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Plasma TV - The Advantages of Plasma Televisions

Plasma televisions have a number of advantages over other types of television. Here are some of the benefits of buying a Plasma TV.

Space-Saving Designs

Plasma TVs have flat screens, so little clearance is needed where they are mounted. This saves plenty of space, wherever you choose to place your plasma television.

Widescreen Format

Plasma televisions usually have a wide screen 16:9 ratio, which is perfect for feature films and all types of viewing.

Digital Tuners for More Viewing Choice

Plasma TVs usually have built in digital tuners, allowing access to Freeview television services – up to 30 free channels including those already available on traditional televisions.

Sound Quality of Plasma TV

Plasma televisions usually have built in stereo amplifiers, but you can also connect them to your home theatre to get an even better sound.

Plasma Televisions are Multi-functional

Plasma TVs are multi-functional - they can display any video or image format including television, DVD and video. They can also serve as a high-resolution computer monitor, with a range of input and output sockets for a variety of useful accessories.

Plasma TV Picture Quality

Plasma televisions have a high ‘contrast ratio.’ This refers to the size of the difference between the brightest and darkest part of a picture. Because of this, plasma televisions offer exceptional picture detail.

Plasma TVs also have flicker-free screens with smooth and evenly illuminated images and, unlike CRT televisions, they don’t have scan lines – enabling easy viewing without eyestrain.

Suitable for Soft Lighting

Plasma televisions perform well in both low and bright light conditions. Unlike CRT televisions, other light sources won’t cause glare on the plasma television screen.

Viewing Angles

The flat screens used in plasma TVs provide a viewing angle of around 160 degrees– ideal for friends and family to watch from most parts of the room.

Lifespan of Plasma Televisions

Plasma television displays last for over 30,000 hours – that’s about twenty years if you watched television for an average of 4 hours a day.

The Disadvantages of Plasma Televisions

Although plasma televisions have many positive features, there are a number of points to bear in mind when considering whether or not to choose a plasma TV:

Plasma Screen Burn

Plasma Television screens can be affected by screen burn. This happens when certain images, like channel logos, are displayed on the screen for a large amount of time and they leave marks on the screen. Although many manufacturers are designing features to prevent screen burn, it’s worth finding out about this before making a purchase.

Screen Damage

Plasma televisions are vulnerable to screen damage. If a hard object hits the screen, hundreds of the tiny plasma containers will break, rendering that part of the screen unable to work. This sort of damage is either too expensive, or beyond, repair.

When purchasing a plasma television always consider buying insurance and/or extended warranties. Many retailers offer these as part of a package for your new plasma television.

Loss of Plasma TV Picture Quality

The gas inside plasma televisions can become less responsive to the electrical field, and over the years the picture quality can be gradually impaired.

Plasma Televisions - Price

Plasma televisions are more expensive than CRT televisions, and any purchase should be carefully considered as a long-term investment. However, they are often cheaper than LCD televisions and you can get some great deals by shopping online if you do your research. Take a look at our Where to Buy section for more information about some of the sites that sell plasma TVs online.

Further Information

You can find some more useful information including hints and tips on what to look for when choosing a plasma television on our How to Choose and Buy a Plasma Television page.

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 pages 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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