HI There,
Not sure if the problem seen on others, I have 50VT20K Plasma and recently upgraded it to Viera Connect. Ever since i notice that TV automatically powers on when switch power off from my remote control.

I thought i was one time, but now the problem seems to be frequent. Most recently, i switch off TV and went out (almost 6 hours or so), when i came back, notice TV power was on (notice top left indicator that HDMI1 connection message).

Lucky for me, there we no burn in problem (after I did snow-wash) and wanted to ask if anyone out there notice similar behaviour? as of now, I have to switch off power supply to the TV to avoid this occur again.

I called Panasonic for assitance and schedule this Sat to have a look. somehow I notice the technician find hard to believe on my complain.

Will revert what Panasonic Technician found.

Six new series are launching, only one of them lacks 3D.

Panasonic is launching a total of 17 new TVs this year, with sizes and features ranging from the entry-level to the high end.  Every single one of them packs a 1080p resolution, and all but one - the U50 - offers 3D capabilities.

At the top of the six different lines is the VT50.  You'll be able to pick up Panasonic's flagship in 55" and 65" sizes and you'll find everything you've come to expect from a high end television.  You get 3D capabilities, the Infinite Black Ultra Panel for dark blacks, built in Wi-Fi, Viera Connect for your internet apps and 2D to 3D conversion.

The VT50 also packs CALMAN calibration software and an ISFcc calibration mode so you - or someone who knows what they're doing - can get your set looking just right.  It also gives you 8-Train speakers with 3D Real Sound for more immersive audio.  Though if you're buying a top of the line TV you should really shell out for some speakers.

The VT50 and the rest of Panasonic's new plasma sets will be available this year though a specific launch date and price have not yet been set.

VT50 Series

The VT50 series is the FULL HD 3D Plasma flagship series and is available in two screen sizes- the TC-P65VT50, 65-inch class (64.7 inches measured diagonally) and the TC-P55VT50, 55-inch class (55.1 inches measured diagonally). These two top of the line TVs offers a revolutionary level of picture quality.  FULL HD 3D; 1080p FULL HD resolution; Infinite Black Ultra Panel, Deep Black hues are achieved thanks to new and advanced pre-discharge technology; VIERA Connect with Web browser, and built-in Wi-Fi; 2500 FFD (Focused Field Drive); Fast Switching Phosphors; 2D → 3D conversion; 24,576 steps of gradation technology ;ISFccc Calibration Mode with Advanced Calibration. Calibrators adjust the detailed picture setting with the calibration software(CALMAN™ )provided by SpectraCal Inc.

Social Networking TV function to allow users to access social network sites while simultaneously watching TV; Multitasking feature to switch between apps ; 3D Real Sound with 8-Train Speakers; a new Louver Filter; a VIERA Touch Pad Controller; Bluetooth; DLNA; VIERA Link, a technology that utilizes HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) and allows a consumer to operate all VIERA Link compatible A/V components using only the TV’s remote control; Media Player, allows one to view digital photos and HD video recorded on a SD Memory Card and USB Memory Stick;  four HDMI connections and three USB ports. The VT50 series continues the design evolution as seen in last year’s VT30 series with a stunning one sheet of glass design. The Flat and lustrous, this single pane of glass is totally obstruction-free. It expresses a minimalist sense of beauty by stripping away all unnecessary elements with a newly designed gradation metal pedestal.

GT50 Series

The GT50 series includes four screen sizes – the TC-P50GT50, 50-inch class (49.9 inches measured diagonally); TC-P55GT50, 55-inch class (55.1 inches measured diagonally); TC-P60GT50, 60-inch class (60.1 inches measured diagonally); TC-P65GT50, 65-inch class (64.7 inches measured diagonally). The series features FULL HD 3D; Infinite Black Pro Panel; VIERA Connect with Web browser and built-in Wi-Fi; 1080p FULL HD resolution; 2500 FFD (Focused Field Drive); Fast Switching Phosphors; 2D → 3D conversion; 24,576 steps of gradation technology; Social Networking TV function; Multitasking; 3D Real Sound with 8 train speakers; Media Player; Bluetooth; DLNA; VIERA Link; four HDMI connections and three USB ports. Additionally the GT50 models incorporate the glass & metal design – Stylish Metal Frame with a gradation metal pedestal.

ST50 Series

The TC-P50ST50, 50-inch class (49.9 inches measured diagonally); the TC-P55ST50, 55-inch class (55.1 inches measured diagonally); the TC-P60ST30, 60-inch class (60.1 inches measured diagonally) and the TC-P65ST50, 65 inch class (64.7 inches measured diagonally) comprise the ST 50 series of FULL HD 3D VIERA HDTVs. The ST30 models include Infinite Black Pro Panel; VIERA Connect with Web browser and built-in Wi-Fi; 1080p FULL HD resolution; 2500 FFD (Focused Field Drive); Fast Switching Phosphors; 2D → 3D conversion; Social Networking TV function; 3D Real Sound with 8-Train Speakers; Media Player; Bluetooth; DLNA; VIERA Link, three HDMI connections and two USB ports.

