Philips 42PFL8404H Full HD LCD TV
Philips 42PFL8404H Full HD LCD only £755
Bargain hunters are sure to be quick at checking out the amazing price of the Philips 42 inch we found priced at £769. Today at Pixmania you get this TV at a greatly reduced price. You also save more money when you use their discount code PIXMAYUK14 to buy the 42PFL8404H for £755.00.
Philips 42PFL8404H
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When you buy a TV from Pixmania you get a two year warranty and a 7 day satisfied or your money back guarantee. Not that you’re going to be disappointed with the intense visual and multi-media experience the 42PFL8404H LCD television promises to deliver.
Savings can also be made on TV bundles that include a universal remote control, fixed wall mount, black glass stand and other accessories such as cleaning kits and cables.
A super looking TV with an extremely slender bezel and ultra gloss finish gets the ball rolling nicely in favour of the Philips’ camp. This smoothy with its appealing demeanor boasts a wealth of features including the use of Perfect Precise HD. This powerful processing system is more than a match for rival processing systems.
The Pixel Precise system delivers fluid images and 100Hz technology eliminates any juddering effects in fast action movies. Both standard and high definition pictures are sharp and detailed with colours gloriously vibrant and engaging.
Achieving a cinematic experience has never been so easy thanks to Ambilight Spectra. The set basks in Philips’ picture enhancing feature with pools of light emerging from the sides that can be adjusted to compliment the content displayed on the screen.
Turning to the audio and you find an invisible sound system delivers a total surround sound that does the flatscreen proud. In addition there is healthy diet of connections with 4 HDMIs, DLNA PC network link, Scarts (2 RGB) and Net TV for access to popular online services.
Philips 42PFL8404H Key Features
- HD Ready 1080p
- 42 inch LCD TV
- 100Hz
- Pixel Precise HD
- 24p Playback
- Ambilight Spectra
- 80,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
- 2 x 10W clear sound output
- 4 HDMI
- PC input
This 42 inch model is part of the Philips 8000 series which also includes the following models:
- 32PFL8404H (32 inch)
- 40PFL8664H (40 inch)
- 42PFL8404H (42 inch)
- 47PFL8404H (47 inch)
Philips 42PFL5604H 42″ Full 1080p TV
Philips 42PFL5604H
Philips TVs are known for their high quality picture and at the moment the 5000 series is particular good value. The 42PFL5604H can be found for around £599 making it a superb bargain for a Philips 42” LCD.
Philips 5000 Series
The 5000 series is available in a 32, 37, 42, and 47 inch screens size all of which are Full HD 1080p displays. This means games in 1080p format on your PS3 or xBox 360 will great as well as Blu-ray, Sky HD and Cable broadcasts.
As well as great images Philips are known for great sound quality. Lifelike sound is provided with 2.1 channel surround and subwoofer for deep base. Connectivity on the 42PFL5604H is taken care of with 3 HDMI inputs, 2 scart sockets, PC input and a USB slot for memory sticks.
Picture setup on the Philips is really simple with the setup assistant guiding you through a series of images asking which is better? left-hand or right-hand. It then sets the picture to your preference. The contrast ration on the 42PFL5604 is 50,000:1 giving excellent black levels and vibrant colours that stand out.
Philips 42PFL5604H Key Features
- Pixel Plus HD
- Full HD LCD Display 1920 x 1080p
- 28.9 billion colours
- 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 2.1 channel surround sound
- Invisible speakers
- Easy picture setup
- USB connector
- 3 x HDMI
- PC-input
- Ready for Digital switchover
Other screen sizes in the 5000 series are the 32PFL5604H, 37PFL5604H and 47PFL5604H.
Philips 42 in LCD
Other 42” LCD from philips:
- 9000 series 42PFL9664H
- 8000 series 42PFL8404H
- 7000 series 42PFL7404H
Philips 42” 42PFL7404H Full HD LCD TV
5 Star Philips 42” 42PFL7404H Full HD LCD TV
The 42 inch 42PFL7404H Full HD LCD TV was given a 5 star review & best buy award by what Plasma & LCD TV (issue 74) describing the TV as yielding scintillating results.
