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Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P Plasma Display

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REVIEW OF THE PANASONIC 50" HDTV PLASMA TV

• Panasonic Plasma 50" HDTV Review

The Panasonic Plasma TH-50PX25U/P features a high contrast ratio of 3000:1, making for a super bright, razor-sharp picture. With 1024 x 768 lines of resolution, the Panasonic TH50PX25UP is High Definition Television (HDTV) capable, and includes an integrated ATSC/QAM tuner for receiving HDTV broadcasts.

Plasma Display Specifications
Screen Size	50" diagonal
Screen Aspect	16:9
Contrast Ratio	3000:1
Brightness	400cd/m2
Pixel Pitch	0.81 x 0.81 mm
hSync	[not published]
vSync	[not published]
Color System	NTSC, ATSC/HDTV
Data Signals	VGA, SVGA, XGA
TV Scan Lines	480p, 720p, 1080i
Input Terminals
Composite Video	3 (RCA)
S-Video	3 (4-pin mini DIN)
Component Video	2 (RCA x 3)
VGA RGB Signal	1 (15-pin mini d-Sub)
HDMI Interface	1
Stereo Audio In	5 (RCA L/R)
PC Audio In	1 (mini stereo plug)
Output Terminals
Plasma Monitor Accessories
Audio Amplifier	13W x 2
Speakers	Built In Speakers
Mounting Options	Table Stand Included
Also Included: Integrated Bass-Reflex Stereo Speakers with AI Sound Pedestal Stand Remote w/Batteries User's Manual
Dimensions and General Specs.
Power Supply	100-120V @ 50-60Hz
Power Consumption	[not published]
Dimensions	52.3" x 34.3" x 5.5"
Weight	125.70 lbs.
FCC Class	FCC Class B, Home Use

Key Features of the Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P 50" Plasma Monitor

• Built-in NTSC Tuner for SDTV Standard Television
• Built-in ATSC/QAM Tuner for HDTV Broadcasts
• Cable CARD slot replaces your current cable box
• Built-in 26 Watt, 3-D sound Speaker System
• Lightweight, Ultra-Thin Design with sleek pedestal stand
• 1366 x 768 pixel resolution
• HDTV 1080i compatability
• 50" Diagonal Screen Size
• 2-Tuner Picture-in-Picture with Split-Screen Display, Scalable P-I-P Image Size
• Motion-Adaptive 3D Y/C Digital Comb Filter
• BBE® ViVA High-Definition 3D Sound
• Artificial Intelligence Picture and Sound
• 16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio
• Anti-Reflective Screen Coating
• Wide Viewing Angle (160º)
• Progressive Processing
• 1,070 Million Display Colors
• 3000:1 Contrast Ratio
• HDMI high definition digital interface
• Component Video Inputs, S Video Input
• Remote Control Included

Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P Plasma TV

The Panasonic Plasma TH-50PX25U/P features a high contrast ratio of 3000:1, making for a super bright, razor-sharp picture. With 1024 x 768 lines of resolution, the Panasonic TH50PX25U is High Definition Television (HDTV) capable, and includes an integrated ATSC/QAM tuner for receiving HDTV broadcasts.

Panasonic Plasma Technology

HDTV (1080i, 720p) and EDTV (480p) Display Capability
This Plasma TV enables you to view high-definition or enhanced-definition TV programming in the 1080i or 480p signal format. A DTV signal must be present in your area and the set-top box must be tuned to the proper channel. An external over-the-air antenna may be required. The Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P can also accept 720p signals from a PC input.

Built-in NTSC and ATSC TV Tuners
The TH-50PX25U/P includes an integrated ATSC tuner that pulls HDTV signals (480p/1080i) right out of the airwaves, and its QAM tuner is fully compatible with unscrambled HDTV cable reception. A standard analog NTSC tuner receives standard-definition (SD) programming, and 2-tuner/split-screen picture-in-picture gives you unparalleled viewing convenience with scalable image sizes.

3000:1 Contrast Ratio
A high contrast ratio provides deep blacks and bright whites, and every subtle shade in between. With an incredible contrast ratio of 3000:1, the TH-50PX25U/P delivers brilliant, razor-sharp images that appear almost three-dimensional.

