The TV Thread - LCD, LED etc.

theEnd · 15th February 2009, 20:24

Is there any full HD plasma for sale in India (official) in the 40"/42"/46" range? Panasonic doesn't seem to be selling full HD plasmas under 50".

I need to buy one ASAP. I dont watch a lot of tv but do watch at least one movie every week.

kb100 · 15th February 2009, 20:29

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Originally Posted by theEnd

Is there any full HD plasma for sale in India (official) in the 40"/42"/46" range? Panasonic doesn't seem to be selling full HD plasmas under 50".

I need to buy one ASAP. I dont watch a lot of tv but do watch at least one movie every week.

If you don't watch much TV and you use this largely for movies, you will be better off buying a 720p or 1080p LCD projector. Will be cheaper and much larger than 50"!! Not to mention this will be a cheaper option as well! (of course you can spend bucketloads buying eclectic projectors - as you can TVs)

anupmathur · 15th February 2009, 20:50

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Originally Posted by theEnd

I need to buy one ASAP. I dont watch a lot of tv but do watch at least one movie every week.

LOL, I hope you are not competing here! There are peoples present here who watch at least one movie a day!

jassi · 15th February 2009, 21:35

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Originally Posted by anupmathur

LOL, I hope you are not competing here! There are peoples present here who watch at least one movie a day!

more than one movie a day, mostly dvd quality or 720p and once a week bluray 1080p - basically its left playing in the background once I come back from office and if its good and I have no office work I watch with concentration.

For the times I watch properly, I would say 720p content is good enough - 1080p or full hd makes no sense atleast at 42" and a distance of 5-6 feet

anupmathur · 15th February 2009, 22:11

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Originally Posted by jassi

For the times I watch properly, I would say 720p content is good enough -

Couldn't agree more!
A lot of it is in the mind, LOL! Let the brain get some exercise too! Has an amazing capability to fill up the blanks!

theEnd · 15th February 2009, 22:15

I wish I could watch a movie a day. Work means that Monday to Friday is pretty much a write-off. I do remember averaging a movie a day when I was much younger.

kb100, I did indeed think about getting a projector, but I want something that can indeed double up as a regular TV and doesn't require a fully darkened room. I also have some space/arrangement constraints that make a projector setup somewhat difficult.

Certainly want a full HD plasma screen. Very much looking forward to making the most of BluRay as it becomes more common.

Any ideas?

anupmathur · 15th February 2009, 22:18

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Originally Posted by theEnd

I wish I could watch a movie a day. Work means that Monday to Friday is pretty much a write-off. I do remember averaging a movie a day when I was much younger.

It'll happen again when you get much older! That'll be theBeginning of theEND!!

reitz · 15th February 2009, 22:55

Hi Friends

We were shopping for LCD yesterday and came across few models that were below 25000

LCD Gurus please review these and post your openions

Videocon HAUTE - 32 inch LCD - Vijay Sales - 24,000/-
- This was placed adjacent to LG, PANASONIC, SAMSUNG and SONY and the dealer was playing Full HD SONY Demo on all.
- I found Videocon outperform Samsung and LG(Scarlet), perfect in sync with Panasonic and Sony.

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Moser Baer - 32 inch LCD - CROME - 24000/-
A Grade Panel

VU - 32 inch LCD - CROME - 24000/-
A Grade Panel

AOC L327A31 - 32 inch LCD - Reliance Mart - 22,070/-

Personally I am attracted to Videocon and VU

Please provide your complete review on all models...

theEnd · 16th February 2009, 20:05

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Originally Posted by msdivy

Surprisingly PY800 series wasn't available. How much would PY800 42" cost?

Another case of manufacturers shafting the Indian consumer.

Panasonic doesn't sell its full HD 42" or 46" plasmas in India, although they have been available elsewhere for almost a whole year. I called them up sometime in November and received very vague responses from the India head office.

As far as I know, the 42PY800 (or equivalent) is still not available in India. Neither is the 46PY800 (or equivalent). And forget about the THX certified screens.

If its not available by May, I'll be buying a Sony LCD (full HD).

Tarun · 17th February 2009, 14:02

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Originally Posted by madbullram

Mate,
I would pick Pana 32 its a stunning TV. My friend had the same predicament and in overall rating Pana won. We got it for 30k from J D Electronics. If you want the same price, contact Vaibhav of J D Electronics (91-92822 14702) and refer my name or our forum. He delivers it across India and I and few of our members are impressed with his service.

