PLASMA HELP PLEASE ?!?!?!
29 October 2005, 08:52 AM
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PLASMA HELP PLEASE ?!?!?!
I have been looking for a 42" plasma for a while now. Dont want to go to mad as I am thinking of projections at some stage so thinking of one of these (probably the Samsung one)
is there any reason why I shouldnt get either ?
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http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...=97084&_LOC=UK
is there any reason why I shouldnt get either ?
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http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...=97084&_LOC=UK
29 October 2005, 08:56 AM
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29 October 2005, 09:13 AM
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id pay a little bit more and get a panny or pioneer tbh . ive got a panasonic 42pw6 and its been fantastic.
have a look at www.webelectricals.co.uk
have a look at www.webelectricals.co.uk
29 October 2005, 09:14 AM
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Gotta agree if youve got the money to go with a panasonic... PW7 would the the one I went for, but that is off course the same as the Viera just without the tuner and glass frame etc....
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29 October 2005, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by djuk
As far as I can see the second on isn't HD ready either, it only has a resolution of 852x480 so won't be able to display high definition fully.
Doesnt mention anywhere what the resolution is but it clearly states HD Compatiable???? wierd. Dunno to be honest, only had a quick gander.
29 October 2005, 10:11 AM
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Doesn't say anywhere on that page but a quick google brings up a few specs. It seems to have a HDMI input but only a resolution of 852x480 so not quite sure what the deal is there!
29 October 2005, 10:48 AM
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Its not true HD as it can only display 852x480
I think the true formats used in HD (but I may be wrong) are:
720p - 1280 x 720 progressive
1080i - 1920 x 1080 interlaced
1080p - 1920 x 1080 progressive
Problem with a lot of retailers at the moment badging sets as HD ready when they're clearly not capable of displaying true HD images
I think the true formats used in HD (but I may be wrong) are:
720p - 1280 x 720 progressive
1080i - 1920 x 1080 interlaced
1080p - 1920 x 1080 progressive
Problem with a lot of retailers at the moment badging sets as HD ready when they're clearly not capable of displaying true HD images
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01 November 2005, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Fulham71
should I just save up more funds then ?
01 November 2005, 10:00 AM
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I went for the budget option, as I will change to an HD one when they become a bit more common (and cheaper). Mine is a 42" Bush Plasma, which cost me £799 + Vat, and to be honest, it's leaps and bounds above the rear projection and LCD RP screens I saw. I will take a photo of it tonight, because I'm chuffed to bits with the quality of it, especially for what it cost (Makro)
01 November 2005, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by davegtt
If you have your heart set on 42" then yes save up more or go with a better but smaller 37" plasma
But look around and you'll find a good deal, if you've got a Richersounds near you try them.
01 November 2005, 11:16 AM
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After pricing the TVs, I went with a projector and 120" remote control screen. It really frees up space in the living room and the screen is so much better that LCD or plasma. It is digital and HID compliant as well. I don't watch TV so the Govt can kiss my **** when it comes to paying the outrageous TV tax as well. Sorry queenie, you'll have to go steal from another!
03 November 2005, 06:41 AM
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I have decided that HD ready isnt that important to me right now !
So have decided to go for this :-
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
Am I making a huge mistake ?
So have decided to go for this :-
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
Am I making a huge mistake ?
03 November 2005, 09:20 AM
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Not 100% sure on the set itsef but Samsung isnt all that bad.
To be honest HD doesnt interest me either yet.... How long was digital out with Sky before the price became realistic and many people used it, and its not even released yet... I wouldnt worry about it.... and when HDTV is important to you stick that plasma in the spare bedroom (covert to lads room
) and buy a new Plasma lol (thats my plan anyhow)
To be honest HD doesnt interest me either yet.... How long was digital out with Sky before the price became realistic and many people used it, and its not even released yet... I wouldnt worry about it.... and when HDTV is important to you stick that plasma in the spare bedroom (covert to lads room
) and buy a new Plasma lol (thats my plan anyhow)
03 November 2005, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by KiwiGTI
Panasonic Viera easily the best, even the non-HD models which can be had for approx£1300.
drop so quickly in price... Not complaining though, honest
ohhh and yes, easily the best
03 November 2005, 09:47 AM
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I agree there is so much hearsay about HD that I think I will steer clear for now !
spoken to a couple of people & they seem to think the picture quality of the plasma is good ! They also agree that the deal that Ebuyer are doing is a good one !!!!
Think I will be purchasing today
spoken to a couple of people & they seem to think the picture quality of the plasma is good ! They also agree that the deal that Ebuyer are doing is a good one !!!!
Think I will be purchasing today
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03 November 2005, 10:08 AM
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they are already 4 months behind on testing apparently !
You will also have to pay extra to subsribe !
PLUS we still dont know what format everyone will be using !
You will also have to pay extra to subsribe !
PLUS we still dont know what format everyone will be using !
03 November 2005, 10:18 AM
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i got a pioneer 43" HD ready plasma, as u no paul. £2500 but is now £1995 @ richer sounds.
already signed up for HD sky
cant really comment on the samsung but when we were looking I only had in mind the good quality makes such as pioneer, panasonic, sony.
obvioulsy the cheaper models are always gonna be inferioir to the higher spec'd, higher quality components.
u get what u pay for really
already signed up for HD sky
cant really comment on the samsung but when we were looking I only had in mind the good quality makes such as pioneer, panasonic, sony.
obvioulsy the cheaper models are always gonna be inferioir to the higher spec'd, higher quality components.
u get what u pay for really
03 November 2005, 10:24 AM
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rb5... Sony? quality makes in Plasmas? dont make me laugh
and yes Sky are behind, how long have I been listening to Sky are launching it soon... do you even know what theyre launching? not a full package thats for sure, a few channels for the first year.... gonna be a while yet before its rolled it properly and is cost efficient.... I mean theyre bl00dy set top box will be Thomson... I wouldnt trust them to build a remote control let alone a HD Set top box
and yes Sky are behind, how long have I been listening to Sky are launching it soon... do you even know what theyre launching? not a full package thats for sure, a few channels for the first year.... gonna be a while yet before its rolled it properly and is cost efficient.... I mean theyre bl00dy set top box will be Thomson... I wouldnt trust them to build a remote control let alone a HD Set top box
03 November 2005, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Fulham71
I have decided that HD ready isnt that important to me right now !
So have decided to go for this :-
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
Am I making a huge mistake ?
So have decided to go for this :-
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/produ...duct_uid=97158
Am I making a huge mistake ?
I have a Panasonic TH42 PV500CAB and am very pleased with it. It's HD ready but, due to it's popularity it's very difficult to get one at the moment as many dealers are out of stock. I've had mine four months. Geoff.
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03 November 2005, 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Fulham71
Firstly you quite often pay extra for brand
03 November 2005, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Rapid17
Mate, that Samsung is not HD ready it's HD compatible only. Geoff.