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.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP-600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price and Performance

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slight buzz sound

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I have all the "Features" that I think I need

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't drop out of the game just yet - this TV won't last me forever

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
1st one: that it was cracked. 2nd one: that it wasn't cracked.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Aside from the first shipment being cracked - none

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

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I waited and waited for the right deal. There are a ton of resellers offering the right deal on this TV now.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN58B560

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Has all the features I wanted and the reviews were good. Price was good too.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Awesome picture, 24fps mode

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
complicated calibration process. Never had to do this before.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Better sound for casual TV watching

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.
Just how big it is. First tv over 32" CRT. Looks bigger in a small room compared to a large store wall.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Not for my use. Half the current prices would be better for everyone. First time I have paid over $400 for a tv.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm still glad I didn't settle for an LCD. After tons of research and lots of standing in front of them in the stores, the LCD's viewing angles hurt the colors and the motion blur was unacceptable. LCD, LED and OLED will be incredible, light and less expensive in a few years.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Magazine reviews, recommendation from friends, price

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

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless internet, even if you had to buy a USB dongle

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Build a 10G with Pioneer panels

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How easy it was to unpack and set up.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I soon discovered that the digital tuner would freeze on one OTA station. I figured updating the firmware was worth a shot, so I downloaded the update and copied it to an old PNY Attache' flash drive that I had lying around. The set updated on the first try and now the digital tuner works perfectly on all OTA stations.

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
You bet; I paid $2499.

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

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP Pro-151
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
time is running out, top of the line, highly calibratable
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
direct access to all sources, menu straightforward
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
only had the set 3 days, so can't answer
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
it has everything thus far
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
I'd advise them to keep making plasma sets and up the anti
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
what a lovely foot print, (small) compared to sony rear projection
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
don't know yet
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
anything worth having is worth paying for
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm getting my set calibrated on april 23,2009, should have more
to add then,

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 50PQ60RU

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Seeing it live, with component HD source

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Best Bang For Buck

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Video (avi. files) via USB not fantastic

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
like everyone else's dream.. fingerprints auto removal :mad:

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
PQ is great, price is fantastic, killer design.. but inadequate marketing

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
50" at home is a tad bigger than at the store:D

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.
I made the jump, having hold on for soooo long

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
The Kuros and Pannys have gotten a lot of coverage.... the LG is coming up strong...they were :unknowns" in plasma... I guess not for long

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.

Can I just x2 the above? Except for #2 because I never bothered to look at the S1 or G10 as they were out of my price range and #8 because I only have about 80 hours on the tv so too early for me to say.

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

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I figured that since this is what people like to use as a baseline in many comparisons, it couldn't be so bad, huh? Otherwise, has great bang for the buck, with an attractive bezel to boot.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It looks great in the living room - even when it's turned off!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Better blacks (especially during daytime viewing) are a bit sad, but not sad enough to justify the extra $'s for a pioneer.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
The ability to preprogram a few hot-keys on the remote to do tasks that usually take 3+ button clicks. (like changing from Normal to THX mode)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
2 things: keep making attractive bezels for high $ TV's, and do an ad campaign that dispels the myths about burn-in.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
46" is plenty big for my living room.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Remote doesn't work well at a distance.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
It depends on your definition of what is expensive for a TV, but obviously I thought the price was worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Although the G10 is superier to the 800U in terms of PQ, I decided to make that sacrifice for a better looking bezel and better internal speakers. I decided to throw all my available home-theater money at the TV...the sound system will have to wait a few years.

1. Pioneer PRO-111FD. Took delivery of it yesterday!

2. D-Nice's review swayed me from the PDP-5020FD.

3. The "Wow" factor. It's such a big upgrade from my previous set.

4. I swear it's a dust magnet.

5. Wireless internet.

6. More advertising. I had a lot of people asking why I got a Pioneer plasma instead of a Sony or Vizio. I even had one person ask "They make TV's?". I kept thinking to myself "Really?!". Maybe it's just the plasma industry that needs to show their stuff off more?

7. The size of it. I mean sure, I saw it in-store but it felt completely different when you're opening that box and hoisting that bad boy out of the packaging.

8. No "Problems or Issues" that I wasn't already expecting.

9. Yes. The price I got it at was just right for me.

10. Now's the time to buy, folks.

1. The "Model" you have.
-PDP-5020FD on order

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
-Instore visit, advice from general forum, then research and reviews from AVS

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
-TBD

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

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

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
-Hopefully outstanding picture quality after being set on getting an LN52A650 for the past month and changing my mind to the 5020FD at the last minute..

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
-Hopefully none :)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
-From my research, $1999 for this model seemed like a good deal.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
-I'm new to the forum and have a few questions that I posted in the general forum. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1139644


Any thoughts/tips/advice would be appreciated!

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) Panasonic TH-58PZ850U.
2) I wanted a Pioneer, but they are way too expensive here in Canada and I worry about warranty support now that Pioneer has decided to leave the television business altogether.
3) Everything, compared to my previous JVC HD-ILA 720p rear-projector.
4) The risk of burn-in - OK, permanent "image retention".
5) I wish this set had a DLNA media center built-in. The Viera-CAST thing is extremely limited.
6) When feeding a 1920x1080i video signal (via HDMI) from my Mac mini to my Panny, it look me forever to figure out how to get it to display with no overscan or underscan. The manual was useless. The trick was to set "HD Size" from "Size 1" to "Size 2" in the Advanced Picture menu.
7) The biggest surprise - hmmm... I guess it's how much power it uses (760 watts - holy cr@p!) and how much heat it puts out.
8) No problems or issues have been identified (knock on wood).
9) I still think this set is overpriced - especially compared to what people in the USA are paying. Canadians are getting screwed.
10) I thought the picture on my circa 2004 JVC HD-ILA was pretty darn good. Now I know better.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN63B550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
New model, 63", and it didn't break the bank for that size TV

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality, specially in HD, Style of the unit

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I now spend to much time watching it

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
I fell they should have better then a 1 year warranty, installed calibration help
or software.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The weight of the 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.
Yes

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P42X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Was on sale, wife agreed to HD set for the "formal" living room provided I removed the SD 13" set from the kitchen hospital wall mount, had $500 to BB in price adjustment store credit buring a hole in my pocket

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
good size for the room, great QAM tuner, SD looks decent on it

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
heavy for it's size, heat output, energy usage when on, speakers aren't the best

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080p, analog out for sound bar

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
add/remove channel procedure is HORRIBLE - scrolling through a menu that is slow and selecting the individual channels is rough

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
not related to the plasma but to the bandwidth Comcrap must be using to broadcast 3 versions of the same channel on multiple instances

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I think the price was decent...sure I could have bought it for less online (maybe $50 less), but the instant gratification was worth it and the set was only a couple $100 more than a 27" Sony Wega SD set I bought 8 years ago

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged
I couldn't tell the difference between the 720p and the 1080p of my other set when looking at it at the normal seating positions (sets are in different rooms) - I will say that due to cable compression, the 61" set I have does have some jaggies when looking at the same broadcast on both tvs that I don't notice on the 42" plasma - smaller size has something to do with it I'm sure but its nice to see a smooth picture on sports broadcasts

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic G10

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

I went to BB to buy a Samsung 52B750 that really impressed me and then I saw this and bought it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Everything, I never got all the "black levels rulezzz" type of bs but after I turned this tv on..I saw what the hype was about. The blacks were much deeper than my Samsung S5053. Also IR on this set is easy to erase (is that what you actually do?) once you spot it. It doesn't have this problem as much as my S5053. I don't get into all the burn in disc etc, etc, I buy and enjoy.

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

Nothing so far.

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

It already does.

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

Send me one more for free!

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

The PQ, how DAMN light it is and how quiet.. again, coming from an S5053.

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.

I like this tv alot and it kills my Samsung S5053 in everything and I thought the S5053 was a good set.




If you're looking for a new Plasma, look no further and get this one.

Bought a Samsung FPT 5884 in Jan. 2008 for our new house we were constructing. Never imagined it would be April of 2009 before the house was completed and I finally got to unbox it!! As soon as carpet was down, I moved in the essentials, couch, chair, entertainment center, ps3, and new plasma tv. Been reading about all the specs on this tv etc. while it's been sitting in my basement and I am amazed!

. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Loved the size to price ratio, great reviews, great specs. Did my homework and it was worth it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
unbelievable picture and quality. Easy controls for pic modification, great size at 58"

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
haven't found anything yet!

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

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.
already connected to base stand. Nice for me as I am using it.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far (fingers crossed)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
abso-freakin-lutely

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

1. The "Model" you have.
09 Samsung PN58B560

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
myself, i had never seen this model in person, my bro has a 50A550 and i liked it so i figured i couldn't go wrong with it's newer, bigger brother

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
everything but especially the shear size or it. i came from a 30" HD CRT, so this is a beast when compared to that.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
seems to very easily get IR, but it also seems to go away quickly as well

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
nothing i can think of, maybe that the remote could be programmed to work with my cable STB so i would only have to use 2 remotes.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
none that i can think of

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
i was actually surprised how sharp the picture is even on 0. i figured going from a 30 to a 58 i was going to lose a lot of sharpness but that was not the case. i am actually seeing things i have never seen before. i was also surprised by how big it actually looked once i got it on my stand, and how good it looks on my stand. i thought it would look out of place, but it looks awesome.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
so far, just very short term IR, but it's only a few days old, and i keep reading that it lessens with time.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
oh yea! i love this thing, it was totally worth it to me.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
thanks to Chris at Cleveland Plasma.

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

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews, research, these forums and Price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The Size and PQ though bigger is better LOL:D

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Too soon to say but nothing jumps out at me

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More advanced user settings

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


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Hard to clean the fingy prints off
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, very impressive what you get for the money, but its an expensive addiction.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 58PZ700U bought 15 months ago.

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

Reading this forum, looking at local BB, bang for buck.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It's size, picture quality.

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

It weighs 165 lbs. I look forward to slimmer/lighter large models in the near future I hope.


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

I do not seem to need anything else.

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

Make them lighter if you can.

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

It's size, I was coming from a 24 inch CRT to this.:eek:

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

The TV speakers had a rattle at certain frequencies, volume. It was annoying. It ended up being a good thing, in a way. It caused me to look into 5.1 HT setup. Once I did that, the TV speakers were turned off for good. I love my audio setup by the way, especially my subwoofer, my SVS Ultra subwoofer. It is night and day from the way I used to watch/listen to TV/Movies.

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

Panasonic and Samsung yes, Pioneer no.

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

If you are debating between getting one size or another, always get the larger size and have no buyers regrets. If you are getting a big screen, plan on doing something for your audio other than listening to the TV speakers. You REALLY have to upgrade your audio to 5.1 or better. Put money and thought into your subwoofer in particular.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The rave reviews and newly lowered prices

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The black levels and wide angle

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Sometimes its a little too dark for daytime viewing

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Completely custom and labelable video settings

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
If you are going to stop making them, then at least reveal your secrets so that others can continue.

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.
No seperate analog audio input for HDMI connections for hooking up a laptop/desktop that only has DVI

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Probably but I think value for the dollar will continue to increase as usual. Price per inch is probably best its ever been.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Got it at BestBuy.com for $2000 delivered!

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 46PZ85U

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

Once my decision was made between plasma and LCD it wasn't hard to go with Panasonic. I wanted the 850U or a Pioneer, but I didn't have the skrill to spend on those. The 85U was the next best plasma IMO. I considered Samsung, but I fell in love with the Panasonics.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It always provides an exceptional picture whether I'm watching DirecTV in HD, watching a bluray or playing PS3. The picture quality never fails to amaze me (or any of my friends/family). Great black levels, beautiful colors and zero motion blur.

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

The only issue that bothers me is the image retention. It seems to occur fairly often and easily. Granted it always fades away quickly and has never left any permenant burn-in, but that'd have to be the only thing I don't like.

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

The new 2009 models seem to have some online/interactive features that might be cool to have. Seeing how I have my PS3 running as my media center, I probably wouldn't use them that much anyway.

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

I guess they could work to try and produce a panel that glares less. I have blinds/curtains in my living room so it's not much of an issue with me, but with a lot of sunlight in the room I could see it being a problem.

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

The biggest surprise was how great it performed with the PS3. I was tempted to go LCD b/c I thought being a gamer wouldn't be good for a plasma. But I quickly found out that I prefer it on this TV as opposed to any LCD I've played on b/c there isn't any motion blur. Burn-in was a concern originially, but it hasn't occurred yet and I play games daily, often over long periods of time.

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

I haven't ran into any problems or issues with my Panny (knock on wood).

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

Prices today are extemely affordable compared to where they were in recent years. The quality of the TVs continue to improve every year and the prices keep going down. At the time I purchased my 46PZ85U, I spent about $1400. A couple months later and it was down to $1000. A plasma of this quality only a few years ago would've been astronomical. If you're looking for the best plasmas on the market and you don't want to spend the money on a KURO, Panasonics are definitely the way to go.

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

I LOVE THIS TV! :D

1. The "Model" you have.
42PZ700U

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Research and reviews

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Wonderful PQ, Deep black levels

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Case design .... i wish it had hidden speakers, as I don't use them anyway!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
1080P over VGA, 1 more HDMI

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.
How much the PQ improved after calibration

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

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

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I encourage anyone who is thinking about buying a new TV to seriously consider plasma. The PQ is worth every penny!

Got my KRP-600M yesterday. Not been unpacked as its being wall mounted next couple of days.

I just bought a Pioneer Elite PRO151FD and Salamander black quad stand from Best Buy and I got a great deal plus the 2% reward zone. I am waiting to take delivery until I move.

I just bought a Pioneer Elite PRO151FD and Salamander black quad stand from Best Buy and I got a great deal plus the 2% reward zone. I am waiting to take delivery until I move.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PRO151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I was able to price match another retailer at my local Best Buy.
The great professional reviews in magazines and online.
Personally seeing the difference in picture quality compared to Panasonic plasmas and Samsung LCD's

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The black levels and overall realism produced by the display. The colors look rich and I also like the ability to have both night and day ISF modes.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I really have nothing to complain about. I only hope there are no stuck pixels or buzzing once I get this thing out of the box. I am not worried about daytime viewing because from what everyone says activating the day ISF mode will compensate extremely well for excess ambient light.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
DVI for my HTPC, but HDMI should do fine.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
The Elite series should have been broken in 150 hours at the factory.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I have not taken delivery yet.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I have not taken delivery yet.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I still paid a premium for this 60" plasma compared to the top of the line 58" Panasonic, but after viewiing both brands off and on for over two months it was worth every penny to go with the Pioneer Elite.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If you buy anything at Best Buy get a reward zone card or the mastercard. It does not cost you anything and you get 2% to 4% back in gift certificates.

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

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I've read some good reviews from current owners and got a deal that I couldn't refuse.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The stunning picture, viewing angles, the deep blacks.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
My ears are very sensitive to noise and sometimes pick up on that faint buzz.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Extra hdmi input, USB port. http://www.mmnbtswebex.co.cc/plasmas.gif

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.
The smell of the box it was in.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far, let's see how it works out.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Sure they are. Go and get one for yourself now.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 6020fd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Lucky opportunity to get it for a ridiculous price. Image quality, size.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Image quality, Idle luminescence. It's beautiful and refined when it's on and when it's off.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Hmm, maybe its glossy bezel.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
I'd like to see more monitors made available to the mass market. I have no need for that stupid speaker and whatever other else makes this thing thicker and heavier than the KRP-600M.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The manual is comprehensible, attractive, and a pleasure to use.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
No. I would not pay a going rate for this TV.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 6020fd
I bought my 6020 from Amazon in August for a price, I am sure, which was considerably than you had to pay. No matter, mine was worth every dollar, I have never seen anything like it. You will love it, trust me on this.:)

pro 151fd
you dont want to know how much i got it for ok here it is
$3250 out the door!:)
its in my garage because my addition is not complete yet.

