Panasonic PT-50LC14 50" Widescreen HD-Ready Television
Panasonic PT-50LC14
I have had this television for about 14 months.  With the exception of fair picture quality on non-HD channels I have been very satisfied......until this week.  After only about 1000 hours of use I now have to purchase a $300 bulb.  I was careful about use, careful to follow instructions about allowing the bulb to cool down, did everything I was supposed to.  Now after searching for a bulb I see that the problem of blown bulbs is quite common.  There are even petitions that one can sign to request action from Panasonic.  I have even read about a possible class action suit against Panasonic.    <br /> <br />Bottom line is that I will replace the bulb and then sell the set for the best price I can get and purchase a new set from a different manufacturer.