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Panasonic TX-26LXD80 review

Panasonic leave us thoroughly underwhelmed with this modest LCD

Our Score 3

Last reviewed: 2008-12-18December 18th 2008

Price at launch £490.00
MPN TX26LXD80
Colour Black
Dimensions 700 x 489 x 204
Features 8,000:1 High Contrast / Smart Networking with VIERA Link and SD Card Slot (JPEG) / V-Audio / 24p Playback / Horizontal Arch Design
Weight (kg) 15
1080p Output Yes
1080p/24 Output Yes
720p/1080i Output Yes
Additional Features 1080p Resolution via HDMI only
Aspect Ratio 16:9
CI Slot Yes
Comb Filter 3D Combfilter
Digital Text Yes
Display Resolution 1366 x 768
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Yes
Freeview Yes
HD Ready Yes
HDMI Ports 3
Inputs HDMI Input x3 (2 rear, 1 side) / Composite Video Input x1 (Side) / S-Video Input x1 (Side) / Audio Input (for Video) x1 (Side) / PC Input x1 (Back) / Component Video Input (Back) / Audio Input x1 (for HDMI/PC Input) (Rear) / SCART / SD Memory Card slot
Max Power Consumption 98
Max Supported Resolution 1366 x 768
Progressive Scan 1080p Compatible
Remote Control Yes
Tuner Yes
Tuner Details DVB-T Tuner
Widescreen Yes
Display Size 26
Display Standard WXGA
Display Technology LCD
Flatscreen Yes
LCD Progressive Scan Yes
Speakers 20 W (10 W x 2), 10% THD
Viewing Angle (Horizontal) 160
Viewing Angle (Vertical) 150

Product Summary

TX-26LXD80

Panasonic TX-26LXD80-Main

Price at launch

£490.00

For

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Good Freeview performer

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Excellent connectivity

Against

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Slightly drab looks

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Too expensive

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