Q. I'm trying to decide between several 65-inch televisions: the latest Pioneer plasma, the Samsung LCD, the Sony LCD and the Sharp Aquos. I am leaning towards the plasma based on the reviews but was wondering if there were any strong opinions against it.
A. If you restrict yourself to 65-inch class flat panel displays then you currently have a very limited selection: no LED-backlit LCD TV’s and no Pioneer plasma displays.
Plasma display technology is far from being “phased-out” and at least three major CE manufacturers continue to offer plasma displays: Matsushita (Panasonic), Samsung and LG. Plasma displays consistently remain at or near the top of the performance list from nearly every source of reputable TV reviews (though local-dimming LED-backlit LCD TV’s are beginning to challenge the performance areas—other than viewing angle—where emissive displays such as PDP’s have traditionally excelled.)
At this point in time the Panasonic V Series plasma displays offer the best value in terms of initial cost versus overall picture quality, esp. where more than one or two people are expected to be viewing the screen at one time. For me the choice between a CCFL-backlit LCD TV and any of the Samsung PNB850/860 series, Panasonic V series or Pioneer KURO plasma displays is easy - I overwhelmingly prefer the picture quality of plasma; but I also ensure that the room is always dark when viewing movies and certain TV programs.
As good as the latest LED-backlit LCD TV’s are, particularly the top-of-the-line Samsung models, and as good as the Panasonic V10 series are, the Pioneer KURO and Elite KURO plasma TV’s and monitors continue to remain the reference standard against which all top performing consumer displays are being compared.
In the process of choosing a new fixed-pixel flat panel display, irrespective of the display technology, it is very important that you take into consideration the performance of the image and video processing of the flat-panel TV’s in which you’re interested, esp. if you regularly watch standard definition video content such as DVD-Video as well as SD programming from Cable TV, DBS and/or OTA.
One final word of advice: you should make every effort to visit your local dealers and thoroughly and carefully evaluate each of the displays which interest you, preferably under viewing conditions that are (adjusted to be) similar to yours.
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Plasma vs. LCD Technology
http://docs.google.com/View?id=dhpmqnbb_13d5pfk3fx
Yahoo! Answers
– Which television under $10,000 has the best PQ?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090822154509AAb5GCc
– Are the LCD-based LED TV's here to stay?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091024075730AAw4pS6
– Vertical Banding? Need Your Help?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091017072509AAP43jd
CNET Reviews - Best HDTV’s Overall
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-high-definition-tvs/
5 On The Line: Flat Panel Face Off
http://hometheatermag.com/flat-panels/5_on_the_line_flat_panel_face_off/index.html
HDGURU
– The New King of HDTVs: Panasonic's TC-P54V10 Reviewed
http://hdguru.com/the-new-king-of-hdtv-displays-panasonics-tc-p54v10-reviewed/458/
– Panasonic Premiere TH-65VX100-The New King of Flat Panels
http://hdguru.com/panasonic-premiere-th-65vx100-the-new-king-of-flat-panels-exclusive-first-review/276/
– Will You See All The HDTV Resolution You Expected? 125 2008 Model Test Results
http://hdguru.com/will-you-see-all-the-hdtv-resolution-you-expected-125-2008-model-test-results-hd-guru-exclusive/287/
– [PDF] 2008 Model HDTV Motion Resolution Test Results
http://hdguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/2008-resolution-tests-125-hdtvs.pdf
– Q2 Plasma HDTV Sales Surge; LCD 40"+ Size Sales Flat
http://hdguru.com/q2-plasma-hdtv-sales-surge-lcd-40-size-sales-flat-vizio-maintains-no-1-lcd-volume/468/
Moving Picture Resolution?
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1066429&pp=60
LED TVs compared: Local dimming vs. edge-lit
http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6482_7-6661380.html
[PDF] Thin is In: LED Backlight Units Are Becoming Thinner and Brighter
http://www.macrovis.com/images/GLT%20Information%20Display%202-09.pdf
[PDF] Myth-busting - Just the Facts on Plasma TV Performance
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pio/pe/images/portal/cit_3424/273087528Pioneer%20DTV%20White%20Paper%20-%20FINAL.pdf
[PDF] “The Future Looks Bright for Plasma TVs”
http://www2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/Content/pressroom/Plasma-WP.pdf
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http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/_pdf/pdf-the-future-still-looks-bright-for-plasma-tvs.pdf
Plasma display technology is far from being “phased-out” and at least three major CE manufacturers continue to offer plasma displays: Matsushita (Panasonic), Samsung and LG. Plasma displays consistently remain at or near the top of the performance list from nearly every source of reputable TV reviews (though local-dimming LED-backlit LCD TV’s are beginning to challenge the performance areas—other than viewing angle—where emissive displays such as PDP’s have traditionally excelled.)
At this point in time the Panasonic V Series plasma displays offer the best value in terms of initial cost versus overall picture quality, esp. where more than one or two people are expected to be viewing the screen at one time. For me the choice between a CCFL-backlit LCD TV and any of the Samsung PNB850/860 series, Panasonic V series or Pioneer KURO plasma displays is easy - I overwhelmingly prefer the picture quality of plasma; but I also ensure that the room is always dark when viewing movies and certain TV programs.
As good as the latest LED-backlit LCD TV’s are, particularly the top-of-the-line Samsung models, and as good as the Panasonic V10 series are, the Pioneer KURO and Elite KURO plasma TV’s and monitors continue to remain the reference standard against which all top performing consumer displays are being compared.
