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| About - Panasonic Viera TC-P50ST50 |
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The Panasonic Viera TC-P50ST50 is a 50-inch plasma HDTV with a native resolution of 1920x1080 (1080p). This TV has a 3D mode that requires the use of special glasses to see three-dimensional images. This model is Internet-enabled and can access online content, including streaming movie services. It has an Ethernet jack for connecting to your home network via a cable. This TV is also Wi-Fi-capable, so you can connect it to your home network wirelessly. Its DLNA certification enables you to view digital photos stored on a compatible computer, phone, or other mobile device also connected to your home network. There are 4 HD-capable inputs: 3 HDMI and 1 component-video, which can also be used as composite-video. It also has 2 USB ports, which may allow you to plug in a thumb drive or memory card reader so you can play the stored photos, videos, and music on the TV. The Panasonic Viera TC-P50ST50 measures 29.8 inches high by 46.5 inches wide by 13.2 inches deep, including its base. The panel itself is 1.8 inches thick including any protrusions, and the screen has a glossy finish. The bezel framing the screen is gloss black with clear border. The warranty on this TV covers parts/labor for 12/12 months, respectively. Related models in this series include the VIERA TC-P55ST50, VIERA TC-P60ST50, VIERA TC-P65ST50. |
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Panasonic is a market leader in plasma TVs, offering a line of consumer sets ranging from value-oriented 42-inch sets to full-featured 3D internet-capable 65-inch sets. It has further expanded its LCD TV lines this year and now offers LCD TVs ranging up to 55 inches, including "active" and "passive" 3D TVs and internet-enabled "smart" TVs. |
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| Features & Specs - Panasonic Viera TC-P50ST50 | |
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Native resolution |
1920x1080 |
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Frame rate (Hz) |
NA |
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Wi-Fi |
Built-in |
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HDMI inputs |
3 |
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Component-video |
0 |
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Overall height (in.) |
29.8 |
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Overall width (in.) |
46.5 |
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Overall depth (in.) |
13.2 |
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| General Information | |
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| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
| Manufacturer Website Address | www.panasonic.com |
| Product Line | Viera |
| Product Series | ST50 |
| Product Model | TC-P50ST50 |
| Product Name | Viera TC-P50ST50 Plasma TV |
Consumer Reports User Reviews
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Excellent Value
5/15/2013
Pros
Fairly easy to use
Great picture quality
Picture
Wi-fi And Viera Cast
Cons
Best Uses
Computer
Movies
Netflix Amazon Prime
TV
Comment:
It really does have a great picture<br /><br />I've had it for 18 months - no issues and I do leave it on for long periods of time. No issues of burn in.<br /><br />As with most of these types of TVs you need external speakers - I hooked it up to a Yamaha surround system: works great. The signal for the Panasonic is quite good.<br /><br />I also have a LCD/LED TV (47) - it's overall picture quality is not as good as this plasma.<br /><br />I've only used the 3D feature a few times as I really hate wearing the glasses. However, it does work quite well. Perhaps another reason for the better quality picture - the glass needed for the 3D.<br /><br />Note, the 3D TV is heavier than the regular ones due to the glass - this one weighs about 70 lbs.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
Lasted18 months
3/23/2013
Pros
Cons
Longevity
Best Uses
Comment:
Have 3 Panasonic plasmas. One for over 8 years.<br /><br />This set gave up the ghost at 18 months. Out of warranty. Arg!
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)
Beware of burn-in problem!
