Flat Screen Tv's

[SillyMe]

I'd like to buy one, but know nothing about them. Which brands are good? Which brands should I stay away from? Any info or recommendations would be appreciated.

 

[DisneyAddict_M]

I just bought one a couple of weeks ago. I have a 32" LCD/HD Polaroid. I haven't had any problems with it, but then again...it's only a couple of weeks old. I have the touch of death when it comes to TVs, so only time will tell how well it stands up. So far, so good though. Btw, if you get an LCD/HD, I highly recommend getting an HD box if you don't have one already...the picture looks much better.

 

[terryX]

I have had absolutely NO problems with Sonys. I'm not sure if anyone else has but when I go to buy my HD TV it will be a SONY! And it will be BIG!

 

[Charade]

I would recommend a plasma over an LCD. They're a bit cheaper for a larger size compared to an LCD. I actually perfer the picture on a plasma (more like a traditional TV) over an LCD.

I believe the smallest plasma is 42in but you should get the biggest one that you can based on the room size and viewing distance. The "viewing rule" is 2.5 to 3 times the diagonal size of the TV. For example, if your viewing distance is 8-10 feet, the TV should be no smaller (or much larger) than 42 inches. Or to reverse that, if you get a 50 inch TV, you should sit about 10-12 feet away for it.

The main thing to remember is that flat panels are usually wide screen. When you view a traditional TV program on it, it will have black bars on the sides or (if the TV has it, most do) the TV will "stretch" the image to fit the screen. This will slightly distort the image but you will get used to it.

Another thing to remember with flat panel TVs (LCD or plasma) is that they may (and usually do) show regular (not DVDs or HDTV programming) slightly worse than an old style (tube) TV.

While they usually cost a little more, look for TVs with a built-in ASTC (HD) tuner. If you live within the recieving distance of your local stations and have get a small antenna, the HD picture will be STUNNING! HD TV from cable or satellite and DVDs will be very good too. Make sure to use the best connections (not the wires, the connectors. There are 3 or 4 basic types) from the cable or satellite box or the DVD player.

 

[CJMickeyMouse]

I have had absolutely NO problems with Sonys. I'm not sure if anyone else has but when I go to buy my HD TV it will be a SONY! And it will be BIG!

We actually just purchased a Sony 60" rear projection TV a couple of months ago and have been VERY pleased with it. Especially the HD channels!!!!!

 

[BibbidiBobbidiBOO]

We just got a Sony Bravia 32" LCD HDTV flat panel for our bedroom. Upgraded to digital and HD and loving it! We compared in store and researched a lot. Next we will get a bigger one for the family room.

 

[Papa Deuce]

have a costco you can go to? Check out the Vizio Plasmas! They look great, and I have seen a few positive reviews! Plus they cost less than many. My only concern would be if it needed service. I have no idea who, would service it...

 

[DawnCt1]

we just got a 50 inch Pioneer plasma. it had the best picture of any we looked at.

 

[bicker]

We looked into plasma and LCD before settling on DLP, because the picture quality was so much better for the price, especially at the larger sizes, and we're budget conscious people. There are a few good brands -- I ended up choosing Samsung based on reports from various consumer resources that they have the best reliability and service.

 

[SillyMe]

I would recommend a plasma over an LCD. They're a bit cheaper for a larger size compared to an LCD. I actually perfer the picture on a plasma (more like a traditional TV) over an LCD.

I believe the smallest plasma is 42in but you should get the biggest one that you can based on the room size and viewing distance. The "viewing rule" is 2.5 to 3 times the diagonal size of the TV. For example, if your viewing distance is 8-10 feet, the TV should be no smaller (or much larger) than 42 inches. Or to reverse that, if you get a 50 inch TV, you should sit about 10-12 feet away for it.

The main thing to remember is that flat panels are usually wide screen. When you view a traditional TV program on it, it will have black bars on the sides or (if the TV has it, most do) the TV will "stretch" the image to fit the screen. This will slightly distort the image but you will get used to it.

Another thing to remember with flat panel TVs (LCD or plasma) is that they may (and usually do) show regular (not DVDs or HDTV programming) slightly worse than an old style (tube) TV.

While they usually cost a little more, look for TVs with a built-in ASTC (HD) tuner. If you live within the recieving distance of your local stations and have get a small antenna, the HD picture will be STUNNING! HD TV from cable or satellite and DVDs will be very good too. Make sure to use the best connections (not the wires, the connectors. There are 3 or 4 basic types) from the cable or satellite box or the DVD player.

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