I will go for Sharp 46" LCD LC-46A65M, 4ms response time and good PQ.

Hehe..

bro ar188.... i call for truce
after all both of our nicks have 88 ma...
so peace bro ?

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Added on January 6, 2009, 9:53 pmhi sifus... i'll be installing my LCD/plasma on wall... just wanted to check if there's a standard height for installation of bracket or is it based on personal preference? And height of display depends on size of tv? Any info based on experience would be much appreciated... thanks.

This post has been edited by ronnt88: Jan 6 2009, 09:53 PM

wei I just kacau kacau you only la.. (friendly way) we are long over arguements.. if you in KL dun mind meet up also..

keke.... i know ler...

say... do u mind to share some advice on how high to mount the bracket / TV in living room?

use a motorized lift..

apalah u .... i was asking how high to mount ler.. not how to mount. got my motorized lift ready d

IMHO, the center of the screen at eye level height (when u r seated) would be the best position.

that's the answer i was looking 4.. thanks bro htkaki

Why not the PY800 plasma Panny? The 42 inch is selling <rm6.5k now. Size depand on ur viewing distance..
For Astro - plasma still best (even with ci-put S-video)

LCD with Astro?? - Only you sit far far way!!

after experiencing blu, Astro 480 resolution sux! regardless of type of display!

Yup, totally agree. BUT, who watched Blu 8 hour a day - wished I live in those "developed countries". In Msia, what to do - just try to get the best of everything, with whatever u got la..

Thanks to bros who replied..
TH50-PH80H plasma is not full HD whereas the Sharp is. We watch astro most of the time actually. But to think of it same price but 50' screen wor. No point being greedy but... Im still not sure which to get...

Anyone know about Sony Z Series?

Honestly, u are once like me (w/out the extra budget). Watching Astro most of the time. My old CRT in alway on from 8 or 9 am till I got back from work, which is around 6pm. Then, when everyone is at home, u can bet it's ON till past midnite. May be if i have extra hours to spare, i watched DVD-video every alternate nite. So astro is still a factor to consider when choosing between PLASMA or LCD - if its intended to be ur MAIN display at home. Otherwise, it is all come down to "which TOYS u wanna buy"

I have a 42PV80 - only recently. So far really satisfied with the PQ (conn via ci-put s-video cable). Planning to buy a THX-certified S-Videop Monster cable from one of the forumer. Its PQ is much better when view at home, compared to what u see at retails shop. You have to remember at shop, they set diff setting for the displayed and the signal is relayed via several. best to bring ur own source (DVD/Blue Ray) and ask for demo. Try to set both sets at a level playing field - standard picture mode, NR reduced,etc..

Just watched rm8 DVD - Mummy 3 and Stealth, at 4meter distance. Very happy with the PQ , and my dvd doesnt have any upconversion (the pic is totally upconverted via the Plasma) surficed to say I'm amazed - still blue ray with full hd plasma is the BEST.

The only things I missed about my PV80 is that, NONE of the connector ports is gold-plated..
dunno Py800/Py850 is like that...

so, IMHO, go for plasma - you wont regret it..

go 4 50" ... bigger is always better bro

Hi guys. Plan to buy a new TV for my parents. Usage in small living room. Viewing distance about 10 ft away. They watch mainly Singapore channels and sometimes DVD HK, korea, china dramas. No astro. Recommend me a good size and type for my parents. Budget about 3k. Main thing would be good picture for normal tv station, cause 80% of the time the TV is turned on to watch singapore channels. Thanks.

If u place lower side of the tv above ur eye level, u'll suffer eye strain and cause dizziness..I'd do mistake about this last time..

This post has been edited by tepetlah: Jan 7 2009, 09:48 AM

Agree with you , not point in having a TV that you can't watch.

The life span of LCD's backlight is considered "kaput" when it emits less that half from its original level, somehow similiar to the criteria for Plasma.

LCD life span itself does not equal to life span of the LCD backlight to certain institutions, after considering certain LCD panel that actually allow the backlight to be replaced eventhough the cost of replacing the backlight after a few years could be more expensive than buying a new TV

Here is some info on the market report on the life span of LCD and Plasma for those who is interested to learn more

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1...span_myths.html

and for those who encountered sales person who tried to sell you LCD or Plasma based on the life span, tell him to get over it, its is no longer the issue, the TV is more likely to be "kaput" by other faulty parts before the LCD's backlight or Plasma gases is wore out

bro ar188, you seems very knowledgeable on these TV thingy, mind if I ask if your profession involve you in this or you are one enthusiat in these things ? I am actually looking for some sifu to help me with some PQ problem that I had with my set, if you can help, then I would be verrrrrrrrry happy to PM you to tell you my problem

PM and see.. I'm not technical just read about HDTV for a long time now.. hehehe!

Actually the recommended practise by the Home Theater Association, (CinemaQuest (reference to SMPTE references)) is below eye level (max 15degrees). But this is difficult to accomplish in a non dedicated HT room. So in essence, if you keep the display at eye level (centre of screen) or +/- 15 degrees from eye level, it should be ok as it would not cause too much eye fatigue.

Another thing to note, is that for all LCD/Plasmas are not designed to be viewed in a bat cave (ie, very dark room). It is better to have a bias light behind the display. This also enhances black levels and reduces eye fatigue. Only projectors are good for bat caves as they are designed as such.

Just my 2cents worth.