I bought my 6020 from Amazon in August for a price, I am sure, which was considerably than you had to pay. No matter, mine was worth every dollar, I have never seen anything like it. You will love it, trust me on this.:)
I couldn't stop watching it yesterday. Planet Earth and Netflix HD. Even my HD/TV-apathetic friends couldn't help but be floored by it. Fantastic TV.

1. Pioneer KRP-500M (N.A.)

2. why - I wanted a display that do until something better than a Kuro is released.

3. good - Black levels and controls.

4. bad - Power consumption

5. missing - ISFccc which unlocks white-level limiting.

10. I thought a Kuro wasn't cost effective but the fire-sale pricing on some models is just the ticket.

1. Samsung PN42B450

2. I was at bestbuy and this model caught my eye as having excelletion motion without artificats/judder and the colors really POPPED

3. Im a big fan of samsung, they make excellent products that are visually appealing but also perform. I bought this set as a "bang for the buck" $675 from sears

4. Its 720P (1024x768) seems like a very low resolution, but its cheap and the picture quality is great. Most content viewed is non HD anyway.

5. It has everything I need, but id really like 1080P

6. None comes to mind at this time.

7. Thankfully no surprizes yet, performs/works as expected

8. No problems, but one thing that confuses me... When using an HDMI cable text output from my computer is "grainy" or "noisey" When using a VGA cable its crystal clear...

9. Without a doubt, 5-6 years ago i bought a 27" zenith tube for $650. it was 1080i and never really got HD content to work on it. This samsung is 10+" bigger, wall mountable, lighter, thinner, MUCH better looking, MUch better picture, lower enegry (i think), etc.. etc

10. Many people out there such as myself over look these gems because we are caught up in the hype about 1080P. We see the huge difference in picture quality from Standard Definition to 720p and think the same difference is between 720p and 1080p. Its not, unless maybe you have a display over 50". In fact I had a 720P projector and its picture remained splendid up to 120".

In conclusion if you can afford a 1080P display get it, but if your on a budget dont pass up a fantastic 720P set for an off brand 1080P that has poor motion/color processing

pro 151fd
you dont want to know how much i got it for ok here it is
$3250 out the door!http://www.*****************/trafficreport/img/3721/k08t1221bbuq/gdsmile.gif
its in my garage because my addition is not complete yet.

Yay! I'll bet you can't turn your eyes away with pro 151fd when you watch movies. I have a great time watching movies with it. :D

1. Pioneer PDP-5010

2. Ridiculously low price.

3. The PQ is terrific. Now I know what all the fuss about black levels is about.

4. The OTA tv guide feature apparently causes an abnormal shut down. (12 Blue Lights)

5. Individual user RGB settings. Altough tempted, I don't want to monkey around in the service menu. With my luck with plasmas I would burn down the house:)

6. It's the same with all manufaturers: make sure all the features work.

7. After the PQ and 24p it would have to be the SQ. It really is quite good for built in/OEM speakers.

8. See 4

9. After originally owning owning a th50pe700u(3 of them) and paying about 40% more. I"m glad I was forced to wait another year. But no, when you think about how much we are paying for a tv's I think todays prices are still to high in the grand scheme of things.

10. 3 Weeks, still tweaking and driving my wife nuts!:)

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-50PS14

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Old TV in the bedroom (Phillips CRT, absolute crap. Never buying Phillips products again) broke, and needed an upgrade for the living room (2006 37" Panny Plasma moved from the living room to the Bedroom)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The size! 37" was too small for a living room TV, but the 50" is perfect!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Uhh...nothing so far? Maybe the wait for it to be done with 100 hours of a "break in" dvd (from DNice's settings)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Would love for it to have two optical outs.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Have a little better anti-glare filter. It's not that great, but doable.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It looks REALLY, REALLY GOOD! lol. Even for the supposed "warehouse" model versioni.

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'd say so. At a lower price than the other Panasonic models that are out, this was a great bargin.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I passed up on an amazing deal on an open box model of last year's 50", 1080p Panasonic at Costco. Kicked myself about it for 3 weeks, and my wife finally gave in (after our TV broke) and agreed to pick this one up. =P Whoohoo!

In any case, think I'm the first owner of a TC-50PS14 on the boards...if you have questions, please let me know.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 111fd

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The way it looked in the store

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
nothing its the most perfect tv out there today

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
That it would display refresh rate when 24fps.

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

Keep making them

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

Did not look great out of the box but after about 50 hours and some settings from Dnice it looks amazing. waiting for 200 hours and then professional calibration.

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

Sometimes sound cuts out on hdmi negotiation issue.

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

absolutely an immediate cult classic

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

Dont do the firmware update unless you have to.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Pro-151FD.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I was looking for the best.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Amazing picture quality, duh.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Initially the buzz, but it has pretty much gone away and isn't noticable anymore.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
If it could pop the popcorn for me that would really be nice.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
If you sell me the Kuro technology, I'll try to continue the line in my garage.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How much bigger it looked that my old 50" RPTV.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes. Especially the non-elites.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Couldn't be happier with my choice. Thanks to the forum.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42B450 42" Plasma.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great price (under $700 at local BB), great reviews, and best picture quality in the store even though they had the brightness turned down so the more expensive TVs would seem better. LOL.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The amazing picture quality. Better than I imagined. I don't think my brother's DLP is this great, and I will never have to replace bulbs at $300 each.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The sound through the TV speakers is bad. Since I have a vintage amp and it gets warm, and that particular house circuit can get overloaded, I only want to use the amp for movies or anything important. So I may try using small external speakers for the TV audio.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
S-video out, so I could run it to my DVD recorder. Right now I have to use an HD converter box to record TV broadcasts, which means I have to split my antenna signal. If I didn't have kids and college funds, and had money to burn, I would get a DVR. And the TV doesn't have a headphone jack, even though it is supposed to.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
When viewing 4:3 content, let us make the sidebars black. The only choices are light gray or dark gray, which is really distracting. And upgrade the speakers, and add a headphone jack.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That the video almost appears to be 3D. And the only adjustments I made out of the box were to increase the brightness and color a bit. That's it.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None, thankfully. Well, other than the sound through the TV speakers, I guess you could consider that bad enough to be an issue.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes. I hesitated for months over 720 or 1080, until I found out that it doesn't matter on a set this size, so I saved $300 and went with 720, and used the $300 to buy a DVD recorder w/ an HDMI output, and a $99 4-year repair/replace service plan, and still had money left over.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I've heard that these plasmas get hot. Mine doesn't, even after hours of use. I even read that kids shouldn't touch them because of the heat. What models are those?? I wouldn't want one.



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Newbie here, first post.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer 5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Pioneer's discontinuation of their plasma TV business. Prior to the Pioneer I had a standard definition Toshiba CRT 32" TV.

I am not a fast mover when it comes to technology; I usually use things until they break. As an example, I recently retired a VCR because it wasn't programmed for dates beyond 2006 (it was made in 1991). My old receiver did not even have component outputs and my old TV stand was from my college days (almost 15 years ago).

However, I have always lusted for a plasma TV. When Pioneer announced it was cutting their TVs I decided I had to have one. So when Best Buy reduced their pricing to $[removed to comply with forum rules] on the 5020FD I bought one, along with a new receiver, blu-ray DVD player and TV stand.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Image quality ... miles ahead of standard definition!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I've only had it for less than a month so nothing yet. My Kuro buzzes but it's hard to hear unless you put your ear up to the back of the panel.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing on my wish list just yet; I guess in retrospect I wish I had bought the 6020FD (haha). While I am ecstatic about upgrading from a 32" 4:3 to a 50" 16:9 screen, the stellar picture quality makes me wish I had sprung for bigger Kuro!

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture quality is much better than I expected.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet; all my current problems are with my new Yamaha 565 receiver.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For the $[removed to comply with forum rules] that I paid for the Kuro, I have no issue with the price.

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

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PRO111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The PRO 151FD I already have.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture, what else is there to say ;)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Which you could do 1080p over VGA. Think they missed the boat on that one.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
See number 4

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
KEEP MAKING THEM, DON'T GET OUT (and do 1080p over VGA)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The stand already attached I guess. Well also surprised it fit the room it's being used in.


8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
See number 4

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Well considering I'm hearing others getting it considerable lower than what I paid at the same places I'll still say yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get'em while they last, cause they don't seem to be much more coming in.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P50X1

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

Good value for the money, saw one in person and was blown away by the picture quality. Sale price I couldn't pass up.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Size and picture quality.

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

Not 1080p.... having to be careful to run SD content in full screen.

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

1080p... backlit remote control (samsung has this I know)

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

Add a VGA input to all of your models like some of your competitors!

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

How light it was overall for a 50" screen.

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

No real issues yet... had some minor (very minor) IR from kids watching SD programming and not stretching... was gone in 30 minutes.

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

yes... oh yes

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

DVD's through my upscaling dvd player look much better than I thought they would... definite bonus!

1. The "Model" you have.

LG 50PQ20

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

Needed the most screen for the least money. Extra features and usefulness sweetened the deal.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Its size, intuitive menu system with near-complete CMS, and great PQ with good sources.

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

A lot more reflective than my Panasonic plasma.

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

Built-in Netflix streaming, CableCard, etc... the kind of things you don't get for this price.

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

Work on that AR coating!

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

Complete lack of ghosting and IR, even in first 20 hours. My Panasonic would leave a (very temporary) outline of a bright object (I remember the turtles from Finding Nemo giving me heartburn) for a few minutes. No sign of that here. I've even abused the set, watching Benjamin Button in its entire length with bars in place then switching to cartoons. No sign of dim bars.

Out of the box color was also much more natural than with my Panasonic plasma (PX80, btw). I'm sure its still highly inaccurate, but it's watchable without any of the neon tinges I got from Panasonic.

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

Nothing other than buying heavier, insulating curtains (which is smart anyway).

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

Sweet Mother of God yes.

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

Black levels are a shade lighter than the Panasonic and Pioneers, but for my money they look black. I'd love to get some measurements, but I doubt any LG set will be popular enough to warrant such treatment.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Elite 151FD :D

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Sitting in Best Buy watching a 111FD and then going home and comparing it to my Samsung 63B550. The Samsung had to go. Professional reviews, this forum also led to my purchase.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The anti-glare leading to black levels. The glare off the Samsung was driving me CRAZY!!! :eek:

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
That there are people starving in the world and I paid this much for a TV.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Maybe some of that netflix/hulu stuff that is down the road for new plasmas. I can get that through my 360 and PS3 so no biggy. Could be 5 inches bigger.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Give your technology away or get back in the business when I need to buy another TV.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That I noticed the 3 inch difference from the Samsung. Also that the delivery guys gave me white glove even though I didn't pay for it. I tipped them and then let them experience my bass shakers which they immediately wanted to get themselves.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Should come broken in!

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Ask me a year from now. It definitely wasn't worth $6,500 to me before the prices came down dramatically. Roman was a great seller though.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Need to get this thing broken in and ISF Calibrated. Excited about being able to watch TV during the day without closing all the blinds!!!

I can summarize it:

LG 50PG6000

The tv has an ipod feel to it, slim and great looking tv. They are impressed by the PQ, the blacks are comparable to KURO screens. The tv will cost about 50% less than Pioneer PDP-508XD. It will be released in March this year.

Its a HD ready screen. I don't have any info on the full hd screens except that they will be called PG7000 and will be in 50" and 60", so if anyone has some info about those, please post it here. Looks to be an amazing tv for the price

Pics of the 'cheapest' pioneer, that I just recently bought.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=144584&stc=1&d=1244319123

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=144585&stc=1&d=1244319123

I have a new Pioneer Kuro Elite 60 inch 151 Pro. The picture is disappointingly dark and appears somewhat washed out. When I try to brighten the picture the highlights get blown. I called Pioneer and they sent a local service tech. The guiy knew less about the set than I do. The local tech called Pioneer and I spoke to the factory tech. He had me try different menu settings, all of which I had tried before. No joy. They tell me they are sending out someone this week with a special device to brighten the set.

As near as I can tell, the problem is with the whites. I will see what happens and post back.

The set is connected to a D**** HR22 and Samsung DVD player thru HDMI.

This set replaces a 5 year old NEC 60 inch plazma that was sharper and brighter.

SAMSUNG PN50B860

Hi i took a few amateur photos of this beautiful Plasma and unboxing.Enjoy!!!

http://s195.photobucket.com/albums/z...NG%20PN50B860/

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung 63B550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".I needed at least 1700 square inches to replace a rear projection Mitsubishi 60” 4x3 aspect ratio tv so as to not lose screen size, this was my wife’s request. Being a sports guy, I wanted plasma made in 2009 and my choices were few in this size range. As of right now, there are no 2009 65” Panasonic TVs on the market and 60” is too small a picture to please her. I also read and studied ChadB’s review of the 63B550 posted in late May.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.This is a superb picture for the money and I am very pleased with the viewing angle, lack of glare, and the motion from live sports is also excellent.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The sound from the TV by itself is a little weak but can be addressed with a quality AV receiver and external speakers.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
More support from the TV stand, it should be wider or better connected to the TV or both. But so far, it seems to work OK.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.How much better the picture quality was than what I expected from an “entry level” model right out of the box.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.Nothing yet—No buzz, IR, or burn-in.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.Ask me a year from now; if it continues to perform like it has this first week then the answer is a resounding YES. If this TV continues to perform like it has, I will clearly be very happy with this purchase.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.People shopping for a 63” plasma should look very seriously at this model, it’s a lot of HDTV for the money. I thought Cleveland Plasma offered an excellent price and service, I would buy from them again.

1. The "Model" you have.
PANASONIC TC-P54V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The design/looks, features also the PANNY employee discount... 40%off :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Superb PQ, Stunning looks / design, not expensive...

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing yet... I am still on lala land watching on this

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
WIFI connection... ethernet port does not do it for me because I do not have connection near my TV.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Ship it already break-in... I am breaking it in for a week now... almost done... but I cannot do movie marathon yet, because im afraid of burn in but so far so good... I am still watching movies and tv shows but being careful with blackbars and station logo this first week.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I'm afraid I will have buzzing problem that some G10 owners have reported... but this is very quiet... no buzzing at all

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
NOTHING...

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Oh yeah... definitely worth it. I almost spent more $400 more for 50" PZ850 6 months ago, but now... 54V10 is cheaper, bigger and better PQ and design.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If you are on the fence on getting this.. I should say go ahead and order/buy it... It will not disappoint you.

Here is my setup

Panny TC-P54V10
Panny BD60 - Bluray player
Pioneer 819K -Receiver
Polk Sourroundbar50 - Soundbar Speaker
Polk PSW-111 - Subwoofer
TechCraft 55" TV Stand

This forum rocks!!!

