For years, movie enthusiasts have relied on THX-certified A/V receivers and speakers to deliver precise, theater-like surround sound in their homes. THX recently launched a certification program for HDTVs, and Panasonics 800-series models were among the first to pass. The TH-58PZ800Us THX badge means you can count on enjoying an accurate, lifelike picture on your favorite movies and TV shows.THX enhancements close the gap between movie screen and TV screenTHXs strict requirements are based on tests that measure each TVs display quality (resolution, brightness level, color accuracy) and video processing (scaling, deinterlacing). To earn a passing grade, the TH-58PZ800U had to meet performance benchmarks for both standard- and high-definition video, ensuring that all your sources will look their best. Movie fans will love THX Movie Mode, a picture preset that optimizes settings for watching movies on DVD, Blu-ray, and broadcast TV.Panasonics most advanced plasma screen designThe TH-58PZ800U boasts Panasonics most advanced 1080p plasma panel technology. It can reproduce 5,120 shades of gray — 25% more than last years models — for naturally seamless colors. Picture contrast is outstanding too, with notably deep black levels. This TVs 24p Cinematic Playback mode optimizes 1080p video from a Blu-ray player — it doubles the original playback frame rate to 48 frames per second, just like most theater projectors do. Youll feel even more like youre sitting in a theater.Throw your best sources at it — youll be amazedWith four 1080p-capable HDMI inputs, the TH-58PZ800U is ready for the very best high-def sources available. A front-panel SD™ memory card slot also makes it easy to share your digital photos on a big, beautiful screen, without booting up your computer.Product highlights:58 screen (measured diagonally)widescreen 16:9 aspect ratiobuilt-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)1920 x 1080 pixels30,000:1 contrast ratio (1,000,000:1 dynamic)Sub Pixel Controller video processingTHX Movie Mode picture preset for optimized movie viewing24p Cinematic Playback mode (displays 1080p/24 content at 48Hz)Deep Color and x.v.Color™ supportbuilt-in stereo speakers (15.5 watts x 2)multibrand remote controlVIERA Link™ simplifies remote control for compatible Panasonic components (HDMI-CEC)picture settings memory for each video input8 A/V inputs, including:2 composite video (1 rear, 1 front)2 S-video (1 rear, 1 front)2 component video (accepts signals up to 1080i)4 HDMI v1.3 (3 rear, 1 front) — accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz)PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)RF input for antenna/cable signalsoptical digital audio output for Dolby® Digitalfront SD™ memory card slot for digital photo playbackEnergy Star® 3.0 compliantdetachable stand (stand footprint is 29-5/8W x 16-1/4D)wall-mountable (bracket not included)57W x 35-1/2H x 4-3/8D (37-1/2H x 16-1/4D on stand)weight: 136.9 lbs. with stand; 128.1 lbs. without standextra long-life panel (100,000 hours)MFR # TH-58PZ800U

For years, movie enthusiasts have relied on THX-certified A/V receivers and speakers to deliver precise, theater-like surround sound in their homes. THX recently launched a certification program for HDTVs, and Panasonics 800-series models were among the first to pass. The TH-58PZ800Us THX badge means you can count on enjoying an accurate, lifelike picture on your favorite movies and TV shows.THX enhancements close the gap between movie screen and TV screenTHXs strict requirements are based on tests that measure each TVs display quality (resolution, brightness level, color accuracy) and video processing (scaling, deinterlacing). To earn a passing grade, the TH-58PZ800U had to meet performance benchmarks for both standard- and high-definition video, ensuring that all your sources will look their best. Movie fans will love THX Movie Mode, a picture preset that optimizes settings for watching movies on DVD, Blu-ray, and broadcast TV.Panasonics most advanced plasma screen designThe TH-58PZ800U boasts Panasonics most advanced 1080p plasma panel technology. It can reproduce 5,120 shades of gray — 25% more than last years models — for naturally seamless colors. Picture contrast is outstanding too, with notably deep black levels. This TVs 24p Cinematic Playback mode optimizes 1080p video from a Blu-ray player — it doubles the original playback frame rate to 48 frames per second, just like most theater projectors do. Youll feel even more like youre sitting in a theater.Throw your best sources at it — youll be amazedWith four 1080p-capable HDMI inputs, the TH-58PZ800U is ready for the very best high-def sources available. A front-panel SD™ memory card slot also makes it easy to share your digital photos on a big, beautiful screen, without booting up your computer.Product highlights:58 screen (measured diagonally)widescreen 16:9 aspect ratiobuilt-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required)1920 x 1080 pixels30,000:1 contrast ratio (1,000,000:1 dynamic)Sub Pixel Controller video processingTHX Movie Mode picture preset for optimized movie viewing24p Cinematic Playback mode (displays 1080p/24 content at 48Hz)Deep Color and x.v.Color™ supportbuilt-in stereo speakers (15.5 watts x 2)multibrand remote controlVIERA Link™ simplifies remote control for compatible Panasonic components (HDMI-CEC)picture settings memory for each video input8 A/V inputs, including:2 composite video (1 rear, 1 front)2 S-video (1 rear, 1 front)2 component video (accepts signals up to 1080i)4 HDMI v1.3 (3 rear, 1 front) — accepts signals up to 1080p (60Hz, 24Hz)PC input: analog RGB (D-Sub 15-pin)RF input for antenna/cable signalsoptical digital audio output for Dolby® Digitalfront SD™ memory card slot for digital photo playbackEnergy Star® 3.0 compliantdetachable stand (stand footprint is 29-5/8W x 16-1/4D)wall-mountable (bracket not included)57W x 35-1/2H x 4-3/8D (37-1/2H x 16-1/4D on stand)weight: 136.9 lbs. with stand; 128.1 lbs. without standextra long-life panel (100,000 hours)MFR # TH-58PZ800U