1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-4280HD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

1. The reviews on this site.
2. The reviews from other sites.
3. I got a good deal on one.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality is outstanding.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

No 1080p

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

1080p

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Demo mode

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How light it was

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This is the first TV I have ever purchased

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN-50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
1080P Plasma!! Full HD via VGA. Scads of picture controls (Love It!), 36 month interest free at BestBuy

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Gorgeous picture even with SD cable, seems to upscale SD MUCH better that LCD. The JustScan image setting works great! USB interface (hooked up a card reader, now can throw any storage cards in and watch my pics in gorgeous resolution!!)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Shiny plastic bezel attracts every dog hair in my house!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Clear CC background. Universal remote. 4th HDMI

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.Hot button for PIP, see #5.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How well it renders SD material. How absolutely awe inspiring it looks in HD! (even with Comcast's compressed HD - damn you Comcast!! QUIT IT!)

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Nothing yet - 9 days in

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
This TV would have cost double or triple a few years ago and the picture is excellent. (3 yrs no interest helps!) Hoping the reliablility will be as good as the 13 yr old JVC CRT it replaced, which never hiccuped.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get one! NOW!!

1. The "Model" you have.

Hitachi 42PD9800TA

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

PQ, cosmetics, price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

PQ on SD & HD channels, Sound Quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Blacks could be deeper

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Free ISF calibration

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Improve on the blacks

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

It's huge for my condo and how good the PQ is even without calibration

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, but I got it directly from the supplier

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Hitachis make some really good plasmas for the money. All it's missing is an ISF calibration service like the Pioneers.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Elite Pro 1150HD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Seeing it on display, natural PQ

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Of course the HD is great, but SD is very good on this set

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing so far

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

A way to travel to the future for football season

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Fix the TV guide feature before you put it out for purchase

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The manufacture date, bought it May 16, made in Sept 2007

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

12 blue lights associated with tv guide feature

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

At the price I got it for, yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This tv has surpassed my expectations and what I saw in the store

1. The "Model" you have.
* Panasonic TH-42PX80U. (720p)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
* The combination of reviews in this thread,
* the possible downside of LCD ghosting,
* anything larger would be too large for the room,
* the 720/1080p difference on a 42” is supposed to be imperceptible,
* and the free installation for Panasonics.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
* It has an ATSC tuner, which pretty much works with my old large TV antenna and coax.
* Turns out, I like HD!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
* Power cord is too short for mounting mid-wall height.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
* Haven’t yet found a way for aspect ratio to change automatically for each channel / function.
* An HD15 computer input (which my 20” HD Insignia has!)
* A procedure for calibration (thanks for this forum)
* Component output to record … the TV is the only HD tuner I have, and recording through composite is “eh”.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
* Don’t bother trying to push the Viera (pay for) SD photo wallpaper aspect … of course people will just use their own pictures or wallpaper gotten online. What a silly feature. I hope I didn’t pay more for that!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
* How many channels I get through antenna.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
* So far, none.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
* This is the first main TV I’ve ever bought, and I might have buyer’s justification syndrome, but it seems that it was worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
* I really had to read both this TV’s manual, and my old DVD player/recorder manual, to get the most out of them. My DVD player is not an upscaler, but was not set for progressive scan, nor for uncompressed 24/96 sound.
* Do your research on mounts. If you must have inexpensive, or if you need an articulated mount that extends any real distance (more than 18”), be sure to buy from a better known manufacturer, nothing chinszy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Color accuracy, handling of 1080i film material, VGA port.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
That I can hook anything up to it. Styling, size (read: width and depth), it's plasma! and picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Almost nothing, have seen some green phosphors but minimal. Sometimes I swear I see cabling noise or some kind of noise but not very often and most people don't notice. speakers are weak but acceptable for built in. Remote and menu could be more intuitive or easy to navigate. Every once in a while it does not deinterlace properly.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I wish I could manually name the input ports instead of choose from their predefined names. It would be nice if the USB port handled pictures. Not a big deal b/c there are millions of ways to do that. 1080P would be cool,but once again, not a big deal since my viewing distance and material would show negligible difference. A way to adjust overscan without calling a technician but again, not a big deal since I will be able to do that once I get my HTPC set up. 120hz would be nice, slow pans on movies are too juddery for my taste, most people would never notice though.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
The menus could be less clumsy.


7. What was your biggest "SurpriseS" after you received your Plasma.
The digital and NTSC tuner are MILES better than the tuner I have for my PC (Pinnacle USB), picking up many more stations.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Not sure if it's my source or cabling but audio sometimes got static'y' and dropped coming from my dreamcast. Certain frequencies seemed to distort. Once again, most likely this is the source (yet it was fine on my 4:3 SD TV last week) my Sega Saturn has nasty artifacts every 5 or 10 seconds using a composite input (does it on side and rear).

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Well, since I bought one, yes. When the huge floor standing big screens came out 10 or 15 or maybe even 20 years ago, they were NTSC, rear projection and $5000 and crap. $1300 for a 50" plasma, too darn nice to pass up.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I have had the TV for 24 hours but here goes: VGA port works great and has more adjustability than I expected. The component ports can also accept composite input. That SD really is pretty nice at a proper distance. It's really not obtrusive. It's just gorgeous, off and on. Speakers really aren't too bad at low levels. I LOVE that I can see, hear and understand MUCH better what the director of a movie intended, making movies, funnier, more touching and more exciting. I have had NO image retention that I could discern with normal viewing. I have been careful but I have watched SD programmig with the barn doors (not stretched), played by XBOX with component video, played videogames over the VGA port in 4:3 and accidentally had the contrast way up, still learning the menus.

I'll add more as I think of it.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Wanted a nice 1080p plasma which was bigger than current 37" tv. Chose the 80U over the 85U because it was cheaper and has the same PQ.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Black level and color vibrancy and accuracy... all tied.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Not enough options to adjust picture. Can't add overscan so my PS2 output fills the screen (guess I should get a PS3 :p). Currently having some issues with the set not turning on when it's turned off of particular inputs. Get 10 blinks, have to reset the TV, unplug the device, turn TV on and plug device back in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Ability to adjust screen position and amount of overscan. Also to be able to give inputs custom names.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Keep up the good work, but give customers more control.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The AMAZING picture quality! WOW! :eek:

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

See blinking issue above.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

For Panny plasmas? Definitely, especially since I got employee pricing. ;)

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Pictures!

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UAcrossTheUniverse01.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UAcrossTheUniverse02.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UNCFOM01.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UPaprika01.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UPaprika02.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UFifthElement01.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80UFifthElement02.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/Pibborando/42PZ80USetup.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Kuro PDP-5080HD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Price, Picture, Reviews.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture is just incredible. I've been installing HDTV's for 6+ years and this is by far one of the best pictures I've ever seen. Fujitsu was the only comparable set I've come across. The colors, clarity and blacks are just jaw dropping. My wife was blown away when I set the TV up yesterday and put Discovery HD Theater on the TV. Can't be happier.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

It has everything but 1080p but doesn't need it. The picture is fantastic.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Quicker break-in period. (wishful thinking)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The sound bar. I'm saving up for my speaker and receiver system and will be using the sound bar that came with the TV for awhile. The sound is way better than I thought. Not anything that will blow your face off but very good.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Every penny.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Don't read too much into all the opinions and threads that are started about comparing TV's and which one is better than the other. Remember everyone has different taste and viewing pleasure. I will swear by this TV but its not for everyone.

I have a Viore 42" Plasma and there is no place to get service for it. Wal-mart sold them and no longer carrys them (go figure). They put the worst plasma on the market out and now no one sells it or act if there is no such thing. If you've got one and it's still under warranty TAKE IT BACK NOW!!!!! I had mine since Thanksgiving of 06. A year and a half and now the picture is gone and the service center that looked at it said it would cost at lease half of the price I paid for it ($1000) to maybe make it work. The rear end is full of high voltage lines instead of the minimun voltage lines and a logistical nightmare.

1. The "Model" you have.
Vizio JV50P

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Integrated 5.1 Surround Sound with 5.8gHz Wireless Rear Channels

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Wireless Surround

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

No S-Video and slow power on sequence.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

More Optical Inputs

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

More optical inputs

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Initial picture quality

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Nice clean install.

1. The "Model" you have.
TH-65PF10UK

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Was looking at the TH-65PZ750U (consumer model), but it was hard to find. Roman from Clarity convinced me to go with this one. It has more setting adjustments to allow for finer tuning and it has a higher contrast ratio than the consumer model. I really wanted something 60"+.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Size & PQ

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Being that it is a pro-model, it doesn't have a TV tuner or speakers, also lacking composite and S-Video inputs, but my AVR covers that because it will output any video through its component. Also, the component is BNC connection (not RCA) so I needed to buy adapters (about $0.50 at monoprice.com).

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Haven't played with it enough yet to decide...probably those mentioned in the "what I don't like" section. It might be nice to have some front A/V inputs as well.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
<none>

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Dual Picture mode works with any two sources (does not require one to be a tuner input) and its ability to configure it pretty much any way that I want.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
<none yet>

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
...I think it's a bit pricey, but if not everyone buys them, the prices will remain high. Why doesn't everyone want a 65" plasma???

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
<none at this time>

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Best Bang for the Buck!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Awesome PQ, Black levels and Awesome Design.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Its Not a Kuro ;)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Absolute Black ;)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Nothing, for the Price nothing beats this Panny.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How amazing the PQ was especially over LCDs.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Some Fringing and Dithering but only at 1ft away so doesnt bother me at my viewing or anys distance.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

For Sure!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

No IR or Burn-in, PLASMA is the way to go!

1. Pioneer Elite PRO-1150HD

2. The depth or 3D quality to the picture.

3. It's physically beautiful and the PQ is breathtaking.

4. I wish IR wasn't even an issue. I know it's not a big one anymore and I'm not going to worry about it, but I really wish IR didn't exist so I wouldn't even have to give it a thought.

5. 1080p, I guess. Not that I need it or miss it, but it's the only thing this TV doesn't have so I guess it's the best answer here.

6. I'd add RCA jacks to the right and left side and then to the speakers so you can plug the removable speakers in with short audio cables. The standard speaker wire hookup looks sort of chinsy, but I'll get over it.

7. The size. It didn't look this big in the store.

8. None, but I've only had it a day.

9. For the price I paid? Heck yeah.

10. I love the XBR's and was intending to buy one if I ever bought a flat-screen. Then I saw the Pioneers. The XBR's have a crystal clear picture and they are beautiful, but the picture is flat (as in 2D) and almost "brittle" looking. The plasmas in general--and Pioneers in particular--have a depth to the image that the LCD's didn't. I'd still love an XBR somewhere in the house, but since I only have one "somewhere" for big HDTV I went with my favorite--the Pioneer.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN58A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great value and No Payment/No Interest for 12 months from Amazon. Could not wait any longer for the 9th generation Pioneer but also felt it wasn't worth spending an additional $1500.00 just get get deeper blacks. I had enough money to buy a PS3 for Blu-Ray and a new sound system.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Black bezel, good range of picture adjustment, very acceptable black levels, very good picture quality. No buzzing noise at all!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Anti-glare filter isn't the best during the day time. Does produce noticeable heat. TV speakers aren't the best but I have a home theater setup with an Onkyo AVR.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Ultra filter-bright which the 6 series has. The 5 Series only has Filter-Bright.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None at this time.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How huge it was in my living room and almost regret buying a 58in plasma and thought I should have gotten a 50in. In the end the 58in worked out great! Very heavy. Took 4 guys including me to mount it.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Some static images will produce IR but will go away pretty quickly with a DVD burn in disc or using the TVs burn in features.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For this HDTV.. YES! I bought a 52in Sony projector TV back in 1997 for $4500.00!

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s274/jcaldito206/Home%20Theater/f51f3dca.jpg

just got the set this morning....

1. Samsung PN50A550

2. seemed to handle motion significantly better than Panny 85u, which was target TV at first.

3. right now everything is great, it's only 4 hours old out of the box.

4. looks fine to me, the mrs (graphic designer) says the greens are a bit too much.

5. i would like to have a programmed setting to view some channels at 4:3 and some at 16:9 since they are broadcast at those ratios

6. kinda hot compared to panasonic.

7. how great it looks out of the box, compared to what i saw at the store on display.

8. none so far.

9. i could always go for cheaper, but we got this on sale, so i can't complain.

10. i hear taht samsung life isn't the greatest...

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PX85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
It was a "no brainer" after comparing comparable models at this price point.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Unbelievable PQ without needing much adjustment of the settings. True black levels and awesome picture clarity, even in SD.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Illuminated remote.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Nothing.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How well effective the anti-glare screen worked.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Not enough sleep, from watching it all the time!!! ;)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Definitly!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This model is by far the best unit I could find for this price point. Stop looking and get one TODAY!

1. Sammsung PN42A450

2. Saw the 410 series at walmart and the 450 was the same price at Best buy

3. picture quality

4. the weight difference from lcd

5. 1080p just because I know I don't have it LOL.

6. Samsung says you do not need to break in the Plasma, but maybe they should say you do.

7. the picture difference from my LCD.

8. none so far got it yesterday.

9. yes, I paid 797 for my 42 plasma.

10. I was always against plasma unitl I was at walmart and say the 410 Sammy. I was amazed at the picture and I decided to give plasma a chance and I am glad I did.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Arguably the best performance for the price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality and sleek gloss black bezel.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slight buzzing noise and input signal change popups.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
universal remote, 24hz playback, blacks comparable to the Panasonic 85U, THX certification (mode).


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
cant really think of anything right now

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
its quite heavy and delicate

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
IR is an issue, the slight buzzing gets annoying in a quite room and I think my TV is tilting down on the left side a little...

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Definitely! Only in this day and age can you get a really good 42" 1080p plasma for $1100. The prices of good LCD's are still a bit high though.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
My uncle was wall mounting his new Plasma and he accidentally dropped it which caused the neon and xenon gases that escaped from the cracked gas to saturate every cell of his body. The phosphors from the broken glass bonded with his outer epidermal layer which gave him the ability to light up any part of his body. He is now Plasma-Man....

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Arguably the best performance for the price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality and sleek gloss black bezel.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slight buzzing noise and input signal change popups.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
universal remote, 24hz playback, blacks comparable to the Panasonic 85U, THX certification (mode).


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
cant really think of anything right now

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
its quite heavy and delicate

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
IR is an issue, the slight buzzing gets annoying in a quite room and I think my TV is tilting down on the left side a little...

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Definitely! Only in this day and age can you get a really good 42" 1080p plasma for $1100. The prices of good LCD's are still a bit high though.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
My uncle was wall mounting his new Plasma and he accidentally dropped it which caused the neon and xenon gases that escaped from the cracked gas to saturate every cell of his body. The phosphors from the broken glass bonded with his outer epidermal layer which gave him the ability to light up any part of his body. He is now Plasma-Man....

Very Funny!!

1. The "Model" you have.
panasonic TH-PZ700U (purchased 6 months ago) so not that new

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
4 good speakers for a 42 inch size(didn't know if i had budget for surround any time soon)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
black levels and angle viewing(from kitchen)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
only 2 hdmi

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
nothing really

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
put in more hdmi ports

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
it's a dust magnet

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
yes definatly. still have a 36" sony xbr tube TV. that cost 2500 vs 1400 for this one.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/7851/img0926yr2.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ80U


2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
-Picture Quality
-Perfect screen size for my room
-Compatibility with audio equipment


3. What you like best about your Plasma.
-Viewing angle/ Vivid colors
-It's not LCD :p


4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I'm not a big fan of the shiny-frown detail on the cabinet or the gloss black bezel


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't think of any it doesn't already have that I want.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
For heaven's sake, make bezels on flat panels matte black so they don't reflect so much light!!!


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I was surprised that it was light enough for one person to handle comfortably.


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far; it's still very new.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
That depends. The visual experience of HDTV is virtually priceless. On the other hand, I'm quite sure that the profit margins in this particular market are obscenely high and the techno-junkie society we are all living in is tolerating prices that are not quite justified in my opinion.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
HDTV is hard to resist once you see it for yourself. Is it really worth it? In my opinion, and if TV is one of your primary sources of entertainment, it is for the most part as long as you can afford it.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN58A550 58" Plasma Display

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The Size, the features, and the price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

1080p or VGA & Component Video

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

No S-Video on the back, would like at least one for my iPod, at least the side one is well hidden.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Internet connectivity/web browser, I would love that on any TV.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

S-video isn't totally dead, add a single one to the back please.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

1080p over component video, I knew VGA worked with 1080p was didn't think my Xbox 360 would work on 1080p over component.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None, unless you count how hard it was to mount on my TV stand, which I will be replacing now anyway.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, I upgraded from a 57" RPTV and this was well worth my money

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I'm confused about the 3D support the Canadian website and manual don't mention it but the 550 is listed as supporting 3D on the US site.

1. Panasonic TH-42PZ85U
2. The PQ and the price
3. the black levels and the colors
4. having to break it in for at least 100 hours
5. the ability to play movies from the SD slot or stream via ethernet
6. keep it coming!
7. the black levels and picture in general. It was so much better than I thought it would be.
8. Nothing more than the usual break-in woes.
9. yes, if you get it from Amazon, it is almost a steal.
10. Not that I can think of...

1. The "Model" you have.
pansonic 50PZ850U
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
looks of the unit itself
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
looks
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
picture is sub-par
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
better graphics in the menu area-better picture quality
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
provide a better quaility product for $3000.00

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The lack of picture quality
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
picture, audio noise, menu options
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
no
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have.

Hitachi P50V701 50" plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

size features and 1,299!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

1080p

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

nothing yet

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

nothing yet

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.



7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

reel 60 is nice

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 60PG60

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Initially was interested in the 58" Samsung, but found the picture too grainy for my tastes. Did research and narrowed my choice down to either the Panasonic 850 or LG PG60. Previewed the LG next to a Panasonic 750 and liked the LG a bunch better.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture Quality -- practically no grain, even SD looks good. Colors really pop and blacks are inky. Only Pioneer Kuro Elite has better darks IMO.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Paranoia of using aggressive picture settings for the first 100 hours

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Remote with direct access to advanced features.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Release a dedicated manual that provides detailed information about all features. Improve the remote so that you can access advanced features directly rather than via on-screen menus.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Quality of the picture. It looked great in the showroom, but the first night-time movie was simply amazing.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Remote isn't very good.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes...but do your homework. I negotiated more than a 25% discount.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged
Initially, I was hesitant about the LG brand, but did a significant amount of research. I believe they are selling their current flagship products far beneath their value in order to capture market share.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN42A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Got it on sale for $600 off retail, so ended up paying a total of $1,000 after taxes and shipping. Substantially cheaper than anything else in Canada of this quality.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Black levels are great, colours are really vibrant and brightness is incredible.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?

PS3 connected via HDMI doesn't work at HD resolutions, had to resort to component cables.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

I find I have to adjust settings everytime I use a different input or different channels that may or may not support HD. An ability to save presets to a specific channel or output would be awesome.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Read above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Produce a picture that I didn't know was possible and its giant compared to my 26" tube.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Connectivity issues.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

If anything prices are getting more and more worth it, with Plasmas and LCDs having subtantially longer display life than they used to, there really isn't any reason to not go for a flat screen.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5010!

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Hanging around the Plasma forum for the past 6 months!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
So far everything.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I still don't have any HD content to hook it up to! My bad! That will change soon though.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing comes to mind.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
To all manufacturers: Stop ripping off Canadians!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How big it looked in the room. I thought that I would really need 60" but this is perfect.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None. No buzzing or dead pixels. Perfect!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Well, I ran a raffle 5 years ago where the main prize was a $10,000 50 inch plasma, so I am thrilled to be able to buy something better at a quarter that cost.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I got a great deal on this by waiting until the end of the model year. I tracked prices for 6 months and just when I figured I would buy one of the new models I managed to grab this at a price that was $700 lower than it had been all year.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5010!

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Clearance at Costco, not sure I wanted to spend $1000 or more on the 5020. Plasma because I work all day staring at an LCD screen, wanted something else when I get home.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing, except see below

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A TOSLink input for use when using the component out from the SA cable box. I don't always want to fire up the AVR (HDMI connection) just to watch TV.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Drop the prices

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was less conspicuous than the 30" LG tube since you enter the room from the side

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not really. All consumer TVs should be under $1000

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I got a great deal on this by waiting until the end of the model year. Not sure I wanted to wait for the 9G Kuro, which has apparently eliminated some of the service settings.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ800U.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I was looking for a plasma for the bedroom and wasn't prepared to go the Pioneer Elite price for this use. The Elite will be the main set though.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The THX picture setting which produces the best factory out-of-the-box setting I have seen.
Also the upscaling of the set is better than I expected.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Wish it had gamma adjustments and probably more color adjustments for fine tuning.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More adjustments for things like gamma and individual color controls.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Add more controls.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The quality of its upscaling and the great performance of the off-the-air ATSC tuner.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely. Especially compared to those of a few years ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. LG 42pg20

2. Price point and hopes of great blacks

3. Price!

4.Black levels are not as good as I had orignally thought. Colors are off and the XD engine seems to introduce artifacts into the cable feeds. Not seeing these on my Samsung lnt-5265f. Not sure if these are inherent in the feeds and the Samsung just does a better job cleaning them up or that the dual XD engine is actually introducing these artifacts

5.1080p!

6.Make 1080p standard and improve black levels!

7.How good the menu interface was and how many tweaks in the expert menu. Unfortunately I have no idea how to use these tweaks.

8. None.

9.I think 1080p should be standard on all sets 42" and above.

