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Philips 42PFL9664H LCD TV review

Excellent web-ready 42" set with Perfect Pixel pyrotechnics

Our Score 5

Last reviewed: 2009-11-05November 5th 2009

Price at launch £1,500.00
Product Type LCD TV
Scan Format 1080p
Digital Tuner DVB-T
Analog Tuner PAL, NTSC, SECAM
Number of HDMI Ports 5
Number of SCART Interfaces 2
Product Family 9000
Brand Name Philips
Screen Size 107 cm (42")
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Horizontal Viewing Angle 176°
Vertical Viewing Angle 176°
Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11g
USB Yes
HDMI Yes
Weight with Stand (Approximate) 21.00 kg
VESA Mount Standard 300 x 300
Operating Power Consumption 208 W
Standby Power Consumption 150 mW
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 80,000:1
RMS Output Power 30 W
DLNA Certified Yes
VGA Yes
S-Video Yes
Headphone Yes
Digital Audio Output Yes
Composite Video Yes
Component Video Yes
SCART Yes
Colour Brushed Aluminium
Brightness 500 cd/m²
Comb Filter 3D Y/C
Sound System Dolby
Product Series 9000
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
Features Channel Labeling, Auto Program, Picture in Picture, TeleText, Favorite Channel Selection
Manufacturer Philips Electronics
Product Model 42PFL9664H
Product Name 42PFL9664H 42" LCD TV
Manufacturer Part Number 42PFL9664H/12
Manufacturer Website Address www.philips.co.uk
Marketing Information

Be captivated by the immersive power of ambilight in an ultra thin and slim design. Featuring the stunning perfect pixel HD engine and powerful sound, movies really come to life in your living room.

Package Contents
  • 42PFL9664H LCD TV
  • Tabletop Swivel Stand
  • RF Antenna Cable
  • Power Cord
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Warranty Certificate
  • Remote Control
  • Batteries for Remote Control
  • Legal and Safety Brochure
  • Net TV Brochure
  • Response Time 1 ms
    Speakers Yes
    Weight (Approximate) 18.30 kg

    Product Summary

    42PFL9664H

    Philips 42PFL9664H

    Price at launch

    £1,500.00

    For

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    Excellent picture quality

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    Well specified

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    Great sound

    Against

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    Pricey

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    The odd Freeview wobble

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