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- Do they make a plasma monitor that is 42" and a native resolution of 1280x720 or 1280x768 I currently run 1024x768 on my monitor but I want to keep a 16:9 aspect ratio without streeching the picture. thanks for your time hope you can answer that question -KYLE
- How important is a line conditioner for plasma TV's. I was told by the salesman that I should buy a $400 Monster line conditioner which serves a surge protector but also maintains a constant voltage (?) to the Plasma TV. He said the biggest reason they start blowing out Pixels is because most residential electric services deliver a fluctuating electric supply.
- When viewing DVD on my SD plasma tonal areas tend to band into annoying bands/stripes. While viewing a HDTV broadcast the stripes are hardly noticeable (but still present). I use high quality component cables and a progressive scan DVD player. I want a better picture! I dont think it's because the plasma is SD not HD. Anyone know how to overcome the bands?
- I don't understand 2:3 pulldown (or is it 3:2 pulldown?). Is this only valuable for watching DVD as the source? Would this matter when watching regular Non-HDTV cable?
- Just had Hitachi C42PD5200 delivered. 150 mile trip and tv on it's side. Box shows upright logo and I've heard that plasma's should never be laid flat as it ruins them. Rang shop who said it would be OK (well they would say that wouldn't they). I've not opened box yet as I'm worried tv will be harmed long term by being laid flat, and if this is so I will send tv back to shop unopened. Thank you for your help.
- How can I find an authorized Plasma TV installer?
- I have heard of plasma tvs that when not in use look like a framed picture (art work). What manufacturers carry this type of plasma tv?
- Contrast Ratio numbers.. Is it the larger the ratio the better the pictures.... Thank You
- I am considering a hdtv plasma and am torn between the pioneer pdp-433cmx Panasonic TH-42PHD6UY and the hitachi CMP4201U. All three offer HDTV so the decision is based on bang for the buck . Any suggestions. i was hoping to find a good 42 inch plasma with high def for around $3500 or less and all three are about that. Which do you recommend Thanks
- I just had my 50" plasma shipped to my home and discovered that the interior glass screen is shattered; the exterior screen is intact with no damage. I'm filing a claim with the shipper. My question is this - since the purchase will be covered by the shipping insurance, is this damage worth repairing, both from an economic perspective as well as a future picture quality perspective? Or, should I just buy something new again?
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- Do they make a plasma monitor that is 42" and a native resolution of 1280x720 or 1280x768 I currently run 1024x768 on my monitor but I want to keep a 16:9 aspect ratio without streeching the picture. thanks for your time hope you can answer that question -KYLE
I do not know of any 42" plasma monitors with a native resolution of 1280x720 or 1280x768. You may need to upgrade your video card on your computer to one that supports widescreen resolutions to avoid stretching the image.
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- How important is a line conditioner for plasma TV's. I was told by the salesman that I should buy a $400 Monster line conditioner which serves a surge protector but also maintains a constant voltage (?) to the Plasma TV. He said the biggest reason they start blowing out Pixels is because most residential electric services deliver a fluctuating electric supply.
Most retailers have very high margins on accessories and warranties and the salesmen are trained to push them heavily. This is not without saying that these accessories and warranties do serve an important purpose. The line conditioners will provide you with a cleaner power supply that will enable your electronics to perform at thier best without any noise being caused by unstable power. Most also offer surge protection to help for large power spikes from lightening strikes or unusual surge from the local power company. Are they required? No. Do they help? Yes. A pixel is not going to burn out because of power fluxuations, it is going to burn out if there is a physical loss in connection between it and the circuit board. And the warranties will offer you the comfort at night that if anything goes wrong during the duration of the warranty, your $$$$ purchase will be fixed.
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- When viewing DVD on my SD plasma tonal areas tend to band into annoying bands/stripes. While viewing a HDTV broadcast the stripes are hardly noticeable (but still present). I use high quality component cables and a progressive scan DVD player. I want a better picture! I dont think it's because the plasma is SD not HD. Anyone know how to overcome the bands?
I have not heard of any type of banding as you have described. If it is occurring with all sources, it may be your plasma. I would have a service technician look at the display.
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- I don't understand 2:3 pulldown (or is it 3:2 pulldown?). Is this only valuable for watching DVD as the source? Would this matter when watching regular Non-HDTV cable?
3:2 or 2:3 pulldown is really only valuable when watching DVDs. It is a process of matching a 24 frame/second film source transferred to video at 30 frames/second. Here is a simple article explaining how this process works. http://www.extron.com/technology/archive.asp?id=32pulldown
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- Just had Hitachi C42PD5200 delivered. 150 mile trip and tv on it's side. Box shows upright logo and I've heard that plasma's should never be laid flat as it ruins them. Rang shop who said it would be OK (well they would say that wouldn't they). I've not opened box yet as I'm worried tv will be harmed long term by being laid flat, and if this is so I will send tv back to shop unopened. Thank you for your help.
The upright indicators are there for transportation purposes. Glass is very brittle in nature and can crack easily when laying down flat and any sort of impact force is applied to it. Also the weight of the electronics can also be enough at times to cause the screen to crack. If you were lucky enough to make it home while it was laying flat and there were no cracks in the screen, be happy and enjoy the plasma for a long time. But if you decide to move in the future, make sure you transport it vertically.
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- How can I find an authorized Plasma TV installer?
Any good company you purchase your plasma from should have a network of installers for your needs. If you cannot get an installer referral from the merchant, I would suggest looking at www.cedia.net for a qualified installer.
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- I have heard of plasma tvs that when not in use look like a framed picture (art work). What manufacturers carry this type of plasma tv?
The artwork is separate from the plasma tv itself. There are various manufacturers of this type of product.
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- Contrast Ratio numbers.. Is it the larger the ratio the better the pictures.... Thank You
In regards to contrast ratio, the higher the number the better the performance or black level.
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- I am considering a hdtv plasma and am torn between the pioneer pdp-433cmx Panasonic TH-42PHD6UY and the hitachi CMP4201U. All three offer HDTV so the decision is based on bang for the buck . Any suggestions. i was hoping to find a good 42 inch plasma with high def for around $3500 or less and all three are about that. Which do you recommend Thanks
Of the 3 units, I like the Panasonic the best. It has the most flexible inputs with the expansion modules. It also has a 1024x768 which I like much better than the ALiS 1024x1024 panel in the Hitachi. The Pioneer model also has the 1024x768 panel but has a lower contrast ratio than the Panasonic.
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- I just had my 50" plasma shipped to my home and discovered that the interior glass screen is shattered; the exterior screen is intact with no damage. I'm filing a claim with the shipper. My question is this - since the purchase will be covered by the shipping insurance, is this damage worth repairing, both from an economic perspective as well as a future picture quality perspective? Or, should I just buy something new again?
It will be cheaper to buy new again than fixing the broken screen. I would buy from a company that will service you better if the goods arrive damaged.
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