10. Wish whites were brighter on the Plasmas. SD is poor looking on this set.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung 42A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Price ($890) - PQ was as good as the $1200 Panasonic sitting next to it - Samsung is one of my favorite brands and I trust them to make a quality product.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality is outstanding - its soooo much bigger than my previous 27!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Just a smidge too small. For my seating distance I wish it was 46. 50 I think would be too big.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

It has all I need.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Honestly I cant find anything to gripe about. I got a great price, it has plenty of features and the PQ is outstanding.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good SD off Dish Network looked.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

No but theyre getting there. A quality 42" plasma for $900! Just 2 years ago, that wouldve been a $3000 set!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

My biggest fear about a plasma was IR/burn in. So far Ive had ZERO burn in or IR. Even after playing Half Life 2 for a couple hours and watching several movies with black bars for nearly 2 hours at a time. Am very pleased to see that its not an issue at least not with this set. Bottom line is I love this TV. I cant find anything of any real note to bitch about and am having a blast watching movies and playing Xbox on it. Very satisfied! Rock on Sammy!

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 50in 85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

One of the best overall picture performance I had seen with really rich colors and great black levels

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality is phenomenal and its huge!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Paying for it

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

It has what I need

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Just to keep them coming

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How easy set up was and how good over the air HD is

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I can't complain for what I got mine for, so yeah I do think prices are worth. People just need to stop wanted Ferrari's on a Hyundai budget.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I can't do anything but praise the 85U

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r146/Dizyer/PlasmaResize.jpg

50 inch Panny 85U
Onkyo 805
Klipsch RF-52's, RC-52, SDAT 880 surrounds, and PBX 12 sub
Monster 2400 clean power center
Panasonic BD 30 Blu Ray player
XBOX 360 Elite
and cable box

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-5010FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Reading reviews on this forum, and the price. Got it on sale @ Costco.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The PQ, it's amazing. It blows away my old Sony SXRD 50A2000.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Having to worry about burn in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

It has plenty of features, don't need anymore.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Keep up the good work!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

I was surprised at how good the TV speakers sound and how much better SD content looks.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None yet.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Not BestBuy prices. They wanted twice as much as I paid at Costco, plus I got a longer warranty without having to pay extra.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I highly recommend this tv!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The amazing quality for such a reasonable price with 3 years no interest. There were also excellent reviews/comments on this site about this model. IMHO best bang for the buck for my first plasma.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Excellent picture quality while watching Blu-ray through a PS3. The blacks are so much better than my old pos Toshiba 51HC85 (obviously).

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
There is some reflection on the screen as well as the shiny bezel. Being a first time plasma owner, I'm a little worried about burn in and having to "break" the tv in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None really. I have a PS3 that will allow me to connect to my PCs so I don't need that integrated capability in the TV. If anything, I wish it had full anti-glare.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Complete anti-glare! I don't want to see myself on the screen :)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture quality out of the box with no picture settings adjustments. I was floored when watching POTC:DMC on Blu-ray. Simply stunning. I was also suprised to see the limited amount of settings required. I actually consider that a plus. I shouldn't need a Doctorate in television engineering to use a TV. :)

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For this TV, yes. I purchased this through Circuit City because they had 3 years no interest on all Panasonic TVs. The price itself was low enough to allow me to enter into the Plasma market. Obviously when my fiance and I get a house we will most likely upgrade to a better set.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Triaxtremec, How do you post aand include your pic so it shows right away instead of in a
"attachment" ??

I want to show my setup. Thanks,

rightslot

Returned a Sony from CostCo and kept looking, found a deal on a Panasonic 42PX75U

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic 42PX75U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price\Picture (bedroom TV)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture\Price

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
No 1080p, HDMI audio switching

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Direct input access on remote

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Better remote
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How good it looks for $600

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
So far, so good

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Can be, but cost does not always equal quality. I bought a 27" CRT w\S-video 15 years ago for $600, and now I can find a decent 42" for the same price (though my dollar is worth about 1/2 as much). That being said, some of today's value-priced sets are awful and some of the mid-tier offering are just as bad.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Demo'ing the new basement, back in the front projection game for 2009!

Thanks.

FYI- I got the panasonic 42" after going on on a deal for an Olieva 47 (the nice one) for 1099, once the size of that got me (for bedroom) I talked to one of the guys and they had 2 Panasonic 42PX75's that were in the box, new, but not on the floor. Since I was not hung-up on having a 1080p panel no big deal. Paid $600 out the door. No regrets.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN58A650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Better blacks and viewing angle than its LCD counterpart.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's far better than ANY LCD.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Break-in

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None at this time.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.\
How close it was to my old CRT black level wise

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A bit high but yeah!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm going to post calibration pics in the Kuro pic forum that will show that spending more isn't worth it....count on it.:cool:

http://www.institutefordesign.com/PioneerPDP6020FD.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP6020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
WOW.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
WOW x2

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
NOTHING!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep up the good work!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.\
actually better than I was expecting. SD programs look amazing too!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes. Got mine at Plasma Concepts - best pricing, free shipping, no tax.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
You need to see this Pioneer in person.

I'll post some better pics when I can...

Ok, so I got a plasma back in February with my tax return, and I also just bought another one, so I hope you don't mind that I answer this twice...

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have. Samsung HP T-4264

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Read lots of reviews, looked at lots of prices, and decided that based on those versus other tvs in a similar size and price range, the positives far outweighed the negatives, and the negatives were largely avoidable, anyhow.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Absolutely beautiful pictures, handles everything well, and has plenty of inputs for all of my peripherals.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. I don't like the long "handshake" between inputs.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. I think it has pretty much everthing I need in it.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Make an input selection menu, instead of toggling through every one before you get to the one you want.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. The size! I didn't remember the 42" model looking so big in the store.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. Had some slight burn in at first, but that was my own fault (fell asleep with a DVD menu on, and didn't turn on the tv timer. Learned that lesson.). That went right away after about 30 minutes of whitewashing, though.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Absolutely! I paid a great price (not mentioning what) with a popular online vendor, and it outperforms many tvs at a higher price point, and tvs in general are coming down in price.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. I was a little unsure when I first started shopping about plasma vs lcd. I know plasma is falling out of favor, so I figured there had to be a reason. When I compared plasma and lcd, I determined that plasma ran circles around lcd, so I have a little trouble figuring out about why plasma is having a hard sell, except for the burn-in issue and the fact that while I was shopping I heard lots of urban legends bashing plasma (all of which turned out to be false). I've learned I'm a hardcore plasma guy, and I don't plan on changing any time soon. Anymore tvs I buy will certainly be of this variety, and I highly recommend the samsung line.





Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have. Vizio VP322 HDTV

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". I set out to get another plasma for our bedroom. Just redid the whole room and the CRT didn't want to fit very well in our armoir (and when it did it was bending the shelf it sits on), and the tv is on it's last leg, anyway. I intended to just get something small and cheap to put in the bedroom to watch the news and such, while I lay in bed. Nothing fancy, I wasn't too concerned about quality or even lcd vs plasma. As it turns out, this is one of only two small plasmas on the market, and the price was awesome and the specs and reviews were in it's favor, so I jumped on it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. I like that it has a qam reciever. I don't have a cable box in my bedroom, so I hooked up the tv to the cable, expecting only to get the basic cable channels, and after it did the channel scan, it turns out I can watch all of my digital and hd channels without the box.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. I wish there were an option on the tv where I could stretch the tv regardless of input. It automatically stretches from the coaxial input if anything is in full screen, but many of the HD channels put their own black bars around SD programming, so it doesn't get stretched.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. I wish there were a built in channel guide, so I don't have to flip through 200 plus channels to find what I'm looking for.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Do a "pre-burn-in" like Samsung does. No break-in period necessary. That's a bit of a pain in the butt.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Considering the price-point, it was the quality. After I calibrated the tv, it looked absolutely amazing, especially for how much we paid.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. The picture cut off one time and wouldn't come back on until I unplugged it. Other than that, no issues so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. After looking at the price of this thing and what I got for my money, absolutely!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. As I said, this was purchased for a bedroom tv. Wasn't intended to be good, just decent enough to watch tv on, but I was absolutely blown away by how little it cost and how much I got for my dollar. I'm not dissappointed at all. I've certainly seen better tvs, my Samsung is on of the best, I think, but this Vizio is a great budget tv, and when I get ready to buy another tv for my office, I'll be buying one of these.

1. The "Model" you have.
PIONEER 508XC (HI-END edition of 5080HD).
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Review, PQ.
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ, Contrast & color, the best I've ever seen.
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Want it be brighter, But it's OK now.
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
120HZ motion flow function.
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
It's amazing!
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Speakers are good as well.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Need the best settings with PS3 & xbox360.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Even price is much higher here than in other regions of the world, I thought it was worthy.
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have.
PIONEER LX 5090
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Audition
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ, Contrast & color, the best I've ever seen.
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
HTPC hookup heartache!
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
**** Discrete codes to toggle between video and pc mode for HDMI input OR select dotbydot/full mode

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep on making these beauties!
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How well the Cable SD content actually looked (was expecting lots of artefacts... as its hard to audition one of these with a Cable feed)
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Custom resolutions for PC over HDMI overscan/underscan issues
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Its expensive but top end consumer stuff always is....
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1) Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ80U
2) I've heard great things about this brand and I couldn't justify the cost of the additional features of the 50PZ85U. Also, the PQ is far better than the LCDs that I've had in my living room.
3) PQ by far.
4) The glare from my ceiling fan can be a bit much but that's about it. Oh, I can't stand the shiny bezel around the screen. Should be flat black instead.
5) None that I can think of
6) Be able to output DD or DTS signals via the optical output on the TV.
7) Not much
8) Not much that I can find. I hooked it up to my HTPC and my DirecTV receiver and both look excellent. I just need to calibrate it because the settings are straight out of the box right now.
9) I didn't expect to pay $1600 for a TV but it is pretty to look at. Very pretty.
10) Plasmas get a bad rap for past "burn in" issues but those have been resolved mostly.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-6010FHD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Reviews here, and in store display

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

PICTURE PICTURE PICTURE, oh and its SIZE too!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Probably the extra heat it gives off. Now I have to turn on my A/C :)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Is a beer fridge too much to ask? :)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Only one is the Remote can't control the volume on my HT receiver. Then it would be perfect!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Just how good it really is. I was impressed in the store, but here at home with D-Nice's setting it really looks awesome.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, as one poster put it, I remember buy a middle of the road 36" Wega, that was very good, but not the best and it was $1400 and weighed 280lbs! Quite a difference!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Buying a Kuro is really a no brainer!

1. The "Model" you have.
PIONEER 508XC (HI-END edition of 5080HD).

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
120HZ motion flow function.


isn't it just the panel version of the 5080 with no tuner or speakers?

and you don't need 120hz, plasmas natively have the correct hz rates - they don't refresh the same as LCD's. the Pio's can do 60 or 72hz.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 50PH10UKA

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price. $950 shipped to my door. Couldn't go wrong, especially with the chance to upgrade my 42" Panny ED PD60U for a couple hundred bucks.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The size, the cosmetics, the picture. It's all an upgrade over the 42PD60U, which admittedly, had a very nice picture. I was just fed up with the jaggies the ED set had on HD material.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Umm... I dunno? Haven't tinkered enough to know much about it.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I guess 1080p would be ok, but I have no problem with 768p, especially coming from a 480p set.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Get rid of the silly BNC connectors for component. Come on...

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How good the 'spartan' design of the industrial display looked.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I can guarantee that my price was. Prices on these just continue to drop.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is a great 50" set - if you don't have a big budget, don't overlook it just because it's "only" 768p. It has a fantastic picture and will make you very happy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
It had great reviews, and to me untrained eye the best look of all the models on the walls at every store i went to. Not to mention it was on sale for $400 off XD

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Finally getting to play games in High Def, and oh my god is the quality on this thing just amazing.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I already got a good IR scare right after getting it. I don't really like having to break it in, it doesn't look anywhere near as good with the settings this low as it did right after i got it and it looked amazing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Only thing i can think of is a feature to automatically full screen the tv. I hate having to switch around between 16:9, 4:3, and the zoom settings.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
If just breaking em in can seriously help with IR, why not do it at least a bit at the factory before you send it off? Would certainly help us idiots XD

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Just how big it really was. In the big stores, on the walls with all the other tvs, it just really didnt look as big as when we got it out of the box at home. God this thing is huge...

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Just IR that i mentioned. I played BF: Bad Company for two hours and the bottom left mini map and bottom right weapon/ammo display had left there mark. A minute or so on the white screen it has to fix it and it was fixed. I didnt know about the need to break em in before, and i had been playing on the dynamic setting which had contrast at 100...

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh heck yea, for what i paid for this thing, how big it is, and how amazing the picture is... hell i would have paid full price for it instead of the $400 off...

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
So far it has been an amazing first HDTV and i would recommended this TV to everyone. Breaking it in does kinda suck but i can live with that for how amazing the picture quality is on this thing.

isn't it just the panel version of the 5080 with no tuner or speakers?

and you don't need 120hz, plasmas natively have the correct hz rates - they don't refresh the same as LCD's. the Pio's can do 60 or 72hz.

508xc has ISF ccc Calibration Ready, while 5080hd lack of it.

PS: I really don't know when the Advanced PureCinema with 3:3 (72Hz) Pulldown function works, sometimes the list of Pure Cinema is selectable, sometimes it just remains grey.

I just bought a LG 42" Plasma. Looks really good. Worrying a little bit about IR. I have the brightness and contrast very low. I will only play video games for a short amount of time.

Very happy with the purchase. Anybody got any settings for this TV on a PS3 with HDMI?

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

LG 60PG60

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Picture Quality, Aesthetics, Value

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Design

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Energy Consumption:confused:

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Integrated dvr would be cool.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

The remote is horrible given the stunning design of the Plasma itself...

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good it looks on the wall - not just picture quality but also the beauty of the frameless design

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, but only from the best internet providers - in my experience the big chains just can't get close to the best internet prices...

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I always wanted to have the plasma attached to the wall with nothing else (wires, boxes, etc.) around it, and in the end it was far easier than I thought - I just got my contractor to take out some sheetrock, install some plumbing piping in the wall for all the wires...and I'm using a harmony 1000 with rf extender to control the dvd / cable box which sit in a cabinet on the otherside of the Tv (see pic) --- whole thing was very easy & looks amazing now it's finished.

Hi all, enjoy reading everyone's posts. This forum is a tremendous resource.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42A450 - 42" Plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"
#1 Picture quality, #2 tunable, #3 value. Also, compared to the "other" model I was looking at in this price range, the remote is superior.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ for the price. Didn't spend so much that I can't upgrade again in another year or 2 when the higher-res sets come down another $500.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Break-in period means that I'm hesitant to watch Blu-Ray discs with greater than 16:9 ratio. Break-in will take me several weeks to a month.

The single reason I bought plasma was for high PQ watching of OTA HD and BD movies. Plan on using the LCD this set replaced for PS3 and Xbox 360.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
At this price point I can't think of anything that is missing.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Would like to be able to select any Input regardless whether anything is attached to it.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much prettier the picture is than my LCD. Yes pretty. You see the LCD has impressive PQ but the plasma is more natural and pleasing to the eye, it's just pretty.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
720p? Yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Due to break-in, would recommend plasma only to friends serious about video or techies.
Thanks.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Kuro 5020

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

From the first time I laid eyes on them, always wanted a Pio plasma! Nothing compared to me.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality, vibrant colors, easy to use intuitive menu screens

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing, I love everything about it!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Wish it could make margaritas too!! LOL!

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Work on better speaker design, move towards better on board sound. Like what Polk Audio is doing with the sound bars.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The blacks, the color saturation. How much I love watching movies in the dark!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, I think the Kuro is good value for the $$. But would never buy from big box chain store-inflated prices.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I have three other displays in my house besides the Kuro and they are all LCD's. Although they work great, etc. I just prefer watching the Kuro. It's hands down the best way to see a movie. It's a fun display!:)

1.Panasonic Th-42pz80u

2.Good picture, affordable, had all the features I needed.

3. I like that I can get a very good picture out of it- even though there are better tv's available. This one is very good when set up properly and was a good value.

4. I don't like the crappy way the calibration settings were out of the box.

5. I watch ovet the air hd broadcasts and a program guide would have been nice, my 3 year old samsung tuner has one.

6. Go a little further in depth with the manual- and be a little better about explaining image retention and how concerned to really be about it, set the tv up for a better picture on home mode out of the box. many people don't know how to set a tv. At least I do so it was not a huge deal.

7. Honestly not meaning to repaet myself but how bad the tv was set up out of the box. The biggest surprise was how good it looked when I got done setting it up the way I liked it. Really good picture, especially for the price.

8. Have not had any problems so far. As long as nothing changes I will be happy.

9. Good question- in my case I think it was worth every penny I spent as compared to what else was available for any price. I really don't think some of the really expensive sets are that much better for me to spend the difference. Even though I could have spent more I really liked this tv and decided not to, I can however understand someone wanting the best they can afford. Not everyone is as serious about the "perfect picture" and for many it gets to a certain point where they are happy with a moderatley priced tv that offers great performance.

10. I have a CRT and lcd hd set also- I am the most impressed with the plasma. I know there are better tv's out there for more money but I think it is hard to beat the picture I got for anywhere near the price. I would reccomend plasma to anyone wanting a great tv.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 65PZ750U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Picture Quality, Size, Value

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

No reflections

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

It's not bigger.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

That it could accept 1080p over the VGA and component inputs.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" aware about your Plasma.

Allow 1080p over all component and VGA inputs.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

This son of b*tch was heavy as heck. Being a weightlifter this surprised me and even the delivery guy.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, they are. I can remember when a set this big would've cost 6 digits, then 5 digits. Buying online probably may be the way to go if you're going for the absolute best price. But buying from a BB or CC can give you that high level of assurance with the purchase of a extended warranty. My first 60" lcd I own, I bought a BB over the internet. Bought an extended warranty. I just had a $2500 part replaced on my tv, no questions asked, 3 years after I bought it, for free.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I wanted something to replace my old 788p 60" LCD. I wanted darker blacks. I wanted also to jump in to the 1080p club. This set offered the size, at the right price. Plus as a bonus I don't even see reflections like I thought I would. This purchase also gave me confidence to make more online purchases of this stature. Cleveland Plasma had this set delivered as promise at a price that I would call a steal for the pedestal, shipping and set.

1. The "Model" you have.
50 inch 1080p Vizio VP504F

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The latest model and first Full HD 1080p Top of the line affordable Plasma from Vizio.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Beautiful PQ and beautiful set.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Non so far I LOVE it!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wish it had a USB or ethernet connector but no big deal.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Please add USB/Ethernet.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Great PQ and deep blacks.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Non so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
When my last DLP set died, people told me to stay away from plasmas and I'm glad I went with my own instincts! For me, plasma has the best PQ.

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 60PG70F (Canadian version)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best bang for the buck + size

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Aesthetics, PQ, features.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Could be bigger...?

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Stream avi/divx from my home server

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
How about free HDMI cables?

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The weight!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
THX Cinema is a little on the yellow side. Thank goodness for ISF settings :)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Mine is!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This LG PG60/70 series is the best bang for the buck hands down!

1. Panasonic 58PZ700U

2. Size, PQ and price.

3. Picture quality, awesome colors, easy menu screens

4. Nothing

5. I am happy as it is.

6. Sound, manufacturers need to step it up a notch.

7. This is one heavy TV, had my concerns wall mounting this baby, but everything turned out ok.

8. None.

9. Yes

10. I am in HD heaven.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 46PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great picture quality, deep blacks, affordable, and won't take up as much room as my current tv (27" crt)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Same as #2

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It's so much better than anything I've ever had (my 27" crt being the best tv I've ever owned) it's hard to find anything wrong with it. I'm not too picky about this sort of thing though.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
If it would only make me pancakes in the morning.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep doing what you're doing, because it's working.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It's huge!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
It's huge!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh ya. Lots of features and performance for very little $$ compared to 5 years ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
You can't go wrong with this set, but then again, I'm no guru.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-50PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The main competitor to this TV is also excellent. For me it came down to the Energy Star spec, relatively cool operating temperature, decent sound, anti-glare, and brand reputation for reliability and IR resistance. Originally was looking for an LCD but at the price these are currently selling for LCD can't really compete IMHO.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality, wall mount.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Red push with no way to fix it without using service menu.
Adjustments in general are lacking.
Shiny black bezel creates all sorts of glare from overhead recessed lights. Most TVs this year are the same, but it's still very annoying.
Plasma break in period is also annoying.
Lots of noise on any setting other than Cinema. Need those other modes for bright daytime viewing. Fortunately at 10' noise isn't very noticeable.
Red power LED that can't be disabled. I don't need a light to know when the TV is on.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Color adjustment, different bezel options.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

The red push with no way for the average consumer to fix it is inexcusable at this price.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The red push. Everybody looked like they were sunburned. Would have returned it if not for the service menu info I found here.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Did I mention the red push? Mostly fixed now through service menu adjustments.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes. Cost about the same as my old 46" RP CRT three years ago and is far superior overall.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

If you are picky about your color but don't want to poke around in the service menu or pay hundreds of dollars for professional calibration, a Samsung may be a better choice.

As you can see, I'm a pretty picky person. Overall though, I am very impressed with this set.

1. The "Model" you have.

LG 42PG20

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Price and amazing picture quality when compared to same size LCD.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The rich, lifelike colors and deep blacks look just amazing!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

The fear of image retention and burn in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

It does not have analog audio out, which I used in my prior setup. When I get a Blu-Ray player, I will probably need to upgrade to a new sound system as well.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Add Analog Audio out.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

All of the internet chatter about the need to "break it in." Niether the retailer nor the manufacturer seemed fit to mention this.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

A little IR but it goes away pretty quick. I have had the set less than a week so I am still breaking it in.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Absolutely! Compared to the price of a comparable LCD, I think the picture quality is better and the price is lower.

Additional comments:

I got my first flat panel! I went with the LG 42PG20 from Best Buy. It was on sale and I got an extra 10% off from Hot Deals Club so It was almost $400 below MSRP.

