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LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications

Product Description

If you want entertainment so life like you'll feel like you can reach out and touch it, or a picture so vibrant and clear that you'll forget you're watching TV, then you want the LG 50PZ550 50" 3D Smart Plasma HDTV. 3D in 1080p Full HD that gives amazing depth to entertainment. The LG 50PZ550 50" 3D Smart Plasma HDTV has a 600Hz refresh rate that helps take the blur out of sports and leaves the action. And a TruSlim Frame that makes it a stylish addition to any room. Orde the LG 50PZ550 50" 3D Smart Plasma HDTV today!

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3D Technology Checklist

This product is 3D-related. To help you get a great 3D experience, use the checklist below to ensure you have everything you need. 3D viewing requires:

A Display
First, you'll need a 3D-ready display--whether it's a 3D HDTV, 3D projector, or 3D computer monitor. These displays have more processing power than standard 2D models for displaying 3D images in rapid succession.
A Source
Your display may be ready for 3D playback, but you'll still need 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 3 system.
3D Content
3D content--the actual entertainment, in other words--will be played back using the source mentioned above, whether it's a 3D broadcast from your cable provider, a 3D Blu-ray Disc, or a 3D video game.
3D Glasses
For now, the vast majority of 3D HDTVs require glasses for 3D viewing. Many use powered "active shutter" glasses, others polarized "passive" glasses. You'll need one pair per viewer, and they'll have to be compatible with your display, whether they're the same brand, or a pair of "universal" glasses designed to work across brands.
HDMI Cable
To connect your source (such as a 3D Blu-ray Disc player) to your display, you'll 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 without any loss of quality.

If you want to get more information about 3D, shop our 3D products, watch videos, or interact with other customers, we invite you to visit 3D 101, our customer center about everything 3D.


Internet-Ready Television

Internet-Ready Television

Internet-ready TVs use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content, whether it's streaming video from Netflix, new music from or a quick glance at today's weather forecast.

Although there is overlap, each manufacturer offers a unique bundle of free or paid services, including 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 to their offerings, keeping customers current through firmware updates, and making a bit of research a prudent step in your buying decision.

Learn more about Internet TVs, how they work, what services are offered by different manufacturers, and exactly what you'll need to get started at our Internet TV 101 customer center.




(June 2011)

If you want entertainment so life like you'll feel like you can reach out and touch it, or a picture so vibrant and clear that you'll forget you're watching TV, then you want the PZ550 3D 1080p Plasma TV from LG.

3D in 1080p Full HD that gives amazing depth to entertainment. A 600Hz refresh rate that helps take the blur out of sports and leaves the action. And a TruSlim Frame that makes it a stylish addition to any room.

TV PZ550 LG 3D 1080P Plasma

KEY TECHNOLOGIES

The Third Dimension

The third dimension.

Bring your content to life with full 1080p HD 3D technology! The astonishing effects will immediately grab your attention and bring your entertainment experience to the next dimension.*

Entertainment on Tap

Entertainment on tap.

NetCast Entertainment Access brings the a multitude of Internet services direct to your TV—no computer required. Instantly access movies and TV shows, news and weather and the world's largest library of HD movies in 1080p.**

Tru Slim Frame

Peel away the old standard for ultra slim framing.

At less than 1" wide the new TruSlim Frame trims away distraction of wide frame.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Capture every moment.
Tired of streaky action or unclear plays during the game? See sports, fast action and video games in Full HD like never before. The 600Hz refresh rate virtually eliminates motion blur.
Cut loose when you're Wi-Fi Ready.
Getting your LG TV connected to NetCast Entertainment Access and other online content is easy when you are Wi-Fi Ready. If you have existing wireless broadband, setting it up is simple and you don't need to worry about messy wires.
Double the detail.
This stunning picture is the reason you wanted HDTV in the first place. With almost double the pixel resolution, Full HD 1080p gives it superior picture quality over standard HDTV. You'll see details and colors like never before.
Make digital devices compatible.
To build a digital network, you need digital devices. That's obvious. But unless those devices are compatible, it won't be much of a network. DLNA Certified devices work together.
Save more than energy.
Earning the ENERGY STAR means a product meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. For TVs, it means they save energy both in standby and active (when they're on) modes. ENERGY STAR qualified TVs use about 30% less energy than standard units.
Find the perfect picture.
Get easy self–calibration with on–screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. Take the guesswork out of picture adjustments with this simple–to–use feature. It's not actually magic, but it will sure seem that way.
View it in the right light.
Let your TV do the adjustments for you. Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture to the lighting and color conditions in the room for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Wise and not wasteful.
With our Smart Energy Saving Features, you can conserve money and energy.
ISFccc ready.
LG's ISFccc Ready HDTVs contain the detailed standards necessary for professional calibration of brightness, contrast, tint, sharpness, color levels and much more to meet local lighting conditions for both daytime and nighttime viewing. Settings are added to preset modes for easy access from your LG remote.