Here are some pics:

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP 600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Was after a 60" Kuro before they vanished and the KRPs seem very good value.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Beautiful picture compared to my LCD.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The hassle in locating one to buy and the stress over whether it would arrive safely.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Auto Break-In ;)

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That its screen wasn't broken in transit.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For less than $3k these are a steal.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Thanks to the help provided by such forum regulars as D-Nice, Roman O and Tim McCune.

Im new to Plasma but i bought a Panny 50" X1 and i love it!!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panny TC-P46G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"
When I started thinking about getting a flat panel plasma, 42" seemed a little small, and wifey thought 50" to be ridiculous. The 46" size from Panasonic is just about perfect for our condo. The 12G models promised a greener (not in tint) leaner and meaner experience. I thought seriously about the S1, too, being caused to worry about things like judder and red push after reading AVSforum. I settled on the G10, for reasons you shall soon see.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Great picture, feature set, all for under a grand. Thanks Amazon.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Like the above poster, I feel some serious guilt about spending this much cash on a TV. That's a couple months of private school tuition for the 5 yr old. That feeds oh, a hundred thousand. Etc.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Netflix, please.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.The film like look even from broadcast HD movies.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.Nothing yet

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.Probably not, but this is a great set.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Now I don't have to feel a sinking feeling when we have friends over who have flat panels and/or giant projection systems.:p

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PRO-111FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Great performance from my previous Pioneer Elite, great reviews from other owners and D-Nice for this model, and I was able to get one from an authorized Elite dealer at a price I could handle.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ for both HD and SD. It isn't said enough, but while we still have SD broadcasts the Kuros provide just about the best SD display capability I've seen.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Now that I've been using it for a bit, I don't like that the total viewing area is about 100 square inches smaller than my old 1150HD. Yeah, I know some of it has to do with the proportion of H and V pixels, but for the viewing experience it might have been nicer if they had made this a 51". UPDATE: okay, never go by the specs in the manual. They're right, but what they don't show you clearly is that the width of the speaker+frame on the 111FD is about 1" greater than on the 1150HD. I took a flexible tape measure to the glass and found that they are just about exactly the same size. I was thrown by the optical illusion from the frame being wider on either side. Duh.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't think of any right now. Maybe wireless, but having a wireless transceiver in the set might cause a degradation of PQ. Wouldn't want that.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Subcontract out your technologies and skills to Panasonic or somebody who can keep this work going. It'll take years for anyone else in the plasma world to equal these sets.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It's still breaking in so I've only checked it briefly with DVD content. I am hoping for absolutely NO surprises.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
So far, none. I'm hoping the good record I have with my previous set carries through to this one.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes for the technology involved, no for the value. While one could argue the prices Pioneer charged for the Kuros was fair for the tech (maybe), it bit them in the rear as most people still consider TVs a commodity item.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm just happy I was able to get one that so far looks like it has no problems.

1. The model you have?
Panasonic tc-p50s1.
But I don't have it yet. It's being delivered this Thursday 6-18-09.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular model?
It's my first flat screen. I don't know. For some reason I've always been interested in getting a 50" Panasonic plasma.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"
LCDs available locally looked awful; Cnet posted a glowing review about the G10s

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is fantastic

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It wasn't free

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Add wifi

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

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

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

I got the 60-inch Pioneer Elite KURO PRO-151FD.
Have not had it long enough to answer all your questions, but when I do, I will edit this post.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The opportunity to own a really decent 50" plasma TV for $1K, which I didn't realize would be possible.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality. Blu-rays and HDTV look stunning. Even SD DVDs look quite good.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The shiny plastic border is a little Wal-Mart-ish.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I wish it were capable of wall-mounting itself while I was at work. Failing that, more picture-tweaking options outside of the service menu would be nice.

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
That the picture quality was so amazing out of the box. I figured I'd have to wait until the break-in period was over, then apply some tweaking before it was really stunning. No, it's stunning now.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
For this one? Hell yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Highly recommended. I'm a pretty big videophile, but based on this set I see no need for 1080p (maybe on a huge model, but not at 50").

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsun PN50B650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Features for the price

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

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Maybe at least 1 S-video input, but that's being picky.


6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Fix some of the issues others have had.

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

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes this TV was an insane deal. I got it for about $560 off of retail.

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

1. The "Model" you have.
Panny TC-P50X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
PQ to Price Point ratio. 1080p didn't matter much to me since I don't plan on getting BD player and I don't play video games.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The PQ. Absolutely amazing. I'm new to HD but this picture is incredible.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Only this so far is that there is no way to set it to autoshift to HFILL mode when there are black bars on the side so I have to manually do it. Otherwise I lose picture on the left and right. JUST mode doesn't look right to me. Not a big issue but it would be nice.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Autoswitch from HFILL to FULL screen size

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
nothing I can think of.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Not much. I researched quite a bit so I wasn't suprised by anything. It was lighter(weight wise) than I thought.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Depends on your situation. Things are ok for my family money wise so we could afford to spend $900 on a TV.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
PQ is awesome. The TV is in the living room with lots of windows and I don't see any glare at any time of the day.

Got a Panasonic PX14 720P 42" Went in to Costco for a LCD, left with a Plasma. Got it because I've always like the way plasma's look but could never afford one. But $600. for a 42" was cheap enough! No complaints, well it could be bigger!!
Used a Spyder3TV for calibration.

PS, I use it for DVD's 90% of the time via an Oppo 983. I wont swallow the BlueRay pill for at least a couple of more years.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P42X1
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price plus Panasonic reputation
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The real estate! Don't flame me, I'm coming from a 27"
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It wasn't free
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Self-mounting
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
They seem to know what they are doing
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture quality with only SD programming
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
$599 was less than I paid for the 27" that it replaced. WORTH IT!
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I am enjoying my new TV. As a new flat-screen/plasma owner I am amazed at the picture quality. I don't yet have HD programming but I already see much more than I did before. Did y'all know that that ticker at the bottom of the screen during news and sports shows wasn't simply for decoration, it actually had information in it!;) If you are entering the plasma market for the first time, like me, this is a great TV.

Nick

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Kuro Elite 50" (PRO-111FD)

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

Stellar reviews. :D

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Those deep and luscious blacks! Stunning!

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

Colors seem a bit bland and don't "pop" off. Might have been my movie of choice, though: Harry Potter #5.

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

A built-in Blu-Ray player so I don't have to buy one! :(

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

Why did you ever stop? :(

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

50" is f'ing huge. You have no idea.

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

Has a slight buzz. But, it is silent unless I'm right next to it.

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

Well, I got a nice deal. :)

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

Still in the break-in period. Definitely excited! :D

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-50PX14

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price plus Panasonic reputation

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
True to life color, lots of contrast and tack sharp!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It's on the heavy side!(still less than my old 30" crt)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More color/temp control

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
PLEASE! Never stop making Plasma's

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture quality over the 42" on the same series. The 50" does everything better!!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
The typical slight buzz with bright image's.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
$800. for a 50". Oh...HellYa! but $300. would be nice.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
When I asked in the forums about going from a 42" to a 50", I was told to expect a little less resolution. What I found was opposite! I got much better resolution from the 50".

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic TC-P54V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". It was between this set and the Samsung 50B860. Was worried about the buzzing on the samsung, and to get 4" more screen for the panasonic and no worry about buzzing, it was a no brainer.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. It is the perfect size for my room, 50" would have been to small, 58" too big. It is a good looking set, plus the picture is amazing. I am still running the break in, but once I can't wait to put the final settings on it and begin watching it at its full capacity

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Honestly, nothing yet. It has a smooth, one sheet of glass front panel, but it does have another panel behind that. As far as I can tell, no "ghosting."

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. It accepts 1080p for bluray, and looks great on my cable box as well. I'm not a big gamer, so computer/internet hookups not a big concern for me.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Make more of them!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Was actually kind of cautious because I had never seen this exact model in the store (sight unseen!) but it has not disappointed and the picture is amazing.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. None to report as of yet.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. For the deal I got, I did not mind paying what I paid.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50X14

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Exchanged for a broken LG 50PQ20 I got from Costco.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's a better panel than the LG I had before. Better IR and less glare. Blacks seems deeper too.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
No swiveling stand :(

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Swiveling stand, PIP, another HDMI input and better looking design of the bezel. I prefer the look of Samsungs.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Make it lighter and thinner.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
None so far.

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.
$800 for a 50" 720 plasma is great. Although I wish it had 1080p.. ;p

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
None so far.

1. The "Model" you have. LG 50PS60 Plasma TV

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

3. What you like best about your Plasma. The single layer design

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Don't know how to set widescreen, menus don'r help either

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Ease of setup for picture

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Simplify the instructions for picture setup

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Looks great on my wall

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. Even though I don't know how to set up the screen size it is a great TV and would not change it for any other TV.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP-600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Professional reviews, this forum, price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The black level.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
That I didn't do it earlier.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Should come with WiFi. ISFCC should be enabled. Reconsider the decision to get out of the plasma business. Warranty should be longer.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I really wasn't surprised.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Should come broken in.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
No. Should be lower.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Thanks forum members for great advice.

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 60PS11

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
a. Bang for the buck. $1499!!! for a 60 inch plasma (got it down to this price with a couple of sales that Fry's ran within my 30 day price match guarantee).
b. Presence of ISF Expert calibration menu, which would allow me to set this thing to absolutely perfect color reproduction if I ever desire.
c. 100,000 hour fade to half brightness life.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's early and I am still breaking it in, but even at the safe contrast level, the true 1080P PQ blows away the 720P RCA DLP I was upgrading from. Goodbye mosquito noise artifacts and rainbows forever. Unlike the DLP, I would not be wondering when the bulb is going to blow next (my first went for a good 3 years, the second, only a year and half). The sleek and minimalistic look is also way better than the DLP box.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Having to worry about IR for the next few days. Once the phosphors settle down, I will feel far better. I do miss the matte finish of the DLP screen where there were no reflections visible.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A better manual explaining all the settings. A way to superimpose gray bars or zoom in on HD content with built in black pillar boxes (Nickelodeon HD I am looking at you).

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Put the model on your main page. It's being sold in the US, so why not list it in the lineup.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
No surprises, since I already had done my research.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None so far, except my wife asked if the picture was going to be this dark, and I had to explain the break-in process to her. I do now see a single partially stuck pixel if I am within a few feet of the screen while it is blue. It's unlikely I will ever see it when watching normally.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
A 60" plasma at near DLP prices, hell yeah.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I am not sure why this specific model is on such a fire sale, but go buy it now.

Although I have never had a DLP TV, I am in very much agreement with most of the answers rajendra has.

I got lucky with a Father's Day weekend sale at Fry's - $1499.

I think it went back up to $1698.

1. The "Model" you have. - TC-P50V10, arriving in a few days. It's replacing a TH-46PZ800U that died on the wall @ 6 months old. Tried twice to fix it, then I requested replacement. Panasonic came through.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". - see #1. The deciding factor for the 800U was THX.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. - Hoping the V10 lives up to the 800U (everything I've read comforts me in this regard). Having said that, PQ is fantastic.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. - Feels like a heat lamp when I walk by. Maybe the neo pdp in the V10 will be less-so.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. - I wish it would turn itself on once nightly & run a screen wipe. That way I wouldn't have to concern myself with IR...like, ever.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. - Advertise. I need to see as many commercials for the Panny Plasma sets as I do for the Sammy LED-lit LCD sets...given that they are superior. More people should be educated about Plasma, so more people will buy, thus pushing the technology forward independent of the drive that Panasonic seems to maintain (thanks for that, btw).

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. - none. I read before I buy.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. - see #1. It busted. No worries, though, as the replacement is, while a fair & legitimate lateral replacement, improved & bigger.

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

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. - Buy a Panasonic Plasma. Superior quality & vastly superior customer service make it a no-brainer.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer KRP-500m, had it for a week.

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

The best panel for $2,000

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture, design, picture, desing...

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

It's so beautiful it is distracting.

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

It already does.

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

Break them in before it becomes available on the market...it will save me from wanting to use it during the first week :D

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

Amazing 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, for the best 50" television on the market today, it is very much worth it.

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

If you are debating on getting this, just do it. I was interested in the v10 and was waiting for the prices to drop. I just couldn't live with the thought of "did I make the right choice?" Since these are the last tvs Pioneer is making, join in on something special.

1. The "Model" you have.
LG 60PS11

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

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The size and PQ

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
An extra HDMI port

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
A stuck pixel firing red at random

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
$1949CAD for a 60" 1080p 600hz Plasma is definately worth it

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P46G10 (replaces a 2-yr-old TH-42PZ700U)



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

The fact that it's brighter and has better blacks than my old PZ700U, and specifically the G10 primarily because it has more Color Temp settings which enabled me to dial in the skin tones more accurately than on an S1.



3. What you like best about your Plasma (As compared to my PZ700U):

Much better black levels
Much brighter screen
More accurate primary colors
Whites are much whiter and more realistic
Better processing
SD looks a little better
HD looks a lot better
Slimmer Bezel



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

A.) There still is no "Picture Mode" key on the Remote. WTF Panasonic?

B.) The shiny glossy bezel is a dust magnet, and my house is not really dusty. But the TV did come with a very nice and effective micro-fiber cloth to be used on what they call "the shiny parts".

C.) The new wall-mounting bolts on the back are not only closer together than on previous models, they're also about 4 inches lower so if you're replacing an older Panasonic the new TV will sit about 3 inches higher than the old one did. There wasn't nearly enough vertical adjustment in my Peerless TV brackets to lower the TV so i had to move the whole wall mount 3.5" lower on the wall, and now i have to patch the abandoned holes in the plaster above the wall bracket.

D.) JUST mode is still a crappy stretch mode. It stretches the middle almost as much as FULL mode does so what i do is use ZOOM mode and set the Zoom Adjust so that it only cuts off a little of the top and bottom portions of the screen, but the upside is that faces in the middle of the screen look closer to OAR - not quite as fat as FULL or JUST.



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

A "Picture Mode" key on the remote that would enable me to switch between the Custom/Standard/THX/ picture modes without having to go into the sub-menu. My 42", 26", 19", and 7" LCD TVs all have a Picture Mode key and i can't for the life of me understand why Panasonic never includes such a handy button. PITA.

Also, i wish it had a matte bezel instead of the usual shiny/glossy/irritatingly reflective bezel ;)



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

Give us a Picture Mode key on the remote, and give us more and better stretch modes (like Toshiba's 3 various Theaterwide modes). Variable Audio Output would be handy too. Matte bezel.



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

The biggest surprise was how much brighter the screen looks in my home that it does in the stores. It's brighter at +80 Contrast setting than my PZ700U is with the Contrast max'd out. Brightness is the only thing that LCD did better than Plasma but that edge is now gone with the arrival of the 12G NeoPDP models.

I was also a little surprised at how much more accurate the primary colors were compared to my older PZ700U, and even though i knew that the blacks were going to be better they are even blacker than i thought they'd be. BIG improvement, especially when i compared them side by side in my living room, displaying the same identical sources via my HDMI splitter.


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

So far not a single thing that i can think of. I don't have any stuck or dead pixels, no clicking, and the TV is silent beyond three feet away.


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

Absolutely. I got a slightly bigger and much better set for about 60% of what i paid for the older smaller set two years ago. And now as usual the prices have dropped even more since i bought mine (dammit) so they're an even better deal. And four years ago i paid three times as much for my 42" PX50U which is a clunker next to this G10. I never expected prices to get this low and i think they're totally worth it.

Guess this will be my 1st post here (after lurking for years,that is...)


