Panasonic TH-50PZ700U 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV | 
| Brand: Panasonic
Category: CE
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Rating:  67 reviews
Sales Rank: 39305
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Display Size: 50
Shipping Weight (lbs): 105.8
Dimensions (in): 49.9 x 5.5 x 33.5
MPN: TH-50PZ700U
Model: TH-50PZ700U
UPC: 037988241422
EAN: 0037988241422
ASIN: B000QDBYII
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| Features:
| • | 1920 x 1080 Resolution | | • | 4096 Shades of gradation | | • | 2 HDMI Inputs | | • | Built-in SD Card Memory Slot | | • | GalleryPlayer Capable |
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Product Description
Panasonic's TH-50PZ700U 1080p Plasma TV turns your living room into a gallery. Its amazing 1920 x 1080 resolution and 1080p HD display gives you incredible picture quality, superior detail and extraordinary HDTV reproduction. The GalleryPlayer allows you to enjoy the world's finest high definition art and photography -- you'll get a free collection of high definition images to enjoy right away in your home or office. Purchase and download the images you like, and then play them on your Panasonic HDTV right from your PC. Simply insert the SD card and enjoy a photo slideshow with Photo Viewer. EZ Sync HDAVI Control lets you operate all of your home theater components by pressing a single button on your TV's remote control. Up to 5000 - 1 contrast ratio Progressive Scan Motion adaptive 3D-Y/C Digital Comb Filter Video Noise Reduction Four speakers with BBE ViVA HD3D sound; 31W output power Surround Sound NTSC/ATSC/QAM Tuners SD Card slot Anti-reflective coating Inputs - Component Audio (2 rear), Component Video Y/Pb/Pr (2 rear), PC Audio, PC Input, Mini D-sub 15-pin (rear), Audio in (2 rear, 1 front), S-Video (2 rear, 1 front), Outputs - Optical Digital Audio (1), Audio (1 rear), Composite Video (1 rear) HDMI-HDCP Interface (2 rear) EZ Sync HDAVI Control via HDMI interface (2 rear) Onscreen display languages - English/Spanish/French V-Chip Built-in closed captioning decoder Sleep/On/Off timer Video input labeling Includes pedestal stand Dimensions(HxWxD) - 31.6 x 49.9 x 5.5 Weight - 105.8 lbs.
Amazon.com Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description The Panasonic TH-50PZ700U 1080p Plasma HDTV sports an impressive 50-inch plasma screen with 1080p resolution for a wonderful viewing experience. It will feel right at home as the centerpiece of a home theater setup. An Understated Beauty
The TH-50PZ700U does not look like it's trying too hard. Instead, it lets the big screen speak for itself. The glass is surrounded by a thick glossy black bezel on all sides, with a door on the bottom to keep controls out of sight. Another hatch hides a slot for SD memory cards. Speakers--matching in color and barely noticeable--are set on both sides of the display. The understated look would be an elegant addition to any decor. 
The understated elegant looks of this Panasonic HDTV will fit in with any decor. View larger. | 
The TH-50PZ700U has connections for all your home theater components. View larger. | Outstanding Performance
The TH-50PZ700U is 1080p, meaning it has a full 1920 x 1080 resolution, the highest HD resolution available for the clearest and sharpest picture. Because of its plasma display, the black levels are deep and the uniformity of brightness is superb. The unit has 4096 shades of gradation and has up to a 5000:1 contrast ratio. Video noise reduction circuitry and a digital comb filter make sure the picture on screen is always optimal. The TH-50PZ700U will upconvert any signal you feed it and display it at 1080p. Connections
On the back, the TH-50PZ700U features two HDMI inputs, two component inputs, two composite inputs, and two S-Video inputs. Hidden beneath panels in front is another composite and S-Video input, a component video input, and a slot for SD cards. Insert an SD card filled with photos and you can watch a slide show with the built-in Photo Viewer software. TV as an Art Gallery
The TH-50PZ700U includes GalleryPlayer software you can use to display high-definition art and photography on your TV. A free collection of images is included so your television can display art even when it's not on. One-Touch Convenience
When you use the Panasonic EZ-Sync technology to connect to other compatible EZ-Sync devices via the HDMI connector, you get one-touch control over all your home theater components. For example, with one touch of a button, you can turn on the DVD player, turn on the receiver, and set the DVD player as the source while also adjusting the sound level, turn on the TV--which will accept the input signal--and play the DVD. Instead of fumbling to find all the right buttons, you can watch your movies without wondering how to set everything up. The TH-50PZ700U is backed by a 1-year limited warranty for parts and labor. What's in the Box
TH-50PZ700U plasma HDTV, remote control (with batteries), AC cord, pedestal, two cable clamper, and antenna adapter.
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Panasonic TH-50PZ700U 50" 1080p Plasma - Just beautiful September 21, 2007
Atul K. Gupta (Huntington Woods, Michgan)
136 out of 136 found this review helpful
We just bought this product a few weeks ago from Amazon for $2139 plus $199 shipping. Finally after weeks of comprehensive evaluation, and several returns we found the best 50" 1080p. We first got persuaded by a Best Buy sales person on the Samsung LN-T5263F 52" LCD - turned out the glass screen showed off too much glare from our windows. And the non-high-def channels were not that great. Plus it showed off too much snow on deep /dark colors(video noise). Then we tried the Toshiba Regza 52" LCD. While the glare was mostly gone, the noise (snow) was worse. So that went back too. Then we thought about the Sony 52" LCD - beautiful TV but it would not fit our space (too much frame width) and the blacks were just not black enough. So I came to the conclusion that even the 1080p LCDs were just not ready for my very particular video requirements. The black levels are just not there yet and the snow on large LCDs is still quite pronounced.
