Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV
Average customer rating: 1 out of 5 stars
  • Philips Cust Svc is a total nightmare
  • Stay away from this and other Philips products
Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:
  • 1366 x 768 pixel widescreen LCD HDTV display
  • Integrated ATSC (HDTV) tuner and CableCARD slot
  • Pixel Plus 2 HD for increased sharpness- detail- and depth
  • Philips exclusive Ambilight provides a more relaxed- realistic viewing experience
  • Active Control with Light Sensor automatically adjusts picture brightness based on room light conditions

ASIN: B000BNY19C
Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV

Product Description

Includes: a universal andlearnable remote control and a table top stand.Philips 42" LCD HDTV - Take a step into the future of television with this 42" LCD HDTV from Philips. The 42" hi-definition LCD has a 16:9 aspect ratio, which simply means it's a widescreen TV that mimics your local movie theater. So your favorite DVD movies will display the way the director intended them to be viewed. A built-in USB and memory card reader further enhances the functionality of this TV, allowing you to view your digital photos on the big screen with ease. That's just the beginning of what this HDTV has to offer.... Resolution - 1366 x 768p Contrast Ratio - 500 - 1 Dimming Backlight Contrast - 3500 - 1 Aspect Ratio - 16 - 9 Widescreen Brightness - 400 cd/m2 Built-in USB and Memory Card Reader - for instant viewing of digital photos, and MP3 playback Supports - Compact Flash Type I/II, Memory Stick, Microdrive, MMC, Secure Digital (SD),&Smart Media Viewing Angle - (h&v) 176 Degrees Response Time - 8ms Virtual Dolby Digital Audio Two Built-in 15W Speakers Closed Captioning Full Text 7 Widescreen Modes Child Lock&Parental Control Connectivity AV 1 - (1, 2, 3Fh autoranging), Audio L/R In, Component Video In, CVBS In, RGB+H/V, Y/C,&YPbPr AV 2 - Audio L/R In, CVBS,&Y/C AV 3 - YPbPr, S/PDIF Digital Coaxial, (1, 2, 3Fh autoranging) AV 4 - HDMI AV 5 - HDMI Front/Side - Audio L/R, CVBS In, Headphone Out, S-Video In, 2 USB Other Connections - Cable Card Interface, Monitor Out, CVBS, L/R (cinch), SP-DIF In (coaxial),&SP-DIF Out (coaxial) Unit Dimensions - 48.8 (w) x 26.8 (d) x 4.1 (h) Unit Weight - 77.2 lbs. Color - Pearl White Silver VESA Wall Mount Compatible - 400mm&800mm

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Philips Cust Svc is a total nightmare.......2006-11-14

I had this TV for about 9 months when a buzzing noise started and the TV picture started blacking out. The TV was still covered under the 1 yr manufacturer's warranty. I had a Philips authorized service center look at the TV and deem that the power supply needed to be replaced. It has been a nightmare getting the TV back. My TV is basically being held hostage by Philips. The part is on back order with no end date in sight. They are the absolute worst Customer Service group that you could ever encounter. They give you nothing but canned non answers and are totally uncooperative and not helpful. I am still without my TV and it has been over 5 weeks now. Philips is one of the worst companies that I have ever dealt with and I wouldn't recommend that anyone purchase this or any other TV from them.

1 out of 5 stars Stay away from this and other Philips products.......2006-10-25


I have had this television since February 2006 and it has been a total disaster. I have the 42 inch but the 37 inch has the same parts so this review applies to that set as well. When I brought the set home I hooked everything up immediately. I wanted to have my cable box, DVD player, Xbox 360, PS2, and Sega Dreamcast all hooked up before I powered the set on...bad idea. After an hour of dealing with tangled wires I hit the power button on the TV...and nothing happens. The set was dead on arrival. The retailer refused to take it back and I was forced to deal with the "authorized service centers."

To make a long story short, it is nine months later, the set still does not work properly (but at least after a total replacement of the power supply it will turn on), and Philips refuses to take the set back because only one of my four trips to the authorized service center was considered a "major repair." The following are the problems I have had with this set:

1. No power
2. Loose connection of HDMI wires (internal, not the plug on the outside)
3. Blown out speaker
4. Mysteriously loses signal and goes into "sleep mode"

The worst part about it is the authorized servicers in the New York City area are totally unreliable. It takes weeks for them to get parts, they don't answer their phones, one servicer made an appointment (which I took a day off of work for) and never showed up, and servicers will frequently respond to complaints by saying "We will call you back" (they never do).

This set is a complete mess. I will never buy another Philips product again. Stay away from this set and everything else that this manufacturer makes.
Remanufactured Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV
Average customer rating: 1 out of 5 stars
  • Amazon's support is questionable
Remanufactured Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:
  • 1366 x 768 pixel widescreen LCD HDTV display
  • Integrated ATSC (HDTV) tuner and CableCARD slot
  • Pixel Plus 2 HD for increased sharpness- detail- and depth
  • Philips exclusive Ambilight provides a more relaxed- realistic viewing experience
  • Active Control with Light Sensor automatically adjusts picture brightness based on room light conditions

ASIN: B000H6LE7K
Remanufactured Philips 42PF9730A 42" Ambilight Widescreen LCD HDTV

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Amazon's support is questionable.......2006-09-11

I bought this set from Amazon, when it arrived it was not even funcional, it simply won't turn on. I tried to contact Amazon but they choose not to return calls, eventually I was able to get an email from them simply stating that it was basically my problem. I understand that one is taking a chance by buying refurbished, however, one should be able to assume they test the units before they ship them.

Refurbished from Amazon is a gamble, play at your own risk.

