VIZIO 50” Class LED Smart TV
(50.00" Diag.)

MODEL NUMBER: E500i-A1 Model Features:
  • VIZIO Internet Apps® – Instantly enjoy online movies, TV shows, music, apps and more
  • LED technology for richer colors and more vivid details
  • 120Hz effective refresh rate for stunning picture clarity
  • 1080p Full HD resolution for a crystal-clear picture
  • 2 Million to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio for deeper blacks
  • SRS StudioSound HD™ for crisp, clear audio


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Product Overview

The New VIZIO E-Series LED HDTV.

Now with a Slim Frame Design

Introducing the new E-series slim frame design. The VIZIO 50” Class LED Smart TV is shattering the mold in a way only VIZIO can, with high-quality design and picture at the best value. Enjoy crystal-clear action and eye-popping images in 1080p Full HD and 120Hz Effective Refresh Rate. A stunningly slim outer frame lets you enjoy TV with a narrower border around the picture for a more immersive experience.

VIZIO E-Series HDTV

VIZIO Internet Apps® with built-in Wi-Fi gives you instant access to a world of streaming movies, TV shows, music, and more – all with the push of a button on the smart remote. The VIZIO E-Series 50” Class LED Smart TV gives you more of what you love about TV with all the brilliant picture quality and world-class service you’d expect from America’s LCD HDTV Company.

Learn More About E-Series TVs

SMART TV + Wi-Fi

Entertainment at your command.

VIZIO Internet Apps (V.I.A.) is your passport to a world of entertainment, movies, TV shows and more. All on your schedule, directly to your HDTV.

Smart TV

LED Brilliance

Step up to richer colors and more vivid details.

With LED backlighting, every detail pops with rich color and vivid details. And thanks to its 1080p Full HD resolution and 120Hz Effective Refresh Rate, every scene is crisp and sharp.

LED Brilliance

Energy SavingsEnergy Savings

This LED HDTV is more energy efficient than conventional LCD HDTVs* to save you even more money.

Same Space. More Picture.

The new slim frame design lets you maximize your entertainment space by allowing you to fit a bigger screen size TV in the same space.

Same Space. More Picture.
Images shown are for comparative and illustrative purposes only. Actual measurements may vary based on models.

Vibrant Contrast

Deeper blacks. Brighter whites. Beautiful picture.

From true blacks to pure white and every shade in between, this VIZIO TV delivers a dazzling 2 million to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio that displays each image with spectacular intensity and realism.

Vibrant Contrast

Innovative Technology

VIZIO HDTVs come equipped with state-of-the-art image quality features that deliver superior picture for an unrivaled entertainment experience.

1080P FULL HD
1080p Full HD

1080p Full HD resolution delivers ultimate detail and lifelike colors for a crystal-clear picture.
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120Hz Effective Refresh Rate
120Hz Refresh Rate

120Hz Effective Refresh Rate presents action packed sports and movies with a smoothness and stability that captures every image in astonishing detail. Learn More

Smart Dimming™
Smart Dimming

Advanced Smart Dimming™ technology intelligently adjusts the brightness of the LED backlight to produce perfect contrast. It's the best picture possible, no matter what you're watching.

SRS StudioSound HD™
Slim Frame

SRS StudioSound HD™ delivers immersive surround sound, deep bass, clear dialog and level volume.

JD Power Award

High-speed/Broadband Internet service and access equipment are required and not provided by VIZIO. Additional fees and/or subscriptions required for certain content and services. Applications pictured or described in accompanying documentation may not be available, or may not provide the same functionality, content or services in all areas or as described herein. Applications are subject to future updates and/or modifications without notice.

* When compared to same size 2012 LCD HDTVs lighted with CCFL technology.

J.D. Power and Associates 2012 High Definition Television (HDTV) Satisfaction Report℠. Report based on responses from 1,009 consumers measuring 8 brands and measures opinions of consumers who purchased an HDTV in the last 12 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed August 2012. Your experiences may vary. Visit www.jdpower.com.

Tech Specs

Video
Screen Size: 50” Class
Diagonal Viewable: 50.00”
Backlight Type: LED
3D: N/A
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Colors: 16.7 Million (8 bits)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 2 Million to 1
Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Response Time: 8ms
Viewable Angle (H/V): 176°/176°
OSD Language: English, Spanish, French

 

Audio
SRS StudioSound™: Yes
SRS TruSurround HD™: Yes
SRS TruVolume™: Yes
Speakers/Power Output: 2 x 8w

 

Connections - Inputs
HDMI: 4 (side)
Component: 1 (down)
Composite: 1 (shared with component)
PC: No
RF Connector for Internal Tuner: 1 (down)
Ethernet: 1 (down)
USB 2.0: 1 (side)

 

Connections - Outputs
Digital Audio Out (SPDIF) 1 (side)
Analog Audio Out 1 RCA (side)

 

Multimedia Support
Music: Yes
Photo: Yes
Video: Yes
DLNA: No

 

Additional Features
VIA (VIZIO Internet Apps): Yes
3D File Formats Supported: N/A
Smart Dimming: Yes
Smooth Motion: No
Ambient Light Sensor: Yes
WiFi: 802.11n single band
Bluetooth: No
HDMI CEC: Yes
HDMI ARC: Yes
PIP (Picture in Picture): No
Mercury Free: Yes
Remote Control: Yes
3D Glasses: N/A
Certifications: UL, CUL, FCC Class B, HDMI 1.4 (CEC/ARC), Vizio AQ, Vizio PQ, Dolby Digital Plus
Compliance: Energy Star® 5.3, ATSC Spec A/65, EIA/CEA-766-A, California Energy Commission Auto Shut Down

