Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT30 50-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 46.4 x 13.2 x 29.7 inches ; 65.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 70 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004MME76K
• Item model number: TC-P50GT30
  

Product Description

Size: 50-Inch
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3D Technologies Checklist
This item is 3D-associated. To support you get a good 3D expertise, use the checklist beneath to guarantee you have anything you need to have. 3D viewing calls for:
A DisplayFirst, you will want a 3D-ready display--whether or not it's a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D laptop or computer monitor. These displays have extra processing power than standard 2D models for displaying 3D pictures in rapid succession.
A SourceYour display might be ready for 3D playback, but you will nonetheless have to have a device to read 3D content. This can be a cable box with a subscription to a 3D channel, a 3D Blu-ray Disc player, or a PlayStation three method.
3D Content3D content--the actual entertainment, in other words--will be played back applying the source mentioned above, no matter whether it's a 3D broadcast from your cable provider, a 3D Blu-ray Disc, or a 3D video game.
3D GlassesFor now, the vast majority of 3D HDTVs need glasses for 3D viewing. Lots of use powered "active shutter" glasses, other individuals polarized "passive" glasses. You will want a single pair per viewer, and they'll have to be compatible with your display, regardless of whether they are the similar brand, or a pair of "universal" glasses developed to perform across brands.
HDMI CableTo connect your source (such as a 3D Blu-ray Disc player) to your display, you'll will need a high-speed HDMI cable. Cables with this designation feature bandwidth speeds up to 10.2 Gbps (gigabits per second), for carrying the 3D signal with no any loss of high quality.
If you want to get alot more specifics about 3D, shop our 3D products, watch videos, or interact with other shoppers, we invite you to stop by 3D 101, our buyer center about everything 3D.
Internet-Prepared Television
Web-prepared TVs use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content, whether or not it's streaming video from Netflix, new music from Pandora, or a swift glance at today's weather forecast.
While there is overlap, each and every manufacturer delivers a distinctive bundle of zero cost or paid services, such as streaming video and music, social networking apps, online photo galleries, news and financial updates, weather info, sports scores, and a variety of other smartphone-like applications.
Manufacturers continue to add new content material to their offerings, keeping buyers present through firmware updates, and making a bit of investigation a prudent step in your buying selection.
Understand much more about World-wide-web TVs, how they perform, what services are provided by diverse producers, and specifically what you'll need to have to get began at our Net Television 101 buyer center.
(March 2011)
Step into the 3D Planet. The VIERA GT30 Series Complete HD 3D Plasmas develop an all new viewing expertise by placing you inside the action and generating a new world of Television viewing realism.

Infinite Black two
In new VIERA models, contrast in brightly lit locations has been drastically enhanced. Enhancements to the panel and cells aid reproduce images with smooth, natural gradation and deep, rich blacks even when viewed in bright surroundings. In films, the correct, deep blacks faithfully convey the intent of the filmmakers, adding power and realism to the viewing expertise.
Complete-time 1080 Moving Image Resolution
VIERA plasma TVs have 1,080 lines of moving-image resolution. Newly created phosphors with minimal afterimages and a new motion compensating technology have created it feasible to render quicker-moving pictures with higher sharpness. This far surpasses the APDC moving-picture resolution measurement normal of 5 seconds by offering a moving-image resolution of 1,080 lines at the 1.five-second level. And it shows the inherently clear motion of VIERA TVs in both 2D and 3D pictures.
3D 24p Cinema Smoother
VIERA incorporates technology that analyzes image specifics in each the preceding and succeeding frames, and creates a precise supplementary frame between them. This suppresses the jerky effect noticed in films, so playback is smooth and all-natural-looking. The distinctive tonal qualities and atmosphere of the movie are preserved, and you get pleasure from tremendously lifelike 3D images.
Frame Sequential Technologies
Panasonic utilizes Complete-HD Frame Sequential technology to create its 3D pictures. Pictures recorded in 1920 x 1080 pixels for both the perfect-eye and the left-eye alternately flash on the screen at the ultra-high rate of 120 frames per second. When you view the screen via active-shutter glasses that open and close each lens in sync with the alternating pictures, you see breathtaking Full HD 3D pictures with spectacular power and realism.
Dynamic Contast
By combining the highly light-transmissive IPS Alpha Panel and high-brightness backlight, Panasonic have attained each high contrast and low power consumption. Also, by detecting the contrasting components of the scene, the backlight is adjusted to preserve a brightness that is optimal for every single region. Deep blacks are reproduced with no fading. The contrast amongst the brilliance of diamond-like stars and the deep black of the night sky produces a sharp, crisp image.


