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TH-42MZ980Z 42 inch, OLED, 4K HDR Smart TV

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TH-42MZ980Z

Level up your viewing experience with high-quality OLED performance

MZ980 Series 4K OLED TV combines new improved panel technology with input from a leading Hollywood colourist to deliver deep silky blacks with higher brightness. Combine this epic picture with Theater Surround Pro for a truly cinematic experience.
*Design, functions and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*This image shows the TH-48MZ980.
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See it all. Feel it all.

Right here. Right now. Ordinary becomes cinematic. It’s more than simply watching a show. It’s about being enchanted. Created by pro filmmakers, only our 4K OLED TV brings you a stunning picture that literally takes your breath away. With 3D surround sound to excite all the senses, it’s as if you’re right there in the movie scene. All of our technologies are made to move and inspire—turning the everyday into the cinematic.

Deeper blacks, vivid colours are truly cinematic

OLED & HCX Pro AI Processor - 4K OLED TVs have individually illuminated cells, to create natural colour and high contrast – where black, really is black. In parallel, our HCX Pro AI Processor instantly analyses the picture; finesses colour accuracy, contrast and clarity for step-up picture performance.
Deeper blacks, vivid colours are truly cinematic

3D sound of amazing clarity, richness and depth

Dolby Atmos®

Dolby Atmos® - found in the newest cinemas, and on our premium TVs expresses sound with astonishing clarity, richness and depth. Sound effects are precisely placed in virtual space and time to envelope you in the atmosphere.
*Dolby, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Dolby Atmos®

Theater Surround Pro

Theater Surround Pro - turns home cinema into premium listening pleasure thanks to outstanding sound qualities and a wide selection of sound mode: soundscapes are impressive, bass is powerful and deep, and dialogues are crystal clear.
Theater Surround Pro

The intelligent way to great picture and sound

Always experience optimal picture and sound with auto AI

Auto AI - Using AI, MZ980 analyses the incoming signal, instantly adjusting picture and sound settings. Auto AI knows the best settings for sport, live music, movies and much more - so you can just sit back and enjoy.
Always experience optimal picture and sound with auto AI

Advanced intelligent sensing

Advanced intelligent sensing - detecting the ambient room light colour temperature in addition to the room light brightness, adjusts the picture to deliver a more natural experience when, for example, watching under warm-coloured lights at nighttime.
Advanced intelligent sensing

Broad compatibility with HDR formats

Multi HDR Format - By supporting all HDR (High Dynamic Range) formats our premium TVs assure the best possible performance - regardless of picture source. Brightness and colour are optimised scene-by-scene; whether the source is Dolby Vision, HLG, HDR10 or the new HDR10+ Adaptive format.
*Dolby, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Broad compatibility with HDR formats

Picture perfection in all lighting conditions

Experience a new dimension in HDR viewing

Dolby Vision IQ - It literally adds a new dimension to viewing HDR thanks to the TV’s advanced ambient light sensor. Whether your living room is completely dark or brightly lit, the HDR picture is dynamically perfected for the best colour and contrast.
Dolby, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Experience a new dimension in HDR viewing

Next-gen Filmmaker Mode with intelligent sensing

Enjoy your favourite movies as the director intended. Next-generation Filmmaker Mode applies our intelligent sensing technology to adjust colour temperature and ambient brightness to ensure every movie is faithful to the director’s vision, even under bright lights.
Next-gen Filmmaker Mode with intelligent sensing

Your TV, customised to complement your lifestyle

Amazing Netflix action in any lighting condition

Netflix series and films are made to exacting standards, so that they can look stunning on a big screen. Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode means your TV gets the best from their shows, whilst our exclusive ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the display according to the room's lighting conditions, delivering the experience their makers intended.
*Netflix streaming membership required.
Amazing Netflix action in any lighting condition