Lilipod's Lili mini for iPod Mini
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Lilipod's Lili mini for iPod Mini

    Manufacturer: Lilipod
    ProductGroup: CE
    Binding: Electronics

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    Product Features:
    • Hard, watertight exterior and soft, spongy interior protect your iPod from crash landings.

    ASIN: B0009232F4
    Lilipod's Lili mini for iPod Mini

    Product Description

    It's shock resistant. Watertight. Made from the finest materials. Engineered to the highest of standards. And it's the most protection you can buy for your iPod mini without a prescription. Lili mini allows you to safelylisten to your iPod mini during activities never previously possible from skiing to sailing, mountain biking to beach bumming, and everywhere in between.
    Features:
    * Sterling Rope Lanyard with Cord Lock. Made with DryCore which resists moisture
    * Compression Clamp and Rubber O-Ring. Keeps out dust, dirt, water and other aggravations that can spoil your outdoor fun.
    * ISC Engineered Watertight Stereo Connector. Allows you to listen to your iPod while it's in its water-tight protective case.

    Kicker CompVR CVR12-4 12" Dual 4-ohm Voice Coil Component Subwoofer
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      Kicker CompVR CVR12-4 12" Dual 4-ohm Voice Coil Component Subwoofer

      Manufacturer: Kicker
      ProductGroup: CE
      Binding: Electronics

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      1. Dynamat 19105X Trunk Kit -- Original and Xtreme Dynamat Dynamat 19105X Trunk Kit -- Original and Xtreme Dynamat
      2. Kicker 01G12 12" Round Grille Kicker 01G12 12" Round Grille

      Product Features:
      • mica-filled polymineral cone
      • Santoprene rubber surround
      • dual 4-ohm voice coils for wiring flexibility
      • frequency response 25-500 Hz
      • power range 50-400 watts RMS (200 watts RMS per coil)

      ASIN: B0002DFK28
      Kicker CompVR CVR12-4 12" Dual 4-ohm Voice Coil Component Subwoofer

      Product Description

      The CompVR was designed by the award-winning KICKER speaker design team, tested in the judging lanes of International Sound Competitions, and proven on the Street to deliver the ultimate in low bass output, durability and outrageous SPL. This is your "fuel for Livin' Loud"!Injection Molded Polymineral Cone with ISD (Inverted Structural Dome) is a high performance composite, which remains rigid, minimizes cone flex and lowers harmonic distortion. The CompVR's cone consists of a unique one-piece, aluminum vapor-deposit material that moves as a lightweight piston, exhibiting power and control.Rear Cone Brace integrates into the CompVR's cone with a continuous contact perimeter weld, which offers unmatched strength and resistance to deformation under pressure.Double Stitched Surround adds a mechanical fastener to the chemical adhesives. This duo prevents the cone and surround from separating in the harshest conditions.Optimized Polyfoam Ribbed Surround Radius allows extended cone excursion for additional bass output and higher SPL, and couples the suspension into a conjoined linear motion body.High-Temp Polyamide Film Voice Coil Former improves sonic and conductive properties, and prevents thermal-electrical meltdown.Dual Ultra-Length Voice Coils sustain enormous cone excursion and provide flexible impedance matching options.

      RG58 ThinNet Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        RG58 ThinNet Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft

        Manufacturer: L-com, Inc.
        ProductGroup: CE

        Video Cables Video Cables | Cables & Interconnects | Audio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Component Video | Composite Video | DVI Cables | F-Pin-Coaxial Tip | HDMI Cables | IEEE 1394 Firewire | S-Video Cables
        Product Features:
        • 50 Ohm Ethernet signal transmission
        • BNC connector fully insulated to prevent ground loop problems
        • Double shielding of RG58/U ThinNet cable enhances shielding performance
        • Gold plated center contacts minimize signal loss
        • Available from stock in 12 lengths ranging from 1 to100 feet

        ASIN: B000ASB3MG
        RG58 ThinNet Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft

        Product Description

        These 10BASE-2 coaxial cable assemblies are specifically designed for use in Ethernet applications. The BNC connectors are fully insulated to avoid ground loop problems. The R9907 style 50 Ohm cable is commonly found in CheaperNet configurations and features double shielding to meet the shielding parameters found in section 10.5 of IEEE 802.3 specification. We stock these assemblies in a wide range of standard lengths from 1 to 100 ft. This is L-com part number CCTN58-50B.
        RG58 ThinNet Plenum Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          RG58 ThinNet Plenum Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft

          Manufacturer: L-com, Inc.
          ProductGroup: CE

          Video Cables Video Cables | Cables & Interconnects | Audio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Component Video | Composite Video | DVI Cables | F-Pin-Coaxial Tip | HDMI Cables | IEEE 1394 Firewire | S-Video Cables
          Product Features:
          • 50 Ohm Ethernet signal transmission
          • Plenum jacketed cable ideal where fire resistance and low smoke characteristics are critical
          • Double shielding of RG58/U ThinNet cable enhances shielding performance
          • Gold plated center contacts minimize signal loss
          • Available from stock in 12 lengths ranging from 1 to100 feet

          ASIN: B000ASDCTI
          RG58 ThinNet Plenum Cable, BNC Male / Male, 50.0 ft

          Product Description

          These plenum grade RG58/U Ethernet cable assemblies are designed for high temperature applications that require flame retardant properties. The 50 Ohm BNC connectors utilize a heat shrink strain relief for a robust assembly. The coaxial cable features double shielding to meet the shielding parameters found in section 10.5 of IEEE 802.3 specification. We stock these assemblies in a wide range of standard lengths from 1 to 100 ft. This is L-com part number CCTN58P-50B.

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