I want to know how long an image can stay up on my plasma screen before it gets close to burning in?
By Eve | December 18, 2008
I want to have a party and I need some music. My TV plays good quality music through it but the DVD player which plays the cds has a default Sony image and blue background which stays up while the CD is being played. Is there anything I can do to have a moving image while the music plays, like have the TV playing but music from the CD coming out?? And if I change the channel for a second then will the countdown before burn in reset?? Can I also change some settings like with the brightness,sharpness, etc.??
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Will the black bars the TV puts on the sides of my plasma screen be burned in over time like other images?
By Eve | December 18, 2008
I know images can damage the screen if they are left there for long enough. These are the bars the TV puts up on either side of the widescreed to make it a standard 4:3 aspect ratio.
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Can a PS3 do damage to a HD Plasma TV set?
By Eve | December 16, 2008
I’m thinking to buy a PS3 and I’m wondering can it cause burn in or whatever damage to my plasma TV?
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LCD Versus Plasma: a Comparison Guide
By Eve | December 16, 2008
They are the present and the future of the HDTV market: LCD and plasma televisions share some features which are all focused on providing the best images ever and letting people experience with a sort of “real life” environment while they’re at home sitting on the couch watching television. Any difference between LCD and plasma is not that huge, since both provide the best resolutions and best image adaptation depending on the light and other factors.
Plasma display technology is based on pixels, which rely on gas substances to perform their duties and images on LCD displays become visible thanks to electricity which is spread through the liquid crystals. Making a choice between them can be even harder since pros and cons arise mainly from the little details and precautions each LCD and plasma requires, and these details may or may not determine the customer’s purchase of one HDTV type rather than the other. No matter how much the customer spends on their purchase, paying attention to the features of the television is very important.
Despite recent models which are less subjected to the “burn-in” phenomena or ghosting, plasma televisions are at a disadvantage in this case. This is especially true if their usage is connected to the immobility of certain images, which usually is peculiar to video game consoles. LCD displays can suffer from stuck or dead pixels; it is advisable to check the LCD for this problem within the store’s return period or be sure to review the manufacturer warranty policy.
The Plasma television has a unique advantage when it comes to contrast ratios and back levels and for energy savings and an absence of radiation the advantage goes to LCD. Generally LCD TVs are thinner when compared to Plasma and Plasma TVs have better viewing angles.
When it comes to the ease of installation, plasma televisions are quite heavy and a professional is often called for its installation. LCD in this case is lighter and their installation is a lot easier. The consumer may be able to take care of everything alone, without having to use a professional for the installation. There is not a huge difference of the product life span between the two television technologies. This is because both should be up to 60,000 hours, and as always, it also depends on the usage and from the care of the user.
The choice between plasma and LCD is not that easy. When going through the purchase, a good piece of advice is to compare several different models before making a choice.
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Plasma and LCD Televisions - a Side-by-side Comparison
By Eve | December 15, 2008
Want to know if a plasma television or an LCD television would be best for your needs? Here’s a side-by-side comparison that will help you make an informed decision …
What’s the difference between plasma and LCD TVs?
Plasma TV screens are made up of hundreds-of-thousands of gas-filled, colored light cells. When an electrical current passes through those cells they light up and produce a picture.
LCD TV screens consist of a layer of liquid crystals sandwiched between two glass plates. When electricity passes through the crystals, an array of tiny color pixels light up and produce a picture.
Which one has the best picture?
Plasma TVs produce a slightly more colorful picture than LCD TVs. This is due to the fact that plasma TVs display blacks better than LCD TVs, which creates better color contrast, and produces brighter colors.
LCD TVs produce a sharper picture than plasma TVs due to their higher resolution.
What sizes do plasma TVs and LCD TVs come in?
Plasma TVs range in size from 42″ to 65″ wide, while LCD TVs are as small as 2″ wide and go up to 65″ wide.” LCD TVs are thinner and lighter than plasma TVs.
Which one is better for video games?
Plasma TVs can experience screen “burn in.” This happens when a still image is left too long on a screen, resulting in a ghost of that image burned into the screen. LCD TVs do not have this problem and are therefore a better choice if you play lots of video games on your TV.
Does a plasma TV or an LCD TV last longer?
Plasma TVs have a screen life of 30,000 to 60,000 hours, whereas LCD TVs have a screen life of 60,000 hours or more.
How much do they cost?
I recently ran a price check for plasma and LCD TVs. The cheapest large-screen plasma TV was a 42″ inch model for $999. The cheapest 42″ LCD TV was $1,367.
The cheapest 27″ LCD TV I found was $550, and the cheapest 32″ LCD TV was $619. There were no plasma TVs smaller than 42.”
So what’s the bottom line?
If you’re in the market for a 42″ flat-screen or larger, a plasma TV will give you the most bang for your buck. If you want a smaller TV, or if you’re really into video games, then I’d recommend an LCD TV.
Visit the http://TheSatelliteTVGuide.com to get more information, to compare prices, and to get consumer ratings for plasma TVs and LCD Tvs.
The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written a number of articles on plasma TVs and LCD TVs.
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What is the best kind of TV to get? DLP, LCD, PLASMA? 57\” Or any other?
By Eve | December 15, 2008
Also what is the difference between rear projection, projection and regular LCD? What brands are best. I have heard at elavation (me colorado) that plasma have to many problems with noise and burning in the screen, any ideas? I will be using it for Playstation 3, Blue-ray and normal HD watching TV. What is DLP?
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Is it safe to connect a video game system to a plasma tv?
By Eve | December 15, 2008
I have a 3 year old LG 50PX5D plasma screen tv. I have a monster sure portector too that attaches to my tv. i wanted to know that should i attach my wii to the TV or not. Or should i connect it to the surge protector. but then it won’t connect to my tv. Is there a way i can connect my wii to the tv without having it to have a burn in?
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How do you write a business letter to Dell concerning their latest plasma screen television?
By Eve | December 13, 2008
Be sure to include enough background information, so the reader can answer your questions satisfactorily. Include the four issues;
lifespan, price, possibility of burn-in, and shipping.
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do video games leave burn in on a plasma or lcd tv?
By Eve | December 12, 2008
I want to get a tv exclusively for video games but I heard that they leave burn in from stationary characters or objects? is that true??
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Do Plasma TV\’s still have problems with Burn-in?
By Eve | December 12, 2008
I am considering buying a plasma tv (possibly a Samsung tommorow) and wanted to know if the Plasmas still have problems with burn-in? I have one LCD in the house and wanted something a little less expensive in a 50 or 60 inch for my bedroom than the LCD. How is the experience you’ve had with burnin and resolving it? I play PS3 alot and watch a LOT of DVD’s.
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