My Home Screen 8.0 - more choice, more freedom

Access popular settings with a single button press. Pin favourites, like video streaming apps, to your Home Screen to see only what you use.
My Home Screen 8.0 - more choice, more freedom

Customize your environment with my Scenery

My Scenery on our new premium TVs allows you to turn a passive screen into an active display. Customize your environment to fit your mood by choosing from a selection of restful imageS and videos – and now enjoy immersive sound with the addition of Dolby Atmos-compatible content. Perfect for mindfulness sessions or preparing for bed.
Customize your environment with my Scenery

Easy TV Operation without a Remote Control

Control your TV using just your voice with help from Google

Use your voice to control your Panasonic TV hands-free. Turn the power on or off and change the channel or volume using your voice with Google. Just say “Hey Google” to get started.
*Google Assistant-enabled device required.
*Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries. Google, YouTube, Google Home, Nest Audio and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC. Nest Audio requires a Wi-Fi network, a nearby electrical outlet, a compatible mobile device, and a Google Account.
Control your TV using just your voice with help from Google

Intuitive voice control enables seamless control experience

Alexa built-in is supported on selected models of 2023 TVs. Ask for the weather forecast, enjoy shopping at Amazon, play music and conduct intuitive operation of smart home devices by simply talking into the TV remote.
*Amazon, Alexa is not available in certain languages and countries. Requires internet connection. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
*Design of the remote control and button positioning vary depending on country.
Intuitive voice control enables seamless control experience

Big Screen 4K OLED Gaming Action

Epic speed, resolution and motion for every game

Game Mode Extreme means our new selected 4K OLED TVs are ready for action. Our advanced panel almost halves input lag*, while HDMI 2.1 supports High Frame Rates (HFR) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for new levels of realism demanded by the latest gaming devices.
*Compared to 2020 OLED models
Epic speed, resolution and motion for every game

Smooth and intuitive set up for gaming devices

Enjoy easier and more intuitive game settings when connecting gaming devices into the TV via HDMI. Our new Game Control Board displays detailed game related information and you can easily check the setting status. To make your gaming experience even smoother, this can be accessed by 1 action if assigned to the My APP button.
Smooth and intuitive set up for gaming devices

Great sound whatever your play style

Game Sound Mode allows for switching between 2 modes that optimize sound for the game you are playing. RPG mode creates a sense of reality for a gaming experience filled with intensity. FPS mode focuses on audio location allowing players to hear the subtle sounds of their enemies and take the upper hand. Which mode will you pick?
Great sound whatever your play style

Amazing gaming with no tearing or stuttering.

MZ980 Series supports both AMD FreeSync™ Premium and NVIDIA® G-SYNC® Compatible technology. They’re designed to deliver the best gaming experience on the newest and most exciting games devices. Enjoy smooth, tear-free 4K gaming on a large, colourful screen, and escape into the gaming world.
©2022 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, FreeSync, and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
©2023 NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and NVIDIA G-SYNC are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
Amazing gaming with no tearing or stuttering.

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Specs

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Size and Weight

Height
599mm
Width
933mm
Depth
250mm
Weight
17.5kg

Dimension with recommended pedestal style.

  • The Choice of FilmmakersThe Choice of Filmmakers
  • OLEDOLED
  • HCX Pro AI ProcessorHCX Pro AI Processor
  • Dolby AtmosDolby Atmos

For true deep black - OLED

Class-leading colour, contrast, clarity and Auto AI mode - HCX Pro AI Processor

Immersive sound quality for cinema - Theater Surround Pro with Dolby Atmos®

Stunning speed, resolution and motion - Game Mode Extreme

More viewing choice - Smart TV (my Home Screen 8.0)

Model Number

  • TH-42MZ980Z

Picture

  • Panel Technology

    • 4K OLED
  • Resolution (W x H)

