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The TH-50PX600 plasma features Panasonic's 9th generation plasma display panel. This set can display up to 29 billion colors with perfect accuracy. Advanced digital processing provides video noise reduction and motion pattern noise reduction to virtually eliminate video artifacts during high-speed onscreen movement.

The set's remote control features an easy "Aspect" mode allowing you to choose between 16:9, 4:3, Full, Zoom, or Just aspect ratios. The TH-50PX600's digital comb filter enable it to display standard 480i (interlaced) content from either analog canle TV or a VCR with the best clarity and quality possible. It helps eliminate the color rainbow effect in closely spaced patterns.

SD card slot, VGA input (mini D-sub), 2 HDMI inputs, 2 sets of composite video inputs, 2 S-Video inputs, and 2 sets of component video inputs. Digital audio out, IR out, fixed audio output for external amplifier, and a program out audio jacks round out the rest of the connectors offered.

TrustedReviews.com - September 2006: On the Panasonic TH-50PX600U, John Archer writes: ".. the black level part of the above equation is arguably the most impressive we've seen on a big-screen flat TV - especially as the profound blackness of dark areas isn't achieved at the expense of the sort of shadow details that make dark scenes believable and 'three-dimensional'."

TVPredictions.com - December 2006: On the Panasonic TH-50PX600U, Phillip Swann writes: ".. The Panasonic 50-inch TH-50PX600U is the top Plasma set in the 50-inch and larger category, according to Consumer Reports.."

UltimateAVMag.com - January 2007: On the Panasonic TH-50PX600U, Joel Brinkley writes: ".. The 50-inch plasmas I reviewed as recently as three years ago were rarified products that in some respects performed better than this one - at more than double the price. I feel that Panasonic, an estimable brand, has let its guard down to become a mass-market producer, the dominant player in plasma sales. Still, even with the problems, for the price, $3,300, you will not likely find a better 50-inch plasma display."

PlasmaBuyingGuide.com: On the Panasonic TH-50PX600U, PBG writes: ".. Along with the added processing power, Panasonic has further improved the plasma panel itself, increasing the contrast ratio to as much as 10,000:1.."








PANASONIC AFFIRMS ITS INDUSTRY-LEADING POSITION WITH INTRODUCTION OF 2006 PLASMA LINE-UP

  New Line Includes   65-Inch 1080p Plasma TV
  LAS VEGAS, NV (January 4, 2006) " Panasonic, the leader in high definition and plasma TV, once again demonstrates its commitment to excellence by expanding upon its 2005 award-winning plasma line-up with the introduction of six new HD plasma TVs, including a spectacular 65-inch (diagonal screen measurement) 1080p TV.

  The 2006 line builds upon the superior quality and reputation Panasonic has established with exciting new picture improving technologies in the flat-panel display arena for almost a decade.   Additionally, the entire HD plasma line has been redesigned with stunning cosmetics, nearly invisible built-in speakers (except TH-65PX600U) and a new panel, taking picture quality to a whole new level.   Other standard features include an SD memory card slot, integrated NTSC/ATSC1/QAM tuners, HDMI inputs with HDAVI Control function and front A/V jacks for easy connection to camcorders.

  The new plasma panels are capable of reproducing up to 3072 levels of gradation, enabling an equivalent 29 billion displayable colors.  Panasonic's HD plasmas boast a maximum contrast ratio of 10,000:13, assuring the blackest blacks and whitest whites, all of which adds up to a spectacular picture with high resolution and outstanding color reproduction.

  "This past year, one of the country's most respected consumer publications rated Panasonic's HD and ED 42-inch plasma sets at the top of their categories," said Andrew Nelkin, Vice President of Panasonic's Display Group.   "Panasonic is escalating plasma panel production and development, expanding our efforts to provide consumers with the quality and innovation they have come to expect from our brand."

  The TH-65PX600U is the flagship of Panasonic's new plasma line with an incredible resolution of 1920 x 1080P. This 65-inch model is joined by two native resolution, HD models, the TH-50PX600U and TH-42PX600U.   All include advanced features such as a TV Guide On-Screen „¢ Electronic Program Guide, PC input and a CableCARD2 slot - a feature that eliminates the need for a separate set-top box to receive HD signals via cable.

  Rounding out Panasonic's HD line includes models TH-50PX60U, TH-42PX60U and TH-37PX60U. A new feature in 2006 to this line, the SD Memory Card slot with Photo Viewer4 , allows consumers to take an SD card directly from a digital still camera or camcorder and insert it directly into the TV, making it fast and easy to enjoy slide shows of their favorite photos on the big screen.   Completing the line is the TH-42PD60U, an ED set with a resolution of 852 x 480p.

  Panasonic dominated the plasma TV market throughout 2005 and fully expects to continue its success in 2006.   "Throughout much of 2005, one out of every two plasmas sold in the United States was a Panasonic model," noted Nelkin.

  "Panasonic is well-positioned to strengthen its leadership status," said Nelkin.   "With the recent opening of a new factory in Japan, our production capacity is expected to reach about 5 million panels per year in 2006.   From R&D to the manufacturing of panels and electronics, to control of the production process, Panasonic is setting the benchmark from start to finish."