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How to Choose and Buy a Plasma Television

There are many plasma televisions on the market and sometimes it can be difficult to know which the right one for you is. Here are some hints and tips on what to look out for when choosing and buying a plasma television.

Choose a Suitable Plasma TV Screen Size

The larger the screen on a plasma television, the more it will cost. Screen size is said to be the most important feature of the plasma television. Larger screens offer as much quality as smaller screens, so most customers are eager to purchase the widest screen possible with their budget. However, you’ll need to make sure that you have enough room in your living room for your new plasma TV!

Where to Put Your Plasma TV

Ensure the screen size of the plasma television is suitable for your viewing space. Large screens are not suitable for close viewing, and small screens are not suitable for viewing from a distance. For example a 42-inch plasma television would best be viewed from 9 -10 feet away.

Many plasma televisions can either be wall-mounted or placed on a television stand or in a television cabinet. It’s well worth considering where you are likely to want to put your TV when buying it and ordering wall fixings, a stand or a cabinet at the same time if this isn’t already included with your television.

Check the Connections

Plasma televisions can be used for a variety of home entertainment functions. Ensure you choose a plasma television with the necessary connections, including: S-Video, HDMI and DVI. Also look out for A/V inputs for camcorder or games consoles.

Check the Guarantee

Check the guarantee on the plasma TV that you are considering buying carefully - you may want to consider extending it.

Further Information

You can learn more about the different models and brands of plasma television available in our Brands of Television section and on our Top Models of Plasma Television page.

You can find out more about the types of accessory you can buy for your plasma television in our Accessories section.

If you want to buy a plasma television, go to our Where to Buy section to find out about some great deals from online suppliers.

If you aren’t sure whether or not a plasma television is the best option for you, visit our guide to How to Choose and Buy a Television for some hints and tips on what to look for or our Types of Television section for details of what’s available.

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