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 Very pleased with the set January 9, 2009
This is my first review submission and I couldn't be more happy with the set. Great picture all around. The THX mode really dazzles when watching DVD's or an HD telecast. The sound is real good as well though you can't go too killer with the volume or the bass will cause vibrations. Just reduce the bass and all is well. Still sounds good.
I flipped between this set and the Samsung LCD's (6 series) and went with the Panasonic due to the non HD picture quality, better contrast and sound, and little visible motion blur when watching sports.
Happy in Texas January 8, 2009
Ordered this product on a Wednesday morning and had a call on Thurday to deliver it to me on Friday. Driver brought it in, unboxed it, set it up and made sure everything worked. This was very fast and easy.
The Plasma looks great and is working great. I am totally happy with it.
Quality and Value un-matched! January 7, 2009
This television makes good on all of the promises and praises I've read all over the internet as well as from employees of Panasonic. I've worked in retail electronics for 9 years now and this is hands down the best TV I have ever seen.
Not only is this a great looking TV, it's designed better than most. Panasonic makes there own panels. Panasonic uses twice as many drivers in their panels as some other leading manufactures. Panasonic is the only manufacture of televisions you're going to find in your typical chain brick and mortar store that actually cared to seek out the coveted THX certification. They also happen to be the only one to ever build a 150" plasma that works. That said, let's get to the nitty gritty.
Contrast - 30,000:1 native contrast ratio and 1,000,000:1 dynamic. This means your brights will be brighter and your darks will be darker. With all the lights off in your viewing room watching a movie with lot's on contrast can make the outer border of your TV chassis all but disappear. You'll swear you're right there next to Batman!
480Hz Sub Field Drive - those drivers we talked about earlier, they sample incoming signal 480 times per second. . . beat that LCD. You can keep your stupid 120Hz "True Motion plus" junk.
Viera Link HDAVI Control - This is a serious geek feature. For those of you with an HDMI equipped device like a Panasonic Blu Ray player or an Onkyo audio receiver you'll be able to control these external devices with the TV's remote. There are limits to what you can do with the TV's remote in this type of set up, but it's just awesome to be able to adjust volume on your receiver using the TV's remote when the receiver is locked away in an unseen closet.
THX Certified - There's a list of about 20 requirements that a TV must meet in order to obtain the display certification from THX. The fact is, there are plenty of great TV's out there that could probably get this certification, but, they didn't. The THX mode in this TV adjusts the picture settings to replicate the settings used during the certification process, you may like the way it looks, you may not. But it's a good option to start with when getting your TV set up for your room and viewing conditions.
Some other features not mentioned in the regular lit you may find: This uses less power than comparable televisions it's size. There are four cooling fans at the top of the unit to cool the panel. Front HDMI input in case your buddy brings over their console gaming system and you don't want to take it off the wall.
Recommendations:
1. Buy this TV.
2. Spring for the 58" if you're thinking about it.
3. Get to know your menus, play with picture settings, customize your display to suite your room and your tastes.
4. Forget about component video, S-Video and composite. HDMI is the present. It's no longer only the "wave of the future."
5. Go Blu Ray. Just about any decent quality Blu Ray player paired with this TV will make all of your old DVD's look better than you've ever seen. The upsampling process of the TV makes you just swear everything you watch is HD. . .well it ain't. The TV is just that good.
Conclusion: In case you haven't noticed when it comes to this TV, I am a fan. And No, I don't work for Panasonic. A great friend of mine, his father, my father and myself all own this TV. I'm an advocate to say the least. I guarantee that if you take the plunge and purchase this TV it will be the best TV you've ever owned. Of course a couple of years from now someone will come out with something even better and this review will be pointless, but right now, this is the best you'll find for the money.
Trust me.
Fantastic! January 6, 2009
I've been very happy with this 50 inch Panasonic. The THX setting provides a practically perfect picture and is excellent except when there is a ton of daylight in the room. I think the sound quality is pretty terrific also. Great for movies and sports. The TV this replaced, that I moved upstairs, was a 2007 42 inch Panasonic. And this is head and shoulders above that set which I thought was pretty awesome before this one arrived. Two thumbs way up.
Every bit as good as I knew it would be... January 6, 2009
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I did a lot of research so I already knew I was getting a great tv. This is my first HDTV and it is just great. I connected a PS3 and surround system and played my only blu ray movie, Ironman. Wow, I spent 2 hours with my mouth hanging open. Better experience than a movie theater in my opinion. Dish Network will be installed this weekend, looking forward to that. THX mode and 24p settings are great for movies. You may wish to turn off the C.A.T.S. setting. It made the picture much too dark.
Some people are reporting excellent "white glove" delivery and some are not. "White glove" sounds like something special. My delivery was anything but special. After several days I called Pilot to ask about the tv. They said they had it and they may be in my area next week they will call to set an appointment. Next week came and went with no call. I checked the tracking number and it said that the tv was delivered. So I called again and was told the tv was delivered. Then they said it was given to another trucking company, I should call them. So I called them. They said the tv was delivered. Then they said it was given to yet another shipping company, I should call them. So I called them. You already know what they said. Then they decided they actually did have the tv and could bring it tomorrow. I actually no longer wanted the tv at this point, I was getting a little upset. What saved the day was the two friendly, experienced professional delivery guys that brought the tv to my house. The box was in perfect condition, they brought it into the house, took it out of the box, and set it where I wanted. I got lucky. This delivery service should not be touted as something special if they cannot make it special for everyone. I am very disappointed with Amazon and I always start with Amazon when I am planning a purchase.
Make no mistake though. This tv is awesome! Don't hesitate to get one.
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