TV Recommendations

[kaiser78]

Was going to go for one of the Panasonic 42" numbers but took last minute decision to go for a Sony 40" (KDL40V4000) after seeing on offer in local shop and then researching - includes tv / stand / 5 year warranty / delivery & install all for £650.

Bought on Monday, delivered and running on Tuesday. Excellent tv at bargain price.

[VectraMan]

I'm currently looking at two Samsung monitors, and they're excellent. But you want different things from a TV. I'm inclined to stick with my Sony brand loyalty when it comes to TVs, though I want to have a good look at Pansonic too.

When I bought my current Sony 24" WS CRT (about 10 years ago), I went into Currys where there were about 10 different similar spec TVs, and straight off I pointed at the Sony and said "I want that one", because it stood out as having a far superior picture to all the others. Cost £50-£100 more, but as I've been looking at it for 10 years that barely matters.

And I'm still very happy with it today.

[Durbs]

Check out SAMSUNG LCD screens.

+1 for the shiny black Samsungs, always been very chuffed with mine, they are renowned for knowing how to knock up an LCD panel.

Recent Gadget Show episode really rated the Sony Bravia (sp?) tellies though.

[voodooflux]

Pinoeer Kuro is the only one worth getting, I have a 5090 and it is lush! Pinoeer also sell a freeview/dvd/hard drive box that produces an increadbly clear picture.

I wouldn't want to go back to anything else.

You need to get a Kuro quick though because they are no longer going to make thier own screens, the next generation are likely to be not as good.

The Pioneer Kuro range are indeed excellent - I have my eye on the more recent KRP-500M panel (supposedly even better than the already excellent 5090) but can't justify upgrading from my 507XD yet *

* But I'm sure I could if I tried hard enough.

The next generation will be based on Panasonic panels with Pioneer electronics (Pioneer is basically stepping down from panel manufacture). The two companies are supposed to be combining some of their R&D efforts so hopefully some of the Pioneer panel tech will make it's way into the core panels.

[Ardesco]

Pinoeer Kuro is the only one worth getting, I have a 5090 and it is lush! Pinoeer also sell a freeview/dvd/hard drive box that produces an increadbly clear picture.

I wouldn't want to go back to anything else.

You need to get a Kuro quick though because they are no longer going to make thier own screens, the next generation are likely to be not as good.

[Addanc]

Check out SAMSUNG LCD screens.

[d000hg]

Oh no it isn't. Etc.

HD ready is only half-HD. You're being short changed.

I've been tempted to splash the cash on a new TV (maybe visit all the closing down sales in January), but I have this common sense voice in the back of my head telling me there's nothing wrong with the one I've got and I should instead save the money to protect against future bench time. Is there something wrong with me?

Technically even a top-spec 46" TV is only 2-4 days work depending on your rate so will buying one really make a huge difference to your bench fund? It will certainly make being on the bench less intolerable.

[VectraMan]

Normal digital TV will be grainy on a full HD TV, so if you aren't using a high definition source - i.e. a few HD satellite channels, Blu Ray or gaming then go for a "HD ready" and not a full HD TV as the picture will be better.

Oh no it isn't. Etc.

HD ready is only half-HD. You're being short changed.

I've been tempted to splash the cash on a new TV (maybe visit all the closing down sales in January), but I have this common sense voice in the back of my head telling me there's nothing wrong with the one I've got and I should instead save the money to protect against future bench time. Is there something wrong with me?

[FarmerPalmer]

I want to treat myself to a new TV - am looking at 42" plasma either Panasonic, Sony or Toshiba and am confused about the various types of variants that are on offer for each model per screen size.

I am not interested in gaming, I just the TV for every day viewing. Any recommendations or offers that anyone can put forward ? Does it have to be1080 or 760 ?

Normal digital TV will be grainy on a full HD TV, so if you aren't using a high definition source - i.e. a few HD satellite channels, Blu Ray or gaming then go for a "HD ready" and not a full HD TV as the picture will be better.

That's what I did - I have a Panasonic TH42PX80B, input from Humax PVR and Denon 1940 upscaling DVD player, sounds via Onkyo receiver and Mordant Short 5.1 speakers.

Plasma is best from 42" upwards - Large LCDs are new technology - they've been making 42" Plasmas for years - so know how to do it well.

and another vote for AVForums

[voodooflux]

check out www.avforums.com for all your AV-onics

WHS

[Solidec]

Depends what kind of TV you will be watching.

Any HD content? Virgin or Sky HD box?
Blu ray player?

Either way, value for money is best in LCD televisions these days. They draw less power and offer better resolutions at lower prices.

I wouldnt spend more than £600 on a 40" to 42" TV at todays prices, huge discounts available on top brands.

http://www.johnlewis.com/230552884/P...chTerm=40v4000

Sony
Samsung
Toshiba
Panasonic
Phillips

check out www.avforums.com for all your AV-onics

[voodooflux]

1080p. Forget plasmas, they are only better than the best lcd's at 50" and above.

Really? Do explain.

[BolshieBastard]

1080p. Forget plasmas, they are only better than the best lcd's at 50" and above.

Go for a tosh or panasonic.

[kaiser78]

I want to treat myself to a new TV - am looking at 42" plasma either Panasonic, Sony or Toshiba and am confused about the various types of variants that are on offer for each model per screen size.

I am not interested in gaming, I just the TV for every day viewing. Any recommendations or offers that anyone can put forward ? Does it have to be1080 or 760 ?