I really had figured I would go with LCD as Plasma had kind of slipped under the radar for me, but when I compared the picture side by side, the plasma had a much richer and deeper image. My wife preferred the plasma as well and the price was right, so we went for it. I have had it for almost a week and so far I love it! Our media room is pretty dark so setting the contrast low really gives it the feel of a movie in a theater. Coupled with my collector's item Tosh HD-A2, it delivers an incredible picture. It is only a 720P display, but I really can't see a difference betwen 720 and 1080 anyway, so I am happy with it. I plan to go Blu at some point in the future...hopefully prices will drop around the holidays this year.

Yeah gwsat (congrats BTW!) - for all my anticipation of owning a new Panny I don't at all feel any regret with this Kuro. Its pretty much the best looking video image I've ever had the pleasure to watch for any extended period of time (by far). The PQ is pretty damn awesome right outta the box. Mesmerizing really. I'm also pretty satisfied as to the degree to which I can adject picture settings - however I still find the manner of doing such non-intuitive and overly round-about.

BTW I figured out how to rename my inputs (shame one cannot do son the remote - OK for me - I've pretty much memorized my options - but other family memebers are not so practiced/aware). And I managed to attach the speaker bar today - but for some reason I am only getting TV sound through HDMI input 5. In some ways thats OK - (its the Cable/Fios input) - I'm just curious as to what I've done/no done to make this so (and I could not find any clue to it in the manual)
I have been so busy getting my Harmony remote reconfigured to work with the 6020 and a PS3, which I bought a couple of weeks ago, I haven’t had much time to do stuff such as renaming the 6020’s inputs.

Until now, I had thought that all of this black level talk was simply a nerdy obsession. No more. I watched Zodiac on Showtime last night and the shadow detail was simply startling. I had never seen anything like it. I also watched The Sand Pebbles, which was recently re-released on BD, and it was wonderful, too, despite its age.

My 6020 uses HDMI with both my TiVo S3 and PS3. Both also are connected to my A/V receiver via optical audio. This provides 5.1 sound, of course. Nevertheless, the 6020’s speakers are active, too, if I want to use them instead of the A/V receiver.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PZ800U Plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Picture Quality, Aesthetics, Value

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture Quality, Design

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

I love everything!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Backlit Remote Control.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Keep doing what you're doing panasonic, you rock!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good it actually looks. I didn't think i would like the stand, but i gotta say i love it!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, but only from internet providers. National retail chains are horrible.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Buy this TV!!! Now!!! :)

I have been so busy getting my Harmony remote reconfigured to work with the 6020 and a PS3, which I bought a couple of weeks ago, I haven’t had much time to do stuff such as renaming the 6020’s inputs.

I did figure out how to rename the inputs BTW (but I can't remember at the moment to tell you - its in the system setup somewhere I believe). I've made some progress on the harmony - but not with the PS3 - I have the Nyko USB dongle - and the Nyko works well enough - though not to turn the PS3 off that I can figure - but the harmony doesn't seem to register just yet. I'm thinking of having the harmony "learn" the Nyko remote commands

Until now, I had thought that all of this black level talk was simply a nerdy obsession. No more. I watched Zodiac on Showtime last night and the shadow detail was simply startling. I had never seen anything like it. I also watched The Sand Pebbles, which was recently re-released on BD, and it was wonderful, too, despite its age.

Agreed. I knew the value of black level and had appreciated it in prior Pioneers (Elites) that I had viewed in properly darkened show rooms. However I also spent time viewing panny 700 series products in such environments and while I could tell the difference going directly one to another i felt that I would be perfectly happy with the Panny levels (and would be) - though I appreciate the superiority of the Kuros in this regard and am enjoying the most awesome PQ! Ultimate Black level does not necessarily mean the better shadow detail - though it helps. One area I was quite pleased with the Pannys - even with comparitive viewing of the same (dark/low light) source material was their ability to deliver detail and gradiations within the black/very dark blue-grey etc. Again I have no complaints with the Kuro.

My 6020 uses HDMI with both my TiVo S3 and PS3. Both also are connected to my A/V receiver via optical audio. This provides 5.1 sound, of course. Nevertheless, the 6020’s speakers are active, too, if I want to use them instead of the A/V receiver.

I'm connected to the Kuro a number of ways - Fios & Ps3 via HDMI - and both with Coax D-audio and Optical respectively (to my AVR). Denon 3805 to Kuro via component and I have an Akai video switcher (with a bunch of legacy video stuff) connected via composit. I also have a Yamaha HD/CDR connected to the Kuro by Svideo to display titles, tracks and other control info. All of these are simultaneously connected to the Denon and in some cases triple redundent (via composit) to the Akai! I literally have 4 pages of detailed schematics I have hand drawn out and its a nightmare to remember what input name and pathway goes to what component - I'm very creative with it (but am running out of inputs...). I like to have multiple operations (usually involving dubbing of some sort) going at once. And one area I'm am disapointed with the Pioneer that I have discovered is its inability to display PiP from external sources - only with its internal tuner - that I don't currently use. This is a very big drawback for me - though my Akai has a very small color monitor built into it that I make much use of. Ultimatly I may add a small (19"?) LCD screen on a swivel to swing out for additional monitoring capability.

I'm connected to the Kuro a number of ways - Fios & Ps3 via HDMI - and both with Coax D-audio and Optical respectively (to my AVR). Denon 3805 to Kuro via component and I have an Akai video switcher (with a bunch of legacy video stuff) connected via composit. I also have a Yamaha HD/CDR connected to the Kuro by Svideo to display titles, tracks and other control info. All of these are simultaneously connected to the Denon and in some cases triple redundent (via composit) to the Akai! I literally have 4 pages of detailed schematics I have hand drawn out and its a nightmare to remember what input name and pathway goes to what component - I'm very creative with it (but am running out of inputs...). I like to have multiple operations (usually involving dubbing of some sort) going at once. And one area I'm am disapointed with the Pioneer that I have discovered is its inability to display PiP from external sources - only with its internal tuner - that I don't currently use. This is a very big drawback for me - though my Akai has a very small color monitor built into it that I make much use of. Ultimatly I may add a small (19"?) LCD screen on a swivel to swing out for additional monitoring capability.
I use my 6020’s one and only component out to connect to my receiver, a Yamaha RX-V2400. One of the receiver’s component out connections is attached to my Apple TV. I could attach the Apple TV via HDMI, of course, but component does 1080i video just as well as HDMI does. I am not using the receiver’s other component out ports at the moment, although that connection is available. One of these days I may upgrade to an HDMI capable A/V receiver but I don’t really need it yet.

I have a splitter on my cable and the leg that is not attached to my TiVo is connected to the 6020. Thanks to the 6020’s QAM tuner, I can receive the HD feeds of all local stations carried by Cox OKC without a second HD cable box. Pretty neat. I have fooled around with both split screen and PIP and both work well to simultaneously show me what is going on with the TiVo and the 6020’s QAM tuner.

I apologize for hijacking the thread. In won't happen again, I promise.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-6020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

I was going either Mitsubishi or Samsung DLP when I saw the 6010 side by side with the DLPs I was looking to buy and I was blown away. The 6020 is newer and the Elite was just too much.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Black levels and absolute clarity of picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

$$$$$ :eek:
And I can hear a slight buzz in a quiet room with a mostly white picture. Not enough to bother me in the end, though.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

3-5 more inches

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

At a loss to think of anything with my specific model.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

I thought it looked absolutely amazing when I first set it up, then I realized it was being fed a 720p signal. Switched to 1080i (DirecTV) and was blown away.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Slight buzzing with a bright white screen and a quiet room.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

The price is painful, but I don't feel ripped off.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The reviews on this forum.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The "color quality" in the THX mode is beautiful out of the box.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

The buttons for volume and channel up and down are reversed compared to everything else.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

HDMI connections that are vertical instead of horizoontal. So that the panel can be closer to the wall, and take the strain off of the cables.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Rethink the trim around the glass. There must be a better way.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

It's not as big as I thought it would be.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Not a single one.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Not from the B & M stores.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

If you need a small panel, and want a beautiful picture look no further. I could have bought anything that I wanted and I chose this one. I'm extremely glad that I did.

Mike

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Slight buzzing with a bright white screen and a quiet room.
I have not yet run my 6020 with a bright white screen but it has been totally quiet ever since I set it up

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

The price is painful, but I don't feel ripped off.
I agree. Although I am as sensitive to prices as just about anybody, I don’t resent what I had to pay for my 6020. I would have preferred that it cost less but it is a perfectly remarkable HDTV and, in the end, you do get what you pay for.

I have not yet run my 6020 with a bright white screen but it has been totally quiet ever since I set it up

I didn't notice it at all until I started running through the break-in stuff.

Now, with the HTPC input on, it's got a reasonably bright background and if I open up a mostly white window or a web browser I can hear a buzz if I really try.

Nothing that's going to affect me at all, though.

Chris -- I could live with a moderate amount of buzzing from the 6020, so long as it wasn't loud enough to interfere with the audio. I think the chances of that ever happening are remote as my old 50 inch RCA Scenium DLP was often as loud as a jet aircraft. Even the RCA's excessive noise, though, was rarely audible above the audio of the program I was watching.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Torn between the Panny and the Sammy. The Panny won due to a better deal and recommendations from friends.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

A lot heavier than expected. The remote is nothing special. I hate the shiny black bezels on nearly all models.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

More adjustments and different options for the bezel.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Backlit remote, more adjustment capability, and different bezel.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

After reading this thread, no surprises.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Definitely. Lower is always better but under $2k for this panel is a great deal.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The name Panasonic

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The Deep blacks and beautiful picture it produces

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

There's nothing major to complain about this set

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.


I just wish it had more settings in the menu and maybe more than 1 good looking pre-set

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

More settings for the picture please

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good my 360 and PS3 games look...not blurry like LCD

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Not 1 problem

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

for a 50" at under 2 grand definitely

I want to hear from you guys about your Plasmas. This is not a "Mine is Better than Yours" thread. Be thoughtful and honest.

Just got a new display? Post it here ONLY: please do not start a new thread

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Thanks.

Dave

1. Pioneer Elite Pro-151FD 60" plasma

2. The desire to have the best possible picture for movie viewing.

3. The picture quality, especially the blacks and the detail.

4. Nothing.

5. I can't think of any other features I would want except maybe still finer color management controls.

6. I only wish it didn't have to cost so much.

7. The dot-by-dot mode which I knew about but hadn't experienced before. It is so good to finally see every pixel of a movie.

8. None.

9. Yes. The set was worth it, even at the high price.

10. This is simply the best TV I have ever seen, regardless of type or price. Nothing else, inlcuding my other nearly new plasma from another manufacturer, comes even close to what I see with this set. I will be enjoying this one for a long time to come.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

This line gets great reviews and the price was unbeatable (and the 50" was sold out locally)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Looks great in black and the picture is awesome

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing yet

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.


Nothing, I don't need all the bells and whistles

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

none yet

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good some of the SD channels look and that I can get local HD channels without an antenna

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Nothing

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

$550 for a 42", most definitely

Hello all! Here's my info:

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42A410C1D

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
We loved the picture quality and got it at a great price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality. Simply amazing compared to our 10 year old big box Toshiba

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The sound sucks, but I just plugged in my computer speakers until we purchase a theater system.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
So far none, we're very happy with it.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
So far none, maybe find a way to minimize the break in period.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
PG&E bill!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Considering we purchased our for only $799, YES!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
We purchased a piece of acrylic with anti-glare coating to protect the screen from whatever our 4 young kids can dish out and it's working great so far! You can see the bottom edge of the acrylic in this photo:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a141/myhoneyhoney/IMG_5960.jpg

Sorry for the shadow on the TV, I didn't use the correct setting on my camera....

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Color Accuracy, Noise Reduction, Price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
No more motion blur like my lcd

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
not the greatest black levels but i can deal with them

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
.000001 FL

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Stop selling 720p 50 inch plasmas... Sell 1080p plasmas @ 720p prices and we'll be good
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How big it was

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
for me, yes. $1343 after tax... for a 1080p samsung 50" plasma
but i did get an associate discount :D

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
this tv is the best tv on the market IMO @ everything except blacks...
it dominates tvs that cost twice as much in other areas outside of black levels
best bang for the buck

1. The "Model" you have.

LG 42PG20

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Picture quality and value.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Looks. How well DVD's look on this set, Very little IR.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

That it can't swivel like the 50" version.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Another HDMI input.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Swivel feature on the 42" size. Ability to adjust the brightness on the OSD.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How big it was in my room. Just how good HD looks.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Considering 11 years ago, I paid twice as much for my 32" Sony XBR tube TV, it is a great value.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This TV seems to be overlooked as compared to the 'big 3'. If you are shopping for entry level plasma sets, check this one out!

1. The "Model" you have".
Panasonic TH-50PZ800U.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Written reviews by professionals, In store comparisons with other makes and models, reading comments in this forum.


3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ,the Wide viewing angle,swivel platform

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Very heavy. I would be concerned about hanging it on a wall. I needed my neighbor to help me put it on my tv table.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
a) Capability to make the volume level on commercials the same as the program material. I'm tired of lowering the volume every time a commercial comes on.
b) PIP
c) Back lit Remote

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Include a "burn-in- SD card" and calibration help for novices.


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I replaced a 32" CRT with I loved. After setting up the unit my initial impression was "The picture is too big; should have purchased a 42" or 46" unit. However, now that I've been viewing the unit for several weeks, I made the correct decision. It takes time to transition to the large screen. You dont get the same perspective when viewing in a store.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
No problems yet.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I don't think so. There are still to many pros and cons with each of the technologies (Plasma vs LCD). I was hopeful the SED Technology would be the answer and worth the additional price. Doesn't look like it.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm a newbie, and have lots to learn. I'm sure I will upgrade this unit within the next 2-3 years to take advantage of the improvements on the horizon.


Thanks.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42PX80

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews. Great sale price at a local store.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Good picture quality. Great price.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
It has every thing I need

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep making quality products at affordable price points.


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
No surprises about the plasma itself. I was surprised I could get some local HD channels without a cable box (I'll get a HD digital cable box/DVR in a few days).

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A 42" plasma for under $700 is definitely worth it.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN50a650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Side by side with 2 Panasonics and an LG in the store, it had the best picture/color, and the price enabled me to upgrade my receiver.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture and the size - and I kinda like the red bezel, its different.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing yet - the complexity of getting a new TV, receiver, PVR, and speakers is getting me down as I cannot master all of the settings as quick as I want to.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Canadian Weblink function

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Keep up the good work. Teach the people selling your product how to properly display and market your goods.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How easy to mount on stand, and no issues with IR at all.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I feel that I paid a fair price, so yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Don't worry so much about IR, just watch your TV - don't change your viewing habits, just your how-you-walk-away from-your-TV habits.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 50PX80u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Size. Reviews. Great sale price at a local store.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Good picture quality. Great price.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More color controls (red push)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Go back to the matte bezel. Gloss black is too reflective.


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
HEAVY!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A 50" 720p plasma for under $1200 is definitely worth it. I paid $1000 for a 42" 7th gen 720p Pioneer just 11 months ago, and that was a good deal at the time.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Size. Reviews & User feedback from other AVS members. Great price from an AVS Sponsor.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ, Motion is handled much better than LCD, THX: Proper color/grayscale.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
100 hr Break-in, IR potential, 24P/48Hz mode flicker issue (may be correctable w/firmware update from Panasonic eventually -- unconfirmed whether a F/W fix is in the works yet) -- 30P/60Hz is the recommended viewing setting, which does not have the flicker issue.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
O.o good question..

- A firmware update to unlock more control over color and gamma [at least for the non-THX modes].

[The following answers to this question are general to plasma technology and its manufactures, not specifically a brand or model]
- User ability to set an 'automatic' screensaver to activate at a user specified interval [similar to the Off/On timer, but puts the TV into low power mode].
- Ability to detect station ID logo's and remove them or at least force the alpha level to make them highly transparent (barely visible) to reduce chance of IR, since so many bone-heads of those stations are putting them there for and in many cases for long periods of time. Or maybe detect and relocate it to a different corner of the screen every few minutes so they aren't statically in one location. Its a video overlay in most cases, should be able to detect and manipulate accordingly. [detection of GAME HUD's when connected to a PC and override the alpha level of video where the HUD appears would be good too -- but could argue game developers could do a better job of putting alpha setting options on their HUDs too]

- Industry standardized 24P/48hz with flicker free results [as a mandated quality control requirement from all HD manufactures].


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
"Go back to the matte bezel. Gloss black is too reflective." I agree with this, but would add to it:

Offer easy user replacable (and inexpensive) bezel replacements for a more personalize look [like you do for Cell phones, change face plates, etc].

Along these same lines, I'd like the ability to change out the shiny glass for something a little more muted, just enough to counter some more of the reflective qualities, but not so much as to mess up the viewability of the picture quality.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
"HEAVY!" again, agree with this too. Looks larger at home than on the showroom floor too.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
PENDING

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I think they all overpriced by at least $400 [in some cases more than that]. Especially at the well known B&M stores. No reason to sell at higher price points, HDTV's are selling in record #'s. Easily make up the difference in volume sales (this is how little companies become VERY big companies virtually overnight, by being aggressive on price/performance for mass market sales) .. Everyone remembers how Visio came out of no where, now they are major sellers in the HD market.

1. TH-50PZ80U

2. Wanted a Panny, thought the 85U wasn't worth the extra price (for me)

3. It's big, black, and beautiful.

4. The 100 hour break in time seems way longer than 100 hours.

5. More controls, Having the tuner to PIP with the HDMI input would be cool.

6. None

7. None, did my research.

8. None so far.

9. I think I got an excellent price on this set.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer 5020 -- fiffty-inch plasma introduced in mid-2008

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Absolute rave reviews, total picture quality.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Exquisitely sharp picture and breath-taking black levels that make colors pop realistically.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

None.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Sell them all at the astonishing sale price I paid and quickly eliminate every other competitor.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

That you can easily watch a 50-inch screen from 14 feet across the room and see it beautifully.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Two days in, none so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

See #6 above. Even getting a great deal, spending some $3,000 on a TV is asking a lot. I wasn't committed to this TV only, I could have been reasonably satisfied with something a little less spendy than the original MSRP but a Labor Day sale price finally got me and my wife to jump in happily. I paid some $450 LESS at a big-name dealer than I had been offered anywhere online.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I've been reading reviews and regularly stopping into four or five major dealers for years. I'm not rich, I'm not poor but I was damn sure not going to pay too many thousands of dollars for just a dog-gone TELEVISION. Still, know that I've been a professional videographer in the past, I insist on a high-quality image when I do watch TV, so I was simply willing to wait. Wait for a TV that satisfied my high standards and satisfied my determination to not break the bank. Frankly, I was willing to wait through this coming football season but when what many experts are calling "The Best TV Ever" was suddenly available at the best price ever, I quickly said Yes. I'm deliriously happy because not only is the picture perfect right out of the box but I'm very confident that this TV will be with me for the next 10 to 15 years. (Or until Hologram-Vision becomes available at less than a thousand bucks!)

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN50a650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The picture quality and functions available and great comments from actual owners

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

TOC, outer glass paneling, touch controls.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

its going to have to go through a break-in period. Nothing really, its great.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

If the LAN port could pick up network drives and play content directly off of it.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Dont get rid of the tweakability options and add a network drive recognition software, that would be nice

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

the depth and natuarality of picture, very clean

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far, only had it for two days

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

if it fits your budget i say go for it

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Dont let it make a couch potato out of you.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH58PH10UKA

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reliable operation at altitude ( rated to 9100', I live at 7200') Reviews in this forum, price, picture quality of plasma's in general


3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The size, it is a perfect fit for my room, picture quality is wonderful,the picture is very easy on the eyes. Its quiet. Even non HD programming off DirecTV looks good, very satified with the Blu-ray and DVD viewing. I like being able to switch modes from Dynamic to cinema to standard at the touch of a button.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
could use more HDMI inputs and more inputs for older equipment. A bit of an energy hog at 650 watts. More user friendly zoom and stretch modes. And I only get to watch it an hour or two a week.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't seem to get the non HD programs to stretch proportionally both vertically & horizontally without some fiddling, a one button push for that would be nice. My kids change the settings and it takes a little time to get it back right so most the time I don't bother to get the stretch/zoom right for non HD programs from DirecTV.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Make the this 58" a 1080P like the PF models

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It arrived undamaged, I expected an excellent picture and got it so no surprise there. It was fairly easy to install on the wall, the mounts are solid. I didn't need to calibrate it right off.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none yet, I still need to calibrate the colors as it is 9 months old and the factory settings were very good at the beginning but now they could use an adjustment- just been to busy to get to it.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I was very happy with the price as I shopped for a year and waited for my price target. My kids watch many hours of TV so I didn't mind spending the bucks. I spent $500 for a 31" sony trinitron CRT 10 years ago and my 58"PH is 3-4 times the display that was.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This forum was more than just helpful, it decided my purchase for me, without it I would have probably been disappointed in what I decided to buy. I only wish I could participate more and answer newbees questions as everyone answered mine- a big thanks to all those experienced people in this forum.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung HTP5044 720p

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Black Friday Price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
HD picture for cable, dvd, hd-dvd, bd.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Remote is not ergonomic.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080p, but at the price I paid, no qualms.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much better the picture is compared to our 1080p 46" Aquos.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
If you buy at the right price, they can be a steal. Don't buy the latest technology. You can save 60-70% off new models and the picture quality doesn't reflect the massive difference in cost.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Mounting this 50" to the wall, and running the wires through the wall makes our living room unit "jaw dropping," not to mention the hd picture. Amazing set for a set under $890 out the door.

i just want to buy one. 42" sony

1. The "Model" you have. 42px80u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Great reviews/great price

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Everything LCD had problems with plasma is great. Motion blur, washed out colors ( compared to plasma anyway) great blacks and everything easle.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. ummmmmm. nothing lol.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. It honestly has everything i need.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. None.. i am too happy with this set i honestly can't find nothing wrong with it besides break in

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
how smooth motion and how great colors were.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh yeah for sure. best 839.99 i've ever spent.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I would just love to say this is a great set for a perfect price for me.

