Panasonic TH-50PX500U 50'' Flat Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV

Panasonic TH-50PX500U 50'' Flat Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV

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Product Description:
High-Definition TV receives and decodes digital standard-definition and HDTV signals from over-the-air broadcasts (antenna required) and cable TV service (CableCARD required) *

Panasonic TH-50PX500U 50" Flat Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV
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Incredible Plasma guaranteed to satisfy!

My first Plasma

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Panasonic TH-50PX500U

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Panasonic TH-50PX500U 50" Flat Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

50 Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)

16 - 9 Aspect Ratio

G8 Progressive HD Plasma Panel offers the latest generation of development for superior reliability and integrity

HDMI Input, Component Input (Y/PB/PR) x 2, S-Video Input x 2, PC Input, Optical Digital Audio Output

Detachable Smart Sound Speaker System (26 Watts Total Power) using Ultra-Slim Speaker Units and Twin Woofers Built Into Panel

ASIN: B0007WKB5A

Product Description

Get ready for TV as you've never seen it before! While many widescreen TV models may claim to be HDTV capable, this Panasonic is among the few that actually has an ATSC tuner that can receive those signals (an optional HDTV antenna is required). It also has a CableCard slot for adding new digital card available from most Cable-TV carriers. The CableCard replaces the bulky cable converter box (please contact your cable company to find out if they offer this service in your area). It also has a SecureDigital SD memory slot to present pictures and movies stored from a digital-camera or camcorder. With 3,000:1 contrast-ratio, you'll enjoy an outstanding picture with resolutions up to 1024x768 and over 8 billion colors. It can also be used as a PC monitor. This 50" widescreen offers 8th generation plasma technology for extended reliability and viewing pleasure. Integrate this TV into home-theater by adding a Panasonic (or other brand) home-theater sound system to enjoy encompassing surround sound. Director Lighted Disc Home Theater Remote Up to 1366 x 768 pixel display for WXGA and High-Definition image resolution Up to 3000 - 1 Contrast Ratio 3D Color Management - Displays up to 8.5 billion colors and up to 2048 gradations Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 Pulldown) Real Black Drive System with deep black filter for excellent clarity and brightness Sub-Pixel Control for higher detail Motion Pattern Noise Reduction Photo Viewer SD / PC Card Slots Up to 1080i / 720p Compatible Integrated TV Guide ATSC / CableCARD Tuner Multi Window PIP viewing Aspect Adjustments (Normal, Just, Zoom and Full) 60,000 Hour Lifetime Unit Dimensions - 52.24 W x 33.19 H x 5.43 D / Weight - 114.6 lbs. Includes table stand Optional wall stand available - complies with VESA standards Panasonic 1-Year Limited Warranty

Amazon.com Product Description

Panasonic's 50-inch TH-50PX500U gas-plasma TV offers a 16:9 widescreen dimension to match the aspect ratio of your favorite feature films and an HDMI input for direct-digital connection with high-definition sources. Not that you necessarily need them--the 1366 x 768-pixel set's built-in ATSC (DTV) tuner pulls HD signals (480p/720p/1080i) right from the airwaves, and its QAM tuner is fully compatible with unscrambled HDTV cable reception. A standard analog NTSC tuner receives standard-definition (SD) programming.

The set's authorized CableCARD port means the set will also receive digital cable television systems services directly from a compatible cable operator without requiring a bulky, external cable box. You'll enjoy plug-and-play convenience wherever you are.

A plasma screen renders vivid colors like you've never seen before (as in, up to 8.85 billion in this case), extremely wide viewing angles (wider, even, than those of most LCD screens), and easy placement due to a plasma monitor's slim profile--just 5.4 inches--perfect for desk or wall mounting. Brightness tends to be extremely uniform across plasma screens, which are also impervious to the picture distortion and negative color balances that afflict CRT monitors when placed near lighting or sound systems.

The TH-50PX500U's contrast ratio is rated at an extraordinarily lifelike 3000:1, and its fine, 0.80 x 0.64 mm dot pitch means exceptionally smooth detail. With the 3D Y/C Filter you get minimized noise and cross color in your picture, providing you with a top quality picture, and the all-important quality you require from a large screen television set.

The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) offers uncompressed digital data transmission between compatible devices, as between the TH-50PX500U and a DTV satellite receiver. JPEG images taken with a digital camera that stores images to a Secure Digital card can be viewed directly on the Panasonic with the built-in SD card slot. It also offers the following connection options:

Composite AV In/Out: 3 in (1 front)/1 out
S-Video In/Out: 3 in/0 out
Component video (YPbPr) In/Out: 2 in/0 out
HDMI In/Out: 1 in/0 out
RF In/Out: 1 in/0 out
Analog audio In/Out: 3 in (1 front)/2 out
Digital optical audio In/Out: 0 in/1 out
Headphones: xx

The TV's internal stereo speakers are powered by 13 watts per channel (26 watts total). Special surround processing creates spacious 3D effects from stereo speakers and a selectable audio leveler automatically adjusts the volume level on your TV to prevent wide variations in sound between different TV stations and types of programming. You'll also be able to enjoy 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround sound via the digital optical audio connection, which you can hook up to a compatible home theater receiver.