1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P42G10 (replaces a 5-yr-old Toshiba CRT 34HFX84)



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

Well,I was under some special circumstances,which you can read about at the end of this,but price was a factor,along with the research I put into it for use as an all-around tv)


3. What you like best about your Plasma (As compared to my 34HFX84):

No more 200 lb behemoth to lug
HD looks spectacular,so does gaming!
No more overscan
Being able to output in 1080p
And having plasma now as a viable choice for me.4-5 years ago,even 2 years ago,wouldn't have glanced at one,much less have bought it.



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

I agree with Randy - the TV is a dust magnet. Also,the one thing that I didn't factor into my buying was the stand.i was renting an LCD which was positioned higher,and now my Panny is really close to the stand.

But my handyman brother-in law is going to help me fix that issue :)




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

Again,I agree with Randy on both the "Picture Mode" key & the matte bezel.I also wish the remote was fully lighted,like my old remote.Finally,a 96Hz refresh rate would have been nice.



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

Again,quoting from Randy:

"Give us a Picture Mode key on the remote, and give us more and better stretch modes (like Toshiba's 3 various Theaterwide modes). Variable Audio Output would be handy too. Matte bezel."

Also a better layout for the remote,having it completely light up,and having it
be somewhat of an universal remote.


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

The biggest surprise was finding out I could get a 42" HDTV without losing any quality.I thought I'd have to be happy with a 37" and possibly a 40".Glad I was wrong.


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

Nothing so far,(knock on wood)other than having the tv sit so low,which will be addressed.


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

Most definitely. My Tosh died about 6 weeks ago - and because I was under an extended warranty - I had to go to the place where I bought it.(Bernie's)

While I feel that I was somewhat hosed by said warranty company - I was able to get the G10 for about a 60% savings,give or take.I could have gotten a 37" LCD in exchange for my old CRT,but it was an older model,didn't do what I needed it to,& my G10 does.

I'm surprised that Panasonic doesn't have that picture mode button on the remote. It's not just LCDs...my Pioneer has one, and it's very convenient.

1. Pioneer KRP-500M top secret version of the Pioneer line of TV'S "Monitor" to be exact

2. Shootout champ, picture when we first met at store, after that inseparable

3. It looks good on the outside aesthetically and it produces a significant picture within itself as well.

4. If I had a bigger room and they added 9.5G tech to the KRP-600M I would have gotten that one.

5. more HDMI inputs like 6-7 more

6. Keep up the good work, oh wait more HDMI inputs

7. Biggest surprise would have to be the size of it, it is huge in my guest room.

8. Dust accumulation on the screen is quite apparent

9. I think for the model I got and the quality, yes

10. This is my first flat screen monitor from Pioneer. I'm sure it won't be my last, I want a bigger one for the living room. Unfortunately Pioneer is out of the business but they sure did go out with a bang. :D

1. The "Model" you have.

FEB '09 - the 5020
May '09 - the 500M

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

I'm a former owner of two 8g's, the 4280 & 5080. I sold dad my 4280 and bought a new 5020 becuase I wanted 1080p & the 9g upgrade. Two weeks later I learn of Pio leaving the display biz, so I decide to upgrade the 5080 with another new 9g for the final swan song, I learned of the KRP thru the AVS, VERY happy I did so. :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma

All of the Kuro's have been fabulous, ZERO problems and no buzz issues. The black level, color intensity, accurate resolution, reputation, the most life like PQ I've seen - you know the reasons !! Of course 1080p is mucho finer PQ over the 720p 8g.

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

In certain situation the glare is noticeable, but I usually just lower the lights, its really a non issue. The KRP back lit remote is MUCH nicer to use in the dark of course than the 5020 remote, the extra PQ settings you're allowed on the KRP are a big plus also. You can not go wrong with either display. I know the fanatics on the forum tend to look down on the lowly 5020 (compared to the Elites, Sig series or KRP) but it is a wonderful display also. But I would get another KRP IF I was able to sell my 5020.

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

See above... the KRP style remote & extra settings are the major pluses over the 5020

[B]6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.

I wish the people in charge at Pioneer were better business minds for the long term, its easy to criticize them now, but we owe them a big thank you for engineering the finest flat panel on the market. If only they were able to consolidate their resources with Panasonic five years sooner.......

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


For the 5020, none really .......... for the KRP, lighter & thinner

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


None ......the first KRP arrived cracked, the retailer sent another right away, but the broken KRP is still awaiting to be picked up after two months :(

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

yes, but I thought we couldn't discuss price

I also bought an EW from CPS for both, its a low cost piece of mind. $125 & 140 was the cost. Even today, its unfortunate that the general public who do not educate themselves or are unaware of the AVS, still rely on salespeople for their HDTV research. I was at the local "American" store yesterday and I overheard a salesman mentioning to an older couple about the risk of a Panasonic plasma: heat and the picture wearing out much quicker than a LCD, etc. The BS continues in the marketplace. Pioneer created a fabulous plasma, its NOT about the awards or the status of owning the best, its the PQ that I desire. Yes, reading the AVS, many Kuro owners tend to behave like a fanatical cult :eek:. If you choose plasma, I highly recommend Panasonic also, the prices are VERY reasonable, the 720p versions are CHEAP for those on a tighter budget.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Picture quality, price

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

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
PiP, VGA input

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
See number 5

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How big it looks compared to my 27" CRT <G>

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 was happy with the price I paid.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Picture quality, THX certification, price, design

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality - I was struggling for a few months between plasma and LCD. Even seeing the new 240Hz LCD models, the plasma still had a better picture. In the end, that's what I wanted - the best picture possible.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far - it's gorgeous!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing yet

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Put it in a better box - maybe I just got a poorly packaged unit, but it almost tipped over when I took off the box cover

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
It is bigger than I expected. I thought about going for the 54" model, which I thought would fit in my entertainment center (even after checking the measurements). But the 50" fits snugly in.

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

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
For plasma, they are definitely worth it. This TV replaced my 4.5 year old Samsung DLP. I spent a fortune on that thing and I got my Panasonic V10 for almost half the cost.

Here is my setup

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Panny TC-P 42G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The great guys here at AVS Forum.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's my first HiDef, so pretty much everthing !

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
hopefully, nothing !

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
For my needs, I am happy with what I have.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
maybe to be able to avoid IR completly by doing burns-in at the factory, so when the users get it, it is ready for long term use w/o worry of burn in


7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Clarity and image details, WOW ;)

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
after what I paid for my old tube TV way back in '97, for the top of the model line XBR, heck ya !

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Now is the time to jump the bandwagon and get a plasma, specailly the G10. it really is ownsome. but remember, you have to feed it the right material

1) Panasonic TC-P 50G10

2) Research Research Research and AVS Members reviews

3) Great Pic Even though I am breaking it in at the moment with a Break In CD

4) Heat this unit could not be Wall Mounted by a Thermostat

5) Pic Mode button would be nice as stated

6) Make it run cooler somehow even with the dual fans I feel it runs hot

7) Black levels are great not Pioneer Black but not 1,000 - 1,500 dollars worse :D

8) None

9) At BB sale price of 500 off the MSRP of 1,799 this 50" G10 is a good buy in my opinion. Price will probably continue to drop as well in the coming future when the next model comes out.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P54S1.

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

Panansonic reputation (we've owned others from CRT to LCD), price, piano black frame (matches the Yamaha surround perfectly)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture

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

Don't know yet--first plasma

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

Don't know yet--first plasma

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

None for now--maybe as I gain more knowledge

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

Ease of setup, light weight, relatively speaking

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 believe this one was worth it.

Hi all,

Total newbie to plasma. Moving from a Sony LCD to this. I wish I had read more here before I set it up--it's only been in the house for one day, about 7 hours of use. Have turned down all the factory defaults based on today's reading, will be studying more of what you folks have posted to learn all I can. I don't have time to do a proper calibration yet, but will soon. Those threads are where I'll be reading the most so I can set this thing up for the best possible experience.

Ok, I'm off the study......

Joe

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PDP-6020FD

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

The reviews on this forum plus seeing it in person.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture! I upgraded from an old Sony LCD rear-projection and I can not believe the improvement in PQ. I spent most of Saturday afternoon watching Band of Brothers on Blu-Ray in awe of the picture.

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

It was a little pricey, but I fully believed that I got my money's worth.

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

Honestly, I'm pretty happy with it as-is.

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

Stay in the TV business, please!

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

How good the picture looked out of the box.

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

Nothing yet (knock on wood).

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

This TV was cheaper than the one its replacing and with better PQ, it's hard to complain about the price. Even if I were replacing a cheaper TV, I would say it was worth the cost.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic P54V10

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

Reviews on this forum, THX certification, Single glass pane Plasma, 96hz option.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The picture! I upgraded from an old Sony LCD rear-projection and I can not believe the improvement in PQ. I spent most of Saturday afternoon watching Band of Brothers on Blu-Ray in awe of the picture.

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

A little pricy, but not much worse than the 55" LCD I was considering.

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

None ... It has everything, even (oh my god), S-Video (got some old components to hookup).

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 the picture looked out of the box.

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

Nothing yet (knock on wood).

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

I know that most folks I know (none of them videophiles) will baulk at the price I paid for this one and point to the cheaper S1, S14 and G10 series but I think the prices of these series are standard as per market. I'm pretty sure these will come down as the market progresses further in years.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer 500M and Pioneer 600M.

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

Love my 5080, these are the Last Great Kuros to be had, and with the ISFccc patch they will basically become Elite 101 and 141, respectively.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Still in break-in periods, but in brief testing with BD material during first power-up both delivered spectacular pictures. Also like the extensive color-management user controls.

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

That since I decided to do the 150 hour break-in, I have to wait 5 days and 5 hours more before I can start watching them!

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

None off the top of my head. These are monitors, and as such I expected nothing but the picture and the ability to tweak it.

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

If Pioneer had to leave the field for a while, at least they went out winners with these M series monitors!

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

How slender a 2.5" panel really is! And how much bigger the 600M is when compared to my 5080.

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

None.

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

Compared to yesterday's, then most definitely.

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

Absolutely stunning displays. Anyone looking for a 50" or 60" display needs to take a look at these before making their purchase.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-42PX14


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

It was priced right, and had features I was looking for.



3. What you like best about your Plasma:

PQ is outstanding, even if it's 720p.


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

Only the audio quality right now... I've been messing with the settings to make it sound ok. I don't have a surround system yet.


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

1080p, but I think I can live without for now.


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

Nothing, keep up the good work!



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

It looks way better in home than at the store.


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

None!


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

Definitely. Plasma is cheaper than LCD in the same size range...

I switched from owning a LCD to plasma and love it every moment. Not saying LCD is bad, I just think plasma is better.

I missed this post last month when I bought my plasma, so it's new, but not brand new. Still, here goes...

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P46S1

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

Two things: budget and size. 46" was the perfect size for me, so I knew the Panny X1 series was out. Too bad, because I would have been perfectly happy with 720p. Also, when I bought, Amazon had $150 off the BD60 when purchased with an S1 set and I had been planning on buying that player with the TV all along. I won't say exactly how much I spent, but it was barely 4 digits. I could not pass up that deal.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture is insanely good. Of course, this is my first HDTV and it replaced a $150 27" Chinese-made CRT. The bar was set pretty low.

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

Nothing. Absolutely nothing. I still can't believe I have a TV this nice in my house.

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

I honestly can't think of anything I'm missing. I guess I'd say true 24p, but it's such a non-issue to me that I don't really care.

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

Keep educating the public on why plasma HDTVs are so much better than the alternatives.

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

Just how large 46" is when you put it in your family room. :)

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

Had the "green push" issue. Didn't bother me, but I did adjust the SM to correct it. Picture is flawless now.

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

A set like this would have cost five grand seven years ago. I bought it for just over a grand and they threw in an awesome BD player. I have no complaints, and I am a person that does NOT spend money on luxury purchases. I have waited patiently for HDTV prices to reach a point where it made sense to me to buy. That time is now.

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

Burn-in is a complete myth with modern Panny plasmas. Do not buy the brightest set in the store; it will look ridiculous in your living room. You need to trust people when they say that you cannot tell which set is the best by going to the store and looking at them. You don't know what kind of signal is being fed to the TV and what the picture settings are set to. Trust the experts when they say plasma is the best choice. They know better than the Best Buy sales associate.

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer PDP-5020FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Seeing information that Pioneer was one of the best plasmas and this is the last models they will make. It also helped my old 42 inch LCD died. =)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The way everything looks on it

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
That I seem to lazy to fully do the break in.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I am not all that picky I love everything with the TV atm.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
You are dumb for stopping production.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I think the most surprising thing for me was the sheer volume of comments about how my TV will suck in a short time. The guys delivering it. The guy at best buy informing that LCD last longer and Plasma will burn in if you play a game for a hour. Just the sheer amount of ignorance surrounding the technology.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Not me personally, but after my wife and I mounted it on the wall my wife had a issue with forgetting it was there and standing up right into the corner. 85lbs vs 105lbs for some reason a mounted TV does not move. She now believes pioneer makes the most solid TV's on the market.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I got it at best buy on sale so I was happy with that price.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Thank you to everyone on this site for all the information that helped me decide on getting this tv.

Thanks.

Dave

I love my TV.

Model: Pioneer KRP-500M

Motivation: I loved my previous Pioneer 5070, but I wanted to go Blu-ray and needed a 1080p. My calibrator told me about the 500M and it was so inexpensive (cheaper than my 720 Pio) I had to make the move.

Highlights: Nothing really sticks out (I don't think anything should)... it's more like a preponderance of subtleties and incremental improvements over the 5070 that add up to a stunning overall picture.

Lowlights: I really had to do a lot of tweaking to get that stunning picture on cable... not exactly jaw-dropping just out of the box. That said, there are seemingly unlimited controls to tweak... you just need a little patience.

Missing Features: Speakers, stand and tuner, but it is, after all, a monitor.

Advice to Pioneer: No longer applies.

Biggest Surprise: That I wasn't bowled over by the picture out of the box.

Problems: None, except that the screen came with wipe marks all over it, or else my cleaning lady decided to "dust" it, and the supplied cloth isn't getting them off.

Worth it?: You've got to be kidding. $1799 for technology like this? I've paid $8000 for a simple amplifier with circuitry from the 1950s, and with tubes yet. Frankly, I don't know how they can do it. Oh, wait... they can't.

Notes: Like the best stereo equipment, this set may not blow you away with exaggerated highs or lows... it's the naturalness of everything, the realism that is its forte. Yes, the gray scale is off. You've got to adjust the color detail and color management areas, but when you get it right, you'll be rewarded. I also heartily recommend a professional calibration. The difference between my "dial-ins" and the pro-cals I've had in the past are sizeable, and, yes, jaw-dropping. Frankly, I don't see the point in buying a high-end product and worrying about how good your PQ is if you aren't willing to pay a 10 percent "tip" to fully realize its potential. Just my opinion.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer KRP-500m (just got it!)

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

The price and the pros on AVSForum

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The blacks...and how the picture pops

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

Nothing I can think of yet

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

ISFccc but I can add later

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

At least sell the technology!!

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

How good the picture looked out of the box.

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

Nothing...

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

Got this for thousands cheaper buying in the US (I live in Canada)

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P50G15

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

Price and wanting to try out Plasma after being a little disappointed with motion resolution and the "light" picture of LCD. (I sold a Samsung LN52A650 two days before purchasing this Panasonic...)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Improved blacks and motion resolution.