600Hz Sub-field Drive
600Hz technology lets you view excellent full-HD motion and nonetheless pictures. For even greater clarity with motion images, Panasonic makes use of its personal unique image-evaluation technology. This technology converts the motion in every single scene into dots. And every single frame is practically displayed for a shorter length of time than in prior systems, to lower aftereffects.
Game Mode
Games are much even more enjoyable when there's no lag in operation. VIERA automatically chooses settings that supply the optimal image, so you get super-quickly response and no delays. Even dark scenes with delicately rendered specifics are breathtaking and effortless to see.
3D Image Viewer
It's painless to view 3D images and films you shot yourself on the big VIERA screen. After shooting with your 3D-compatible camera or camcorder, simply insert the SD card into the slot on a 3D-compatible VIERA Tv. The viewing is outstanding, with pictures so realistic it feels as although you're suitable back in the moment. You'll discover that life's special moments are even more memorable when you preserve them in 3D.
VIERA Connect
The exciting world of IPTV, centering on Television, is about to start for the enjoyment of the entire family members. Now you can delight in intuitive remote control whilst relaxing on the living space sofa, with a wide variety of content at your fingertips. In the close to future, Television will also be able to link with a tablet device to realize entirely new types of entertainment that you've under no circumstances ahead of experienced.
VIERA Link
VIERA Link interlinks the operation of a selection of AV devices, so you can operate them all working with only the VIERA remote manage. Setup is quick merely connect the compatible devices to each other by way of HDMI cables.
VIERA Remote
VIERA remote is a Tv remote controller app for select Panasonic VIERA HDTVs that uses your iPhone/iPod touch/iPad (of iOS 4.two or later) to manage Television channel choice, input selection, and volume control. Included attributes are gesture control, a keyboard user Interface, and a power off button. Study way more about Panasonic’s VIERA remote app.
Lengthy Panel Life, Up to 100,000 Hours
One imperative way consumers can safeguard the atmosphere is by picking out high-top quality products and taking care of them so they final for a long time. A high-high quality VIERA HDTV can help. Thanks to a newly created phosphor course of action and rear panel procedure, our plasma panels last for up to 100,000 hours prior to the brightness decreases by half. That's a lot more than 30 years of viewing eight hours a day.
Mercury and Lead Cost-free Plasma Display Panel Panasonic is committed to producing our items more friendly to the environment. In line with this commitment, all VIERA plasma display panels are cost-free of both lead and mercury. This reduces impact on the environment years down the road when the Television is recycled or retired from use.
Important Specifications

• Series: GT30
• Screen sort: Plasma
• Screen size: 49.9 inches
• Native resolution: 1,920 x 1080 pixels
• Shades of Gradation: 6,144 equivalent
• 600 Hz Sub-field Drive: Yes
• HDTV display capability: 1080p, 1080i, 720p
• EDTV display capability: 480p
• Speakers: 2 full range, 20W total power, Surround Sound Capable
• Image viewer: Yes (AVCHD/MPEG2/JPEG/MP3 playback)
• Aspect manage:16:9, Zoom, Full, Just, H-Fill for Tv/AV Modes 4:three for Pc Mode
• Optional wall-mounting bracket: TY-WK5P1RW
• Multi-lingual menu: English/Spanish/French
• Energy Star qualified: Yes

Connections

• HDMI: four (four side)
• Component (Y, PB, PR): RCA x 1 (lower)
• Composite A/V: RCA x 1 (lower)
• USB: 3
• Wireless LAN Adaptor: Wi-fi Ready
• Digital audio output: 1 (optical)

Dimensions

• Tv with stand: 29.7" X 46.4" X 13.2" " (H x W x D) 65.1 pounds
• Television without stand: 28.3" X 46.4" X two.three" (H x W x D) 56.3 pounds
• What size Tv ought to you get?

