Plasma or LCD?......

Simple really, I don't know where to start with telly's etc...
I'm looking for a new TV for the lounge (prob. wall mounted). I'm thinking around 42", and hopefully be able to be viewed from an angle.
Is it possible to get wireless speakers etc, for the sound, we just had everywhere plastered and I don't want to be chasing wires into the new walls! :shock:
Any advice much appreciated.
I'm looking for a new TV for the lounge (prob. wall mounted). I'm thinking around 42", and hopefully be able to be viewed from an angle.
Is it possible to get wireless speakers etc, for the sound, we just had everywhere plastered and I don't want to be chasing wires into the new walls! :shock:
Any advice much appreciated.
Start with a budget, finish with a mortgage!
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You can get wireless speakers;
Quick search found these: http://www.eldonelectricals.co.uk/catalogue.php?iID=3907&tduid=648274de2a926a9f32aec493f6255d91
There are others you can get, just need to search
http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll59 ... G_1243.jpg
and yes there are some Wireless kits but.... are you going for surround etc?
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This is a project starting from scratch...No sources.....All new, which is why I'm so concerned to get it right first time.
So, now we've established that, what surround sound etc, would you recommend.
Now, I've stopped looking at wireless, there's probably much better quality in using a wired system.
HELP me, guys/girls!! :oops:
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Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
Budget about £1000ish for LCD/Plasma telly + whatever it takes (reasonable) to make up the rest of the package. No longer looking at wireless, though.
Room Size: 7m x 3.5m ( approx.). The TV will be wall mounted on one long wall, with us viewing it seated against the other long wall (Make sense), about 3-3.5m ditance between TV and viewers.
Samsung make some great LCD's got mine for the World cup a few years ago and best tele ive ever had!
Generally for me, on a 42" on a budget: Plasma.
If you've got a more open budget you can a fantastic LCD which outrivals a Plasma and other LCD's, but you need to pay more for that technology. For a cheaper TV, defo a plasma.
In short: £1700 to spend = LCD
Less than £1200 to spend = plasma (can pick one up for £500-600 i think)
Surround sound suggested already, but have you considered 2.1 systems. Some systems give you pretty good surround sound using a 5.1 amplifier but 2 speakers. Again budget needs to be know. Cheap 2.1 needs a square room with you in the centre, a more expensive system isn't quite as specific and allows for any room type.
As for the surround sound specs:
We have a long lounge (7m x 3-3.5m), in which we spend most time at one end of, the other being a dining area.
Thinking of putting the TV in the centre of the long (flat) wall, on a wall bracket that will alllow it to swivel out for viewing.
The surround sound speakers will have to be placed, primarily in the seating area.
Not sure whether to get an all-in-one set, or buy seperates.
As for budget, the TV will be upto +/- £1000, the rest will be in line with that.
My head hurts!! :? :?
or go for an all in one box.
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
Three of my mates have bought the same after watching DVDs on it.
I wall mounted one for my brother in law and used a wall bracket from B&Q. Half the price of the comet bracket.
get a copy of What Hi-Fi sound and vision. Great reviews and advice. I've even given the writers a call and had good advice over the phone.
I got a good bargain at Comet as I walked in with the cash, Got the TV a large stand and a surround sound DVD system for £950.
I think I'll get the kids a PS3 for christmas and thats the Blue Ray taken care of.
I've looked on the What HiFi website, plenty of reviews etc, there. Too much info, really, I could get into a lot of trouble buying all the nice stuff that suddenly I feel I need! :twisted:
Both the Panasonic and the Sony are highly rated, just a choice as to LCD or Plasma, I'll see where the best deal lies, when I get home.
I'm not into gaming, but will be looking at Blu Ray as an extra!
Then there's the surround sound....All in one, or sperates....There goes the budget, again.
No wonder I never get sent to do the shopping!
http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll59 ... G_1243.jpg
As mentioned before, you pay for what you get.
Do you buy a Fiesta or a Porsch?
Set your budget and stick to it.
Edit: Panasonic for me from those options
I was thinking more of an Audi!
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Well, I've committed to a telly...
Panasonic TH42PZ81B
I'm toying with two different Sony surround sounds. Not sure if I can really justify a big system, as we don't watch too many movies, so my choice at the mo, is a Sony DAV-F200 (2.1), or, Sony DAV-IS10 (5.1). Both have 5 stars in What HiFi, and are not too obtrusive.... :roll:
Be aware of these limitations.
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
Can you recommend a system that can do these things, plus give a very good performance, for similar cash...£700ish?
Nice choice on the TV.
I would scrap the idea of 2.1 personally and go straight for the 5.1. You really will be impressed
http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll59 ... G_1243.jpg
http://www.play.com/Electronics/Electronics/4-/5599155/-/Product.html?searchstring=sony+htss1300&searchsource=0[url][/url]
most tv channels are only 2.1 anyways (music channels an exception) and a 5.1 surround would only replicate the sound into multi stereo (all the speakers are playing the same noise but it seems louder as the whole room is filled with the same sounds)
Most TV channels are just 2 and most 5.1 amps will mix to at least 5.1.
Oh and that Sony is nothing like 1000w it is just a figure that they have manipulated.
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
but its not true 5.1 surround (but i'm pretty sure thats what i said above,,,)
and how have they manipulated it?
Although not strictly 5.1 it is still far superior to the standard sound that comes from your TVs 2 speakers and still worth getting
http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll59 ... G_1243.jpg
As mentioned already have a look on AV Forums, and decide on a budjet and stick to it, or you can go a little mad! I shudder to think how much i have spent on AV gear over the years :shock: