Plasma Lcd
What is the difference between a plasma and Lcd Tv?
What is the difference between a plasma and LCD TV? I see advertized on their website, a Vizio 42 Inch Plasma TV, for $650, including free shipping. Someone told me the reason why LCD is preferable to plasma, but I forgot what it was.
TV Size
TV size matters first and foremost. If you look through various consumer and guru guides you will see that its essentially a consensus that you need not worry about high end features unless you are going to break 40" and more so 50". The reason being is that you can not see the advantages of those features in smaller sets. But being that you're looking at 42", an advanced feature/option, like Plasma, makes sense.
LCD
( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liquid_crystal_display_television )
LCDs inherently suffer problems with motion playback. They suffer from motion blur (ghost trails). This is compensated for with the 120Hz/240Hz refresh rates. This feature helps out a lot, but is not 100%. And you are expected to pay a price premium for this add-on.
CCFL LCDs have muted colors, grey blacks, and so-so contrast. This is compensated for with the modern LED LCD. The LED backlight provides a massive jump in quality in regard to those 3 things. It brings it to a near Plasma/CRT/DLP level.
But in smaller sets, LCDs are the go to choice. So for the time being they will certainly still fill an important need there. And there also offer a certain sense of familiarity for many, as Lcd Computer monitors have been the norm for so long now.
Plasma
( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plasma_display )
Plasmas are inherently near instantaneous in their refresh rate. They are flawless in motion playback. While you might see some tagged with 480Hz or 600Hz sub-field motion drives, this is not a refresh rate. Its more so marketing to trick consumers (because of LCD's refresh rates). But in reality the technology just works quite differently (its more like your old CRT/tube set).
Plasmas inherently deliver vivid color, true blacks, and deep contrast. They do this right out of the box. They are a better overall image. And so you get a better image and perfect motion playback without having to pay anything extra.
Plasmas were not always this good a choice though, they have improved greatly over the years. But because of those past problems they do currently suffer from many myths and misconceptions. The main ones being that they suffer from burn-in, they are more expensive, they have shorter life spans, and they are energy hogs.
Modern Plasmas do not suffer from burn-in. After they are conditioned, you would have to actually work hard to accomplish a burn-in. To condition a new set all you need to do is keep the brightness and contrast turned way down for the first 100-200 hours of use. After that optimize and enjoy.
Plasmas are not more expensive than LCD rivals anymore. Any especially with LCDs needing high end features like 120Hz and LED backlights to compete. Those features often make LCD far more expensive to buy.
Plasmas do not have shorter life spans. The reputable brands will deliver models that are rated to 60,000 - 100,000 hours. That basically means that in 10 years time, at 8 hours a day, 365 days a year, you would only really see at most about a 10% loss in brightness. So the set is likely well useable for beyond 10 years.
Current Plasma models are now energy star certified. This means no more being power hogs against LCDs. They can match LCDs in this regard. But every model is different. There are some LCDs that still perform better, and there are some LCDs that perform much worse. It changes ever year as new models come out.
Brands
Though for Plasma I would recommend looking at Panasonic or Samsung before Vizio. Look at Best Buy right now for some sales on 42" Plasma Tvs from those better brands. Vizio doesn't really have the reputation of being an elite Plasma Tv manufacturer.
The Samsung PN42B450B1D is on sale right now for only $680. The Panasonic TC-P42X1 is on sale for $700. That's two 42" Plasmas from top tier manufacturers, still within the same price range.
 5 YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $3500  US $269.95
|
 5YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $1500 US $129.95
|
 Guard Shield fits 40 inch Flat Screen TV LCD LED Plasma US $149.00
|
 Guard Shield fits 42 inch Flat Screen TV LCD LED Plasma US $149.00
|
 Guard Shield fits 47 inch Flat Screen TV LCD LED Plasma US $159.00
|
 TV Flat Screen Protector 47 inch Protection LCD Plasma US $159.00
|
 Guard Shield fits 52 inch Flat Screen TV LCD LED Plasma US $169.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 55 inch LED LCD Plasma US $199.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 40 inch LED LCD Plasma US $139.00
|
 3 YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $3700 US $219.95
|
 MAXENT 42 PLASMA LCD BIG SCREEN TELEVISION WITH REMOTE US $499.99
|
 TV Screen Protector 40 inch Protection LED LCD Plasma US $109.00
|
 5YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $1750 US $149.95
|
 5YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $750 US $89.95
|