At the time the 42PFL7404H was around £850 and highlighted as a keenly priced LCD. Today Marks & Spencer have this priced at an amazing £629 which is about £60 less than the next cheapest price we found and about £220 cheaper than the original price.
Philips 7000 series 42PFL7404H
Customer review March 2010 M&S
“… even standard definition looks like hd and the hd looks amazing”
This 7000 series TV features Philips Pixel Precise HD which uses hardware and software to improve picture quality and boasts 250 million pixels processing power to overcome motion judder. Motion sharpness is also improved with 100Hz technology which doubles the frame rate compared to that of a conventional LCD.
The full high definition screen has a resolution of 1920 x 1080p and supports 1080p signals from HD sources such Blu-ray players and HD games consoles. Incredible Surround audio complements the picture quality and is styled with an invisible sound system that blends in with the cabinet design.
The 42PFL7404H has 4 HDMI connecters in total give ample room for hooking up and controlling other HD sources. The TV displays the EU ECO label on this model for its high energy efficiency, ultra low standby power, absence of hazardous materials and ease of recycling.
Philips 42PFL7404H Key Features
- 42 inch screen
- Pixel Precise HD for extremely sharp and clear pictures
- Full HD LCD display, with a 1920 x 1080p resolution
- 100 Hz LCD, 3 ms performance for superb motion sharpness
- HD Natural Motion for ultra-smooth motion in Full HD movies
- Dynamic contrast 80000:1 for incredible rich black details
- View angle 176 degrees
- 2 x 10 W with Incredible Surround
- USB for fantastic multimedia playback
- 4 HDMI inputs with Easylink for a full HD connection
- EasyLink: easy control of TV and connected device via HDMI CEC
- MPEG4 HDTV reception via DVB-T and DVB-C tuner with CI+
7000 series LCD TV
The same model is available in 32” 47” and 52 inch screen size.
- 32PFL7404H
- 42PFL7404H
- 47PFL7404H
- 52PFL7404H
The model may also be referred to as 42PFL7404H/12, 42PFL7404
Other M & S special offers spotted today include the 32 inch Philips 32PFL5404H at £349 and the 42″ 42PFL5604H also by Philips
Philips 32PFL9604H 5 Star 32in LCD TV
Say hello to the majestic 32PFL9604 from Philips; UK’s first mainstream TV with full internet access.

This impressive 32 incher is just the ticket for anyone looking to upgrade their existing main TV. A blend of excellent features and superb picture performance is what you get with the 32PFL9604 and it’s not bad looking either.
32PFL9604H Key Features
- A 5 star Best Buy from What Plasma & LCD TV says a lot about what you can expect from this generously featured Full HD TV set including:
- Perfect Natural Motion
- 100Hz Clear LCD
- Perfect Contrast
- DLNA media browser
- Net TV & built-in Wi-fi
- Ambilight Spectra 2
- 5 HDMIs
- Scarts x2 (RGB)
- USB 2.0
- Built-in speakers
- Anti-Reflection coated screen
It’s not often you hear rave reviews on sound as well as picture quality but the audio on the 32PFL9604 is pretty impressive. Clear sound with just the right amount of bass can be enjoyed from the powerful four 15W speakers.
One of the most important aspects of a screen’s spec is the picture processing engine and Philips is leading the way with their Perfect Picture HD Engine. A shining example can be seen with their prime model 32PFL9604. You can experience amazing sharpness and clarity with HD pictures second to none.
Images appear more natural thanks to Perfect Contrast and are vibrant and clear with just the right amount of inky blacks. 100Hz technology and HD Natural Motion takes care of any judder and blur leaving you ready to enjoy some terrific movie action.
Big clear menus help setting up your new Philips TV a doddle and it will be well worth the extra effort of wading through the wealth of features on hand. The soft glow of light from 2 sides of the set works well when the TV is set against a wall. The immersive Ambilight creates a soothing light that’s easy on the eye and adds an extra dimension to the contrast of the picture.
As with most newly released high end models the 32PFL9604 is a future proof set with integrated wireless connection great for streaming content from your PC. You can also use the Net TV service for exploring the internet. This full HD LCD TV also is fully loaded with no less than 5 HDMIs.