UT50 Series

There are four screen sizes in the UT50 series – the TC-P42UT50, 42 inch class (41.6 inches measured diagonally); TC-P50UT50, 50 inch class (49.9 inches measured diagonally); TC-P55UT50, 55 inch class (55.1 inches measured diagonally); TC-P60UT50, 60 inch class (60.1 inches measured diagonally). All offer FULL HD 3D; 1080p FULL HD resolution; VIERA Connect (Wi-Fi ready); 2500 FFD (Focused Field Drive); Fast Switching Phosphors; 2D → 3D conversion; Social Networking TV  function; Media Player; Bluetooth; DLNA; VIERA Link; two HDMI connections and two USB ports.

XT50 Series

The XT50 series provides the consumer with an affordable 3D solution with Online Movies feature, a service that provides select Panasonic's IPTV functionality by adding five of the most popular movies to the TV's internet functionality. The TC-P42XT50, 42 inch class (41.6 inches measured diagonally) and the TC-P50XT50, 50 inch class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) produce 720p resolution and features Online Movies, a service that provides select Panasonic's IPTV functionality by adding five of the most popular movies to the TV's internet functionality; 2D → 3D conversion; 600Hz Sub-field Drive; Bluetooth; Media Player; DLNA; VIERA Link; two HDMI and two USB connections.

U50 Series

The TC-P50U50, 50 inch class (49.9 inches measured diagonally) is the lone non-3D in this year’s HDTV Plasma model line-up. The model features 1080p FULL HD resolution; Fast Switching Phosphors, Media Player; 600Hz Sub-Field Drive ;Game Mode ;two HDMI connections and one USB port.

I have tested with both HD and SD signals on both TVs.
I took a normal HK Drama (650MB) and a Planet Earth (2.7GB) to be played on both of the TV own built in Media Players

The comparison that i notice is as of below:

Panasonic
HK Drama: Playback started successfully. The picture was pretty smooth and very less boxy edges noticed even at the side curved lines. Picture and color is much softer compared to Samsung (based on Dynamic setting).

Planet Earth: Playback started successfully. The picture was very smooth. Color is rich and pictures are sharp. There was some juddering of the playback at the start but after i skip that section, the movie continued playing normally.

Price: RM2,850

Samsung:
HK Drama: Playback started successfully. The picture was pretty smooth as well but more boxy edges was seen throughout the picture. Picture and color were much brighter compared to Panasonic (based on Dynamic setting)

Planet Earth: Playback didnt started successfully so i could not provide comment on this. The message says the codec is not supported. Firmware issue i guess.

Price: RM2,950

Hi,
I finally decided on Panasonic.
The PQ is much better than Samsung although Samsung one is 3D plus it comes with 2 extra glasses for FREE.
But ultimately, when it comes to comparison, cant really match Panasonic in this two fight out le.

Hi,
I finally decided on Panasonic.
The PQ is much better than Samsung although Samsung one is 3D plus it comes with 2 extra glasses for FREE.
But ultimately, when it comes to comparison, cant really match Panasonic in this two fight out le.

Guys, is there a way to calibrate all the channels at once? Im using P42U30K. I placed the test chart from AVSHD709 to my pendrive and i adjusted the brightness and contrast.. then when i switch to other channel (hdmi1, hdmi2) i notice that those channel remain by default.

I know i can memorise the setting and adjust accordingly but is there a simpler way of making all channels the same?

i guess there is no other way then..

Guys, is there a way to calibrate all the channels at once? Im using P42U30K. I placed the test chart from AVSHD709 to my pendrive and i adjusted the brightness and contrast.. then when i switch to other channel (hdmi1, hdmi2) i notice that those channel remain by default.

I know i can memorise the setting and adjust accordingly but is there a simpler way of making all channels the same?

Guys, is there a way to calibrate all the channels at once? Im using P42U30K. I placed the test chart from AVSHD709 to my pendrive and i adjusted the brightness and contrast.. then when i switch to other channel (hdmi1, hdmi2) i notice that those channel remain by default.

I know i can memorise the setting and adjust accordingly but is there a simpler way of making all channels the same?

Doesn't make sense. The input source are usually different e.g. blu-ray player, Astro, PS3 etc. Each source need to be calibrated differently because they produce different PQ/color.

If you insist them to be similar, you can always "copy" the settings from one input source to the others. I know the V20 has the "copy" feature.

Edited: So, since you used the pendrive via USB, you have just calibrated the screen for the built-in media player. If you put that pendrive via your blu-ray player, you have calibrated the TV for your blu-ray input. I hope that make sense.