
LG
LG LG 50" 50PV450 1080p Plasma HDTV
★★★★★
1080p
LG's 50-inch 1080p plasma delivers deep blacks and blur-free motion with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio and 600Hz refresh.
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Overview
Key Features
50-inch Plasma HDTV panel with Full HD 1080p resolution and 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
600Hz Sub Field Driving virtually eliminates motion blur, for crystal-clear motion video in sports, games, etc.
Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture for the lighting and color conditions in the viewing room
Easy self-calibration for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness, and backlight levels
Enjoy media from connected USB devices with support for a wide range of video, music, and image files
Connectivity technology: 3 HDMI, USB
Specifications
Brand
LG
Model
50PV450
Screen Size
50 inches
Display Technology
Plasma
Resolution
1080p Full HD
Refresh Rate
600Hz Sub Field Driving
Dynamic Contrast Ratio
3,000,000:1
Connectivity
3 HDMI, USB
Special Features
Intelligent Sensor, Picture Wizard II, Smart Energy Saving
Supported Streaming Services
Pandora, Amazon Instant Video
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 600Hz Sub Field Driving delivers smooth, blur-free motion for sports and fast-paced content
- 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio produces deep blacks and rich color depth typical of plasma technology
- Intelligent Sensor automatically adjusts picture quality to match room lighting conditions
- Three HDMI inputs provide enough connectivity for multiple source devices
- USB media playback supports a wide range of video, music, and image file formats
👎 Cons
- Plasma panels consume more power than comparable LED or LCD TVs of this size
- The 50-inch panel is heavy and bulky compared to modern flat-panel displays
- No built-in Wi-Fi or smart TV app platform beyond basic streaming services
- Plasma screens can be susceptible to temporary image retention with static content
- Limited to 3 HDMI ports, which may be insufficient for users with many devices
Frequently Asked Questions
What resolution does the LG 50PV450 support?
The 50PV450 outputs Full HD 1080p resolution (1920x1080), providing sharp detail across its 50-inch plasma panel.
How does the 600Hz Sub Field Driving feature work?
It divides each frame into rapid sub-fields, virtually eliminating motion blur during fast-moving content like sports and gaming.
What inputs are available on this TV?
The 50PV450 includes 3 HDMI ports and a USB port for playing media files directly from flash drives or external storage.
What does the Intelligent Sensor do?
It detects the ambient lighting and color conditions in your room and automatically adjusts picture settings for optimal viewing without manual tweaking.
Can I calibrate the picture settings myself?
Yes, the built-in Picture Wizard II guides you through self-calibration of black level, color, tint, sharpness, and backlight levels.