For years, movie enthusiasts have relied on THX-certified A/V receivers and speakers to deliver precise, theater-like surround sound in their homes. THX recently launched a certification program for HDTVs, and the Panasonic TH-50PZ800U was among the first models to pass. This set's THX badge means you can count on enjoying an accurate, lifelike picture on your favorite movies and TV shows.

THX enhancements close the gap between movie screen and TV screen
THX's strict requirements are based on tests that measure each TV's display quality (resolution, brightness level, color accuracy) and video processing (scaling, deinterlacing). To earn a passing grade, the TH-50PZ800U had to meet performance benchmarks for both standard- and high-definition video, ensuring that all your sources will look their best. Movie fans will love THX Movie Mode, a picture preset that optimizes settings for watching movies on DVD, Blu-ray, and broadcast TV.

50" widescreen HDTV (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
30,000:1 contrast ratio (1,000,000:1 dynamic)
160°(H) x 160°(V) viewing angle
Sub Pixel Controller video processing
THX Movie Mode picture preset for optimized movie viewing
24p Cinematic Playback (displays 1080p/24 content at 48Hz)
Deep Color and x.v.Color support
built-in stereo speakers (15.5 watts x 2)
multibrand remote control
VIERA Link™ simplifies remote control for compatible Panasonic components (HDMI-CEC)
picture settings memory for each video input
8 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 1080p)
* 4 HDMI v1.3 (3 rear, 1 front) — accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz)

PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)
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 15-3/8"D)
wall-mountable (bracket not included)
50"W x 31-1/4"H x 4-1/8"D (33-1/2"H x 15-3/8"D on stand)
weight: 99.3 lbs. with stand; 88.2 lbs. without stand
extra long-life panel (100,000 hours)

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