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

Constantly being in fear of IR. Having to wait a few hundred hours before I can calibrate the picture. I've had the Plasma for about 3 days and have only had SLIGHT IR on it from a little XBox360 gaming. I have my contrast set at +62 and you can really only see what I was seeing on a pure black screen and only if you get dead on close to the screen. Was a small shadow of a HUD map... I hear IR gets easier to deal with past some hours, it's not an issue though since you really can only see it on a pure black screen and if you're up close... but it's temporary anyway... it's really not that big of a deal for me.

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

Easier way to adjust primary colors than going into the service menu.

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

Pre-breaking them in, like I hear the Pioneer Elites are, would be nice.

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

How much deeper the picture looked compared to LCD. I always set my colors and what not to more "realistic" looks, even when I had my LCD. I didn't have excessive or cartoony colors. Even after adjusting both TVs, I can clearly see the Plasma has an overall better picture quality.

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

See #4

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

Hell yes, I picked this up at a local retailer for $100 cheaper than the online price AND got an extra year on the warranty. I'm quite pleased!

Check out some shots of my Plasma @ http://www.vengefulsoda.com/plasma/

Only one "picture" shot, but it's actually not that good because it's real hard to take a picture of a picture and get an accurate photo.

Looks much better in person.

1. The "Model" you have.

Samsung PN63B550

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

Pioneer went out of business. :( It's comparable in quality to the Panasonic, but at a much lower cost. I don't need any extra "features" like internet.

Also, the Samsung "860" series only goes up to 58". I'm replacing a 67" DLP, so this was the smallest I'd consider. Display size will overrule feature / processor improvements if the PQ is good enough. It's more than good enough.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Picture quality.

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

It gets hotter than my DLP did.

The built-in speakers sound tinny. Maybe it's because the display is mounted on a base with downwards facing speakers with only a few inches of room for dispersion. Will continue to look at this.

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

Nothing that I can think of right now.

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

Fix the buzz.

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

First suprise: Wow! Incredible PQ.
Second surprise: What's that buzz? (fixed, see my comments in the Buzz thread link below)

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

The 2009 "B" series models have a known problem with "buzz". However, it's no louder than the noise made by my DLP (color wheel motor, lamp fan) and my Verizon FiOS set-top box (DVR). The official "buzz" thread: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1144869&page=35

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

I'll let you know in 6 months when it's 1/2 of what I paid for it now. This plasma was 1/2 of what I paid for my DLP in 2005.

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

For those concerned with the Samsung "buzz" issues discussed in this forum, remember that everyone complains when they have a problem, but almost no one says anything if all is OK. This affects a small number of owners (at least I hope). All manufacturers have problems if you look hard enough.

Don't have buyer's remorse. Purchase the largest display size you can afford. These models have fabulous PQ. The feature differences in the more expensive models will wear thin after a few days and you'll be sorry you didn't get the larger display from the start.

Be sure to purchase from a reliable dealer who can handle returns / exchanges if there is a problem.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer KRP-600m

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

I have wanted a Kuro for a long time. 60" was available for a great price and from a reliable sponsor.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It's BIG oh and the Picture quality.

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

Um.. the weight. It weighs a lot more than my LCD.

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

Nothing, I bought it because it had all the features that I wanted.

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

Get back in the Plasma TV business!!!!!!

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

That it was perfect. No buyers remorse

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. The only thing better would cost 5 times as much.

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

Purchase the largest display size you can afford and get them while you can.

1. The "Model" you have.

sam 58b650/pan 50 g10

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

size and location of placement....sam went in the fam room pan went in the bdrm

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

size and pq. much more natural than the LCD pq

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

nothing so far....i was gonna say weight but ....i stopped trying to lift it everyday and just let it stay on the wall and watched it.

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

Nothing both look solid out the box and serve there purposes

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

pan should fully back light the remote since its probably dark when you need it.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.

i knew it would look good but man!

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

None.

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

yeah you can always find a good deal ....but then after you get it theres always a better one.

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

i bought the 2 different displays to figure out what to put in the rec room (which 2 of to put in the rec room) reviews are a good guideline but that it! a lto of what the reviewers say cant be seen without two sets side buy side. the picture you see and like will be just that. reviewers pointed out the glare of the b650 and i went with it anyway in a brightly lit 2 story fam room and its just fine.
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1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 46pz85u (replaced a 5 year old crappy 42" ESA ED plasma)

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

It has some great reviews. Had no problem buying sight unseen. A lot of good info on this sight about it.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Beautiful picture! Nice size! Does SD really well.

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

Cant think of anything yet:)

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

A guide for OTA digital stations.

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.

The scratch that was on the screen was barely visible (see info below)

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

None

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

I cant honestly say they are. I only got this set because I got a killer price on it. I would not have spent the money if it was full price.

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

Found this puppy online for 50% off (599$ shipped!). It was sold as an open box. It stated on the website that it had a 2" long scratch on the upper left hand side of the screen but that you couldnt see it when the set was on.

I couldnt pass up a deal like that. When I got it I was sooo happy it was less of a scratch than I thought it would be. Almost cant see it even when its off and not at all when its on.

1. The "Model" you have.

samsung 63B550 plasma

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

actually wanted LCD, no more plasma because of the heat issue with my previous panny plasma but 55" was the biggest LCD so I had to stept up to 63" with a plasma. Glad I did because these new panels are just as cool as LCDs yet have the great blacks and natural picture of plasma AND it's energy star compliant.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

It's grande mucho and coolo mucho and niceso picturero.

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

it's damn fraken heavy still. you know can someone explain why a thin panel like this weighs so much? I mean it's not metal right? so it should be no more than 50lbs if it's a glass panel.

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

maybe 240hz

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

make them lighter your 1st priority. picture is already good.

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

That it was just as cool to the touch as my B6000 LCD.

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

None

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

could be better, got it for 2900. 2200 would be great.

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

yes, even @ 63" sitting from 11ft away it still is not overwhelming yet. see the picture below for proof. one day hopefull they will make 70" affordable because I think 70" is the magic # for 11ft or more away.


http://www.flickr.com/photos/28917006@N07/3832853624/
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1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer PDP-5010HD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Quality, It's a Kuro, Price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality, build quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It's only 50 inches.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
ISF day/night mode

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
I think we all know the answer to this!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
My calibrated Mits. RPTV looked awesome until I powered up my Kuro.

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 do, you get what you pay for.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Get a Kuro before they are all gone.

Mostly stolen from ajvandenb:

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer KRP-500m (just got it!)

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

The price and the pros on AVSForum

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The blacks...and how the picture pops

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

Nothing I can think of yet

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

ISFccc but I am adding that Monday (thanks Chad)

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

At least sell the technology!!

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

How good the picture looked out of the box and how slim the thing is.

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

Nothing...

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

This was the bargain of the year as far as I am concerned.

We watched 5 minutes of Planet Earth Bluray and the wife felt air sick :cool::cool:

Heh. Been a long while since posting here when this thread started! Still the same info as post #16.

1. The "Model" you have.
PDP 5080 (7 months old)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews/Price. Wanted an elite but didn't have the funds.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Good overall picture and even though it is 768p it can support blue ray movies.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It isn't 1080p. But I am looking at buying a 101 or 500m:D

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I wish it could be calibrated better. ISFccc

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't go out of the business. I hope they will still continue R&D and one day blow us all away with a new screen.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How well it does with standard def. It does look better than most 1080p sets when compared.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
While running the break in disk I saw that I have one stuck blue pix. All other colors are fine on that one pix except for blue. Otherwise no issues.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Well, for Pio's being as good as they are I can see it, but they are expensive. Now you can get a 500m for what I paid for my 5080? :mad:

I am still debating on buying a 500m/101 before they are all gone. I don't know how much of an improvement (besides 1080p, ISFccc, loss of speakers) over the 5080 would be. Hmmm choices....:confused:

1. The "Model" you have.
KRP-600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
60" + Pure Mode + Advanced picture settings

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Black, picture quality & picture options settings.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
No USB input. No stand. Frame could be smaller. TV is heavy.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
USB input + 1 more HDMI input and ISFccc.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Release a free firmware that adds ISFccc.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Black seems inferior to 5020

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None. No dead/stucked pixels & no humming.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
KRPs and Signature 101 (Canada promotion) current prices are worth it.
Panasonic will eventually outclass Pioneer and we will see a $2K 60" Plasma.

1. The "Model" you have.
PDP-5020FD

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

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Blacks, PQ, 3:3 pulldown

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It's not 60 inches

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Not sure yet, just got it.

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Black levels are much much better than 12g Panasonic

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.

1. The "Model" you have.
Just picked up a Panny 42X1 which just replaced a 4 year old 42PX500u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Price - it was shipped to my house brand new for 20.4% of what I paid for my PX500u. Insane how cheap these things have become... (that said, having enjoyed my PX500u for the past 4 years, it would have been worth double what I paid :)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
this X1 has a much smaller bezel and is much lighter than my old plasma - wife commented that "it looks small on the wall" - you guys know what that means - time to start looking at 50s :)
Also, I was pleasantly surprised to find the inputs were to the side vs smack in the middle on my old set - i had to stretch some cables, but it's much easier now

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It doesn't feel like an upgrade to my 42PX500u - still breaking in, but PQ wise, I'd call it a wash (really love the old one :)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I kinda wish it had a cable card slot - it would make moving this puppy into the bedroom that much easier....

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
get tru2way or cablecard2 finalized so I don't have to deal with the cable company.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
weight - I almost busted a nut moving my old one off the wall and into the basement. almost threw the new one when i took it out of the box.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I bought a plasma that I didn't "need" just because when i saw the price I couldn't believe it.

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer PRO-151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Wanted the best Pioneer before it was gone. Never had an Elite before.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. I like the revised tuner over the 6010 that I had. For DXing OTA, you can search channel by channel without losing your old channels when you rotate your antenna around. The 6010 tuner had to do a complete channel scan to find new channels. which was a pain. Also the tuner has a signal quality AND a signal level indication, which is important when trying to lock onto distant stations. Sometimes you get a really low level signal, but has a misleading quality indication. You can optimize both signal level and quality to get fewer dropouts on those weak stations.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. It is new and picture is drifting in color as it ages. Only has about 50 hours on it. I spent three days self-calibrating it and each day it is slightly different. Hopefully it will settle at about 200 hours. The Room light sensor and the room color sensor can alter a good picture to horridly dark and off-color fleshtones. I have turned them off.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. I would have liked to access it via ethernet like the PRO-141FD monitor does.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.Its too late, but I wish Pioneer would have stayed in the Plasma business.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. How much better the picture is on the 151 compared to my ISF-calibrated PDP-6010FD plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. Too new to have issues. Only problem was in waiting for local dealer to get stock and then 10 days for delivery. Very frustrating to have to wait a month to get it.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. It is expensive, but is being discounted, if you can find one.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. It is amazing the difference in picture one year and Elite vs standard makes. Thinking of getting another for bedroom and selling PDP-6010FD. The anti-reflective coating is awesome!

- wife commented that "it looks small on the wall"

- I bought a plasma that I didn't "need" just because when i saw the price I couldn't believe it.


Believe it !! - find that receipt and return the 42" for a 50" - you deserve it!! Bigger is better, 50" has become the "standard" size for a living room display, if ya have the wall space.

(Panasonic produces terrific 46" plasma also)

Got my Pioneer 5020 on friday and it replaced my Samsung DLP I got in 2003. What a huge difference, even without it being calibrated yet. Watched my first football game tonight, and didn't realize Al Michaels was that ugly. :p

I purchased a Pioneer Elite 151FD earlier this month. Aged the phosphors for 150 hours using various color patterns. I was surprised how much better the PDP151FD looked compared to my wife's PDP5020. I thought the screens of all KURO's were the same.

Here we go, first post !

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer Elite, Pro-101FD, 50"

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

The price was outstanding for a Kuros - $2100 (used for a day, previous owner got it home, realized he needed the 60")

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

The colors are richest and "real" I have ever seen.

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

Doesn't have speakers, but already have surround sound.

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

Perhaps speakers. About to move and might not get the surround as quickly as I should.

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

About the TV ? Nothing. I really do love it that much. Best I have ever seen and was about to buy a Samsung LED

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

The colors out of the box. Even my wife, who's not a tech head saw the difference while watching the Dark Knight.

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

None. Yet.

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

My price was way worth it. Its usually over 5K.

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

Pioneer is clearing these things out. They truly are the best of the best and while I couldn't stomach a 5k price tag, they are now at half the price and will go even lower. I told my Pioneer rep to call me when they have to get rid of their 60" display. I want it and sadly, this will be the last of the dying breed of what I consider the best TV's on the market today, bar none.

Got mine last week.
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 50" G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Own 2 37" Panasonic plasmas and they are-were great in their day.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Picture and reliability (we hope)

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Hmmm. none needed

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. Stunning picture

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. A bargain for less than 1300$ delivered

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
US Appliances.com was a good bargain for this TV.

Thanks.

Dave

1. The "Model" you have. panasonic TCP42S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular model For me, vs the g10 series the ability to enter the SM and put in offsets to regain color accuracy made the G10 less attractive, I see the streaming ability of the g10 as good for a year maybe, but will be surpassed (allready is in some areas) by cheap devices like the roku, so i will but the money into upgrading other components. I wanted a neoPDP for WAF which includes energy efficiency (as far as plasmas go)

3. What you like best about your Plasma. the full resolution during motion scenes.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. would like more control over stretch modes, and that I still havent seen it match the blacks/colors/smoothness of the old xwx rptv, but thats not really my tv anyway. I also don't like the lack of user controls for PQ

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. wireless HDMI :D but seriously i really really want more picture control options without entering the SM

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. give us better control of PQ and stop the green push.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. It dosn't look nearly as huge in the space we put it as we thought it would.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. not far enough in to know

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Yes, especially since it dropped 100 bucks on the big blue yellow national chain, the day after i bought it, and the local B&M store credited me the difference +

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. this forum needs a "thanks" feature, which you can sort a thread by, so that useful information, that you didn't even know you were looking for, and thus could not search it, is not burried in 5 different threads each with 83 pages plus, and hundreds of replies

seriously how about a sortable thanks system?

Thanks.

anyway, its good to be back

1. The "Model" you have.
TC-P42G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Spectacular reviews, great price for features.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
That its not my PT52LCX66

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It needs to be bigger.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
If it could go to work for me, it would be perfect.

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 quick and easy setting up Vieracast was, albeit pointless once I hooked my PC up to it.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
About 4 hours into the break-in period a bright red pixel centered vertical about 8 inches in from the left side of the frame decided to show up... Panasonic advised that it was normal to have '1 or 2 pixels like that'. I strongly disagreed, they had a local TV repair company come and get it, drop off a loaner, and a week later, new screen, no problems.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I think with the rate that the prices are dropping, flat screen TV's are going to be as common as microwaves pretty soon.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm still surprised at the shear size of this website and the information available here. Oh yeah... The TV... Its one of the best investments I've ever made... So far.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer kuro 151FD

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

Well i was never really a fan of plasmas, first tv i got was a samsung LCD. i always read on this form how its the best tv ever, it was getting excellent reveiws everywhere. i was still skeptical, thats until i saw if for myself. i went to bestbuy and saw the dark night prologue playing on it and was blown away. i've never seen such a detailed and accurate picture. i was so jealous that i didn't have one. then a year later pioneer is talking about getting out of the plasma market. i knew i had to get one before it was too late. that, combined with all the info on this forum, finally lead me to get this amazing TV.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Everything! from the beautiful design, the deep blacks, colors, and the way it handles motion. this tv gives off a beautiful picture. and im happy i went the 60" instead of the 50". size matters.