 

Weight
Gross: 59.49lbs
Net With Stand: 42.95lbs
Without Stand: 36.53lbs

 

Dimensions
With Stand: 44.56"W x 28.08"H x 10.36"D
Without Stand: 44.56"W x 26.26"H x 3.19"D
Packaging Dimensions: 49.61”W x 29.96"H x 7.13"D

 

Wall Mount Specifications
Hole Pattern: 400mm x 400mm
Screw Size: M6
Screw Length: 18mm
Screw Pitch: 1.0mm

 

Power Ratings
Power Consumption: 77.8W
Standby Power Consumption: <1W
Energy Compliance: ENERGY STAR® 5.3

 

VIZIO Warranty One Year Parts & Labor; Free Lifetime Technical Support

 

VIZIO, Inc. has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein. All product specifications, functionality, features, configurations, performance, design and other product information described herein are subject to change without notice. VIZIO, Inc. disclaims liability for typographical, technical, or descriptive errors

Customer Reviews

Ermahgerd! Review by ART411

FANTASTIC picture!!! Adjust the picture to vivid and turn off the ambient light sensor and BA'AM!

(Posted on 5/11/13)

Very Happy Review by Kathryn

I have a 32 in Vizio that is great so went with the 50 in led. Love the quality of picture and will buy a Vizio next time I need another television

(Posted on 2/26/13)

love my new t.v.!!! Review by rubyredd

This is my first flat screen TV. Finally gotten rid of my old style 32". What was I waiting on?!? I'm loving my Vizio! Great picture great sound great features! You definitely won't be disappointed with this purchase. Got my 50" Vizio smart TV at Walmart and was last they had at the time. Paid $648. Worth every penny! Just awesome!

(Posted on 2/25/13)

the best tv i ever owned Review by chris

i purchased this tv a two weeks ago and i never owned a vizio product but as soon as i got the tv home and out of the box i said wow the design by itself is nice but the picture is beutiful full of color nice surround sound slick design i would recommend this tv to friends and family

(Posted on 2/23/13)

Great Tv Review by kcs52

This TV has an amazing picture and a lot of nice features plus being a smart tv in hooked up with my wireless network with no problem. The price and the quality you can't go wrong with this unit.

(Posted on 2/16/13)

Best picture ever. Review by blueridge58

I had a 42 in. visio for 7 years until picture started going bad. Bought this new 50 in. smart tv and still amazed how crystal clear and sharp the picture is. Very satisfied and glad I went back with visio. Good product and can't wait to get sound bar to match.

(Posted on 2/15/13)

Don't think I would by another Brand Review by flongrie

Got the TV for our new house and it is Great! Sitting on the fireplace mantle right now but going to mount it on the wall. Great picture and sound, I will get the sound bar soon. Great TV for the $$.

(Posted on 2/11/13)

Absolutely amazing Review by ashleykatelyn516

I bought this tv last week, i had a Insignia 50" that i ended up exchanging for this tv. The difference is not even comparable. This tv picture is fantastic. Even on regular definition channels this tv looks terrific, but a million times better with the hd. I have a 32inch vizio and a 26inch vizio and i dont know what i was thinking going with another brand. It was a bad idea, I wont make that mistake again. Our next tv will also be a vizio. We just ordered the vizio sound bar, although the sound on this tv is actually really good. I was expecting it to be not the best because that tends to be what happens with flat screens but it is actually pretty wonderful. We are deciding to go with the sound bar because the room we have this tv in is about 20L x 40W. plus for the superbowl.

i would definitely recommend this tv to anybody. The best tv I have owned yet.

(Posted on 2/1/13)

One great TV Review by jer bear

Only had the TV for a week and find it exceptional. I'd hung onto my old 36 inch
Toshiba for way too long. It's a thrill to be able to see all I've been missing.

(Posted on 1/15/13)

Awesome television Review by Sexy gold

Got my 50 E500i-a1 today and I'm loving this awesome television. Got me a nice stand that as bracket mount. Can't wait to get vizio sound bar VH215 to go with it.

(Posted on 12/28/12)

Still in Awe Review by TheGiftedOne216

We purchased the TV for Thanksgiving. Im still amazed at the picture, sound and quality. I had a LCD for the last 5 years. I can honestly say that this TV is the best that i have researched and bought. It makes the PS3 come to life in ways beyond enjoyment. Blu-ray is fully enjoyable with the LED capabilities. Watching Youtube on the TV is even more awesome. Thanks Vizio

(Posted on 12/26/12)

Wow talk about value for $$ Review by Spence

I ordered this before Thanksgiving and Vizio delivered it to me via Manna delivery service. Arrived without a scratch on the box.

As stated by previous review, easy assembly right out of the box. Picture is just what Vizio provides and they came through again. In HD it is simply stunning.

I have UVerse and I am using a wireless receiver and it is just what I had hoped. May have to play with the sound settings to your satisfaction but worth every penny.

It has been sold out for some time and I can understand why; you better hope they re-stock soon as I can now see another company matching the quality for this price.

(Posted on 12/20/12)

AWESOME TV FOR THE PRICE Review by heyfarmr58

everything I wanted in a 50" led backlit smart tv. worked great right out of the box. very easy setup especially using the wireless. colors are true to life, bright and vivid.

(Posted on 12/18/12)

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