Reviews of the Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ80Q
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CNET Review
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The Bottom Line: The Panasonic PZ80Q series, available in 42-inch TH-42PZ80Q and the 50-inch TH-50PZ80Q varieties, are the first to include True2way support. We didn't review these plasmas, but they're similar to models we did review.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 86/100 and users 93/100. Comparing these reviews to 208672 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent.
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stuff.tv
Review Summary: An incredibly able plasma television for less than £750? Behold, one of the biggest bargains in modern consumer electronics
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reviewed.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ8OU is a 46-inch Plasma HDTV that typifies some of the positives and negatives of Plasma technology. Available starting at about $1300, the Viera TH-46PZ8OU is worth considering for those looking for an entry-level Plasma ...
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washingtonpost.com
Review Summary: The Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ8OU is a 46-inch Plasma HDTV that typifies some of the positives and negatives of Plasma technology. Available starting at about $1300, the Viera TH-46PZ8OU is worth considering for those looking for an entry-level Plasma ...
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Part number: TH-50PZ80Q
General
- Series VIERA
- Product type Plasma TV
- Diagonal Size 50 in - Widescreen
- Dimensions & Weight Details Panel without stand - 49.2 in x 3.7 in x 31.1 in x 83.8 lbs, Panel with stand - 49.2 in x 15.2 in x 33.2 in x 88.2 lbs
Display
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Resolution 1920 x 1080
- Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
- Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
- Image Contrast Ratio 20000:1
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio 1000000:1
- Widescreen Modes Full, Just, Zoom, Conventional 4:3
- Color Temperature Control Yes
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
- Pixel Pitch 0.576 mm
- Display Menu Language French, English, Spanish
- Comb Filter 3D-Y/C digital
- V-Chip Control Yes
- Additional Features Tru2way technology, Anti-reflective filter, Built-in SD card slot, Deep color technology
TV Tuner
- Tuner Qty 1x analog, 1x digital
- Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC
- Analog TV Tuner NTSC
Video Features
- Video Interface HDMI, S-Video, Component, Composite
- HDTV Ready Yes
- Input Video Formats 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Parental Channel Lock Yes
- Closed Caption Capability Yes
Audio System
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Mode Yes
- Audio Controls Balance, Bass, Treble
- Response Bandwidth 70 - 17000 Hz
- Output Power / Total 20 Watt
Connections
- Connector Type 2 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 3 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Front, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Front, 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Front, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Front, 1 x Composite video output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear
- Slot Provided 1 x SD Memory Card
Memory Card Reader
- Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card
Remote Control
- Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
- Supported Devices TV, DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player, Home theater sound system, Camcorder
Stands & Mounts
- Stand Included Yes
- Flat Panel Mount Interface Yes
Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power AC 120 V
- Power Consumption Operational 690 Watt
Miscellaneous
- HDCP Compatible Yes
Sustainability
- Greenpeace policy rating (Sept 2009) 4.9
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