Also available in 37 inch 37PFL9604H
Philips 42PFL9803H 42″ LCD
Philips 42PFL9803
The release of the 42PFL9803 from Philips sees the introduction of ground breaking technology in the form of LED backlighting. Winner of the EISA ‘European LCD-TV 2008-2009′ award, the 42″ set delivers high contrast black levels. This latest LED backlighting technology incorporated in the 9800 series means these new LCD TVs are arguably a match for the best plasma TV sets.
Black levels and motion blur has always been a challenge to overcome with current LCD technology. Thanks to the revolutionary LED backlight and the unique LED local dimming backlight technology, LED LUX washed out blacks are no longer a problem.
The LED Lux panels use a rear mounted grid of over 1000 white LEDs that are operated selectively. They generate brilliant light in bright areas and are dimmed to lower levels in dark scenes. The result is intense colour, very high contrast and natural rich tones.
42PFL9803H Connectivity
The 42PFL9803H boasts four HDMI with EasyLink for full HD connection and features an Ethernet port for hooking up to all your networked content. Other key features include Ambilight Spectra 2 technology, Perfect Pixel HD Engine, 100Hz Clear LCD with a 2ms response time and a contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1.
Philips high end TVs use latest picture enhancing technology like the Perfect Pixel HD Engine. This powerful video processing system boosts sharpness clarity and contrast and delivers a smooth natural motion whatever you are watching. Video noise is also suppressed in all content sources from multimedia to standard TV resulting in razor sharp images.
Ambilight Spectra 2 technology emits a glow from the back of the screen onto surrounding wall to compliment the colour content shown on the screen. It automatically adjusts according to how bright the images are; this is both pleasing on the eye as well as relaxing for long term viewing.
Another key feature especially important when it comes to fast moving scenes is Perfect Natural Motion. This is in charge of correcting any judder in broadcast and pre-recorded material including 1080p movies and 24p True cinema on Blu-ray and DVD. Motion performance is smooth and sharp no matter how fast things are moving.
On board are all the essential sockets you need enabling you to access a variety of picture, audio and video files from a connected PC. There are 4 x HDMIs, USB input and a DLNA-certified ethernet port.
Three of the HDMI sockets are located at the back and 1 to the side so there are plenty to go around for connecting devices such as an HD set-top box, Blu-ray player and games console or camcorder. The inclusion of Philips’ Easylink makes operating any connected devices and TV functionalities much simpler from one remote control.
Philips’ debut of this 42 inch LED TV has caused quite a stir in the LED market. It has earned a “What Plasma & LCD TV Editor’s Choice and awarded 4 Stars in their Special LED TV report.
Philips 42PFL9803H Specifications
Picture/Display
- Aspect ratio Widescreen
- Brightness 500 cd/m²
- Dynamic screen contrast 2.000.000:1
- Response time (typical) 2 (BEW equiv.) ms
- Viewing angle 176º (H)/176º (V)
- Diagonal screen size (inch) 42 inch
- Diagonal screen size (metric) 107 cm
- Display screen type LCD Full HD W-UXGA Act. matrix, LED Lux Display
- Panel resolution 1920 x 1080p
- Picture enhancement Perfect Pixel HD Engine, Perfect Natural Motion, Perfect
- Contrast, Perfect Colours, Wide Colour Gamut display, 3/2
- -2/2 motion pull down, 3D Combfilter, Active Control +
- Light sensor, 100 Hz Clear LCD, Jagged Line Suppression,
- Progressive Scan, 1080p 24/25/30 Hz processing, 1080p
- 50/60 Hz processing, Local dimming LED backlight,