Panasonic 2011 Plasma HDTV Comparison
Series:
GT30
ST30
S30
X3
Models:
50", 55", 60", 65"
42", 46", 50", 55", 60", 65"
42", 46", 50", 60"
42", 46", 50"
Full HD 1080p
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HD 720p
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--
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3D Ready
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Motion Picture Resolution
1080 Lines
1080 Lines
900 Lines
720 Lines
THX Mode
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--
--
VIERA Connect
--
--
Quick IPTV
--
--
DLNA
--
--
Wireless LAN
Prepared
Ready
Prepared
Ready
Ethernet
HDMI
4
3
two
two
Component (Y/Pb/Pr)
1
1
1
1
Composite A/V
1
1
1
1
Digital Audio Output
Optical
Optical
Optical
Optical
Pc (DSub)
1
--
--
--
USB 2. Port
three
two
2
2
MP3 Playback
JPEG Playback
MPEG Video Playback
What is in the BoxPanasonic GT30 series Plasma HDTV (new 2011 model), removable stand, wireless LAN adapter, remote manage (with batteries), converter cables, cable clamper, operating directions, fast start out guide

Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT30 50-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV
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Consumer Critiques

With SONY and JVC no longer manufacturing their phenomenal high-finish CRT HDTVs, and Pioneer out of the Plasma home business, the pursuit of image high quality is not as basic as it once was. Rest assured, but, that there are nevertheless a handful of producers (i.e. Panasonic, Samsung, LG, ...) nonetheless investing in Plasma technology, because LCD is a giant leap backwards in terms of picture good quality. When Pioneer - the prior undisputed leader in picture good quality - left the sector, they sold their Plasma technologies to Panasonic. Though the amount of Pioneer technology (if any) present in Panasonic's current line-up is a matter of debate, most critics will agree that Panasonic at the moment holds the crown for picture quality.
Viera Size Segmentation (VT30 vs. GT30 vs. ST30)
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I was in the market place for a VT30 this year... then again, in the United States, Panasonic's size selections are really restrictive. In Europe, all lines of plasma from the X up to VT are on the market in 42", which is the excellent size for me.
In the United States, every single of the 3D model lines has a different starting size:
VT30: 55" - 65" (Market top black level, much less buzzing, improved speakers, 96 Hz mode for 24p, ISF calibration, ...)
GT30: 50" - 65" (Much better black level, +1 HDMI port and VGA input, THX certified)
ST30: 42" - 65" (Entry-level 3D Television)
S30: 42" - 60" (1080p 2D plasma, worse motion clarity than ST30 and no 3D assistance)
X3: 42" - 50" (720p 2D plasma)
Regrettably, I can barely fit a 50" Tv where I have my GT30. I produced the conscious option of obtaining a Tv slightly larger than I would have liked, because the GT30 buys you THX mode (which does a _honestly_ excellent job with skintones), an additional HDMI port, and a slightly lower black level than the ST30.
Picture Top quality
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Finding back to image quality, I have a SONY Super Fine Pitch FD Trinitron (CRT) set in my bedroom that I use as a benchmark for image quality.
The GT30 does not have the pure black level or white performance of the CRT (or even various neighborhood dimming LCDs). Then again, color accuracy and black gradiation (i.e. becoming in a position to see fine details in shadowed scenes) are really greater than my calibrated CRT.
Unenhanced motion clarity is indistinguishable amongst the two sets, and the GT30 earns a lot in this respect when it comes to displaying 24 fps materials (48 Hz mode causes flickering, but even with effortless three:two pull-down, the Television displays 24p video nicely).
Panasonic has added a additional advanced Motion Smoother this year, with two levels - it creates artificial motion enhancement equivalent to LCD 120/240 Hz, and so has restricted appeal.
Physical Appearance
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Typically I do not care about the physical look of a television (which is why I nonetheless favor high-end CRTs to flat panels), but the design of this Television is surely worth mentioning... compared to last year's GT25 model, this Television is lightyears ahead.
The bezel has been shrunken on all sides of the panel, and the depth is equally impressive. Had been it not for the speakers, and clunky stand, this Television would be about an inch deep. As a outcome, the tv needs "break out" cables to attach analog audio/video devices, and the total quantity of analog inputs has been lowered to 3 (Component, Composite and VGA D-Sub). This does not bother me at all, given that the only analog device I have connected to any of my TVs is a Nintendo Wii. The extra HDMI port additional than makes up for it.
I would also like to give kudos to Panasonic for placing the power button on the FRONT of the Tv this year (it was on the side last year).
Lengthy-term Worth (Viera Connect)
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Viera Connect is a promising new function for 2011, that is essentially an evolution of Viera Cast.
Buyers can look forward to a growing computer software base in the future (as Software Engineers like myself develop software program for the new open platform). The beauty of this new platform is that it operates independantly of official firmware release schedules. This is critical, considering that firmware updates for aging items are couple of and far among - 2010 and older Viera models will likely Under no circumstances get help for Hulu, etc...
