LCD or OLED? - The TV Thread

[Flightwhite24]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

How old is your plasma, or better yet, about how many hours do you have on it?

I experienced this to a small extent with my Panasonic during the first 500 hours or so, but it was hardly ever noticeable. Like you said, it was only when I first turned the set off. Usually after playing a video game or watching a blu-ray. Or maybe after watching a TV channel with a prominent static image(ESPN).

Unless it's really noticeable, you're probably not experiencing anything close to actual burn-in. Maybe just some minor ghosting or image retention. Could you see it if you turned you tv right back on? You might just need to knock your contrast down a few clicks.

Just picked it up last week so roughly 20-25 hours.

I did take the advice of previous posters regarding turning everything down the 1st 100 hours of use. Hopefully its nothing to get to worried about. Thanks for the feedback

[Jgainsey]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Oh ok, well then it's probably nothing to worry about. Plasmas made within the last few years really aren't all that susceptible to burn-in. In fact, you'd probably have to try pretty hard if you wanted to reproduce actual damaging burn-in.

As long as you're not running the thing in torch mode(vivid) during the first 100-200 hours, you should be fine. Many of the precautions that you're taking with your TV really just stem for the problems of older plasmas. Though it certainly doesn't hurt to baby it for the first month or so, while the TV is "breaking in".

[Flightwhite24]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Not to sure how to ask this question, but can anyone give me some started settings for my new Plasma to get the best picture quality when watching movies, playing games, ect?

I really don't want to pay someone to come calibrate my tv if I don't have to but I have no clue what I should have these settings at. My model Plasma is LG50PK250. Thanks in advance

[Jukeman]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Not to sure how to ask this question, but can anyone give me some started settings for my new Plasma to get the best picture quality when watching movies, playing games, ect?

I really don't want to pay someone to come calibrate my tv if I don't have to but I have no clue what I should have these settings at. My model Plasma is LG50PK250. Thanks in advance

you should try here: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=167

[Flightwhite24]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

you should try here: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=167

Thanks Jukeman, looks like a lot of good info on that site

[Jukeman]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Thanks Jukeman, looks like a lot of good info on that site

LoL yea people over there test TV like people over here test sliders and look for bugs

[fishepa]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

LoL yea people over there test TV like people over here test sliders and look for bugs

There's TOO much info on AVS. You will probably end up hating your TV once you go there.

[Seether4113]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Did not want to start a new thread but I was wondering for those who own Plasma's if you ever notice images on the screen after you turn your set off? I even notice it the next day when I cut my set on. I'm just a little worried about burn in.

I believe that's referred to as phosphor memory or something along those lines. It's normal and has nothing to do with burn-in. Rather, it is just the phosphors not completely releasing their charge upon power-off, therefore leaving a faint image on the screen.

[mjb2124]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Not to sure how to ask this question, but can anyone give me some started settings for my new Plasma to get the best picture quality when watching movies, playing games, ect?

I really don't want to pay someone to come calibrate my tv if I don't have to but I have no clue what I should have these settings at. My model Plasma is LG50PK250. Thanks in advance

Remember that all the settings you find are for that specific model TV in that specific environment. 2 exact models will be different due to normal manufacturing processes and the rooms which the TV are ultimately in, will have different lighting. So using someones calibration settings isn't a horrible thing, but they also won't be the best for your TV in your environment. Only way to get the best is hiring an ISF certified calibration expert or using a calibration DVD.

[Flightwhite24]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Remember that all the settings you find are for that specific model TV in that specific environment. 2 exact models will be different due to normal manufacturing processes and the rooms which the TV are ultimately in, will have different lighting. So using someones calibration settings isn't a horrible thing, but they also won't be the best for your TV in your environment. Only way to get the best is hiring an ISF certified calibration expert or using a calibration DVD.

Exactly what I did not want to hear I figured this would be the case. I guess it's time to do a little price shopping and see who can do this for me at a reasonable price.

Thanks for the info mjb2124.

[GAMEC0CK2002]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Exactly what I did not want to hear I figured this would be the case. I guess it's time to do a little price shopping and see who can do this for me at a reasonable price.

Thanks for the info mjb2124.

Not sure I'd waive the red flag just yet. You can use someone's settings as a starting point then tweak from there. It obviously wouldn't be as good as a professional calibration, but you'll also have $300 in your pocket.

[Flightwhite24]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Not sure I'd waive the red flag just yet. You can use someone's settings as a starting point then tweak from there. It obviously wouldn't be as good as a professional calibration, but you'll also have $300 in your pocket.

$300? Wow had no idea it was that much or even in that range.

Heck, at that price I might have to enjoy it as it is. I figured around a $100 tops.

[mjb2124]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

Exactly what I did not want to hear I figured this would be the case. I guess it's time to do a little price shopping and see who can do this for me at a reasonable price.

Thanks for the info mjb2124.

Like Gamecock stated, you can certainly use settings that you find on the internet, but it's not going to be the best you can get. You'll likely find a handful of different calibration settings for your TV and the difficulty is finding what works for you.

It's very similar to sliders in video games. There are a ton of them out there for an individual game, but not all work for you. You might find a set that's very good, but you need to tweak it a bit to suit your setting. If you find a setting you like, keep it - regardless of whether or not it's the "best you can get".

IMO, an ISF certified calibration will get you as close to what the original output is intended to look like. It will also give you piece of mind knowing that's as good as it's going to get. With that said, I'm not going to go the ISF route when I receive my new TV....I did last time and while I liked what he did, I think the settings I had from a calibration DVD, were pretty darn good (and would have saved me $400).

[fishepa]

Re: Plasma or LCD?

I just change the settings to what looks good to my eyes.

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Re: Plasma or LCD?

I just change the settings to what looks good to my eyes.

Exactly man, this isnt much to stress over. Stay off of the videophile forums and you'll be okay...

Some of those guys want their tvs to look better than your own eyes after laser surgery