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

Nothing.

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

None that i can think of.

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

Please come back to making plasmas.

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

How big it was. i've seen this tv in bestbuy a bunch of times, but its nothing like what you see in the store when you get it home.

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 think this tv is worth every penny, and now that pioneers not making anymore you can get it for a great price. i got a really good deal on the tv when i bought it.

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

If anybody has any doubts, or is still unsure if they should get this tv, forget about all that and buy it, you will not regret it.

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneeer 141 FD

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

Two years of research in the AVS Plasma forum; professional reviews

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Incredible picture out of the box; configuration options; calibration options

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

n/a

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

n/a

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

Too late for that

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

Wife's smile

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

n/a

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

I consider it a bargin considering the negotiated versus list price

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

It's everything I expected

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42B450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best price/performance, intense black levels, nice cabinet design

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Beautiful picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Burn-in and IR precautions are more than I had expected.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Auto-fit for non-widescreen material

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Manufacturer recommends limiting non-widescreen viewing to 5%. Most material is still 4:3, so how is this possible?

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet (just bought it this week).

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Mostly yes. Taking inflation into account even the most expensive sets are cheaper now than a 27" color console when I was young.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Burn-in and IR precautions are more than I had expected. I wanted a tv primarily for older 4:3 film noir movies with many dark tones, so I selected a plasma for the black levels. However, this may have been a bad choice, since the manufacturer recommends limiting non-widescreen viewing to 5% of the total viewing time. Since much of even broadcast HD material is still 4:3, how is this possible?

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

Hi Dave,

1. Panasonic TCP42U1
2. After purchasing a Vizio 42" 2009 1080P 120hz model I loved it, however once I learned that for the same $1000 that I spent on the vizio, I could have this beautiful Panasonic Plasma!!! I knew that Panasonic was the new big dog now and that they are beautiful sets, I couldn't believe the price!
3. I really love everything about this Panel, it's absolutley stunning, my bro in law has a 46" series 8 samsung and this is just as nice if not nicer :) Excellent blacks, colors, everything is stunning!
4. I wish the remote was illuminated
5. Illuminated remote
6. Make the remote illuminated on all models
7. How absolutely gorgeous it was, sometimes you over expect things when you "hype" yourself before your big surprise, but I was just exhilarated
8. No problems yet, just had it for 4 days or so. Warming it up with the Shad digital "FRAME" chanell, static images change every 30 seconds
9. Soooo worth it, it kills any other competitor's set out there. LCD sure you can get 1080p but the blacks don't compare, and then the Plasmas from sammy etc are all 720p for this price.
10. If you choose the tcp42u1 or any u1 for that matter you will be sooooo happy you did, if you can get the s panel for the same price go for it, if not don't bother their is no visible differences to the human eye! :) And the "ar screen" i was happy mine didn't have it actually as my room doesn't have bad lighting and now i get a brighter picture!

I have the cheapest one ever made and the last 32 incher

LG 32PG6000 plasma

native 30.000:1 contrast
1024X720 accepts 1080p at 60hz (amazing) with no noticeable judder
very aggressive gas at first 700 hours beware of retentions (break in dvd needed)
POOR Blacks (still better than any budget lcd)

PROS; for 399 euros you have Plasma technology
Best SD image process ever
Amazing calibration menus
hd jpeg images through the usb look like a Kuro:D
Stylish design

CONS; Poor Blacks for a Plasma
Hard image retentions
slow channel change
LG said no more 32 size plasmas:mad:

Just got a Kuro 5020FD this weekend. All i can say is it has super blacks with plenty of pop on OTA-HD, HD-DVD and DVD.

It's like getting back my now dead 38" Loewe Aconda with a bigger screen.

Only con i can think of is the remote is a little cramped.

Just got a 65" V series Panny for a price that couldn't be beat! Just in time for the NFL kickoff season! Now I just have to wait for my wall bracket to come in *sigh*

I Just got the 58S1 and Love it. The wife and KIDS love it. They are Happy!!! I am Happy!!!152271

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1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic 54G10

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

Reviews from owners/professionals, size, price, and Panasonic's reputation

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Stunning picture quality

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

Nothing

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

24p 96hz (maybe, but not worth the $ for the V10)

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

Keep making plasmas and being the leader in this technology

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

How much of a non-factor all the "problems or issues" were that are written about on this forum. (color accuracy, image retention, glare, brightness during the day, etc.)

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 shop around and avoid paying full price, yes.

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

My first HDTV. Researched for probably 2+ years. Great TV, really hits the sweet spot for price, size and performance. Can't believe how good Blu-rays and quality HD channels look. All the nit-picks that you read about are way overblown. This TV's blacks, whites and colors look fantastic. I haven't seen a hint of IR and I'm not doing anything special to break-in.

1. The "Model" you have. I bought the LG 60PS60

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". This was the only 60 inch tv that my local Sears carried so that got my attention. I began researching it and liked what I learned. I went back to the store a few times and became convinced that this was the right tv for me.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. It has a beautiful picture. I had a 60inch Sony Rear projection LCD and was very happy with that tv, but I wanted to get a 1080p 60 inch and so far (3 days now) I am very happy with this purchase.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. The screen does reflect more light than my other tv's, but that is a very small issue. the THX seeting seems too dark to be of any use. even when we watched a blu-ray the THX setting was not used. But we only had the tc for 3 days now and I expect that picture may change after the break in period.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. I haven't found any....yet

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 was surprised that HD cable looks so much better than it did on my Sony. I know that HD cable is coming in at 720p or 1081i so I was not expecting it to look any better on this tv than my last one, but it does. I was very happy watching football this weekend on my new plasma.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. On the second day I noticed my son playing a PSC game on the tv while I was outside cutting the grass. I know, what's wrong with this picture? A short time later I noticed that he was in the backyard. I quickly raced to the living room to find that he paused the game. I turned the tv off and asked him very nicely to please turn off the tv if he is going to pause a game. he looked at me like I was crazy, but I am used to getting that look.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. I paid a little over $1600 for this set, with a $200 gas gift card, so I consider my cost to be a little over $1,400. I sold my 4 year old Sony 60 inch LCD Rear projection for $1,000, so I am looking at this as an upgrade that cost me less than $500. I am okay with that.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. So far I am very happy with this purchase. My wife talks about what a nice picture it has and my daughter swears that it is bigger than our last tv. they are the same size, but there is no convincing her.

1. The "Model" you have.
I own an older Pioneer 50" and wanted a larger plasma. Well I finally found one. Pioneer Elite® "Signature Series" Class 60" High-Definition Monitor. This was the last one the merchant had in a several state area. The did have around 60 new Pro 151FD models but I really wanted the 141FD.

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

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
PQ and realism I love the feeling that I'm looking through a window on the real life scene.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
SD reception on a 60" is hard to watch. Fortunately, I don't watch SD any longer.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't think of anything.

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
No surprises.

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

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

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I was delighted to find this new 141FD. I was beginning to think I might need to settle for a less capable display. I did a lot of side by side comparisons over several months and while the models were compared in stores they all led me to conclude the Pioneer display was superior. I am waiting to get 100+ hours on the unit to have the calibration performed.

1. The "Model" you have.
Just got an LG 50PQ30

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Compared it to a lot of models that were available here (Image) and this one got it.
Also the price was unbeatable :D

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
I like the Image Quality for such a cheap Plasma, and it's features xD

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I would like it had some more connections in the sides of the TV, since i've it on a wallmount and theres a BIG shelf under it, it's kinda hard to plug in things

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
I wish it had Ethernet access like some other models

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Don't know a lot about these things :P

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Weight, man i had to put it on quite high, it was a pain in the ass to hold that thing that high LOL, and since i'm not tall

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes they're WORTH IT!!

1. The "Model" you have.
TC-P50G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Good Reviews, Features, Size and price

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great PQ, Colour and Blacks are great, it's thin :)

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Breaking in :( and placement of the vieracast button on the remote

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Move the vieracast button :S

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

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 are, if you buy from the US, you get ripped off buying in Canada :(

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Love the TV and I Love all the info on AVS Forums for any plasma owner :)
for $1279 USD vs $2399 CAD this tv is a great deal, sure it's not as "dark" as the Pioneers but it has it's benefits also

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42B450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best price/performance, intense black levels, nice cabinet design

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Beautiful picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Burn-in and IR precautions are more than I had expected.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Auto-fit for non-widescreen material

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Manufacturer recommends limiting non-widescreen viewing to 5%. Most material is still 4:3, so how is this possible?

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet (just bought it this week).

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Mostly yes. Taking inflation into account even the most expensive sets are cheaper now than a 27" color console when I was young.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Burn-in and IR precautions are more than I had expected. I wanted a tv primarily for older 4:3 film noir movies with many dark tones, so I selected a plasma for the black levels. However, this may have been a bad choice, since the manufacturer recommends limiting non-widescreen viewing to 5% of the total viewing time. Since much of even broadcast HD material is still 4:3, how is this possible?

I would use the ZOOM 1 feature. The image gets a little clipped, but I like it. JoeB

just bought my FIRST plasma - so, of course, ill play along!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I needed something for a bedroom - so the size was right - and the reviews and price just put me over the edge.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The PQ is really phenomenal (at least, to us it is). Right out of the box - we were thrilled with the picture - after a few tweaks, I hope to make it as close to perfect as possible.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Again, this is my first - so it's hard to find anything bad about it. But if I HAD to change one thing, I would make it a little quicker to start up (sometimes my remote sends the input command before the TV is ready - something I can easily fix in Logitech's software - but it would be easier if I could just skip that step).

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Again, being my first plasma, I don't really have much to compare to. We are using a QAM feed and OTA for our HD - so the lack of a cable card doesn't bother me much (at least, not yet).

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
The side HDMI input is nice when hooking up odds and ends (computers, pmps, etc) - but I think I'd rather just have all three inputs on the back of the set.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How great the picture looked straight out of the box. I thought I would definitely have to play around with it to get a solid picture - but I was wrong!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None yet (knocks on wood).

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I paid $600 for a 42" HD plasma with a built-in HD tuner. A few years ago I paid $1200 for a 30" Toshiba HD-READY (no tuner) CRT. I'm going to go ahead and answer "Yes" to this question.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
If you're looking for a great smaller (I use that term loosely) plasma, I HIGHLY recommend the 42X1.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN42B450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Picture quality, price, design

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality - I came accross this unit in Costco, and couldn't believe the picture. The design was also much better than the Panasonic 42S1 model they had on display. I just had to have it for my bedroom.:D

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing so far - it's gorgeous!

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing yet. It's got everything I need.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Keep making improvements in your customer service.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
I couldn't believe how big it looked in the bedroom. I have it mounted on the wall, and it just fits! No extra room, which is how I like it.:D

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

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
For plasma, they are definitely worth it. I dont think there is a better technology out there that can handle every type of content, whether its sports, BD, DVD or gaming. Plasma is the only way to go. I am looking forward to many years of great tv!

just bought the PN50B530 from best buy because it was on sale for 999. i told myself that once the price dropped below a grand, i was buying one. it arrived tuesday. I ran the break in DVD, and I noticed that there was a dead pixel this is not noticable from the couch, only up close during light colored pictures.

i used some user settings from another samsung plasma, and the picture is way better. i love the TV - i'm very impressed with it so far.

more here: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=17196813#post17196813

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsung PN50B650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Picture quality, TOC design, Price, Features, Reviews

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
For sub $1200, the PQ was hands down the best to my eyes and taste. Motion handling and Color make even Standard Def look amazing.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Slow widgets, having to break it in. The PQ bug with Cinema Smooth.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Keep updates coming to online services, TV tweaks (fix the CS bug!!)

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How bright it is. I was afraid of having to live with a dull picture, its just a bright and even more contrasty in a lit room as my old LCD. Also how much better the picture was.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Nothing

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely worth it. For this price i paid and the image I get, its going to be hard to ever consider an LCD again.

1. The "Model" you have.
TC-P42G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
Great reviews, mostly here, great price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
The AMAZING picture quality. I also have Panasonic BD35 Blu-Ray player, and the movie experience is absolutely stunning! My brother has a Sammy LCD, and the picture is good, but too "in your face" for me. My tv's picture is natural, beautiful, but also extremely clear & sharp.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
I wish it was larger, but my wife's ridiculous entertainment center limited the size to 42".

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Wireless networking - that's it (for me).

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
The picture. I went from a 18 year old 31" Quasar CRT!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
None (knocks on wooden chair).

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
No, but the situation is improving. People now drop thousands on these things and fifteen years ago $800-$900 was a ton of money for a TV.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I just purchased a new Onkyo 806 receiver so now I'll have HD video and audio!

I absolutely love this display - unfortunately, I am falling asleep in front of it on the weekends and I need to learn to use the sleep timer!

bub_star

1. The "Model" you have.

TC-P54G10

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

After doing lot of reading different forum threads on lcd/plasma tvs and visiting BB/Frys/Sears to check TVs...decided on Sammy PN650/860 and Panny G10...decided to go with Panny because sammy has too many complaints on buzzing issue...didnt want to take a chance + THX display which many users told that it looks great in ur living room compared to display models at BB...also i was looking for 50" + and i am sure i got more value for money by selecting panny..

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Watching BD on THX mode..deep black levels..looks amazing....also watching upscaled dvds (bd390) on thx mode...looks great!...SD is OK...
youtube, picasa, amazon VOD interface looks great ...pretty easy to use..

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

24p/48hz flicker issue....known issue from 2008 model...why the option is there in 2009 model if its not fixed?....slight greenish tint on THX mode...can be better..

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

USB port...
DLNA feature (no movie playback/ format option) as in Sammy model (b650)...
swivel stand
netflix...

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

do not offer any feature if it is already broken (24p/48Hz flicker)
coating on display panel can be more uniform!

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

watching BD movie in THX mode.....looks stunning!....it looked very dim at BB...but in ur living room excellent...

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

purple and green vertical line (1 pixel wide) on left edge and right edge respectively..
non-uniform coating....can see light pink shade on my display during white bar scroll..

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

of course...i got this model for $1460..12month no pay no interest!...for a 2009 plasma 54" THX certifi 3 hdmi internet widgets etc its worth every penny!

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

if panny offered 58" in g10 model i would have bought that.....step up model v10 is an excellent set...but out of my budget..

Aaah! I ordered this thing a month ago, it finally arrived today, I came home from work to receive it, but now I'm alone and I am afraid I will break it if I try and take it out of the box by myself.

Can't wait for my girlfriend to get off work.

I'm so excited to watch something.

Panasonic TC-P58V10 just arrive today before lunch. I just love the picture quality and can't wait for the break in period to get over with, so can really see how good she is.

Ricelid; just put the stand / pedstal together first, then get another person to lift and line it up over than stand. Then it just slides on and tighten the screws. That is the way the BB delivery guys did it, and it was really pretty simple.

You love you P54V10 just like I do mine.