    • 4K Ultra HD/3,840 x 2,160
  • Motion Technology

    • Smooth Motion Drive Pro
  • Multi HDR Support*²

    • HDR10+ Adaptive/HDR10/HLG/Dolby Vision IQ/HLG Photo*¹⁶
  • Dimming/Contrast

    • OLED/Ultimate Contrast
  • Colour Space

    • Wide Colour Spectrum
  • Dolby Vision IQ

    • Y
  • HDR10+ Adaptive

    • Y
  • Filmmaker Mode

    • Y (with intelligent sensing)
  • Processor/Engine

    • HCX Pro AI Processor
  • HEXA Chroma Drive

    • Hexa Chroma Drive PRO
  • Auto AI for Picture

    • Y
  • Picture Mode

    • Auto AI/Dynamic/Normal/Cinema/True Cinema/FILMMAKER/Custom/Professional Photo/Professional1 (isfccc)/Professional2 (isfccc)/Sport/Game/True Game (Calibrated Game)/Dolby Vision (Vivid/IQ/Dark/Game)/Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode
  • isf Mode

    • Y
  • Calman READY

    • Y (Internal Pattern Generator)

Sound

  • Dolby Atmos

    • Y
  • Surround

    • Theater Surround Pro
  • Speaker Output

    • 30 W (15 W x 2)
  • Auto AI for Sound

    • Y
  • Sound Mode

    • Auto AI/Standard/Music/Speech/Stadium/FPS/RPG/User

Smart Features*¹

  • Smart TV

    • my Home Screen8.0
  • my Scenery

    • Y
  • Google Assistant*³ Built-in / Far-Field Voice

    • — /
  • Works with Google Assistant

    • Y
  • Alexa Built-in*⁴

    • Y
  • Works with Alexa

    • Y
  • Panasonic TV Remote 3 App (swipe & share)

    • Y
  • Home Network*⁵  

    • Y (Server / Client)
  • Web Browser*⁶

    • Y
  • Easy Mirroring OR Chromecast

    • Easy Mirroring From Android OS Devices (iOS Not Supported, No Chromecast)
  • Media Player

    • Y (2.0)*¹⁷
  • Support Format

    • AVI/HEVC/MKV/WMV/MP4/M4v/FLV/3GPP/VRO/VOB/TS/PS/AV1, MP3/AAC/WMA Pro/FLAC/Apple Lossless/WAV, JPEG/HLG Photo
  • Hotel Mode

    • Y 

Gaming

  • Game Mode

    • Y (Game Mode Extreme with Game Control Board)
  • HDMI 2.1 VRR Support

    • Y
  • HDMI 2.1 HFR - 120Hz Support

    • Y
  • AMD Freesync Premium*⁷

    • Y
  • G-Sync Compatible*⁸

    • Y

Connectivity

  • Wireless LAN Built-in*⁹

    • Y (11ac)
  • Bluetooth*¹⁰

    • Y
      HID / HOGP (Keyboard/Mouse)
      A2DP (Stereo Audio: In Single / Out Dual)
  • Bluetooth Audio Link*¹¹

    • Y
  • DDR/Flash Memory

Terminal

  • HDMI Inputs*¹²

    • 4 (side: 2, rear: 2)
  • HDCP

    • Y (HDCP2.3)
  • HDMI Support Feature

    • HDMI2.1 Support Feature
      eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) (Input 2)
      ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode ) (All inputs)
      VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) (input 1 & 2)
      4K HFR (High Frame Rate ) (input 1 & 2)
      AMD Freesync Premium (input 1 & 2)
      G-Sync Compatible (input 1 & 2)
  • HDMI Signal Power Link

    • Y 
  • USB

    • 3 (1 side, 2 rear; USB 3.0 x 1, USB 2.0 x 2)
  • Ethernet

    • 1
  • CI (Common Interface)

  • Analogue (Composite) Video Input

    • M3 x 1 (bottom)
  • Component Video Input shared with Composite

  • Digital Audio Output (Optical)

    • 1 (rear)
  • Digital Audio Output (Coax)

