bluecody47 Posted November 11, 2006 Posted November 11, 2006 does anyone know the specs ( contrast ratio ) on the 42" Plasma in the black friday WM ad ? I can't read the model number . Thanks.
ean1879 Posted November 11, 2006 Posted November 11, 2006 does anyone know the specs ( contrast ratio ) on the 42" Plasma in the black friday WM ad ?I can't read the model number . Thanks.No one is sure of the model number. Therefore it's impossible to get such info. We'll have to wait for a better scan or until the real ad comes out.
oscar1961 Posted November 12, 2006 Posted November 12, 2006 42-inch Plasma HDTV 1024x768 (720p)panel resolution. Integrated anolog/digital tuner included, HDMI and component video inputs, Wall mount sold separately. #PDP42V18HA. cant makeout the brand might be
bleyso Posted November 12, 2006 Posted November 12, 2006 bluecody47 this brand might be a plasma made by ilo.
laffnatu Posted November 12, 2006 Posted November 12, 2006 bluecody47 this brand might be a plasma made by ilo. I don't think it's an ilo. I zoomed in and it looks like it starts with a Vio. I believe that I read somewhere in the forum that it was Viore maybe?
mcmc Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 http://www.viore.com/PDP4210EA.htm#2 I think it is alot like this one only the number is different.
LonghornMomma Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 First post here! They have a smaller TV that is a Visco brand. Might be same brand as the 42".
redgtconv Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 It is a Viore model#. It is a new model just made for Walmart. I have never seen this brand, but I read a lot of complaints about a Viore plasma that Walmart sold last BF.
spacemountain Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 I bought the Viore PDP4210EA from Wal-Mart last BF and it has been fine for the money. The parts inside are nearly all made by LG. Conns and CompUSA sold it under the Akai name as a PDP4206EA. Walmart still carries a slightly updated version of it in some stores as an Ilo PDP4210EA for $1049. This years BF version is silver instead of black, HD instead of ED native resolution, and will have an HDMI connection instead of a DVI. The case design and remote look almost identical to last years model. I have read some other folks had problems with the video input board on last years model and Viore/Akai couldn't get the replacement part rendering the set un-repairable. There was mention of a buy back but I am not sure how that worked out. No doubt there are better choices in Plasma panels but if you're dead set on getting a 42" Plasma for under a grand (like I was last year) this may an OK deal. Considering the highly rated Panasonic panels have really dropped in price in the last two weeks I supect the other brands will have to follow. I can't see anyone paying much more than a grand for Maganavox, Sylvania, Zenith, Vizio, etc. panels when the Pannys are now selling for $1300-$1400. It would make sense too that the remaining EDTV panels would drop to the $800 range if entry level HD units are at $1000. I think we are in for a Plasma market correction soon! The cool thing about buying the Viore from Wal-Mart is you have up to 90 days to return it. By then you will know if the prices will drop on the name brand Plasmas. Also, be sure to buy with a credit card that doubles your warranty. Last years Viore had one year in home parts/labor.
jade#1 Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 well last bf when they had the 42 plasma viore 2 were returned one a week later and the other about a week and a half there were limited quantities and my mom wanted one so bad but when we seen the first one she wondered if they would resell it but when she saw the 2nd one she was glad she didnt get it shes bad at taking things back to the store
redgtconv Posted November 14, 2006 Posted November 14, 2006 Costco will be selling the Vizio 42" plasma for $999- on BF. But I agree, a highly rated Panasonic for 1299- is a much better buy.
greengecko26 Posted November 15, 2006 Posted November 15, 2006 From someone on the inside Viore is correct it will be priced around $988 other then that i cant help maybe get more info tomorrow
mcmc Posted November 15, 2006 Posted November 15, 2006 Yes it is a Viore I seen the name on the list of blitz items on the wire. Our store will be getting 8 of them. Again I think it is similar to the one I posted in an above post only difference is it is being made for wal-mart specificallly.
splitsecond Posted November 20, 2006 Posted November 20, 2006 Have you heard when the info for the secret 8 items will be posted online. I'm hoping someone on the inside will give us the scoop. I also wonder how many will be available online? Yes it is a Viore I seen the name on the list of blitz items on the wire. Our store will be getting 8 of them. Again I think it is similar to the one I posted in an above post only difference is it is being made for wal-mart specificallly.
Cannon1 Posted November 21, 2006 Posted November 21, 2006 Ditto on "I bought the Viore PDP4210EA from Wal-Mart last BF and it has been fine for the money." Assume "VIORE" brand again this year. There are specific precautions for the first 100 hours (image burn, etc...) but don't forget about coughing up for a wall mount as well. Have had no problems with, and would buy another but this $$$ isn't well suited for last year technology.
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