High Technology Television
Recently our family decided it was finally time to upgrade to a High-Definition TV. We knew we could choose between LCD, Plazma, and LED technologies. What we didn't know was why we should be choosing one system over another.
We asked some friends, and the answers we received allowed us enough information to believe we were approaching a black hole of technology.
Determined not to be gravitated into oblivion, we determined to learn something about our options before diving into the deep waters of the ocean of sales & marketing materials.
We learned that LCD is less expensive to operate than Plazma, but it suffers somewhat from limited side-line viewing, and pixelation during high-action or fast-motion scenes. Plazma offers a non-pixelated picture, and great side-angle viewing, but it is heavier and costs more electricity. LED technology offers great side-angle viewing, low operating cost, lighter weight, and 3D technology, but at a greatly inflated price-tag.
We also learned that Plazma TV technology has improved in terms of weight and size (depth) as well as lowered cost of operation, making it possibly a very viable option in the price-option war in the HDTV Marketplace.
We also learned that there are cheaper brands here in Israel, but that the consistent suggestion was to stick with a proven dependable American/Japanese/European brand. Well spoken by our advisers, but Sony or Toshiba was out of our price-range.
Our final choice was an LG-35 series 42" Plazma that has wonderful color and contrast, handles action films, sports, and nature channels with no pixelation, and can be viewed beautifully from about 8-10 degrees front of the direct side. Meaning the picture is fantastic from any angle including above and below. I understand how some child might view it from below by laying on the ground, but I am still trying to work out how I can take advantage of the fact that the picture looks great from directly above. I'm working on it.
So, my suggestion to you is:
Shop carefully
Analyze what you watch
Check the power consumption figures
Look for sales
Don't compromise