- Segmented LED backlight
- Screen enhancement Anti-Reflection coated screen
- Colour processing 2250 trillion colours 17bit RGB
- Ambilight
- Ambilight Features Ambilight Spectra 2, Lounge light mode
- Dimming Function Manual and via Light Sensor
- Ambilight light system LED-wide colour
- Supported Display Resolution
- Computer formats 640 x 480, 60 Hz, 800 x 600, 60 Hz, 1024 x 768, 60 Hz, 1280 x 768, 60 Hz, 1360 x 768, 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080i, 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080p, 60 Hz
- Video formats 480i, 60 Hz, 480p, 60 Hz, 576i, 50 Hz, 576p, 50 Hz, 720p, 50, 60 Hz, 1080i, 50, 60 Hz, 1080p, 24, 50, 60 Hz, 1080p, 24, 25, 30 Hz
Sound
- Output power (RMS) 2 x 15 W
- Sound Enhancement Auto Volume Leveller, Digital Signal Processing, Dynamic
- Bass Enhancement, Graphic Equalizer, Smart Sound
- Sound System Virtual Dolby Digital, BBE
- Loudspeakers
- Built-in speakers 4
- Loudspeaker types 2 integrated subwoofers, Dome tweeter
Convenience
- Child Protection Child Lock+Parental Control
- Ease of Installation Auto Programme Naming, Automatic Channel Install
- (ACI), Automatic Tuning System (ATS), Autostore, Fine
- Tuning, PLL Digital Tuning, Plug and Play
Ease of Use
- 4 favourite lists, Auto Volume Leveller (AVL), Delta Volume per preset, Graphical User Interface, On-Screen Display, Programme List, Settings assistant Wizard, Side Control
- Electronic Programme Guide Now + Next EPG, 8-day Electronic Programme Guide
- Picture in Picture Text dual screen
- Remote Control TV, Amp, DVD, DVD-R, Sat, STB (Set-Top Box),
- Universal, HTS (Home Theatre System)
- Remote control type RC4494
- Screen Format Adjustments 4:3, Auto Format, Movie expand 14:9, Movie expand 16:9,
- Subtitle and Heading Shift, Super Zoom, Widescreen,
- unscaled (1080p dot by dot)
- Teletext 1200-page Hypertext
- Teletext enhancements Habit Watch, Programme information Line
- Firmware upgradeable Firmware auto upgrade wizard, Firmware upgradeable via
- USB
- Multimedia Digital media reader (browser), USB autobreak-in
- Smart mode Game, Movie, Personal, Energy saving, Standard, Vivid
Multimedia Applications
- Multimedia connections Ethernet-UTP5, USB
- Playback Formats MP3, Slideshow files (.alb), JPEG Still pictures, MPEG1,
- MPEG2
Tuner/Reception/Transmission
- Aerial Input 75 ohm coaxial (IEC75)
- TV system DVB COFDM 2K/8K
- Video Playback NTSC, SECAM, PAL
- DVB DVB Terrestrial*, DVB-T MPEG4*, DVB-C MPEG4*
- Tuner bands Hyperband, S-Channel, UHF, VHF
Connectivity
- Ext 1 Scart Audio L/R, CVBS in, RGB
- Ext 2 Scart Audio L/R, CVBS in, RGB
- Ext 3 YPbPr, Audio L/R in, VGA PC-in
- Ext 4 HDMI v1.3
- Ext 5 HDMI v1.3
- Ext 6 HDMI v1.3
- EasyLink (HDMI-CEC) One touch play, System audio control, System standby
- Front/Side connections HDMI v1.3, S-video in, CVBS in, Audio L/R in,
- Headphone out, USB
- PC network link DLNA 1.0 certified
- Other connections Analogue audio Left/Right out, S/PDIF out (coaxial),
- Common Interface
Power
- Ambient temperature 5°C to 35°C
- Mains power AC 220-240 V +/- 10%
- Power (Energy-saving mode) 153 W
- Power (IEC 62087 Edition 2) 201 W
- Standby power consumption 0.15 W
Dimensions
- Set Width 1027 mm
- Set Height 627 mm
- Set Depth 108 mm
- Set height (with stand) 698 mm
- Set depth (with stand) 265 mm
- Stand width 590 mm
- Weight incl. Packaging 40 kg
- Product weight 27.6 kg
- Product weight (+stand) 30.8 kg
- Box width 1142 mm
- Box height 906 mm
- Box depth 320 mm
- Colour cabinet Satin Brushed Aluminium and Precision Silver
- VESA wall mount-
- compatible 300 x 300 mm
Accessories
Included Accessories Tabletop swivel stand, RF antenna cable, Power cord, Quick start guide, User Manual, Warranty certificate, Remote Control, Batteries for remote control










