Panasonic announced today its first line of value-priced 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs for the U.S. market. The CX Series of 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs will be available beginning in December at retailers including ABC Warehouse, Brandsmart U.S.A., Curacao, Electronic Express, RC Willey, and Video Only and online starting today at panasonic.com.

The CX Series features five models in screen sizes ranging from 50-inch to 65-inch with two bezel color options – black (CX400) and matte silver (CX420). All CX Series models feature built-in Smart TV apps and Wi-Fi connectivity.

The CX400 black bezel models are available in three screen sizes:

TC-50CX400U (50" Class - 49.5" diagonal) – SRP $799.99
TC-55CX400U (55" Class – 54.6" diagonal) – SRP $999.99
TC-65CX400U (65" Class – 64.5" diagonal) – SRP $1,499.99

The CX420 matte silver bezel modes feature two screen sizes:

TC-55CX420U (55" Class – 54.6" diagonal) – SRP $999.99
TC-65CX420U (65" Class – 64.5" diagonal) – SRP $1,499.99

The TV feature direct-lit LED technology to provide clarity and detail. The default settings on the CX Series are pre-optimized eliminating the need to spend time calibrating picture color gamut, white balance or anything else.

With the touch of a button on the remote, the CX Series features access to included Smart TV apps for online content providers including Netflix, YouTube, Toon Goggles, Pandora and AccuWeather. Built-in Wi-Fi offers access to movies, video and music content via networkable Blu-ray players, set-top boxes, smart devices and more.

The CX Series offers a 120Hz refresh rate and its connectivity options make it quick to connect your game consoles, Blu-ray Disc players and a wide range of other devices via built-in HDMI, USB 3.0, Ethernet, audio and other component inputs.