Panasonic's sleek and slender 50" TH-50PZ80U will wow you with its outstanding picture contrast and black levels. By tightly controlling the light output of each plasma cell, Panasonic has increased the contrast ratio to a remarkable 20,000:1. And a new anti-reflective filter cuts down on distracting screen reflections of room lights.
Why 1080p matters
If you look at all of the high-definition programs available from broadcast, cable, and satellite TV sources, you'll find that most of them use the 1080i format — 1920 x 1080 pixels. The TH-50PZ80U's screen is a pixel-perfect match so you won't miss any details. By comparison, "720p" plasmas must downconvert 1080i signals, throwing away a significant amount of picture information. The downconverted image still looks crisp and clear, but there's definitely less fine detail.
Built-in HD tuners for over-the-air reception
The TH-50PZ80U's built-in analog/digital tuner can pull in every type of over-the-air TV broadcast, including gorgeous, free HDTV (antenna required). In addition, the set's "QAM" tuner conveniently allows cable TV subscribers to watch most unscrambled channels without the need for a set-top box — including local network HD channels in many areas.
Clever connections that do more
The generous array of audio/video connections includes three HDMI digital inputs for hooking up the latest high-def components. If you're using other recent Panasonic HDMI-equipped components, the VIERA Link™ control system enables you to operate compatible models — like a Panasonic Blu-ray Disc™ player — using only the TV's remote. A front-panel memory card slot makes it easy to show off your digital photos on a big, beautiful screen — and without booting up your computer.
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Details:
- 49.9" screen (measured diagonally)
- widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
- built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
- built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- 20,000:1 contrast ratio (1,000,000:1 dynamic)
- 480Hz Sub-field Drive anti-blur technology
- Deep Color and x.v.Color™ support
- built-in stereo speakers (10 watts x 2)
- remote control
- VIERA Link™ simplifies remote control for compatible Panasonic components (HDMI-CEC)
- picture settings memory for each video input
- 7 A/V inputs, including:
- 2 composite video (1 rear, 1 front)
- 2 S-video (1 rear, 1 front)
- 2 component video (accepts signals up to 1080i)
- 3 HDMI v1.3 (2 rear, 1 front) — accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz)
- RF input for antenna/cable signals
- optical digital audio output for Dolby® Digital
- front SD™ memory card slot for digital photo playback
- Energy Star® compliant
- detachable stand (stand "footprint" is 18"W x 15-1/4"D)
- wall-mountable (bracket not included)
- 49"W x 31-1/8"H x 4-3/8"D (33-3/8"H x 15-1/4"D on stand)
- weight: 88.2 lbs. with stand; 83.8 lbs. without stand
- extra-long-life panel (100,000 hours)
- warranty: 1 year parts & labor — in-home service or pick-up for service
- Want more peace of mind? Extended Service Plans Available
Tip: For a list of over-the-air digital TV stations you can receive, as well as antenna recommendations for your location, enter your zip code in AntennaWeb's mapping tool.
Scheduled delivery to your door: This item will be delivered to the door of your house or apartment. Available to physical addresses in 50 United States only. Limited delivery available to Alaska and Hawaii for an additional $99 per item — call 1-888-955-6000 for more details. Sorry, we can't ship to P.O. Boxes or freight forwarders. Delivery takes 5-7 business days once your order has been processed. Extra charges may apply to items that must be carried up more than 5 flights of stairs. Allow extra time for delivery to remote addresses.
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