Just when you thought name brand HDTVs couldn't get any cheaper, BestBuy.com pulls this one out of their hat. It's a 50-inch plasma HDTV from Samsung (model PN50A400) for an unbelievably low $797.99 and, since you won't be able to find it easily on the Best Buy site, here's the direct link:
Update: 50-inch model currently sold out on Best Buy but it is available from the following sources (as of 12/03)
BestBuy still has the 42-inch model for $699.99:
Good luck finding a better deal on a name brand 50-inch plasma HDTV on Black Friday or any other day. Best Buy joins Amazon, Sears and other e-tailers offering their best deals early to get a share of the dwindling holiday shopping dollars. This deal is available for delivery or for online purchase/in-store pick-up in many stores.
Find more delas like this in our "Black Friday HDTV Deals and Blu-ray Sales" article.
The PN50A400 features a native 1365x768 pixel resolution (better than 720p), a native 15,000:1 contrast ratio, 2 component video inputs and 2 HDMI inputs for compatiblity with the latest digital and high definition sources like Blu-ray Disc. Also, rare in an entry-level HDTV, the set also includes a PC (VGA) input for use with a home theater PC or laptop.
Manufacturer's Specifications (PN50A400):
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Video
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Screen Size |
49.9"
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Aspect Ratio
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Widescreen
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Resolution
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1365 (H) x 768 (V)
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Contrast Ratio |
15,000:1
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Viewing Angle |
175º/175º
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DNIe™
Digital Natural Image Engine: Samsung's innovative DNIe technology delivers a crisp, lifelike picture that is closer to film. (Both analog/digital)
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Yes
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AUDIO
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Sound Effect System
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SRS TruSurround
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Sound Output(RMS) |
10 W x 2
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INPUT/OUTPUT (SIDE)
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Headphone
Headphone
Headphone can be connected to TV and the audio from TV speakers will be eliminated.
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Yes
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INPUT/OUTPUT (REAR)
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HDMI |
2
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PC input (D-sub) |
1
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Component(Y/Pb/Pr) |
2
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SYSTEM
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Tuners
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NTSC / ATSC
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DIMENSIONS
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Set size(WXHXD) with stand
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48.5" x 33.4" x 12.4"
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Set size(WXHXD) without stand
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48.5" x 31.1" x 3.7"
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Package size(WXHXD)
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51.4" x 37.5" x 15.4"
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WEIGHT
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Set weight with stand
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81.6 lbs.
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Set weight without stand
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74.9 lbs.
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Package weight
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98.1 lbs.
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