Hitachi 50V500 50 in. HDTV-Ready LCD TV

Product MPN
MPN	50v500
Key Features
Flat Panel Type	LCD TV
Screen Size	50 inch
Digital TV Standard	HDTV-Ready Television
Display Resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Weight	114.6 lb.
Display Capabilities
Digital TV Standard	HDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view HDTV signals.
Broadcast Format Displayed	720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Broadcast Format Supported	1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) • 540p
Built-in Tuner	NTSC
Native Aspect Ratio	16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio	14:9 Enhanced
Aspect Ratio	Widescreen (16:9)
Image Quality
Comb Filter	3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Pixel Pitch	0.098 mm
Adjustable Color Temperature	Without Adjustable Color Temperature
Connectors
Rear Input Connectors	S-Video x 2 • Component x 2 • Composite x 2 • DVI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 2 • RF x 2
Front Input Connectors	S-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Rear Output Connectors	S-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1 • RF x 1
Headphone Jack	Without Headphone Jack
Memory Card Slot	CompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II • Memory Stick • PC Card • SD Card • SmartMedia Card • xD Picture Card
Audio Features
Audio Type	Surround
Audio Output	Variable
MTS Stereo	SAP / MTS Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers	2 Speakers
Technical Features
Picture in Picture	With PIP
Parental Control	V-Chip
Sleep Timer	With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant	Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control
Remote Control	Multibrand
Illuminated Remote	Illuminated
Screen Text
OSD Languages	English • French • Spanish
Channel Labels	With Channel Labels
Closed Caption on Mute	With Closed Caption On Mute
Dimensions
Width	54.63 in.
Depth	16.38 in.
Height	35.5 in.
Weight	114.6 lb.
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories	Remote Control Batteries

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By: stavesacre21
Aug 28, 2004

Breathtaking LCD Projection Quality from those who know technology best!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Beautifully Constructed Picture, Huge Display, HDTV, Energy Star, Center Channel In, Burn-in Resistant

Cons: Price, Lamp Replacement, Pixilization, Burnt Pixels, Lack of Upconversion, Stand is almost mandatory

Bottom Line:
As the LCD age has evolved, Hitachi has created a magnificent machine. It's shortcomings are FAR outweighed by it's superiority Read More

By: vandalz
Feb 3, 2004

Gone are the Days of Expensive and Small, Welcome to Affordable and Big!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Gorgeous Set - Extremely Detailed Picture - Price

Cons: Weighs more than the 50" Sony Grand Vega

Bottom Line:
Definitely worth both the price and a good look Read More

By: srjaynes
Feb 2, 2004

Love the picture! Easy to use. Super value.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Picture Quality, remote and on-screen lay-outs, easy to use/change "Day/Night" control.

Cons: Two few component inputs. No HDTV tuner. Remote not "learning" type. "Center-channel" feature is disapointing.

Bottom Line:
I like my new Hitachi 50V500 SO much, I've decided to trade it in for the 60" set! Read More

By: questkat
May 4, 2004

What a picture.... What a price... What a difference

Author's Rating:

Pros: Sharpness, Functionality, Ease of configuration of current and future components. On screen configurations.

Cons: NONE YET...........

Bottom Line:
I would choose the Hitachi again if I had to. I might down the road look into a DLP tv but will wait till the technology develops a bit more. Read More

By: tabathadolley
Feb 10, 2005

One Year Review

Author's Rating:

Pros: Clear screen-no glares, soft-mute, HDTV, price, Picture-in-Picture, remote

Cons: Some features are confusing, need the instructions to learn the features

Bottom Line:
I recommend this to everyone looking for a big screen tv especially if they love movies because it's been nothing but reliable and a joy in our home. Read More

By: schafercorp
Mar 21, 2005

BEST PICTURE PERIOD

Author's Rating:

Pros: Features, design, price, Actual HDTV picture is Flawless like Glass! Remote. DVI.

Cons: Extra cost of stand, which all TVs have, and seems unfair.

Bottom Line:
This is the best of the LCD TVs when actually being used with HDTV. Looks better than in the showroom, when in your home. Read More

By: rsumma
Feb 22, 2004

Hitachi 50V500 LCD Rear Projection TV - Calling all Videophiles!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Picture. 1080P upconvert. Advanced Features & Set-Up modes. Vivid color & Sharpness

Cons: None yet, except the TV is limited to one designated stand.

Bottom Line:
The best LCD on the market. Features Galore, 1080P auto upconvert, Remote Wizard contols all devices, Picture amazing, digital camera plug n play Read More

By: hroeder
Apr 16, 2004

Welcome to the future

Author's Rating:

Pros: Very high quality, high definition, well engineered TV.

Cons: Bulb will need to be replaced. Stand is pricey.

Bottom Line:
You want the best HDTV experience you can get right now, buy a Hitachi. This LCD projection TV is well engineered and classy. Read More

By: flymustang
Aug 2, 2005