actually, my neighbour told me his experience once...it was a <1yrs old 'H' brand LCD from Cina...he was watching Astro on it on one fine sunday morning when he tot he could relax...when suddenly boommm!!! the TV actually exploded...even his TV bench was charred a little...he called the company/manufacturer...and without asking too much questions they sent a tech to replace some component and the TV works again...it seems like the tech knows what was wrong immediately, as if it's happened many times before cos the tech was very cool in telling my neighbour its nothing serious and nothing to worry about...

after the repair, he keeps the tv in a box and got himself a new japanese brand lcd..

This post has been edited by daryl.k: Feb 6 2009, 01:25 PM

dun think they will unveil the latest 2009 series of HD TV's there right?? i think the promo will be their last push to sell off the 07/08 TVs....damnn...just when i'm bout to buy the PY850...now got new series pulak...if June is when the new Panny plasmas will be here..then dun mind waiting...newer gen TV always better than older right??

btw, there's only a few models of Panny Plasma TVs in Malaysia...the 09 guide lists a lot of different series, u reckon all of those series will be available here in Malaysia? or just like now, they'll only have a few series to offer poor malaysians?

i just came from the roadshow...no, the 2009 series are not available at the roadshow..only 2-3 new models, all HD ready models, including one 50in, 42in & a Full HD 37in LCD...and of course the 150" and 50" 8.8mm slim prototype..

apparently the 2009 series will only be available in few months time...may, june, july...

btw, no pricing available on any of the display models oso..i think they really rush this roadshow and the main purpose is actually to display the world's 1st and out of 6 150" plasma...

the 8mm model (8.8mm actually) is at display, on the concourse level at the old wing...the roadshow outside the old wing showcase normal panny TVs only...its being showcased as a prototype model...tho the sales person claim its available in Japan liao...but dunno whether they will bring to M'sia market cos they estimate the price to be in the region of RM80K or so...

2009 series has got about 23 models...only 2-3 models were at the display, that's what i meant...one 50in & 42 in HD ready model, then 2-3 LCD tv models...sorry, i was only looking forward to the full HD PY850 replacement, so the rest didn interest me...

it seems V series is the replacement model for the PY850...on panny m'sia website, it says coming soon...along with the Z & G series...but i think its definitely worth the wait..

i heard from the sales person of panasonic, the currently available new models, (HD ready models) are made in S'pore..and they came off S'pore...but full HD models maybe coming from Japan...that's why the launch is longer..but that being said, even in the US, they are expecting the release to be in June or July (summer)...so guys, pls be patient.

btw, PY850 & all current HDTVs by panny no longer released already...unless its old stock kept by distributors...

pricing on the new full HD models is also available on the net liao...the 50in V series shud be in the region of RM13k-RM15k...similar to the current PY850 models...fair i guess...with all added features...

the price is my own estimation, cos in US, the RSP is around RM12K after conversion to RM...and previously, the PY850 listed at RM13,999 or something like that, so i feel, the PY850 replacement, which is the V series, shud also be priced similarly...

check out this -> http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/919269/+940

this is from the The Star Business today:

PETALING JAYA: Panasonic Malaysia Sdn Bhd, which yesterday introduced three series of Viera plasma and liquid crystal display (LCD) televisions, expects to maintain its dominant position in the domestic flat TV segment.

Managing director Tony Endoh said Panasonic had experienced steady growth in the segment over the past two years and expected this to continue despite the economic turmoil.

“For the larger screen size of 50-inch and above, Viera has captured the top position with 43% market share and is far ahead of other brands.

“In the plasma TV category, Viera is maintaining the absolute No. 1 position with a market share of 57%, as reported by GfK (a market research firm) in January,” he added.

Endoh said this at the launch of Panasonic’s latest G, S and X series, which come with screen sizes ranging from 32 to 50 inches.

Panasonic Asia Pacific Pte Ltd regional sales and marketing director Hiroyoshi Suga said although the company was now a leader in the flat TV segment, it aimed to capture more share in the 37-inch and above market.

He added that Panasonic had achieved 25% market share in five countries in Asia-Pacific for the 37-inch and above segment.

According to GfK’s data, Panasonic’s Viera has emerged as the No. 1 brand since May 2008 in the 37-inch and above for total flat panel TV.

“The penetration rate of flat panel TV in household is still very low in Malaysia with just 13.8% in 2008. However, once it hit 10%, the rate curve increased exponentially.

“This year, the rate is forecast to increase to 24.1%, mainly through the replacement market from CRT (cathode-ray tube) TV to flat panel TV,” Endoh said.

He said despite the economic slowdown, the company would spend on advertising and promotion activities for its Viera products.

“Panasonic spends a lot of money for marketing activities but our competitors are not sleeping either. We will be very flexible in that sense,” he said.

Panasonic spent about RM6mil to market its Viera products last year.

He added that its target market for the new TV series was “people who have a colour TV”.

The group, which celebrates its 33rd anniversary in Malaysia this year, will embark on roadshows and joint promotions nationwide.

