How to Learn About Plasma TVs
Realize that plasma TVs are not that expensive., Know that most plasmas don't necessarily have the most pixels., Don't just buy a plasma or other flat panel TV to "save space.", Be aware that pretty much ALL HDTV's are "horizontal rectangles"...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Realize that plasma TVs are not that expensive.
Most good 42" plasmas cost about the same as a good 50" DLP or LCD rear projection TV, and they tend to cost less than flat panel LCD's of the same size. -
Step 2: Know that most plasmas don't necessarily have the most pixels.
The larger (40" and up) flat panel LCD's most often have the highest resolution.
While this is important, it is not the MOST IMPORTANT part of a TV. , This is occasionally a concern of people, but really most people buy a plasma because they want to wall mount a TV. , This includes high-def LCD's, Plasmas, CRT's, and Projections. , It can happen, but it is difficult to get, even with video games.
If burn-in does occur, it is usually reversible, which is why most experts in the electronic industry now call this "image retention" rather than "burn-in."
LCD's and plasmas are about the same age as far as the technology goes and the availability to consumers.
Additionally, a good plasma does not use much power. -
Step 3: Don't just buy a plasma or other flat panel TV to "save space."
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Step 4: Be aware that pretty much ALL HDTV's are "horizontal rectangles" otherwise known as widescreen and have an aspect ratio of 16x9 as opposed to traditional 4x3.
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Step 5: Burn-in is not really an issue with plasmas anymore.
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Step 6: Plasmas are not obsolete.
Detailed Guide
Most good 42" plasmas cost about the same as a good 50" DLP or LCD rear projection TV, and they tend to cost less than flat panel LCD's of the same size.
The larger (40" and up) flat panel LCD's most often have the highest resolution.
While this is important, it is not the MOST IMPORTANT part of a TV. , This is occasionally a concern of people, but really most people buy a plasma because they want to wall mount a TV. , This includes high-def LCD's, Plasmas, CRT's, and Projections. , It can happen, but it is difficult to get, even with video games.
If burn-in does occur, it is usually reversible, which is why most experts in the electronic industry now call this "image retention" rather than "burn-in."
LCD's and plasmas are about the same age as far as the technology goes and the availability to consumers.
Additionally, a good plasma does not use much power.
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