Panasonic and J&R have teamed up to offer a couple of exceptional deals this Black Friday on VIERA HDTVs.  You can bring a Panasonic VIERA HDTV home in either a 32-inch LCD version or a 42-inch plasma, for a whole lot less than retail. 

While stock lasts, the 32-inch TC-32LX85 is on sale for $499 with free shipping and the 42-inch TH-42PX80U is just $599.99.  Here are the links:

• Panasonic 32-inch LCD HDTV (TC-32LX85): $499.99 with free shipping
• Panasonic 42-inch Plasma HDTV (TH42PX80U): $599.99  

Note: Both TVs are out of stock as of 10:45 PM on Friday at J&R, however, Sears.com has good deals on the 32-inch and 42-inch models (720p and 1080p), ending Saturday, November 29:

• Panasonic 32-inch LCD HDTV (TC-32LX85): $499 (Sears.com)
• Panasonic 42-inch 720p plasma HDTV (TH-42PX80U): $699.99(Sears.com)
• Panasonic 42-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV (TH-42PZ80U): $899.99(Sears.com)  

A running list of holiday HDTV deals can be found here:

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Both VIERA HDTV models feature 720p high definition resolution as well as built-in digital (ATSC) tuners for use after the February, 2009 Digital Televition (DTV) transition.  They also include three HDMI ports for compatibility with the latest high definition source components such as Blu-ray Disc players and high def cable and satellite set top boxes. 

• Screen Size: 32" Class (31.5" diagonal)
• Compatible Signal Formats: 480p/720p/1080i Resolution
• Contrast Ratio: Up to 10,000:1
• Resolution: 720p (1366 x 768 pixels)
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (Widescreen)
• Brightness: 500 cd/m2
• Viewing Angle: 178-degrees
• Moving Picture Response Speed: 8ms
• Screen Coating/Filter: AG Filter
• Progressive Scan
• Speakers: 2 Full-range x 2 (L, R)
• Audio Output: 20 W (10% THD) (8 ohms, 80 Hz -17kHz)
• Integrated ATSC Tuners
• ATSC / QAM / NTSC Receiving System
• SD Memory Card Slot: (SDHC Compatible)
• Input Ports: 3 x HDMI (1 Side), 2 x Composite Video (1 Side), S-Video, DVI Audio Input, Component Video Input, Audio Input, Digital Audio Out, Analog Audio Out
• Approximate Unit Dimensions: 22.6" (H) x 32.2" (W) x 8.9" (D) with Stand
• Approximate Unit Weight: 35.4 pounds

Treat yourself with the new Panasonic Viera Plasma 42" HDTV, you'll enjoy watching your favorite shows and sporting events on the large 42" screen TV in high-definition. The Panasonic Viera Plasma gives you intense colors and the sharpest images. You can use this to display all your favorite photos from your Digital camera with the built-in SD card slot, giving you your own photo galley inside your living room.

• 42" Class (41.6" diagonal)
• 720p Display Resolution
• 1080i/720p/480p Display from up to 1080p Compatible Signal Formats
• 1024 x 768 Native Pixel Resolution
• 720 lines or more Moving Picture Resolution
• 1000000:1 Dynamic, 15000:1 Native Contrast Ratio
• 16:9 (Widescreen) Aspect Ratio
• G11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma Display Panel Type
• Motion Adaptive 3D-Y/C Digital Comb Filter
• Two Full-range (L,R) Speakers, 20Watt (10% THD)(8ohms, 70Hz-17kHz)
• Integrated ATSC Tuners
• ATSC / QAM / NTSC Receiving System
• SD Card Slot, Photo Viewer
• Input Ports: 3 x HDMI (1 Front), 2 x Analog Audio Input (for HDMI), 2 x Composite Video (1 Front), 2 x S-Video (1 Front), 2 x Audio Input (1 Front) (for Video), 1 x Composite Video output, 1 x Audio Output, 1 x Digital Audio Out
• Approximate Unit Dimensions: 28.6" (H) x 40.2" (W) x 15.2" (D) with Stand
• Approximate Unit Weight: 61.8lbs with Stand

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