Thanks.

Dave

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A650
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Several positive reviews/comparisons. AVS member comments. TV "fit"
for my basement room environment. Price at Amazon.
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Overall cosmetic appearance, screen picture and detailed picture settings
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Fingerprint magnet
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Perhaps another component input (has two and 4 HDMI - sweet)
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Perhaps a tad more anti-reflective work. But it is superb in my no external light basement.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That people actually complain about the red TOC. I suppose in a bright
room it is more prominent. From all the fuss, without researching, I thought the red was actually a powered red light. Was disappointed when all it was was some red hi-lighted plastic. Would have taken the option to power up the sucka.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Absolutely none.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Certainly was at Amazon
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
By all means practice SOME safety regarding IR and burn in at the onset. But I am already gaming on the TV after maybe 10 to 12 hours of break-in DVD with NO IR or Burn in. Just proper settings and care. Worked on my CRT RPTV for three years with hundreds of hours of gaming with no issue

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite 1150HD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great reviews. Excellent display. Bought a Sammy n then a Panny and then decided that Pioneer is the route for me to go... :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Looks great. Great Picture quality. Great Blacks...Unmatched contrast ratio..

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Its not something that I don't like but I wish it was a 1080P...But I sit 12-13 feet away from it so I can't tell a difference. It's just something that's in my head...need to get over it..

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Has everything I was looking for.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I really thought I'd see a difference at some point (768p vs. 1080p) but so far I haven't. I'm very suprised with the picture quality on this set. Trust me, I knew what I was getting but I just can't believe it looks so good!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None. Yet. :)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Umm...forking over ~$1800 for a TV is kinda ridiculous but that is the norm nowadays...so I guess they are. They have gotten cheaper. Pioneers are still a little expensive, but I just paid ~$1800 for something that once was priced at $3500. Good deal for me :). I never thought I'd be able to afford a Pioneer on my budget...but I ended up getting one...an Elite at that...so to answer this question with one word..."yes".

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is an excellent plasma TV. I've gamed on this thing for hours at a time. No retention or burn-in at all. My previous displays were both excellent displays too but they had their own flaws. People complain about the dimness of the 8g pioneers...I have yet to see it. In the store, it is a little noticeable but once you bring it home...its not even a problem.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-42PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good reviews. Also, performance relative to the price is pretty good.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
No input lag (Guitar Hero Expert player here) and handles motion really well (sports, etc.).

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Room temperature increased noticeably. Break-in period.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Accept and display 24Hz properly. I know it's available in the PZ800U and PZ850U, but decided to get a "decent/good" set now and wait a year or so and get a top of the line model then.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Have all inputs located at the back of the TV... none in the front.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I was an LCD guy and after having the 40XBR4 for about 3 months and the 46XBR4 for 1 month (both returned due to dead/stuck pixels and clouding) decided to give plasma a shot and see what happens. Tried out the 42PX80U and was impressed by how it handled motion and no input lag that I could notice. Decided to go the 1080p route and returned it for the 42PZ80U. Raised my scores on most, if not all, the songs on Guitar Hero III. I game a lot and have been playing Metal Gear Solid 4 and Guitar Hero III. While I did notice IR, it goes away after a few minutes to an hour. I was really relieved.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
There's 1 stuck pixel but after all the trips to Best Buy returning sets I just said screw it... I'm keeping it. I also can't stand the heat that it gives out.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Sure. You get what you pay for.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Anybody on the fence about plasma should at the very least give it a shot. You'll be surprised... I was.

There is a new technology on Plasma...


http://www.hostchecker.info/image4.jpg

1. The "Model" you have: Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model": My TH-37PX50U's power supply took a crap and rather than spend $400 to get it repaired I decided to buy new. Got a good deal on the PZ85U (and got a 5 year warranty this time). I've also always liked Panasonic plasmas.

3. What you like best about your Plasma: Depth of color, blacks, sharpness/detail, fluidity of motion.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma: So far, nothing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had: I'd like to see 4 HDMIs on the back of the panel. Also ethernet and/or USB port. Possibly THX mode like the 800Us.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma: Break in the panels before they ship.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma: I was surprised how much better this set looks than my previous plasmas (TH-37PX50U and TH-50PX60U).

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma: None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it: Yes, 3 years ago I paid ~ $1800 for the TH-37PX50U, 2 Years ago I paid ~ $3000 for the TH-50PX60U... 4 weeks ago I paid $1700 for the TH-50PZ85U.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged: If you're in the market for a new plasma, go 1080p. You'll be happier in the long run. ;)

EDIT: Here's a little eye candy:

http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr284/Retaliation908/DSC00108-1.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The price, reviews, and my fiance (She loves the red ToC).

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality, even with the settings I have for the break-in period.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I don't know if there's anything I don't like about it.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
It's got all I need. More than enough inputs and 1080p. It's got some features I don't think I'll ever use, like the internet news/weather thing.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep up the good work on the products you make. That's pretty much it.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Really, the standard Definition looks a hell of a lot better than what people were saying. Watching both OTA broadcast and DVDs look spectacular, but not as nice as HD content.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I have on stuck pixel near the middle of my screen. The only way to notice it is to have an all red screen, then it looks black. But on a white screen it is a very light blue, so unless you're <1 ft from the screen you can't see it. Still makes me sad, but I won't go through the hassle of exchanging for a problem that isn't noticeable except under a abnormal conditions.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Well, seeing I got a 50 inch TV with such a spectacular quality of image for less than 1800, yes. Will they go cheaper, always. Should you wait? I think you'd be missing out on what HD has to offer now if you did.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
No IR even though I watched TV and played some games with <10 hours on the set. Just don't go into a torch mode and leave a static image on for a long time and you should be fine. I was an LCD man for so long, but I'm glad I went Plasma :)

1. The "Model" you have.

LG 42PG25. (42PG6000 in Europe)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

After looking at all the contenders for three months the LG 42PG20 & 25 always had consistently better results in terms of sharpness and color IMHO over the Panasonics and Samsungs in every placed I visited.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
That the remote had buttons for antenna, cable and HDMI.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Have to think about it.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
As an added surprise SD cable is very good, actually better than on my LG 32PC5RV 32" which is an EDTV.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Relatively speaking I find them all quite affordable, the current LG’s, I’ve found offered the best consistent value.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Overall I've found the LG's very good and it's too bad that they are not as highly regarded as they should be, probably because of their past history with the budget electronics maker Goldstar, from what I understand that is no longer the case.
But coming from the Audio side of things Samsung , Panasonic and Pioneer are also considered low end manufactures.

Also it should be noted that the Koreans have priced their electronics quite aggressively in hopes of capturing the market and so are in fact a much better purchase over the competition.
So I've done my homework and so far I'm happy with the results.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-42PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?

Months of research and in-store side-by-side comparisons with the same feed. Panasonic seemed to have very high reliability and picture quality reviews. I was able to confirm the PQ in store, as one vendor allowed me to use Tom's settings because I was mistrustful of the setting they had, which made all the KUROS look infinitely better. After my adjustment the gap closed between the two quite considerably. I actually don't think the red push is also quite as high as most people claim.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?

Picture quality. Black levels are excellent.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?

I returned my first set due to 3 dead and 2 stuck pixels in the color of blue. My new set has 1 dead and 2 stuck pixels. Of course you have to be extremely close to see these. I am going to attempt to repair the stuck ones using the download available on this forum. Also, seems that every panel i have seen in-store, and the two now that I have had all have some very minor dents on the black bezel which you can see at very sharp angles (aprox 170 degrees). Must just be the way they are assembled or something.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had?

Wish it would have been broken-in from the factory.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the
"Manufacture" about your Plasma?

Work on making stronger bezels that are more resistant to denting.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?

How light the set actually is.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?

Dead, stuck pixels and the couple minor dents in the bezel. I am probably more anal than the average consumer, though.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?

I got a 1080p for under a grand. That set was going for over 2 grand not that long ago. Will prices keep going down? Of course, but I have waited long enough.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Make sure you do your homework. And don't forget to view them in-store, making sure you are looking at the models side-by-side with the same feed. I mean, you wouldn't buy a car without test driving it, right?

Also, I wouldn't fall for the "bigger is better" argument if you , yourself can discern a noticeable degradations in PQ for those bigger sets. I debated the larger panel 720p vs smaller panel 1080p (both at in the same price range) for about a month. However, I could in fact see a difference between the two on blu-ray and PS3 from a distance at which most claim they cannot. I'll take quality over quantity any day.

Panasonic is a well-regarded brand and rightly deserves that recognition. I have no problems buying additional sets from them in the future.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic Viera TH37PX80B

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Excellent SD picture and excellent HD picture. Best of both worlds. Good price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The natural Cinema-like picture and the fact that its fanless.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Possible screenburn and not bright whites. Also notice phosphor trails in some games.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Autoswitching for HDMI 2 and 3, better range on remote control, non-glossy bezel.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Continue making 37" models.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Picture quality on SD and HD, black levels and the sound from the internal speakers.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Bezel is a dust magnet!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Not really. I want everything for free!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I recommend anyone who wants to buy a Plasma but doesn't want to pay a premium, buy a Panasonic. Granted, Panasonic Plasma's don't match Pioneer Plasma's in terms of quality but there is a huge difference in price and pound for pound, dollar for dollar, Panasonic is top dog.

Highly recommended!

9/10

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Pretty good deal from bestbuy.com.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Very good picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Sounds awful.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
For it's price range, lots of tradeoffs but wish it had more s-video inputs,
and a card reader.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Redesign the speakers/amp.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If the audio capabilities of a set are important to you, really give it a
listen inside the store to insure you can live with the sound.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN50a450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

I like the Samsung brand, the sale price, and the free Samsung Blu-ray player that came with it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

I like the PQ and the size.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing really, maybe the fact that it has to be babied for a little while first.I guess thats true of all plasmas though, isn't it?

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

PIP, DVI-in.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

None.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How much it adds to the movie watching experience and HDTV channels.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I think now they are as long as the quality remains at a high level.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I didn't start looking at this forum until after I had purchased this set so I didn't know about burn-in, shelf life, 1080i vs 1080p, torch mode, etc.I had my tv on torch mode for a day after I got it when I realised from these forums that I should turn things down a bit.I just wish that the manufacturers would put a warning at first boot about that.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5080hd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best pq for the $$. All reviews positive and superior to many 1080p non kuros

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
hd Detail-amazing, 3d depth, no picture noise or off angle issues.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Heat, sd cable so-so.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
got it all

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Jazz up the base a bit

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The amazing detail over the other hd sets I own.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
More than worth it if you shop carefully-paid less than half msrp.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Buy this set before the are gone, an increadible bargain for jaw dropping hd.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Coming from a Toshiba CRT, I wanted at least the same or better PQ. Pioneer is the only tv that can come close to CRT blacks

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing PQ, colors are spot on, blacks are very good

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Blacks could be a bit darker - on a full black screen in a pitch black room it is still easy to distinguish where the screen is, once you give your eyes a few seconds to adjust.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep the glass the same (Single pane) IMO this is one of the biggest advantages Pioneer has over other MFRs

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Blacks not quite as dark as I expected, although still very good

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Overall great TV. Only thing I could see that needs minor improvement is the blacks. Everything else is perfect.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Coming from a Toshiba CRT, I wanted at least the same or better PQ. Pioneer is the only tv that can come close to CRT blacks

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing PQ, colors are spot on, blacks are very good

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Blacks could be a bit darker - on a full black screen in a pitch black room it is still easy to distinguish where the screen is, once you give your eyes a few seconds to adjust.

Overall great TV. Only thing I could see that needs minor improvement is the blacks. Everything else is perfect.
I got a Pioneer Kuro 6020 a couple of months ago so the comment about disappointment with the blacks interested me. I never had a CRT HDTV but the 6020 is my third HDTV, the others being a 50 inch RCA Scenium DLP and a 32 inch Sony XRB LCD. Based in my experience with those I must say that the blacks on the 6020 are mind boggling, the best I ever saw on an HDTV. As a result, the accuracy of colors and the shadow detail in darkly lighted scenes, particularly in 1080p BD movies, are incredible.

I agree, the blacks are amazing on the set. The one area where I noticed the blacks could be a little darker is during the intro of planet earth - where the sun comes up from behind the earth. Keep in mind this was in a pitch black room.

As long as there is normal content on the screen such as a 2.35:1 movie I really can't see the difference between the screen and the bezel at all.

On my CRT - a Toshiba 30 inch blacks were completely dark, although it had its own separate issues. Overall I would say the Pioneer is a huge improvement over my CRT in every area but black level.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Pretty good deal from bestbuy.com.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Very good picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Sounds awful.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
For it's price range, lots of tradeoffs but wish it had more s-video inputs,
and a card reader.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Redesign the speakers/amp.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If the audio capabilities of a set are important to you, really give it a
listen inside the store to insure you can live with the sound.

Okay, I started perceiving additional problems with my new set, so I have called to have it picked up and returned for a refund. In addition to the poor sound quality, which I had settled to live with, a couple other more serious issues cropped up:

1. Started to notice a tendency for ir and burn in which caused me constant worry.

2. The capper was I started noticing the "green haze" effect. Greenish tinge on may images, especially light flesh tones.

Oh well, sayonara Samsung.

I agree, the blacks are amazing on the set. The one area where I noticed the blacks could be a little darker is during the intro of planet earth - where the sun comes up from behind the earth. Keep in mind this was in a pitch black room.

As long as there is normal content on the screen such as a 2.35:1 movie I really can't see the difference between the screen and the bezel at all.

On my CRT - a Toshiba 30 inch blacks were completely dark, although it had its own separate issues. Overall I would say the Pioneer is a huge improvement over my CRT in every area but black level.
The biggest limitation of CRT technology, it seems to me, is its inability to provide the large screen sizes available in modern flat panel displays. For example your 60 inch Kuro has nearly 4 times the screen area as your old 30 inch CRT did. That's a lot.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro 5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Sony XBR CRT broke down and I wanted the most competent flat panel display to reproduce it's quality.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's almost too gorgeous.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Blacks are almost too dark! Certain videogames that feature dark areas lose detail in the void. I've spent way more time than I imagined trying to find a good balance in the new Silent Hill game. Standard movie and TV watching has never been an issue. Also, the menus, while functional, could be better organized. Certain vital features can be layers deep and require many clicks.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Menu issue. Also, the on-set buttons culd be easier to reach on the side.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Not only how great blacks look, but the colors really pop as well as the white levels.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
It's essentially perfect. Any complaints I have are just minor nitpicks that don't translate into the quality of the image but mostly user convenience. I can't imagine a single soul would be displeased with this product.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PX80U
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
All the positive reviews on AVS forum, Screaming deal at Sears
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great TV, beautiful picture, tons of inputs,
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Glossy black frame reflects a lot of light
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
a remote that was really capable of being universal(maybe I don't completely understand Viera Link)
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
They should put the hours display in an easily accessible menu, not buried in the service menu.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How amazing just an upconverted DVD looks on it, and how true the colors look. I'm using someone else's settings, and am in the break in, can't wait to try to get it optimized
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Absolutely none.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
$400 off at Sears, plus 10% off if you use their card, so 899 for a 50" plasma is a screaming deal
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
No problem with burn in yet, but am watching most everything in Zoom. A little disappointed in picture quality, but the best picture I have is an upconverted DVD or a Wii. Directv HD arrives tomorrow!!:D

1. The "Model" you have.
TH50PX80

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Originally I was ready to buy a 42-46 Sharp Aquos as I set one up for the in-laws and was happy with the picture and had heard horror stories about plasma's problems (although none from anyone who actually owned one, interestingly). After doing (r)e-search on this site and others I became convinced that plasma was the way to go. Since my wife's budget precluded me from getting the Kuro or upper end Panny/Samsungs, we settled on a 42PX80. I wasn't heartbroken by the lack of 1080p as I don't have a source yet and at 8.5 feet viewing distance for this set, doesn't make a difference anyway. After three weeks of waiting and no TV in the store, we broke down and got the 50, with a $300 discount.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The sheer jaw dropping realism when a good HD signal is on it. The picture after only a week is amazing!
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Lack of more extensive colour control features. Some digitizing (blocking) of fast transition pics on HD. I suspect that it is more my DBS reciever than the TV though.
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
See above.
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
A better user interface for adjusting the colour and gamma. The basic controls are OK, but a few more would be better.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The clarity of the picture watching Nat Geo HD and Discovery HD. I can't wait until I have a BD player!
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
No. I understand the need to recoup R&D costs, but the entry price in Canada for a good 1080p TV 42inches or larger is still in the $2k range and that's just too high.
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If you are considering a new TV, it's worth your while to look at plasma. Good bang for the buck and no eye ripping colour saturation like a lot of the lcd sets I looked at.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A510

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Took back a 720p Panny to get the 50 inch model, but saw this 1080p for just a bit more and like the picture better.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The great colors is displays relative to the first Plasma we bought.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Only 2 HDMI ports.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
See above.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Add some HDMI ports:)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much better the picture was than the Panny.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
False Contouring in background on Uverse but maybe cable related. We'll see when I hook up the Blu Ray.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
This one was a steal at 1450 at BB.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
1080p is worth it, but make sure you do your HW and get a good deal.

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 42PC5D
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
comparing the LG Samsung offerings side by side, I really liked the picture better on the LG
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
of course the visuals. :) and the fact that my PS3 and Xbox360 games look so good they'd make a grown man cry...
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
could use another hdmi port or 2
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I'm not really missing much feature-wise, see above
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
keep up the great work!
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
i was so scared that i burned in some life bars from playing some fighting games, before I knew the difference between image retention and burn in.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
setting up the PS3 to play Blu ray properly, I used to get a lot of motion "judder"
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
totally
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged
trust your eyes, not specs or marketing, and I think you'll be happier with your purchase.

Pete

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 46pz85u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Biggest set, best value for the money.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
I never thought I'd say this, but I'm almost certain it's image is superior to my CRT HDTV (2005 Panasonic Tau)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Dead pixels.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Firmware support?

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Stop going thinner, focus on quality control.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Having the picture freeze on a closeup of a Tampa Bay Bucaneer for 45 minutes while I was oblivious to this, and coming back to see the red pixel unstuck, and working properly.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
3 dead pixels.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not sure. As much as I love the picture quality and size, I can't help but feel guilty for spending over $1300. My parents probably never spent over $400 - and they had a Sony trinitron!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Can't believe how emotionally distraught I became over dead pixels. I was physically ill this weekend with a headache and wanted to puke? Why? Because I researched dead pixels more than anything prior to buying a flat panel TV...and...it happened. Feels just like I did in 2006 when I bought an Xbox 360 and the RRoD happened to me the first day.

1. TH50PZ800U

2. Panny reputation, blacks better than the Sammy 550 and 650, THX mode.

3. Overall picture fidelity

4. I'm new to plasma so break in is new to me. Not a fan but understand it's a necessary evil.

5. More onscreen controls

6. Perhaps develop a bit better anti-reflection. It's still better than the 550 and 650

7. I'm pleased with the sound. It's not fatiguing to listen to the built-in speakers as most sets are.

8. None yet and, knock on wood, not many down the line either. This is only day 4 for me.

9. Probably not but they are fairly close to worth.

10. You can read specs all day but let your eyeballs be the final deciding factor.

1. The "Model" you have.
TH-50PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
So many good reviews by USERS

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
natural looking picture compared to my 32" LCD

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Constant worry about network logos, 4:3 bars, etc.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Ability to NOT have image retention or burn in ;-)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Improve the speakers

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How heavy 80lbs is

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
This is not the fault of the plasma, but I am getting a bit nauseated after playing games for more than 20 minutes. This never happened on my 32" LCD. I guess its because the screen is so big, I am getting motion sickness?

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not sure: I am sure they will be cheaper than $1000 that I got it for, but I got it no interest financing with an existing credit card. I can hang on to my cash and enjoy my TV.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Even with all picture settings set at 50 or below (on cinema), the picture is awesome. I can see clown faces on some channels, leading me to believe its not the TV's fault. These faces are bright orange during some scenes. I hope I can tune out the orange faces eventually once my set is broken in.

Both great Plasma's...I have the Pio it is definitely better overall (more$$$ too). That said I am planning to purchase the panny 50px80u, you can't beat the picture for the price anywhere.

Does anybody know if circuiy city is going to close??? Was going to buy there, great deal but want them around in 60 days for price protection/initial service issues.

...Does anybody know if circuiy city is going to close??? Was going to buy there, great deal but want them around in 60 days for price protection/initial service issues. Given that they fired their CEO and replaced him this week and have a consultant working on turnaround recommendations, it's likely that no one knows for sure. They'll probably close a number of stores, but it's less likely they will do so before Christmas as December makes-or-breaks the whole year for most retailers. Chances are you'll be covered for 60 days (barely), but nothing is certain, especially in this economy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung - PN50A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Nice overall picture/price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Many different types of inputs as well as the viewing angle is excellent regardless of where you are in the room.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It doesn't fly :D

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A built in blu ray. :)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
More frequent firmware updates.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It does not produce too much heat even after 4 hours of use.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
They seem close to reasonable given the technology.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
The INPUT settings are very easy to navigate. Many settings to play with for any user to tweak the overall picture. Blacks are great and the colors this plasma produces are amazing.
50" is the perfect TV size IMO.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Pro-151fd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
best of the best

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
black levels

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
wish it were bigger

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
more mounting options - has oversized mounting requirements

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
make a 70"+ panel within a realistic price

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
no real surprises.. researched and researched and then researched some more prior to purchase

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none at this point

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
very subjective, but feel the price I paid was very fair

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.



my advise is to have retailers compete for your business. everytime I talked pricing with two local stores I was offered an additional $300 off.... leaving me to question, how much room is there to move on the pricing on these panels?