  • Analogue Audio Output

  • PC input (VGA) + PC Audio In

  • Headphone Output

    • 1 (side; switchable to Subwoofer)

Broadcasting

  • Digital Tuner

    • DVB-T/T2/DVB-S
  • Analogue Tuner

    • 4-System (PAL/NTSC/M-NTSC/PAL-60)
  • Data Broadcasting

    • Hbb TV (Freeview PLUS)
  • USB-HDD Recording*¹³

    • Y
  • Multi Window

    • PAT
  • HDAVI Control

    • Y
  • Voice Guidance

    • Y
  • EPG

    • SI, 7 days
  • On Screen Display Menu Languages

    • English / Chinese (Simplified)
  • Twin Tuner

Design

Energy Data

  • Visible Screen Size (diagonal)

    • 106 cm / 42 inches
  • Standby Power Consumption

    • 0.5 W
  • Power Supply

    • AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
  • Rated Power Consumption

    • 0.96 A
  • Ambient Sensor (CATS)

    • Y

General

  • Included Accessory*¹⁴

    • TV Remote
  • Dimensions (W x H x D) (w/o stand)

    • 933 x 545 x 67 mm
  • Dimensions (W x H x D) (with stand)*¹⁵

    • 933 x 599 x 250 mm
  • Weight (w/o stand)

    • 13.5 kg
  • Weight (with stand)

    • 17.5 kg
  • Dimension Pedestal (W x D)

    • 514 x 250 mm
  • VESA Compatible

    • Y
  • VESA Dimension (W x H)

    • 200 x 200 mm
  • Carton Box Dimension (W x H x D)

    • 1,268 x 665 x 225 mm
  • Carton Box Weight

    • 22 kg

Note

  • *1 Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification. Internet connection is required with smart functions.
    *2 All models: Supporting HDR does not increase the peak brightness capabilities of the TV panel.
    Full HD & HD models: The ability to send a non 4K HDR signal via HDMI depends fully on the playback device. The majority of 4K Blu-ray discs require HDCP2.2 on TV to play back HDR. Please check the HDCP version of HDMI inputs. Not all HDR contents are guaranteed to be enjoyed on the TV.
    *3 Google, Android TV and Chromecast built-in a trademarks of Google LLC
    Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries
    Requires internet connection. Subscriptions for services may be required.
    *4 Amazon, Alexa is not available in certain languages and countries. Requires internet connection. Subscriptions for services may be required.
    *5 File formats that are not supported by your Network Contents server (DLNA compatible server, etc.) cannot be played.
    *6 The Web Browser cannot display some web pages correctly. And viewable contents by the Web Browser are subject to the following conditions;
    - viewable contents may vary depend on models,
    - viewable contents may differ from those for PC,
    - viewable contents may be limited.
    *7 ©2020 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. All rights reserved. AMD and FreeSync and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
    *8 ©2021 NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and NVIDIA G-SYNC are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
    *9 In case the password of the registered device or user is known by a third party, there is a risk of unauthorized entries. Keep your password safe. Panasonic will make no warranty for the unauthorised entries.
    To prevent a risk of interception, unauthorised entries and hacking, set up the proper security settings (encryption setting).
    *10 HID (Human Interface Device Profile) compliant keyboards are available. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) compliant audio devices are available. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.
    *11 When a Bluetooth device is connected to the TV, it is possible that the Bluetooth audio output may not be synchronized (i.e. be delayed) with relation to the images on the screen. This is not a defect of the TV or the device. The delay time will differ depending on the device.
    *12 The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
    *13 This feature requires a USB hard drive or flash drive with a capacity of at least 160 GB.
    *14 Not all the accessories are listed here.
    *15 Dimension with recommended pedestal style.
    *16 Supporting HSP standardized by CTA-2072 (HDR Still Photo Interface)
    *17 To playback HDR, a HDR source is required (H.264 or H.265(ST2084 or HLG format)).

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