PLASMA or LCD?

Look for the power consumption spec when the screen is white
Technically, LCD display lighting is simpler being panel
backlighting, thus less power supply demands. Response
time (picture persistence) is better with Plasma.
Look at the screen from around 2 metres. Chose a screen
that is the size required with the least amount of
individual picture elements visible - smaller pixel size
or higher number of pixels for a particular screen size.
View and view again the various types.

High Definition screen resolution (1080p) is better for
large TVs, in excess of 50 inches,

Source resolution name	Resolution in pixels	HDTV	Progressive scan	Widescreen	Networks/ sources
1080p	1,920x1,080	Yes	Yes	Yes	Blu-ray and future HD-DVD players; PlayStation 3
1080i	1,920x1,080	Yes	No	Yes	Channels Nine and Ten; Xbox 360
720p	1,280x720	Yes	Yes	Yes	Some set top boxes output to this resolution
576p	852x576	Yes	Yes	Yes	Channel Seven, ABC, SBS; Progressive-scan DVD players
Regular TV	Up to 576 lines	No	No	No	All

Despite the obvious difference in pixel count,
576p and 1080i both look great. In fact,
unless you have a very large television and
excellent source material, you'll have a hard
time telling the difference between any of the
HD TV resolutions. It's especially difficult
to tell the difference between 1080i and 1080p
sources. The difference between DVD and HD TV
should be visible on most HD TVs, but especially
on smaller sets, it's not nearly as drastic as
the difference between standard TV and HD TV.


Generally a native resolution of 1,280x720 should
be more than adequate for home viewing.


LCD is best for home viewing in my opinion, viewing
from the side of the TV is not usually an issue.

When a TV covers a large area, say in a club, then
PLASMA is best in my opinion, for overall
brightness and larger viewing angle.

What is the best brand to buy?

Electronic circuitry is generally similar
throughout the various makes and models.
Thus reliability is usually the
same. The main difference is features,
ie: teletext/stereo/flat screen.
Spare parts can be an issue, best
to stay with well know brands.

Alternative TV solution?

PROJECTORS can provide a HUGE screen with a
discrete ceiling mounted box. There are pros
and cons for each system. When considering
screen size, cost, and bulkiness overall a
PROJECTOR is in front, in my opinion.


A screen element can either blackout or whiteout, although each element is
small a faulty pixel can be annoying.

More soon!

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Last update: 12th August 2010