So I went back to Plasma. Evaluated the Samsung 1080p 50" vs. this Panasonic. Although very nice and bright, the Samsung showed more picture noise and the non-high def channels would show shadows. Then we saw the Panasonic and fell in love with that. I must say this is the best it gets today. And for $2139 bucks it is a steal compared to what you got for that 4 years ago. We also bought the latest Panasonic Blu-Ray player from Amazon. Just WOW WOW WOW. The picture on the 1080p and the uncompressed audio puts anything else to shame. We watched the latest James Bond movie in total amazement. As to the glare from the windows - we settled to darken the room with room darkening shades as opposed to losing out on brightness and contrast with LCDs. And the audio on the Panasonic when you use the HDMI cable is superb - much better than the Samsung.
Bottom line - if you really care about the picture and you are an early adopter like me - don't worry about ambient lighting. Fix that problem with room darkening shades instead of compromising with an LCD. The days of Plasma are definitely not over - they have become much better now at overall life and do not have any burn-in. And how many of us have time to watch TV during the daylight hours anyway to worry about that glare ?
Atul Gupta, Huntington Woods, Michigan
You will love this TV June 28, 2007
Siva Kolappa (San Jose, CA)
123 out of 125 found this review helpful
Have had the 50PZ700U for one month now. Fantastic TV that delivers vibrant real life pictures when paired with HD programming. I watched Jay Leno's Tonight Show in HD and was blown away by the picture clarity and color reproduction. The built-in speakers deliver superb audio and I watch most shows without turning on my receiver.
I am a perfectionist for looks, picture clarity and an audiophile. I think the TV scores exceedingly well on all three grounds in my books. The look with the black piano finish is stunning. The remote is very user friendly and very comfy to hold.
The only thing buyers should consider is, plasma tv's in general are not good handlers of glare caused by light sources. This is becuase of their glossy screens. This is true for any plasma. The anti reflective coating in this TV is not very effective - I had to draw my blinds and curtains to watch glare free during the day. Again, this is an issue only of you have a window directly opposite to your TV. If glare is a challenge for you, go for an LCD TV. I also own a Samsung 40"LCD (Samsung-LNT4065F-1080p-LCD-HDTV) in our Dining room that has a lot of light coming in. It handles the glare with ease and delivers equally good picture quality.
I think this 50PZ700U TV was well worth the investment and I am extremely pleased with my purchase. If you are looking to buy a 50" plasma, this is your best bet on all counts!
Superb picture with HD sources, all round excellent TV. June 27, 2007
Mark E. Hardman
59 out of 61 found this review helpful
Got this 2 days ago, and had a chance to put it through it's paces with HD-DVD and Blu-ray (Sony BDP-S1) sources.
The picture, once set up correctly, is frankly amazing with both 1080P sources, and particularly impressive with the Blu-ray player.
I watched Black Snake Moan, a 5 star Blu-ray transfer, and it does look superb - looks like celluloid at a GOOD theatre. Definition is superb, and blacks are nice and dark, much better than previous Panasonics. This TV replaced last years 42" Panasonic model, and in comparison black levels and contrast have improved considerably.
Another surprise is the sound from the built-in speakers, not bad at all, with reasonable bass, and it will play quite loudly. Now I only switch on the seperate surround system for movies, whereas before I'd turn it on for most programs and DVD based TV shows.
The only trouble is that now you can see the variance in HD-DVD and Blu-ray transfers, not a criticism of the TV at all, its just that it has very high definition which can show up less-than-perfect sources.
Fantastic August 24, 2007
SpazRobot (Anaheim, CA)
47 out of 50 found this review helpful
This is an absolutely gorgeous display.
It's hard to tell from the photos, but the black plastic bezel is actually glossy, not matte. Black gloss on electronics has high class swank written all over it. Yes, I said swank. And yes, it gave you goosebumps.
The built-in speakers are located on either side of the screen, not below it like they used to be on earlier models. They sound great if you choose to use them, and if not they're basically invisible and blend in naturally.
Out of the box the picture looks phenomenal. Standard definition looks as good as you could hope, but HD content is where it really shines. Take the time to calibrate your display settings using some kind of HD calibration disc like the Digital Video Essentials HD (HD DVD + DVD Combo Disc) or just search Google for one of the many free HD calibration images that'll help you tweak your color, sharpness, and everything else to get the best picture. If you skip this step and just try to eyeball it, you'll be missing out on the deep colors that this display has to offer.
This IS a 1080p TV, but it will ONLY display 1080p over an HDMI connection. It will not display 1080p picture over VGA, so if you're an Xbox 360 owner and don't have HDMI, 1080i is as good as it's going to get for you with this TV.
This is a good TV! You should totally get it. Make me proud.
Beautifully Designed Product September 21, 2007
Mark B. Carrig (Trappe, PA United States)
25 out of 27 found this review helpful
I just received this TV and what can I say except that it is a beautifully designed product from the inside out. The picture is fantastic (especially HD), the built in speakers sound great, the remote is easy to use, the programming is very well layed out, and the menus are fairly easy to navigate without cracking the book.
The unit has every kind of input you could want (two HDMI inputs). I highly reommend this product. I waited years to purchase one and did my homework. This TV is the best balance of dollars versus performance.
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