Progressive Processing
Progressive Scan displays a full frame of video in 1/60th of a second by de-interlacing the incoming video signal and progressively scanning the image. With it, you generally don't see the horizontal scan lines that are often visible in ordinary television images.

Convenience Features

2-Tuner Picture-in-Picture with Split-Screen Display
Lets you view two programs at once by dividing the screen.

Scalable P-I-P Image Size
This Panasonic Plasma TV lets you choose the size of the picture-in-picture window from as small as 1/16 to as large as 1/4 of the main picture.

Cable CARD Technology
The Cable CARD feature of the Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P lets you connect directly to your Cable CARD-compliant cable TV system without the need for the standard bulky cable box. Check with your cable provider for compatibility.

Lightweight, Ultra-Thin Design
The TH-50PX25U/P is a high-resolution flat plasma panel light enough to hang on a wall, allowing you to open up space in your bedroom or living room.

16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio
This widescreen TV has a width-to-height ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing you with cinema-style entertainment right in your own home. Moreover, it enables full-screen viewing of high-definition broadcasts and DVD videos, which are produced in 16:9 format.

Trilingual On-Screen Display
You have the option of viewing on-screen settings in English, Spanish or French.

V-Chip Program Lock Out
Allows you to program the television to block out specific TV channels.

ENERGY STAR® Compliant for Low Energy Consumption

Audio System Features

Built-in Speaker System
The TV's internal 2-way, biamplified stereo speakers are powered by 13 watts total per channel and use 5 separate drivers per speaker for extra richness and clarity. BBE ViVA HD3D surround processing creates authentic-sounding 3D effects from stereo speakers and exceptional sound-stage imaging, helping to ensure optimal clarity for centrally staged audio material such as dialogue. Artificial intelligence sound automatically adjusts the volume level on your TV to prevent wide variations in sound between different TV stations and types of programming.

BBE® ViVA High-Definition 3D Sound
BBE High-Definition sound provides true linear phase correction and dynamic amplitude compensation, improving speech intelligibility and the dynamic range of musical passages, giving music a realistic, 'live' presence. No other audio processor brings natural clarity and crisp definition to the spoken work like BBE can. With BBE, the spoken word can be heard clearly and easily, and at lower volume levels. BBE ViVA is a new High Definition 3D Sound technology which integrates a 3D enhancement effect with BBE High Definition Sound. BBE ViVA creates an authentic and exciting 3D sound effect from stereo speakers while preserving the clarity, definition, presence and texture for which BBE High Definition Sound is noted. An important feature of BBE ViVA is its ability to maintain proper sound stage imaging. Ordinary 3D sound effects often tear the stereo image down the middle, resulting in centrally staged audio material, such as dialogue, becoming fuzzy or even disappearing. BBE ViVA is different because it maintains crystal clarity for solo vocals and movie dialogue.

Terminals and Connections

Enhanced "Jack Pack"
The TH-50PX25U/P features an enhanced "jack pack" including: one front and two rear A/V inputs; one front and two rear S-Video inputs; and two rear component inputs and an HDMI interface.

HDMI Input
The Panasonic TH-50PX25U/P display features HDMI input. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is the first industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and an audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV). HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio, with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements.

Component Video Inputs - 2 Back
Provide outstanding resolution and color accuracy for video images, and can accept either progressive or interlaced signals from a variety of sources including DVD players and DTV set-top receivers/ decoders. The three-wire connection is comprised of the luminance signal (Y) and two color difference signals, R-Y (PR) and B-Y (PB).

S Video Input Jacks - 1 Front and 2 Back
Allows you to connect a DBS (digital broadcast satellite), DVD player, or other video source directly to the luminance and chrominance circuits of the TV set. By keeping color and luminance information separate, cross-color interference is virtually eliminated from the picture.

SD Memory Card Slot
The TH-50PX25U/P features an SD Memory Card slot. Images from a digital still camera or digital video camera stored on the card can be viewed on the large screen, allowing users to enjoy slide shows without needing extra connection cables or other equipment.