Other features include split screen picture-in-picture (PIP), TV Guide On Screen 8-day program guide, V-Chip parental controls, on/off sleep timers, an illuminated remote control, and closed-caption decoding.

What's in the Box
Plasma TV, detachable tilt/swivel stand, remote control (with batteries), AC cord, two cable clampers, IR blaster, printed operating instructions

Customer Reviews:

Incredible Plasma guaranteed to satisfy!.......2006-01-06

This plasma is by far the best I have seen for the price and the size. I did some extensive research on this model and virtually all the reviews were highly positive. This Panasonic has the 8th generation plasma panel which is currently the state of the art. To use an automotive analogy, "You have a high end 8 cylinder engine running under the hood".
It really makes a difference, the blacks are deep in saturation and the colors are vibrant. HD TV looks incredible on this panel and regular broadcasts are well defined. DVD's look great, so when HD-DVD comes out I'm sure the video will be awesome, you get very spoiled to the HD feeds after a while. Mitsubishi and Pioneer both have equally high-end plasmas which rival this Panasonic, but there price is not in the same ballpark. For the money, you can't beat this Panasonic.

My first Plasma.......2005-11-26

Three years ago, I bought my first big screen (sony 57" rear projection HDTV). A 34" plasma at the time was probably worth the same price, so plasmas were never an option. But now comparing the two types of technologies, plasma has improved so much and prices have dropped considerably.

From what the salesman told me, this model runs off the 8th generation of plasma televisions, which is currently the latest technology. Panasonic also slightly increases its blue pixels, which supposedly gives certain images a better feeling. Also, when comparing multiple plasmas in the store, the black levels came out darker than on other tvs, such as while we comparing the letterboxes off the same source. The only reason I did not buy from him was because they did not carry the 500U model, just the 50U.

There was one store that had a 42" and a 50" 50U model side by side. There I couldn't tell a difference in size, so if price was a factor I think a 42" would have suited me just fine.

The first thing I fired up on this TV was my Xbox with the component connections. Of course the TV was set to vivid initially, but the colors were just awesome.

Second was a Toshiba DVD player with up conversion through the HDMI interface. Looks great but I can't wait for HD-DVD or Blu-ray to make its way to the market.

I'm still trying to get a strong OTA signal but have many obstacles in my way. I'll probably defer to Directv's HD service.

I've also been looking up wall mounts for this 120 lbs monster (which by the way took two people take out of the box and secure on top of my table). Sanus is currently my front runner on wall mounts, but considering its overall weight I might reconsider just a decent tabletop.

I'd recommend this TV for the plasma users out there.

Terrific!.......2005-11-22

Like many others I've been waiting for plasma to drop into the barely afforable price range. The Consummer Reports review sent me to the stores. I looked at every plasma set I could find and when I could watched them next to LCD and projection HD models. Every one looked good, the 500U looked better. Good quality DVD (Superbit Lawarence of Arabia or the Fifth Element for example) look terrific at 480P via component or HDMI inputs. Good as it was out of the box I tried a video tuneup disc and both DVD and HD movies were impressively close to film. and I bought locally at a specialty store so even with a discount from the general retail price in this area, delivery and painless setup were included. That is some thing to consider if you buy. The set weighs 114lbs. My wife gave my a hard time over the price, but the set looks good and is slim enough even with out a wall mount to sit tight against the wall.
Negatives:Standard Def cable is not as good as on a CRT, especially if streched, but it is very acceptable six or eight feet back. It has only has one HDMI input.

Panasonic TH-50PX500U.......2005-10-26

Can't say enough positive things about this set. I'm watching the local HD signals on rabbit ears - the picture is stunning. A lot of people I talk to are unaware that they can get HDTV without cable or satellite. Our market has a 24 hour PBS HD channel. I normally don't watch PBS, but they put on documentaries and travelogues shot in HD. You can't NOT watch it - not to mention the sports programming on the other over the air channels. I feed the analog cable signal thru my Replay TV. Looks great.
For some reason I wasn't recieving the FOX HD channel. Was advised to simply reprogram all the channels and it came right back up.
If you force me to find something to quibble about, here goes. I wish the remote had a CC button. To get it displayed, you have to go thru several clicks. For some reason the SAP channel has a remote button and not the CC. It's still a Great TV.

incredible plasma.......2005-10-02

I researched and personally looked at around 2 dozen 50" plasma displays at different local stores and by far the picture produced by the panasonic 500u blows away everything out there. My dad has a pioneer elite 50 which is great but we both agree the 500u's picture accross all colors and shades is far superior. It displays HD signals flawlessly and everything looks layered, If you have not seen a HD sports program you are missing out! As far as finding one of these was almost impossible, Online retailers advertise a low 3500 dollar price but can never deliver on their promise. I got the run around for 2 months from east cost retailers and finally found one at a local dealer , ended up paying 1000 dollars more but at least its sitting in my living room all hooked up and running. Pay the extra money for the 500u over the panasonic 50px. It has more features and the stand looks much better. Dont be fooled into paying 3000 or so for another 50" HD plasma! Good luck finding one. Andersons TV in Dublin, Ca has 2 left in stock.

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