure
also greatly enhance brightness and con-
trast. Together, these technologies enable a
new level of plasma performance, putting
the PT-42P1 is in a class by itself.
Dual Scanning Method
By separating the display panel into top and bottom halves and scanning both simultane-
ously, the Dual Scanning Method increases the number of scan cycles per unit of time.
This raises the light output, resulting in a brighter sharper image.
Multimedia Applications
■ Equipped with Y/PB (CB)/PR (CR) com-
ponent video input terminals for full
compatibility with 480i, 480p, and
1080i signal formats. The PT-42P1 lets
you take advantage of the superior pic-
ture quality available from today's most
advanced delivery systems.
■ Also has composite and S-Video inputs.
There is a 15-pin RGB port for display
of VGA and compressed SVGA signals
for multimedia applications.
■ Operation can be controlled by a PC via
the PT-42P1's built-in RS-232 serial
interface. In addition to controlling all
major display functions, this interface
makes it possible to control a variety of
sources as a single system. This elimi-
nates the complicated operation typically
involved with multi-source applications.
Slim, Lightweight Design
■ The PT-42P1 offers the powerful viewing
impact of a 42-inch-diagonal screen in a
unit that’s only 3.5'' deep and weighs
only 73 lbs. The lightest device of its
kind, the PT-42P1 delivers incredible
performance from an ultra-thin body.
■ A newly developed power supply circuit
combines with improvements in the
panel's light-emitting efficiency to reduce
power consumption, while increased
heat-dissipating efficiency eliminates the
need for a fan. The result is higher over-
all efficiency and a quieter environment.
■ Using the optional accessories you can
install the PT-42P1 in places you never
before imagined having a large-screen
display. On-screen menu and supplied
remote make picture adjustment a snap.
Optional Accessories
TY-SP42P1 Detachable Stereo Speakers
TY-ST42PT1 Pedestal
TY-ST42PW1 Wall Stand
TY-ST42PF1 Mobile Stand
TY-WK42PV1 Wall Hanging Bracket
TY-WK42PR1 Wall Hanging Bracket
(angled 0-20°/5-step adjustment
Dimensions (WxHxD) Weight (lbs) Voltages
BT-S901Y 8-3/4 x 9 x 17-5/16˝ 15.5 120v AC, 50/60Hz
BT-S915DA 8-3/4 x 12-7/8 x 9.5/32˝ 15.9 120v AC, 50/60Hz
DT-1300MS 15-7/16 x 14.3/32 x 16-5/32 27.6 120v AC, 50/60Hz
BT-H1350Y 13-5/8 x 13-1/8 x 16-3/16˝ 35.7 100-240v AC, 50/60Hz
BT-M1950Y 17-3/4 x 17x 20-1/8˝ 66 100-240v AC, 50/60Hz
DT-M3050M 31-1/2 x 21-5/8 x 21-11/32˝ 127.9 120v AC, 50/60Hz
PT-42P1 40.6˝ x 25˝ x 3.5˝ 72.8 120v AC, 50/60Hz