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic THC50FD18

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

VALUE, features, specs, reputation, favorable store policies

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Value - I haven't watched any programming on it yet. All I had time to do today is set it up and head to work.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

SD PQ isn't very good stretched across the screen. After breaking it in we will probably go back to OAR.

This is more of a problem for my Luddite spouse. "Should we have kept the old TV?"

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Larger size? More stylish appearance? Home network capability?

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.

Can't think of any yet.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The nifty pedestal base mounting system.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None yet.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I'm very happy with the price I paid at a warehouse store, especially with the current $300 instant rebate.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This set replaced a 34" JVC direct view TV with a great SD picture--but no HD. I hope our cable provider is quick about adding HD versions of the channels my wife likes--or it could be my a**

Take 50% off MSRP and you have dealer cost for Pioneer. Even more if you do big volume. [/QUOTE=Zivman;14928111]my advise is to have retailers compete for your business. everytime I talked pricing with two local stores I was offered an additional $300 off.... leaving me to question, how much room is there to move on the pricing on these panels?[/QUOTE]

Take 50% off MSRP and you have dealer cost for Pioneer. Even more if you do big volume. my advise is to have retailers compete for your business. everytime I talked pricing with two local stores I was offered an additional $300 off.... leaving me to question, how much room is there to move on the pricing on these panels?

and I thought $4600 for a pro-151fd was a good deal.... :confused:

/\ I'm sure it varies from region to region and from what vendor you buy from, and how much business you do on an annual basis, but that is my observation from where I'm at. Easily the most profitable of all the stuff we move. But if one has to be the most profitable, it might as well be the best of the best.

I could have got a deep discount on Sony, but being that I work in the industry (does office work count?), I now know plasma is where you go if you want picture quality. Still couldn't afford Pioneer even with dealer prices. Went with value and it turned out buying from amazon.com was the most I could get for the money.

1. The "Model" Panasonic
THPZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
was a Great deal on a good looking 1080p model from quality name that's been around.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Just love the technology of phosphor illumination looks great and closest to The good old tube as knew it just much better resolution and size.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
This model hasn't really surfaced anything that I can say I don't like as of yet.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
For this price can't seem to think i could want much more Better blacks but hey that's what Pioneer is for;)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
The menu for calibration returns to the main screen way too fast when setting picture brightness ETC:( it's a little annoying but can live with it.. Wish it could be Extended with a flash update.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none to complain about so far it was broken in for 200 hrs with the break in colors on sd card and it's been getting better now around 400 hrs no problems and feel burn in will not happen with normal use

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Sure they will drop but you get what you pay for..

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm Very happy and would Definitely suggest this to anyone for a first plasma then save for a kuro Elite! which is my next TV and will keep the panasonic..:D

Den

Take 50% off MSRP and you have dealer cost for Pioneer. Even more if you do big volume. [/QUOTE=Zivman;14928111]my advise is to have retailers compete for your business. everytime I talked pricing with two local stores I was offered an additional $300 off.... leaving me to question, how much room is there to move on the pricing on these panels?[/QUOTE]

Please do not spread false information especially on the wrong forum and wrong thread.

1. Pioneer Kuro pdp-5020

2. I was convinced to purchase this model because after almost a year of researching televisions and looking at the various models I fell in love with the picture on the kuro. It's DLNA compatibility also played a role in my decision as well as its ability to playback 24p flawless at 72hz.

3. The thing I like best about my plasma is the lack of any motion blur and the pure deep blacks. As well as perfect 24p playback and ease of playing pirated blu ray rips ;)

4. The things I don't like are the slightly dim screen and not as bright whites as it could be. I don't like that their is a slim chance of burn in and I also don't like the chance of phosphor lag even though I haven't experienced either of the last 2 yet. I don't like its high energy usage either and the lack of fine color adjustments.

5. I wish it had an rf remote that would work no matter where you pointed remote. I wish it had a few tb HD's built in that you could store video on via DLNA and access anytime. It also should have more color controls.

6. I would advise the manufacture to stop inflating the price just because it's the best plasma. And to make it come pre calibrated to 6500k before they put it in a box and ship it to stores.

7. I was surprised how much better the picture was overall compared to store displays.

8. I have had no problems or issues at all yet.

9. I think the price for this plasma is inflated because they know they can get away with it because it's the best of the best and there are always that group of people that will buy the best of the best no matter how much it cost. I think pioneer should quit exploiting that group of people and price it more fairly.

10. I recommend this tv over any plasma or lcd. It's the best PQ you can have in your home untill large screen OLED's come out. Untill then this is the best of the best and is worth every dollar even if it is taxed like crazy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH42PZ80

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The sales rep dropped the price as i originally wanted anything 1080P and was gearing towards a Sony LCD

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Colours and Black levels

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The amount of heat generated/power consumption

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
more HDMI plugs, built in 7.1 DTS HD/True HD Sound, built in blu ray. network media player with dual band wireless N

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
please include a picture colour calibration disc

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
the ease of use

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
inserting the pedestal facing the wrong direction oops, 2 dead pixels only noticeable during a solid colour of red and eyes one foot away from the screen

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
overall this tv is a great bang for the buck... sometimes i wish i went with the pioneer kuro but all i really wanted was something 1080p for my bedroom

gentlemen and ladies -
need your help in deciding...choices are: (drum roll please)
1) 50pz80u at $1400 (+ tax)
2) 50pz800u at $2070 (including tax)
3) 58pz800u at 2588 (+ tax)

thought re: size/cost-value benefit?

room size: approx 17 x 27 - but true viewing envelope less walkway is more like 14 wide x 23 deep - typically sitting between 9-13' away...

not sure whehter to spring for the diff in wither 800 series or in the 58 vs 50 (a full $1200 more...) over the life of the tv 9if i assume 12 years), the 58 runs $100/yr more - know that's only $8/mon, but $1200 more over 10 yrs prob gets me a tv a few yrs from now that is even bettwer than the 58' and I could always move the 50' pz80 into my master bedroom.

thoughts and suggestions??

thx -
"nashville man"

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great picture, lowish power usage, good price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Blacks, details, color, movement...

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Not through the break in period yet, watched a letterboxed film right out of the box and could see a hint of IR afterwards. Ten minutes of the wiper and it is gone so no big thang.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Support for PC resolutions, quicker way to jump between inputs with the remote.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't stop making small 720's.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How sharp a ffdshow processed Divx looks.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I am very happy with the price I paid, almost exactly half what I paid for my 36" CRT 12 years ago.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP-500A

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Perfect contrast ratio, incredible picture quality (SD+HD), incredible black level, the current best 50" plasma TV on the european market.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
realy deep black level, contrast ratio, natural colours, picture quality is definitely breathtaking

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The manual is not on the other level of the KRP, missing index, missing some important informations like deleting tv stations.
Operation of the external HDTV tuner is far away from beeing perfect. (in case of sorting and deleting and managing favorite TV stations)
(Tuner is integrated in the external media box)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
faster epg

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
make it cheaper for europe, KRP to US Elite Kuro's is 1Euro = 1 USDollar

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The incredible image quality, my little nephew (sun of my brother) tried to grab into the screen, so vividly is the image quality with corresponding picture material.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Price is realy high, especialy in europe, but this plasma is worth every penny.

My apologies for my average English

I want to hear from you guys about your Plasmas. This is not a "Mine is Better than Yours" thread. Be thoughtful and honest.

Just got a new display? Post it here ONLY: please do not start a new thread

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Forum threads and personal inspection. 50" was borderline but I'm glad I upgraded from 46". Viewing from ~9'.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture clarity and detail. Previous set was 13yo 27" CRT.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Concern about break-in (so far unfounded). Wife & 2 kids (latter with Wii & XBOX) to educate. They understand the concern...

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
None so far. Just 2 weeks old. Built-in replication? :D

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Piggy-back BD35 or BD55 with purchase...

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Picture quality is exceptional. Seems better at home than in the store, especially HD Discovery, National Geographic (via Rogers Cable).

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Home Theater connectivity. I have no HDMI on my 5yo Yamaha unit. Spent maybe 30 minutes of mucking. Instructions? Don't need no stinking instructions. (Or maybe I did...) :o

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
List prices perhaps not. But "sales" happen. I expect more before Super Sunday. I think I did OK for Canada considering the current exchange rate.
Still monitoring for price match. :)

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Very happy so far. Did not buy warranty upgrade (25% of cost cannot be justified)! Still learning the ropes. When I get stuck I ask the kids. :)

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP-5020FD
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Deep blacks, lack of motion blur, Price
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Everything, but it's only been 1 day!
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
the gloss black frame is a dust magnet
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
none so far
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
none so far
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It came with the stand already attached
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far but it's only been 1 day
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
at $200 more than a panasonic thx800u, yes.
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I was worried how much difference I would see from my RPHDTV. Simply put, this display is AMAZING!

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
great pq, black levels, color accuracy, presence of phosphor
etc.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Build quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slight buzzing

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
i7 processing, firewire, dvi port, optional elite stickers ;)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Start/ open/ re-open the beta program for next gen pdp panels for potential customers.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was easy to un-package unlike my sony lcd :/

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I'm still in the break in phase and blotching is present

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yeah

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Can't wait for ces!

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
great pq, black levels, color accuracy, presence of phosphor
etc.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Build quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slight buzzing

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
i7 processing, firewire, dvi port, optional elite stickers ;)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Start/ open/ re-open the beta program for next gen pdp panels for potential customers.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was easy to un-package unlike my sony lcd :/

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I'm still in the break in phase and blotching is present

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yeah

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Can't wait for ces!

What is "ces" ?

What is "ces" ?

That statement is not relevant to my purchase but I am looking forward to hearing about next gen pdp's at the consumer electronics show on Jan 09 (ces) :)

http://www.cesweb.org/

[QUOTE=halog;15153798]That statement is not relevant to my purchase but I am looking forward to hearing about next gen pdp's at the consumer electronics show on Jan 09 (ces) :)

http://www.cesweb.org/[/Q

That's funny you say that because your statement of "Can't wait for ces!" is not relevent to the thread you posted in.

:)

[QUOTE=halog;15153798]That statement is not relevant to my purchase but I am looking forward to hearing about next gen pdp's at the consumer electronics show on Jan 09 (ces) :)

http://www.cesweb.org/[/Q

That's funny you say that because your statement of "Can't wait for ces!" is not relevent to the thread you posted in.

:)

By that statement I was referring to my comment of "can't wait for ces!" I intended to say that my answer to question 10, "can't wait for ces", was in no way related to my flat panel purchase. :) By quoting you I inadvertently implied your statement wasn't related but that wasn't my intention hope that clears things up.

Panasonic VIERA 50" 720p 480Hz Plasma HDTV w/ 3 HDMI & SD Slot - TH50PX80U

best price I've ever seen for the specific TV i was looking for. yay!

My first plasma purchase:

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-42PZ80U
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews on this forum and other sites; after tweaking the settings of this and others at CC, this was a really nice set...best for the price. Also 1080p capability
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Fantastic picture, incredible with Blu-ray. Very user-friendly
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Smart sound for tv to commercial sound leveling
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Just how nice the picture was in my own home, after proper settings made
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
After research, I think this is the best 42 inch plasma below 9 bills

This is Ethan Allen (Plasma or LCD?) and I am dumber than dirt about these matters.

I would like to buy two televisions for different locations and purposes.

About four years ago I bought a 50 inch Panasonic for the son’s bedroom. He got married and took it with him. It was a 720 rather than a 1080 P resolution but it looked great. Then I bought a 65” Diamond Mitsubishi DLP. Noisy, hot and it looks bulky in the Family Room – but the room gets very bright from the two sky lights. That was why I was persuaded to go to DLP.

Now I need two more televisions and I really need some help –BIG TIME-! I have promised the wife I would buy her a super nice television for her big kitchen! Every year I disappoint here as I just can’t decide what to buy.

She wants something mid-range in size but high quality in sound and picture. I was considering something like a Sharp Aquos but I don’t want any motion lag. I understand that 120 Hz seems to help that and 6 ms response isn’t exactly ‘instant’ but may be acceptable. Now I am thinking – wait a minute – why am I ruling out Plasma?

How small do they make good Plasmas? It seems that the small LCD’s are generally 720 and not 1080P. I am thinking she would like something 37” or smaller. What would everyone recommend? Plasma or something else? The Kitchen isn’t that bright a room.

Second Room: Then I need a fantastic television for my library! It would reside one the center bookshelf in a wall to wall, floor to ceiling bookcase. The shelves are somewhat thin at slightly more than 11”. HERE IS THE HOOK! The 48 inch cavity is actually only about 47 inches inside. The height can be adjusted.

Assuming no limits on price {within logical reason} what should I buy the wife for the Kitchen and what should I buy the family for the library?

The Library can be cut-off from all external light so I don’t have the same issues I had with the family room where I had to “settle” for DLP, and loud fans, and all that heat and then all that UGLY BULK, not to mention putting up with the bulb going out at the start of the Super Bowl – That actually happened last year! I watched the Super Bowl on a smaller old television as my room with the Super Surround Sound System was totally dead! Never again! The can have their ‘mirrors’.


PLEASE HELP THIS OLD MAN!

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Since no one in my area had one to view, My decision was based on the Tv's good reviews here and on other sites.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture looks fantastic with default settings right out of the box. Perfect 24p playback. Build quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I keep listening for the phantom buzz to appear. I am paranoid about IR.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More HDMI connections. A 100% anti-IR proof screen.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
I could understand the Void of Warranty if buying from a unauthorized dealer, but whats with the Elite 200 mile limit? That leaves most of the authorized online retailers out of my reach. It would be nice to buy from a authorized dealer anywhere in the USA and still have a Warranty.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The reviews were right! The picture does look that good.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
What I did pay for the Tv was well worth it. Buying MSRP is never worth it.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
None at this time.

I know this thread is 8 months old I also think many of the questions are interrelated but here goes:
Mine is the Pioneer 6020.
I bought the Costco demo and got a great price. Partly I bought it from what I read here;and partly fom seeing it in the store. It was between "torch-mode" lcds;on their shelf. One could see the differences in reds,greens,blacks,and facial tones. This set looked kinda anemic--compared-to the sets on either side. Whites looked real poor/compared to the other sets. ( Further, I think if they had it set on Dynamic it would have sold long ago.)
When I got this set home it seemed like a different set and I couldn't believe my eyes.--Gone was the 'grey-white' thing.---After 3 weeks of use I NEVER think I need 'brighter' whites.
'Blacks',and dark scenes is where this set shines--like no lcd I've seen,yet.--Same might be said for the color of its reds and greens.
My set may have had lots of hrs. on it but the Costco loop I felt, did no harm.
Unlike some here I don't expect to keep it for more than 3 years.
My "old" sets are the Sony 32 xbr-6 and the older 65 in. Mitsubisi crt w/ the 9in guns.
(I feel the 9in guns mits.to be the best hd-crt )
I believe in all new purchases-- what you had before matters,much.
I also don't spend much time,after the purchase, nit-picking what it doesn't do or have.

1. The Model you have.
Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular Model.
Great picture, price/size ratio, size in general

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Everything, but especially the size

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Concern over IR/burn-in, i realize that it's a long shot, but it's just that unfortunate nagging sensation, just like the clouding on my previous Sony

5. What Feature(s) you wish your Plasma had.
Maybe the VieraCast, not sure how useful that would be though, though built-in WiFi would be nice

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the Manufacturer about your Plasma.
Eliminate any possibility of burn-in/IR, or need for break-in. Easy right?

7. What was your biggest Surprise after you received your Plasma.
How big it was, the thing is an absolute monster. My roommate has a 56" Samsung DLP and this thing looks much larger somehow

8. What Problems or Issues have you had with your Plasma.
Nothing yet

9. Do you really think that todays Prices are worth it.
Considering I paid only a couple hundred more than I did for my 40" not 2 years ago, I would definitely say they're worth it. they keep coming down and that's a good thing

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
The quality is amazing, the screen is enormous, I would say just not to discriminate between LCD and plasma. I have both and am a fan of both, go with whatever you like, and the bigger the better in my mind!

I want to hear from you guys about your Plasmas. This is not a "Mine is Better than Yours" thread. Be thoughtful and honest.

Just got a new display? Post it here ONLY: please do not start a new thread

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42" 720P Costco model. Same as TH42PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Pictured looked good enough for my eyes, recommended by those I trust, reasonable price, good reputation for reliability.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Being able to watch TV again. I have a front projector and have watched almost no tv for several years.


4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
PQ is not all that impressive. I watched Relentless Enemies on HD-DVD on my front PJ and Plasma and the PJ kills the Plasma. Both are 720P but the PJ image is 106" and the Sanyo Z4 is not exactly state of the art. The PJ is sharper with better color but maybe the set needs to break in a little bit?


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Maybe bigger and 1080P but I can't really afford that so featurewise I think I am okay.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
A good unit at a good price so not much to complain about.


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
PQ was worse than a three year old front PJ.


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes. Prices are high but we aren't talking about a 27" SD picture tube. You get a much larger screen, HD image, small footprint and so on.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I am a bit underwhelmed but I am sure I'll get over it. I definitely won't add a Blu-Ray player to this set. That will go to my front PJ.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic Viera TH50PZ77U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The great reviews it got here on AVSForum, great clearance price, and no need to the latest/greatest

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
That it's a big, bright picture in the daytime in a bright room, with good anti-glare on the screen

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Only been watching it for a few days now, so nothing particular

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
VGA/component port to make use of a long custom cable already in hand

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Nothing yet

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The quality of the StandDef picture

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, mine was a floor model on clearance (last year's model) and it was half the original retail price

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
A 50" plasma screen is not too big, especially when you're used to a 27" CRT, but even when you're used to an 80" front projection screen at the same time

Hey all... new to the forums here and plasma tv's.
Just bought a new system this is what i chose.

Pioneer Kuro 50" PDP-5020FD
Bose Cinamate 2.1 digital ht
Sony Blu-ray BDP-S350
Ulta High speed HDMI Cables

I would of liked a 7.1 audio system but didnt want to have all those speakers.

will add....

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro 50" PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The great reviews it got from a co-worker and online reviews, and the price I got it for.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Brilliant Colors, Bright picture with good anti-glare on the screen, Dark Blacks, Crisp Text

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
worrying about burn-ins, most every tv stations have logos.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless Network Card

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Smaller Panel Frame

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It wouldn't turn on! - Power button hidden under/bottom of panel frame

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not worth $4k. It's worth what I paid for... a little over $2k

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Wireless nic card in TV, Factory Calibration

Some snap shots:

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e66/fluidnyc01/DSC02533.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e66/fluidnyc01/DSC02503.jpg?t=1228712772

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e66/fluidnyc01/DSC02513.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e66/fluidnyc01/DSC02525.jpg

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e66/fluidnyc01/DSC02520.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.PRO151fd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".Best picture I have witnessed ever

3. What you like best about your Plasma.Picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.Slight panel hum

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.wireless modem

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.Develope a more scratch free finish for the tv and base

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.Picture was soo good right out of the box

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.None yet

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.I paid exactly what I thought the tv was worth, actually a few hundred less. Of course I did manage a respectable deal.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.If I were an impulse buyer, I would have bought an XBR4....If I had been a well researched and patient buyer, I would have bought an XBR8, or an A950 Samsung (as they look fantastic in store).....If I had been a well researched and patient, AND enthusiastic enough to view all front running tvs in a normal home environment setting (not under flourescent heat lamps) I would have bought a Pioneer Kuro Elite. I consider myself very lucky to have had the chips fall the way they did....many factors could have prevented me from finding out just how awsome a tv this 151 really is. perfection.

Its that simple.:D (this grin makes me sick too)

1. The "Model" you have: Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

EDIT: Here's a little eye candy:

http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr284/Retaliation908/DSC00108-1.jpg

Kuro candy, camera seems a bit darker, the colour of the bookself is lost in black, or you lightened the picture too much. Detail is nice though.

http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/53106/pro151fd.jpg

1. "Model" Pioneer PDP-5080HD (floor model)
2. What convinced you to buy? an affordable Pioneer is hard to pass up.
3. Like best? Everything and it's a 50 inch bedroom tv :)
4. Don't likes? waiting for Pioneer to ship the remote control so i can take the set out of torch mode.
5. Feature wished for? none
6. Advice for Pioneer? none
7. Surprises? WOW
8. Problems? none
9. Worth the price? YES
10. Additional info: I bought a Samsung LN46A650 online, but refused delivery due to a badly damaged box. So while waiting for my refund I go to Best Buy and see the Pioneer with a $500 price drop!!!

Kuro candy, camera seems a bit darker, the colour of the bookself is lost in black, or you lightened the picture too much. Detail is nice though.

Yeah, I think there's just a variation in our cameras. I didn't edit that pic at all. The colors on your pic look very rich and natural, but a tad dark. I'd love to see your Kuro next to my PZ85 in person. :)

1. "Model" Pioneer Kuro 111
2. What convinced you to buy? Good reviews, 30% discount.
3. Like best? Natural picture, good black levels. Good for movies in a dark room.
4. Don't likes? Sometimes I see phosphor trails. Also on other plasmas. I previously owned a LCD. Remote could be better.
5. Feature wished for? none
6. Advice for Pioneer? none
7. Surprises? Picture looks great. This set does not shine in showroom unless you take time to watch it and then switch to viewing another set. LCDs just look better at first and plasmas look flat. This set really shines in a home enviromment in a dark room. I watched LCD for several months and then went to Kuro. Too bad these plasmas can't be properly displayed. I noticed that they look dull in Costco during the daytime (in front of the door) but in the evening they look great.
8. Problems? none
9. Worth the price? Yes, if you get discount. Still better priced than equivalent Sony and Samsung Led backlit LCDs.
10. Additional info: No humming or glare issues.