Henry

I got my Samsung PN50B650 a few days ago and am blown away by its picture quality! I've been researching and deliberating for months and months. Decided to pull the trigger when my 10 year old, 20-inch (yes, 20), Philips CRT began turning off by itself at random times. It probably has 50 hrs of break-in right now and will be putting it on full-time entertainment duty this weekend. Bottom line, this thing is several light years ahead of the old work horse my wife and I are accustomed to. :o

EDIT: forgot to answer the questions

1. The "Model" you have - Samsung PN50B650

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model" - Best bang for the buck with a hit or miss caveat (the buzz). Fortunately, it has missed me so far.

3. What you like best about your Plasma - It's NEW!

4. What you don't like about your Plasma - It doesn't make breakfast.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. - Digital audio out (not just stereo out).

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma - Acknowledge and fix the buzz throughout the line.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma - How much bigger it looks in my living room when compared to the show room.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. - A little difficult to manhandle by myself with the pregnant wife unable to lend a hand.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. - I had some gift cards so the "price" was definitely worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. - If you have a 10 year old, 20-inch CRT, replace it with something new. ;)

Hi Everyone,

Had a Samsung UN55B8000 LED LCD. It was returned due to various PQ issues and a poorly designed auto dimming function.

I just took delivery of a New Samsung PN63B590 from Best Buy.

1. The "Model" you have. Sammy PN63B590

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Many factors including PQ, Size and value.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Size and PQ. Nice Blacks.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. No Custom Color option.

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Add an ambient light sensor to adjust brightness/contrast to compensate for room lighting. Sharps have this feature and it works great.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. PQ in a home setting and lighting. After calibration the PQ is much better than what you see in the showroom.

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. Prices are still high, but in the TV market you really do get what you pay for.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. Compared to the LED 8000 this set simply outperforms in deeper, richer and consistent blacks. The extra 8 inches initially does not sound like much. But the size of this picture is incredible and puts this set in a league of its own.

I just took delivery of a New Pioneer 6020 on 9/21/2009.

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer 6020.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". The price that I found on line.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Great picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Wish it was bigger, coming from a 65in CRT Mitsubishi.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. I'm satisfied for now.

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. How good the picture was at home, plasmas just don't look good in stores.

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 what I paid for it, was certainly worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. Can't believe a picture is this good.
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Thank You Bob H.

1. The "Model" you have.
Pasnaonic 46G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best price/performance ratio in this category. Also there was a deal

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Great picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
baby sitting for the first 200 hours

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Absence of IR & BI :D

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Keep improving

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Worried a lot about reflection. Prepared for the worst. But goddamn it is much much better than my CRT that i owned

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.
Considering i was ready to shell out 2700$ 2 years back for a 50" TV and backed out at the last minute, this is worth it

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
None

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. - Digital audio out (not just stereo out).


It has optical digital audio out.

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brightness - 49
contrast -48
Color -39
everything else is off
breaking it in.

Second picture i took to check the shadows of tiny hairs. This is a DVD image not blu-ray image. Will it(shadow details) look better after calibration? This is Panasonic 46G10 btw.

1. The "Model" you have.

Panasonic TC-P65V10

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

Weeks of research on this board, store visits and playing with the settings

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

I will not have it for about 3 weeks but I suspect the picture quality will be outstanding

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

Cant say yet..

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

It appears to have it all

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

Lower the price!!!

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

I will let you know

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

Nothing yet and dont expect any

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

I doubt it..

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

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP 500M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I knew that Pioneer was the best out there, and when I did the research it was a no brainer!

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
The incredible picture quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing. I'm still getting used to it, but it still blows me away.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More HDMI inputs. ISFccc settings from the factory.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
The power button is curiously placed on the borrom left side. It should be next to the power light/indicator.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Where the power button is located. Coming from a CRT, the heat from the screen was a bit of a surprise.

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 mine for, $1699, is the best value I've ever gotten on an electronics purchase...just astounding, really.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I recently embraced Pure mode, and am astounded at how good the set looks. I can't wait to get it professionally calibrated once it's completely broken-in.

Panasonic TC-P50G15

Excellent picture.
Not broken in yet!!

Only down side so far is the audio of TV (very tinny).
But I normally use surround.

Pricing of Plasma has come down so I am very happy about that.
Would reccomend to anyone.:)

Unbelievable. A few minor adjustments out of the box, and the image quality is startling.

Not the slightest regret.

shane

Panasonic TC-P50G15

Excellent picture.
Not broken in yet!!



Just got the same tonight. Looks great so far..

124 hours gone on my 46G10. 90% slides 10% regular viewing. Is it ready for calibration? Should i run slides for few more days?

It has optical digital audio out.

Good call. I meant 5.1 out.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 42s10 (European model, not neoPDP)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
"highest offering" from panasonic in dubai! :confused:

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
great picture for the price.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
wondering how much better the g10 picture is. the speakers are weak and size is a little small after you get used to it but I cant ask for more for the price.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
better blacks is my only complain.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
stop being racist and release your TV's in all countries the same.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
dark knight looked wonderful! and sd wasnt as bad as people described it.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
none so far, thank god.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
absolutely! much cheaper than LCD's.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
seriously, why doesnt panasonic release its high-end TV's in the middle east? why is the s10 its highest offering here? :mad:

1. Samsung pn58b650

2. pic quality reveiws.

3. Colors are great.

4. BUZZING IS GOD AWFUL!

5. A power supply that did not sound like a bumble bee.

6. Recall, the buzz is that bad... and well documented by many.

7. Buzz

8. BUZZZZZZZZ, I regret buying this plasma, I feel cheated.

9. No

10. Furious with Samsung, will buy panny next time.

Why not exchange it?

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P65V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
reviews, threads on this forum, personal research

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
picture quality;
size;
cool features like sd card, etc;
table-top stand was included with the tv in the box

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
ability to automatically have tv set to 'zoom' (or any other setting I select) when 4:3 is displayed - but that is minor

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How good the picture looked with blu-ray; unbelievable.
How good the picture looked for cable HD and SD (Very poor SD looks poor, but it did on my old tv as well).
How 'bright' the plasma could be set to with the appropriate settings; like an lcd/led (though I am currently running it a bit 'darker' to begin with).
How good the sound was from the tv; very good (even though I will eventually hook it up to my existing 5.1 sound system)

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
everything is relative;
but for this tv,
at this size (65"),
with these features,
in October 2009,
definitely yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
No doubt in my mind that this is a great tv; no regrets.
Highly recommended.

I have not changed a single picture setting and it looks great right out of the box. Will do some adjustments after the first 200 hours.

I have been looking for a 60"+ plasma for the past year.
Almost bought a pioneer, but when they anounced they were not making any more I dropped that option (personal choice).
Almost bought a panny 65pz850u earlier this year, but then heard about the new generation of panny plasmas coming out that were supposed to be a big step up in quality and engineering - glad I waited, as it appears to be a better picture and tv than the previous models (though the 65pz850u was still a nice tv).
Many threads ask about size: 58" or 60" or 65"; I say 65" (if you have the cash) is the way to go.
I got the panny rebate offer where: if you buy a panny plasma (like this model) with a panny dmp-bd60 blu-ray player you get $200 back; great deal.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
always comes on in 'standard' picture settings mode - but that is minor


Mine doesn't do that...always remembers the last setting

1. The "Model" you have.

Pioneer PRO-101FD

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

Had long wanted to get a Kuro, back from when I first saw a 5080. The 101 seemed particularly attractive because of its calibration options, and because it seemed like it was going to be the veritable "last and best" of the Pioneer plasma technology. The recent "fire sale" on 101's here in Canada sealed the deal.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.

Stunning, stunning film-like picture.

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

Haven't found anything yet.

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

It might mix and serve me a drink while I watch... otherwise, nothing.

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

Stay in the plasma business, keep making Kuros, but price them like Pannys. Oh well, too late.

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

Nothing, except perhaps that there was nothing wrong with it. After browsing all the horror stories on these forums, a first-time plasma buyer starts to expect that their set will almost certainly arrive with cracked glass, dead pixels, loud buzzing or a host of other issues. Mine was fine in every way.

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

That I spend too much time watching it.

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

Of course this question is completely relative to the individual, their means, and how highly they value plasmas. But considering how poorly the plasmas of even five or six years ago would compare to those of today, and yet how much higher the prices were, I have to say yes.

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

Thank you, Pioneer.

1. The "Model" you have.
Samsun PN50B550

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Best price/performance

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Excellent picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Fear of burn-in and IR

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Burn-in guarantee (guaranteed not to burn-in that is! LOL)

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Keep improving

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Real nervous about IR and Burn-in, now I'm starting to relax. Picture is so much better than LCD's in my price range

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

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it.
The proce for this set is worth it. Of course I would never mind paying less.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Break in picture settings? Bright - 50 and Contrast - 50 is too dark?

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50V10
2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Research, reviews, reputation. Seeing it for myself.
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The cleaning cloth is too small. :)
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A bigger cleaning cloth.
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Who me? Really,.....I'm not qualified. Maybe a bigger cleaning cloth.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How it looked right out of the box. Overall picture quality blew away my last HD TV.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None whatsoever. No IR, buzzing, or anything.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
In plasma, yes. To get close to the same picture with an LCD you have to spend more.
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Buy a bigger cleaning cloth. ;)
Thanks.

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TX-P50V10E

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Amazing reviews and features.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Screen size, pure 1080p beauty, lots of connectors, sleek design.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
So far nothing... :)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Nothing so far. I'm perfectly happy with what I'm using.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Do the 200hrs break-in at the factory, please...

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Nothing so far.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
I own it for 2 days so... no issues or problems yet. :)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Totally. At this price V10 is awesome considering how much it offers.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Read, read and read before you buy. Especially about the break-in period of the TV (the first 200 hours) because even though it's not needed for neoPDP V10 panels, it's still suggested in order to improve picture quality later (though I'm not sure if I'll be able to see any noticeable change with my bare eyes...)

1. The "Model" you have?
Pioneer Kuro 500m

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
Reading about it right here on AVS

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
The PQ

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
Hmmmm.... it's heavy?

5. What "Feature(s)" do you wish your Plasma had?
I wish it had all the unlocked settings available to access like the EU version.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Since it's Pioneer.. make plasmas again :D

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
The difference between PQ of it vs previous LCDs I've owned.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
Just got it yesterday, no problems so far.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
Absolutely, I got a good price on my 500m and I don't regret it at all.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
After much reading I have decided to burn in and use D-Nice's settings. I have also purchased ControlCAL to patch my 500m. I'm just happy this is how I will watch LOST:

http://i929.photobucket.com/albums/ad140/npcraig/P1010994.jpg

1. The "Model" you have?
Panasonic TC-P42S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
Picture quality in this overall form factor.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
It's size (i.e., it's easy to move about).

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
It's weight (when I move it (which is often), I wish it weighed less).

5. What "Feature(s)" do you wish your Plasma had?
None - it has what I need.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Make an OLED (or whatever) version.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
It looked as good as I'd hoped it would in the conditions under which I use it.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
Geez, YES!!!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I use this unit at the race track so I can quickly review my performance between sessions: 1 - Remove HD camcorder from car; 2 - Connect HD camcorder to Panny with HDMI 1.3b cable; 3 - Turn on HD camcorder; 4 - Press play on HD camcorder; 5 - Watch HD video while standing right in front of sharp 42" image. Elapsed time: 25 seconds. What's not to like!

[QUOTE=dradernh;17320838]1. The "Model" you have?
Samsung PN58B860

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
As far as picture quality ,its only second to the Pioneer Kuro in the world,aesthetically its number one by far.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
Its a piece of art in your house.

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

5. What "Feature(s)" do you wish your Plasma had?
A wireless model would have been better.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma?
Loose the buzzing clip the wires

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

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it?
Geez, YES!!!

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Yes i bought a Samsung DLNA usb wifi dongle and guess what i have wireless widgetss and can watch anything thats on my PC wireless,browse from the TV wireless,now which other manufacturer provides that,none,thank you thats all.Panasonic doesn`t have a swivel either.Neither does the Pioneer and none can match the slimness or aesthetics of this TV simply stunning and proven by HDTV shootout


Pioneer Plasma 9.5
Samsung Plasma 8.1
Panasonic Plasma 7.9
Toshiba LCD 7.4
LG Plasma 7.2
Samsung LCD 7.1
LG LCD 7.1
Sony LCD 6.2

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P54V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Replacing a Panasonic 42" Plasma. Been very happy with Panasonic and when I read the V10 reviews I decided to stick with Panny.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It's beautiful!

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

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.
Do the break in at the factory

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The codes all seem to be the same as my previous Panny, so didn't have to reprogram my Harmony remote

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I get a 20-30% discount direct from Panasonic through my employer, so while still pricey, it was a great deal relatively speaking.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I thought about getting an LED TV, but honestly, I was so happy with my former Panasonic plasma that it was just a no brainer for me to stick with Panasonic Plasma when I wanted a larger screen.

Been watching tv for a few days now, so time to add to this thread.

1. The "Model" you have?
Panasonic P42S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"?
Price and features. It was open box at Best Buy for almost the price of the X1, but with better picture quality (IMO) and 1080p thrown in.

3. What you like best about your Plasma?
The amazing picture! Even out of the box/store, the detail on the picture is great.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma?
A few color issues. Warm mode looks totally green to me and sometimes the reds seem to bleed into each other (watching the Niners play this weekend, it was the red on their uniform). I still have yet to really start tweeking the picture though.

5. What "Feature(s)" do you wish your Plasma had?
Analog audio out.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma?
Please pay a bit more attention to aesthetics. You wouldn't believe the issues I've had with my fiance over how much better the Samsung and LG sets looked in areas aside from their picture (stand, design, etc.).

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma?
Just how good my PS3 looked on it through HDMI. Awesome!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma?
I have one stuck pixel :mad: though it seems like it will do red and blue but not white or green.

9. Do you really think that today's "Prices" are worth it?
The only reason I started saving a few months ago was an article I saw about the Best HD tvs for under a grand. I could not believe I could get a 42" plasma for (then) $699! (FYI the top set was the X1). So yes, I would say so.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I'm still thrilled about the deal I got and the performance of the set. I have not had any issues so far with IR, heat, glare (same as the old CRT), or any of the other issues that I worried about before I bought a plasma. Not saying that I won't get them eventually, but so far either I have a great set or these issues are a bit overblown.

PANASONIC TX-P42S10 CALIBRATION 36 Minutes ago
New to the community and AV calibration- I am.


Hey there I have not come across my TV in the tweak selection so i decided to ask for help here.

Just purchased fresh out of the box PANASONIC TX-P42S10, yes yes i wanted the G10 but budgets got in the way..

Heres how you can help me:

1.
Best possible calibration for viewing dvd & blueray.

2.

Best possible calibration for viewing satellite TV (non HD)

3.
Best possible sound settings for A. movies(dvd,blueray) B.Satellite TV

4.
Now not calibration related: If any one has tips or tricks related to this TV, Dos and Donts/ Plasma cautions maintenance etc feel free to chuck some thought in.


-This same TV goes by different model names according to where you live.:
I think

1. TX-P42S10 (Us/Uk)

2. TH-P42S10D (sea)
3. TH-P42S10 (Rest of Asia)


The list is lengthy indeed but it would significantly help me and others to enjoy this TV to its maximum potential.
.

Feel free to PM me.
Thank YOU in advance for your input
Cheers~

jk

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic 58 800u

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
I had first bought a 58 Samsung A550 that had pink hue issues and had to replace it. I would have kept the Samsung if it didnt have this problem.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
NO ISSUES at all, works everytime.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Breakin period is long, I noticed a big change 4-6 months after I got it.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
its just fine as is.

