Panasonic 2010 Plasma Models - Page 130

If it were me, I'd pick the G25.

Well you could hold out for the 54" G25 from Cleveland Plasma... April maybe?

I understand how sheilding can help.
However, I think it is time for a new term: Cord'ers

- Rich

If it wasn't $500 more than the 50" version, I'd be all about it. I've been trying to keep this purchase as close to $1,500 as possible.

When watching a Letterbox Movie OR a Non-HD TV Show, what is the Best color to have the Bars to prevent damage to the Plasma ?

As long as you are not watching nothing but bar'd material, you can leave it black. If you have bars showing a lot of the time, then a light shade of gray is preferable because it works the phosphors and doesn't cause IR. However, if all you are doing is watching the occasional show or movie, then leaving it black is perfectly fine.

I've been researching the Panasonic VT series since CES 2010, and currently waiting for the 54 inch to hit the shelves. I would would prefer a 58 or 65 inch but I'll wait for more info on the March 10 panasonic/BB de-briefing before I make my decision. My delima is that I've also been keeping close tabs on Toshiba Cell TV, and im reading it's due sometime in September of 2010. After seeing first hand what the cell processor is capable of in the ps3, I'm already considering the posibility of picking up a VT series and posibly returning it for the Toshiba Cell TV. (if it turns out to be a winner)

D-Nice: Do you know anything about the Cell TV?

Thanks.

By "Light Shade of Grey", do you mean a Very Dark Grey, or a Bright Grey Closer to White ?

I'd go with a 75% gray which is closer to white than black, but not too close. :-)

Rich, you don't understand. For some people, the laws of physics as we know them don't apply because those people live in an alternate universe.

Larry

Do we have any pics of what the bezel will look like on the 2010 V series?

Larry, I think you guys are in the alternate universe. Maybe it is not the power cables but the HDMI or composite cables you are using. My romex and $2.00 electrical outlet are not shielded, are yours? I'm not saying not to use a good surge protector/power block, if that is what you are talking about, but I will not be rewiring all of the power cables to each component to shield them.

Digits are digits. If the digital data can be transmitted through a piece of string, the signal can be reproduced without any distortion or change.

Larry

Thanks, again.

Also, I have been told that 55% Contrast for break-in period. Is that correct ? If so, how many hours ?

You prob don't need to go that low. I'd say in the 60s is cool. Normal breakin takes from 200-300 hrs.

I am almost certainly going to wait one more year before buying a TV....

This rising black issue has turned me off completely....

I believe THX is around 60, isn't it ?

If so, it sounds like I'm set from the start.

Contrast should be set to the level in which gamma remains the same throughout the upper end of the gray scale. To do it yourself, you can use a ramp pattern and do it by eye. The best way to set it of course is via a calibration.

To be honest I didn't reduce my contrast below the level I determined from my calibration from day one and never had a problem. It's more about ensuring that no static images stay on screen for long periods of time.

Thanks, that's good to know. I appreciate your insight.

I'm by no means an AV expert, though I was an early adapter of plasma. I traded a Panny 46G15 up to a Samsung 50B860 (for size), loved the PQ of the Samsung, but the heat and buzz really turned me off (both issues actually lead to my discovery of this website). Traded the 860 for the 50G25 and have to say I love the picture quality of this set. Sure the blacks may degrade and I'm waiting as patiently as possible for some insight into how to adjust the pro settings for more accurate color, but the picture even now is very clear and very "natural" for lack of a better word. Samsung was brighter and more colorful out of the box but not as realistic IMO.

Anyway, a very happy 50G25 owner at present until I decide I need a 58".....

but in my eyes panasonic G25 looks much brighter than samsung B860 and maybe much brighter than most LCDs

By the way, just got back from a RealD presentation of Alice in Wonderland....

LOVED the movie and I really liked the 3D effects......they also had the new Tron Legacy preview, which was awesome...

I want this experience in my home so I talked to my wife and so we are going to wait until next year to get a 2nd generation 3D set from either Panasonic or Samsung....

I now want to get a 60+ inch model and I am sure the prices will go down next year along with more refined tech...

The fact the Pioneer Kuros will FINALLY be beaten in 2011 is only the icing on the cake

same
check out the thread about LG, i just posted some prices here in belgium (europe) and a release date

Definitely it's a highly personal decision. In a bright room and/or viewing only sports/video games/bright/full 16:9 content the rise probably wouldn't be noticeable. Or again, for some the glories of 3D will more than compensate for the MLL rise. So some people will get a VT and use it happily for years and years.

I have nothing in principle against 2010 Panasonic plasma despite the design flaw of the rising idle blacks. I would consider a G20 as a cheaper stopgap TV -- but these models have no watchable 24fps mode. For me that's something I just can't give up (I'm a Blu-ray addict) -- even my existing crummy LCD can do 24fps. So I'm looking at LG because apparently 3:3 (72Hz) is implemented this year.

I just read that the panny VT25 will be hitting the USA in a week and will be bundled with a blue ray player (DMP-BDT350 Blu-ray player). Not sure if this is accurate information, or what not.

Im not sure of forum rules, so im going to refrain from posting the link (unless otherwise corrected) to the article that was posted today. But here is the quote... "In case you were thinking of cracking open the piggy bank for a 3D plasma HDTV some time soon, there’s some good news: Panasonic’s VT25 systems will be arriving in the US this week and cheaper than the prices they went for in Japan"


"the VT25 display is available in five sizes, ranging from 50- to 65- inches wide. Starting Wednesday, March 10, the VT25 bundle package includes 3D plasma screen, a DMP-BDT350 Blu-ray player and active shutter glasses. Now in Japan, that whole kit was selling for ¥430,000 ($4,766). In the United States, the whole package will sell at about $3,000."

Sorry if this is false or if its old information. I am really into the technology buzz.

Do you think 72Hz will be enough to eliminate the visible flicker?
I am so used to LCDs, that when I look at the current plasma screens
(even @60Hz) I notice flickering.

Regarding your question. I was looking into this since I was curoius as well. I was told 72Hz could still and probably would produce flicker. I was then told for the best 24p playback, 96Hz is the way to go. But this is not for certain. Other, more experienced members will hopefully know the answer.

However, I am not sure on this issue. Just what I was told.

Thanks, did the notice say just hitting the USA in general or did it indicate a specific release such as BB?

Hi Jimmy -

It just said the USA in general. Sorry. I would post the link, but im not sure on AVS forums rules, nor do I know if the website is saying reliable information.

Pioneer Kuro featured the 24P 3:3 pulldown, so you might want to inquire from Kuro owners, if they experienced any flicker at 72Hz.


http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/St...&V_PRO-111.pdf