PC Card Slot
By putting a memory card from a digital still camera into a PC card adapter, and then placing it in the TH-50PX25U/P's PC card slot, you can view JPEG images on your TV. Compatible Memory Cards include: Standard SD Memory Card, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, MultimediaCard and Smart Media.

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Panasonic 50" Plasma TV Customer Reviews

-----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: Mark Zambron Location:New York City, NY -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH50PHD6UY Desribe-Input-Signals: I have not yet tried a true high definition signal into the screen, but component hook-ups from DVD including Playstation2 have proven brilliant, with excellent contrast. DVI hook-up is pending. Broadcast antenna and satellite receiver in SDTV signals have been fair. Desribe-Plasma-Installation: The display is mounted within a homemade entertainment center on a wall mounted swivel system. Very clean look to mounting system and screen. Desribe-Plasma-Functions: The on-screen menu is simple to use, as is the remote. The input selection is basic, and the physical layout of inputs are easy to access and interchange. Desribe-Buying-Experience: I purchased the screen on-line from PlasmaDepot. It arrived about a week later in perfect condition. The website and its links were most helpful in learning about plasma displays, and multiple third party reviews supported the vendor as reliable. -----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: Chris Avron Location: Henderson, NV -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH50PHD6UY Q: Describe the picture of the plasma TV/LCD monitor in terms of clarity, color reproduction, contrast and brightness. A: Color is great, the blacks are great in the picture, but the bars on either side or on top and bottom are a bit grey. Only having the TV a few days, and not watching a lot of it in general, it makes it a bit difficult to compare. The brightness is overwhelmingly clear and provides tons of lght and color. There appear to be no differences in contrast between this monitor and my previous 32" CRT TV. The clarity is so good that with an older movie (Lost in Space 1998), the greaphics seems almost childish at some points. Technology has come so far in that field, but it is almost unnoticeable in a CRT. Q: What are your general comments on your Plasma TVs/LCD Monitors? How do you like it? A: I love the monitor. It is a great addition to my home theater set-up. It sits almost flat to the wall, even tilted. At first, I though that a TV hang 3-5" from the wall would look stupid, but it fits very nicely. You don't even seem to notice that it is there. Q: How would you best describe the design and looks of the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? A: The design and looks are fairly plain. It looks like a big TV screen. I actually overwhelmingly prefer the Pioneer Elite PRO 1000's looks and style, but the color repro was not near as good and the price was significantly more due to the Urushi finish. I would like future models to be a bit more stylish since it is almost a piece of art. Q: What is the Plasma TV/LCD used for? A: Bedroom Q: Please explain how the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor was installed. I installed it. I built a wall using 2x6's in an existing TV niche built into my home. I then mounted the bracket to the newly built wall and placed the TV in the bracket. Q: Where did you purchase your Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? How was your buying experience? A: DTVCity.com - The experience was phenomenal........I would highly recommend to anyone looking for high-end video monitors to purchase from Laura at DTVCity.com. She was extremely knowledgeable and resourceful. I am 100% completely satisfied with this vendor! -----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: Jonathan Marsh Location: Roslyon Harbor, NY -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH50PHD6UY Q: Describe the picture of the plasma TV/LCD monitor in terms of clarity, color reproduction, contrast and brightness. A: Crystal clear with excellent color and contrast Q: What are your general comments on your Plasma TVs/LCD Monitors? How do you like it? A: I love it. It's like being at the movies or a sports bar. Q: How would you best describe the design and looks of the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? A: Fits with our modern look, but would probably fit in with any decor. Q: Plasma TV Inputs used? A: 1 Component using RCA - BNC Cables Q: Please explain how the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor was installed. Installed on the Bello PVS-4260 plasma system, which is very sharp and modern looking. Q: Where did you purchase your Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? How was your buying experience? A: Purchased from DTVExpress over the phone after researching on the internet. It was very easy start to finish. -----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: George Rossman Location: Las Vegas, Nevada -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH50PHD6UY Q: Describe the picture of the plasma TV/LCD monitor in terms of clarity, color reproduction, contrast and brightness. A: Size & design are very good, we built