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Its kind of dim compared to the last panasonic I had the 50px75u

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 its only going to get better.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
I now wish it was a 65.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a330/calgary2800/P1020064.jpg

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have. Samsung PN50B550T2F

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Picture quality and price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. The picture is amazing!! Love watching my hd programming, but even sd looks good. Even my Nintendo Wii that's connected using a video (yellow rca) looks great.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. n/a

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. it has everything i wanted

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. Wasn't expecting it to look better than it did on the sales floor. But it does. :-)

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. All my friends have LCDs and I was going to get one as well. But after seeing the plasma's picture quality I had to get one. Everyone thats worried about burn in just be careful and use common sense. Don't pause programs/games for long periods of time. And if you do need to pause a program/game, just turn the tv off. :-) I'm amaze how many of my friends didn't get plasma just because they feared burn in.


Also, whats the recommended settings for breakin. Right now I have the picture set on standard and the Energy Saver on medium. The picture with energy saver on is dimmer than when energy saver is off. Would that work for break in?

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer KRP-500M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Location, ah . .. . Image quality, image quality, image quality

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Image quality :D

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Slight buzzing, but hard to notice and it goes away if I enable Power Save 2 mode

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. 10 more inches

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Start up production again;, oh, and package it more securely

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. It was bigger in my room that I thought it would be - and smaller than my wife was expecting.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. See buzzing it above. Also, getting it set up, but that's more of an audio issue and has nothing to do with the plasma.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Well, I chose to buy it at today's prices so . . .

1. The "Model" you have.
Pasnaonic TC-P50G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Nearly all positive reviews. Performance. Decent price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Incredible picture. Blacks are amazing. High Def is so incredible on this set that it almost looks 3D

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Having to watch image retention

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Built-in stand alone wi-fi capability. Has wi-fi, but needs a router, Wish it didn't need anything else.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Offer a two year warranty

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The blacks are so deep, and the viewing angles are incredible. Excellent screen that really resists glare well in my well lit room.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Absolutely! But it can always be less which would make it even more of a value! $100 less would be great.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Great connectivity with all the right inputs for me!

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer Kuro Pro-141FD Monitor

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Seeing it in BestBuy, then seeing a floor model for a lot less money.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Absolutely beautiful picture.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Standard def looks bad, but it is not calibrated.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Speakers, to give my receive a break.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Get back in the plasma business!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How incredible the picture really is, in real life, not in the store.

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 can get a demo unit, absolutely.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
This is one bad A$$ display. If you can find one, grab it! I was on the fence for a long time, but I am SOOOO glad I jumped off!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P54S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
The balance of price vs. performance, it hit that bang-for-the buck sweet spot

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Everything except my answer to #4

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
The set seems a bit prone to IR so I'm always wary, especially since I've caught my father-in-law leaving the programming guide on-screen while not actually watching anything a few times... a few lectures from the wife and me fixed that though ;) (hopefully)

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Can't really think of anything I'd want that it doesn't already do... built-in DLNA media player support perhaps?

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Vouchers for a free calibration with every plasma purchase would sway some buyers methinks :D

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The picture quality, especially when gaming (PS3 stuff looks glorious)... this is my first plasma and now I don't think I can go back to anything else!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
It's been working flawlessly so far

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yup... the silver lining to a lousy economic climate is that everything usually gets cheaper :cool:

Woohoo, 1st post! :)

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer KRP-600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Performance of a 141FD but at a lower price point. I have zero need for speakers or a tuner.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. The black levels are out of this world. The TV appears to change size/aspect ratio when the lights are low because the black bars are almost completely indistinguishable from the bezel.

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

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. None, it has everything I want.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. It's a little late, but I would say fix the minor buzz issue.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. I read how black the blacks are, but once I setup it up and turned down the lights I was blown away.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Due to the fact Pioneer's are clearance priced, yes it's worth it.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. On top of getting a great deal on the monitor, the owner of the store I made the purchase from handed me the keys to his truck so that I could bring the unit home. He also sent one of his staff with me to help unload and inspect once I got the monitor home and unpacked. Now that's service!

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic TC-P42S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Consumer report and various online sites and good friend who "knows" plasmas.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Price, size, looks, and fits perfectly in my small living room

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Dark and often fuzzy looking. Does not appear as clear and defined as comparable Sony LCD. In fact the Panasonic looks clearly worse than my old 2003 Sanyo 30", HD CRT tv on both high definition and standard definition.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Controls or settings that would allow me to get a brighter picture with greater definition.

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. Poor picture performance on HD and Standard Definition.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. No.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.If anyone out knows some settings to try on this model, I'll give it a go before I return it to the store.

There is a good likelihood you are not actually feeding it an HD signal - that TV does HD quite well.

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have. Samsung PN50B860 (PDP)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Picture quality and price.

3. What you like best about your Plasma? HD is absolutely stunning on this set. I'm very pleased with the quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. n/a

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma. It is sleek, and quite wonderful.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Nothing...

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. None at this point (<24 hours in my house).

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

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. Let's just say, everyone who has seen it to this point raves about the picture. I'm quite a happy camper. :) Obviously, I'm still in the honeymoon phase. ;)

Tell me the following:

1. The "Model" you have.
Pioneer KRP-600M

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
best of the best

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
black levels and depth of picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
wish it were bigger

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
nothing I wish it had that it doesn't

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
keep making displays. I would like a more matte'd bezel.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
no real surprises..

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... much less than I paid for my 151 last yr

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Buy a Kuro while you still can

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50X1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
What you get for the price. There is no convincing reason to spend more for a better spec'd model.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
It looks great, obviously, and it's surprisingly well-made (given its price).

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
I've connected it to a Kill-A-Watt meter and seen it draw nearly 400 watts of power (during one of those pure-white background Apple ads). Black level is only settable when you use external inputs, not the tuner.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More image adjustments in the menu. PC input.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Shiny plastic looks nice and "modern" but does it ever attract and show dust!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
The amount of detail even though it's "just" 720p...don't see how 1080p could improve things. SD content does not look as horrid as I had feared it would.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Adding/deleting channels via the menus is a cumbersome process especially when the auto program falsely identifies static as a real channel.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Worth it? They're a steal. I can't believe my set only cost $799.99.

getting 3 posts. sorry for spam

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P46G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Reviews on CNET, Plasma TV buying guide and customers impressions on AVSForum

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

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
No USB drive support for photos and videos.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
More advanced adjustment settings in user menu and USB support.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Please support USB drive, it's more universal and common than SD cards. Please offer the uppper series in smaller size. I would have get a V10 if available in 46" size. Space availability and integration in existent furniture is something many people have to deal with!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
With plasma I was expecting so-so image quality in daytime. Actually I am quite impressed by the picture contrast and brightness in day light, it's much better than my former tube Sony XBR.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Paid 1600$cdn. Sure, considered I paid 2800$ for a tube 32" Sony XBR in 2001

Hi
My Plasma is very good. I am satisfy my plasma..

1. The "Model" you have.
Panny TH-50PHD6UY

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Research on AVS .
3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture quality on HD and DVD performance.
4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Reflection of screen in my very bright viewing room. Did not notice this in viewing this display at least 3 times before purchase.
5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
Composite and S video connection work at the same time. I have to use one or the other.
6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Reduce the Reflection of screen.
7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
How nice this set looks on my wall the thin black frame.
8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
Reduce the Reflection of screen for day time use.
9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
The prices could be lower.
10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.

1. The "Model" you have. Samsung PN42B450

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Favorable reviews & price

3. What you like best about your Plasma. That new tv smell & sd channels look way better on it than my more expensive 1080p lcd.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. The tv wants to sit crooked in the stand and not until I "adjusted" the screws would it become level.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Wish it came with a beer fetching monkey. Actually, compared to my friend's 5 year old samsung plasma this one has a wealth of features.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Make sure the tv sits level when placed in the stand.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. That it didn't come with a beer fetching monkey! and it emits almost no heat! seriously, this thing runs cool.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. The stand i guess.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. They could always be less.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. Was a toss up between this model and the same sized panasonic x1. sears had them side by side and the samsung had just a little more punch to picture. plus it was only $29 more than the panny.

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer Kuro Pro-151FD

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Reviews, owners comments

3. What you like best about your Plasma. The PQ is fantastic.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. The extra-wide mounting hole layout

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

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

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. The sensitivity of the OTA tuner. It picks up more channels than my DirectTV DVR. Also, the manufacturing date of 10/08.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. For the most part, yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. It is a shame that Pioneer decided to cease production of their plasma screens. Who knows how much better they could have gotten.

1. Panasonic S1 50"

2. Panasonic's 12th gen, surely they have it right by now? Hehe. Wanted plasma, did not like the other offerings(Samsung, LG), could not afford Pioneer, did like the S1's picture.

3. The picture quality + with the screen size + with the way a football game looks on it + with the price I paid= me very happy.

4. Wish it had more ways to adjust the image(color adjustments and so on). I'm the kind of guy who'll be more than happy to spend as much time tweaking the image as I do actually watching anything on it.

5. Wireless networking(unrestricted, ie not just for Netflix). Honestly, all home electronics should come with wireless networking at this point in time. Except maybe for the cheapest of the cheap stuff.

6. Don't focus on proprietary features ala Viera this and Viera that. Make it all open access, similar to open source in computer software. Recognize that there are lots of customers out there who will be using their own remotes, networks, and so on to do things with. They couldn't care less about Viera link, but they WILL take notice of electronic components that play nice with any other components, regardless of manufacturer.

7. The short amount of time it took to go from "OMG, this thing is monstrously huge" to "meh, it kinda looks smaller than I thought it'd be"...and yes this is referring to the television.

8. Figuring out which aspect ratio format(Zoom, Full, Just, etc) looks best with which input source.

9. Yeah, today's prices are a good spot to jump in, which is why I did at this time. Cheaper is better obviously, but I think HDtvs are in the 'reasonable price' range finally.

10. Off angle viewing is great as promised, glare is not an issue with closed blinds. The fan does make noise that is audible to within about four feet. Dvd upscaling, done by this television and not the player, surprised me with how good it looks. SD television, source FIOS, looks pretty crappy in comparison though. HD of course looks sweet.

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic 50G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". This site and other research

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Better picture for the money.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.Break in period - just being safe.

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

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.
None thus far. Nice picture. Great color.

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

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

Yes.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Got it from Vann's and their service was exemplary.

1. The "Model" you have. LG 50PS70

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". the features, PQ compared to similarly priced tvs

3. What you like best about your Plasma. the amount fo inputs and the image quality

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. it(the tv) doesnt like static images that much

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
reduce the TIR on the the PS series

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. none

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. no problem so far, and hopefully none in the next 5 years :)

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. not in Canada. overall, yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. none:)

1. The "Model" you have. Pioneer PDP-C509 50" Kuro (Australian model)

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Um, its a KURO!

3. What you like best about your Plasma. The image quality.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. Screen Retention just makes me nervous...

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Wish they kept the 'Home Media Gallery' in this model, but not a deal breaker.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Shoulda kept making them!

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. That I could lift into place on my own!

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. Brand new, too soon to tell.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Hard to say, got this one at a knockdown price but was still expensive compared to others. Worth it though.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. Amazed at the image and its not been 24 hours!

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50G10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"
LCDs available locally looked awful; Cnet posted a glowing review about the G10s

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Picture is fantastic

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
It wasn't free

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacturer" about your Plasma.
Add wifi

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

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Yes
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1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic TC-P65V10

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Price/Quality ratio. Good reviews in AVS.

3. What you like best about your Plasma. Picture quality and size.

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

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

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. use anti-static treatment in the plastic frame & stand.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. No surprises, I was ready for what I got.

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.

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic TC-P50G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Picture quality, features & price.

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

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. No.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Wireless internet connection
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6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Netflix connection in Viera Link.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. Good picture for much less money than LCDs.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma. Big problem, 2 days after viewing it stopped working. won't power on at all..

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

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

1. The "Model" you have.
Panasonic TC-P50G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
Positive reviews, great all-around performance, good value for money in this size.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
Superb picture quality, Fabulous viewing angles

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
Nothing yet, I am in the honeymoon period

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
USB device support, built-in wifi, expandable Viera cast, Auxiliary input

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
Upgrade Viera cast to support more stuff, include a HD Demo DVD/Blu-ray/SD card

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
Picture quality, it was truly breath-taking. Absolutely awesome viewing angles.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma.
None technical, there are some reflections during daytime viewing due to large blinds but not too concerning.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
Most electronic devices loose their value over time anyway, so today's prices are worth it to someone who needs that item today, not in the distant future.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Got a free Panasonic DMP-BD60 Blu-ray player along with the TV, excellent overall promotion.

There it goes, my first post on AVS Forum. Thanks everyone in this community for their feedback.

1. The "Model" you have.
A: TC-P48G15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
A: Much research suggested best bang for your buck.

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
A: Picture quality, smart looking TV.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
A: Nothing as of yet.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
A: USB port. More picture adjustment options.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
A: Same as A:5

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
A: Image quality.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it.
I guess it's all relative.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
A: I thought reflections during the day would be worse.

1. The "Model" you have.
A: tc-p46g15

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model".
A: good reviews, good picture, great price (got it priced matched to the p46g10 on sale for 1020$)

3. What you like best about your Plasma.
its big, great picture

4. What you don't like about your Plasma.
the sound is average

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had.
better sound, wifi capabilities

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma.
a mechanism to tilt and rotate the tv

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma.
easy setup, 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.
yes

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged.
Viera cast is a great feature. I wish hulu was available on viera cast, and that the youtube app offered more options.

1. The "Model" you have? - Pioneer KRP 500M.

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model"? - It has been said to be the best of the best.

3. What you like best about your Plasma? - The black levels are crazy.

4. What you don't like about your Plasma? - I see phosphor trails. I didn't see them on a Samsung PN50B560 so that is a little disappointing.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had? - No phosphor trails.

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma? - Well if Pioneer was still making tv's I would tell them to fix the phosphor trail problem.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma? - Phosphor trails... lol And that the blacks were so black.

8. What "Problems or Issues" have you had with your Plasma? - Do I need to go there? Phosphor trails.

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it? - Well I remember paying $2g's for a Sony 34" XBR years ago so I guess the prices aren't as bad as some might think.

10. Any additional information that you want to add is encouraged. - Nothing at the moment. Hopefully after some more hours of use the phosphor trails will decrease.

1. The "Model" you have. Panasonic P58S1

2. What convinced you to purchase this particular "Model". Damn good picture and size for the price

3. What you like best about your Plasma. That I can see it unlike the old DLP I had

4. What you don't like about your Plasma. That it makes the 42" Panasonic plasma I have downstairs look small.

5. What "Feature(s)" you wish your Plasma had. Netflix streaming built in

6. What advice or suggestion would you make to the "Manufacture" about your Plasma. Make them bigger and cheaper or else I can't upgrade.

7. What was your biggest "Surprise" after you received your Plasma. It made my old 56" DLP look like a turd.

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

9. Do you really think that todays "Prices" are worth it. Hell yeah, my old tv was traded in under an extended warranty and I spent less than $600 to get this tv. Money well spent. Plus consumer reports says that plasmas are far more reliable then dlp's so I will not get an extended warranty.