With this Television, two or 3 years from now, buyers can nevertheless download new or updated Viera Connect applications from the Viera Connect marketplace. A further factor I discovered nice about Viera Connect's marketplace, is that you can obtain Television accessories (such as 3D glasses, SD cards, and so on...) directly from computer software built-in to the Television, and rest assured that the item is compatible with your certain model.
Sound
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Sound top quality leaves room for improvement. This getting the second-to-highest model from Panasonic, lacks the sub-woofer and higher quality speakers located on the VT line.
Adding insult to injury, US Viera televisions do not have analog audio out, so to strengthen the audio quality you need to connect them to an A/V receiver (which also draws a lot of power) that supports optical S/PDIF.
In future years, I hope that Panasonic will contemplate enhancing the sound good quality on the GT line.
Power Consumption
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Power consumption is beneficial, but absolutely not wonderful. This is the only efficiency measurement that nearby dimming LED backlight LCDs come out on top rated in. That mentioned, Panasonic has redesigned the construction of their panels this year, to increase phosphor response time (reduces 3D cross-talk), and enhance luminous efficiency. Remember that this Television makes use of tinted 3D glasses, which darkens the image... so brightness is very important in 3D.
As a outcome, brightness is up, and power consumption is down vs. final year's model. Unfortunately, one particular consequence of the new style is "fluctuating brightness," which happens when the Television transitions from a vibrant scene to a dark scene - in extreme circumstances, it can take the Tv many frames to recognize the modify in brightness and adjust its image processing. This was irritating at first, but I hardly notice it anymore.
Plasma Buzz
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On a final note, I have noticed a lot of consumers complaining about plasma buzz. I feel obligated to point out that the buzz is specifically poor inside the initial 100-200 hours of operation, and decreases somewhat over time.
There are a number of components that play into the buzzing, like altitude, viewing distance and image settings. Granted operating altitude is not hassle-free to change, but the buzzing can be lowered by sitting farther from the Tv set, and dialing down the contrast setting (buzzing is directly related to how vibrant an image is).
A lot of persons have TVs also huge for their viewing distance and have contrast set way too high, and only ever understand it when plasma buzzing or dithering becomes a nusiance.
Pros and Cons
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Pros:
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Plasma image high quality
Pure black level is not as wonderful as CRT or local dimming LCD, but...
pictures with light and dark regions definitely shine
-- No blooming among nearby light and dark regions (LCD)
-- No image geometry warping connected to brightness (CRT)
Fantastic motion clarity without having artificial techniques like 120/240 Hz
THX mode
Accurate skintones
Virtually no picture setting tweaks required to get exceptionally good image top quality
Consistent black level
Panasonic claims that the black level will not rise just after 1000+ hours of operation with 2011 models, due to manufacturing modifications.
Power consumption vs. Screen brightness Significantly enhanced more than 2010 models
In fact, it is so superior that the 50" GT30 truly qualifies for Energy Star 4.
Viera Connect
New in 2011, cost-free/paid applications can be downloaded via the Television and the choice of applications will develop over time.
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Cons:
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Viera model lines segmented by size in the US
Could mean acquiring a Television that is also huge
Typical speaker top quality on ST30/GT30
US Viera models do not have analog audio out
-- Calls for a devoted power-hungry A/V receiver to enhance on TV's speakers...
Power consumption
Enhanced in 2011, but nonetheless nowhere close to neighborhood dimming LCD efficiency
Fluctuating brightness
Movie enthusiasts may possibly come across the delay in vibrant image processing frustrating...
-- I have found the issue has almost no negative impact on gaming efficiency, or common Television viewing.
Netflix Performance
Given the state of the Netflix app on Viera Connect as of June 2011, audio noticably stutters...
-- Mitigated by the reality that Viera Connect will let users to download an updated version of the
Netflix app whenever the bug is fixed.
Calibration
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For those who are interested, I have had my GT30 professionally calibrated in THX mode.
If you do not want to shell out $300+ to schedule a calibration on your set, but nonetheless want the finest image high quality attainable, the most crucial factor you can do is dial the color setting down to about 45. The default THX settings over saturate colors, and if you become applied to the more than saturated colors, you will by no means appreciate the advantages of a appropriately calibrated THX mode. Also, do not use C.A.T.S.! If you have a viewing atmosphere that has varying levels of external light, you would be significantly superior off keeping two sets of... Read more›