Thanks. The decision was made and I picked Panasonic too.
The difference was evitable with Samsung LA32A330 displaying on one side and playing One DVD with output on both and similar setting. The sound output from both is something that is not worth mentioning.

Otherwise, Panasonic was outright winner. Paid 31990/- and with a gift voucher of 1600/- and additionally opted for a two year warranty at 2000 bucks from Croma. Since I had to buy quickly, did not call the contact you provided madbullram.

Thanks to all for your suggestions.

Tarun

bobster · 19th February 2009, 00:14

hi Spyder,
i say go for Sony Bravia S400 series, its has decent contrast ratio of 1:15000 , good sound and amazingly vibrant colours. should cost you around 36K-38K, if you need any other details then PM me..

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Originally Posted by Spyder

Hi all,

I'm interested in immediately purchasing a 32" LCD TV for home. I've seen the Samsung, LG, Sony, Sharp and even Videocon (seems they are in collaboration with Toshiba)!

I'm currently tilting towards the Samsung Bordeaux (70k MRP + Tata Sky + free fitting) or LG (65 Exhibition price + free fitting). The others were not as impressive..either too costly or lacking performance. Would like to check Panasonic and maybe Philips too.

Any quick suggestions or reviews on which will be a good 32" LCD buy will be appreciated.

Cheers,
Spyder

gigy · 19th February 2009, 18:38

whats the best buy in 25k range? do we get panasonic lx 75 now?

Dr.Sumit Bhatti · 20th February 2009, 03:50

Great Deal: I have just purchased a Panasonic Viera TH-42PV8D 42" Plasma TV for Rs. 44,000/- all inclusive. : )

IMP · 20th February 2009, 17:46

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Originally Posted by Dr.Sumit Bhatti

Great Deal: I have just purchased a Panasonic Viera TH-42PV8D 42" Plasma TV for Rs. 44,000/- all inclusive. : )

Sweet deal, first one in Pune IMO to get a good price, more details please, which dealer?

Today there is a ad in newspaper PV8 for 49,999 under exchange of 29" crt.

and how about a PV7 for 64k from ezone?

aadix · 20th February 2009, 23:03

guys, any price updates on the 50" panny plasma?

15th February 2009, 20:24	#2491
theEnd BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 534 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	Is there any full HD plasma for sale in India (official) in the 40"/42"/46" range? Panasonic doesn't seem to be selling full HD plasmas under 50". I need to buy one ASAP. I dont watch a lot of tv but do watch at least one movie every week.
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15th February 2009, 22:15	#2496
theEnd BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 534 Thanked: 8 Times View My Garage	I wish I could watch a movie a day. Work means that Monday to Friday is pretty much a write-off. I do remember averaging a movie a day when I was much younger. kb100, I did indeed think about getting a projector, but I want something that can indeed double up as a regular TV and doesn't require a fully darkened room. I also have some space/arrangement constraints that make a projector setup somewhat difficult. Certainly want a full HD plasma screen. Very much looking forward to making the most of BluRay as it becomes more common. Any ideas?
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15th February 2009, 22:55	#2498
reitz BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 66 Thanked: 7 Times	32 LCD Under 25000 Hi Friends We were shopping for LCD yesterday and came across few models that were below 25000 LCD Gurus please review these and post your openions Videocon HAUTE - 32 inch LCD - Vijay Sales - 24,000/- - This was placed adjacent to LG, PANASONIC, SAMSUNG and SONY and the dealer was playing Full HD SONY Demo on all. - I found Videocon outperform Samsung and LG(Scarlet), perfect in sync with Panasonic and Sony. Moser Baer - 32 inch LCD - CROME - 24000/- A Grade Panel VU - 32 inch LCD - CROME - 24000/- A Grade Panel AOC L327A31 - 32 inch LCD - Reliance Mart - 22,070/- Personally I am attracted to Videocon and VU Please provide your complete review on all models...
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19th February 2009, 18:38	#2502
gigy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: mumbai Posts: 1,321 Thanked: 47 Times	whats the best buy in 25k range? do we get panasonic lx 75 now?
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20th February 2009, 03:50	#2503
Dr.Sumit Bhatti BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 93 Thanked: 34 Times	Great Deal: I have just purchased a Panasonic Viera TH-42PV8D 42" Plasma TV for Rs. 44,000/- all inclusive. : )
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20th February 2009, 23:03	#2505
aadix Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: hyderabad Posts: 1,597 Thanked: 17 Times	guys, any price updates on the 50" panny plasma?
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