The FWD-42PV1 plasma flat panel display features include a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, W-VGA resolution (852x480), and the ability to display images and video from a wide assortment of inputs and formats.

It also features two slots to accommodate a television tuner and the BKM-FW32 network card, enabling users to monitor the display's status and troubleshoot multiple networked displays from one central location.

The FWD-42PVI display will be available next month for about $2,400.

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