Panasonic TH-37PX50U - 37" Plasma TV w/ Built-In ATSC/QAM/NTSC Tuners and CableCard slot

With the TH37PX50U plasma TV, Panasonic has achieved picture quality that will take your breath away. The TH37PX50U displays over eight billion colors and 2048 shades of gradation, and with a 3000:1 contrast ration you can be sure of exceptionally rich blacks and a stunning picture. The TH37PX50U features the new Digital Access Pack: a group of features offering the essentials for digital and high-definition viewing. It includes built-in ATSC and QAM tuners to receive digital content over-the-air or via cable, so there's no need for a set-top box. And it's CableCARD ready, allows HD digital cable reception (without an external set-top box) by simply inserting a card*. Also featured is an HDMI connection, which enables the transfer of high-definition video and audio via a single cable. That means you can enjoy HD entertainment without the inconvenience of numerous tangled cables.

*Contact your local cable company for information regarding the availability and costs of CableCARD related services.

Incredible Sound
Exceptionally slim and elegant, its difficult to imagine that Panasonic was able to include an intergrated speaker that produces exceptional sound. This surround sound system creates an authentic and exciting 3D enhancement effect from the stereo speakers while preserving the clarity and definition. The TH37PX50U offers extraordinary sound stage imaging, helping to ensure optimal clarity for centrally staged audio material such as dialogue. This expansive audio complements the incredible picture quality of Panasonic's plasma TV.

Extraordinary Contrast Ratio and 8.58 Billion Colors
The so often talked about "contrast ratio" is strongly linked to the realism of the picture. The Panasonic TH-37PX50U features upto a 3000:1 contrast ratio. Such a wide range from black to white means great depth and dimensionality with vibrant colors-and this plasma can display an incredible 8.58 billion colors for a superior picture. Deep blacks provide excellent shadow detail during dark scenes, while brilliant whites allow plasmas to render bright scenes with vivid realism.

Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 Pulldown)
Progressive Cinema Scan (3/2 Pulldown) achieves exceptionally faithful movie reproduction through a sophisticated analog-to-digital conversion. Panasonic's Progressive Cinema Scan circuitry converts 480i video to 480p while restoring the original frames of the film for a more authentic movie reproduction. This widescreen TV features a width-to-height ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing a theater-like experience at home. View HDTV broadcasts and widescreen DVDs the way they were meant to be seen.

Receive Over-The-Air HDTV Broadcasts
Sports, movies, and original network programming are all available in high definition from many local broadcasters. Receive and view local over-the-air broadcasts on this plasma in stunning HDTV clarity using the built-in HDTV tuner. If your cable company passes through HDTV broadcasts from local broadcasters, you can decode and tune those as well.