Admittedly, I was hesitant to purchase this Television given that of the mixed evaluations. Countless people today right here (and on a number of forums and assessment websites) complained of distracting brightness fluctuations that significantly detracted from the viewing experience. I decided to just go with it and I should say I don't regret my purchase at all.
1st, yes, the brightness fluctuations had been distracting. Notice the past-tense "had been" there as in, the fluctuations are no longer distracting simply because they are no longer a dilemma. For North America, Panasonic has acknowledged and addressed the fluctuations. For sets manufactured prior to August 2011 a repair is readily available in the form of an SD card software update or a highly basic hardware replacement (pre-updated hardware for non-Panasonic repair techs as an alternative to updating the software program with an SD card). So, do not let the looming shadow of brightness fluctuations deter you from this Television--if you get a set and it is a issue, call Panasonic and they'll fix it. On the other hand, you may perhaps not even notice them at all. So once again, don't let it hold you back.
I found this Tv while seeking for an very affordable way to pick up a good quality 3D HDTV, largely for gaming. 3D performance is especially very good. Many have claimed this Television is crosstalk free of charge (crosstalk is the phenomenon where the image intended for only 1 eye bleeds a bit into the incorrect eye causing a double-image impact), but it simply is not even so, the crosstalk is typically not really noticeable in films and games and in the case of games you can quite often adjust the strength of the 3D effect to somewhat mitigate the crosstalk. For any individual wondering if plasma tech is ok for games the answer is yes, it is fine. Some people advocate about 100 hours of "break in" just before leaving any static images on the screen. I do not know if this is technically essential but there is absolutely nothing incorrect with getting cautious and conservative...100 hours seriously isn't considerably time for a Tv at all. Some with a essential eye may occasionally notice image retention, but it is temporary. Just be mindful about leaving static images on the screen for lengthy periods of time (for example, don't leave a game paused for a number of hours...just turn off your Tv if you won't be utilizing it, you will save electrical energy). Countless games have health bars, maps, or other fixed images on the screen, but in my experience these don't cause extended-term concerns: very first, the Television will imperceptibly shift pixels about to maintain them altering second, most games have cutscenes, pauses, and transitions that modify up the picture often sufficient that it won't truly matter. Again, just be mindful and you shouldn't have any concerns.
This set replaced a Sony XBR LCD from 2008 and so far (two months of ownership) I don't miss LCDs at all. Frankly, at this screen size LED backlit 3D capable LCDs are just too price prohibitive in my opinion. Yes the power consumption is higher than an LED lit LCD so the long-term expense of ownership is higher in that respect, but I haven't noticed any distinction in my electricity bill compared to my CCFL lit LCD so, if you are coming from an older LCD the power consumption probably will not be a lot several.