* For a small percentage of the population, the viewing of stereoscopic 3D video technology may cause discomfort such as headaches, dizziness or nausea. If you experience any symptoms, discontinue using the 3D functionality and contact your health care provider. 3D glasses required and sold separately.

** Internet connection & subscriptions required and sold separately.

LG 2011 Plasma Feature Comparison


Series
PZ950
PZ750
PZ550
PW350
PV450
PT350
Models:
50", 60"
50", 60"
50", 60"
42", 50"
50", 60"
42", 50"
High Definition Resolution
1080p
1080p
1080p
720p
1080p
720p
LG Smart TV/NetCast
LG Smart TV
LG Smart TV
NetCast
TruBlack Filter
THX 3D Certified Display
600Hz Max Sub Field Driving/600Hz Sub Field Driving
600Hz Max
600Hz Max
600Hz Max
600Hz
600Hz Max
600Hz
Contrast Ratio
5,000,000:1
3,000,000:1
3,000,000:1
3,000,000:1
3,000,000:1
3,000,000:1
Magic Motion Remote
Wi-Fi Ready
DLNA Certified
3D Ready
2D to 3D Conversion
TruSlim Frame
ENERGY STAR Qualified
Intelligent Sensor
Picture Wizard II
Smart Energy Saving
ISFccc Ready
HDMI/USB
4.2
4.2
4.2
3.1
3.1
3.1


  • Bring your content alive with full 1080p HD 3D technology
  • Instantly access movies and TV shows, news and weather and the world's largest library of HD movies in 1080p via LG's NetCast Entertainment Access
  • Incredibly high contrast ratio of 10,000,000:1 delivers incredibly vibrant colors and deeper and darker blacks
  • Energy Star qualified so your entertainment experience uses less energy
  • The 600Hz Sub Field Driving virtually eliminates motion blur


LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications Reviews


LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications Reviews


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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible Picture!!, April 1, 2011
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Daniel R. Spinas (VANCOUVER, WA, US) - See all my reviews
This review is from: LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications (Electronics)
I just purchased this TV locally to replace my Sony KDL-46Z4100 LCD TV in the master bedroom. I felt the picture on my Sony was too dark...especially for playing video games on the PS3 and/or Xbox 360. I researched via google and read that a plasma TV is better for a darker environment. After hooking up the TV to the wall mount and turning it on, I was shocked at remarkable picture improvement between the plasma and my previous LCD. I feel this TV is WELL worth the money, considering it came with 2 free pair of AGS250 (current 2011 model) 3D glasses. A couple of notes: make sure you turn the contrast down to 60 or less, since the factory settings have it at 100. If you leave it at the default setting, you'll have a problem with burn-in. I have mine set at 60/65 (contrast/brightness). You'll notice burn-in either way if you watch a lot of sporting events as I do (IE - any programming that has a non-moving bar along the bottom...like the current score of a game), but it's easy... Read more
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome for the price, April 10, 2011
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This review is from: LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications (Electronics)
I also just bought this tv locally from Frys for $799 with 2 pair of glasses. I have also noticed the same issue with the glasses turning off about every 10 minutes. Very annoying when playing a game online (Killzone 3). Hopefully theres a way to change that. It also seems that the 3D is a little slow to render and looks a little fuzzy but thats probably just the game. Havent tried alot of other 3D media yet.

When 3D is turned on there is a note that comes up that says it is best to sit 2 meters away from the TV for the best viewing. So plan on sitting relatively close to the tv when using 3D.

The 2D to 3D is an awesome feature. Didnt even know it was an option until I hooked it up. Watched a movie for about 2 min and it was pretty cool.

Hooked up my laptop with a VGA cord and played some video on it smoothly. I have a couple short stereoscopic cartoons that I played from the laptop and worked great. Not sure if its a standard feature or not... Read more
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Bang For Your Buck, July 28, 2011
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E. Dixon (Lexington, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: LG 50PZ550 50-Inch 1080p 600Hz Active 3D Plasma HDTV with Internet Applications (Electronics)
I got this TV for $800 during a sale, so the price factors into the review based on other TVs at that price range. I could have probably gotten a better TV for hundreds more, but that isn't a factor.

Also, I am coming from a 42" LCD. This too has a lot to do with my review.

Picture: Coming from an LCD, I was not initially used to the plasma screen. LCD is much brighter and after using it for years I was a little surprised as the brightness (or lack thereof) on the plasma screen. After some changes to my basement, however (a single blackout curtain and moving one lamp) the screen appeared much brighter without all the light around it and it was no longer really an issue. I am still getting used to some slight glare of light on it from the window during the day, but my friends don't notice it and it is most likely just because I am extremely picky about things like that. As for the picture quality itself, I think it looks much better than the LCD I had and I am... Read more
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