In the process of choosing a new fixed-pixel flat panel display, irrespective of the display technology, it is very important that you take into consideration the performance of the image and video processing of the flat-panel TV’s in which you’re interested, esp. if you regularly watch standard definition video content such as DVD-Video as well as SD programming from Cable TV, DBS and/or OTA.
One final word of advice: you should make every effort to visit your local dealers and thoroughly and carefully evaluate each of the displays which interest you, preferably under viewing conditions that are (adjusted to be) similar to yours.
######################## RESOURCES ########################
Plasma vs. LCD Technology
http://docs.google.com/View?id=dhpmqnbb_13d5pfk3fx
Yahoo! Answers
– Which television under $10,000 has the best PQ?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090822154509AAb5GCc
– Are the LCD-based LED TV's here to stay?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091024075730AAw4pS6
– Vertical Banding? Need Your Help?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091017072509AAP43jd
CNET Reviews - Best HDTV’s Overall
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-high-definition-tvs/
5 On The Line: Flat Panel Face Off
http://hometheatermag.com/flat-panels/5_on_the_line_flat_panel_face_off/index.html
HDGURU
– The New King of HDTVs: Panasonic's TC-P54V10 Reviewed
http://hdguru.com/the-new-king-of-hdtv-displays-panasonics-tc-p54v10-reviewed/458/
– Panasonic Premiere TH-65VX100-The New King of Flat Panels
http://hdguru.com/panasonic-premiere-th-65vx100-the-new-king-of-flat-panels-exclusive-first-review/276/
– Will You See All The HDTV Resolution You Expected? 125 2008 Model Test Results
http://hdguru.com/will-you-see-all-the-hdtv-resolution-you-expected-125-2008-model-test-results-hd-guru-exclusive/287/
– [PDF] 2008 Model HDTV Motion Resolution Test Results
http://hdguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/2008-resolution-tests-125-hdtvs.pdf
– Q2 Plasma HDTV Sales Surge; LCD 40"+ Size Sales Flat
http://hdguru.com/q2-plasma-hdtv-sales-surge-lcd-40-size-sales-flat-vizio-maintains-no-1-lcd-volume/468/
Moving Picture Resolution?
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1066429&pp=60
LED TVs compared: Local dimming vs. edge-lit
http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6482_7-6661380.html
[PDF] Thin is In: LED Backlight Units Are Becoming Thinner and Brighter
http://www.macrovis.com/images/GLT%20Information%20Display%202-09.pdf
[PDF] Myth-busting - Just the Facts on Plasma TV Performance
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pio/pe/images/portal/cit_3424/273087528Pioneer%20DTV%20White%20Paper%20-%20FINAL.pdf
[PDF] “The Future Looks Bright for Plasma TVs”
http://www2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/Content/pressroom/Plasma-WP.pdf
-- or --
http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/_pdf/pdf-the-future-still-looks-bright-for-plasma-tvs.pdf
how much does it cost to opeate a flat screen TV?
Q. my dad said we cant afford to buy a flat screen TV because it uses up too much electricity and it will double the electric bill. is this true?
What kind of flat screen TV should we look for if we don't want to double our electric bill? We do want High Definition picture though and we are thinking of around 42 inches that can be mounted on a wall.
What kind of flat screen TV should we look for if we don't want to double our electric bill? We do want High Definition picture though and we are thinking of around 42 inches that can be mounted on a wall.
A. Your dad is being overzealous!
Obviously if you go from a 30" CRT TV to a 65" Plasma TV, you're going to see a noticeable rise in your electric bill! But it's not going to be enough to break your dad's wallet!
However, 42" LCD and Plasma TV are very common size for HDTVs. And most are energy star rated so you don't have to worry about a significant rise in your electric bill! If there is any rise at all, you probably won't notice it unless you're looking for it!
This is a TV that i recommend a lot because it's made by the most reliable brand of HDTVs i've ever seen, as well as it's an affordable TV that provides an outstanding picture quality! It's one of the most energy efficient Plasma models made too!
Panasonic 42" 1080p(TC-P42U1): http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Panasonic+-+VIERA+/+42%22+Class+/+1080p+/+600Hz+/+Plasma+HDTV/9244301.p?id=1218066284214&skuId=9244301
It's on-mode average energy consumption is rated at 142w. That'll cost about $2.76 a month at the national average of 12cents per kilowatt hour(some states vary)!
Obviously if you go from a 30" CRT TV to a 65" Plasma TV, you're going to see a noticeable rise in your electric bill! But it's not going to be enough to break your dad's wallet!
However, 42" LCD and Plasma TV are very common size for HDTVs. And most are energy star rated so you don't have to worry about a significant rise in your electric bill! If there is any rise at all, you probably won't notice it unless you're looking for it!
This is a TV that i recommend a lot because it's made by the most reliable brand of HDTVs i've ever seen, as well as it's an affordable TV that provides an outstanding picture quality! It's one of the most energy efficient Plasma models made too!
Panasonic 42" 1080p(TC-P42U1): http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Panasonic+-+VIERA+/+42%22+Class+/+1080p+/+600Hz+/+Plasma+HDTV/9244301.p?id=1218066284214&skuId=9244301
It's on-mode average energy consumption is rated at 142w. That'll cost about $2.76 a month at the national average of 12cents per kilowatt hour(some states vary)!
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