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Plasma TV Misconceptions Part 2


In the last post we started our series on plasma TV misconceptions.  There are a lot of them out there, and the hope of this series is to dispel some of them.  So far we have covered 3 of the commonly held fallacies regarding plasmas.  Today, we will continue on this topic and look at […]

Plasma TV Misconceptions


There are many misconceptions that continue to stick around regarding plasma televisions, and for the next several posts we will be looking at some of these.

 Plasma TVs need to be routinely serviced or have their plasma replaced – although you may hear this touted by warranty companies, there really is no truth to this.  Especially […]

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U 50″ 1080p Plasma HDTV


 

With the TH50PZ85U plasma TV, Panasonic has achieved picture quality that’s sure to blow you away. The increased native contrast ratio of 30,000:1 ensures exceptionally rich blacks and stunning whites. An anti-reflective filter keeps unwanted reflections to a minimum. The result is arguably the most detailed plasma TV in the world. The TH50PZ85U includes a […]

Steps To Lengthen the Life of Your Plasma TV


In the last post we talked about how the technological updates done by the manufacturers have lengthened the life of plasma TVs by many years.  Today, we’ll look at how you as a user can lengthen it even more.

Never leave static images on the unit.  Make sure static images do not stay on the screen […]

How Long Will My Plasma TV Last?


The early technology of plasma TVs has fostered a somewhat negative reputation for this line of televisions.  The excitement of the new technology made buyers excited if the TV even turned on, so when, after only a few years, they were trading in their broken model for a new one, manufacturers were forced to improve […]

Is Contrast Ratio Important?


Contrast ratio is a spec that most manufacturers tout as a main catch.  However, how important is this specification in the grand scheme of plasma television-land?  According to Robert Wiley, it is not important at all. 
To define contrast ratio in simple terms, it is basically the spectrum of white to black that the television […]

Things to Consider Before Buying a Plasma TV


If this is your first time “going Plasma,” here are a few things to consider in making the best decision.

Determine the right screen size based on the floor plan of your home-entertainment room.  You don’t want to purchase a 56” plasma television that’s going to go into a 10’ by 10’ area.  Although it may […]

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