Envision AOC A42HD84 Review: 42 ” Plasma HDTV

Up for Review: Envision A42HD84 Plasma TV. It is a high definition plasma TV that costs less than most of the LCDs. A production of Envision Peripherals Incorporated, this model has apt color decoding and perfect video processing with 2:3 pull-down.

Available at most reasonable price, A42HD84 Plasma has a glossy black bezel and built-in Digital ATSC tuner. Its digital screen and high resolution displays clearer and sharper images. Moreover, it features several video inputs that makes various connections possible. You can connect the model to DVD players, video games or even your favorite satellite / cable receiver set-top box and thus enjoy wider entertainment options.

Light in weight, this sleek and glossy model is ideal for your home and office. Capable of producing reasonable deep blacks, A42HD84 Plasma TV is provided with a PC input that has a distinctive look. It’s provided with wide screen angle that permits clear viewing from several angles.

Its black bezels and silver speakers give it a different two-tone look. Adding to its perfect look, are the 10watt speakers that are not placed in the front but at the back of the cabinet and fire upward.

Envision A42HD84 Features and Specifications Review

• Diagonal Size: 42″ – widescreen
• Dimensions: 40.9 in x 9.6 in x 25.2 in
• Weight: 83.8 lbs
• Resolution: 1024 x 768
• Display Format: 720p
• Video Interface: Component, composite, S-Video
• PC Interface: DVI, VGA (HD-15)
• Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Image Contrast Ratio10000:1
• Color Depth24-bit (16.7 million colors)
• Brightness 1100 cd/m2
• Digital TV Tuner: ATSC, 8-VSB
• Analog TV Tuner: NTSC
• Remote Control: Remote control – infrared
• Power: AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
• Multi-channel Preview: Picture-in-picture (PIP)
• Speaker System: 2 speakers

An invention of Envision Peripherals Incorporated (a Computer monitor maker); A42HD84 plasma TV is provided with DVI input that makes it an ideal match for a PC. Moreover, its superior image quality makes it good enough for PowerPoint. The model is also provided with superior quality speakers that produces clear and powerful sound.

The greater contrast ration and high brightness level makes the bright material on DVD appear decent. Some of the reviews on A42HD84 state that the set has good color saturation and every detail of the picture appears fine. However, some of the reviews have also brought out some of the issues related to the model like absence of preset picture modes and selectable color-temperature settings. Some even complained of limited connectivity.

Barring few exceptions, A42HD84 is one of the plasma TVs that offers good performance at the most reasonable rate. So, all those who want to enjoy high definition viewing, A42HD84 is a good option for you.

YouReviewElectronics.com gives Envision A42HD84 8/10 stars!