3/20/2013
Pros
Cons
Burn-in After 6 Weeks
Burn-in Not Warranteed
Best Uses
Comment:
If you need a further reason not to buy a Panasonic plasma television besides the fact that the company has announced it is getting out of the plasma business, please read the following:<br /><br />On December 3, 2012, the Geek Squad installed a 50-inch Panasonic VIERA HD 3D plasma TV (TC-P50ST50), purchased from Amazon, in my living room. After less than six weeks, the screen displayed a burn-in image of the Fox Business Network information bar across the bottom. (I had watched Imus in the Morning on FBN Monday through Friday from 6 am-9 am, but at no other time.)<br /><br />I contacted Panasonic customer service and was advised that a local service provider (XP Electronics in Nashua, N.H.) would need to examine the set. Two days later, an highly professional XP tech examined the set, confirming in a report to Panasonic that the unit has permanent 'burn in' damage to PDP panel assembly. Fox News Channel logo (sic) and ticker burnt in at bottom of screen. This issue is not covered thru mfg. warranty. Please note: issue is not image retention. Plasma panel would need to be replaced!<br /><br />Over the next six weeks, I spoke with a parade of Panasonic customer service reps and supervisors: Nigel, Lorenzo, Omar, Allison, Orlando and Trisha (they are not permitted to give last names, probably so they can't be re-contacted or held accountable.) At every step in the process I was given inaccurate, conflicting and misleading information regarding the status of my complaint, apologies about the actions of the previous, and a promise to rectify that and be in touch with me within 72 hours. In not a single instance did I receive a return call within a week; in every case, I had to re-initiate contact.<br /><br />Ultimately, I was informed that burn-in is specifically excluded from Panasonic's warranty and that the company would do nothing to resolve the issue. (Note that Panasonic's Canadian warranty does not exclude burn-in. My guess is the Canadian regulators would not permit it.)<br /><br />My final contact was with Arlene in the company's customer relations department at Panasonic USA headquarters in Secaucus, N.J. She acknowledged the total lack of competent handling of my complaint, but reiterated the company's stand that the problem was not covered by warranty and would not be repaired or replaced.<br /><br />While she refused to go on record agreeing with the following statement (though offering nothing to rebut it), I can only draw this conclusion: Panasonic believes it is normal and acceptable for its plasma televisions to experience burn-in within six weeks on a new TV that has been used strictly in accordance with all the recommendations and information provided in the product's user guide.<br /><br />With policies like that, one can't help but wonder if it's not a good thing that Panasonic is exiting the plasma TV business. In the meantime, save yourself a big headache and look to other brands.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
User has 2 Months of experience with this product
Beware of burn-in problem not covered by warranty; do not buy!
03/20/2013
Strength
Weakness
If you need a further reason not to buy a Panasonic plasma television besides the fact that the company has announced it is getting out of the plasma business, please read the following:On December 3, 2012, the Geek Squad installed a 50-inch Panasonic VIERA HD 3D plasma TV (TC-P50ST50), purchased from Amazon, in my living room. After less than six weeks, the screen displayed a burn-in image of the Fox Business Network information bar across the bottom. (I had watched Imus in the Morning on FBN Monday through Friday from 6 am-9 am, but at no other time.)I contacted Panasonic customer service and was advised that a local service provider (XP Electronics in Nashua, N.H.) would need to examine the set. Two days later, an highly professional XP tech examined the set, confirming in a report to Panasonic that the unit has permanent burn in damage to PDP panel assembly. Fox News Channel logo (sic) and ticker burnt in at bottom of screen. This issue is not covered thru mfg. warranty. Please note: issue is not image retention. Plasma panel would need to be replaced!Over the next six weeks, I spoke with a parade of Panasonic customer service reps and supervisors: Nigel, Lorenzo, Omar, Allison, Orlando and Trisha (they are not permitted to give last names, probably so they cant be re-contacted or held accountable.) At every step in the process I was given inaccurate, conflicting and misleading information regarding the status of my complaint, apologies about the actions of the previous, and a promise to rectify that and be in touch with me within 72 hours. In not a single instance did I receive a return call within a week; in every case, I had to re-initiate contact.Ultimately, I was informed that burn-in is specifically excluded from Panasonics warranty and that the company would do nothing to resolve the issue. (Note that Panasonics Canadian warranty does not exclude burn-in. My guess is the Canadian regulators would not permit it.)My final contact was with Arlene in the companys customer relations department at Panasonic USA headquarters in Secaucus, N.J. She acknowledged the total lack of competent handling of my complaint, but reiterated the companys stand that the problem was not covered by warranty and would not be repaired or replaced.While she refused to go on record agreeing with the following statement (though offering nothing to rebut it), I can only draw this conclusion: Panasonic believes it is normal and acceptable for its plasma televisions to experience burn-in within six weeks on a new TV that has been used strictly in accordance with all the recommendations and information provided in the products user guide.With policies like that, one cant help but wonder if its not a good thing that Panasonic is exiting the plasma TV business. In the meantime, save yourself a big headache and look to other brands.
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