 59 65 samsung 4 Leg Metal Base For LCD PDP plasma Hdtv US $39.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 37 inch LED LCD Plasma US $119.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 42 inch LED LCD Plasma US $139.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 46 inch LCD LED Plasma US $149.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 52 inch LED LCD Plasma US $159.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 47 inch LED LCD Plasma US $149.00
|
 3 YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $1250 US $103.95
|
 TV Screen Protector 46 inch Protection LCD LED Plasma US $119.00
|
 TV Screen Protector 37 inch Protection LED LCD Plasma US $99.00
|
 TV Screen Protector 47 inch Protection LED LCD Plasma US $119.00
|
 Anti Glare TV Screen Protector 50 inch LED LCD Plasma US $159.00
|
 LG remote control Model MKJ32022820 LCD Plasma TVs US $14.99
|
 TV Flat Screen Protector 40 inch Protection LCD Plasma US $149.00
|
 TV Flat Screen Protector 37 inch Protection LCD Plasma US $139.00
|
 3 YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $2500 US $142.95
|
 3 YR EXTENDED MACK WARRANTY FOR DLP TV PLASMA LCD $1700 US $139.95
|
 Dual Arm Tilt 37 42 50 55 PLASMA LCD LED TV WALL MOUNT US $88.41
|
 FULL MOTION 32 37 42 50 52 PLASMA LCD LED TV WALL MOUNT US $88.41
|
 59 65 samsung 4 Leg Metal Base For LED LCD PDP plasma Hdtv US $60.00
|
| Powered by phpBay Pro |
 |
Cheetah Mounts APTMM2B Flat Screen TV Wall Mount Bracket for 32-65-Inch Plasma LED LCD TV
List Price:  |
DescriptionThe APTMM2 flat Tilt Mount features a slim 1.4-Inch profile from the wall to the back of your display. Additionally it has 0-15 degrees of tilt. The APTMM2 mount is constructed with 8LBS of 100% High Grade Steel providing a sturdy and reliable mount... Features
|
 |
VideoSecu Tilt TV Wall Mount for Most 32"-65" LCD LED Plasma TV Flat Screen, Sturdy Steel Wall Plate Free Hdmi Cable and 6" Bubble Level M43
List Price: |
DescriptionThe VideoSecu MP501B is compatible with LED, LCD, and Plasma TVs and other Flat Panel display between 32 and 60 inches weigh less than 165lbs. Supports all VESA mounting standards up to 710x450mm and many odd size mounting patterns (mounting holes on the rear of the TV or panel should be no more than 28" apart horizontally and up to 17... Features
|
 |
Cheetah Mounts Plasma Lcd Flat Screen TV Articulating Full Motion Dual Arm Wall Mount Bracket For 32-65" Displays Up To 165LBS Black With 10' High Speed HDMI Cable With Ethernet Fits Up To 24" Studs
List Price: |
DescriptionThis is a very substantial mount with Dual arms and heavy gauge steel. The arms extend over 20" from the wall yet fold to less than 4.25". Even at full extension, this mount has very little sag or twist... Features
|
 |
Cheetah Mounts APTMLB Plasma LCD TV Tilt Wall Mount for Large Displays 40 to 63-Inch and Vesa 800 Displays (Black)
List Price: |
DescriptionThe APTML tilt mount features a universal design that allows you to mount virtually any LCD/Plasma Display. The APTML supports hole patterns up to 33-Inch horizontally by 19-Inch vertically as well as VESA hole patterns up to 600x400mm... Features
|
 |
Adjustable Tilting Wall Mount Bracket for Lcd Plasma (Max 33Lbs, 10~26inch)
List Price: |
DescriptionThis high quality tilting wall mount is perfect for computer monitors or small televisions. Featuring a low profile design that sits 1.65" from the wall and the ability to tilt up to 15 degrees, this mount is as functional as it is visually appealing... Features
|
 |
Mobile TV Cart for LCD and Plasma TV's
|
DescriptionThis is a great mobile media TV cart. This is a commercial quality unit. Great for conference rooms, and presentations. Many schools, churches, and universities use this same cart. Wheels on all 4 post allows for easy mobility... Features
|
 |
6 Foot Computer or TV HIGH GRADE ac Power Cord , UL/CSA, 18AWG, 6' - Powers up to 10 AMPs - this powers items that take this style of cord. hubs switch switches pc Power Supply printer laser New 3 Prong 6Ft Ac Power Cord Cable Plug for Samsung Toshiba LG Sharp Sony Sceptre RCA Panasonic Philips Mitsubishi Magnavox TV LCD Plasma DLP, Acer Asus HP Samsung ViewSonic Dell Compaq Hanns-G LG Planar Moni
List Price: |
Description6 Foot Computer or TV HIGH GRADE ac power cord , UL/CSA, 18AWG, 6' - Powers up to 10 AMPs - this powers items that take this style of cord. hubs switch switches pc power supply printer laser New 3 Prong 6Ft Ac Power Cord Cable Plug for Samsung Toshiba LG Sharp Sony Sceptre RCA Panasonic Philips Mitsubishi Magnavox TV LCD Plasma DLP, Acer Asus HP Samsung ViewSonic Dell Compaq Hanns-G LG Planar Monitor , Screen , PS3 , XBOX 360 Black color Features
|
 |
EXPOSED: What Sony Doesn't Want You to Know About Their Bravia Lcd LED Flatscreen Hdtv (Covers Google Internet TV 32 40 42 46 55 inch 1080 1080p 3D)
|
DescriptionLearn the 28 facts that Sony hopes you'll never find out in this comprehensive report. Covering all models of the Sony HDTVs. To be sure that this report is what you're looking for, click on the picture of the cover to look inside the book for a sneak preview or send the free sample to your device. |
Toshiba 46
Samsung Lcd
LG 3D Tv
Toshiba 52 Inch
Sony Watchman
Sony Xbr6
Non Functional
Oem Dlp
Zenith Dlp
LED TVs are still expensive but my dad bought me one last month.**.
LED Tv’s are more expensive than traditional Lcd Tvs which are having some massive price drops.-;”
i have seen some LED TVs and they do offer more contrast than Lcd Tvs.’~
LED TVs are very common these days, they offer high brightness and high contrast than traditional Lcd Tvs “‘”