1. "Model" Pioneer 6020 , "my first plasma ."
2. What convinced you to buy? The threads and advice on this and other forums . Honestly I never saw this particular set before buying , I used the new 60" Elite at the local BB as a measuring stick . Also , I was ready to upgrade from my 4 1/2 year old Samsung 50" DLP and felt at 43 years old I was mature enough to own a Plasma set .
3. Like best? Beautifull picture , looks great from all angles and up close . Slim design and great connectivity .
4. Don't likes? That the screen is not flush with the center speaker that it sits on like my old DLP .
5. Feature wished for? I wish it had a digital coax out as well as the toslink which would give the set a more secure digital out connection . " This won't matter once I upgrade from my 20th century Sony TA9000Es processor to an up to date one with HDMI capability ."
6. Advice for Pioneer? The bezel needs to be less reflective .
7. Surprises? It did not blow me away at first but continues to look better everyday .
8. Problems? none
9. Worth the price? Well , it cost less than $300. more than my old DLP did 4 1/2 years ago so I would say yes .
10. Additional info: Can cause serious blu-ray addiction . I have purchased 20 in the 2 1/2 weeks I have owned the tv . Mind you , I still need to pay for the darn thing .

1. The "Model" you have:

Panasonic Viera TH50PZ80U 50" Plasma. This is my first Plasma.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model":

After doing a lot of research, talking to friends, side by side comparisons, and just being blown away by the PQ. Also, I found a Black Friday deal that saved over $300.00 off of everyone else's price.

3. What do you like best about your Plasma:

Incredible PQ. Panasonic's long history of quality products. Attractive design. Non-glare screen, even with high room light levels.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma:

No Closed Caption feature for mute only.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had:

Closed Caption that comes on with mute only.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the Manufacturer about your Plasma:

Each one of these sets should come with every kind of plug and jack available. For something that costs so much to begin with, it's really petty to only put certain or more jacks on more expensive sets.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma:

How easy it was to get out of box and set up. And the picture was so good right out of the box.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma:

None yet

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it:

Prices continue to drop and that's one reason why I bought now, since the old CRT was dying. But they still seem to be high. Considering they are telling us that the sets they are selling today may outlive the owners, that would mean this is not an often repeat sale item, and that the manufacturers have to make their money when they can on each set. That is understandable.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged:

Only that the Panasonic 50" 80U is just an incredible Plasma TV for the price!

Rob
sounddude

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic Viera TH50PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The great reviews from here and other places. Seeing it in person next to comparable Samsung. That and my 10yr old Panasonic CRT has served me well so a little brand loyalty.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It's huge. well compared to my 32" Beautiful picture even with the settings dialed down for break in. Plenty of inputs.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Nothing yet but I'm sure I'll find something minor at some point.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

DVI instead of VGA and maybe an optical input

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Step up the color reproduction Panasonic. You got the blacks figured out in this level of set.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

The quality of the StandDef picture

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

Just one little dead pixel I noticed while cleaning the screen.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Absolutely, got a great deal online.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

50" screens if you have the room to sit back from it sure is an adjustment from even a 32" but it's so worth it. Our couch is about 8 - 9ft back from the tv.

1. The "Model" you have.
THC46FD18

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Rediculous sale at Costco. instore demo was better than the more expensive lcd's next to it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture looks fantastic with default settings right out of the box. Perfect 24p playback.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Break-in...constant fear of IR and BurnIn. (not sure how valid these concerns are with the advancements of today's plasmas compared to a few years ago)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A 100% anti-IR proof screen.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Tell me the truth about whether breakin is needed or not.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture can be made to be bright or brighter than a lcd. NO DIMNESS

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A 46inch Panny for under 1k? Absolutely

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Dont be so quick to pass over a Plasma. The prices are right and the pq is outstanding. Dont fall for the lcd hype.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great deal on it, solid reviews, right in my price range for a secondary TV. Came with a free Xbox 360!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It is replacing a *gasp* ancient 32" Zenith tube tv in my bedroom I've been meaning to get rid of for years :)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
nothing I don't like so far.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
cook and clean for me? But I'd rather not have to worry about IR.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
nothing that I can think of.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
how big the damn thing was in my room. Plus I like picking up some free movie channels with the tuner. Asian lesbian porn? Thanks, Samsung! (that actually showed up on one of the movie channels this morning :D)

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far *crosses fingers*

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
they're down a lot in prices so I'd say yeah at the moment. I think there's always room to move down a bit though.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
nothing much, here's a shot of the bedroom. Used my spare wheels off of one of my cars for a makeshift table :)

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/4014/tv03fd0.jpg

1. The "Model" you have.
I have a LG42PG6000

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I had a possiblity to play with a Samsung 42PS450 and a LG42PG6000 next to eachother and recieved full control from the store and recieved both remotes. I connected on both screens a PS3 with the same movie and my conclusion was that the PS450 had a bit of a grey coating over the image and the PG42PG6000 showed much better colors.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality, the design, the menu system, LG knows how to sell a screen to their customers it seems :). It might not have the best blacks but i am very pleased with how great the picture quality is.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It does not really want to work well with my PC, it has some problems with it, it shifts the image to the right which takes some time to find the right settings to have a full screen picture on my screen. LG could have been more clear about that in the manual.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
It has all i need actually :), maybe a better manual :).

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Improve your manual.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That the image retention was so little, i read a lot of horror stories about it but i havent spotted it yet until now on my screen.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Just with my pc resolution, strangely it accepts the Full HD resolution from my Xbox but not from my PC which is a bit strange but since i am about to buy a Popcorn Hour i no longer need my pc anymore for some of my favorite movies.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely, for 635,- euros i think it is a real bargain.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Life's Good ;).
Cant wait for the burn in period to pass.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-58PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
After alot of research I was debating between the Pioneer 6020 and this model - then
the price of the 800U dropped to about more than 1000 less..Given that, good reviews and the following link - I decided to buy this model:

http://www.tweaktv.com/forum/general-questions-and-comments/kuro-vs-panny-pro/view.html


3. What you like best about your Plasma
great picture for the price
also like THX with the TweakTV calibration suggestions

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I just hope I am not missing too much by not have the black levels even the 6020 is capable of

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I wish it had an ethernet connection for updates and ability to stream movies from NAS drive (sort of what the pioneer has) - since it doesn't I will get something like the popcorn hour A110 or TVIX M6500a.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
add item #5 above

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Knew it was big - liked the elegant look - much nicer than my old Toshiba TW56x81

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For this model yes - my old HD RPTV cost me $4100 in 1999 - this one which has a far better picture cost $2650 delivered

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I am nearly at 100 hours of running the breakin DVD - when I stop to watch hi def DVDs (blu ray and HD DVD) the picture seems to be getting better or more mature - maybe I am imagining things but it is nice non the less

Also bought this with a VISA card that adds a year to the warranty!

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH50PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Was originally looking for a 42-inch TV and was looking at the Samsung and LG plasmas in this size range. Was disappointed by the PQ on both of them, then saw the 42" Panny. In the end the 50" was only $200 more so it was a no brainer to go for the bigger set.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

How HUGE it is! How great video games are on it!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Supplied stand is a little goofy looking...

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Built-in network media player (like one of the NMT players)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Figure out a built-in test pattern for setting brightness/contrast/etc - helps you make sure the set is showing the best picture possible.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Just how big 50" really is. How little heat this set puts out...

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Right now, yes! I was surprised how much TV I ended up getting for my money.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I've been surprised how many people tried to talk me out of plasma. This is my first Plasma (it's replacing a Trinitron CRT) but I do have one other LCD and I've never been as happy with it as a CRT. The plasma blows both out of the watter!

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-46PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Reviews.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Black level, SD scaling.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Typical image controls.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Better image controls. Better aspect controls.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Add more image controls to the user setup.
Add an info page with on time.
If "break-in" is really required provide a "break-in" mode not just the white scrubber bar.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes.

Joined AVSforum today; although I've been viewing it for almost 2 months now. Anyway, here's my input:

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic Viera TH-42PX80U purchased in early December 2008.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

The reviews, discussion, and related links that I found here at AVSforum.com. Also, I did see this particular model in the store (purchased at Best Buy) and liked what I saw, picture-wise.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Hard to say what I like "best", as this is our first large-screen TV (we do have a 19 inch flat screen LCD in our bedroom and a 19 inch LCD widescreen computer monitor). Perhaps what I like best is the picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

I have yet to find what I don't "like" about it. I'm sure there will be something - there always is.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Well, since our last "big" TV was a 25 inch Zenith over 12 years old, I first have to figure out all of the "features" of this one before I can answer this one.:)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Being an engineer and having written operations and maintenance manuals for new equipment for other people, I like lots of details in instruction manuals on what each feature does, why it does it, and how all the features inter-relate to each other. While impractical for the usual consumer operating manual, I would like that type of information on the manufacturer's web page for downloading or viewing on-line.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes. As others have said in various threads, electronic prices typically drop lower over time, so if one waits for the "lowest" price or "best" price, one would most likely never buy any advanced electronic product.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 50" PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Panasonic has a great name and offers a great value and there is a local Panasonic Authorized Repair facility in my area. Also the information garnered from AVSforum and the fine folks here helped a lot too.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Size and Picture Quality, coming from a 32" Tube this is a new world for me!!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Learning curve and missing the one connection fits all scenarios. Before, I had one connection from reciever to TV (video pass through) and now I have 4 connections to Plasma (3 HDMI's and 1 Component) and right now I have to use 4 Remotes to do anything until I get a URC. :D

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
4th HDMI and a "Read my mind" capabilities.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Work on that "Read my mind" functionality. So far the VieraLink works for the Blu-ray which is also Panasonic so when I stick in a movie it auto switches, but for the Oppo and Xbox it doesn't.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
ITS HUGE!!! :eek:

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
As of the moment, no problems or issues with the set. Need a URC, that is all.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I picked up the set and blu-ray from Vanns at a great deal and that was over a month ago and today the price still can't be beat, so far I feel I got a great deal on the set.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
There is a huge amount of information on this set as well as others in the line up Panasonic offers. This set ranks pretty decently in many online reviews both here and other places on the internet. Many people have varying opinions on options vs. price, but if bottom line you want to watch tv with a dang good picture you will not go wrong with this set or any others in this line up.

1. The "Model" you have.

The lowly little Vizio 322 32" Plasma.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Honestly the price. I was looking for a TV for the kids room.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The performance I have gotten for the price I paid. Great bang for the buck.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

The remote is cheap, the lack of stretch viewing modes.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

This TV for the price has all of the feature sets I could ask for.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Charge us 10 bucks more and give us a nicer remote. Give us more options with stretch modes.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Just actually how nice this TV is for the price. Sub-par price above par performance.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None, zero, zilch. Looking good so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I always want cheaper but I think the prices are coming in line with what they should be vs. what they were just a few years ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Don't discount this little TV just because of the price or the manufacturer. This is my second plasma and second flat screen and I would not hesitate to buy another one for the bedroom or my ongoing basement remodel when the time comes.

Picture of my Vizio setup.

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb215/RTROSE_album/DSC02910.jpg

Regards,

RTROSE

I just bought the same Vizio 322 for the bedroom and wanted to know what speakers you have hooked up to it? I love everything about the tv but the remote and the speakers.

I just bought the same Vizio 322 for the bedroom and wanted to know what speakers you have hooked up to it? I love everything about the tv but the remote and the speakers.

Yup,

Would have to agree with you that the TV's speakers leave a lot to be desired, especially if you are using this as a main TV. To answer your question the speakers I'm using are from a 2.1 computer setup that we were no longer using. They were from Logitec.

Regards,

RTROSE

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 50PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I was actually looking to buy a plasma from the CC store closing. But the floor model price was higher than the price Sears was offering for a new one. After all $899 is not a price you get many days.
3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Beautiful picture. Even the SD picture look so good. And it's still in breakin period.
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Constant worry about burn-in and IR. I have given strict instruction at home not to watch any channel that has scrolling text at the bottom. So no news channel!
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless!
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Include some cables at least!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How big it looked in my bed room. It replaced the 27" crt tv! My familyroom 42" RPTV looks small. That's what my 5 yr old noticed!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None yet!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

I htink today's price run above 1000$. The price I paid is pretty good.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This is an excellent tv, if you get a good price on it. Panasonic is reliable. I have a panasonic vcr still in working condition for me. And a dvd player that is almost 7 years old! I wish panasonic made their blu-ray players little cheaper! But nevertheless, this is a highly recommended buy!

1. The "Model" you have. Samsung PN50a450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Great price with free delivery on Amazon. Was looking at 50px80u, but wife pointed out swivel base on Samsung, plus better contrast ratio, inputs on side vs. front.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Pic looked great out of the box, no tweaking necessary, although I did bring down the brightness and contrast. Glare scared me at first, but the swivel base allows me to rotate the screen slightly to remedy that. No evidence of any TIR--been using the break-in DVD.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. I wish the remote had separate buttons for each input (like my 26" Dynex LCD). Don't like scrolling through the inputs, as I will most often be toggling between two Directivos (HD models, when the come out), and don't want to have to go around the block to get back to HDMI1. Sound is mediocre. Can only use one of the component inputs if you are using a AV input-it's an either/or on one of the two Comonent/av inputs, not two of each. It's only a temporary problem until I get my HD Directivos, though.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Buttons mentioned above.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. See above. Matte bezel would help with the glare, as well.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Pic looked great immediately. Barely warm after several hours of viewing. Having it about a foot above recommended height works much better for us than the recommended height.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. Not one.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. This tv was about $350 less than the 32" CRT my old roommate bought about 18-20 years ago. That would most certainly be a "yes".

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I was concerned that a 50" might be too big for my normal viewing position (6-7' away). It wasn't. Picture is crisp from that distance. And I was pleasantly surprised at how good SD from my Directivo looked. Very nice.

One small negative--the touch sensitive buttons make it impossible to "feel" your way around the buttons. You have to hit them perfectly, which is impossible in a dark or bright (glare hides the markings) room.

Also, on a Directivo remote, you can't hold down the volume buttons--you have to hit it once for each drop. That's a bigger negative, b/c that's the remote that we will using most often.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro Elite, 151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, forum members

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is unbelievable

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Break in procedures

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless HDMI, usb port to access isf calibrations

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Included a break in disc with recommended settings

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
None

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I played the same amount for a Sony LCD 5 years ago, and this is a vastly superior set. Would be nice if it was a little cheaper but isn't everything.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panny 50PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews and great Black Friday price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is amazing and color very natural

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Wish the various picture modes were all usable. It seems only Cinema mode has the right quality gamma settings.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wish the set would permit Dolby 5.1 audio to pass thru both HDMI and the optical output. It doesn't.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See 4 and 5 above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Amazing picture quality out of the box and it also improved during the break-in period.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
After 3 weeks and about 150 hours, the set went dead with 10 blinking lights. It was fixed with at-home service with a new power supply board.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Just over $1100 for a 50 in. plasma? You bet!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm a bit nervous about the set failing after only 3 weeks and am tempted to buy an extended warranty but Panasonic's concierge warranty service was top notch. Can't say enough about the picture quality. Colors are so accurate and skin tones are right-on. Bravo!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ850u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Had the Samsung 46a860. Did not like it once it was in my house. (Don't get fooled by the PQ in stores, especially when it will be placed in a very dark viewing area)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is amazing and color very natural

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Break-in period.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More VieraCast features, such as DLNA, NetFlix, Internet Radio

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See #5

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The immediate difference in PQ quality between my LCD and plasma

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None, but its only been day 2

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Without a doubt. The plasma was about $300 less than my LCD

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
When purchasing any TV, make sure they have a very good return policy because, even after reading numberous reviews online and looking at TV in stores, it may not look the same once you get it set up in your house/HT room.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020FD plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, studying threads here for the Panasonic and Pioneer plasmas, advice of my dealer, AudioLab, and knowing that I needed a better viewing angle than what LCD could give me.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The deep blacks and the rich colors give a true 3D effect to videos and to high def TV channels.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The limited tweaking functions within the user controls.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Being able to disable unused modes when flipping through them with the remote, and a "day/night" function to easily switch for bright light/dim light conditions.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Reintroduce the user controls from the previous model.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Daytime viewing, even in my very bright room (large windows facing West and three large skylights overhead) does not wash out the picture. I was concerned that I may need to cover the windows with some form of darkening blinds, but it hasn't been necessary. Glare is somewhat controlled on the panel, although the piano black bezel glows brightly from the glare of the windows behind my viewing position.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far...panel delivered Christmas Eve day.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, compared to just a couple of years ago, the pricing has become somewhat reasonable.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
For those on the fence about plasma after reading about them being a "dim room" panel, I've found that to be not the case, and do not sit in a darkened room to watch this set. Our family room is both viewing and reading, and the only time the room is more dim is when we will intently watch a video, and then it's still bright enough to be considered "lighted". Certainly not a movie theater environment, and the richness of the blacks and colors on this panel still brings a smile to my face.

My new TV arrived from CEVA delivery (Amazon purchase) on Saturday 1/10/09 and I haven't been able to pull myself away from it to write a review till today! It's that good :)

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, demo sessions, feature set, build quality, community support

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Never had hi-def before and this set gives a simply stunning picture, I might as well be looking out a window the people look so real.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The SD card reader (works) but won't read images put onto the card from a computer, only from an actual camera... odd.. oh and they must be named .jpg not .jpeg.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Picture in Picture I guess, but I've never had it before and don't really know when I would use it... but you asked! Oh, and perhaps a built-in set of calibration images and a bunch of test colors that could be run through as a break-in when the set isn't in use.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See SD Card reader issue above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I was worried about IR, dead/stuck pixels, phospher lag (green junk when playing video games) SURPRISE- NO ISSUES FOUND!! (Oh... and Blu-ray's aren't cheap)

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far ::knocks on wood::

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Heck yes, retailers are running low on stock, and it's post CES 2009 so the manufacturers probably are not actually building any more sets... I was able to get this at a great price, with free white glove delivery. The price then dropped $50.00 two days after my order shipped, BUT they also dropped free white glove delivery (a $200.00 option) so I really think I won out in the end.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I use a PS3 through HDMI for all video games and DVD's and have a new Motorola HD-DVR from Comcast (also HDMI @ 1080i) for TV viewing. This thing is freaking amazing for TV, movies, and games, I have yet to hook-up my computer, but with a VGA port it's nice to know any laptop or desktop can output to the set with ease.
Anyone wondering about weather or not to buy this now, or wait till 09 sets arrive, remember you'll pay almost 100% more for the new model year, but only receive (at best) a 15% improvement in the actual TV... worth it? You decide, but for me, saving a boat load on this now allowed me to buy the PS3 right away!

Hello...I just became a member.

1. Panasonic 50PZ80U.
2. Price, quality of picture and looks. I was dead set on Panasonic.
3. The picture is soooo pretty. Can watch planet earth every day.
4. Grainy picture really ticks you off and you get easily irritated.
5. Wish it had an adjustable stand
6. If possible to make an adjustable stand...my center speaker is heavy, cannot wall mount it. I cant put it in the middle cause it blocks the view. The remote sensor should also be on the side..my center speaker blocks that too. I am forced to wall mount my TV even though I like it sitting on my TV console. The manual should have little more details on picture/contrast/brightness control...the effects and consequences of extreme ends of these settings in the long run.
7. Right out of the box the picture was just astounding.
8. Nothing major yet..just cant decide on what picture setting I prefer.
9. Wish I had the scratch for a Pioneer Elite..its a piece of art...Instead of a 6'x4' turkish rug that would run you 5 Grand, why not hang the Kuro on your wall ...say I!

Its nice to participate and troubleshoot in this forum...thanks everybody.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Dynex 42" DX-PDP42-09

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

A really attractive sale price and good reviews from current owners.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It has a really nice picture for such a bargain box TV.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

It was difficult to find the correct code to program my Dish Network remote to operate the TV. Dynex is not listed in the manual. Code 720 works, if anyone find this post from doing a search in the future. :)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Maybe a 1080p display but wishful thinking at this price.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

None

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

That it could display 1080i (according to the "info" screen) when the specs say max resolution is 720p.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

For this TV, yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

This is a replacement set for a 26" LCD TV in a bedroom. My main TV in another room is a 52" LCD. I wasn't expecting the same eye-popping display as my Samsung LN52A850 but so far I am quite happy with it. My first venture into the world of plasma.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5080 and pioneer 5020 as of today.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The 5080

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Speaker is detachable, blacks, inputs, bezel, picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Remote control

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't think of any.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Can't think of any.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That I could tell the difference between a 9g pio and an 8g pio.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Having to break it in first. Not a problem or issue just have to do it.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
The price I got it for, oh yeah.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If it wasn't for AVS I would be watching a vizio or worse, sylvania.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5080 and pioneer 5020 as of today.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The 5080

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Speaker is detachable, blacks, inputs, bezel, picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Remote control

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't think of any.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Can't think of any.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That I could tell the difference between a 9g pio and an 8g pio.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Having to break it in first. Not a problem or issue just have to do it.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
The price I got it for, oh yeah.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If it wasn't for AVS I would be watching a vizio or worse, sylvania.


Congrats sharpyjunky.

What is it about the remote that you dont like?

Congrats sharpyjunky.

What is it about the remote that you dont like?

Thanks chad. LOL. Probably just used to my 5080 remote. This one seems like the buttons are smaller, closer together and there's more of them.

Thanks chad. LOL. Probably just used to my 5080 remote. This one seems like the buttons are smaller, closer together and there's more of them.

yea, I also liked the way the 5080 remote had the thing on the bottom that opened up and hid some of the buttons.

by the way, if you want a backlit remote, the remote for the 151/111 is backlit and it will work for the 5020/6020 also.

yea, I also liked the way the 5080 remote had the thing on the bottom that opened up and hid some of the buttons.

by the way, if you want a backlit remote, the remote for the 151/111 is backlit and it will work for the 5020/6020 also.