In conjunction with the launch, Panasonic is showcasing the world’s largest 150-inch plasma and the ultra-slim 8.8mm 50-inch Neo Plasma TVs at Sunway Pyramid Shopping Centre until Sunday.


yea, so that's where Panasonic is...

i nvr trust LGs & Samsung products..not TV, not fridge, not Air-Con not anything...its not that their product is not good, but if a brand is offering a TV at RM15k, and LG or Samsung can do the same at RM10k, u hv to wonder how & why...

look at Pioneer Kuro range...do u get any of those SD card or USB slot crap?? those are gadgets...meant to attract big crowds...

This post has been edited by daryl.k: Mar 27 2009, 08:46 PM

dun get me wrong bro...am not saying LG or Samsung produce bad quality stuffs...nothing like that...its just that, Panny is also very strong in the HDTV segment...and i think its becos of their plasmas that Plasma TV actually still in existent..cos if depend on Kuro, close shop since they selling a TV for the price of a 2nd hand car in Malaysia...

i believe Panny really takes their Plasma TV development seriously, even more so now that Pioneer tapau their PDP production...so, dun la say that Panny heading nowhere...

even with LCD segments, they trying their best to capture the 37in and above segment, that shows their commitment...altho i like panny plasma tv, for LCD, for me Sharp is still number 1...Sony...well, i have a brand issue with Sony, so no matter how good their LCD is also i wont be interested

anyways...no one single brand or product will ever satisfy everybody...some like sammy, some like LG, some like me, like panny & sharp...and HATE Sony products...but even that, everything has its pros & cons..one need to look at its overall performance, value for money, its support, & whether it suits ur liking & preference...

btw, my Sharp LCD blew that day after heavy rain & lightning...dad forgot to unplug the power socket..the response by Sharp? less than 6hrs after i make the phone call...the charges? none.. cos the tech guy very nice and accept my unfilled warranty card otherwise RM600...so Sharp support...

hi, sorry to interrupt u guys pissing each other off...but referring to this by the star today,

The Star tech-central 02Apr09


"In the plasma category, Panasonic is offering the TH-P42G10, TH-P50S10, TH-P42S10, TH-P50X10 and TH-P42X10 models."

means no V series to be launch in Malaysia??? will be damn dissapointed....

hi hi...where did u get this offer? RM15k for the full HD 50in model? wanna check it out..

i just got an email reply from Panny M'sia asking them about the launch of V & Z series - too much of speculations...i wanna know if i shud wait

anyways, email one was received at 4.36pm and it says:

"We thank you for your enquiry. However, we regret to inform that the quoted V & Z series of Plasma model is not available in Malaysia. Do visit our website: www.panasonic.com.my/viera for our latest range of Panasonic products. Thank you."

then, second email came 6mins later at 4.42pm and now the same person from first email says:

"Kindly be informed that we do not have any information on mentioned V & Z series of Plasma model. However, please take note that we will advertise in our website and mass media related information of our Panasonic products prior to the launching.

Kindly visit our website www.panasonic.com.my for detailed information on our products that are available in Malaysia market."

so, i'm more than ever!!!! will they or will they not launch the V&Z series in Malaysia...simple questions, but reply

i also asked them why wouldn't they make the V&Z series available in M'sia...but no words on those...hhrrrmm...

but G & S series no 24p cinema playback worr...that cannot be a good thing right? a step back from the previous PY850...might as well go for the older model??

bro, mind i ask where u got this chart from? wanna check out difference between the S, G & V series...i din noe the 'entry' level S series is also a NEO pdp

This post has been edited by daryl.k: Apr 7 2009, 09:55 PM

hi guys,

saw paper's ad today on launch of new Samsung LED TV...nvr heard of it before, so dunno if its a new tech or something already out before..how's LED tech compared to LCD?

PQ wise, is it same as LCD? apparently, it features really deep black and whites is also very bright...

price wise? more expensive than LCD?

hi, can u post a picture of the IR problem? just curious to see how 'bad' is it..good to know no one else have this problem, cos it shows newer gen PDP really give less IR problems..

warrr....end of the year!!! tot the earlier speculated date around June/July...now hv to wait till end of the year...i hope panny realize they r not the only ones with Plasma TVs around...

based on alot of recommendations on this thread alone, PV80 seems to be highly recommended...


yea...what else to do, the only thing i've been hearing lately, wait, be patient, wait, be patient....

warrr...S series not even on Panny (m'sia) website yet...htkaki already have it on sale?!!?

price is amazing...free BD60 sum more..

any wind when 50inch will be available? or the G series?

at least there is the 50" S10 series cant wait for it to be available...


i dun think anyone can tell u the answer to that, but i'm pretty convienced ur not gonna get ur answer...everyone's preference is different...likewise, its up to ur own eyes & wallet to determine which is the best LCD.

sony seems to hv the incredible 200Hz motionflow tech which is really expensive, but personally, Sony's not to my liking.

samsung's LED tv is superb, but again, ur gonna have to break ur piggy bank to get it.

Aquos would be my preferred choice.

someone mentioned they once sold off a car to finance for a Pioner Plasma TV..

for this TV:

Crazy PDP

maybe need to sell off a double storey house...plus a car...

well, for me, maybe sell off 2 apartment + my wifey