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Fantastic TV
After months of reviewing plasma/LCD TV's I was set on buying the Panasonic 60U. Last month Hitachi came out with this native 1080i resolution TV. The picture beats Panasonic in every aspect. Rich blacks and true color will keep any viewer extremely happy. With 3 HDMI inputs, this TV is built for the future. I've only had the TV for a week, but I am very pleased.
I gave it 4 stars because there are better Plasma TV's on the market, but none for the price/value comparison.
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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07/21/2006
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(38 of 38) Users Found This Review Helpful
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awesome value
Pros- Price value is huge,I got mine for about $1,500 after taxes. Nice quality image with 1080i ability, stylish simple design, the swivel base stand is nice, outstanding connectivity choices including 3 HDMIs. The built-in speaker audio is above average for a flat panel, and low volume level isnt an issue. I have digital cable, and all of the non HD programing looked better than expected, while the HD channel viewing pleasures have ranged from very very nice to absolutely jaw drop stunning.
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by A. Freeman can be read at Amazon.com]
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A. Freeman
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12/11/2006
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CA USA
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100%
(18 of 18) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Ultravision Pleasure
Just purchased the Ultravision from CC. Like many of you who are very knowledgeable shoppers, I meticulously researched for almost a month before deciding on this HDTV. My choices was narrowed to three units, the Sony 40" Bravia V2500 1080p LCD, Panasonic 42" Plasma PX60U, and the Ultravision 42HDS69. The Hitachi weighted much better in picture quality or on par with the Sony, sound quality, inputs, and of course the price, $1296 out the door, from price matching policy + 25% refunded of the ...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by L. Yoshinaga "Comp enthusiast" can be read at Amazon.com]
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L. Yoshinaga "Comp enthusiast"
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12/10/2006
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Honolulu, HI
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100%
(15 of 15) Users Found This Review Helpful
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This is the best TV!!!!!
The look of the tv itself it very contemporary and cool (plus it has the stainless steel and a blue power light=)
The picture is unbelievably beautiful! The colors are amazing and the clarity is unbeatable IF you use the HDMI cable.
Don't even try to use the basic component cables, spend the extra 50-100 bucks to get the HDMI cable (doesn't have to be the Monster cable, mine isn't and the picture is still great!)
If you use the HDMI cable, I found that the internal speakers don't ...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by Lindsay Dixon can be read at Amazon.com]
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Lindsay Dixon
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10/13/2006
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Melbourne, FL
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(10 of 10) Users Found This Review Helpful
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I love this plasma
I shopped for months before buying this new Hitachi. It's a great looking set with arguably the best picture available - especially in it's price range. HD images are sensational. And it's loaded with features - 3 HDMI inputs for example - and plenty of options for customizing your viewing preferences. The built in speakers are better than I expected although I will be primarily listening through my home theater audio system. I am very happy with my choice and recommend you give this baby a...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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07/07/2006
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(34 of 35) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Value for money, value for the videophile-in-waiting
I spent 3 months researching TV technologies, products, vendors, store visits etc.. As a former management consultant, I subjected these inputs to rather rigorous analysis on quantitative and qualitative factors. Ended up choosing plasma, and this TV and here's are the top 'likes' with the TV: I wont repeat the oft stated pros/cons of plasma tech per se, but will stick with whats relevant and what you might care about THIS TV!
1. Contrary to popular belief, this TV is rather lightweig...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by Obviously can be read at Amazon.com]
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Obviously
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12/28/2006
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USA
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(14 of 15) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Will never purchase another Hitachi product again!
Before throwing $2,000.00 away, I would suggest contacting Hitachi first and verifying what their warranty covers. We purchased this TV (from another retailer) on December 3rd. On January 27th we discovered a very large crack that looks as if it originated behind the silver strip on the top of the TV, and has expanded in either direction from there.
Per the 1st inital contact with Hitachi, we were told that they only warranty the screens for 30 days(mind you, we also paid $300 for a 3...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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02/04/2007
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(7 of 15) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Ordered My Hitiachi From Amazon on December 16th, 2006...
and I'm waiting.......and waiting......and waiting.......and waiting
I'd write a review if I had the damn unit. Right now, its gotta be one star, since I can only imagine (based on other reviews) how nice this puppy is.
Latest shipment estimate is end of Feburary. 2 1/2 months delivery time?
It could be time to begin to look elsewhere for one of these bad boys.
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by A. Bonino "gameroomfan" can be read at Amazon.com]
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A. Bonino "gameroomfan"
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01/31/2007
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Denver, CO United States
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(6 of 14) Users Found This Review Helpful
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I wished I could write a review!!!
I can only imagine how great this Plasma is. I am waiting and waiting and now it will be around the end of February. Over all this would not be a problem because I really want this model. The issue is their IDIOTIC customer service! They have to be in India or somewhere like that and I do not know how long customers will put up with their ignorance and lack of proper response.
Amazon needs to reassess their customer service, seriously!
Ever time I send a DETAILED email with a simple i...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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02/02/2007
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(4 of 17) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Incredible Value
I've been looking for a few weeks now. My sister has the Panasonic 60U 42 inch, which they paid $2100 for in the summer. That tv is awesome and I think the picture is great. Since the price dropped to $1199, my father bought the 60U, and I bought the HDS69 for $1425 at Boscovs minutes later.
The salesman actually tried to talk me out of the Hitachi and into the Panasonic, saying consumer reports rates it higher and what not.
I chose the Hitachi over Panasonic for a fe...
[Hitachi 42" Plasma Television (42HDS69) review by Aaron M. Siegel can be read at Amazon.com]
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Aaron M. Siegel
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11/28/2006
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Pittsburgh, PA
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100%
(8 of 8) Users Found This Review Helpful
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