Oh nice. I saw some remote on ces that had a trigger like the Wiimote and a track pad for the thumb that worked like a laptop. That's what I want. Can't remember what it was though. Luckily I only use av selection, input and the power button.

Oh nice. I saw some remote on ces that had a trigger like the Wiimote and a track pad for the thumb that worked like a laptop. That's what I want. Can't remember what it was though. Luckily I only use av selection, input and the power button.

so do you find yourself missing all of the settings that the 5080 had?

I certainly did when I went from the 5080 to a 6020.

Man, it hurt!


but I still preferr the 5020/6020 to the 5080. Although the 5080 is a great TV!
The 5080 should have won more awards. Talk about a breakthru.
I still have yet to find any 1080p LCd that I would preferr over the 720p (768p to be exact) 5080.
THe XBR8 and 950 make it tough but I still would rather have the 5080 in the long run.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-C50FD18.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price, reviews, owning another Panasonic plasma

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Matte bezel, picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
vga port only support 1280x1024

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More connections
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
add more ports

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
No surprises.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
The price I got it for, oh yeah.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I don't think a break-in is necessary, just watch what you want.

First time posting, but I've been lurking for a while now.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ85U... used to have the TH-42pz80u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Temporarily owning a Sony 46z4100 made it an easy decision. PQ and reliability were my main reasons... and the ridiculously cheap price I paid.


3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Black levels and contrast, viewing angle and overall PQ, especially for the money.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Silly-looking speaker bar, weight, almost too simple (dated) menu/settings, etc.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
USB port, better universal remote, extra hdmi input, diff. location for panel controls

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
how much better the PQ was compared to the sony z4100

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
*Knocks on wood*

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Most definitely.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

:)

Hi .

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 50PG60UR (latin america version)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Picture quality, the design of one sheet and PIP.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Viewing angle and overall PQ, USB.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Menu, break period, don´t have mute when not have a signal

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Better universal remote, better design of PIP more button for that in the remote, connection to the web

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
see above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
how much better the PQ and live colors in relation with y previous tv

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
The IR of the TV

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Most definitely.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Check all the options of the TV and how will be in your home, what you will see in the TV (SD definiition, HD definition, play games)

1. The "Model" you have.
SAMSUNG PN42A400

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Previous owner of Samsung TV’s, features, price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality, extensive color controls (unexpected at this price) and the swivel base (a real plus in a large room)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Thought it would be Break-in period, no problem. Would have preferred matte finish screen.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Has all I wanted.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Mute not be displayed (although it moves)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The beautiful picture, extensive color controls (much more the my Panasonic HD TV) and the case finish.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None, after 4 weeks

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely, never thought I’d own a Plasma HD TV.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Great set, Great price ($699 + free delivery) and the case is spectacular.:)

1. The "Model" you have?
Pioneer 5020FD plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
I started looking at the Pioneer Plasma a few years ago. Seeing the 5020FD in **************** showroom convinced me it was superior.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
The blacks are exciting. I like the excellent image processing as well.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
The Home Media Gallery requires DNLA server. I wasn't going to do a burn-in but Robert at **************** said I really should. I really dislike doing the burn-in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had?
I wish it had Netflix streaming.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Improve Home Media Gallery speed and compatibility as well as add Netflix support.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
Assembled in America with US and imported part.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
Everything seems to work as advertised.

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it?
Oh, yes I do. I got it for a great price.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged?
My wife asked why there was always a faint blue square in the corner of the picture. I turned the lights on to show her it was the power light on the outside edge of the bezel. She said, "i guess it really does have deep blacks".

Also, this 5020fd is dead quiet. Not a buzz from the electronics.

1. The "Model" you have?
Pioneer Pro-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
The price difference between it and the 5020 decreased enough that I could convince myself I needed the extra features.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
The image is crystal clear and dynamic.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
Nothing yet - I've only had it a day. The break-in is a bit annoying though.

5. What "Feature(s)" do you wish your Plasma had?
I need to figure out what all it has first.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Make larger sizes more affordable.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
How much brighter it seemed than in the store.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
I thought I had a dead panel. Then i realized there is a "hard" power switch...

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it?
MSRPs - no. Sale prices - yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged?
The look of this television, even when off, really adds to the room.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH50PZ850

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
A fantastic combination of PQ, aesthetics, good sound, and technological features; but the price I negotiated and paid was what finally sealed the deal for me at the time.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Stunning PQ (moved up from an 8yr old Sharp 32" CRT :D). Timer feature is great, but see #5 below.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Can't think of anything right now

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Additional spots on the Timer List (has 5 total, more would be nice as I use this feature a lot)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Keep the designs fresh, and remember..Customer Service is what turns a first-time buyer into a repeat customer. *** Oh, and don't buy into that Samsung Touch-of-Color crap. I want a black tv, now, and forever more.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That it looks even better mounted on my wall than I thought it would

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes/now - prices are dropping. Too much just a couple of months ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I almost purchased a Sony W4100 LCD, but just didn't feel good about it, as I had just started doing some reading here on the forum about plasmas, and kept getting drawn back to a Panasonic PZ85 display at a local store - the PQ of that set was so completely different (better) than that LCD. After much research and miles logged to view many different sets, I came to the conclusion the hard-to-find-locally 850 was the one for me. I am completely happy with this purchase.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite Pro-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Wanted the second best TV

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The blue led light power on indicator

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wish it would brew coffee and make pancakes.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Option to turn off the blue led light power on indicator

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The box containing it

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh...nooooo

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
:eek:

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite Pro-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Wanted the second best TV

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The blue led light power on indicator

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wish it would brew coffee and make pancakes.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Option to turn off the blue led light power on indicator

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The box containing it

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh...nooooo

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
:eek:


Curiously, what's the first best tv?

^^^^
The larger 60" Elite!!!

^^^^
The larger 60" Elite!!!

Bingo! ;)

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH58PZ850

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, owners opinions, ridiculous amount of research, price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Fantastic PQ, and ability to tweak (important for a self professed 'gearhead', lol)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Shiny bezel, would prefer matte

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless connectivity (for Vierra Cast and firmware updates)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
As indicated previously, keep up the good work. In canada warrenty and service is excellent, though I know there have been some isolated issues in the US.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Going from a Sony 50" LCD RP, I was surprised at the dramatic difference in the size...didn't think I would notice it being such an obvious difference.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Zip

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
The ability to research and utilize the knowledge of the forum members is HUGE. I would not have purchased this TV if I hadn't gained the knowledge here that I have.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, Demo, Amazing Price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Viewing Angles and that HD POP

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Blacks are a little weak for plasma

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More calibration settings in the user menu, my 42LG30 had a huge selection of tweaks.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Bezel seems rather thick, compared to my previous LG plasma

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The size difference between it and my previous 42" LCD

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Zone

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Make sure you try out every set you even think you may like, don't settle b/c of price or size, get what you really want.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42PZ85U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I was originally looking at a Samsung 650 or Bravia V series LCD and hadn't really considered plasma. Then I came across the PZ series somehow and did some research and found it at a lower price and 2 inches bigger.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's aesthetically pleasing and the picture (even with everything hooked up component right now) is great. Blacks looks great and the viewing angle is superb.


4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far.


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Maybe a few more user controls, possibly an extra hdmi input. Minor quibbles.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Same thing mentioned above.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How beautiful it looks in my living room.


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet, but it's basically brand new.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Just buy one already, but do your research and compare and think about it. I started toying with the idea of a new TV 6 months ago and it took me this long to pull the trigger (and have enough money).

Panasonic TH-50PH11UK

I got it wall mounted.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
D-Nice's thread offering free "hardcore" tweaks and forum sponsor Roman's excellent deal. :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Natural image quality achieved with D-Nice's procedure using ControlCAL.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing, so far.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
At this price point, a more robust (touch screen) programmable remote would be nice for controlling other components.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Nothing, so far.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Speakers sound better than I thought they would.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A little high, but pursuit of the best is expensive.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
D-Nice's break-in procedure produces an outstanding result. But a week without your new baby is like marrying a Victoria's Secret model who winds up with a headache every night of the honeymoon. :D

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good reviews, good bang-for-the-buck

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great picture quality, sleek look

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Too small!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
About 19 additional diagonal inches :)
If there was one "wish item" it would be 72Hz or 96Hz 24p playback

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Firmware update to improve the 24p playback

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was so humongous!
Then... within a couple weeks... it was so tiny!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I think so. I got a lot of set for what I paid. It's a good time to buy.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This set is SWEET! You won't be disappointed with an 800U/850U

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ85U.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great reviews, within price range and outstanding picture quality

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture, perfect size for the room

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
first 100 hours

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More user controls

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
#5 and get rid of 4 color buttons on remote

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Confirmed that bigger is better

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Nada

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
eh

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Panny + Fios = :D

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good reviews, great video quality (Both HD and SD), and comparing to similar models in the store it just looked better. Plus, I got it for a great deal with some financing (yes the financing was a must, which kept me to buying it in a B&M)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The picture quality is really amazing. It is my second flat panel HDTV, and it really does make everything look better. I am amazed at how good this even makes awful SD signals look .

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I hate that I have to be concerned at all about burn in. I dread the day that my kids or my wife leave on some 4:3 show for too long and it leaves a permanent scar... (I hope a lot of people are right when they say that you have to leave something like that on for 24+ hours for it to occur)


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
The ability to customize my menu options so I could quickly get to what ever I use.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
get rid of the wheel on the remote... It is annoying, more then helpful.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Just how black everything looks. I find myself wondering how a TV like the Kuro could have anything darker, since everything look dark enough.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
So far so good... but I am still burning it in.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
They are pretty close. Getting a TV like this for sub 1500 isn't all that bad.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
These TVs are really great. If you can find it, it is really an amazing TV, with amazing picture quality and very good black levels.

Hey everyone! First time posting....

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42A450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
After comparing it to other models, it had the best picture...also it was free!


3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ, Looks, again FREE!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080p...but then again I dnt watch very many movies....

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Nothing

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much better it looked, than my previous plasma

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None....so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
Definitely.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.


Great TV for the price....Thanks BB!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-58PZ800U (58").

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
CNET review, AVS user opinions, in-store and in-home comparison.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Phenomenal black levels that rival the rear projection CRT it replaced. Stunning picture quality post-calibration.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I wish it was bigger! :D

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Color decoder adjustments.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Give users more control over picture quality adjustments in the user menu.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Depth and realism of the picture quality post-calibration.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, and they're getting lower and lower.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
The Panasonic 800U is an excellent choice for those that want a Pioneer Kuro but can't justify the extra cost. Although the black levels are not quite as good as the Kuro, the 800U comes close. Gorgeous picture quality.

daMaster, self calibration or professional IFS tech???

daMaster, self calibration or professional IFS tech???
Self, with an EyeOne DisplayLT and ColorHCFR. It's about the 10th TV I've done myself, 4th plasma. Results are very, very satisfying, so I can't justify paying an ISF calibrator :D

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP-5010FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
REALLY GOOD PRICE, on samsclub auctions.
read everywhere that pioneers are best picture quality

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Thin, light, AWESOME picture quality
? Let me edit more in later, hardly watched it.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
worrying about Image Retention, too much light in room

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
ummmm, i dont know

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Organize connections on back better, HDMI cable is pulling on its socket because of where it is

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
looks a lot bigger than i thought it would

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far, will edit if so

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
lil on the high side, but yea

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
if you think about picking it up in a car, remember your suppose to keep the TV upright, not laying flat. my mom measured it out and said it would fit in her car perfect in box, but then at place we had to take it out of box and pain in the ass because the guys said not to lay it flat

1. Samsung PN50A650

2. 4 HDMI Ports, Anti-Glare screen, Great picture, same price as the model below it for $1499. Also had some GREAT information from user RYAXIN that really helped me decide.:)

3. The QUALITY of the picture for me.... My wife likes the red trim. so we are both winners.

4. It doesn't take up the entire wall. But I guess if I wanted to spend mucho $$$$ then it could.

5. Composite Connections (Yellow, Red and White) for my old school devices. However that isn't a deal breaker at all.

6. It would be nice if the audio Output from the TV was at least 5.1 instead of stereo when viewing through the HDMI. It would be nice to use the TV as the main hub for the components and they just have the TV output it's audio to the receiver.

7. I was SHOCKED about the picture quality. I knew from the reviews it was going to be good, but I was just amazed at how good it really was. I also heard that the audio wasn't that good, so I wasn't expecting much

8. None yet and hopefully none in the future.

9. Yes. You can't expect good quality to come cheap.

10. I'm not sure if it is a feature for this model or not (I haven't dug deep into the setting yet) but it would be nice that when a DVD or HD show is displaying top and bottom black bars that you can stretch the image instead of zoom. I don't think that having back bars on top and bottom for an entire movie is good for the RIT or Burn-In.

1. Panasonic TH-46PZ80U

2. Several "pro" reviews and a lot of chatter here.

3. Good picture out of the box that will only get better once I calibrate it. Easy to use menus. Price!

4. Simplistic remote

5. More HDMI ports, better on board sound, more advanced features to play around with the picture

6. For the price point, there is nothing I can really complain about. If I wanted what I put for #5, I could have just spent a little more money. Well, except give me more picture adjustment options!

7. Despite my home measurements, the TV looked a little "small" at the B&M store, but it was next to the 50" and up models. Once home, my measurements were perfect. This fits perfectly in my apartment.

8. None, after roughly only 24 hours of ownership.

9. All of the relative prices are decent. The more you want, the more you pay. I wanted more than my old CRT, so I paid more than I would have for a new CRT. No complaints.

10. I've got nothing else. I am confident that I made a good choice for myself and am more than happy with the results so far.

Brand new Sammy A650 on the wall as I type.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020FD
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Research, and then seeing it at a store.
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The black levels are amazing, similar to tube TVs.
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
None so far. I want to enjoy it, rather than look for faults. Eventually there would be a few issues as no tv is perfect.
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I like to tweak settings, so more options would have been nice. But i can live with it.
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Can you make these things in 100"?
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Black levels are stunning.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Minor issue so far, the bezel is a fingerprint magnet.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes definitely. I paid more 5 years ago for a 40", 300lb tube XBR. Same pic quality, but now bigger screen size and sexier form factor too!
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged
If you're still on the fence about this set, I'll gladly push you over (towards the purchase of course)

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ800U (50").

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
CNET review, ISF calibrator recommendation

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Stunning picture quality, THX color certified

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Intermittent buzzing from rear; power supply circuit board? fan unit?

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Fix the intermittent buzzing

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How amazing the Super Bowl looked in 1080i.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I guess so, though close to $2k isn't chump change

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Gorgeous picture quality

Panasonic TH-42PZ80U. for Blu-Ray!

My second plasma (the other being a 50" 720p Panasonic)

I liked the Panasonic so much that I wanted to get something smaller (for space reasons) but familiar--and 1080p. I still use the 50" for DVDs.

Price paid: $899 at Newegg plus free shipping. It took awhile to get here (not from the usual warehouse--the supply for this model is more elusive now?). My 50" 720p plasma now goes for half the price I paid in 2007 ($1,400 back then--a bargain at the time)

I think this new 42" will do for now! :D

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-42PZ80U (50").

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Owner reviews here, pricing

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Deep blacks, panasonic reliability, 1080p resolution

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
fan is somewhat loud

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080p/24 processing

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
None so far

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It's superiority to LCD

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Certainly. Less than $1k for blacks and full HD is a bargain

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Always get the biggest size you can afford. I am already looking for something larger

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great price at Costco and the Kuro reputation.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great picture quality, love those black levels!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
With the speaker underneath, it sits higher than I expected.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

I'd like it if the stand were adjustable, I don't use the speaker, but it looks really stupid without it.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

No shiny black bezels please!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
looks a lot bigger than i thought it would

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Sure, it was a great price

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Just got it yesterday. :)

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ850U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good price, features, manufacturer, did I mention good price?

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality, good sound, swivel base.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Heavier for size compared to LCD.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Ability to add DTV channels on rescan without losing existing channels.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See #5

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It arrived in great shape; no damage.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, but look for deals like I did. 55% off MSRP (tax & shipping included)

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Don't wait and over analyze like I did. Got an LCD? You'll like plasma much better!

1. The "Model" you have.
TH-C50FD18

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
It was the same price as the 46in LCD I was considering. 1000 bucks for a 50 inch TV just seemed like a hell of a deal even if it was a display unit (figured someone bought it for a ball game and returned it)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Compared to my old Fisher 27" it's fecking huge, It also takes up a lot less living room space since it's mounted on the wall. so it doesn't stick out and I don't need the big assed Armiore we were using before.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Can't really think of anything offhand.


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Change the input/output orientation. I'm using a wall mount that had two possible mounting options either a low profile flat or a tilting mount. I ended up having to use the tilting mount so there would be room for my HDMI input and PC VGA cable could be plugged in without an excessively sharp bend. This however leaves the TV sitting a couple inchs further from the wall anoying my wife so we'll have to find something to sit beside it on the wall. If the inputs had been at an angle or facing down I could have used the more flush mount and not affended her aesthetic sincibilities.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That Wide screen DVD's didn't fill the "wide screen" I'm still playing with settings and format modes and this may be a bit due to the limitations of my cheap old sony dvd player (finances are tight so it will be a while before I have a blueray solution)

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
The only issue I had was that it because it was a display model it came home in torch mode with a periodic nag that came on the screen, But a few minutes with the manual yeilded instructions to put it back into "home" mode. Pretty minor nitpick all things considered.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I'd say so. Considering that something like this would have cost the same as a nice used car just a few years ago the value is amazing.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I really knew very little about the technology before buying this. I just wanted something bigger than I had before but the old TV refused to die. (My wife was starting to be conserned that I would do something to kill the damned thing so I could justify a new set) after doing some major remodling on my house my parents decided to give my family a new TV for Christmas and we'd walked into Costco thinking like a 42 to 46 lcd. But when we saw this unit marked down an extra 250 under their boxed price it just seemed to good a deal to pass up, with the extended warranty and return policy that Costco has it was a very low risk proposition.

While I know now that this might not be the best set available form a technical standpoint, It does seem that from a price/value standpoint that I lucked into a very good deal.

The picture is a very big improvement over what I came from even if it's not the best available. And considering I got it for about half the price of the Kuro set I'd say that in this case close is good enough.

The only really anoying thing is just how hard it's been to find some decent furniture to go with the wall mounting at a decent price. I have kids so I need something with doors I also need to find some sort of media shelf to put beside it to eliviate my wifes issue with it not being flush with the wall.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro 5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Professional/User Reviews and the name at an unbeatable price for what you get.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing blacks and how it handles high motion.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The damn skinny legs on the stand made me put the speakers on even though I don't use them!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Full picture adjustments.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
UNLOCK MY SETTINGS FOOLS!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The near complete disapearance of black bars on movies.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
It looks so good I find myself paying more attention to the picture and less to what the actors are saying.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
MORE than worth it for the price they are going for now.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This TV is like finding a Benz at Honda Civic prices.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 151FD 60" Elite

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". For the price difference between the normal 6050 non-Elite and Elite was too small. Research, and then wife seeing it at a store. Also, excellent price :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The black levels is scary :D I have not seen this type of darkness in LCD or plasma. The colors are realistic and deep.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The USB function will not allow you to watch another HDMI or channel while it scanning the drive. Takes a long time for USB to scan. Did not try the network function yet. Remote control is OLD design, needs a more ergonomic design.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I would like the remote to have more macros to change the settings.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
More ergonomic remote control, Less glossy side panels maybe with different colors, wiring's for the HDMI and speakers at the back should be better designed.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Black levels is scary, usb function will not allow normal TV function.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Bezel easily smudged.

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
I paid more 7 years ago for a 42", Panasonic Plasma. Better pic quality, bigger screen size and sexier form factor and less expensive. PS my Penny is still working great :)

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged

The TV is much easier on my eyes, not glaring bright. Color are very true and rich.

1) Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD
2) Excellent black level performance, great ISF calibration options
3) Contrast, deep blacks, shadow detail, overall natural/CRT-like picture
4) Audible buzzing during quiet scenes, dirty screen effect (might get a replacement)
5) None, has everything I want it to.
6) Better quality control regarding the dirty screen effect, eliminate buzzing
7) How gorgeous is looks just sitting in the room when it's off.
8) Buzzing, dirty screen effect.
9) Depends on the individual. For videophiles, I believe the price of a 111FD is worth it, if you understand what you're getting. For the average consumer, no.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro 5020

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Blows away the XBR line, decimates Sammy, and for the price gives Panny a good fight. And I work at BB so I stand around watching these sets play movies all day long, that always helps.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
BL, PQ, its a Kuro? what else do you need!!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Inherent lack of customization

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More component inputs

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
More component inputs, more picture customization tools.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was one thing to look at it in the store, in the house it was amazing.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
For me at any rate. :P

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get a job a BB, or any other place. If the price scares you then atleast you can staff purchase it. Hell, its worth its weight in gold. Solid set, ignore the haters of the Pioneer line. They are sooo worth every single penny.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro 5020.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great Price,Reviews from this site,good kuro reputation

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great Black levels and picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
That it didnt come with the speaker wires or screws,but pioneer said they will have it to me in 2 days.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing really im fine with it the way it is.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
No shiny black bezels its a dust magnet.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Picture quality and black levels.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Read question 4

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, and they're getting lower and lower.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is a great Television

1. The "Model" you have.
-Panasonic TH42PX80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
-Price, Black Level, Picture Quality

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
-The great picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
......

