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

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• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 32 x 49.3 inches
• 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.com Sales Rank: #52,348 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 28, 2005

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

Panasonic's vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of its business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use its products every day. The company shares their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

72 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	Anita - See all my reviews

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.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SHOULD HAVE BOUGHT THIS ONE THE FIRST TIME, August 13, 2005

By	Dwight F. Elliott "Prayingalways.com" (Birmingham, Alabama) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great so far!!, September 9, 2005

By	Adam M. Fitzpatrick "Fitz" (Arizona) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have had this TV for almost 2 months. We have watched multiple movies and HDTV shows via local cable company. Everything has been great. In fact, my father just ordered one for his house after coming to ours. My wife loves it because she can see it perfectly from the kitchen which is about 175 degrees to one side. Crazy!!!