Panasonic TH-50PX50U 50-Inch Flat-Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV

by Panasonic

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• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 32 x 49.3 inches ; 99.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 139 pounds
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B0007WKB5K
• Item model number: TH-50PX50U
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #145,132 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Greet the day with widescreen, flat-panel excitement from Panasonic's 50-inch TH-50PX50U. The 1,366 x 768-pixel 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 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--the TH-50PX50U is a mere 3.8 inches deep, one of the slimmest plasmas around--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-50PX50U's contrast ratio is rated at an extraordinarily lifelike 3,000:1.

The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) offers uncompressed digital data transmission between compatible devices, as between the TH-50PX50U and a DTV satellite receiver. Other connections include dual HD component-video inputs, 2 each composite- and S-video inputs, and a set of composite-video-based AV outputs simplifies hookup with an external AV receiver and speaker system.

The TV's internal stereo speakers are powered by 8 watts per channel. 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.

Other features include V-Chip Program lockout, on/off sleep timers, a remote control, and closed-caption decoding.

What's in the Box
TV, remote control, remote batteries (2 AA), a pedestal base, an AC power cord, F-type coaxial antenna adapters, ferrite cores, 2 clampers, a warranty card, a customer card, and a service-center list.

Product Description

With a 3000:1 contrast ratio and display of over 8 billion colors, the Panasonic TH-50PX50U offers an astounding widescreen picture that surpasses any LCD TV in this price range. Then Panasonic includes an ATSC tuner (in addition to the standard NTSC analog tuner) that lets you receive over-the-air widescreen HDTV broadcasts, when using an optional HDTV antenna. Got Cable-TV? This model has a slot for a CableCARD that (when used with a participating Cable service) eliminates the need for a cable box. With its native resolution of 1366x768, it's fully ready to display HDTV, in addition to older formats. In addition to composite and component video ports, this model also has an HDMI connector. HDMI is a true digital-optimized connection that delivers exceptional video and audio quality. Using 8th-generation Plasma technology, display performance is nothing short of fantastic. So if you're thinking of getting a widescreen TV for your home, here's a value-oriented TV that's ready, willing, and able to offer dependable pleasure to you. Built-In Tuners - NTSC/ATSC/QAM (SDTV and HDTV Broadcasts) CableCARD Ready Shades of Gradation - 2,048 V-Chip Program Lockout Sleep/On/Off Timers Built-In Closed Caption Decoder Photo Viewer (SD and PC Card Slots) Aspect Control - 4 - 3, Zoom, Full, Just, for TV/AV Modes; Normal, Zoom, Full for PC Mode Headphone Jack for use with optional headphone Video Input Labeling Video Picture Memory Unit Dimensions (H x W x D) - 32 x 50 x 4 / Weight - about 99 lbs Also wall mountable when using an optional wall mount Panasonic USA 1-Year limited warranty coverage. We suggest considering a RepairMaster warranty extension for added protection. Includes Remote Control

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

71 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!, July 6, 2005

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Anita - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic TH-50PX50U 50-Inch Flat-Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV (Electronics)

We priced this TV at several different places. Amazon had the lowest price... and no sales tax to pay either! Shipping fees weren't much more then stores in town were going to charge.
The picture is BEAUTIFUL. Sound is GREAT. Set up is SIMPLE. We just plugged in the power cord and connected our cable and it was ready to go. No other accessories were needed.
We did purchase a wall mounting bracket in town. It was less expensive and we could have it up and ready when TV was delivered. The TV does come with a stand.
My only complaint would be that Amazon uses a company named Eagle to ship. Eagle's service is stinky. The day it was supposed to be delivered... no phone call and no delivery. TV was in town for almost a week before being delivered. Be SURE TV works before signing delivery papers!! Once you sign the delivery papers, the TV is yours. In home warranty only.

77 of 80 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great TV, lousy delivery service, August 12, 2005

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Philip H. Lee (Glendale CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic TH-50PX50U 50-Inch Flat-Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV (Electronics)

The TV is awesome. DVD's playing through the HDMI port produces an incredible picture! Some older DVD's and standard definition broadcasts don't look as good, but is fine for everyday viewing.

The biggest thing to worry about when buying any large TV on-line, is delivery and warrantee. Amazon uses a 3rd party delivery service which was not that great. First, they did not even call me to schedule the delivery per schedule, so I had to call them to do it. Who knows when they would have gotten around to calling me. Then on the day of delivery, the driver calls at 4PM saying that he's running late. I'd been waiting since 8AM.

They finally get to my house, and tell me that they only drop the TVs off at the curb, and that they cannot move it inside or unpack it. I pointed out that the paperwork that they brought clearly states that the TV will be moved into the room of my choice, unpacked, and plugged in. Since Amazon doesn't accept large TV returns, there was no way I was going to sign anything until I knew it worked first. To make a long story slightly shorter, I had to move, unpack, and test the TV myself while I distracted the two delivery men by calling their office and having them talk to a supervisor.

It was also very difficult to track my shipment, and hard to even find a phone number to call. The link Amazon sent me didn't work, and I had to search through Amazon's site to find it. Amazon should definitely use a different service.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT THIS ONE THE FIRST TIME, August 12, 2005

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Dwight F. Elliott "Prayingalways.com" (Birmingham, Alabama) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic TH-50PX50U 50-Inch Flat-Panel HD-Ready Plasma TV (Electronics)

I bought a Dell 42" plasma. It had so many problems it wasn't funny. Matter of fact Dell knew it and continued to ship them.
Found the Pansonic on Amazon $1500 cheaper than buying it locally. Shipping was fast even though they wouldn't set it up as advertised but what a deal and tv. I keep waiting for problems and they aren't there. HDTV is high quality, remote
is feature packed and the picture is very adjustable to your own
taste. I'm watching it right now and highly recommend the Pansonic TH-50PX50U. I'm going to order a 42" version for the bedroom. Amazon is great. Shipping was resonable and the price you can't beat. We are happy in Birmingham, Alabama