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Get more information out to the consumer, plasmas have had a bad rep it seems. Once you watch a plasma for a small amount of time you will find that they have by far the best picture.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The heat put off by the display.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet, None I hope

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
I got this one for 700$, Buy the biggest you can afford, or the biggest for your area, you won't be dissapointed.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I own a Hitachi rear projection tv, and a Optoma HD70 front projector (92" screen). My new plasma is by far the brightest, and the black levels are tremendous too bad it is for my bedroom.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite 111

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
5020 and 5080

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Don't know yet, still breaking in

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I wish it was bigger! :D

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
No such thing as burn in or IR.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't stop making them....oh well.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was heavier than the 5020 or so it seemed.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
It cost alot.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not just yet.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get em while they last.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ850U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Exchanged for a Hitachi 55" plasma that had contouring and black level issues. After
spending 2 hours at the dealer looking at various models, this was it!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality / black level / NO false contouring!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
There's nothing I don't like.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Motorized swivel stand that the Hitachi had.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Keep up the good work.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Didn't need a lot of tinkering to get a great picture.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
You get what you pay for.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I would recommend this TV to anybody that's as picky as I am about picture quality
and doesn't want to pay (or can't afford) Pioneer's high prices.

Katzman

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The price/value. Great quality product for half of what I paid for my 50" LCD in 2005.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great picture quality (colors and blacks look great) Blu-ray in 1080p rocks!
No motion blur is awesome as well.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing I dislike terribly. Just that I need to be more concerned with taking care of it. (break-in, monitoring the kids video games etc) Supposedly it will suck a bit more power than my LCD.....but maybe not.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing really, it's great...maybe KURO technology (O:

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Still tinkering and learning about this display. I'll add comments later maybe.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Just how blacker the blacks are and how lifelike the colors are. Much better than my LCD was.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far, will edit if so

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it
Well considering I paid half of what I paid for my 50" Sony in 2005, I think getting this was a steal. I really wanted a KURO plasma which would be my dream TV. But since they are going out of biz and this TV saved me 600+ dollars, I decide to wait for 3-4 more years before buying my "dream display" By then, who knows what tech will be hot.........

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Plasma is a great and much improved technology.......don't let all the salespeople and naysayers talk you out of a plasma. It is highly superior to LCD displays.:)

i want to hear from you guys about your plasmas. This is not a "mine is better than yours" thread. Be thoughtful and honest.

Just got a new display? Post it here only: Please do not start a new thread

tell me the following:

1. The "model" you have.

pioneer 60" elite pro-151fd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "model".

research in this forum and reviews on the net

3. What you like best about your plasma.

the most stunning picture quality i have ever seen in a display

4. What you don't like about your plasma.

so far no negatives. Pixel perfect and no sign of "buzz"

5. What "feature(s)" you wish your plasma had.

automatic popcorn popper

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "manufacture" about your plasma.

try to use this kuro technology to actually make some money.

7. What was your biggest "surprise" after you received your plasma.

the stunning 1080p picture ... Just breathtaking every time

8. What "problems or issues" have you had with your plasma.

none so far

9. Do you really think that todays "prices" are worth it.

what is the price of perfection these days?

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

for those on the fence... For whatever reason..... Get one while you can. I did not wish to purchase right now but i had no choice if i wanted to be guaranteed a set.

Tomorrows tech will eventually equal or surpass the kuro but it won't matter. The price on these pioneers will not be matched for some time.. At least 2-3 years).

Go into debt if you have to.. You will not regret it.

thanks.

Dave
wf

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN50A650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Color accuracy, price:performance, features.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It's the perfect size for my room and at my viewing distance 1080p is much improved.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

It runs hot.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Wireless internet connectivity, kuro blacks?

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Keep working on black levels.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How good it looks on the wall.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Absolutely, this TV was a steal.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Now is the time to bite, prices are rock bottom and the new models are about to be released.

See Below

I want to hear from you guys about your Plasmas. This is not a "Mine is Better than Yours" thread. Be thoughtful and honest.

Just got a new display? Post it here ONLY: please do not start a new thread

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.


Samsung PN63A650


2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Price for size/features/performance. Given my viewing distance (15'), I needed at least 60" if not more, and I wanted to pay no more than $3,500. This set gave me that.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture quality is eons better than my old 60" 4:3 tube projection set. Also, being a tabletop plasma, it allowed me to reconfigure my HT setup into a much more workable/better looking package.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Weight. Maybe power consumption.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Okay, this will seem silly, but a plain old composite video out. My prepro uses it's TV in input as a power trigger. Since the TV doesn't have one, I can't use this feature.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Work on the weight and power consumption (which they are).

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

None. It was exactly what I wanted and expected

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

So far, one, very, Very minor HDMI audio incompatibility (which might not even be the set)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, because they've come down. This set is the exact same price as the old tube projector it's replacing, and is much better.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Thanks.

Dave

I just got my new TV today. So set-up isn't done and obviously break in is just starting.

1.The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A650.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good reviews, AVS user opinions, range of adjustments available, price point.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Out of the box picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I wish the bezel wasn't so wide.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Happy so far.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Make it more wall mount friendly.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much better today's plasma TVs look than those just a few years old.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, and they have getting lower. I paid almost $3000 for a 42" NEC three years ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
IMHO plasma is the way to go. You know you want one, just do it.

1.The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50A510.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good reviews, PLASMA technology,1080p and the great price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Definitley the blakc levels and vivid colors compared to my DLP HDTV

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Worrying about IR

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
none

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
none

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
right out of the box the picture was stunning

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I got one helluva deal so hell yea they are worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If youre on the fence about going plasma, take the leap. Its more than worth it.

Hey everyone! First time posting....

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50X1 50" 600hz plasma

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Affordable, good rep among consumers, 600hz.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Awesome colors and black levels, compatible with 1080p signals despite its 720 native resolution.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
no adjustable mount.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080p native resolution. (didn't want to pay extra since my vision is bad enough that I wouldn't be able to tell the difference unless I wore my glasses, which I hardly ever do, lol)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about
Don't make 720p televisions anymore so cheap skates like me are forced to pay the extra cash for the 1080p model, lmao!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How great the dark levels and colors are. Looked amazing for a 720p tv. Made me a true beleiver of plasma tv's.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
YES

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
do the research and pick one that satisfies you the most. Don't buy into salesman hype

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Pro Reviews, AVS reviews, and seeing it in person.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing PQ

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
How finger prints on the bezel show like crazy.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless internet

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Continue to make more plasmas!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How nice it looked after they mounted it

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Just got it. So far none

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yea, glad I was finally able to afford a Elite

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Anyone who wants a Kuro get it now. Remember we can be dead 1 day from now or 50 years from now. Enjoy life any buy things that make you happy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic th-50pz80u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price, reviews, seeing it in the store

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Everything! Huge upgrade over my previous 1080i CRT TV.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
24p would have been nice, but that would've cost much more. It's a bit heavy too.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
24p; see above.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't let LCD take over. Plasmas look so much better to my eyes.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How beautiful the picture was right out of the box with no adjusting.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
It almost didn't fit in the vehicle I used to bring it home.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Definitely! This TV only was only about $200 more than my old 47" Rear Projection CRT was 3 years ago.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Plasma >>>> LCD

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-58PZ800U and TH-42PX600U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Had the TH-42PX600U plasma for +2years and love its ease of use and picture quality. Wanted something larger and the 58" was on sale for only $250 more compared to the 50" model.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
- Large screen/viewing area
- Excellent picture quality for SD and HDTV
- "WOW" factor
- Best bang for the buck value
- Very good sound quality from speakers when not using home theater

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
- No swivel stand
- Screen is a touch too reflective
- Finger prints are hard to remove
- No one touch feature on remote to change mode (THX to Custom)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
- Universal remote to include DVR feature (list, record, rewind, delete, etc..)
- Maybe an option for an off black instead of a glossy black finish
- see #4 above for others

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
- give us more choices like:
Colors/styles/finish
Attaching better speakers to side (bedroom too small for home theater system)
Swivel stands
IR/RF/Bluetooth universal remote for cabinet systems and PS/3
IR/RF/laser system, you can mount TV on wall with power only and use line of sight to x-mit the HD/SD signal (no component/HDMI cables).

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
-I thought my old 42" Panasonic has an excellent picture; the 58" Panasonic has a much improved picture quality.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None - with the new 58" and no issues with the +2 year old 42"

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it.
- TH58PZ800U $2089+$199 shipping 2/17/09
- TH42PZ600U $1280 w/ shipping 1/15/07
Then you still need to subscribe to cable/satellite service, purchase HD channels, Upconverted DVD player, Blue ray player, PS/3 or Xbox, Home theater system, universal remote, calibrate system, purchase/rent games and movies, etc..

I'm still trying to convince myself its worth spending the $$$.:eek:

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
-Just do it!:cool:

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P42X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Performance, features and quality in the low price range I wanted.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The colors

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Hard to say at this point, no glaring issues.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More picture setting memory slots, side-by-side picture adjustment.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See 5.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Quick setup and ease of use.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Slight green push that may go away with calibration. Input labels do not seem to retain lower-case letters.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely worth it, the TV outperforms its price IMO.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is my first plasma. I have an HD-capable projector as my main movie viewing display, so the plasma is mostly for my wife's television viewing, and some Wii play. I have young children so I have concerns about them pausing the DVR and causing burn-in, so I have to hide the remotes when I leave the room!

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 60PG60

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

I narrowed choice down to Samsung 58PN650, Panasonic TH-58PZ850U, and LG 60PG60. Pioneer 6020 and 151 were simply over the price range I was willing to pay. After many hours looking at 3 selected models LG came up on top. It has as amazing HD picture as the other two, better SD picture, arguably better design, and I got it at price point that equalled 50" counterparts from Samsung and Panasonic.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It comes with both THX certification and full calibration controls that are available in user menu (including 10 point IRE).
Awesome design with one seamless sheet of glass.
Generates almost no heat. After 5-6 hours of running you can barely feel any heat on top of it. And it has no fans - so it's completely silent.
Last, but not least, fantastic HD picture. Rich and precise colors with deep (enough) blacks and contrast.


4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Who on earth came up with this remote control? It's should have buttons for direct access to more advanced functions.


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Faster locking on signal when switching inputs.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

For $20 more include better remote.


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How cold are screen and top of TV even after long runs. Large power consumption usually generates lot of heat. If this TV really sucks power as other people suggest where's that heat going?


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None, but as I mentioned, I'd like faster locking on signal when switching inputs.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

For what I paid, absolutely. It was 42% under MSRP.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

LG is often dismissed when choosing plasma TV. "Experts" are pushing Pio and Panasonics, often brushing off any questions about LG, or doubts about Pio and Panasonic. Comparing it with cars it's like putting down BMW 335 and saying that M3 is the only one worth having. Moot point now when Pio is out of TV business and 60PG60 is pretty much sold out everywhere.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
Couldn't obtain the non-Elite from the A/V store that I had visited countless of times, and the Elite was priced right.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The incredible picture quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
I don't care how often I dust the bezel, it will still have dust on it!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had?
Wireless internet

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Keep on making these plasmas, Pioneer. It's truly sad you won't be improving your already ground-breaking Kuro technology. :(

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
It looks even better in my house than in the store.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
I've had it for about four days now, and I really don't have anything bad to say about it.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
Considering the PQ, and the price this TV was a 1/2 a year ago? H*ll yes!!!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Like they say about money, you can't take it with you! This TV truly is a must have if you want the best of the best. Outstanding!!!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-50PZ80U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews here and other websites, price, Panasonic reputation

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality, sound quality, price

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It's a dust magnet

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Illuminated remote control

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Illuminate the remote, provide more detailed, in-depth instructions

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The quality of SD channels - quite good

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
On day 3 a vertical top-to-bottom yellow/green bar about 3" wide appeared about 12" from the left of the screen. Dealer came to the house and took the TV for repair. Panasonic is sending a new one and I have a loaner until it arrives.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I originally purchased a LG50PG30 because the price was right. The LG was nice but my wife's friend offered me a great deal on the Panasonic. I returned the LG and bought the Panasonic. It cost more than the LG but was definitely worth it. It's a much better TV.

Cheers!
Kevin

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, seeing it in store, price drop

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Lack of controls, only preset modes.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
see above.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Moot.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How good SD looked on a large screen.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Calibration is cumbersome.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
oh yeah.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get one.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite PRO-151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
positive comments from AVS forum members, reviews in magazine and Internet, comparison with many other sets in local electronics stores, sleek and minimalist design,

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
* fabulous picture quality with rich and vivid color, and very deep black with exceptional contrast
* endless adjustment options to fine tune picture quality to your liking
* sleek and stylish design
* bright screen with good control of glare/reflection

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
* many "advance" features can only be accessed through nested OSD menu
* some picture setting like ISF Day/Night can only be unlocked by calibrator or special software
* owner manual is not clear in the effect of many picture adjustment options

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
* build-in memory card reader to display pictures stored in a memory card
* wireless 802.11 g/n connection
* web browser & support of wireless keyboard for web browsing

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
* Pioneer should not exit the plasma television business but rather should leverage their technology on high end market

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How well Home Medial Gallery work in playback of media content stored in remote servers.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
The need to spend a lot of time experimenting various picture adjustment options since the owner manual is vague in description in many cases.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely given the PRO-151FD is probably the best 60 plasma tv in the market.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If you demand the best picture quality, don't wait any longe.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Elite PRO-151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

Reves on AVS Forum, professional reviews but mostly the
fabulous picture when finally viewed in a local
"high-end" store.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Great picture right out of the box, even with my old
DirectTV Tivo running 480i through an S-video
connection.
Of course, the picture from a Blu-Ray played back on
my Pioneer BDP-51FD is just spectacular.


4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

The Pioneer remotes although constructed well are not
well-designed from an ergonomic point of view. Too many
buttons that all feel the same.


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

Better remote control, better written manual.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about
your Plasma.

I agree with others who say Pioneer should stay in the "Elite" plasma business.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

How great the PQ was without any fussing with the video setup menu items.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far.


9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Absolutely, if one wants the best overall picture quality and
best in class setup capabilities.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

If you can, go buy an Pioneer Elite while they're still available.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH-46PZ800U which arrived a week ago

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
50" was a little too big and this was the best 46" available at a low price with good sound.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Excellent picture quality with incredible black levels and bright display, great onboard sound, all at a very reasonable price.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing comes to mind.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
More picture quality adjustments in the user menu.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It was brighter than I thought which is good since the family room has two walls of glass that let in a lot of light in the afternoon.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None, so far, so good.

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it.
Well a close to top-of-the line TH-46PZ800U for $1,399 shipped is a pretty good deal IMO. Plus I picked up a refurb Panasonic DMP-BD35K 1080P Blu-ray for $235 shipped and a refurb Panasonic SCPTX7 Juke Box Home Theater setup with 80GB Hard Drive for only $195 shipped. I can load 39,000 songs on the SCPTX7 which has a decent FM radio and a good 3.1 speaker setup that fits in the TV Stand my wife picked out at the local Worst Buy store. I love these prices and both refurbs arrived in as new condition, warranteed by Panasonic, and work great.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I initially was looking at a Pioneer 5020 Kuro but it looked pretty dim when I saw it and ended up being a little two wide for where it had to fit. If the Pannys black levels are not as good as the Kuros, I can’t really tell. So for me, the black levels are incredible and the picture quality excellent. Setup was very easy and I may not even go into the SM for any additional tweaks.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 50pz85u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The image quality - Amazing picture that gets "Wows" from whoever looks at it in my house.
Saw the tv in person at BB but ordered online from another company.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
finger prints on the bezel .

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Still thinking on this

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Get the word out to mass consumers that the new plasmas are not as prone to burn in/IR as the old ones. Average person on the street looking at tvs still does not realize this and will pass on plasmas. I almost did. And No 100 Hr break in period - I'm surprised that it's not done in the factory.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How easy it was to set up and the tv speakers are actually great.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Just arrived two days ago - no problems

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is my first Plasma and my first non Toshiba TV. Replaces my 50" Toshiba HD Rear Projection tv. Blurays look stunning on the 85U as does HD content. I even like the way my dvds and standard broadcasts look. Looking forward to game on it with my 360. I'm sold on Plasma now.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TH58PZ800U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Two reasons, one the great last days price I got on the set from Ccity, and two that after a lot of reading and reviews, it was clear to see this was a very nice set.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Nice Picture even without an ISF calibration..
Also of note, it's not a home theater, but for just the TV's speakers, it really sounds quite nice.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
That I about killed my back setting it up.. :P Also I am kind of surprised at just how much power the set draws. I have my PC and TV on a 1400VA UPS, and unlike with my old CRT based TV, this new one really pushes my UPS to the max.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Would be nice if it had an Internet connection, like the Pioneers so I could change settings with a laptop, or maybe be able to run pics from my network drive vs having to copy it on to an SDHC card.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Not sure..

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That as much as I read about this set not being super bright, how bright this sucker really is in my bedroom. I am very pleased with the brightness level. Also as mentioned above, the speakers really work well, better than expected for TV speakers..

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Set seems fine, but my back is still recovering..

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Undecided, this stuff really seems more expensive then you might think it should be when you look at what's really inside, but they are better than they were a few years ago. Granted after seeing the prices on this set, I sure can't complain about getting it for $1850.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
None I can think of at the moment..

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro Elite Pro-151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Countless extremely positive reviews. How this model is the benchmark for today's Plasma's

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is superb.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
No Wireless Internet

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
For me it has everything


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Wish they would continue the Elite line.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How stunning the PQ was right out of the box.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Slight buzz, but no big deal.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Considering what your getting, yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Don't hesitate to purchase this model. It's awesome.

1. The "Model" you have.
2nd Panasonic plasma- TC-42X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Previous Panasonic plasma pleasure:) And having seen what 1080P LCDs in the same price range look like- they look like sh!t.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing PQ- yep. bang for the buck

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Dust showing on the bezel and stand

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing at the price point at bought at.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Continue to make more plasmas! +1

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much better the PQ is than more expensice LCD stes.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None on my 1 year old set and just got this one.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Defenitely. If you're in the market for a "budget" HDTV the new X1 Panasonics are the best there is at $1000 and under and better than any LCD under $2000.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Ignore any of the LCD crappola the sales person is shoveling your way regarding plasma "problems" or LCD advantages. Plasmas have less problems/issues than LCDs and LCDs have no real advantages whatsoever.

Gene

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great reviews and a great price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
everything, especially picture quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
size, wish I bought the 60"

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Elite calibration adjustments

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Give us the calibration features of the Elite

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
My wife liked it

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None at all, not even any "buzzing"

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If your still "on the fence" about purchasing one of these, get off that
fence and "do it".

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

My jaw dropped when I saw it at my local tv store. Plus, the reviews were mostly positive.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

PQ is incredible.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

The bezel and panel are sensitive to fingerprints.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

None

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Don't quit the plasma business!!!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Did I mention out of the box eye popping PQ?

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

None so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

Yes, a year ago pricewise, the kuro was untouchable for me.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Get it while they're still available..

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN58A550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
2100 plus tax local price, swivel stand, looks,

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Natural colors

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
PINK HUES-made me return the set for a Panny 800u due next day as I type
Blacks are average


5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Easier to adjust out of the box, took me days to find a good setting, but found it on this forum.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Better Quality control, Samsung is not trustworthy as Panasonic.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How my eyes adjusts quickly to a 58, now wish I had a 65 Panasonic.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Pink Hues, not a stunning TV, above average though

9. Do you really think that today’s "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, they are.


10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

Buy a Samsung product with a easy return/exchange policy.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42B450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Compared it to the Panasonic X1... picture on the Samsung was less grainy and brighter. I also picked it over the S1 and the G10 for casual viewing in the bedroom, didn't see enough of a difference to pay $400-$600 more.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Coming from a Sony rear projection 50" 1080p e3000, I am amazed on how much nicer the picture looks. The colors are great and so are the blacks.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Wish the screen and the bezel were less reflective.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
sub-out + an option for a built in high quality soundbar.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Sell a soundbar that can just snap on to the bottom. Make it less reflective.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The quality of a $799 msrp plasma is impressive.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Reflects too much light, blinds closed but still reflects.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Great entry level plasma, really can't go wrong at this price level.

1. Model
Panasonic TH-58PZ850U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
IMO the best picture this side of the Pioneer Elite.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's not an LCD :-O. Seriously, PQ is stunning, especially for me, coming from a CRT HDTV (ouch).

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Speaker are horrible. And the fact that I'm now gonna have to upgrade my HT.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wish the Viera Cast had the ability to play media from my local network.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Upgrade the Viera Cast so I can browse stuff on my own local network. Not too much to complain about though.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Thought I'd been watching HDTV, until I hooked the BluRay player to it and I was stunned at the PQ.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far. Knock on wood.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes, otherwise I would not have purchased it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Until the OLED TVs are commonly available, plasma is the way to go; power bill notwithstanding :-)

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TH-58PZ800U as of Friday, April 3rd, 2009.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".

I had my eye on the TH-50PZ80 for the last year but then my current Toshiba 57" rear projection was damaged during a recent move and insurance bought me a new one. :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The amazing picture! I had Bell Expressvu HD installed at the same time and WOW! Hockey never looked so good!

(side note: Since Friday I've become somewhat of a HD snob... I only watch the HD channels and don't even check out the regular channels)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.

Knowing that the picture can be so much better with further education and tweaking in the Service Menu...

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.

I'm pretty satisfied with the features that came with it. I can't think of anything else I would need.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.

Maybe the remote could be improved? Nothing like a Harmony...

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

Watching the first hockey game in HD... currently watching Nascar... just amazing! Also, the sound produced from the seemingly non existent speakers! Did some serious Rockband on Friday night and this thing really cranks it up!

The only "woah" type of surprise was the heat these things generate. I had read about it but yeah, it's warm.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.

It's been 2 days and so far this thing is nothing short of awesome!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.

The price was $140 over "cost" (in Canadian funds) which was only $100 more than the new Samsung 58B550 that the insurance was originally going to buy me... I think that was a great deal!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

I don't have my Xbox or Bell HD running through HDMI cables yet but I'm told that it'll make the picture even better. I'm looking forward to purchasing a Blue Ray player eventually and seeing what true 1080p looks like on this amazing piece of electronics.