ours into a motorized cabinet that raises it up out of the top of the cabinet for viewing. Q: What are your general comments on your Plasma TVs/LCD Monitors? How do you like it? A: I think it's great. Q: How would you best describe the design and looks of the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? A: Size & design are very good, we built ours into a motorized cabinet that raises it up out of the top of the cabinet for viewing. Q: What is the Plasma TV/LCD used for? A: Home Living Room Q: Where did you purchase your Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? How was your buying experience? A: I don't know how DTVCity could improve. They were great in following up with me on a credit card problem. Also the shipping was right on time, good company. -----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: Ailon Grushkin Location: New York City, NY br> -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH50PHD6UY Q: Describe the picture of the plasma TV/LCD monitor in terms of clarity, color reproduction, contrast and brightness. A: The clarity is average when viewing regular cable tv using an analog box. In fact, it may be deemed poor considering it accentuates the defects in the broadcast and i get Humbars on some stations. HOWEVER, when using my DVD player - the TV is absolutely MAGINFICENT! The sound, the colors, the clarity, brightness.... ALL just plain AWESOME! Q: What are your general comments on your Plasma TVs/LCD Monitors? How do you like it? A: The Panasonic 50' Plamsa TV is truly magnificent. It is just so impressive and awe inspiring hanging on the wall in my bedroom. In fact, I spent the entire day just viewing movies on this wonderful piece of equipment. Q: How would you best describe the design and looks of the Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? A: Like I said above - the design is sleek and just incredibly impressive when you see it hanging on the wall. It is truly grand and makes a powerful statement. Q: Where did you purchase your Plasma TV/LCD Monitor? How was your buying experience? A: DTVCITY.COM . EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE! Came very quickly. -----CUSTOMER INFORMATION----- Name: Steve Sharp Location: Los Gatos, CA USA -----PLASMA TV INFORMATION----- Manufacturer: Panasonic Model: TH-50PHD6UY PICTURE: Overall, the panel has met or exceeded my expectations. I have it set up with two composite/S-video inputs, one each for my DirecTV/TiVo box and my ReplayTV (connected to a DirecTV receiver). I'm experimenting with composite versus S-video, but haven't found a clear winner yet. I've also adjusted the picture somewhat based on various web forum input to reduce brightness, contrast, and color to extend panel life and smooth out the SD satellite input. Viewed from about 10-12 feet the picture is as good as my old 27" tube set, but much larger (obviously!). The Panasonic "just" or "auto" modes do a pretty good job stretching the image to fit the 16:9 screen without making it look obviously distorted or losing too much of the picture I've got a new Sony DVD with progressive scan component outputs connected to the component inputs. Even with almost no picture adjustment the picture is just awesome! A DVD I have made from an IMAX film gives incredible detail and smoothness, even from viewing as close as 8 feet. I don't have a true High Definition source (yet!), so I can't comment on that mode, but if the DVD is as good as it is, then HD input should be great, too INSTALLATION: The display is installed in our living room on a Panasonic pedestal stand as a temporary measure until we decide just where to mount the articulating wall mount we purchased with the display. Our sitting position is slightly off center to the spot on the wall where it will be mounted, so the ability to have the display at an angle to the wall was a plus The display looks great even when off with it's subtle charcoal color border. It looks even better when it's on (of course!) PLASMA FUNCTIONS: The remote is simple but has the necessary functions easily at hand. I use the TiVo remote for almost everything as it will also control the display's power, input selection, and volume. Only when I need to adjust the display picture settings or aspect ratio do I use the display remote The menus are simple and easy to follow, even for things such as picture settings The display came with inputs for PC (RGB), Component/RGB, and composite/S-video. I purchased an optional input module so I could have two composite/S-video inputs. I can easily replace this with a DVI/HDCP module in the future when (not if) I go to HD satellite. I like this flexibility The input selection is simple, but I wish it would skip inputs with no signal on them. I don't have a PC connected to the RGB connector and leave the DVD player turned off most of the time, but you need to cycle through all the inputs to get from composite input #2 to #1. There is a shortcut if you use the display remote where you can select the PC input directly, then press "input" once to get composite #1, but I can't do this from the TiVo remote Most of my complaints are really more nit picking, as overall I think this display has great picture and input/up-conversion flexibility. I am very happy with it QUALITY RATING: 9

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